ABANCA USA will serve as the presenting sponsor of the 2026 Real Estate Forum, an event organized by the Spain-US Chamber of Commerce in the USA, scheduled for May 20 at the Pérez Art Museum Miami. The forum aims to examine trends and challenges redefining South Florida's real estate landscape, bringing together industry leaders, investors, developers, financial institutions, and market analysts.
The event will feature panels on multifamily housing, residential development, office and retail space transformation, urban planning, infrastructure, and investment dynamics driven by international and domestic capital. A key focus will be Miami's growth as a financial hub and strategic destination for global real estate investment, including the impact of corporate relocations, mixed-use developments, demand for premium office spaces, and technology's role in smart city development.
Discussions will also cover the evolution of residential and multifamily markets, with an emphasis on the need for increased affordable housing supply amid population growth and sustained demand. Financing solutions will be a central topic, examining the role of banks, brokers, and private and public equity funds in sector expansion. The forum will also provide networking opportunities for executives and stakeholders to foster investment and exchange ideas on urban development and emerging global real estate opportunities.
This forum matters because South Florida's real estate market is one of the most dynamic in the U.S., driven by an influx of corporate headquarters and international capital. For business leaders, understanding the interplay between financing, technology, and urban planning is critical for making informed investment decisions. The shortage of affordable housing and the transformation of office and retail spaces pose both challenges and opportunities for developers and investors. Abanca USA's involvement highlights the importance of cross-border banking services in facilitating these transactions, as the bank offers tailored solutions for global clients.
Registration for the event is available at Real Estate Forum 2026 Registration. The full agenda can be viewed online. Abanca USA, an international branch in Miami regulated by the Federal Reserve and OFR, is part of the Abanca Corporación Bancaria Group, with a presence in 11 countries and over 8,000 employees. Its product portfolio focuses on global and sustainable services for domestic and cross-border operations, combining personalized attention with digital channels.
