Trying to sort out what specialized investment markets are doing is often a challenge. Different sources have varying views and trying to piece them all together can leave someone bewildered.

Look at proptech. In commercial real estate, having at least a somewhat accurate view is important for multiple reasons. Investors might like to get exposure to growth and multiples — as well as the volatility that makes them possible. Those who own and operate properties should pay attention to see what tools might help their businesses, and that means knowing which vendors seem to have staying power or are up and coming. Funding is often a direct and indirect key.

But the range of estimates might leave you wondering how firms put together their views and what might be influencing them.

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