Real Estate: New Opportunities for Institutional Investors

Real estate is evolving fast as increased global investment opportunities emerge. Property prices in key markets have begun a tentative upswing that may offer scope for capital gain. There is also evidence of rental growth in some locations, which has had a positive effect on capital values. However, as the effects of the global financial … Read more

Real Estate: A New Model for Fund Managers

As increased global investment opportunities emerge in the wake of the financial crisis, real estate funds are changing rapidly. Fund managers will need to establish a new operating model. This report considers how fund managers are adopting new approaches to address the demands of investors and regulators, and position themselves for the significant opportunities ahead … Read more

Oxford seeks global property opps

Oxford Properties Group – the real estate arm of Canadian pension fund OMERS – has an ambitious growth plan that includes expanding its footprint globally and growing its portfolio of properties to more than $30 billion. Oxford’s president and chief executive Blake Hutcheson (pictured) says that the fund is patiently building out its portfolio of … Read more