All Europe articles – Page 8
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White papersEurozone Pension Systems: a health check
Post-war Second World War pension funds were developed on the basis of two different logics: the Bismarckian (defined contributions) in Germany and the Beveridgean system (defined benefits) in England. Today, there are hybrids of these systems but all have established minimum pension levels or social minimums.
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PodcastIgneo’s Innovation in Infrastructure - Episode 4 - A European New World - Nordion Energi and Sweden’s Energy Transformation
In this the fourth episode of our Innovation in Infrastructure podcast mini-series we are delighted to welcome Hans Kreisel, the CEO of Igneo Swedish portfolio company Nordion Energi.
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White papersEquity Market Outlook 2Q 2025
While surging tariffs and a hard sell-off have sown uncertainty, we expect negotiations to bring some relief on initial tariff proposals, and that sharply slower growth seems more likely than a U.S. recession. We also believe stimulus in Europe and China may rejuvenate global industrial activity (albeit at a slower pace), and recommend styles, sectors and regions that are most geared to it.
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WebinarWhat’s Next for Europe and the World
Against a backdrop of rising geopolitical tensions and a shifting transatlantic relationship, our panel of experts - Monica Defend, Head of Amundi Investment Institute & Chief Strategist; Amaury D’Orsay, Head of Fixed Income; and Barry Glavin, Head of Equity - share their initial assessments of recent trade tariffs and their implications for the global economy and markets, with a special focus on Europe.
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Asset Manager NewsPowering Europe’s energy transition: L&G and NTR raise over €600m in final close of L&G NTR Clean Power (Europe) Fund
Legal & General (L&G) and NTR have secured total commitments of over €600m to drive Europe’s ambitious decarbonisation and energy security agenda.
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White papersGermany cuts the debt brakes with defence spending set to soar
The market reaction to European military defence plans has been enormous, with more volatility expected in bond yields, curves, cross-market spreads and currencies.
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White papersSustainability In European Logistics Real Estate
Sustainability has become an increasingly significant consideration in European real estate investing and asset management. This shift results from investors’ sustainability targets and growing pressures from occupiers, set against a backdrop of tightening European regulations aimed at decarbonising the built environment. These factors are accelerating key trends across all property types, including logistics.
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White papersSix reasons to consider real estate debt in 2025
Real estate debt has always been a valuable component of any portfolio; however, it is emerging as a viable solution to a wide array of investor concerns today. It’s a strategy that offers a range of benefits with attractive risk-adjusted returns across market cycles.
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Asset Manager NewsRedevco Closes Landmark £47.5m Loan Investment for New Real Estate Debt Platform
Redevco, one of Europe’s largest privately owned real estate managers, has successfully closed its first loan investment from its recently launched Real Estate Debt platform, a landmark moment in the company’s expansion into real estate lending.
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White papersWorking backwards: Dealing with unprecedented policy uncertainty
A reader waking up from a quarter-long slumber on April 1, 2025 would be forgiven for confusing the headlines for an April Fools’ Day prank.
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White papersIf you want peace: How European real estate investors can respond to new geopolitical realities
In December 2024, we wrote, that “if regional procurement increases, European defense contractors will likely need to expand their manufacturing capabilities, which may include a larger real estate footprint.”
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White papersEurope in focus amidst fiscal boost
“President Trump’s approach to trade and global alliances may be a wake up call for Europe. The region is signalling a clear and a historical shift, which will require target measures to boost growth efficiently.”
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White papersEmpowering transformation in Europe
Europe is facing major economic and security challenges. The European Commission (EC) has started translating the Draghi report’s recommendations into effective proposals.
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White papersCapital Market Assumptions 2025
A more favourable growth outlook for the next decade compared to last year’s assumptions, albeit with greater uncertainty regarding inflation which is set to remain slightly above central bank targets, results in higher expected returns across the spectrum of asset classes covered. Expectations have been revised upwards for regional equity markets and private assets in particular, with Private Equity, Infrastructure, and European equities showing the strongest improvements.
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People NewsRedevco Appoints Simon Marx as Head of Research
Redevco, one of Europe’s largest privately owned real estate managers, is pleased to announce the appointment of Simon Marx as Head of Research, effective 1 April 2025. Simon will be based in Redevco’s London office and will report directly to Veronica Gallo-Alvarez, Head of Investment Management.
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White papersEuropean Residential Returns to Focus on Current Income and Rental Growth
Despite lower mortgage rates and a recovery in lending volumes over the last year, affordability for homeowners is projected to remain challenging as 2025-29 house prices are forecast to increase by 3.5% p.a. in both the Eurozone and the UK.
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Research ReportPrivate Insights #7 - Europe Logistics: Resilient Performance with a Promising Outlook
“The European logistics market has performed resiliently despite political and economic uncertainty, with structural trends and a recovering economy supporting the growing demand for modern warehouse space. With rate cuts, easing inflation and an improvement in price clarity, the market has also seen greater capital inflows. Mapletree endeavours to strengthen our foothold in this region to bring value to our investors.” - Ralph van der Beek, Chief Executive Officer, Commercial and Logistics, Europe
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White papersCorporate Hybrids: What Are They?
A short introduction to a unique and fast-growing asset class.
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WebinarTime for Europe: Unlocking Europe’s Investment Potential
Register now: Tuesday 8th April, 2025 - 09:00am BST | 10:00am CEST
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White papersGermany’s fiscal shift: A boost to Europe, but U.S. edge remains
Germany’s bold fiscal expansion has sparked optimism around Europe’s growth prospects and challenged the narrative of U.S. market dominance. Yet, structural constraints across the broader EU and renewed U.S. innovation leadership suggest America’s edge remains intact. While European momentum is building, U.S. exceptionalism continues to stand on stronger, more resilient ground.
