All Real Estate articles – Page 2
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White papersBeyond the bounce: The lasting index effect
Why inclusion in the FTSE EPRA Nareit Indexes continues to reshape company performance and investor confidence 20 years on
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White papersOut of office? Not quite.
This summer I visited an office campus in Italy where the business philosophy had been put into daily practice. The gym was packed at lunch, classes spilled into the courtyards, and the canteen served wellness on tap. People looked like they wanted to be there. In the stale debate about the office’s fate, that is the only verdict that matters.
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White papersThe €400 billion challenge: Dutch housing market seeks global capital
The Netherlands faces one of the largest housing challenges in Europe. By 2034, it will require around one million additional homes, representing an estimated €400 billion in funding. For institutional investors, this scale is compelling, but not without complexity.
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White papersTo Buy or to Build?
Buying early in the cycle and building later may feel intuitively correct, but our analysis of historical market data finds that the opportunity is more nuanced.
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White papersEuropean Commercial Real Estate Market Overview
Europe’s commercial real estate market is entering an early recovery phase, supported by easing inflation, potential monetary policy shifts, and growing investor interest in resilient sectors such as logistics and residential.
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White papersU.S. Commercial Real Estate Market Overview
The U.S. CRE market shows early signs of stabilization, with improving fundamentals and more balanced supply–demand dynamics after a period of repricing and tighter financing conditions.
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White papersRetail parks and urbanisation: investing in the future of cities
Urbanisation is one of the defining forces of our time. As cities grow denser and more complex, pressure on infrastructure intensifies – particularly in retail. Consumers increasingly demand speed, convenience, and flexibility in their shopping experience, and urban environments must adapt to meet these expectations.
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White papersLaSalle’s European Cities Growth Index 2025
This year marks the 25th edition of the European Cities Growth Index, where we rank Europe’s cities on expected real estate demand growth, incorporating new factors on defence, climate, and energy in this edition.
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White papersKey considerations for investors in European real estate debt
There are a number of considerations institutional investors should bear in mind when selecting investments and structuring European real estate loan positions, including market dynamics, sponsor quality, asset fundamentals and investment structuring. Many of these can impact the risk and return dynamics and must be factored into thoughtful portfolio construction.
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White papersModern warehouses driving the next phase of industrial growth
Modern logistics and warehouse assets are leading global industrial growth, with demand supported by e-commerce, supply-chain resilience, and limited new development creating room for rent recovery.
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White papersThe case for industrial development in the next cycle
With fundamentals normalizing and construction pipelines easing, selective industrial development is poised to outperform in the next cycle, particularly for high-quality, well-located assets.
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White papersCRE in an easing cycle: Why long rates matter more than the Fed
As central banks approach an easing cycle, long-term yields—not short-term Fed actions—are becoming the key driver of real estate pricing and investment performance globally.
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White papersData center development opportunities in secondary markets
Secondary U.S. markets are emerging as key growth hubs for data centers, driven by strong digital infrastructure demand, power availability, and cost advantages over primary markets.
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White papersStructural shifts: Can Asia Pacific living leverage its home advantage?
Asia Pacific is charting a course toward substantial growth in its living sectors. Evolving demographics, urban migration and policy initiatives are driving rental market booms in Japan and expanding investible opportunities in Australia and South Korea. So, how are these structural shifts influencing investment strategies against a backdrop of global economic uncertainty?
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White papersAn introduction to real estate debt
Over the last several years, we have seen an increase in the number of institutional investors around the world interested in adding real estate debt to their portfolios. In some instances, this is to replace an allocation to traditional fixed income, while in others it is both an enhancement and a way to further diversify their current level of real estate holdings.
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White papersInside LaSalle’s real estate credit strategy
Stability, opportunity, and $700 million in new commitments
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White papersChina Real Estate Credit: Leaner, Improved Quality and Higher Yields
After a period of difficulty, the Chinese property sector may be ready for its close-up.
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White papersGrowing momentum for resilient investing in Dutch retail real estate
In an era marked by geopolitical instability and market volatility, Dutch retail real estate stands out as a stable and compelling investment opportunity. With rental growth on the rise and a proven track record of resilience during economic downturns, the sector offers institutional investors a reliable source of returns. However, strategic asset selection—particularly in polarized city centres—remains critical to unlocking long-term value. This article examines the factors that make retail real estate a strategically sound choice and outlines key considerations for investors seeking to capitalize on its potential.
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White papersExploring European real estate debt
As market conditions shift, real estate debt has become a key asset class for investors seeking stability, strong risk-adjusted returns and diversification.
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White papersReal Estate Outlook – Switzerland, Edition 2H25: Swiss real estate once again the safe haven
The global environment in 2025 is characterized by heightened uncertainty. Geopolitical tensions, notably the Russia-Ukraine war, the ongoing conflict in Gaza, and the return of Donald Trump as US President in November 2024, have all contributed to increased economic and trade policy uncertainty.
