Investors

A declining pound splits debate on the UK’s attractiveness

While a 25% currency discount is a lure for some international bargain hunters, the institutional attitude has remained largely circumspect.

Inflation issues raise the threat of ESG neglect

As managers shift to focus on near-term challenges, sustainability and social impact goals are at risk of being deprioritised.

The global threat of climate change to real estate still lacks a global solution

A report published this week by LaSalle Investment Management and the Urban Land Institute drives home that non-uniform measuring of risks is keeping institutional real estate markets ambivalent.

Building a culture at Birchwood

Birchwood Real Estate Capital is the new lender on the block. Founder Lorna Brown and director Kate Tovey tell Daniel Cunningham why being a female-led business will help the firm to stand out.

Silbury Finance writes roughly £100m of residential development loans

Urban locations attract Oaktree-backed lender as it seeks to deploy £500 million.

Lending market expansion continues with launch of Aeon-backed Waypark

The new lending platform has launched with £450m of investor capital for loans up to £20m.

Patrizia: More investors are demanding ESG data

A survey by the German real assets manager shows an 18% increase in clients that demand ESG data in response to new EU targets.

Investec: HNW investors bullish about UK residential property

The bank’s sentiment survey revealed its private clients tip residential for sale and for rent to exceed expectations.