Interest Rates

Real estate’s ‘mind blowing’ climate financing need and other COP29 takeaways

Property finance was on the agenda during week one of the 29th session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention.

SitusAMC: ‘Generational’ lending opportunity comes with risks 

In a newly published white paper, the New York-based advisory company cites the costs of scaling lending platforms, the impact of more complex capital structures, and a rise in specially serviced loans.

Commercial mortgage rate spreads: Lenders, borrowers seek stability after September rate cut

The Fed’s recent rate cut is not expected to significantly move the needle for commercial real estate lenders and borrowers, but provides and indicator of stability.

Analysis: Surprise 50 basis point rate cut sets more stable course

The Federal Reserve’s decision to cut interest rates by 50 basis points is not expected to have a significant impact on commercial real estate lending and borrowing.

Analysis: Hersha privatization, lower rates foreshadow rise in REIT M&A activity 

An expected 25-basis point rate cut at the Federal Reserve’s next meeting will be pivotal as private equity funds seek to deploy dry powder.