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KKR raises $1.1bn for third European opportunistic fund

The New York-based manager plans to deploy the proceeds into in the hospitality, logistics and living sectors, among others.

Managers shrug off Trump’s proposed ban on institutional homebuying

Fund managers have largely focused on developing purpose-built single-family properties in recent years rather than buying existing assets.

Heitman teams up with Japanese managers for landmark deals

Heitman and Japan’s SMFL MIRAI are eyeing more investments together in both Japan and the broader Asia-Pacific market.

Look Ahead 2026: Investors will address underallocation to Europe

Clarion Partners CEO David Gilbert sees an opportune moment for investors internationally to rebalance their allocations to the region.

Look Ahead 2026: Senior living discounts will vanish in the US 

Improved fundamentals and a lingering supply shortage are luring investors back into the sector en masse.

Look Ahead 2026: Value-add strategies will face stiff competition for capital

As core capital makes its return to the European real estate market, the value-add story will become harder to sell, says Barings’ Nick Pink.

Look Ahead 2026: Large portfolio deals will return to logistics markets

EQT global head of real estate Henry Steinberg sees more buying opportunities at the top end of the market heading into the new year.

Look Ahead 2026: ‘Budding overpricing’ is emerging in US offices

LaSalle’s global head of research and strategy Brian Klinksiek says those looking to buy in the sector are overlooking one important factor.

KKR, PAG to buy Japanese brewer Sapporo’s real estate arm for $3.1bn

The deal will close in three stages through 2029, with the managers set to acquire an initial 51% in June 2026.

Look Ahead 2026: High-end shopping malls will see renewed interest from investors

JPMorgan Asset Management’s Thomas Kennedy expects malls that serve top-earning consumers to have higher NOI growth prospects.