Due to both political and economic issues, the introduction of German REITs is progressing slower than expected. To compete with the rest of Europe's publicly listed real estate market, however, the country cannot afford to lose any more time. By Dr. Michael Kreft
9 min read · 23 January 2013
Long a staple in Japan and the US, real estate investment trusts are gaining ground throughout Europe—with varying results. By Aaron Lovell
8 min read · 23 January 2013
The introduction of publicly traded REITs in Europe's two largest economies is bound to have repercussions on the region's property markets—should private equity real estate firms be worried?
3 min read · 23 January 2013
Over the past two decades, The Townsend Group, led by co-founder Terry Ahern, has become one of the largest institutional real estate consultants in the world. Here he talks with PERE about the need for top-down investment strategies, his previous life as a lawyer and how the TV show Charlie's Angels influenced his career in real estate. By Paul Fruchbom Photos by Phyllis Christopher
10 min read · 23 January 2013
Morgan Stanley's $300 million sale of Vicwood Plaza, a Hong Kong office tower, has generated a healthy return for the US investment bank.
2 min read · 23 January 2013
Following a year of increased commitments, ING Real Estate has appointed a new chief executive officer for development.
6 min read · 23 January 2013
Danish property is attracting investors looking to balance their European portfolios.
2 min read · 23 January 2013
Private equity has had a great run investing in UK pubs, but can the trend continue? By Philip Borel
5 min read · 23 January 2013
Mike McCook charted a new course in real estate investment for the state retirement system. Will his successor continue his strategy?
6 min read · 23 January 2013
Opportunity fund managers are increasingly spinning out of larger institutions to launch their own private equity real estate firms. Will their solo acts strike gold? By Paul Fruchbom
5 min read · 23 January 2013
