Europe

The $12.4bn raised in Q1 2023 is the lowest first quarter total recorded.

The listed group has set its sights on raising €250m from institutional investors, amid growing interest from public groups in the private fund model.

Real estate debt fundraising is soaring, as per PERE’s 2023 ranking of the 50 largest credit fundraisers. But the firms wielding the most firepower these days will surprise you.

Two key trends in fund formation are driving the market today: a flight to quality and a focus on debt.

With Deutsche Bank’s approaching departure and refurbishment plans ahead, it’s all change for Winchester House in London.

The New York-based manager previously had invested as much as 18% of a fund’s capital with prior vehicles in the series.

The Augsburg, Germany-based firm will now be run by DWS’s former CEO, who resigned last year in the wake of greenwashing allegations.

Sustainability and DE&I have taken a back seat to more urgent macro issues. Will organizations be able to get back on track?

Inside: Why LP-led deals are making a comeback; How secondaries investors can target sustainability; Expert comment and analysis from Ares Management, StepStone Real Estate and White & Case; Plus much more…

Alternative lenders are strongly positioned to make up the continent’s funding shortfall. But raising capital is a major issue, say participants in PERE’s roundtable discussion