Value-Add

Joseph Tien’s departure follows other leadership changes at Hines, including the exit of Europe CIO Alexander Knapp.

Only 8% of the fund’s capital was raised from investors based in the region, while the majority came from Middle East and APAC investors.

Investors pursuing value-add strategies are increasingly focused on sustainability credentials.

PERE data shows a strategy ready for rebound, if last year is any indication.

Green building improvements are just part of the story in adding value, attracting tenants and improving property values.

Savvy global investors are cultivating alliances with local experts to capture investment opportunities as they gear up to navigate the next real estate cycle.

As global real estate markets evolve, investor appetite for value-add strategies is holding firm. But in a more complex, higher-risk environment, experts agree that success hinges on sharp execution, active management and sector-specific insights.

Tighter capital markets, regulatory pressures and evolving tenant expectations are creating a new blueprint for the value-add investment strategy.

The Los Angeles-based firm has partnered with industrial manager BKM Capital to acquire discounted assets throughout the US.

The European retail real estate market has experienced a complex evolution, driven by macroeconomic pressures, geopolitical instability and shifting demographics, says Redevco’s Thierry Cahierre.