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Global Uncertainties Impact Indian Real Estate Investments

Amidst global economic uncertainties, institutional investments in Indian real estate are expected to plummet by 37% to USD 3.06 billion during the first half of 2025, according to JLL.Data from real estate consultant JLL India indicates a significant drop from the USD 4.89 billion invested in the same period last year. This decline is attributed to prolonged investment timelines driven by international economic and political challenges.Foreign investors dominated with a 68% share, while domestic investments accounted for 32%. Despite these hurdles, India's real estate market remains a strong investment...
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Schroders’ Nick Montgomery: UK real estate is in an unprecedented period

Schroder REIT manager Nick Montgomery (pictured) says UK commercial real estate is in recovery following an ‘unprecedented’ period in which rents rose while values fell. The REIT, which Montgomery manages alongside Bradley Biggins, announced its results for the year to the end of March last week, revealing an 11% net asset value total return over the period — Schroder REIT’s strongest annual performance since 2022. UK commercial property has undergone a correction over the last few years, with most sectors falling by up to 25% after peaking in 2022 according...
UK Property

Schroder’s Nick Montgomery: UK real estate is in an unprecedented period

Schroder’s REIT manager Nick Montgomery (pictured) says UK commercial real estate is in an ‘unprecedented’ period as rents continue to rise while property values fall. The REIT, which Montgomery manages alongside Bradley Biggins, announced its results for the year to the end of March last week, revealing an 11% net asset value total return over the period — Schroder REIT’s strongest annual performance since 2022. UK commercial property has undergone a correction over the last few years, with values in most sectors falling 25% after peaking in 2022 according to...
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Real Estate AIFs vs. REITs: Where to Invest

Investment in real estate has always been one of the go-to options for people to generate and multiply wealth. Investors now have more choices in this sector, thanks to the introduction of Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) and Real Estate Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs).Real Estate Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) Real estate AIFs can be handled actively or passively, like ordinary mutual funds. These AIFs, regulated by the SEBI (Alternative Investment Funds) Regulations, 2012, combine their funds to make investments in mixed-use, residential, and commercial real estate. They also fund development...