Wonderwall: Adaptive Reuse and Sustainable Development in Europe
In the fourth episode of our European tour, HB Reavis' Steve Skinner and CBRE’s Alastair Perks and Simon Brown explore how asset renewal, sustainability priorities and operational excellence are transforming real estate development across Europe.
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For Tomorrow: PGIM's Co-CEO on the Future of Real Estate Investment
Recorded in London, this discussion with Raimondo Amabile, Co-CEO of PGIM Real Estate, focuses on RealAssetX—the company's innovation lab that's leveraging AI to improve building operations and asset performance.Key Takeaways: · PGIM Real Estate’s RealAssetX lab is focused on transforming real estate investing through AI, sustainability and operational efficiency, signaling a shift from traditional asset management to tech-enabled value creation. · Investors are reallocating capital to Europe and Asia, reflecting a broader trend toward geographic diversification and shifting regional macroeconomic confidence. · Applications of AI in building systems, such as HVAC optimization, are delivering significant energy savings, demonstrating the potential for improved net operating income (NOI) and sustainability. · New AI tools are being developed to estimate embodied carbon at scale, positioning sustainability as a core factor in asset valuation and investment strategy. · Rental housing, logistics, data infrastructure and real estate credit are key areas of investor focus, while office assets require a highly selective, value-add approach.
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Roll with the Changes: Finding value in today's real estate investment market with AEW
AEW's Chief Investment Officer and Head of Private Equity and Private Debt in North America, Mike Byrne and CBRE's Vice Chairman and Co-Head of US Large Loans in Debt & Structured Finance, Tom Traynor provide insights on how real estate investors today can mitigate risk and uncover opportunities by strategically deploying capital across diverse asset classes and regions.insights on deploying global capital:· Today's market demands flexible investment strategies that can adapt quickly to geopolitical shifts, interest rate changes and capital market volatility.· High-quality office assets in prime locations are piquing investor interest, offering potential upside while demand for class B/C assets remains muted.· Debt capital availability is improving, with both traditional capital sources and alternative lenders actively competing to finance deals.· Investors are increasingly targeting high-growth submarkets, prioritizing local demand drivers over broad asset class preferences.· Technology and AI are influencing investment decisions, with growing potential to enhance underwriting and portfolio strategy.
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New Horizons: Why Global Capital Is Eyeing U.K. Real Estate
In this second installment of our series on Europe, Schroders Capital’s Nick Montgomery and CBRE’s Lee Bruce share insights on AI-driven strategies, sustainability and asset repricing.From This Episode: Recent insights on the U.K. investment market:U.K. investment volume has picked up since late last year, buoyed by international capital.AI and data tools are streamlining everything from valuations to investment analysis, enabling faster, more informed decisions while freeing up time for high-value activities.The office sector continues to bifurcate, with top-tier, amenity-rich spaces commanding strong rents while the lowest-grade assets face obsolescence or conversion.Sustainability is a key performance driver, with occupiers and investors increasingly rewarding green buildings and penalizing outdated, inefficient assets.Despite global uncertainty, international capital, particularly from Asia and Australia, is returning to the U.K., signaling renewed confidence in its real estate fundamentals.
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Make Way: Why European logistics is built for the long haul
Recorded during a CBRE event in Barcelona, Panattoni’s Robert Dobrzycki and CBRE’s Jack Cox explore the European logistics market with a focus on opportunities in today’s market.Growth in Europe’s Industrial & Logistics sector is expected to driven by demand from 3PLs, e-commerce and manufacturing.Operational expertise is crucial in Industrial & Logistics, particularly in denser urban environments.Data centers is a growing niche, with high investment potential.The European logistics market is more fragmented than in the US. There's also less development and labor costs play a bigger role in the investment equation.Geopolitics, evolving trade policies and technology advancements all have an influence on the European logistics market.
What matters most right now in Commercial Real Estate. Business leaders join economic, industry and subject matter experts to share their distinct views and latest thinking. The Weekly Take is hosted by Spencer Levy, CBRE’s Senior Economic Advisor and Global Client Strategist. More at cbre.com/TheWeeklyTake
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