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European banks’ growing interest in funding non-bank lenders illustrates how the continent’s property debt market is coming to resemble its US counterpart.
Demographics and a demand-supply imbalance are compelling reasons for debt providers to back senior living, although partnering with experienced operators is crucial.
Commercial mortgage-backed securities issuance in Europe is gathering steam, with at least four deals in the pipeline.
The latest Emerging Trends Europe report highlights the topics industry participants believe will shape the property industry next year.
The arrival of 5G, demand from ‘hyper-scalers’ and the need for facilities close to cities are among the factors supporting long-term growth.
For some of the delegates at MIPIM, the ‘retail train wreck’ is creating discounted opportunities across equity and debt, says our sister title, PERE.
The covid-19 pandemic represents uncharted territory for Europe’s commercial property lenders.
European regulators deserve credit for pressuring banks to deal with toxic loans, but the weight of capital chasing distressed property debt is also driving activity.
If commercial property becomes a service industry, asset-level finance will become less relevant.