On the pulse of the international real estate markets
What developments are taking place on the international real estate markets and what are the consequences for Swiss investors? Our real estate experts evaluate events and trends and share their experiences.
New prospects on global real estate markets as trends reverse
With global real estate investments showing signs of recovery, now is an interesting time for Swiss pension funds to consider this asset class – especially given the looming investment crisis on the domestic market.
AFIAA Global improves GRESB rating
The AFIAA Global investment group completed its second Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark (GRESB) in 2024 and improved its rating over the previous year. Gabriel Dürler, sustainability specialist at the AFIAA Investment Foundation, talks about the reasons for this improvement and the group’s goals for the future.
Wellness at the Office – Australian Style
Australian companies are keen to offer their employees the best possible working environment. This is why property owners who want to rent out offices long-term and at favourable conditions need to equip their premises accordingly.
A Manhattan comeback: 158 West 27th Street
Like many other office buildings in New York City, 158 West 27th Street was hit hard by the pandemic. However, thanks to a structured plan, the help of local teams and focused investments, AFIAA has managed to turn things around.
Office buildings need career plans – just like people
Successful people typically leave nothing to chance and recognise the importance of meticulous career planning. The same can be said for buildings: they also need a long-term strategy, one with a vision, extensive tenant management and a good instinct for trends.
Australia – an Attractive Market for Swiss Real Estate Investors
Prime office space in the heart of Melbourne and Sydney, Australia’s principal cities, is in high demand, offering Swiss institutional investors interesting opportunities.
114 William Street: office space that brings people together
Employees return to the office when they are offered an inspiring working environment. Taking 114 William Street in Melbourne as an example, AFIAA shows how modern spaces meet the changing needs of companies and employees.
Is the correction on the international real estate markets a good time to get in?
Valuations on the international real estate markets appear to be nearing a cyclical low point. In the past, these phases often provided attractive opportunities to enter the market. Pension funds should therefore consider their positioning for the new property cycle.
“It is possible to generate sustainable returns in core markets without taking on more risk”
In 2020, AFIAA Investment Foundation acquired its first property in Sweden. Sebastian Feix, Head of Transactions International, talked to us about the reasons behind this market entry.
Answers to Swiss pension funds’ frequently asked questions about international real estate investments
There are good reasons for Swiss pension funds to look beyond national borders and consider investing in international real estate.
Spotlight on indirect real estate investments
Swiss pension funds increasingly turn to indirect investments in international real estate. Andreas Dick, Portfolio Manager at the AFIAA Investment Foundation, talks about the advantages of multi-manager approaches and opportunities abroad.
