Mark Cooper

The region’s diversity means a plethora of opportunities to create value for investors seeking to boost returns, but they need to be selective.

Japan remains the top choice in Asia-Pacific, despite tight cap rates and rising interest rates.

Japan’s private real estate investment trusts have been more active than their listed counterparts in recent years, fueled by plentiful, cautious domestic capital.

The largest real estate debt managers once again outperformed in a nightmare year for real estate fundraising.

Owners are working to make their buildings more efficient, but a shortage of regulation and renewable energy is challenging.

Better interest rate outlooks and burgeoning opportunity in European and Asian markets are boosting interest.

Market pressure on managers and investors is encouraging the growth of continuation funds, but a transparent and rigorous process is needed.

Amid ongoing regulatory reform and infrastructure investment in the country, real estate investors see significant potential in India.

Asia-Pacific real estate investors with loans to refinance have new pressures to deal with, especially in certain sectors or markets.

This year’s roster of global award winners demonstrates the importance of both scale and innovation.