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London losing CRE investors due to high costs

January 31, 2012

The most active commercial real estate market in Europe is beginning to lose investors, due to the possibility of a recession, as well as increasingly high prices, according to Bloomberg.

Nigerian property market gaining steam

January 31, 2012

Nigeria is experiencing an increase in commercial real estate investors, following the success of recent developments, according to BusinessDay.

Myanmar becoming popular CRE spot

January 31, 2012

The former British colony of Myanmar has become a growing commercial real estate market in southeast Asia, and according to Reuters, the country's capital is at the forefront.

European investment increases year-over-year in 2011

January 31, 2012

Investments in commercial real estate property in Western Europe rose during 2011 when compared to 2010, according to a report from BNP Paribas Real Estate.

European CRE struggled to end 2011

January 31, 2012

Commercial real estate analysis company RICS recently released a survey that showed the European commercial market had difficulty during the fourth quarter of 2011 and was not able to keep up with prices in the rest of the world.

CRE sales boomed in 2011

January 30, 2012

Real Capital Analytics recently released a report showing the drastic improvement in the commercial real estate industry during 2011, according to Bloomberg.

Penzance, CNA secure major pre-lease in Virginia

January 30, 2012

Commercial real estate companies CNA and Penzance recently announced the pre-lease of a large portion of a building in Arlington, Virginia.

JLL: Majority of CRE investment focused on several cities

January 27, 2012

The world's commercial real estate investments are largely concentrated in only 30 cities, according to a report from analysts Jones Lang LaSalle.

Two Midtown NYC hotels now set for foreclosure

January 27, 2012

A recent court ruling doomed two hotels in New York City to foreclosure, as they had a combined debt of approximately $300 million, according to The Wall Street Journal.

Office building in Houston finally leased

January 27, 2012

The former home of Hewlett-Packard in Houston has been entirely leased out to Noble Energy, according to Commercial Property Executive.

CRE industry concerned about loan maturation

January 26, 2012

Many members of the commercial real estate industry are concerned about the significant amount of loans that are due this year, according to The New York Times.

Rockwood sells Phoenix mall for $143M loss

January 26, 2012

Rockwood Real Estate Advisors recently sold a mall located in Phoenix for only $12 million.

CRE refinancing easier in some areas of US

January 26, 2012

Many commercial real estate property owners are finding it difficult to receive refinancing, and this could become a problem, according to Bloomberg.

Building at former WTC site notices occupancy issues

January 25, 2012

The building which will be constructed in the place of the World Trade Center in New York City has a significant lack of tenants, and this could hold up construction of the rest of the structure, according to The Associated Press.

PwC: Lodging pricing a CRE priority in 2012

January 25, 2012

A forecast from PricewaterhouseCoopers showed that a focus on commercial real estate pricing for lodging properties may be the norm in 2012, as occupancy has improved noticeably.

Lehman to buy Archstone stake

January 25, 2012

Lehman Brothers recently was found to be purchasing a 26.5 percent stake in commercial real estate company Archstone, which would prevent another company from making a purchase, according to The Wall Street Journal.

Partners REIT purchases six Canadian properties for $108M

January 24, 2012

Canadian commercial real estate investment trust Partners REIT recently announced its purchase of one property in Alberta and five in Ontario for a combined amount of close to $108 million (USD $106.7 million).

Study: CRE helping U.S. economy despite fewer sales

January 24, 2012

A recent study from NAIOP Research Foundation found that the commercial real estate sector is contributing positively to the economy, even though sales have not been strong since 2007.

Regency Centers purchases $72.5M NYC-area property

January 24, 2012

Regency Centers, a commercial real estate company, recently acquired a retail property in New York City for a price tag of $72.5 million, according to a company announcement.

Tenants have upper hand in NYC office market

January 23, 2012

With the struggles in the office sector of the commercial real estate market, New York City-based luxury landlords have given several concessions to tenants, and the perks could continue, according to The New York Times.

Dundee REIT takes over Whiterock REIT for $582M

January 23, 2012

Dundee REIT recently purchased Whiterock REIT for $582 million, according to a figure procured by The Globe and Mail.

Corestate purchases 3,000 apartments for ?230 million

January 23, 2012

Swiss real estate company Corestate Group recently announced its purchase of a ?230 million (USD $295.5 million) portfolio that includes 3,000 apartments located in Berlin, Germany, as well as an office building in Stuttgart.

Mitsui Fudosan acquires $252M stake in Homer Building

January 20, 2012

An 80 percent stake in the Homer Building in Washington, D.C., was recently acquired by Mitsui Fudosan America.

Positive UK CRE income returns witnessed in 2011

January 20, 2012

Commercial real estate analysts IPD UK recently revealed that UK property returns increased markedly for the 2011 year.

Griffin-American Healthcare purchases 11 U.S. buildings for $174 million

January 20, 2012

Several recent purchases were announced by Griffin-American Healthcare REIT II, with purchase prices totaling approximately $174 million.

Balfour Beatty locks down UK construction contracts for $154.3 million

January 19, 2012

A recent announcement from infrastructure group Balfour Beatty revealed the company secured multiple construction contracts equalling £100 million (USD $154.3 million).

Avison Young: North American CRE to improve slowly in 2012

January 19, 2012

Commercial real estate in North America continued to recover well throughout much of 2011, but a recent projection from real estate services company Avison Young says the situations will likely improve, but at a slow pace.

CRE investment increases in Central Europe

January 19, 2012

Investments in Central European commercial real estate rose during 2011, with many countries in the region witnessing a successful year, according to a report by real estate company Cushman & Wakefield.

Normandy Real Estate recapitalizes NBCUniversal building for $355M

January 18, 2012

Commercial real estate giant Normandy Real Estate Partners recently announced its recapitalization of 10 Universal City Plaza for $355 million.

Morgan Stanley purchases Russian Mall for $1.1B

January 17, 2012

A commercial real estate fund controlled by Morgan Stanley is set to purchase a mall in St. Petersburg, Russia, according to Bloomberg.

Camden uses contract option to purchase interest in multiple ventures for nearly $100M

January 17, 2012

Camden Property Trust recently exercised a contract option to purchase the remaining 80 percent interest in 12 joint ventures that the company does not already fully possess.

Boston office tower sales increased in 2011

January 17, 2012

Commercial real estate in Boston received a boost in 2011 due to an increase in office tower purchases, according to the Boston Globe.

Starwood purchases $312M distressed portfolio

January 16, 2012

Investment firm Starwood Capital recently announced its purchase of a commercial loan portfolio worth close to $312 million.

Prediction: Commercial property deals to jump in 2012

January 16, 2012

The commercial real estate sector in the United States could witness a boost in 2012, as a recent projection from Real Capital Analytics noted, according to Bloomberg.

U.S. commercial real estate may witness an increase of charter schools

January 13, 2012

More charter schools may be popping up across the United States, and some members of the commercial real estate industry is seeing the schools as a good investment tool, according to Bloomberg.

JLL: Commercial real estate witnessed strong 2011

January 13, 2012

Around $400 billion in direct investment was made into commercial real estate during 2011, and 2012 may experience similar success, according to a Jones Lang LaSalle report.

Siguler Guff adds $630M to distressed real estate fund

January 13, 2012

American private equity firm Siguler Guff & Co., recently raised approximately $630 million in order to invest in commercial real estate assets that are considered distressed, according to Bloomberg.

Deloitte: Commercial real estate investment needs patience

January 12, 2012

With slow economic growth expected to continue through 2012, the commercial real estate industry may need new investors who have an eye toward the long-term future, according to a study by Deloitte.

SL Green purchases NYC office building for $252.5M

January 12, 2012

Commercial real estate company SL Green Realty has reportedly purchased an office building located at 10 East 53rd Street in Manhattan for $252.5 million.

JLL: Global hotel sales to remain stable throughout 2012

January 12, 2012

Commercial real estate company Jones Lang LaSalle recently revealed its projections for the hotel market during 2012, and the results signal there should be continued stability.

Blackstone, DDR purchase $1.4B retail portfolio

January 11, 2012

A joint venture between commercial real estate companies DDR and Blackstone was recently announced, with the two linking up for a purchase worth approximately $1.4 billion.

Federal Realty purchases interest in Montrose Crossing for $127M

January 11, 2012

Federal Realty, a commercial real estate investment trust, recently announced its purchase of a nearly 90 percent controlling interest in a Rockville, Maryland, shopping center for $127 million.

JLL: U.S. office market experiences strong 2011

January 10, 2012

A report from Jones Lang LaSalle recently showed the office sector of the commercial real estate industry in the U.S. absorbed 34.6 million square feet last year.

Development to be built in Boston area

January 09, 2012

Commercial real estate investment trust Federal Realty recently announced it has received permission to move forward with a development at Assembly Row in Somerville, Massachusetts.

Vornado starts of year with multiple transactions

January 09, 2012

Vornado Realty Trust recently announced two large transaction completions to start off 2012, with one in Chicago and the other in Washington, D.C.

Houston office tower plan may come to fruition

January 09, 2012

There may be a new office skyscraper constructed in the city of Houston in the near future, which has been supported by a recent improvement in commercial real estate conditions in the area, according to the Houston Chronicle.

Bahrain Ministry of Housing signs housing deal for $550M

January 06, 2012

Commercial real estate developer Naseej recently announced a joint venture with the Ministry of Housing in Bahrain to build more than 4,000 housing units for $550 million.

American Tower switches to REIT

January 05, 2012

American Tower Corporation recently announced it merged itself and one of its subsidiaries into one company and will now act as a commercial real estate investment trust.

Cassidy Turley: Office sector improving

January 04, 2012

A recent report from commercial real estate firm Cassidy Turley showed that the U.S. office sector witnessed its highest demand in four years last quarter.

Azrieli Group purchases Houston office building for $107.5M

January 04, 2012

Israeli commercial real estate company Azrieli Group recently announced its acquisition of a Houston office building for $107.5 million.

Study: U.S. remains top CRE destination

January 04, 2012

A recent study showed that the United States may be the best commercial real estate market in the world, but Brazil is gaining ground.

Dubai witnesses $38.9B in 2011 land transactions

January 03, 2012

The Dubai Land Department recently revealed that last year the city witnessed more than 35,000 real estate transactions worth approximately Dh 143 billion (USD $38.9 billion), according to Gulf News.