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In this article, we explore an emerging sub-set of infrastructure which is garnering increasing amounts of interest from global private equity and pension funds – Educational Infrastructure or ‘EduInfra’. EduInfra refers to the infrastructure, building and land used to deliver social services like education.
EduInfra is attractive to international annuity investors looking for stabilized yield plays. The sector has an edge over other similar asset classes due to its non-GDP linked and rather recession proof character with significant potential for capital appreciation. It offers a promising 10 – 11% entry cap rate with rental escalations in the region of 3 – 5%. While the market boasts of significant depth, potential has not been unleashed as operators are only slowly moving towards asset light models. EduInfra’s classification as infrastructure allows for tax optimal exit through InvITs which can also serve as a growth platform attracting institutional investors.
This was originally published in https://resolutpartners.com/2022/11/15/eduinfra-emergence-of-a-new-asset-class/
Download the Report Read MoreAt a time when commercial occupancy rates across the country remain stubbornly low, the report delves into how Australian office worker expectations are changing in a digital-first, hybrid work environment and how this impacts their office attendance.
Next Flex | Technology for the next generation Australian office, which surveyed 1,000 office workers across the country, was launched by essensys, a leading global provider of software and technology for the commercial real estate industry, in partnership with Flexible Workspace Australia.
The report’s critical findings highlight a lack of adequate tech is a key factor in people deciding to work from home or an alternative third space, with more than four in five respondents (86%) reporting a disparity between the existing technology in their office and what they need to enable them to do their jobs efficiently.
Download the Report Read MoreAs the voice of sustainable investing in the Asia Pacific, APREA has developed the ESG Guidebook for Real Assets in Asia Pacific to raise awareness about ESG and guide our stakeholders in their journey to sustainability. We believe that capital allocated to real assets can play a meaningful role in the achievement of the sustainable development goals (SDGs), while leveraging growth opportunities in a manner that benefits all stakeholders.
We recognise that the ESG landscape continues to evolve, and this Guidebook lays out the basic foundation to integrate ESG and sustainability factors in how each of us conduct our businesses. Aside from providing a framework that can be used as a basis in establishing a systematic ESG approach, we have included practical ways to build and operationalise an ESG program with effective governance, as well as clear steps to engage and communicate with key stakeholders.
The Guidebook also features case studies among APREA members that illustrate various innovative approaches, that reflect their philosophy and investment styles, and thus, facilitating the exchange of best practices.
Download the Guidebook Read MoreOffice: Macroeconomic headwinds and inflationary pressure weighed on office leasing activity in Q3 2022, pulling down net absorption by 11% q-o-q to 10.1 million sq. ft. NFA. Finance remained the main engine of leasing demand, with activity also seen from tech and co-working platforms. Rents increased by 0.4% q-o-q and 1.1% y-t-d.
Download the Report Read MoreThe Covid-19 pandemic has accelerated the urgency for hotels and hospitality companies worldwide to act to protect the well-being of the planet, communities, employees and guests, leading to a sharper focus on environmental, social and governance (ESG) initiatives.
While still nascent, the Asia Pacific hotel industry’s commitment to ESG and sustainability initiatives is steadily increasing – a welcome development as the region has the highest concentration of hotel carbon emissions. Rising energy costs – which have increased significantly since the onset of the pandemic – as well as other factors such as the shift in guests’ preferences toward more sustainable tourism and green accommodation, and growing demand for disclosure around climate risk, are accelerating the industry’s focus on sustainability.
These developments are feeding into a trend that CBRE is observing in the hotels sector: green travellers want to stay in green hotels. With environmental consciousness coming to the fore, sustainable design will increasingly come into play, enhanced ESG practices will offer travellers places where they feel comfortable spending their time, and new investment opportunities will be created.
This report examines the key ESG trends shaping the Asia Pacific hotels sector, and explores the key actions that hotel companies, developers and investors can take to effectively integrate ESG initiatives into their business, operations and investment strategies.
This report was originally published in https://www.cbre.com/insights/reports/asia-pacific-report-eyes-on-esg-why-the-asia-pacific-hotels-sector-needs-to-pay-attention
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