Infrastructure Investments:
A New "Asset Class"
As infrastructure expenditures soar to record levels, more of the world’s governments are taking steps to attract capital from the private sector. "Investing in Global Infrastructure 2007," provides information investors can use to understand the opportunities and risks related to global infrastructure investment. See how institutional investors and others are managing infrastructure as an “asset class”, plus in-depth coverage of the market in eight countries.
2007 US Lodging Report
Read an assessment of the US lodging industry, including our thoughts on key lodging industry trends, segment performance, and investment potential, as well as our detailed outlook for major metropolitan markets, in "The 2007 US Lodging Report." (pdf, 6.1mb)
Gaming Industry Continues Global Expansion
2007 promises to bring significant impact on gaming from global markets, as more jurisdictions than ever before consider entering the industry, reports the "Global Gaming Bulletin" (pdf, 876kb). Find data on the global market, top global gaming operators and equipment manufacturers, and select industry sector highlights.
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Real Estate Private Equity: Market Outlook
A survey report from our Global Real Estate Center delves into the industry investment cycle and includes insights on the first half of 2007 and an outlook for the future. See opportunities and challenges the recent credit market turmoil poses for real estate private equity funds. And know what tax, accounting, and market developments funds will want to watch.
Global Real Estate Outlook Turns “Green”
For individuals and organizations interested in renting space in green buildings, the most recent Global Real Estate Newsline can be a valuable tool for assessing the impact of energy efficiency, tax incentives, and capital allowances (pdf, 3.5mb) on their behavior, policies, and bottom lines. This "green" issue — featuring articles about environmental policies in three key countries — helps build a business case for ecological and economic foresight.
Investing in Chinese Real Estate
The Chinese real estate market is booming, but it is not an investment jurisdiction for the faint-hearted. Investors need to do careful due diligence and, more importantly, think carefully about the assumptions they are making in relation to their proposed valuation models. Read more in "Investment in Chinese Real Estate." (pdf, 284kb)
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Infrastructure as Investment Opportunity
Infrastructure financing has become a major concern for communities worldwide. As public funds dwindle and taxation becomes less viable, private funding has emerged as a major investment class. "Infrastructure 2007: A Global Perspective," by the Urban Land Institute and sponsored by the US firm Ernst & Young LLP, looks at financial options and opportunities, the current state of repair and maintenance, and best practices and trends.
Global Infrastructure
Our thought leadership on global infrastructure will keep you up-to-date with current models for linking private capital and the needs for infrastructure development, modernization, and maintenance.
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