BHA mandate data indicate that most investors continue to prefer diversification across all sectors. However, the data also show that of those investors interested in sector-specific funds, an increasing number have gravitated to the healthcare space since the start of … Continue reading
What attracts investors to farmland? In a word, fundamentals. Rising food prices driven by expanding global populations and the increasing wealth of the emerging-market consumer has been a signal to investors of the long-term, positive outlook of this asset class. … Continue reading
Looking for opportunities to generate returns, private equity investors have increasingly turned to emerging markets. Funds with exposure to global emerging markets as well as those that focus on Latin America have grown in popularity over the past couple of … Continue reading
Long/short equity hedge fund managers have the ability to generate alpha by using stock and cash positions and by adjusting their market exposure to various sectors and regions. In the past few months, BHA analysts have noticed an increasing number … Continue reading
Commercial real estate has been the sector most favored by real estate investors during the past three quarters. It also has been the sector that has held investors’ interest most consistently throughout the year. Of the total number of mandates … Continue reading
Although many hedge fund investors are sitting on the sidelines because they do not want to commit capital in today’s uncertain economic climate, many are also actively turning to global macro strategies for the best returns. When compared with other … Continue reading
Although the market for mezzanine funds is not as large as the markets for other private equity strategies, interest in mezzanine funds has recently been on the rise. Mezzanine investments are unique in that they fill the gaps “created where … Continue reading
In a year of volatile markets, real estate investors have been seeking core funds for stable, income-producing investments. The main reason for this is because core is a strategy known for buildings with little leverage and consistent returns.1 According to … Continue reading
Interest in the healthcare sector is increasing among private equity investors as baby boomers (those who turn 65 years old this year) continue to age and seek out medical care. Investors are paying special attention to the fact that individuals … Continue reading
Is distressed commercial real estate a “sweet spot” for investors? The rising number of distressed commercial properties for sale coupled with low interest rates is currently increasing investors’ interest in the real estate market. In March of this year, the … Continue reading