International
Economy Watch: RE Investment Volume Had Strong 2015
A recent JLL report shows no signs of a slowdown in global real estate investment, with top cities accounting for a large chunk of total investments.
Facebook Marks Out New European Location
Clonee, County Meath in Ireland will be the site for Facebook’s newest data center, its second in Europe.
Juwai.com Promotes New CEO as Co-Founders Henry, Taylor Step Down
Meet Charles Pittar, the new CEO of Shanghai-based real estate portal Juwai.com.
Hines Claims Prime Retail Prize in Barcelona
Houston-based Hines has expanded its retail portfolio with the acquisition of Arcs 10, a prime retail asset in Barcelona.
Avison Young’s Outlook for CRE
Avison Young’s latest report on the CRE industry in the U.S., Canada and U.K. forecasts a generally positive outlook for 2016, but there’s some uncertainty.
Hard Rock Opens 400-Key Hotel & Casino in the Caribbean
A second Hard Rock-branded hotel will open in the Dominican Republic, following the successful resort in Punta Cana.
Lee & Associates Goes North of the Border with 1st Canadian Office
The largest broker-owned CRE firm in the U.S. is expanding into Canada, opening its first office there, led by industry veteran Chris Anderson.
W.P. Carey Picks Up Third Hotel in Germany
W.P. Carey Inc. purchased a majority stake in the Wyndham Stuttgart Airport Messe hotel, located near one of Germany’s busiest airports.
Hines, BVK to Invest $1.4B in Prime Retail Assets Across Europe
Houston-based Hines has partnered with Germany’s largest public pension fund, BVK, to invest in high-street retail assets across Europe.
Colliers Grows U.S. Practice with Purchase of London Firm
Colliers International’s acquisition of leading London property firm Hatton Real Estate will strengthen its investment and office agency practice in the U.K.