International

International: Starwood Expands in Metro Manila

The first Westin-branded mixed-use development in Southeast Asia is about to see the light of day.

International: Banking Group Trades 2 Student Residences in Barcelona

Spanish banking group BBVA has made the first sale of student housing residences as income-producing investment properties in the city of Barcelona.

Ivanhoé Cambridge Expands in London

Ivanhoé Cambridge has got its sights set on central London for the long haul.

International: Aviva Investors Buys BBC HQ

Aviva Investors has acquired the first phase of the Television Centre redevelopment in London.

International: Greystar Grabs High-End Student Housing Portfolio in London

Greystar Real Estate Partners payed a pretty penny for three premium student accommodation properties it plans to turn around.

Hilton Introduces Asia-Pacific to Embassy Brand

Where does Hilton Worldwide plan to plant the Embassy by Hilton flag? China, of course!

TIAA-CREF to Grow Global Platform with Full Ownership of JV

TIAA-CREF is buying out the remaining interest in a global investment joint venture.

CPE-RICS Report: Inside Global Optimism

RICS chief economist Simon Rubinsohn joins CPE in a podcast discussion evaluating responses to the first-quarter RICS Global Commercial Property Monitor.

Blackstone Acquires 16 UK Logistics Assets

Blackstone has strengthened its overall position as a leading owner and operator of logistics warehouses.

International: Emaar Adds Townhouse to Dubai Hills’ Master Plan

Emaar Properties and Meraas Holding are co-developing a project to complement the Dubai Hills Estate master-planned community in Mohammed Bin Rashid City.