The fund has had only one other losing month since its inception in 2019, according to its disclosures. Despite the weak results to end the year, Brookfield REIT still gained 12.7% in 2022. The $2.4 billion fund holds apartment buildings, offices and logistics properties, primarily in the U.S.
Real estate investment vehicles overseen by KKR and Blackstone have come under pressure in recent months as investors requested their money back beyond limits set by the funds. Blackstone Real Estate Income Trust and Starwood Real Estate Income Trust have said they would limit redemptions, moves that spurred queries by the US Securities and Exchange Commission.
Morningstar looks at the pros and cons of investing in REITs vs. directly into properties. Bisnow examines who has been buying old office buildings over the past year. These are among today’s must reads from around the commercial real estate industry.