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Inflation, interest rate volatility and market dynamics have shaken the foundations of standard investment models. As a result, investors are looking for avenues that promise long-term growth and security. Investing in Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) has gained considerable attention, particularly because REITs have a unique blend of income generation, diversification and stability. So, what exactly are REITs, and why should investors consider them? What is a REIT? A REIT is a

Inflation is at its highest point in 40 years.  The consumer price index – a key indicator of inflation – rose 7.5% in the 12 months ending in January, far surpassing initial predictions from economists. For CFOs, this has meant a rapid increase in the cost of raw materials, manufacturing and overhead which significantly cuts into a businesses’ cash flows.  In addition, the US is currently in the midst of a labor shortage stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic. This has forced CFOs

Vice President, International Investments | Employee Spotlight

Uncertainty around interest rates, slowed transactional volumes, and a future of unknowns has left investors in the industrial sector watching trends closely. “This year has been a bit of a wildcard,” says Jason Patterson, senior vice president of investments at W. P. Carey. “People constantly speculate about what the future holds regarding interest rates, and we also saw a bit of softening on the lease demand side at the end of 2023.” As uncertainty persists, understanding a few key trends

Last month, the European Central Bank (ECB) announced it would cut interest rates for the first time since 2019, bringing the deposit rate down to 3.75%. This decision came following Eurozone inflation declining from its 10.6% peak in 2022 to 2.5% in June. But what does this mean for the European commercial real estate market? Inflation is cooling The rate cut is an indicator that inflation is on track to reach the ECB’s target of 2%, which is its

Analyst, Asset Management | Employee Spotlight

Carine He joined W. P. Carey’s Asset Management Team in July 2024 as an Analyst. Carine was previously an Acquisitions Intern at Sculptor Capital Management. She earned her B.Sc. in Economics from the University of Pennsylvania.

In today’s environment, having access to capital is crucial in order to maintain ongoing operations and invest in growth. However, traditional debt financing is becoming less attractive for companies in light of refinancing risks and the potential for balloon payments. As a result, some CFOs are investigating alternative sources of capital. For companies that own real estate, one method worth exploring is the sale-leaseback – where a company sells its real estate to an investor for cash and

William Leedy joined W. P. Carey’s Asset Management team in July 2024 as an Analyst. Prior to joining W. P. Carey, William worked as an Investment Banking Intern at Credit Suisse. William earned his B.A. in Economics with a minor in Business Institutions from Northwestern University.

Sale-leaseback of a manufacturing facility triple-net leased to one of Germany’s leading manufacturers of plastic films. In line with W. P. Carey's commitment to sustainability, this facility leverages 100% renewable energy.