Heitman started four decades ago as a mortgage origination shop. Today, the firm has $20 billion in assets around the world. PERE recently spoke with firm head Maury Tognarelli about Heitman's history, its pioneering move into Central Europe and where the company is headed next. By Aaron Lovell
The private equity real estate division of J.E. Robert Companies intends to build a scalable platform of low-price hotels in Britain.
The 2007 Ernst & Young Real Estate Private Equity Market Outlook painted a rosy picture of private equity real estate fundraising, but GPs who attended a breakfast meeting unveiling the results of the survey had mixed reviews on the investment climate.
Asian private equity is going through another record year of fund formation. Sharon Lim explains why, and asks for how much longer the boom can continue.
Banks and investment groups may have found a cure for debt indigestion in the form of the hung bridge fund. By Andy Thomson.
Katja Salovaara explains why the market lull will not divert Finnish pension Ilmarinen from increasing its commitment to private equity. By Andy Thomson.
Permira, a leading leveraged buyout proponent, returns to its growth capital roots.
Amid a tight capital market, American Capital has monetised a chunk of its vast portfolio.
As energy deals surge, a New York sector specialist is seeking billions in fresh commitments.
Those hoping for the LBO market to take up where it left off may be in for disappointment.