PATRIZIA Podcasts

So far, 2024 has been the year of transition. European countries and the UK are slowly recovering from unprecedented shocks in the previous years – a global pandemic, economic crisis, foreign wars linked to supply issues, a record number of elections. As we have reached the midpoint of 2024, it’s time to take a closer look at the current economic and financial situation, and try to understand what...

Unique architecture, red buses and a vast underground rail network - London is one of the most recognisable cities in the world, drawing in people from all around the world. And it also consistently ranks as one of the most attractive cities for investors in Europe. This is City in Focus - a podcast series from PATRIZIA where, every quarter, we highlight the cities that stand out in PATRIZIA’s Eur...

Cross-laminated timber (CLT) is increasingly being used as an alternative to concrete and steel in construction. Boasting a number of sustainability benefits, CLT presents a hugely attractive opportunity for any investor with their eyes on net-zero. In this episode of PAT Perspectives - the podcast where we ask our guests just 5 simple questions on a critical topic or trend shaping the world of re...

Creating energy from waste is a major way of reducing methane emissions, generating cleaner energy and diverting waste from landfills. And as an essential service, resilient to economic cycles, it presents a stable and attractive option for real assets investors. Welcome to PAT Perspectives - the podcast where we ask our guests just 5 simple questions on a critical topic or trend shaping the world...

Smart street lighting has the potential to save cities up to 80% on their electricity bills. It’s a fundamental, but often overlooked, feature of smart cities. And the growth potential of the sector is huge, making it an attractive investment for a real assets portfolio. PAT Perspectives is the podcast where we ask our guests just five simple questions on one topic or trend impacting the real asse...

Paris is one of the most iconic cities in the world, famous for its historical buildings and landmarks like the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre. It also ranks highly as one of the most attractive cities for investors in Europe. This is City in Focus - a podcast series from PATRIZIA where, every quarter, we highlight the cities that stand out in PATRIZIA’s European Living Cities Index , which determine...

Today’s economic environment is challenging, but as the debt funding gap widens across the real assets sector, new opportunities are emerging for investors. PAT Perspectives is the podcast where we ask our guests just five simple questions on one topic or trend impacting the real assets sector.  In this episode we hear from Alex Waller, Head of Infrastructure Debt at PATRIZIA, on the growing...

With fundraising in real estate hitting a decade low in 2023, what are the forces shaping the investment decisions of the world’s major sources of capital? PAT Perspectives is the podcast where we ask our guests just five simple questions on one topic or trend impacting the real assets sector.  In this debut episode, we hear the perspectives of Konrad Finkenzeller , PATRIZIA’s Head of Global...

With tenants increasingly desiring sustainable buildings, governments adopting legally binding net-zero carbon targets, and rising concerns around embodied carbon, decarbonising our building stock is essential - and the risks of not taking action are immense. In this episode, we explore how decarbonisation programmes can protect or enhance the future value of an asset, how adopting a sustainable a...

As we enter a new economic cycle that is resetting markets across the world, the first PAT Cast of 2024 examines the outlook for global real assets and where PATRIZIA expects the most attractive investment opportunities to be this year.  In this conversation, we explore both the challenges and opportunities for investors in global markets this year and examine how low investment volumes and d...

Frankfurt is not only the financial centre of Germany, but also the centre of the European banking sector. Known as Mainhatten due to the skyscrapers that dominate the city’s skyline and its location on the River Main, Frankfurt is attractive for both investors and residents alike, praised for its connectivity and innovation. This is City in Focus - a podcast series from PATRIZIA where, every quar...

Frankfurt ist nicht nur das Finanzzentrum Deutschlands, sondern auch das Zentrum des europäischen Bankensektors. Aufgrund der Wolkenkratzer, die die Skyline der Stadt dominieren, und der Lage am Main ist Frankfurt für Investoren und Einwohner gleichermaßen attraktiv und wird für seine Konnektivität und Innovation gelobt. Dies ist City in Focus - eine Podcast-Serie von PATRIZIA, in der wir viertelj...

Taking stock of a challenging 2023, this special episode examines the many conversations we’ve had on the PAT Cast over the past year. Throughout this year, we have explored the macro environment shaping a turbulent investment landscape for real assets at regular intervals and also pinpointed key investment opportunities underpinned by the long-term megatrends of decarbonisation, digitalisation, u...

Two articles from the second edition of PATRIZIA’s estatements magazine in 2023, read aloud. It isn’t easy going green (01:08) and Supporting smart early education infrastructure in the Nordics (12:32). Your host is Andrew Belt . Articles read by Ollie Guillou . estatements is a twice-yearly magazine which shines a light on key topics within global real assets.

Solar is leading the charge in the transition away from fossil fuels and towards greater use of renewable and cleaner energy sources. And one way it can be adopted at scale in real estate is by installing solar panels on unused roof space, which generates clean energy without the need for new infrastructure. In episode 18 of the PAT Cast - the first of a two-parter on solar investment - we hear ho...

Copenhagen - the city where everyone cycles - is one of the happiest and most liveable cities in the world. It’s so attractive that up to 9,000 new homes have to be built every year to keep up with demand. This is City in Focus - a podcast series from PATRIZIA where, every quarter, we highlight the cities that stand out or rank highly in PATRIZIA’s European Living Cities Index . In this episode, w...

PATRIZIA’s Investment Strategy & Research team has today released its European Residential Markets Report 2023/24, which shares invaluable insights with investors. Leading on the creation of the report is Dr Marcus Cieleback , PATRIZIA’s Chief Urban Economist and, in this bonus episode of the PAT Cast, he tells us about its key findings - one of the major takeaways being that, despite a declin...

As we race to decarbonise the planet, finding alternative energy sources is critical. Green hydrogen might be the fuel of the future, but bioenergy is the fuel of today - and the case to invest has never been stronger. In this episode, we highlight the extraordinary work being done by Italian bioenergy producer, Biomet, and ask: what is bioenergy? How will it help us decarbonise? And what opportun...

2023 has been another year defined by global challenges. But as we head past the halfway point in the calendar, just how is the real assets sector adapting to the global permacrisis? In this special mid-year review, we discuss how the current economic environment compares to the GFC, what the market needs to bounce back, as well as which sectors will offer the brightest spots for investors.  ...

Milan is not only a fashion powerhouse, it’s also a city that’s growing rapidly, with its booming economy outpacing the rest of Italy.  This is City in Focus - a new podcast series from PATRIZIA where, every quarter, we highlight the cities that stand out or rank highly in PATRIZIA’s European Living Cities Index . In this episode, we explore how both Milan’s strengths and challenges make it a...

With the world becoming increasingly connected and reliant on technology, the drive to digitise is an essential part of levelling up our communities. In a crowded market witnessing rapid innovation, which companies are delivering the most value, and where should investors allocate capital? In this episode we highlight the work of Connexin, a portfolio company of PATRIZIA and mid-market player whos...

Two real estate related articles from the first edition of PATRIZIA’s estatements magazine in 2023, read aloud. Why 2023 is the year of value-add (01:16) and The dual funding gap: debt costs and decarbonisation could see accelerated property sales (11:31). Your host is Ed Whittaker . Articles read by Ollie Guillou . estatements is a twice-yearly magazine which shines a light on key topics within g...

Two infrastructure related articles from the first edition of PATRIZIA’s estatements magazine in 2023, read aloud. Answering the need for internet speed (01:14) and Accelerating APAC’s sustainable future (09:48). Your host is Andrew Belt . Articles read by Ollie Guillou . With quotes read by Ed Whittaker and Phillippa Guillou . estatements is a twice-yearly magazine which shines a light on key top...

As a city known for its diversity, rich history and culture, and world famous music scene, it’s no surprise Germany’s capital Berlin is an incredibly attractive location for investors. This is City in Focus - a brand new podcast series where we’ll be highlighting the cities that rank highly in PATRIZIA’s European Living Cities Index on a quarterly basis. Ranked 3rd in the Index is Berlin. In this...

Berlin ist berühmt für seine reiche Geschichte, Kultur und Musikszene sowie Vielfalt im Allgemeinen. So ist es kaum verwunderlich, dass Deutschlands Hauptstadt auch für Investoren äußerst attraktiv ist. Unsere brandneue Podcast-Reihe  City in Focus  beleuchtet einmal im Quartal eine der Städte, die unser  PATRIZIA European Living Cities Index  Ranking anführen. Berlin landete d...