Real estate behaves differently from shares or bonds. It generates returns differently, moves to different rhythms, and requires a different mindset. This article explains what that means in practical terms, so investors can make better informed decisions.
Different Investments, Different TimelinesBroadly speaking, investments fall into two categories:
Liquid Market Investments
Real Assets
Most investors judge the strength of retail real estate by looking at tenant names, locations, or yields. These factors matter. But they don't always show whether a tenant's income is sustainable or whether a store is likely to remain profitable over time.
There is another indicator that can often provide deeper insight into the strength of a grocery property's income: how comfortably the tenan
European investors are increasingly redirecting capital towards essential real estate and infrastructure as part of a broader re-shaping of portfolios. Equity markets remain sensitive to monetary policy shifts, and global portfolios carry currency risk – particularly for investors holding US-dollar assets. Against this backdrop, tangible assets embedded in the European economy are attracting renew
For many people in Ireland, finding ways to make savings work harder than they do in a low-interest bank account or traditional pension fund has been difficult.
That’s now beginning to change. A new European investment framework, ELTIF 2.0, is opening doors to a broader range of long-term, growth-focused investments that were previously available only to institutions or very weal
In a world of geopolitical tension, market volatility, and shifting monetary policy, investors are searching for stability. The Emerging Trends in Real Estate 2025 report by PwC and ULI noted that the priority is now investing in markets “where things feel safe or safest”.
In Europe, that focus is increasingly directed at one destination: Germany.
But what makes it a true “safe haven”?
In a world where uncertainty looms and markets fluctuate, one thing remains constant: people need to eat. Grocery stores serve as the backbone of our daily lives, providing not just food but also a sense of community and convenience. If you’re considering your next investment move, why not focus on German grocery real estate? With its blend of necessity and stability, this market offers a promisin
According to a recent Irish Times report, Irish citizens are among the least likely in Europe to invest their savings. Despite having significant capital on hand, most people are not putting it to work in long-term assets or growth-oriented products.
In Ireland, there is now more money sitting in savings than in the entire pensions market. There is clearly no shortage of capital, but there
We are proud to announce that our parent company The Greenman Group has announced the winners of its inaugural Future Food Retail Awards. The awards ceremony, held in Dublin, brought together c. 160 industry leaders from finance, investment, retail, press, entrepreneurship, real estate, and academia.
This year’s overall winner was the French start-up Spore.Bio, who invented the first instant pa
Three retail parks acquired in Germany for €90 million, increasing Greenman OPEN’s AUM to over €1 billion
Greenman OPEN (OPEN), one of the largest food retail-focused investment funds in Germany, has acquired three retail parks for a combined value of c.€90 million, increasing the fund’s AUM to more than €1billion.
OPEN has acquired a retail centre in Sonneberg on the Bavarian border. Fully
Last year Luxembourg modernised its investment fund laws, updating certain elements of the Luxembourg investment fund toolbox in order to increase the competitiveness of the Luxembourg financial centre by easing access to products for non-professional investors.
Due to these recent legislative changes in Luxembourg, the definition of what constitutes a “Well-Informed Investor” has been updated
We are thrilled to announce that our sister company, Potager Farm, takes a giant leap forward with their first-ever direct-to-consumer sale of fresh, local, and pesticide-free food.
In September this year and as part of a pilot-project, the first seeds were sown and a batch of produce was provided to gastronomic partners to receive feedback on quality, durability, aroma, taste profile, freshnes
Subsidiary Greenman Energy (“GME“), a Joint Venture of Greenman OPEN, has announced the implementation of the innovative “Plug & Charge” (PnC) technology for its electric vehicle chargers. With the advanced technology, GME is setting new standards in providing DC-charging infrastructure and making EV-charging easier and more efficient for consumers than ever.
In line with the funds ambitiou
Greenman’s Head of Distribution David O’Meara recently shared his thoughts in PropertyEU on the digital evolution of retail. Recent years have seen technology permeate every aspect of retail and real estate, with supply chains experiencing substantial advancements.
In an era where technology is revolutionising every corner of retail, the tangible aspects – our buildings, warehouses, and retail
During a late summer evening last week at an event location overlooking river Spree in Berlin, our sister company GFORM, who manages the assets of the OPEN-portfolio, unfolded a new chapter in the realm of retail innovation. With over 200 attendees, the inaugural event was more than just a gathering – it was a shared exploration into the transformative potentials of taking an integrated building a
Achieving an Article 9 (dark green fund) status is not only about reporting obligations.
The benefits of Article 9 are in fact far reaching and have significantly positive implications for real estate activities. Financial impact can be seen in the access to “green loans” with more attractive financing terms; easier access to EU grants and tax incentives; and sustainability projects that improv
Greenman OPEN takes over another new local retail centre in Montabaur, Rhineland-Palatinate. The opening ceremony, hosted by REWE, was attended by the Mayor of Montabaur Gabriele Wieland, project developer Schoofs Immobilien GmbH Frankfurt, and other project participants. The local shopping centre in the district town of Montabaur is DGNB gold certified and offers a total of 6,811 square metres of
Q1 2023 was a busy quarter which saw the team completing a national roadshow, presenting to over 200 financial advisors across the country. They also made their first asset tour of OPEN’s Berlin retail centres and hosted a number of events, including Carpark Cocktails.
The portfolio also grew in Q1 2023, the OPEN acquiring c. €73m worth of German, #grocery retail anchored real estate, adding to
The Board of Greenman Investments acting in its capacity as the Investment manager (AIFM) to Greenman OPEN (“OPEN”), the largest food retail-focused investment fund in Germany, recently approved the NET Zero plan which when complete will reduce the portfolio’s NET Carbon emissions to ZERO (the “Net Zero Pathway”). This Net Zero Pathway is planned to be delivered over three phases:
Phase 1 – on
Following its strong performance in 2021 (with annual change in NAV for the year of c.7.1%), Greenman OPEN continues to perform consistently, recording growth in NAV of 1.46% like for like change in Q1 2022.
This increase in investment in OPEN’s asset class is largely due to its security and the ability of its tenants to generate rent increases during inflationary periods.
“Whilst it is diff
Catherine Choo has been Chief Information Officer at Greenman since last year, a role with a lot of responsibility and a wide range of duties. However, she started her career at Greenman back in 2011. Take a moment to read the interview with her and learn more about the role of technology at Greenman, Greenman OPEN’s ESG strategy and food retail.
Catherine, could you briefly introduce yourself
