Recently returned from a trip to a number of SE Asian countries, Zagga CEO & Co-Founder, Alan Greenstein, shares his thoughts on the increasing appeal of Australian real estate private credit among family offices in the Asia-Pacific region amidst global economic shifts and how this alternative asset class can be an attractive option for both foreign and local investors.
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THE URBAN DEVELOPER
The Vue le Pont development is a multi-level building designed to the highest standard, with views of Sydney Harbour, the bridge, and the city. It is expected to garner appeal from locals, expats, and high-net-worth international buyers, who are looking for ‘lock-up & leave’ right-sized product situated within the local neighbourhood.
The Australian private credit asset class has become increasingly popular among investors, so it’s no surprise that the number of investment managers in this space has grown to meet the demand. One of the appealing aspects of debt-based investments is the ability to provide capital protection by holding a registered mortgage security over a real asset.
The past month was dominated by news of weaker economic growth, a still fragile labour market and an upward blip in inflation. There was no surprise when RBA left interest rates steady at 4.35 per cent after its June meeting, meaning there has been no policy change since the last rate hike in November 2023.
We have grown from an idea into an independent alternative investment manager focused on commercial real estate debt. Looking ahead, we are excited about the opportunities available to us, and our ability to originate secured investments, underpinned by high-quality commercial real estate assets, with strong, credible counterparties, offering consistent returns.
FINANCIAL REVIEW
With developers knocking on their door for finance, Zagga CEO and co-founder Alan Greenstein said the group’s aspirations were to “slowly and carefully” double its funds under management to about $1.5 billion and attract a deep pool of funders. “Non-bank lenders have carved out a space for themselves in the market by offering a highly credible solution,” Mr Greenstein told The Australian Financial Review.
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The Australian property market continues to deliver stable results in most jurisdictions despite the higher cost of living currently being experienced by many Australians… The construction sector remains tight with pressure on supply-chains relating to materials and labour evident, however we are seeing trends suggesting we are at, or very close to, the top of the price-hiking cycle.
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