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Last updated: June 16, 2026, 8:33 PM ET

Co‑Investment Drives Real‑Estate Capital

Urban Partners leveraged a bespoke co‑investment scheme to raise a $1bn windfall for its regeneration fund, attracting institutional investors seeking tailored exposure to urban redevelopment projects. In the same vein, Affinius announced it has secured $905m for its first data‑center fund, with a prominent Canadian pension fund, La Caisse, among the backers, bringing the vehicle close to its $1bn target. These moves illustrate a broader trend of managers unlocking capital through flexible vehicle structures that cater to both traditional and niche real‑estate themes.

Leadership Shifts Signal Strategic Refocusing

Partners Group’s Asia real‑estate chief, Chien, will step down after his portfolio was recently expanded to include a North America mandate slated for 2025, a change that prompted the exit. Meanwhile, ESR is preparing to welcome former Lendlease CEO Justin Gabbani as head of fund management following the departure of CIO Josh Daitch, marking a significant overhaul of the firm’s leadership team. Both departures reflect a recalibration of executive focus as firms navigate post‑privatization restructuring and market expansion plans.