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The global REIT landscape is now shaped by four structural megatrends specialization, scale, innovation and sustainability that are progressing at varying speeds across regions. REITs are increasingly focused on operating within single sectors to achieve world-class operational expertise, while building large platforms that foster economies of scale and lower the cost of capital. Innovation is driving the emergence of new property types including data centres, logistics facilities, health care properties and self-storage offering institutional investors efficient access to sectors aligned with structural demand drivers such as digitalization and demographic change. Sustainability continues to feature prominently, with Europe leading in ESG metrics and investor demand for sustainable real estate investments.
The FTSE EPRA Nareit Global Real Estate Index Series, comprising nearly 500 constituents in 38 countries with a total equity market capitalization exceeding USD 2.5 trillion, illustrates the breadth and depth of listed real estate as an asset class.
In this context, well-designed REIT regimes remain an important structuring tool for accessing real estate income streams in a transparent and tax-efficient manner. PwC's global network of real estate tax and legal professionals has prepared this summary to provide an up-to-date, high-level comparison of key features of selected REIT regimes across jurisdictions. The publication highlights core attributes, regulatory requirements and recent developments, enabling stakeholders to assess similarities and differences between regimes.
The PwC contacts listed in each territory chapter would be pleased to assist with any further questions regarding the local REIT regimes. Alternatively, please do not hesitate to contact your usual PwC adviser for further information.
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