LGIM Blog – Michael Adefuye, Research Manager, Real Assets

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Michael Adefuye

Michael is a strategist in LGIM’s Real Asset division. With 13 years’ industry experience, he is responsible for research in the UK alternative real estate sectors, including Build-to-Rent and student accommodation.

Other articles by Michael Adefuye

Living sector

UK living sector investment: Slipstream into the mainstream

The fundamental underpin and regulatory environment in the UK relative to other global markets makes its residential sector an attractive opportunity for investors, in our view.

northern powerhouse

Could LGPS investors help unlock the Northern Powerhouse?

England's affordable housing crisis is sometimes framed as a predominantly London and the South East-centric issue, but this overlooks the acute challenges faced by other regions. We believe LGPS investors could be well placed to help.

LGPS acc

LGPS intelligence: Delivering financial and social value through affordable housing

With supply constrained and the demand for affordable accommodation looking set to remain robust, we believe the sector offers investors a compelling opportunity to harness these favourable dynamics while also delivering a positive real-world impact.

supply rent

Is supply or demand driving residential rents in the UK?

Chronically low housebuilding is often blamed for soaring residential rents in the UK. Does the data bear this out?

London rules

Why London still rules when it comes to housing

As the capital continues to see the strongest residential demand in the UK, ongoing tension between supply and demand will keep upward pressure on rents, in our view.

Student housing

Got a (student) room for rent?

Increased demand for student accommodation, coupled with limited supply, we believe has important ramifications for investors in the sector

Why investors in universities need to do their homework

Why investors in universities need to do their homework

Row of houses

Residential rents: holding the key to inflation protection?

Residential rents: holding the key to inflation protection?

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