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Strategy

Switzerland, renowned for its historical stability and robust economic environment, offers an enticing arena for real estate investments.

The goal is to achieve high financial returns through selective, yet balanced asset diversification.

The focus lies on tangible products, specifically commercial real estate, that offer a blend of recurring income streams and material value-creation potential, with lucid strategies established at time of asset purchase.

A global safe harbor

The current global crisis stressed out the resilience of the Swiss economy and the sustainability of its political and financial infrastructures.

Macro strengths

Key macro trends such as ageing building versus new need & standards, large institutional portfolio repositioning, demographic pressure, etc.

Overlooked opportunities

Commercial real estate alleviates foreign investment restriction (LFAIE law). Switzerland benefits from a lot of overlooked opportunities that need a complete refurbishment (e.g. ESG norms, new modern standards, etc.)

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The investment strategy

SREO’s approach centers on a value-add strategy, targeting commercial real estate spaces throughout Switzerland, making it accessible even to foreign investors.

A significant emphasis is placed on properties exhibiting substantial value-creation potential. This potential primarily originates from strategic re-positioning actions, such as altering the primary use of a building to suit new tenants and users, pivoting towards ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) standards, or investing heavily in capital expenditures (CAPEX) to unearth and leverage dormant potential.

Facts & Figures

CHF 250 mios

Targeted fund size

50% – 65%

Target LTV

CHF 10 – 30 mios

Target asset size

12% – 15%

Target returns

5 years

Investment horizon

50% – 50%

Value-add / Opportunistic

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“Thanks to multiple factors, investing in Switzerland’s real estate sector promises not only lucrative returns but also a stable and sustainable asset growth trajectory.”

Type of investment

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  • Redevelop office spaces in line with new market standards and create hubs for people.
  • Transform area to spark new ways to work and collaborate.
  • Focus significant parts of the refurbishments on energy efficiencies.
  • Bring new services to the office : fitness, nursery, concierge, events, food, chill lounges.
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  • Reinvent hotel spaces to align with current market trends and create unique experiences.
  • Introduce innovative concepts to attract various customer segments and optimize space utilization.
  • Emphasize eco-friendly renovations to enhance energy efficiency.
  • Integrate new hotel services : wellness spaces, exclusive gastronomic experiences, cultural programs.
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  • Rethink retail spaces to align with current market standards and create engaging environments.
  • Incorporate technological solutions to improve operational efficiency.
  • Offer tailor-made layouts to major commercial players.
  • Diversify services by including dining areas, relaxation zones to strengthen the appeal of the location.
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  • Design multifunctional spaces to meet the diverse needs of occupants and create synergy between offices and retail.
  • Foster a collaborative culture by integrating shared workspaces and meeting areas.
  • Implement sustainable initiatives such as smart energy solutions and environmentally friendly construction practices.
  • Offer a variety of integrated services, combining modern workspaces with retail amenities to create an attractive environment.
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Market Overview

Why invest in Switzerland?

Switzerland, known for its historical stability and robust economic environment, presents a compelling opportunity for real estate investment.

Key factors include its historic stability, the strength of the Swiss Franc, favorable financing opportunities, a mature and transparent real estate market, prime locations, low vacancy rates, a diversified economy, and sustainable building practices.

These aspects, such as a stable political and economic environment, currency strength, financial system opportunities, and sustainable construction standards, contribute to Switzerland’s attractiveness for investors seeking secure and lucrative real estate ventures.

Why invest in commercial real estate?

In the ever-evolving financial landscape, investing in commercial real estate in Switzerland represents a strategic proposition rich with untapped potential.

Several factors underpin this opportunity: shedding light on the overlooked potential of the commercial sector in the real estate cycle, demographic trends driving an evolution in real estate needs, the end of a construction cycle and aging infrastructure, the reinvention of workspaces post-pandemic, ESG mandates and sustainability, the repurposing of commercial spaces, a diverse tenant pool, institutional pressures as catalysts, and finally, capital expenditure (CAPEX) opportunities related to the aging Swiss real estate infrastructure.

These factors converge to create a conducive landscape for lucrative investments in the commercial real estate sector.

13,01% for the CHF – USD

The Swiss Franc (CHF) is a ‘safe-haven’ currency, demonstrating remarkable resilience even amidst global economic uncertainties

61%

of Swiss buildings now over four decades old

4,7% to 4,5%

decrease in available office space

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