Bain Capital Real Estate’s Ryan Cotton explains why interest rates are only part of the real estate cycle by Andrea Zander | Jan 27, 2026 U.S. real estate is experiencing a prolonged cycle of value dislocation. Ryan Cotton, partner and head of Bain Capital Real Estate, tells IREI that current market conditions are analogous, in part, to the 1970s, when rising interest rates initially challenged real estate, but the sector later became one of the strongest performers as fundamentals tightened.
OneDigital introduces private investments in DC plans through relationships with Blackstone, Apollo and Ares by Released | Jan 26, 2026 OneDigital, a national insurance brokerage and financial services firm, has announced the introduction of private investments into its personalized portfolio program for 401(k) plan sponsors, expanding access to institutional-quality strategies through a carefully structured, fiduciary-led approach designed to support participant retirement outcomes.
Janus Henderson announces acquisition of Richard Bernstein Advisors by Released | Jan 26, 2026 Janus Henderson Group, a global asset manager, has announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire 100 percent of Richard Bernstein Advisors (RBA), a research-driven, macro multi-asset investment manager.
Charles River Wealth to expand capabilities supporting private assets within unified managed accounts by Released | Jan 26, 2026 Charles River Development, a State Street company, has announced plans to expand its support of private market assets within the unified managed accounts (UMA) capabilities offered through the Charles River Investment Management Solution (IMS).
Q&A: Oracle, Blue Owl on scaling AI data centers by Andrea Zander | Jan 26, 2026 Rising demand for AI and high-performance computing is reshaping cloud competition, data-center design and capital allocation, increasing the importance of purpose-built infrastructure, execution speed and aligned partnerships.
New IREI video series: House Views by Denise Moose | Jan 26, 2026 Institutional Real Estate, Inc. (IREI) has released the first video of a new series called “House Views.”
Prime Capital Financial appoints Scott Duba as president and Will McGough as CIO by Released | Jan 23, 2026 Prime Capital Financial has announced the appointments of Scott Duba as president and Will McGough as CIO.
Cetera announces acquisition of Darnall Sikes Wealth Partners by Released | Jan 23, 2026 Cetera has completed the acquisition of the wealth management business of Darnall Sikes Wealth Partners, a wealth management firm that serves high-net-worth individuals, business owners and their families.
Gradient Investments launches Private Wealth Series, expanding access to institutional-quality alternatives by Released | Jan 23, 2026 Gradient Investments has announced the launch of its Private Wealth Series, a new suite of actively managed private market portfolios designed to help advisers and investors pursue enhanced diversification, long-term growth and reliable income beyond traditional public equities and bonds.
EQT announces $3.7b combination with Coller Capital by Released | Jan 23, 2026 EQT, a global investment organization with €267 billion ($313 billion) in assets under management, has agreed to acquire Coller Capital, one of the largest dedicated secondaries firms globally with nearly $50 billion in total assets under management.
Alto and Passthrough partner to expand IRA access for private fund managers by Released | Jan 23, 2026 Alto, a self-directed IRA platform bringing private markets to individual retirement portfolios, and Passthrough, an investor onboarding and financial crime compliance platform for private funds, has announced a strategic partnership to expand access to IRA capital for private fund managers.
Average short interest in U.S. REITs increased in December 2025 by Elise Mackanych | Jan 22, 2026 In December 2025, the average short interest in U.S. equity real estate investment trusts (REITs) increased by 7 basis points from the previous month to 4.6 percent, according to S&P Global Market Intelligence.
Merit Financial Advisors acquires SSC Wealth, forming strategic partnership with SSC CPAs + Advisors by Released | Jan 22, 2026 Merit Financial Advisors, a Georgia-based financial advisory firm that specializes in financial planning and wealth management solutions for high-net-worth individuals and families and those navigating life transitions, has announced the acquisition of SSC Wealth, the wealth management division of SSC CPAs + Advisors.
Arselle Investments and Amoroso companies launch western U.S.–focused multifamily platform, Amonte Living by Released | Jan 22, 2026 Arselle Investments and Amoroso Cos. have announced formation of a multifamily platform to acquire up to $500 million of multifamily properties located across major western U.S. markets during the next two to three years.
Momentum Wealth Partners appoints Michael Koskuba as CIO by Released | Jan 22, 2026 Momentum Wealth Partners has announced the appointment of Michael Koskuba as CIO, reinforcing the firm’s commitment to adviser independence, strategic growth and delivering innovative investment solutions for the firm’s advisers and their clients.
