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REPORTS AND WHITEPAPERS

CRE in 2026: Fundraising market pulse

The 2026 CRE Fundraising Market Pulse analyzes 2025 data to reveal where capital flowed, which asset classes delivered returns, and how regional dynamics shaped CRE investment performance.

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Discover how real market data compares to mid-year sentiment and what it reveals about CRE strategy in 2025.

Drawing from aggregated and anonymized data across more than 1,000 real estate investment firms representing $300 billion in AUM and 150,000+ LPs, the 2026 CRE Fundraising Market Pulse provides a comprehensive analysis of fundraising activity, investment returns, asset allocation, and regional trends throughout 2025.

This report delivers exclusive insights on how capital moved in 2025 to help GPs, LPs, and CRE professionals optimize their fundraising strategies in 2026.

Key takeaways

  • Multifamily led fundraising, capturing 48% of capital raised and 40% of total returns across asset classes.

  • Residential projects surged 7X in Q4 from Q1.

  • The Southeast led fundraising and returns, securing 42% of capital raised and 40% of nationwide returns.

  • Investment returns were geographically concentrated within 10 states throughout 2025.

Unlock the insights you need to elevate your capital-raising strategy in 2026.