Unlocking Opportunities in the Commercial Mortgage Market

Overview

Various factors are leading to new opportunities and challenges in the commercial real estate (CRE) market amid economic fluctuations. For example, consistently higher interest rates significantly impact borrowing costs and investment decisions in an ever-evolving CRE market. Additionally, property value fluctuations are impacting investment strategies significantly. Despite the Federal Reserve’s 50bps interest rate cut in September and expectations of further reduction provided inflation is under control, investors are not fully convinced given the global slide in the valuation of office properties and associated asset classes.

As the credit cycle turns and origination volumes start to bounce back, albeit at a slow rate, CRE lenders would strive to accelerate customer acquisition, underwrite quality credits, improve portfolio risk governance, and meet evolving regulatory guidelines through recurring disclosures and reporting.

Given the above scenario, agility is paramount in recalibrating investment portfolios, diversifying across property types, or embracing new technologies. Only analysis-based resilience and appropriate foresight can help lenders achieve success. However, this cannot be done in silos; it requires strategic partnerships that transcend technology and the right talent.

Acuity Knowledge Partners is delighted to bring together three senior industry leaders who will discuss the challenges impacting the CRE market and how to be future-ready. They will also share their success stories and insights into how they have successfully navigated tough markets and persistent volatility.

Key Takeaways and Highlights

• Impact of economic conditions on the US CRE market

• Key risk management strategies for CRE lenders today

• Major strategic focus areas for CRE lenders

• Ways to run transformation programs for better business outcomes

• Success stories on how to leverage emerging technologies and domain expertise