CARLSBAD, CA—Many investors remain optimistic in spite of concerns such as the economy and interest rates, says Steve Shanahan of Real Capital Markets.

LAWRENCE, KS—CREW Network's 10th annual white paper takes a closer look at what women consider the main barriers to success in the industry.

NEW YORK CITY—With this multi-state acquisition, Gramercy Property Trust's portfolio is now 70% industrial, says CIO Nicholas Pell.

NEW YORK CITY—Madison International's Ronald Dickerman notes that yields on the 10-year Treasury had spiked in the weeks prior to the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision.

LONDON—Having acquired more than £300 million worth of real estate here since the Brexit referendum, Madison International's Ronald Dickerman says he has "every confidence" in the city's enduring appeal.

RICHARDSON, TX—With apartment rent growth expected to moderate in 2017, "The biggest factor is supply, but not necessarily in the way people think," says MPF Research's Jay Parsons.

TORONTO—Avison Young CEO Mark E. Rose says the Carbon Impact Initiative will play "a key role in reducing emissions in new and existing buildings across Ontario."

CHICAGO—GLP CEO Ming Z. Mei says fundraising expectations were exceeded for the industrial landlord's third US fund. <br>