Best Fund Provider – Real Estate Equity
Cohen & Steers
Ji Zhang
portfolio manager, Global Real Estate
We are honoured that Asian Private Banker has recognised Cohen & Steers as Best Fund Provider – Real Estate Equity. This award reflects our commitment to building better portfolios for clients through a disciplined investment strategy that combines deep fundamental research with a global perspective on listed real estate.
By focusing on high-conviction ideas and exposure to compelling secular themes such as AI data centres and the evolving needs of an ageing population, we aim to provide investors with resilient, income-generating portfolios that provide diversified returns with strong growth potential. We are grateful for this recognition and remain dedicated to helping our clients achieve their investment goals.
Winners Rationale
“The Cohen & Steers Global Real Estate Securities Fund shows how expertise, focus, and careful management can deliver strong results in real estate equity,” said Audrey Raj, editor of Asian Private Banker. “Since it launched in 2006, the fund has consistently beaten its benchmark, the FTSE EPRA Nareit Developed Real Estate Index, combining income and capital growth to generate solid total returns.
“As specialists in real estate, Cohen & Steers can act quickly when property fundamentals change, often faster than generalist managers. The fund also actively engages with companies to encourage strong ESG practices, supporting sustainable long-term growth. Sector and country allocations, stock selection, and macroeconomic insights are all integrated into a cohesive investment process, giving investors a well-structured, resilient strategy.
“From a judging standpoint, the fund stands out for its consistent performance, specialist insight, and strategic execution. Its ability to combine capital appreciation, income generation, and responsible investment principles highlights both the sophistication of its process and the robustness of its results. For these reasons, Cohen & Steers is a deserving recipient of the Best Fund Provider – Real Estate Equity award.”
