Core Viewpoint - Bill Ackman's Pershing Square fund is transforming Howard Hughes Holdings into a diversified holding company, similar to Berkshire Hathaway, presenting an investment opportunity for those looking to leverage Ackman's expertise [2][16]. Group 1: Investment Portfolio Overview - Pershing Square's equity portfolio is valued at $13.6 billion, with over half invested in three key stocks: Uber Technologies, Brookfield, and Howard Hughes Holdings [3]. Group 2: Uber Technologies - Uber represents 19% of Pershing Square's equity portfolio, with an investment of approximately $2.3 billion, now valued at around $2.6 billion [5]. - Ackman believes concerns regarding autonomous vehicles negatively impacting Uber's value are unfounded, as Uber's extensive network of over 170 million users is valuable for self-driving car companies [6]. - Uber's EBITDA increased by 35% last quarter, supported by a 14% rise in gross bookings, with expectations for similar growth in the upcoming quarter [7]. - The company generated $2.3 billion in free cash flow last quarter, a 66% year-over-year increase, with a goal to convert over 90% of EBITDA into free cash flow in the next three years [8]. - Uber's stock trades at an enterprise value-to-EBITDA ratio of about 25, which is considered attractive given its 30% annual EBITDA growth [9]. Group 3: Brookfield - Brookfield accounts for 17% of the portfolio, with a total investment value of about $2.4 billion after acquiring an additional 6.1 million shares [10]. - The company has a unique corporate structure with several publicly traded subsidiaries, including Brookfield Asset Management, which owns 73% of its shares [11]. - Distributable earnings rose by 27% year-over-year in the first quarter, with management projecting a cash flow growth rate exceeding 20% annually through 2029 [12]. - Brookfield's shares trade at 13.8 times trailing distributable earnings, with Ackman suggesting a valuation multiple of at least 16 [13]. Group 4: Howard Hughes Holdings - Howard Hughes Holdings makes up 14% of the portfolio, with Ackman acquiring a 47% stake worth about $1.9 billion [14]. - The company's assets are valued at $5.9 billion, indicating the stock is trading at a discount [15]. - Management anticipates net operating income growth of up to 4% in 2025, with long-term projections indicating a 37% increase from 2024 levels [15]. - Ackman plans to diversify Howard Hughes by adding an insurance business, which would provide capital for further investments [16]. - The new structure incurs a quarterly fee of $3.75 million to Pershing Square, along with a 0.375% incentive fee, but may offer investors a direct way to invest in Ackman's strategies [17].

Company Overview - Lead Real Estate Co., Ltd is a Japanese developer specializing in luxury residential properties, including single-family homes and condominiums, across Tokyo, Kanagawa prefecture, and Sapporo [10] - The company also operates hotels in Tokyo and leases apartment units in Japan and Dallas, Texas [10] - The mission of the company is to provide stylish, safe, and luxurious living, while its vision focuses on continuous improvement and leveraging its strong market position in the luxury residential property market [11] Recent Developments - The company announced the signing of a sales contract for its planned luxury single-family home, REAL PRO Ookayama [1] - The REAL PRO SERIES Ookayama will be constructed from wood, featuring two floors above ground, with a building area of 2,029.3 square feet and a land area of 1,784.2 square feet [2] Location Highlights - Ookayama is known for its vibrant dining district, including the famous Ookayama Underground Dining Area, which has a nostalgic atmosphere reminiscent of the Showa Era [3][8] - The area is home to the prestigious Tokyo Institute of Technology, enhancing its appeal as a "Student Town" [5] - Ookayama Station provides direct access to major shopping districts, including Jiyugaoka and Futako-Tamagawa, both just 10 minutes away [5] Architectural Design - The architectural design of the REAL PRO SERIES is supervised by Pro Style Design Office Inc., known for its luxury architectural designs [6] - The design philosophy emphasizes creating high-density spaces that cater to the owner's lifestyle through the use of luxury brands in various aspects of living [6]

继珠江新城凯旋新世界、广州周大福金融中心之后，新世界中国在番禺区长隆万博打造的又一封面地标 ——耀胜新世界广场也兑现在即。 全业态即将兑现！引领长隆万博新发展 与世界级旅游地标长隆度假区一路之隔，耀胜新世界广场自封顶以来，就成为片区闪耀的新星。 在首批住宅耀胜尊府交付的同时，项目的K11 Select拟于第三季度开业，主力商家进场装修中，耀胜新 世界发展中心已有多家企业进驻。这意味着，等业主年底正式乔迁新居，这里的写字楼和K11商场也将 同步开业，业主下楼即可享受在大湾区商业地标休闲娱乐的乐趣。 5月20日晚，汉溪长隆地铁站上盖，耀胜新世界广场建筑齐齐亮灯，从此点亮长隆万博CBD的夜空。六 天之后，项目的首批住宅耀胜尊府正式交付，业主现场实现"交付即取证"。 作为长隆万博的新地标，耀胜新世界广场打造房地产行业的标杆样本，其雅奢住宅耀胜尊府引领和提升 广州人居格局；超甲级写字楼耀胜新世界发展中心和大湾区首座K11 Select提升片区商务办公及商业消 费风尚。项目即将全面兑现，将补齐广州新中轴番禺段建设的核心拼图，引领长隆万博片区的发展再上 新台阶，为大湾区城市新格局注入更强的活力与动力。 交付即取证！引领广州 ...

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Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for C&D International with an unchanged target price (TP) of HKD 21.20, implying a 57% upside from the current share price of HKD 13.54 [4][6][10]. Core Insights - C&D International is positioned to benefit from the revitalization of Xiamen's housing market, characterized by increasing sales volumes, declining inventory, and stabilizing new home prices. This marks a recovery from a significant sales decline of 29% year-on-year in 2024 due to market weakness [1][2]. - The implementation of Xiamen's advanced home purchase voucher scheme is expected to stimulate demand and alleviate inventory pressure, contributing to 40% of the gross floor area (GFA) sold in the primary market from October 2024 to February 2025 [2][10]. - C&D's strategic landbank investments in Xiamen, totaling RMB 19 billion for six sites in 2024, provide a competitive supply advantage as market sentiment improves [3][10]. Summary by Sections Investment Rating - Buy rating maintained with a target price of HKD 21.20, reflecting a 57% upside potential [4][6]. Market Conditions - Xiamen's property market is experiencing "goldilocks" conditions with increasing sales volumes and declining inventory, which is expected to benefit C&D International [1][2]. Policy Impact - The new home purchase voucher scheme in Xiamen is effectively stimulating demand and reducing inventory pressure, with significant contributions to sales in the primary market [2][10]. Land Acquisition Strategy - C&D's counter-cyclical land acquisitions in Xiamen position the company favorably against competitors, enhancing its market presence as sentiment improves [3][10]. Financial Projections - The financial outlook includes projected property sales of RMB 138.623 billion for 2024, with a slight decrease expected in subsequent years, followed by a recovery [11][12].

Lantana, FL, May 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- JFB Construction Holdings (Nasdaq: JFB), a Real Estate Development and construction company focused on Hospitality, commerical, industrial and residential property development, announces that it has executed new contracts totaling more than $69.5 million to date in 2025. These contracts represent several key business verticals, including hospitality, commercial retail, industrial, high-end residential and real estate development. “This achievement is such an imp ...

The Supervisory Board of Hepsor AS has elected Martti Krass, the current Latvian Country Manager, as a new member of the Management Board of Hepsor AS (hereinafter Hepsor), who will take office on 1 August 2025 with a five-year mandate. The mandate of the current Chairman of the Management Board, Henri Laks, will expire on 1 August 2025, when he will become a member of the Supervisory Board of Hepsor, in accordance with the resolution of the General Meeting of Hepsor shareholders held on 21 May 2025. Martti ...

Core Insights - Belpointe PREP, LLC has announced that its mixed-use development project, VIV, in St. Petersburg, Florida, is approximately 85% complete and is expected to begin leasing later this year [1][3] Group 1: Project Overview - VIV is strategically located in downtown St. Petersburg and aims to become a landmark destination with residential units, modern amenities, and vibrant retail spaces [2][5] - The project is designed to meet the growing demand for high-quality living options in St. Petersburg, providing a unique opportunity for residents and businesses [2][5] Group 2: Company Commitment - The CEO of Belpointe OZ expressed excitement about the project's progress and emphasized the company's commitment to delivering exceptional developments in high-growth markets [3] - The project is part of Belpointe OZ's strategy to create long-term value for investors [3] Group 3: Company Profile - Belpointe OZ is a publicly traded qualified opportunity fund listed on NYSE American under the symbol "OZ" and has over 2,500 units in its development pipeline across four cities, with a total project cost exceeding $1.3 billion [6] - The company has filed registration statements with the SEC for the offer and sale of up to $1.5 billion of Class A units [7]

Core Insights - Belpointe PREP, LLC has announced that its mixed-use development project, VIV, in St. Petersburg, Florida, is approximately 85% complete and is expected to begin leasing later this year [1][3] Group 1: Project Overview - VIV is strategically located in downtown St. Petersburg and aims to become a landmark destination with residential units, modern amenities, and vibrant retail spaces [2][5] - The project is designed to meet the growing demand for high-quality living options in St. Petersburg, providing a unique opportunity for residents and businesses [2][5] Group 2: Company Commitment - The CEO of Belpointe OZ expressed excitement about the project's progress and emphasized the company's commitment to delivering exceptional developments in high-growth markets [3] - The project is part of Belpointe OZ's strategy to create long-term value for investors [3] Group 3: Company Profile - Belpointe OZ is a publicly traded qualified opportunity fund listed on NYSE American under the symbol "OZ" and has over 2,500 units in its development pipeline across four cities, with a total project cost exceeding $1.3 billion [6] - The company has filed registration statements with the SEC for the offer and sale of up to $1.5 billion of Class A units [7]