New Madrid: Investment capital eyes a rising southern Europe star

Stoneshield Capital’s Juan Pepa and CBRE's Adolfo Ramirez-Escudero discuss Spain's economic renaissance, which has engendered bountiful investment opportunities. Share these insights about investment opportunities in Spain: Spain has great fundamentals : Gone are the dog days following the Global Financial Crisis. Spain's high economic growth rate has made it an attractive investment destination. Focus on alternative real estate sectors : Some of Spain’s strongest sectors are student housing, life sciences and seniors housing. Renewable energy is in demand : Interest in energy and sustainable infrastructure, particularly around data centers and the industrial sectors, is high. Big pharma has a big presence : A consolidation of big pharma companies makes the region attractive for life sciences investment. It’s a business-friendly environment : Incentive programs and a supportive regulatory environment has drawn inbound capital.