Henderson Global Investors is planning the launch of two funds focused on European real estate debt investments: Henderson High Income Real Estate Debt Fund and Henderson Senior Secured Real Estate Debt Fund.

“Investor interest in real estate debt has continued to increase, and many investors are now familiar with the highly attractive risk-adjusted returns available,” says John Feeney, head of real estate debt with Henderson. “Following detailed research we have now developed two targeted strategies. With a focus on high-quality property and well-capitalised, expert sponsorship, our aim is to deliver the premium fund products in this fast-evolving market.”

Henderson High Income Real Estate Debt Fund will primarily target newly originated senior and defensive subordinated debt secured by high-quality leased real estate, with LTVs of up to 75 percent. It will target