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The demand decade: a generational opportunity in U.S. senior housing

Donald Hall
Global Head of Research, Real Estate and Portfolio Manager, U.S. Cities Diversified Strategy
Exterior courtyard of a senior living community at sunset, featuring manicured gardens, a winding stone pathway, and two-story residential buildings.

The demographic tide is turning — and investors should take notice

We believe the senior housing sector is entering one of the most compelling investment windows in a generation. While investor enthusiasm during the last cycle was material, many market participants moved too early — ahead of the true demand wave that is now beginning to crest

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