Multi-let commercial and industrial

Industrials Portfolio

On behalf of investors, Jumani Holdings acquired UK commercial portfolios including a 13-property portfolio from a US private-equity fund in 2016. The existing project record reports a £13 million acquisition value and an initial yield of 18%.

SectorMulti-let commercial and industrial

PeriodFrom 2016

Jumani roleAcquisition and active asset management for investors

Key fact13 properties · £13m reported acquisition value

THE OPPORTUNITY

Context and commercial challenge.

The opportunity depended not only on acquisition pricing but on the ability to improve income and operating performance across multiple assets and tenancies.

JUMANI'S ROLE

How the opportunity was progressed.

Jumani Holdings pursued tenant negotiations, lease regearing and active asset management across the portfolio. The project record reports that these initiatives increased the net yield to nearly 30% over 12 months.

Outcome

The case demonstrates the effect that focused asset management and tenant engagement can have after acquisition. Performance figures are presented as reported in the original project record.

WHY IT MATTERS

Experience applied to the next decision.

Every project is different, but the underlying disciplines remain consistent: test the commercial case, establish clear responsibility, align the structure and remain actively involved through the value-creation plan.

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Regent Street, Leeds

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Gamecock Pub, Hulme, Manchester

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Crossroads Business Centre, Kirkham

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Derby Range, Stockport

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Canal View, Stalybridge

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Alexander House, Farnborough

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