18 August 2026 | Dr Hans-Peter Bauer; Adrian Schenker

International Real Estate Markets: Hans-Peter Bauer and Adrian Schenker in Conversation with Jan Eckert

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In the second interview marking the 25^th anniversary of the Swiss Finance & Property Group (SFP Group), founders Hans-Peter Bauer and Adrian Schenker join Jan Eckert, CEO of JLL Switzerland and a member of JLL Europe’s Executive Committee, to discuss international real estate markets, successful expansion and the requirements for sustainable investments abroad.

In the video interview, the three experts provide insights into the opportunities and challenges of international real estate investments. They discuss why local expertise and strong partnerships are crucial to success. They explore which European markets currently appear particularly attractive and the importance of timing, sustainability and market knowledge in cross-border investments. They also discuss which strategies are successful over the long term and which developments could shape the international real estate market in the future.

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Dr Hans-Peter Bauer

Chairman of the Board of Directors, Co-Founder
Swiss Finance & Property Group Ltd

Adrian Schenker

Vice-President of the Board of Directors, Co-Founder
Swiss Finance & Property Group Ltd

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