UK property funds slash high street exposure during difficult 18 months

Bricks and mortar retail divestment accelerates

Mike Sheen
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Open-ended UK property funds have been cutting their exposure to the high street over the last 18 months, as the coronavirus pandemic saw forced business closures lead to the collapse of rental income and falling asset values.

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