KKR Acquires Three Building Industrial Portfolio in Phoenix

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KKR has acquired a three-building industrial portfolio in Phoenix, Arizona, comprising approximately 419,350 square feet. The properties, built in 2020 and currently 70% leased, are strategically located 20 to 30 minutes from Phoenix’s Central Business District. This acquisition expands KKR's industrial real estate footprint in Phoenix to nearly 2.6 million square feet, enhancing its position in a rapidly growing market. The investment is part of KKR’s Americas opportunistic equity real estate strategy, focusing on leveraging strong leasing momentum in the region.

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• Acquisition of 419,350 square feet in Phoenix enhances KKR's industrial footprint to nearly 2.6 million square feet.
• Properties are newly built with potential for strong leasing upside, being 70% leased at acquisition.

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KKR, a leading global investment firm, today announced the acquisition of a three building industrial portfolio totaling approximately 419,350 square feet located in highly infill locations in Phoenix, Arizona. The Seller was a Joint Venture between PCCP, LLC and Hopewell Development LP.

All three assets were built in 2020 and are located approximately twenty to thirty minutes’ driving distance from Phoenix’s Central Business District. The buildings feature state-of-the-art physical characteristics, including 28’ to 32’ clear heights and offer flexible configurations for both single and multi-tenant occupancy. The newly delivered portfolio is currently in lease-up with a rent roll that is approximately 70% leased at acquisition.

The acquisition expands KKR’s industrial real estate footprint in the greater Phoenix market to nearly 2.6 million square feet.

“Phoenix has been one of the fastest growing major markets in the US over the past several years and we’re very excited to add these high quality assets which are complementary to our footprint in the market,” said Ben Brudney, a Director in the Real Estate group at KKR. “These newly built assets offer us the opportunity to take advantage of strong leasing momentum in the Phoenix market with near term upside through the lease up of the remaining vacancy.”

KKR is making the investment through its Americas opportunistic equity real estate strategy. Across its funds, KKR owns nearly 36 million square feet of industrial property in strategic locations across major metropolitan areas in the U.S.

Since launching a dedicated real estate platform in 2011, KKR has grown its real estate assets under management to approximately $28 billion across the U.S., Europe and Asia Pacific as of March 31, 2021. KKR’s global real estate team consists of approximately 100 dedicated investment professionals, spanning both the equity and credit business, across 11 offices and eight countries.

About KKR

KKR is a leading global investment firm that offers alternative asset management and capital markets and insurance solutions. KKR aims to generate attractive investment returns by following a patient and disciplined investment approach, employing world-class people, and supporting growth in its portfolio companies and communities. KKR sponsors investment funds that invest in private equity, credit and real assets and has strategic partners that manage hedge funds. KKR’s insurance subsidiaries offer retirement, life and reinsurance products under the management of The Global Atlantic Financial Group. References to KKR’s investments may include the activities of its sponsored funds and insurance subsidiaries. For additional information about KKR & Co. Inc. (NYSE: KKR), please visit KKR’s website at www.kkr.com and on Twitter @KKR_Co.

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FAQ

What is the acquisition made by KKR in Phoenix?

KKR acquired a three-building industrial portfolio totaling approximately 419,350 square feet.

How much of the acquired property is currently leased?

Approximately 70% of the acquired portfolio is leased at the time of acquisition.

What is the strategic importance of the Phoenix market for KKR?

Phoenix is one of the fastest growing major markets in the US, providing strong leasing momentum.

What is KKR's total industrial property portfolio size after this acquisition?

After this acquisition, KKR's industrial real estate footprint in Phoenix expands to nearly 2.6 million square feet.

Under what strategy is KKR making this investment?

KKR is making the investment through its Americas opportunistic equity real estate strategy.