Reports and Research

The Reports and Research section provides comprehensive access to research papers, financial analyses, and industry outlooks produced by Bocconi Students for Alternative Investments. Our publications adhere to professional standards and offer data-driven insights relevant to current business and financial landscapes. All publications are produced by BSAI members following the highest standards of accuracy and analytical rigor.

  • REITS, Understanding their Structure and Market Dependence

    REITS, Understanding their Structure and Market Dependence

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    REITs provide accessible real estate investment through publicly traded entities that must distribute 90% of taxable income as dividends. While sensitive to interest rates, with a 1% rise causing a 3-5% drop in returns, strong economic growth and sector-specific factors like digital infrastructure demand can offset these challenges.

  • Navigating the Data Surge: Investments and Trends in the Era of Digital Transformation

    Navigating the Data Surge: Investments and Trends in the Era of Digital Transformation

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    The data center industry is experiencing unprecedented growth due to surging data generation, AI development, and cloud computing. With data center deals increasing 40% from 2020 to 2021, investors find attractive opportunities while facing sustainability challenges, as these energy-intensive facilities require innovative solutions to reduce environmental impact.

  • Kahoot’s Next Chapter: How Goldman Sachs is transforming ED-Tech

    Kahoot’s Next Chapter: How Goldman Sachs is transforming ED-Tech

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    Goldman Sachs Asset Management led a consortium including General Atlantic, KIRKBI, and Glitrafjord to acquire Kahoot! for $1.7 billion. The deal, completed in January 2024, secured 94.75% of shares at NOK 35 each, taking the educational game platform private to accelerate global growth.