MORNING NEWS: Cycles, crowns and cases

In the news this morning, Dubai-based private investor Select Group’ s has cemented its position as one of the largest property developers in its domestic market. But as it quietly reviews “multiple” potential purchases in the UK, EG talks to Select’s director of strategic investments Ali Hossain, about its European investment strategy. Also today, EG makes a case for inclusive development after gathering lessons from the world’s most influential global cities. And Blackstone is reported to be leading a global surge in property investment, taking the crown as the largest property landlord for a third year in a row.  EG Highlights: Eleven years and counting: the sustainability challenge Post-Brexit immigration crackdown threatens housebuilding Pret a Manger buys EAT and plans convert stores into ‘Veggie Prets’ Landlord sits on stable foundations Simply Food stores offer convenient cut for M&S Sir Philip Green quits America as store sales plunge