Real estate investment trust focused on originating, acquiring, financing, and managing commercial mortgage loans and other commercial real estate debt investments.
Starwood Property Trust, Inc. operates as a robust real estate investment trust (REIT) with a global presence spanning the United States, Europe, and Australia. Organized into four distinct segments, the company excels in Commercial and Residential Lending, Infrastructure Lending, Property Investments, and Servicing. In the Commercial and Residential Lending segment, Starwood originates and manages a wide array of real estate debt investments, including commercial mortgages, residential mortgages, mezzanine loans, and mortgage-backed securities. This segment also handles distressed or non-performing loans, bolstering its comprehensive investment strategy.
The Infrastructure Lending segment focuses on originating and managing debt investments in infrastructure projects, reflecting Starwood's diversified portfolio approach. Meanwhile, the Property segment is dedicated to acquiring and overseeing equity interests in stabilized commercial real estate properties, such as multifamily and net-lease commercial properties, held primarily for long-term investment.
The Investing and Servicing segment plays a crucial role in managing problem assets and acquiring various types of commercial real estate assets, including those sourced from CMBS trusts. Additionally, it engages in originating conduit loans aimed at subsequent securitization transactions, further enhancing its investment portfolio and servicing capabilities.
Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Greenwich, Connecticut, Starwood Property Trust, Inc. benefits from its REIT status, enabling it to avoid federal corporate income taxes by distributing at least 90% of its taxable income to shareholders. The company's strategic focus on diversified real estate investments and strong asset management practices positions it as a leader in the global real estate finance and investment market.