David Scott is the Head of UK Investment Research for Real Estate at abrdn (formerly Aberdeen Standard Investments). David leads the research team responsible for analyzing UK commercial property markets, economic indicators, and capital market trends to inform real estate fund management strategies. With a rich background in real estate economics and forecasting, he provides data-driven research that guides portfolio allocation, risk management, and property acquisitions. David’s work focuses on identifying long-term structural trends, such as demographic shifts, e-commerce expansion, and net-zero carbon requirements. He is a prominent industry speaker, regularly sharing insights on macroeconomic real estate cycles and investment strategy for institutional clients.
