This property fund should thrive even amid high inflation and wobbly growth

The UK property market looks increasingly shaky. But one sector stands out as a safe haven – life sciences property.

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The UK life sciences market has proved itself to be incredibly resilient
(Image credit: © Dan Kitwood/Getty Images/Cancer Research UK)

The foundations of the UK property market have trembled. In the residential market, the cost of living crisis and rising interest rates are eroding affordability.

In the commercial market, flexible working has sent shockwaves through the office market and the shift from high-street shopping to warehouses and out of town parks has bifurcated the retail market.

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Rupert is the former deputy digital editor of MoneyWeek. He's an active investor and has always been fascinated by the world of business and investing. His style has been heavily influenced by US investors Warren Buffett and Philip Carret. He is always looking for high-quality growth opportunities trading at a reasonable price, preferring cash generative businesses with strong balance sheets over blue-sky growth stocks.

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