The first half of 2026 offered early evidence that a multi-year recovery in real estate — a long out-of-favor asset class — is beginning to take shape. What could drive the next phase? Portfolio manager Jeff Kolitch points to several potential drivers, including attractive relative valuations, accelerating acquisition activity, favorable supply-demand dynamics, healthy balance sheets and the possibility of a more supportive interest-rate environment. Read the Q2 2026 Baron Real Estate Fund quarterly letter for Jeff’s perspective on these potential catalysts and the opportunities he sees across public real estate: -- Investors should consider the investment objectives, risks, and charges and expenses of the investment carefully before investing. The prospectus and summary prospectuses contain this and other information about the Funds. You may obtain them from the Funds’ distributor, Baron Capital, Inc, by calling 1-800-99-BARON or visiting Please read carefully before investing. Risks: In addition to general market conditions, the value of the Fund will be affected by the strength of the real estate markets as well as by interest rate fluctuations, credit risk, environmental issues and economic conditions. The Fund invests in companies of all sizes, including small and medium sized companies whose securities may be thinly traded and more difficult to sell during market downturns. The discussion of market trends is not intended as advice to any person regarding the advisability of investing in any particular security. The views expressed in this post reflect those of the respective writer. Some of our comments are based on management expectations and are considered “forward-looking statements.” Actual future results, however, may prove to be different from our expectations. Our views are a reflection of our best judgment at the time and are subject to change at any time based on market and other conditions and Baron has no obligation to update them. Investment Products: NOT FDIC INSURED | MAY LOSE VALUE | NOT BANK GUARANTEED BAMCO, Inc. is an investment adviser registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Baron Capital, Inc. is a broker-dealer registered with the SEC and member of the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, Inc. (FINRA). ©2026 Baron Capital. All rights reserved.