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Hammerson swings back to profit as prime retail portfolio powers growth

Story Highlights
  • Hammerson delivered strong 2025 results, with higher rental income, profits, portfolio values and efficiency.
  • Record leasing, rising footfall and a resilient balance sheet reinforce Hammerson’s position in prime retail.
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Hammerson swings back to profit as prime retail portfolio powers growth

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An update from Hammerson plc R.E.I.T. ( (GB:HMSO) ) is now available.

Hammerson reported a strong turnaround for 2025, with total net rental income rising 23% to £180m and portfolio value climbing 33% to £3.5bn following major investments in key UK retail destinations and joint venture acquisitions. EPRA earnings grew 5% to £104m, EPRA NTA per share rose 6%, and the group swung to an IFRS profit of £232m, supported by a £120m revaluation gain and improved operating efficiency.

Record leasing of £51m at positive spreads, occupancy of 96% and visitor growth that outpaced national retail benchmarks underscore the continued polarisation toward prime retail assets and Hammerson’s strengthened market position. The company maintained a resilient balance sheet with 39% loan-to-value, refinanced debt on favourable terms, completed strategic repositionings and residential schemes, and modestly increased its dividend, signalling growing confidence and greater income visibility for shareholders and other stakeholders.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:HMSO) stock is a Hold with a £360.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Hammerson plc R.E.I.T. stock, see the GB:HMSO Stock Forecast page.

Spark’s Take on GB:HMSO Stock

According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, GB:HMSO is a Neutral.

Hammerson plc’s overall stock score is driven by positive technical indicators and strategic corporate events, which bolster confidence in its future prospects. However, financial performance challenges, particularly in profitability and cash flow, weigh down the score. The valuation is mixed, with a high P/E ratio offset by a solid dividend yield.

To see Spark’s full report on GB:HMSO stock, click here.

More about Hammerson plc R.E.I.T.

Hammerson plc is a UK-listed real estate investment trust that invests in and manages prime retail-led city destinations across the UK, France and Ireland. Its portfolio focuses on flagship shopping centres and mixed-use destinations such as Westquay, Brent Cross, Bullring and Grand Central, where it drives value through active asset management, repositioning projects and data-led leasing to attract major brands and high footfall.

Average Trading Volume: 830,268

Technical Sentiment Signal: Hold

Current Market Cap: £1.85B

Learn more about HMSO stock on TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.

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