Operating Income Growth
Operating income increased by 9.4% in FY2025, driven predominantly by net changes in fair value.
Strong Valuation Gains and Portfolio Appreciation
Valuation gains totaled CHF 231 million in 2025 (portfolio appreciation roughly 2.9% including investments), with CHF 118.5 million realized in Q4; yield compression of ~2 basis points contributed to revaluation.
High EBITDA Margin and Upward EBITDA Guidance
EBITDA margin finished slightly above 85% and management guided EBITDA of CHF 310 million for 2026 (increase vs prior year guidance).
Low Vacancy and Leasing Successes in Core Markets
Vacancy rate came in at 3.5% (as guided); notable relettings in Zurich and Geneva city-centre assets with some high-street retail leases achieving rents >25% above in-place rent and prime office leases often at or above market.
Improved Capital Structure and Liquidity
Loan-to-value declined to 33.1%; company holds roughly CHF 1.0 billion of committed unused credit lines and reports attractive funding spreads (~80–90 bps on ~4–5 year maturities).
Dividend Increase and Payout Discipline
Board proposed a dividend increase of CHF 0.05 to CHF 3.95, implying a payout ratio of 80%, maintaining a consistent distribution policy.
Project and Development Progress
Multiple development updates: Hotel des Postes nearing completion with retail leased and six office leases signed; Lowenbrau Red received building permission and an operator has been identified (target opening by end-2028); other projects in Bern, Geneva and Basel progressing.
Recurring Deferred Tax Benefit Visibility
A deferred tax release related to a prior system change supports recurring releases (management forecasts roughly CHF 5–10 million p.a. for ~17 years), contributing positively to future reported results.