Strong Operational Performance
Landsec reported high like-for-like income growth across both London and retail, which combined make up 83% of the business, with overall like-for-like income growth over the year up 5% and uplifts on relettings and renewals in retail and London rising to 8%.
EPS Growth and Positive Outlook
The company expects around 20% growth in EPS over the next five years despite a 10% EPS headwind from rising interest costs and finance lease expiry. The near-term EPS growth outlook is firmly positive due to strong portfolio positioning and efficiency savings.
High Occupancy Rates
Landsec reported a 100 basis point increase in occupancy to 97.2%, with high occupancy in London up to 98% and retail up to 97%.
Significant Investments and Asset Sales
Landsec invested over GBP600 million in Liverpool ONE and Bluewater at highly accretive yields and sold around GBP655 million of assets, primarily in subscale sectors.
Steady Recovery in the London Office Market
The positive outlook for rents in the best assets has started to attract new investor demand in London, with occupier demand for the best space continuing to grow.
Retail Portfolio Outperformance
Landsec's retail portfolio saw like-for-like income up 5.1% and occupancy up 110 basis points, with rental uplifts trending higher and occupancy ahead of pre-COVID levels.