Strategic Acquisition of Avion Shopping (Sweden)
Announced acquisition for ~EUR 110 million of Avion Shopping (Umea): ~45,000 sqm GLA, ~80 shops/restaurants, 7 new large-format retail boxes, direct internal link to IKEA. Expected close 31 March 2026. Transaction increases Sweden exposure to 23% of portfolio and is described as accretive with an expected unlevered net initial yield of ~8% and ~1.5% estimated contribution to group value/NTA.
Strong Like‑for‑Like Rental and Sales Growth
Like‑for‑like rental growth of 3.4% in 2025 and retail sales growth of 3.4% year‑on‑year. January 2026 retail sales continued to accelerate (+6.5% for the portfolio, Italy +9.5%).
Healthy Leasing Metrics and Rental Uplifts
297 lease renewals/relettings produced average rental uplift of 4.8% (representing 40% of minimum guaranteed rent). 101 new relettings achieved uplift of 8.8%. Italy: 92 deals (overall uplift 7.9%), 48 new lettings +13.1% (I Gigli highest +16.4%). Belgium (Woluwe) renewals/relettings uplift 5.8%.
Very Low Vacancy and High Collection Rate
Portfolio vacancy reduced to 1% (lowest since Dec 2020) and collection rate at 99%, indicating strong tenant cash collection and portfolio quality.
Improved Footfall and Tenant Performance
Footfall increased +6.2% in flagship centers and +2.8% across the portfolio despite remerchandising; Woluwe footfall +10%. Remerchandising projects delivered double‑digit turnover growth and near‑100% occupancy where completed.
Strong Financial Position and Capital Allocation
Net debt stable at ~EUR 1.6 billion; net LTV improved to 39.8% (down 1.5 ppt). EPRA NTA increased to EUR 42.81 (from EUR 41.79). Direct investment result increased to EUR 131.8 million (from EUR 127.9m). Dividend increased to EUR 1.83 per share. Nearly EUR 1 billion of long‑term refinancing completed, extending average loan maturity to almost 5 years and hedging level at ~87%.
ESG and Sustainability Achievements
Scope 1 & 2 emissions down 40%; Scope 1/2/3 down 23%. Renewable energy in landlord‑controlled areas 93%; waste to landfill down 7%. Nearly all gas installations removed; 83% of assets EPC A, B or C. Green financing ~EUR 1 billion.
High Demand from Strong Retail Brands
Continued attraction of powerful international brands: Inditex represented by 35 stores in portfolio; Primark expansion (3 more planned); health & beauty, fashion and F&B were strong leasing sectors.