Strong Rental Segment Performance
Adjusted EBITDA in the Rental segment grew 6.3% to EUR 630 million despite ~4,000 fewer units year-over-year; supported by ~4% organic rent growth, ~98% occupancy and >99% rent collection.
Value‑Add Segment Acceleration
Value‑Add EBITDA increased ~30% year-over-year to EUR 50 million, driven by higher contributions from the craftsman organization and a fast-growing energy business (PV + heat pump initiatives).
Recurring Sales High Margin and Clear Volume Guidance
Q1 Recurring Sales delivered a very high margin of 42% despite lower disposal volume (c.250-unit phasing effect vs prior year); management reiterates full‑year target of 3,000–3,500 unit disposals for 2026 and expects ramp-up through the year.
Group Adjusted EBITDA Growth (Reported and Adjusted)
Total adjusted EBITDA rose 1.4% to EUR 712 million; when adjusting for Q1 phasing effects (large prior-year land-sale), adjusted EBITDA grew nearly 10%, indicating underlying momentum across segments.
Strategic Partnerships and Operational Initiatives
Entered two strategic partnerships for mass production of heat pump cubes and serial modernization; continued ramp-up of serial construction methods (quoted full cost example ~EUR 3,500) to reduce construction costs and accelerate development pipeline.
Debt KPI Improvements
Net debt/EBITDA improved by 0.1 turns to 13.7x and LTV declined 30 basis points to 45.1%; ICR slightly down by 0.1x but described as remaining in a safe range.
Confirmation of Guidance and 2028 Objectives
Management confirmed 2026 guidance and reiterated 2028 growth and deleveraging objectives (target LTV ~43% by 2028 and continued EBITDA growth run‑rate ~EUR 200 million/year).
Valuation Outlook
Management and external appraisers expect net portfolio valuation gains in H1/2026 in the range of ~2%–4% (excluding CapEx-driven valuation increases).