Castellum: Interim report, January-September 2022

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Castellum reported a positive performance in its interim report for January-September 2022, revealing an income of SEK 6,732 M, a significant increase from SEK 4,437 M in the previous year. Property management income rose by 39% to SEK 3,479 M. However, net income decreased to SEK 6,534 M from SEK 7,064 M, resulting in earnings per share of SEK 19.70. Despite unchanged property values, the company noted strong net lettings for the eleventh consecutive quarter and a healthy occupancy rate of 93.4%.

Positive

• Income grew to SEK 6,732 M from SEK 4,437 M year-over-year.
• 39% increase in income from property management, totaling SEK 3,479 M.
• Long-term net reinstatement value (EPRA NRV) increased by 13% to SEK 259 per share.
• Net lettings reached SEK 153 M, marking the eleventh consecutive quarter of growth.
• Occupancy rate stands at 93.4%, indicating strong rental market stability.

Negative

• Net income declined to SEK 6,534 M from SEK 7,064 M.
• Earnings per share decreased from SEK 25.79 to SEK 19.70.

GOTHENBURG, Sweden, Oct. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --

Positive net leasing and good growth in income from property management

• Income: SEK 6,732 M (4,437).
• Increase in income from property management of 39 per cent to SEK 3,479 M (2,503), corresponding to SEK 10.49 per share (9.14).
• Values on properties are unchanged during the quarter.
• Net income for the period: SEK 6,534 M (7,064), corresponding to SEK 19.70 (25.79) per share.
• Long-term net reinstatement value (EPRA NRV): SEK 259 per share (230), an increase of 13 per cent.
• After new construction, extensions and reconstructions totalling SEK 3,687 M (2,488) in existing portfolios, acquisitions of SEK 312 M (8,846) and sales of SEK -2,564 M (-14,708), net investments for the period totalled SEK 1,435 M (-3,374).
• Net lettings for the period: SEK 153 M (93). The occupancy rate amounts to 93.4 per cent.

"The rental market is stable, and net lettings increased for the eleventh consecutive quarter. At the same time, we are experiencing a high level of activity in terms of costs, where energy-saving measures are a particular priority. Financing matters continue to be in sharp focus, since the bond market remains weak. If necessary, Castellum can replace bonds with existing credit facilities. Over both the short and the long term, Castellum has a secure financing situation despite a turbulent financial market," says Rutger Arnhult, CEO of Castellum AB.

Attachment: Interim report, January–September 2022

This disclosure contains information that Castellum is obliged to make public pursuant to the EU Market Abuse Regulation. The information was submitted for publication through the agency of the contact persons set out below on 20 October 2022 at 8:00 am CEST.

For further information, please contact:

Rutger Arnhult, CEO Castellum AB, +46 704-58 24 70

Maria Strandberg, CFO Castellum AB, +46 703-98 23 80

About Castellum

Castellum is one of the largest listed property companies in the Nordic region that develops flexible workplaces and smart logistics solutions. As of 30 September 2022, the property value totalled approximately SEK 186 billion, including the ownership share of the Norwegian company Entra ASA. We are active in attractive Nordic growth regions. One of our sustainability goals is to become entirely climate neutral by 2030 at the latest. Castellum is the only Nordic property and construction company elected to the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI). The Castellum share is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm Large Cap.

Beyond expectations.

www.castellum.se

The following files are available for download:

https://mb.cision.com/Main/8364/3645106/1641040.pdf	Castellum Interim Report January-September 2022
https://mb.cision.com/Public/8364/3645106/a491440910472324.pdf	Press release interim report Jan-Sept 2022

 

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SOURCE Castellum

FAQ

What were Castellum's income figures for January-September 2022?

Castellum reported an income of SEK 6,732 M for January-September 2022.

How did Castellum's property management income perform in Q3 2022?

Property management income increased by 39% to SEK 3,479 M compared to the previous year.

What is Castellum's net income for the period ending September 2022?

Castellum's net income for the period was SEK 6,534 M.

What is the current occupancy rate of Castellum?

Castellum's occupancy rate is 93.4%.

How did Castellum's earnings per share change in 2022?

Earnings per share decreased from SEK 25.79 to SEK 19.70.