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Net Rental Income: Increased by 3% year-over-year.
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Adjusted EBITDA: Increased by 4% year-over-year.
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FFO I: EUR94 million, stable compared to last year.
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Loan-to-Value (LTV): Stable at 37% as of June 2024.
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Net Debt to EBITDA: Improved to 9.4 times from 10 times in December.
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Interest Coverage Ratio (ICR): Improved to 6 times from 5.6 times.
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Vacancy Rate: Stable at 3.9% as of June 2024.
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In-Place Rent: Increased to EUR8.9 per square meter from EUR8.6 at end 2023.
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Like-for-Like Rental Growth: 3.4% as of June 2024.
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Disposals: EUR220 million signed in H1 2024, with EUR120 million closed.
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Property Operating Costs: 12% lower compared to H1 2023.
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Loss for H1 2024: EUR74 million, compared to a loss of around EUR400 million in H1 2023.
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Liquidity Position: EUR1.1 billion in cash and liquid assets as of June 2024.
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Cost of Debt: 1.9%, with a pro forma increase to 2.2%.
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Average Debt Maturity: 5.1 years, extended to 5.3 years pro forma.
Release Date: August 14, 2024
For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript.
Positive Points
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Grand City Properties SA (GRNNF) reported a 3% increase in net rental income and a 4% increase in adjusted EBITDA year-over-year, demonstrating strong operational performance.
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The company successfully returned to the capital markets with a perpetual exchange and a bond issuance, which were both well-received by investors, indicating strong market confidence.
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Liquidity remains robust with EUR1.4 billion in cash and liquid assets, fully covering debt maturities through 2027, showcasing a strong financial position.
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The company has maintained a low loan-to-value (LTV) ratio of 37%, stable from the previous year, reflecting conservative financial management.
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Grand City Properties SA (GRNNF) has enhanced its corporate governance by adding two new independent directors, increasing the board's independence and diversity.
Negative Points
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The company recorded a 2% like-for-like devaluation in property values, indicating some negative momentum in asset valuations.
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Despite strong operational growth, the FFO I remained stable due to the negative impact of perpetual note resets and higher finance expenses.
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The cost of debt has increased to 2.2% from 1.9% due to the issuance of a higher coupon bond, which could impact future financial flexibility.
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There is a significant reliance on vendor loans in recent disposals, which may indicate challenges in the transaction market.
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The company has suspended dividends, and while there is optimism for future distributions, it remains contingent on market conditions.