Nordic — Art-Invest is strengthening its Nordic portfolio with new acquisitions in Sweden. Following its latest residential investment in Stockholm, Johan Öhlund Lagerdahl, Head of Stockholm at Art-Invest Real Estate, tells Nordic Property News about the company's investment strategy, the asset classes it is targeting, and the cities it considers most attractive.

Sweden — Hemsö has strengthened its German portfolio with three acquisitions during June and July. Jens Nagel, Head of Germany at Hemsö, tells Nordic Property News about current market conditions, the company's growth ambitions, and the regions where it is seeking new investment opportunities.

Sweden — Klövern is taking another step in its Gothenburg expansion by acquiring land for residential development in the western suburb Fiskebäck. Following the transaction, Klövern CEO Mathias Wallestam tells Nordic Property News about the company's ambitions for the Gothenburg market.

Sweden — Hans Wallenstam has no plans to slow down, despite transferring 35 million shares to his daughter, Rebecka Wallenstam, earlier this year. “When the children are ready, they will take over, but there is no timetable,” he says.

Sweden — Eastnine grows its Warsaw portfolio through the acquisition of the office property The Bridge, valued at EUR 300 million. CEO Kestutis Sasnauskas expands on the acquisition, the potential of the Warsaw market and Eastnine’s future plans.

Nordic — The first half of 2026 was overwhelmingly challenging for the share prices of listed real estate and construction companies. Eight companies saw their share prices decline by more than 20 percent. At the other end of the spectrum, Castellum stood out as the clear winner, with its share price soaring during the first half of the year.

Sweden — Despite a still-cautious office market, Atrium Ljungberg’s CEO, Annica Ånäs, sees an increasing number of signs that the market is beginning to recover. Following the company’s record-breaking lease agreement with Ericsson, she points to rising employment, a growing number of large office requirements, and a clear “flight to quality.” “I remain optimistic,” she says.

Sweden — Niam's Martin Bjöörn on the benefits of owning shopping malls.

Sweden — Three years of independent research show that social sustainability not only strengthens public safety and local development – it also creates measurable economic value. That is the conclusion of Fastighets AB Hemmaplan, which, together with RISE – Research Institutes of Sweden, has now presented the results of its work in Gottsunda Centre. At the same time, the company hopes the reports will pave the way for further acquisitions of neighbourhood shopping centres across Sweden.

Sweden — An economic downturn, geopolitical uncertainty, and a far-reaching societal transition are creating new conditions for the real estate sector. Industry representatives are calling for greater predictability, shorter regulatory processes, and a stronger focus on growth to enhance Sweden’s competitiveness. During a discussion at Almedalen Week, Mikael Åslund, CEO of JM, Henrik Johansson, CEO of Grant Thornton, Alexandra Stråberg, Chief Economist at Länsförsäkringar, and Gustav Källén, CEO of Svefa, discussed the direction the industry needs to take.

Nordic — Swedish residential developer Bonava is seeing clear signs of a recovery in the country's housing market after a sluggish start to the year, driven by renewed investor appetite, stronger demand in prime locations and improved access to project financing. However, Michael Björklund, Head of Bonava Sweden, warns that a shortage of development-ready land, elevated construction costs and lengthy planning processes continue to pose significant challenges to a broader market recovery.

Sweden — After a decade of investing in the industrial and logistics sector, Swedish property company Platzer is preparing its next major expansion. Under its new Arendal 5.0 development programme, the company plans to invest around SEK 2 billion in creating 200,000 sq m of new industrial and logistics space adjacent to the Port of Gothenburg. According to Chief Executive Johanna Hult Rentsch, the project marks the natural next phase of the company's long-term strategy as both the port and the wider business community continue to expand. "The Port of Gothenburg is growing, Stena Line is establishing operations in the area, and our long-term development strategy is to grow alongside the needs of industry and the logistics sector," says CEO Johanna Hult Rentsch.

Nordic — After nearly two decades at Niam, Jennifer Andersson is leaving to become a Partner at Urban Partners. Speaking to Nordic Property News, she explains her decision to change employers, why she sees growing international interest in the Nordic region, and which investments she believes will generate the greatest value in the years ahead. "I was attracted by the company's clear growth trajectory and the opportunity to offer investors a significantly broader platform," she says.

Nordic — Jenny Bay, Head of Transactions and Investment Operations, Nordics: "Still an attractive investment environment."

Sweden — Alecta Fastigheter concluded the first half of 2026 with a major transaction, acquiring two office properties in Stockholm from Castellum for approximately SEK 5 billion. Lena Boberg, CEO of Alecta Fastigheter, tells Nordic Property News about the acquisition, the company's first step into the Hagastaden district, the status of its current portfolio, its future growth ambitions, and its outlook on the transaction market.

Nordic — Nordic Property News presents how the Nordic companies performed on the stock exchange in June.

Sweden — Bent Oustad describes Fabege as “a fantastic company,” but after six months as CEO, he is clear that certain changes need to be made. “We don't just love offices,” says Oustad.

Sweden — Storsala has completed the largest acquisition in its history by purchasing a property portfolio in Stockholm from Altra for SEK 1.2 billion. Sofia Folstad, Head of Transactions at Storsala, tells Nordic Property News about the acquisition, the company's plans for the portfolio, its long-term growth strategy, and the current state of the transaction market.

Nordic — Following two major transactions in June, Prisma Properties can look back on a strong first half of the year in Finland. Tom Hagen, Deputy CEO and Head of Transactions, tells Nordic Property News about what makes Finland an attractive market, the company's ambition to build a SEK 16 billion portfolio, and its growth strategy across the Nordic region.

Sweden — Technopolis is launching its new Five Star concept in Kista and has already secured its first tenant. Yusrizal Ibrahim, Key Account Manager at Technopolis Kista, tells Nordic Property News about the new initiative, demand for the concept, the possibility of expanding it, and the future of Kista as an office district.

Sweden — Wihlborgs is set for significant expansion. On Thursday, the company announced that it is acquiring Castellum's property portfolio in the Skåne region for SEK 13.3 billion. CEO Ulrika Hallengren tells Nordic Property News about the transaction and the acquired portfolio, how the acquisition will strengthen Wihlborgs' position, and the prospects for further acquisitions.

Sweden — Castellum continues its journey towards improved profitability with a landmark divestment, selling its Skåne portfolio to Wihlborgs for SEK 13.3 billion. The company's largest shareholder, Roger Akelius, shares his perspective on the transaction.

Sweden — Platzer has secured a major office lease in central Gothenburg, signing an agreement for 8,000 square metres in Tennet, located in the Gullbergsvass/Central Station district. Marcus Sandahl, Head of Sales and Leasing at Platzer, tells Nordic Property News about the area's future position in Gothenburg’s office market, the current state of the leasing market, and his outlook for the years ahead.

Sweden — Thomas Holm: "It is all about working hard on signing leases."

Sweden — Having served as CEO of Vasakronan for nearly seven years during an undeniably eventful period, Johanna Skogestig is looking ahead despite an uncertain investment climate. Nevertheless, with a property portfolio valued at more than SEK 180 billion, she continues to see significant growth potential. “We want to further enhance our portfolio,” she says in an interview with Nordic Property News.