Corem CEO has faith in debated Stockholm area

Sweden Sweden — Corem recently presented its third quarterly report for 2024. CEO Rutger Arnhult placed a lot of focus on Kista and the news reporting that presented a demanding rental situation in the district, which has as vacancy rate of around 20 percent according to Newsec.

Schroders: "Sweden is making a comeback with investors"

Nordic — Johan Bråkenhielm, Head of Nordics for Schroders Capital Real Estate, sees increased interest from international investors who have set their sights on Sweden again. Consequently, the rest of the Nordic region follows, where he identifies two really big advantages that Sweden has but which are not shared by Denmark and Finland.

"A Trump victory is not at the top of the real estate companies' wish list"

Nordic — Today, the ballot boxes will be filled with the American votes that will determine the incredibly close election. Will it be Donald Trump or Kamala Harris who will be the next president and what significance will that have for the economy? Anders Elvinsson, Head of Valuation and Strategic Advisory, at Cushman & Wakefield, gives his view on the election.

"We will focus on growth"

Nordic — Logistea continues to optimize its portfolio by divesting two properties in Norway. After the deal, Logistea's vice president and head of transactions, Anders Nordvall, tells Nordic Property News about the growth plans, about the work to create a joint portfolio after the merger with KMC, the portfolio balance between Sweden and Norway and where you want to invest the additional liquidity from the latest deals.

"Global trade war if Trump wins"

Nordic — The finish line is close and tomorrow America go to the polls. At the same time, it is incredibly even between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. The Chief Economist at the Swedish bank SBAB, Robert Boije, shares his view on what each candidate would mean for the global economy.

John Mattson sees more activity in the market

Sweden Sweden — John Mattson delivers an increased management result and had a continued positive value development in the property portfolio during the quarter. The company's adaptation to new conditions has been successful and John Mattson can now once again invest in long-term value creation.

Winners and losers on the stock market in October

Nordic — After a blossoming September the real estate and construction share dropped significantly in October. Nordic Property News Nordic Property News presents the winners and losers on the stock exchange during October.

Oscar Properties in bankruptcy – can't afford to appeal

Sweden Sweden — The fight is over, the growing debts finally became too much, and the Swedish Tax Agency's bankruptcy application was the death blow. Oscar Properties is declared bankrupt. CEO Richard Bagge comments on the outcome of the court on Thursday.

Threat of bankruptcy approaches for Oscar Properties

Sweden Sweden — Oscar Properties CEO Richard Bagge comments on the postponed bankruptcy negotiations that are taking place today.

Balder ready to start growing again in 2025

Nordic — With stabilized yields, Balder is ready to grow in 2025. CEO Erik Selin shares his view of Balder's growth opportunities in the coming years and where he sees potential for favorable development going forward.

Neobo is open to enter the bond market

Sweden Sweden — Currently up on the stock market main list, Neobo had the opportunity on Friday to present how their third quarter has been and what lies ahead. Among other things, with the Nasdaq listing behind them, the CEO is now opening up to expand financing beyond the exclusive relationship they have with solely Nordic banks.

How Logistea benefits from the merger with KMC Properties

Nordic — In June, it was announced that Logistea and KMC Properties are merging to form a Nordic property company in logistics, warehouse and light industry. The merger is now complete and this Friday Logistea presented its first quarterly report after this event.

Castellum wants to become a bigger investor

Sweden Sweden — During Friday, Castellum presented its report for the third quarter of 2024. CEO Joacim Sjöberg talked, among other things, about how the summer's optimism faded a little during the fall and about how the company should move forward when becoming a net investor in 2025.

David Mindus on the appointment of the new Nyfosa CEO: "Good conditions to create shareholder value"

Sweden Sweden — Nyfosa has finalized a new CEO for the company, where Carl-Johan Hugner will succeed Stina Lindh Hök at the turn of the year. With the recruitment completed, Nyfosa's Chairman David Mindus tells Nordic Property News why the choice fell on Carl-Joha Hugner, about the recruitment process and how the company should be under the new leadership.

"Perhaps I will start my own business – but first a few weeks off"

Sweden Sweden — Nyfosa reports an increased management result in the third quarter of 2024, compared to the same period the year before. This is also the last financial report with Stina Lindh Hök as CEO. "I am proud of what I am leaving behind", she tells Nordic Property News.

How Germany's troubles opens opportunities for Bonava

Nordic — Germany is sick - but that is precisely why Bonava is preparing for land purchases in its strategic markets. “We see that type of opportunity, especially in Germany right now”, says CEO Peter Wallin. On Thursday, he and Bonava presented their third quarterly report.

"The recovery for new production will be delayed"

Sweden Sweden — Robert Boije, Chief Economist at the Swedish bank SBAB, sees glimmers of light but also a continued difficult market for new residential condominiums, despite the increase in housing purchases this year.

Niam's plans for the residential segment in Sweden

Sweden Sweden — Niam is strengthening its housing investment with another property in Stockholm. After the acquisition of 203 apartments in Barkarbystaden from Citycon, Henrik Gerdin, fund manager at Niam, elaborates on the company's goals within the residential segment, which markets it looks to invest in and which boxes need to be checked for a residential property to be considered interesting.

"The ink has barely dried and we are getting lots of requests"

Sweden Sweden — With one of the year's largest acquisitions and the entry into CBD Stockholm at the end of the quarter, Wallenstam now presents its interim report. The Gothenburg office market feels stable and Hans Wallenstam sums up his attitude towards office death and home working with the words: - It is a non-issue. People want to go back to the office.

Pension fund increases its Nyfosa holding by 31 percent

Sweden Sweden — Increases its holding by almost 31 percent and climbs two places in the company's owner list.

Fabege CEO: "Convendum must mean someone else – our rents are at market level"

Sweden Sweden — That there is a storm surrounding Fabege's second largest tenant is unwelcome news when what is otherwise in focus for the third quarter is the downward trend in the occupancy rate. CEO Stefan Dahlbo comments on the situation with Convendum, the rumors surrounding Ericsson's possible move, as well as the outlook for both the project and the rental situation.

Panattoni sees the light despite the high vacancy: "We have made it through the worst time"

Sweden Sweden — In three years, Panattoni has made a major investment in Sweden. Just a year ago, their first property was completed outside Enköping and recently the first property in Skåne was done. Fredrik Jagersjö Rosell, Managing Director Sweden at Panattoni, talks about the vacancy situation and the brightening of the rental market.

The profiles outlook on the residential market

Sweden Sweden — A high-profile analysis of the residential market from four players shows that the companies Klarabo, Ikano Bostad, Rikshem and John Mattson are taking different paths in the current situation. This is how they see the future.

Alecta Fastigheter recruits from Citycon: "Opportunities to build a new function"

Sweden Sweden — Alecta Fastigheter continues to strengthen its team building by recruiting Tobias Rönnberg as head of commercial strategy. He tells Nordic Property News about what attracted him to take the step to Alecta Fastigheter, how he views the company's position, about stepping into a newly established role and about bidding farewell to Citycon.

The hottest vacant positions on the Nordic markets

Nordic — Several CEO positions need to be appointed by the Nordic real estate companies – Nordic Property News has taken a closer look at some of the industry's hottest vacant seats.