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Christian Ringnes gives his investment advice – encourages companies to shrink

Nordic — Real estate investor Christian Ringnes, chairman of Pandox and Eiendomsspar, gives his view of the Nordic market, how to make good investments and advises on how listed companies should act to become more attractive - all this when Colliers recently presented its Nordic outlook for 2025.

"There is enormous potential for both us and our clients”

Nordic — Daniel Gorosch takes on a newly established role as Head of Corporate Finance Europe at Catella. Following the announcement, he tells Nordic Property News how the role will be shaped, how operations across Europe will be coordinated, and the potential of an expanded pan-European offering.

Colliers: "The Nordic market stands out"

Nordic — Overall, there is a stable foundation in the Nordic real estate market, but there are still areas that can be improved to reduce companies' headaches. This is according to Colliers Nordics' Head of Research, Axel Tärn, when he presents their outlook for the market in 2025.

Bankruptcy claim and fines – the dispute over Mall of Scandinavia continues

Sweden Sweden — The dispute over the construction of the Mall of Scandinavia in Solna, Stockholm, has been going on for almost a decade and the parties Peab and Unibail Rodamco Westfield continue to demand bankruptcy and fines. For Nordic Property News, Unibail Rodamco Westfield's subsidiary, Rodamco Projekt, is responding to the criticism and bankruptcy demand from Peab.

“Larger transactions are being planned as we speak”

Nordic — International capital has started to sniff on Nordic investments again and Bård Bjølgerud, CEO and partner at Colliers Nordics, says that talks are currently underway about several major transactions.

"The intention was to focus on transactions and acquisitions"

Sweden Sweden — After just under two years at the helm, Christina Hambäck is stepping down as CEO of Qarlbo Property, following a strategic shift in the company’s focus. Executive Chairman Mats Hederos explains the change in direction, the mutual decision to part ways with Christina Hambäck, how leadership will function moving forward, and considerations regarding the recruitment of a successor.

Winners and losers on the stock market in May

Nordic — May was a mixed month for Nordic real estate companies on the stock exchange, with a big rocket at the top and a number of companies that had it a bit more rough at the bottom with red numbers. Here is the full list of the listed Nordic companies' performance on the stock exchange during the fifth month of the year.

Roger Akelius on the turbulence at Castellum: "Needs an experienced pilot to elevate the business"

Sweden Sweden — Castellum is currently experiencing internal turbulence following the announcement over the weekend that Chair of the Board Louise Richnau and board member Stefan Ränk are stepping down. Their decision comes after expressing a lack of confidence from the company’s largest shareholder, Akelius. In an interview with Nordic Property News, Akelius’ founder Roger Akelius comments on the resignations, explaining why he believes a leadership change is necessary and how he envisions the future governance of the company.

Where Active Fastighet looks for new investment opportunities

Sweden Sweden — After divesting both Flens Industrihus and Irsta Företagspark this spring, Active Fastighet is now turning its focus to acquisitions rather than further sales. CEO Mikael Wallner tells Nordic Property News about the recent divestments, acquisition plans, and the company’s key priorities for the remainder of the year.

Vacse's growth targets within the community service property segment

Sweden Sweden — CEO Fredrik Linderborg on the challenges in the segment: "We want to increase our density."

CBRE IM recruits from Blackstone's Mileway

Nordic — CBRE IM strengthens its logistics team with recruitment from Blackstone’s Mileway.

Klövern's ambitions for the office conversion niche

Sweden Sweden — Klövern is already working on a gigantic project where they are converting an office into a residential building. Now they have added another project to their portfolio and CEO Rickard Langerfors explains how they want to continue developing in that niche.

The companies' with the lowest ICRs

Nordic — Nordic Property News has comprised a list of the companies with the lowest interest-cover-ratios among the listed Nordic real estate companies.

New company launched to target hot segment: "There is a gap to fill"

Sweden Sweden — A new player is stepping onto the scene to challenge the thriving warehouse and light industrial segment. In partnership with Alma Property Partners, Optuna aims to rapidly build a portfolio in Greater Gothenburg. Founders Adam Wilson and Simon Qvilldal tell Nordic Property News about their ambitions and strategic goals, where they are looking for acquisitions, which price ranges they are targeting, and how they plan to distinguish themselves from existing players.

Here are the industry's highest LTVs

Nordic — Nordic Property News has taken a closer look at which listed companies had the highest loan-to-value ratios at the end of the first quarter of 2025.

"Signs of increased activity and a more balanced pricing environment"

Sweden Sweden — Niam has received strong validation for its value-creation strategy through the sale of the Bernstorp retail area to Svenska Handelsfastigheter. Following the transaction, Rikard Henriksson, Managing Partner at Niam, shares his thoughts on future divestment opportunities, the retail segment outlook, preferred investment locations, and the state of the transaction market.

They increased their rental income the most during Q1

Nordic — Nordic Property News has taken a closer look at how the listed companies' rental income changed during the first quarter compared to the corresponding period last year. Here is the full list.

The development of the various Nordic residential markets

Nordic — Capman has launched the new rental housing concept Leona. Ilkka Tomperi, COO and Partner at Capman, tells Nordic Property News about the launch of Leona, Capman’s plans for the residential segment and shares his view of the housing markets in the different Nordic countries.

Sehlhall's prospects as Nrep invests and becomes new part-owner

Sweden Sweden — Sweden faces an urgent need for more and better elderly care. With Nrep now joining as a co-owner, Sehlhall is preparing to take the lead in addressing this challenge. Dan T. Sehlberg, CEO and founder, tells Nordic Property News about the opportunities created by Nrep’s entry, the synergy between the companies, the goals for expansion, and why they are choosing not to acquire existing buildings – along with the company’s plans for a potential IPO.

The companies with the best occupancy rates

Nordic — The decline in occupancy rates during the recession has been particularly noticeable for property owners in the office segment, which has been sliding downwards for a number of quarters. Nordic Property News has taken a closer look at how well the companies are preforming with their occupancy rate.

Slow sales in Karlatornet – more could be turned into rental apartments

Sweden Sweden — Of the 611 apartments in Karlatornet, the tallest residential building in the Nordic region located in Gothenburg, Balder acquired approximately 140 from Doxa at the turn of the year. Only a few condominiums have since been sold and a large portion has now instead become rental apartments. Nordic Property News has now looked at how the sales are going and what the future holds for the tower.

"Denmark offers the right conditions for sustainable, long-term growth and diversification"

Denmark Denmark — After having had Copenhagen on its radar for a long time, Greystar made its entry via a sizeable student housing transaction with Nrep. Greystar tells Nordic Property News about the inaugural investment, what makes Denmark and the Nordics attractive markets and the ambitions going forward.

These are Pembroke's next Nordic ventures

Nordic — The next project is just around the corner. In Stockholm CBD and at Sveavägen 14, Pembroke is taking action to make its mark on the property that is popularly known as Bankpalatset (Bank Palace). Stefan Andersson, Project Manager at Pembroke, shares their vision, where they might invest and which new segment they would like to add to the portfolio.

"We believe in a more active and liquid real estate market in the coming years"

Sweden Sweden — Colliers strengthens its transaction team with two established recruits, Mikael Stellinger and Dan Brink. Following the recruitments, André Lundberg, Partner and Head of Capital Markets in Sweden at Colliers, tells Nordic Property News about the strengthening of the Malmö office and how he sees the transaction market in the region developing in the future.

Why the US giant has slowed down the investment pace

Sweden Sweden — Panattoni Sweden's CEO Fredrik Jagersjö Rosell: "Growing by 200,000 square meters per year has not been realistic."