Nordic — Energy efficiency has become a critical driver of value in Germany's commercial property market, according to new research from energy performance specialist Re:sustain. The study found that every fund manager surveyed already holds so-called "stranded assets" within their portfolios, with some properties suffering value declines of up to 40 per cent. The findings suggest investors are increasingly shifting their focus away from large-scale refurbishment projects and towards digital technologies in a bid to protect asset values and meet tightening sustainability requirements.

Sweden — Doxa has completed its first acquisition under its new strategy. CFO Navid Rostam tells Nordic Property News about the company’s work under its new direction, its objectives, and its growth plans for the coming years.

Sweden — Nordic Property News has taken an updated look at the net asset values (NAVs) of listed real estate companies following the first quarter in order to identify which companies are trading at a discount and which are trading at a premium on the stock market.

Sweden — Vendus, whose principal owners are Nordika and MEL & ME, has significantly strengthened its market position through the acquisition of Trecore from ICA Fastigheter and Bonnier Fastigheter. Following the transaction, which values the underlying assets at SEK 2.7 billion, Vendus CEO Mattias Bülow tells Nordic Property News about the milestone achievement, the new shareholders, the company's growth plans, and its outlook on the grocery-anchored real estate market.

Nordic — The Swedish capital ranks among Europe’s most affordable capitals for families in 2026, according to a new report by research platform Tradingpedia. Despite high living costs and a strained housing market in Stockholm, relatively strong wages allow Swedish households to fare better than many of their counterparts in other major European cities. Lisbon, Tirana and Athens rank among the least affordable capitals.

Sweden — Borås-based Fedelta is entering the construction credit facility market and aims to take on a larger role in real estate financing. According to Andreas Larsson, Head of Real Estate at Fedelta, demand for alternative financing solutions is increasing as banks’ lending models become more standardized. “Many projects that are sound and profitable are being filtered out by the system—not because the risks are too high, but because they do not fit the template,” says Andreas Larsson.

Sweden — Ellen Lindvall is leaving Convendum to become the new Head of Sales for Gothenburg at United Spaces. She tells Nordic Property News what attracted her to United Spaces, how she views the company’s portfolio in Gothenburg, and her outlook on the future development of the coworking market in the city.

Sweden — After several years of interest rate concerns and sharp value adjustments, the property market is entering a new phase. Investors have become more selective, sustainability requirements are being tightened and attractive urban development projects are being rewarded. This is according to Bob Gustafsson, partner and property advisor at Avanti Partners, who highlights Stockholm's Port District as an example of how future city districts are being shaped. – Investors want places with a story, infrastructure and a long lifespan, says Gustafsson.

Nordic — Nordic Property News takes a look at the listed companies with the most valuable property portfolios.

Sweden — One of Sweden's largest property companies, Akademiska Hus, has adjusted its course with an increased focus on the company’s core offering. CEO Caroline Arehult tells Nordic Property News about the initial phase of implementing the new strategy and the key priorities involved in reshaping the company in line with its new direction.

Sweden — The Michelin Guide has announced this year’s stars. Sweden remains home to 23 Michelin-starred restaurants. Nordic Property News has taken a closer look at the property owners hosting these culinary gems, with one landlord having doubled the number of Michelin-starred restaurants in its portfolio.

Sweden — Stockholm is facing extensive urban development projects in the coming years. For Urban Planning Councilor Jan Valeskog (S), the challenge is about more than just constructing new buildings. Sustainability, social inclusion, sports, green environments and affordable housing must go hand in hand as the next generation of city districts takes shape.

Nordic — How are the listed companies doing in terms of management results after the first quarter report? Nordic Property News has the full list!

Nordic — Nordic Property News has taken a closer look at how the listed companies' occupancy rate compares to each other after Q1.

Nordic — Fokus Nordic gets a new CEO as Charles Dupont succeeds Tonny Nielsen. Charles Dupont tells Nordic Property News about his new position and the most important tasks in it, his view on the company he’s joining, and shares his view on the state of the Nordic markets.

Sweden — Municipalities that want to say yes to large company establishments should receive better support to build housing and develop communities. This is what the Acceleration Office proposes in a new interim report to the government. Among the proposals are a state rent loss guarantee for newly built rental apartments, interest subsidies for single-family homes and financial incentives that will reduce the municipalities' risk when new residents move in.

Sweden — Areim has completed its largest transaction to date within the warehouse and light industrial sector through the acquisition of 33 properties from Urban Partners and Invela. Louise Bruneheim, Head of Asset Management Light Industrial Sweden, and Kristoffer Ultenius, Investment Director, tell Nordic Property News about the acquisition, the portfolio, the company’s growth plans, the locations they consider attractive for future investments, and their outlook on the sector’s development.

Sweden — As the land allocation process for the highly attractive Circus Site project in central Gothenburg is set to be restarted, Ola Serneke has sharply criticised the decision and says he looks forward to seeing the politicians reprimanded by the Administrative Court, which he expects will ultimately rule in accordance with the recommendation prepared by the city's Development Administration.

Sweden — Invela has reached the end of its journey with a major portfolio sale to Areim. CEO Maria Mastej tells Nordic Property News about the company’s development, the final transaction, and what lies ahead.

Sweden — The role of the property owner today is about much more than developing buildings. This is according to Bonnier Fastigheter's CEO Tomas Hermansson, who points to city life, culture and long-term value creation as decisive factors when new city districts emerge. During Hamnkvarteren Talks in Stockholm, he highlights the importance of developing offices, public spaces and content as a cohesive whole.

Sweden — Investors today are demanding sustainable city districts with strong public transport, vibrant environments and long-term stable cash flows. This is according to Ola Kolmert, business developer at Niam. Nordic Property News has spoken to him ahead of Hamnkvarteren Talks in Stockholm – where Stockholm's future as a port city is in focus.

Nordic — The Swedish and Nordic hotel markets are performing exceptionally well, with sustained growth and record-breaking levels. Björn Gullaksen, Associate, Hotels at CBRE, tells Nordic Property News about the factors driving this performance, future developments, investor interest, destinations with strong growth potential, and key trends to monitor going forward.

Nordic — Nordic Property News has taken a closer look at the interest coverage ratio of real estate companies to find out how interest-sensitive they are. Here is the full list.

Finland — Confidence in the Finnish housing market has plummeted. More and more people feel stuck in their current homes and see a change of residence as unrealistic. Long sales times, difficulties in obtaining loans and growing economic anxiety mean that many are now refraining from moving - at the same time as an unexpected segment is going against the tide. Nordic Property News talks to Jukka Rantanen, CEO of SB Hem.

Sweden — Wallenstam has signed a major lease agreement with Mullvad VPN, fully occupying the remaining space in Valvet. Marina Fritsche, Deputy CEO and Regional Manager Gothenburg at Wallenstam, tells Nordic Property News about the work involved in transforming the premises under the new concept, the current status of Gothenburg’s rental market, and how the company expects the market to develop going forward.