Oustad counters market concerns: "At Fabege, the train keeps rolling on"

Sweden Sweden — Despite an uncertain market and rising yield requirements, Fabege delivers a strong first quarter with increased net leasing, higher property management results and continued aggressive project development. In this interview, CEO Bent Oustad points to strong demand for modern workplaces – and continues to see great opportunities in the company's urban development areas.

Wihlborgs continues to grow – record rent for the fourth quarter in a row

Nordic — Despite a more cautious market and longer decision-making processes, Wihlborgs continues to deliver strong growth. Rental income increased by 10 percent in the first quarter and property management profit rose by 12 percent. In this interview, CEO Ulrika Hallengren highlights the long-term attractiveness of the Öresund region and the company's strong local presence as crucial success factors.

“Demand for rental housing increases during times of uncertainty”

Sweden Sweden — Hemvist has completed another sizeable transaction and continues to expand its property portfolio. CEO Viktor Mandel tells Nordic Property News about the acquisition, the company’s growth ambitions going forward, and its outlook on the future development of the housing market.

Norwegian SaaS company enters Sweden – hires from Balder company

Norway Norway — Strives for European expansion – here are Kvass' plans after the Swedish entrance and key recruitment.

Skogestig: "Our priorities are clear" - but uncertain market dampens Vasakronan's growth

Sweden Sweden — Despite increased rental income and positive net lettings, Vasakronan is characterised by a cautious office market. The company's CEO, Johanna Skogestig, points to an uncertain environment and cautious tenants that are slowing down development: “Our offering is relevant, but the economy and the labour market need to pick up more speed,” she says.

Hans Wallenstam: "It is important to act in uncertain times"

Sweden Sweden — Wallenstam delivers stable figures for the first quarter of the year and maintains the pace of investment. CEO Hans Wallenstam highlights the company's resilience and at the same time, he describes a new normal - where the company has learned to navigate uncertainty. “We are adapted to act even in troubled times and have a financial stability that means we don't need to deprioritize anything,” says the CEO.

“Driving the area toward becoming one of the most attractive in Gothenburg”

Sweden Sweden — Vasakronan continues to advance its new project Kaj 16 in Gothenburg. Kristina Pettersson Post, Head of Gothenburg at Vasakronan, discusses the development of Kaj 16, the level of interest in the project, as well as the evolution and future positioning of the area within Gothenburg.

Selegio’s growth plan after the inaugural acquisitions

Sweden Sweden — Selegio has made a strong start with acquisitions totaling SEK 600 million. CEO Carl Strufve tells Nordic Property News about the company’s launch, its objectives, where it expects its property value to stand by 2026, and developments within the discount retail and grocery segments.

America investors increase holdings in Nyfosa

Sweden Sweden — Three American companies are climbing the ownership ranks in Nyfosa.

Winners and losers on the stock market in April

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

The segments Blackstone consider attractive in the Nordics

Nordic — The Nordics remain a core market for Blackstone with several segments piquing the giant’s interest. Michael Swank, Senior Managing Director, tells Nordic Property News about Blackstone’s interest in the Nordic markets, what sectors they consider attractive and about the market development going forward.

Obos to allocate more capital into the Swedish market: "It's bubbling with positivity in the big cities"

Nordic — Housing developer Obos has a brighter outlook on the Swedish housing market than the Norwegian one and is now steering investments accordingly. Lower interest rates and increased customer confidence are cited as important driving forces behind the development. Nordic Property News has spoken to Ingunn Andersen Randa, Group Director for metropolitan housing development at Obos.

Stenvalvet's CFO leaves the company

Sweden Sweden — After four years as CFO of Stenvalvet, Maria Sidén is leaving the company. With strengthened financial stability and the work to prepare the company for a potential stock market listing now completed, she is looking ahead to her next challenge within the real estate and construction sectors.

“Our assessment is that property values have bottomed out”

Nordic — Hemsö begins 2026 with a stable profit trend and continued high business activity. During the first quarter of the year, both rental income and property management income increased, while the company strengthened its financing through several major capital market transactions. We got hold of CEO Nils Styf, who answers a few questions based on the quarterly report.

Bonava sees strong Swedish growth – sticks to full-year forecast

Nordic — Residential developer Bonava expects clear growth in Sweden in 2026 and reiterates its financial targets, despite a seasonally uncertain first quarter. At the same time, the Baltics continue to deliver strong figures, while Finland is still characterized by a wait-and-see market. ”Bonava continues its controlled growth journey. We are preparing ourselves, have a good sales situation, have control over costs and have the right team in place, says Peter Wallin,” President and CEO of Bonava.

100 homes halted for Bonava – but the company doesn’t consider the matter closed

Sweden Sweden — Plans for a new residential development near Hällsboskogen in Sigtuna have been halted by the Land and Environment Court. According to the ruling, the construction could affect air traffic operations at Arlanda Airport – a decision the municipality may now choose to appeal. Bonava has been contracted as the residential developer.

EQT Real Estate and ByggVesta open to new partnership following Stockholm success story

Sweden Sweden — ByggVesta and EQT Real Estate are welcoming the first tenants to their joint project near Campus Flemingsberg, in the southern parts of Stockholm. Jonas Jonsson, CEO of ByggVesta, and Erik Körner, Senior Director Nordics at EQT Real Estate, spoke to Nordic Property News about the project’s strengths, Flemingsberg’s future potential, the cooperation between the companies, and the possibility of new joint ventures.

Castellum sees active market with many potential buyers

Sweden Sweden — Castellum continues to work on the strategy of streamlining the portfolio – disposing of assets that cannot not meet the target of ten percent return on equity. CEO Pål Ahlsén and acting CFO Christoffer Strömbäck shared their view on the divestment strategy and the market for them.

Panattoni Sweden enters new phase – how they will move on without the CEO

Sweden Sweden — Fredrik Jagersjö Rosell, CEO of Panattoni Sweden, has decided to step down from his position as the company enters a new phase of development. Andreas Gibrand, Business Manager at Panattoni Sweden, explains how the company will move forward following Jagersjö Rosell’s departure and what this next phase will look like.

Brinova sharply increases earnings: “We expect to see more deals”

Sweden Sweden — Brinova reports a strong first quarter with significantly increased rental income and a result that has more than quintupled. This report will be Per Johansson’s last as CEO, as he will retire this summer. At the same time, the company continues its expansion strategy.

Higab appoints new CEO

Sweden Sweden — Fredrik Setterberg has been appointed new CEO of the municipal company Higab in Gothenburg. In an interview with Nordic Property News, he discusses stepping into the role, his view on the position, and the challenges facing the company.

Political disagreement threatens to collapse Gothenburg's new arena area

Sweden Sweden — The financing issue surrounding Gothenburg's new arena and central swimming pool has now become a deep chasm between the blocs. The red-green government in Gothenburg wants to borrow for the construction, while the opposition, consisting of the Moderates, the Liberals, and the Democrats, wants to sell off the municipality's land and properties in order to finance the construction. – Without a joint financing solution, there is no project, M, L, and D write in a statement on the matter. – We are not interested in any specialized financing solutions, says Daniel Bernmar (V).

“Strong opportunities to contribute to a more sustainable societal cevelopment”

Sweden Sweden — Following changes within the executive management team, Catena’s sustainability efforts now fall under the responsibility of Johan Jaxell. In an interview with Nordic Property News, Jaxell discusses his expanded role, the current status of Catena’s sustainability work, its future development, and the potential for growth in this area.

Major initiative closes in Corem's premises

Sweden Sweden — Åby Padel in Mölndal, south of Gothenburg, is closing, Nordic Property News reports. When the facility opened in 2020, the ambition was to create the world’s largest indoor padel center. In recent times, however, only five courts have remained in operation, and these are now also set to close.

Folksam looks to further expand portfolio following massive resi acquisition

Sweden Sweden — The Folksam Group, through KPA Pension, has completed one of the largest real estate transactions of the year to date, acquiring 2,500 residential units from SEB. Jonas Bjuggren, Head of Real Estate at Folksam, discusses the transaction, the housing portfolio, and the company’s continued growth ambitions within the segment.