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Catena — Interim / Quarterly Report 2015
Jul 13, 2015
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Interim / Quarterly Report
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Interim report January-June 2015
- Rental income rose by 8 percent to SEK 227.6 million (211.6).
- • The operating surplus rose by 8 percent to SEK 173.0 million (160.4).
- Profit from property management rose by 11 percent to SEK 113.6 million (102.1).
- • Profit for the period rose to SEK 373.9 million (46.8), equivalent to earnings per share of SEK 14.6 (1.9), which includes SEK 37.5 million (-64.0) in changes in the value of derivatives and SEK 207.4 million (21.9) in changes in property values.
Significant events in the second quarter
- • Divestment of the project properties in Solna at a property value of SEK 1,450 million.
- • Acquisition of the Förmannen 4 property in Ängelholm at a property value of SEK 120 million.
- • Acquisition of the Misteln 1 property in Åhus at a property value of SEK 20 million.
- • An agreement was signed to acquire the Rebbelberga 26:37 property in Ängelholm at a property value of SEK 115 million and 60 percent of a development property in Ängelholm at a property value of SEK 18 million.
- • An agreement was signed to acquire the Tahe 1:64 property in Jönköping at a property value of SEK 60 million.
Note: The information in this interim report is such that Catena AB (publ) is required to publish pursuant to the Swedish Securities Markets Act. The information was submitted for publication on 13 July at 7:00 a.m. Catena does not publish financial information in English. This is a direct translation of the report in Swedish, and should be seen as a service to readers.
Catena strengthens its position in the Öresund Region
During the second quarter, Catena signed an agreement to acquire, through a corporate transaction, the Förmannen 4 property in Ängelholm at a property value of SEK 120 million. Located on the property, which is strategically located in a trade and logistics area closely adjacent to the E6/E20 motorway, there is a 22,000 square metre logistics warehouse. The property, which is shown in the picture, is in very good condition and has two tenants, with the larger lease being valid until 2023. Rental income amounts to about SEK 12 million per year.
During the period, Catena signed a contract in the same area for the acquisition of the 15,000 square metre logistics property Rebbelberga 26:37. Rental income amounts to about SEK 9 million per year.
The long leases entail stable and solid reliable cash flow for us from the outset.
Additionally, in the second quarter, Catena acquired 60 percent of a company that owns the development property part of the Norra Varalöv 31:2 property in Angelholm. The property comprises 112,000 square metres of land where the detailed development plan allows for logistics buildings of about 56,000 square metres. This affords Catena substantial opportunities to build new logistics premises close to the E6.
All of the properties are well suited to Catena's portfolio and strengthen our position in the Öresund region.
Förmannen 4, Ängelholm
| The Group in figures | 2015 Apr-Jun |
2014 Apr-Jun |
2015 Jan-Jun |
2014 Jan-Jun |
2014 Jan-Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rental income, SEK M | 113.0 | 111.5 | 227.6 | 211.6 | 431.3 |
| Net operating surplus, SEK M | 87.2 | 89.4 | 173.0 | 160.4 | 325.7 |
| Profit from property management, SEK M | 57.7 | 59.4 | 113.6 | 102.1 | 204.9 |
| Profit for the period, SEK M | 305.5 | 24.0 | 373.9 | 46.8 | 344.2 |
| Earnings per share, SEK | 11.9 | 1.0 | 14.6 | 1.9 | 13.5 |
| Surplus ratio, % | 77.2 | 80.2 | 76.0 | 75.8 | 75.5 |
| Equity ratio, % | 37.8 | 29.9 | 37.8 | 29.9 | 32.4 |
| Letting ratio, % | 96.0 | 89.1 | 96.0 | 89.1 | 95.8 |
Strengthened balance sheet and a good basis for continued growth
The major event during the period was undoubtedly the divestment of our development project at "Haga Norra" in Solna.
During the previous financial year, which was also Catena's first as a logistics property company, the focus was on generating strong cash flow. Now, in the second year, the goal is to build a strong balance sheet to enable future expansion. Although the divestment of "Haga Norra" contributes profit of more than SEK 100 million, above all, it provides a stronger balance sheet and will generate a liquidity injection of close to SEK 1 billion over time. For Catena, it feels highly satisfying to be able to sell off a low-yield development project to establish a good foundation for expansion in logistics. We are in no hurry and will carefully select transactions suited to our strategic portfolio.
During the period, profit from property management, that is, cash flow from current operations, rose to SEK 114 million (102). This is perhaps our most important performance measure and on a rolling 12-month basis, profit from property management amounts to SEK 216 million, corresponding to SEK 8.44 per share. The letting ratio remains at 96 percent, that is, the same as at year-end. The high letting ratio, combined with good work in property management, means that the surplus ratio remains at 76 percent. Due to favourable profitability in on-going property management, combined with successful development efforts and resulting increases in property values, as well as the divestment of Haga Norra, we are able to report very strong half-year profit of fully SEK 374 million.
During the period, Catena acquired two properties for SEK 140 million and also signed an agreement to acquire three additional properties for nearly SEK 200 million. We will continue to acquire properties as opportunities arise, although we look primarily to new production to generate growth. Our two major on-going new production projects in Malmö and Katrineholm will generate revenue from the end of the year and from the first quarter of 2016.
In my CEO statement a year ago, I wrote the following: "We are well on the way to establishing Catena as the leading property company in the logistics sector." Our development, refinement and growth have continued since then and, for the fifth consecutive year, we also organised "Logistics Day" in Helsingborg, in which we captured the latest trends. "Faster, cheaper and better" summarises today's trends and the demands that will be placed on future logistics solutions. Combined with steadily increasing goods flows, this is generating a need for new and modern logistics properties in the right locations. Through collaboration with customers, Catena will sustainably develop these future logistics solutions.
Helsingborg, July 2015 Gustaf Hermelin, CEO
Interim report January-June 2015 Income and profit
Rental income
Rental income rose by 8 percent to SEK 227.6 million (211.6), mainly due to acquired properties, completed projects and increased net letting.
Income from contracts with terms of more than three years accounted for approximately 54 percent of Catena's contracted annual rent, which entails stable income with no appreciable variation between periods, except when affected by acquisitions and sales. The average remaining lease period is approximately 4.6 years.
Duration of leases
| Duration | Number of contracts |
Contracted annual rent, SEK M |
Contracted annual rent, % |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 63 | 14.5 | 3 |
| 2016 | 57 | 94.5 | 21 |
| 2017 | 49 | 62.8 | 14 |
| 2018 | 20 | 34.0 | 8 |
| 2019 | 12 | 45.4 | 10 |
| 2020 | 17 | 46.9 | 10 |
| 2021+ | 23 | 150.7 | 34 |
| Total | 241 | 448.8 | 100 |
Property expenses
Property expenses rose by 7 percent to SEK 54.6 million (51.2). In comparable portfolios, property expenses have decreased by SEK 1.4 million, mainly due to a mild winter and energy efficiency measures that have been implemented.
Financial expenses
Financial expenses amounted to SEK 49.5 million (47.5) during the period. The period was characterised by completed refinancing processes, the restructuring of the credit portfolio and lower market interest rates.
Earnings
Profit from property management over the year improved by 11 percent to SEK 113.6 million (102.1), mainly due to the effect of acquired properties, income-enhancing investments and a certain decrease in operating expenses.
Profit for the period rose by SEK 327.1 million to SEK 373.9 million (46.8) due to changes in property values, and this was mainly attributable to the Haga Norra project properties in Solna, outside Stockholm. Profit is also affected by increased values of derivatives, mainly due to long-term market interest rates having increased during the year. The unrealised changes in value are of an accounting nature and do not affect the existing cash flow.
| Regions | 2015 | 2014 | 2015 | 2014 | 2014 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEK m | Apr-Jun | Apr-Jun Jan-Jun | Jan-Jun Jan-Dec | ||
| Rental income | |||||
| Stockholm | 48.2 | 56.9 | 97.3 | 100.3 | 194.3 |
| Gothenburg | 37.6 | 29.1 | 75.9 | 58.5 | 125.8 |
| Öresund | 21.6 | 19.0 | 42.6 | 40.1 | 85.5 |
| Solna project | 5.6 | 6.5 | 11.8 | 12.7 | 25.7 |
| Total | 113.0 | 111.5 | 227.6 | 211.6 | 431.3 |
| Operating | |||||
| surplus | |||||
| Stockholm | 38.3 | 47.7 | 76.2 | 79.4 | 152.7 |
| Gothenburg | 29.2 | 22.2 | 56.8 | 42.0 | 90.4 |
| Öresund | 15.5 | 14.3 | 30.4 | 28.7 | 59.9 |
| Solna project | 4.2 | 5.2 | 9.6 | 10.3 | 22.7 |
| Total | 87.2 | 89.4 | 173.0 | 160.4 | 325.7 |
Related parties
Profit for the period includes minor transactions with related parties Backahill and Hansan for consulting services.
In addition, Catena acquired the Förmannen 4 property Ängelholm for a property value of SEK 120 million and sold the project properties in Solna to Fabege, which will initially contribute profit of about SEK 100 million to Catena.
These transactions are considered related party transactions and have therefore been considered and approved by Catena's Annual General Meeting and Extraordinary General Meeting.
Statement of comprehensive income
| 2015 | 2014 | 2015 | 2014 | Rolling | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEK M | Apr-Jun | Apr-Jun | Jan-Jun | Jan-Jun 12-month | Jan-Dec | |
| Rental income | 113.0 | 111.5 | 227.6 | 211.6 | 447.3 | 431.3 |
| Property expenses | -25.8 | -22.1 | -54.6 | -51.2 | -109.0 | -105.6 |
| Operating surplus | 87.2 | 89.4 | 173.0 | 160.4 | 338.3 | 325.7 |
| Central administration | -5.5 | -6.9 | -12.5 | -12.3 | -29.1 | -28.9 |
| Other operating income | 0.5 | 0.2 | 1.2 | 0.6 | 10.2 | 9.6 |
| Other operating expenses | – | – | – | – | -8.1 | -8.1 |
| Interest in profits from associated companies | -0.1 | 0.1 | – | 0.5 | 0.3 | 0.8 |
| Financial income | 1.0 | 0.2 | 1.4 | 0.4 | 1.9 | 0.9 |
| Financial expenses | -25.4 | -23.6 | -49.5 | -47.5 | -97.1 | -95.1 |
| Profit from property management | 57.7 | 59.4 | 113.6 | 102.1 | 216.4 | 204.9 |
| Realised changes in value of investment properties | 101.3 | – | 101.3 | – | 94.8 | -6.5 |
| Unrealised changes in value of investment properties | 34.4 | 10.1 | 106.1 | 21.9 | 476.7 | 392.5 |
| Changes in values of derivatives | 77.4 | -38.7 | 37.5 | -64.0 | -49.1 | -150.6 |
| Pre-tax profit | 270.8 | 30.8 | 358.5 | 60.0 | 738.8 | 440.3 |
| Tax paid | – | – | – | – | -1.9 | -1.9 |
| Deferred tax | 34.7 | -6.8 | 15.4 | -13.2 | -65.6 | -94.2 |
| Profit for the period | 305.5 | 24.0 | 373.9 | 46.8 | 671.3 | 344.2 |
| Other comprehensive income for the period | – | – | – | – | – | – |
| Comprehensive income for the period | 305.5 | 24.0 | 373.9 | 46.8 | 671.3 | 344.2 |
| Comprehensive income for the period distributed among the Parent Company's shareholders |
305.4 | 24.1 | 330.6 | 47.2 | 671.5 | 344.8 |
| Comprehensive income for the period distributed among non-controlling interests |
0.1 | -0.1 | – | -0.4 | -0.2 | -0.6 |
| Key figures before and after dilution | ||||||
| Shareholders' equity, SEK per share | 88.8 | 65.6 | 88.8 | 65.6 | 88.8 | 77.2 |
| Net asset value, SEK per share | 103.1 | 76.6 | 103.1 | 76.6 | 103.1 | 92.8 |
| Profit for the period, SEK per share | 11.9 | 1.0 | 14.6 | 1.9 | 26.2 | 13.5 |
| Number of shares outstanding, millions | 25.6 | 25.6 | 25.6 | 25.6 | 25.6 | 25.6 |
Men Women 30 June 2014 30 June 2015
Förmannen 4, Ängelholm
Financial position
Cash flow
| 2015 | 2014 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SEK M | Jan-Jun | Jan-Jun | Jan-Dec |
| Pre-tax profit | 358.5 | 60.0 | 440.3 |
| Adjustment for non-cash items | -244.7 | 41.7 | -235.5 |
| Cash flow before changes in | |||
| working capital | 113.8 | 101.7 | 204.8 |
| Change in operating receivables | 7.4 | -4.7 | 9.2 |
| Change in operating liabilities | -59.8 | -67.0 | -39.8 |
| Cash flow from operating | |||
| activities | 61.4 | 30.0 | 174.2 |
| Acquisition of assets via subsidiaries | -19.5 | -145.3 | -171.3 |
| Divestment of operations | 771.5 | – | – |
| Acquisitions of investment | |||
| properties | -47.6 | -64.6 | -180.4 |
| Divestment of investment properties | – | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Acquisitions of property, plant and equipment |
-0.1 | -0.1 | -1.8 |
| Disposals of non-current assets | – | – | 0.5 |
| Change in financial assets | -98.2 | – | -56.8 |
| Cash flow from investment | |||
| operations | 606.1 | -195.0 | -394.8 |
| Change in loans | -438.3 | 264.2 | 257.7 |
| Dividend paid | -76.9 | -51.3 | -51.3 |
| Cash flow from financing | |||
| operations | -515.2 | 212.9 | 206.4 |
| Cash flow for the period | -152.3 | 47.9 | -14.2 |
| Opening cash and cash equivalents | 199.4 | 213.6 | 213.6 |
| Closing cash and cash equivalents | 351.7 | 261.5 | 199.4 |
Cash flow for the period before changes in working capital improved by SEK 12.1 million to SEK 113.8 million (101.7).
Cash flow was affected by divestments. In addition to the divestment of the project properties in Solna, which contributed SEK 768 million to cash flow, other divestments affected cash flow by SEK 3.5 million.
At the end of the period, cash and cash equivalents amounted to SEK 351.7 million (261.5).
Statement of financial position
| 2015 | 2014 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SEK M | 30 Jun | 30 Jun | 31 Dec |
| Assets | |||
| Non-current assets | |||
| Investment properties | 4,737.9 | 5,270.9 | 5,750.9 |
| Property, plant and equipment | 1.6 | 1.1 | 1.8 |
| Financial fixed assets | 697.0 | 27.1 | 30.6 |
| Deferred tax asset | 59.7 | 37.8 | 63.9 |
| Current assets | |||
| Current receivables | 177.2 | 43.4 | 89.4 |
| Cash and cash equivalents | 351.7 | 261.5 | 199.4 |
| Total assets | 6,025.1 | 5,641.8 | 6,136.0 |
| Equity and liabilities | |||
| Equity attributable to Parent Company shareholders |
2,275.7 | 1,682.3 | 1,980.0 |
| Equity attributable to non-controlling interests |
0.1 | 5.1 | 4.8 |
| Long-term liabilities | |||
| Liabilities to credit institutions | 2,931.9 | 2,869.1 | 2,404.1 |
| Deferred tax liabilities | 367.9 | 292.0 | 413.7 |
| Other long-term liabilities | 119.0 | 60.3 | 146.9 |
| Current liabilities | |||
| Liabilities to credit institutions | 95.0 | 594.0 | 1,053.5 |
| Other current liabilities | 235.5 | 139.0 | 133.0 |
| Total equity and liabilities | 6,025.1 | 5,641.8 | 6,136.0 |
Change in Equity
| 2015 | 2014 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SEK M | 30 Jun | 30 Jun | 31 Dec |
| Opening balance | 1,984.8 | 1,641.9 | 1,641.9 |
| Dividend paid to shareholders | -76.9 | -51.3 | -51.3 |
| Capital contribution | – | 50.0 | 50.0 |
| Acquisitions of minority interest | -6.0 | – | – |
| Comprehensive income for the period attributable to non-controlling interests | – | -0.4 | -0.6 |
| Comprehensive income for the period attributable to Parent Company shareholders | 373.9 | 47.2 | 344.8 |
| Closing balance | 2,275.8 | 1,687.4 | 1,984.8 |
| Attributable to: | |||
| Parent Company's shareholders | 2,275.7 | 1,682.3 | 1,980.0 |
| Non-controlling interests | 0.1 | 5.1 | 4.8 |
Liabilities to credit institutions
Liabilities to credit institutions amounted to SEK 3,026.9 million (3,463.1) and the loan framework amounted to SEK 3,382.4 million on 30 June, 2015.
| Fixed | Interest rate, | Participation, | |
|---|---|---|---|
| interest, year | SEK M | %1) | % |
| 2015 | 907.0 | 1.6 | 30.0 |
| 2016 | 112.0 | 1.4 | 3.7 |
| 2019 | 7.9 | 3.8 | 0.3 |
| 2021 | 500.0 | 4.2 | 16.5 |
| 2022 | 500.0 | 3.6 | 16.5 |
| 2023 | 500.0 | 3.0 | 16.5 |
| 2024 | 500.0 | 2.7 | 16.5 |
| Total | 3,026.9 | 2.8 | 100.0 |
1) Refers to the current average interest rate as per 30 June 2015. Interest rates change in pace with the changes in the general interest rate but are limited by interest-rate caps.
| Capital tied up, years |
Contract volume, SEK M |
Utilised, SEK M |
Unutilised, SEK M |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 50.0 | – | 50.0 |
| 2016 | 982.5 | 924.4 | 58.1 |
| 2017 | 2,066.9 | 1,819.5 | 247.4 |
| >2018 | 283.0 | 283.0 | – |
| Total | 3,382.4 | 3,026.9 | 355.5 |
Derivative instruments
Financial instruments consist of derivative instruments in Category 2 of the valuation hierarchy. The derivatives are marked to market, meaning that the carrying amount agrees with the fair value. The change is recognised in the income statement. The carrying amount was SEK 108.7 million (59.6). The change in the value of the derivatives does not affect cash flow and, on reaching maturity, the value of derivatives is always zero.
The nominal value of the derivatives is equivalent to 67 percent of consolidated liabilities to credit institutions.
Interest rate hedges through interest-rate swaps
| Start year | End year Interest rate, | % | SEK M |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 2021 | 2.9 | 500.0 |
| 2012 | 2022 | 2.3 | 500.0 |
| 2014 | 2023 | 1.7 | 500.0 |
| 2014 | 2024 | 1.4 | 500.0 |
| Total | 2,000.0 |
Mosås 4:66, Örebro
The property portfolio
Changes in property stock
During the period, investments in existing properties amounted to SEK 47.6 million (64.5), of which the majority relates to investments in the Barnarps-Kråkebo 1:44 property in Jönköping and Dikartorp 3:12 in Järfälla.
A smaller property in Luleå was sold for a property value of SEK 7 million with 1 April 2015 as the transfer date.
Catena's project properties Stora Frösunda 2 and Hagalund 2:2 in Solna were also divested. The properties cover a plot area of about 51,000 square metres. The divestment was made for a property value of SEK 1,450 million with 23 June as the transfer date. The divestment contributes initial profit before tax of approximately SEK 100 million after transaction costs. The transaction has been approved by Catena's Annual General Meeting.
For a purchase consideration of SEK 6 million, Catena has acquired the Municipality of Katrineholm's 49 percent holding in the jointly owned company, Logistikposition Katrineholm AB, which owns the properties Sothönan 3 and 19 in Katrineholm. An agreement has also been signed to acquire land through a reallotment between Logistikposition Katrineholm AB and the Municipality of Katrineholm. The company will acquire 75,000 square metres of land with title located adjacent to the existing properties Sothönan 3 and 19. The purchase consideration has been set at SEK 7.8 million, with 30 June as the transfer date.
Through a corporate transaction, Catena has acquired the Förmannen 4 property in Ängelholm at a property value of SEK 120 million from Backahill. Located on the property is a 22,200 square-metre logistics warehouse, which is
in very good condition and has two tenants, with the major lease being valid until 2023. Rental income amounted to approximately SEK 12 million. The transfer date for the property was 5 May.
Through companies, the Misteln 1 property in Åhus has been acquired for a property value of SEK 20 million. The approximately 1,900 square-metre property is newly built and a ten-year contract has been signed with Van Dieren Sweden AB. Rental income amounts to approximately SEK 1.4 million annually and the transfer date was 24 June.
During the period, Catena signed an agreement to acquire, through a corporate transaction, the Tahe 1:64 property in Jönköping for an underlying property value of SEK 60 million. Located on the property is a logistics warehouse of more than 29,000 square metres. The transfer date is 1 July.
An additional agreement was signed, through a corporate transaction, for the approximately 15,000 squaremetre Rebbelberga 26:37 logistics property in Ängelholm with a property value of SEK 115 million and for 60 percent of a development area in Ängelholm with a property value of SEK 18 million. The transfer date is 6 July.
| Regions | Number of properties |
Lettable area, thousand sq. m. |
Fair value, SEK M |
Rental value, SEK M |
Economic letting ratio, % |
Contracted annual rent, SEK M |
Surplus ratio, % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stockholm | 20 | 309.8 | 2,232.9 | 210.9 | 94 | 198.7 | 78 |
| Gothenburg | 12 | 235.5 | 1,529.4 | 158.3 | 98 | 155.5 | 75 |
| Öresund | 15 | 190.0 | 975.6 | 98.2 | 96 | 94.6 | 71 |
Total 47 735.3 4,737.9 467.4 96 448.8 76
Property portfolio by region
Rental value by region
Real value: SEK 4,737.9 million Rental value: SEK 467.4 million 0
Logistics space
Property valuation
The unrealised value changes in Catena's properties during the quarter amounted to SEK 106.1 million (21.9), as an effect of well-implemented projects and good property management.
Each quarter, Catena implements internal valuations of all its investment properties. These internal valuations then form the basis for the real values disclosed in the balance sheet. To verify the internal valuations, external valuations of a selection of our properties are also carried out. External valuations of some SEK 2.1 billion of the property stock were implemented during the third and fourth quarters of 2015.
All the Group's investment properties are assessed as being at level 3 in the valuation hierarchy. A detailed description of the valuation principles is available in Catena's annual report for 2014.
Some leeway is allowed between the value according to the internal valuation and real value before adjustment of real value is carried out. The deviation must lie within a range governed by the permitted deviation, ±0.25%, from the set yield requirement. Only when the deviation exceeds or falls short of this range is the real value adjusted. This deviation is accepted since there is always some uncertainty in estimated figures.
| Property designation |
Transfer date |
Region Municipality | Space, sq. m. |
|
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Förmannen 4 | 5 May 2015 | Öresund | Ängelholm 22,241 | |
| Misteln 1 | 24 Jun 2015 | Öresund | Åhus | 1,900 |
| Total | 24,141 |
Property divestments
| Property designation |
Transfer date |
Region Municipality | Space, sq. m. |
|
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storheden 1:75 | 1 Apr 2015 Stockholm | Luleå | 1,450 | |
| Stora Frösunda 2 and Hagalund 2:2 |
23 Jun 2015 | Projects | Solna 40,723 | |
| Total | 42,173 |
Property portfolio
| SEK M | Fair value |
Number of properties |
|---|---|---|
| Property portfolio at beginning of year | 5,750.9 | 47 |
| Acquisitions | 140.0 | 2 |
| Investments in existing properties | 47.6 | |
| Sales | -1,306.7 | -2 |
| Unrealised changes in value | 106.1 | |
| Total investment properties | 4,737.9 | 47 |
Surplus ratio
Förmannen 4, Ängelholm
Other
Market outlook
Over time, the market for logistics properties is driven by increased goods flows and growing retail trade, particularly e-commerce. Accordingly, demand for Catena's logistics spaces that are well situated, well suited to their purpose and environmentally efficient is expected to remain good in 2015.
The availability of modern, strategically located logistics premises, preferably adjacent to container terminals, is limited. For this reason, we expect the letting ratio at our properties to remain high. The availability of developable land with suitable planning is limited, providing good opportunities to build new facilities on our existing development land.
Concluded agreement negotiations also indicate stable rent levels in our existing portfolio. As a result of greater space efficiency, we also expect increased rental income per square metre for our newer portfolio of larger buildings and in newly built properties.
Combined with good access to capital at low interest rates, this means that the transaction market for efficient, energy-smart and suitably located logistics properties remains attractive. Through acquisitions and property development, we perceive good opportunities to expand our operations over the coming years.
Other significant events during the period
In January 2015, Nya Svensk FastighetsFinansiering AB (Nya SFF) was launched – a newly formed finance company with a covered MTN programme of SEK 8 billion. The company is owned by Catena AB, Diös Fastigheter AB, Fabege AB, Platzer Fastigheter Holding AB and Wihlborgs Fastigheter AB – each with a holding of 20 percent and commenced financing operations in February 2015.
In April, an issue offering under an MTN programme was subscribed via Nya SFF. Catena is participating with the Terminalen 1 container terminal in Hallsberg and its borrowing takes the form of a five-year bond in the amount of SEK 112 million with a fixed annual interest rate of 1.42 percent.
Significant events after the end of the period
On 1 July, Catena took possession of the Tahe 1:64 property in Jönköping and on 6 July, it took possession of the Rebbelberga 26:37 logistics warehouse in Ängelholm and the development property in Ängelholm of which Catena has acquired 60 percent.
Catena has expanded its company management with the addition of Lena Haraldsson, who was recruited as responsible for the Malmö area and for food logistics. The management team will subsequently consist of eight people.
Köpingegården 1, Helsingborg
Financial targets
Key figures 1
| For definitions of key figures, | 2015 | 2014 | 2014 | Rolling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| see the last page. | Jan-Jun | Jan-Jun | Jan-Dec | 12-month |
| Financial | ||||
| Return on equity, % | 17.3 | 2.8 | 19.0 | 31.8 |
| Return on equity, % | 6.6 | 2.0 | 12.3 | 14.7 |
| Interest-coverage ratio, multiple | 5.3 | 2.3 | 3.1 | 4.2 |
| Average interest rate, % | 2.8 | 2.9 | 2.8 | 2.8 |
| Fixed interest, years | 3.8 | 2.4 | 3.5 | 3.8 |
| Capital tied-up, years | 3.1 | 2.6 | 2.9 | 3.1 |
| Equity ratio, % | 37.8 | 29.9 | 32.4 | 37.8 |
| Profit from property management, SEK M |
113.6 | 102.1 | 204.9 | 216.4 |
| Pre-tax profit, SEK M | 358.5 | 60.0 | 440.3 | 738.8 |
| Profit for the period, SEK M | 373.9 | 46.8 | 344.2 | 671.3 |
| Total assets, SEK M | 6,025.1 | 5,641.8 6,136.0 | 6,025.1 | |
| Share-related | ||||
| Prior to and after dilution | ||||
| Equity per share, SEK | 88.75 | 65.61 | 77.22 | 88.75 |
| Net asset value per share, SEK | 103.10 | 76.55 | 92.84 | 103.10 |
| Comprehensive income per | ||||
| share, SEK | 14.58 | 1.85 | 13.49 | 26.19 |
| Profit from property | ||||
| management per share, SEK | 4.43 | 1.88 | 8.02 | 8.44 |
| Number of shares outstanding, | ||||
| millions | 25.6 | 25.6 | 25.6 | 25.6 |
| P/E ratio | 5 | 23 | 8 | 5 |
| Property-related | ||||
| Rental income, SEK M | 227.6 | 211.6 | 431.3 | 447.3 |
| Net operating surplus, SEK M | 173.0 | 160.4 | 325.7 | 338.3 |
| Rental value, SEK M | 467.4 | 472.6 | 480.1 | 467.4 |
| Economic letting ratio, % | 96.0 | 89.1 | 95.8 | 96.0 |
| Surplus ratio, % | 76.0 | 75.8 | 75.5 | 75.6 |
| Loan-to-value ratio, % | 63.9 | 65.7 | 60.1 | 63.9 |
| Lettable area, thousand sq. m. | 735.3 | 758.8 | 753.1 | 735.3 |
1 On remaining properties at the end of the period.
Catena shares
On the balance sheet date, Catena's shares were traded on the NASDAQ Stockholm – Nordic Mid Cap list. The closing price on 30 June 2015 was SEK 133.50, against the opening price of SEK 105.75 on 2 January 2015, representing an increase of 26 percent over the year to date. The highest price noted for Catena's shares during the period was SEK 140.00 and the lowest was SEK 103.75.
Ownership structure on 30 June 2015
| No. of shares, 000s |
Votes, % |
|
|---|---|---|
| Backahill | 11 681 | 45,6 |
| Endicott Sweden AB (CLS Holding plc) | 3 469 | 13,5 |
| Fabege AB (publ) | 2 619 | 10,2 |
| Länsförsäkringar fondförvaltning | 2 017 | 7,9 |
| SFU Sverige AB | 1 847 | 7,2 |
| Prior & Nilsson Fond- och | ||
| Kapitalförvaltning AB | 558 | 2,2 |
| Banque Carnegie Luxembourg SA | 224 | 0,9 |
| JP Morgan Europe Limited | 185 | 0,7 |
| Livförsäkringsaktiebolaget | ||
| Skandia ÖMS | 158 | 0,6 |
| Handelsbanken Fonder AB | 122 | 0,5 |
| Caesar Åfors | 100 | 0,4 |
| CBNY-DFA-INT SML CAP V | 95 | 0,4 |
| Swedbank Robur fonder | 89 | 0,4 |
| Gamla Livförsäkringaktiebolaget | 80 | 0,3 |
| Other shareholders | 2 398 | 9,2 |
| Total: | 25 642 | 100,0 |
Dividend policy
In the long term, Catena's dividends shall amount to at least 50 percent of profit from property management less standard rate tax.
Share-price trend, 1 January 2014 to 30 June 2015
Parent Company's financial statements
| Income Statement | 2015 | 2014 | 2014 |
|---|---|---|---|
| SEK M | Jan-Jun | Jan-Jun | Jan-Dec |
| Net turnover | 14.7 | 14.0 | 27.2 |
| Cost of services performed | -23.0 | -25.3 | -54.7 |
| Operating profit/loss | -8.3 | -11.3 | -27.5 |
| Financial income and expenses | |||
| Other interest income and similar income | 1.0 | 19.9 | 41.7 |
| Profit from participations in Group companies | – | – | 49.2 |
| Interest expense and similar expenses | -28.3 | -93.2 | -219.6 |
| Pre-tax profit | -35.6 | -84.6 | -156.2 |
| Tax on profit for the period | 7.8 | 9.8 | 22.1 |
| Comprehensive income for the period | -27.8 | -74.8 | -134.1 |
No items in the Parent Company are recognised in other comprehensive income and total comprehensive income is therefore consistent with profit for the year.
| Balance sheet | 2015 | 2014 | 2014 |
|---|---|---|---|
| SEK M | 30 Jun | 30 Jun | 31 Dec |
| Assets | |||
| Non-current assets | |||
| Property, plant and equipment | 1.6 | 1.1 | 1.8 |
| Financial fixed assets | 1,246.2 | 1,227.3 | 1,227.4 |
| Deferred tax asset | 39.6 | 15.5 | 39.1 |
| Non-current receivables | – | 1.5 | 2.3 |
| Current assets | |||
| Receivables from Group companies | 1,104.2 | 1,424.1 | 1,373.3 |
| Receivables from associated companies | 140.4 | – | 55.7 |
| Current receivables | 10.0 | 2.6 | 5.4 |
| Cash and cash equivalents | 350.8 | 261.3 | 198.7 |
| Total assets | 2,892.8 | 2,933.4 | 2,903.7 |
| Equity and liabilities | |||
| Equity | 1,057.4 | 1,221.4 | 1,162.1 |
| Non-current liabilities | |||
| Other non-current liabilities | 149.3 | 60.3 | 146.9 |
| Current liabilities | |||
| Liabilities to Group companies | 1,619.6 | 1,612.3 | 1,553.9 |
| Liabilities to associated companies | 15.8 | 14.8 | 14.2 |
| Other current liabilities | 50.7 | 24.6 | 26.6 |
| Total equity and liabilities | 2,892.8 | 2,933.4 | 2,903.7 |
Köpingegården 1, Helsingborg
Accounting and valuation principles
Catena AB draws up its consolidated accounts in accordance with the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) issued by the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB), and also with interpretive statements from the International Financial Interpretations Committee (IFRIC), as approved by the European Commission for application in the EU. The Parent Company applies the same accounting principles as the Group, but taking into consideration the recommendations from the Swedish Financial Reporting Board in RFR 2, Accounting for Legal Entities.
This interim report was drawn up in accordance with IAS 34, Interim Financial Reporting, for the Group and according to the Swedish Annual Accounts Act for the Parent Company. The accounting principles applied are the same as in the previous year except for the following change: IFRIC 21 addresses the recognition of levies, that is, different types of fees that may be charged to a company by a state, or equivalent body, through legislation and/or regulation, which, for the Group, would have an impact on the reporting of property taxes. The entire property tax liability for 2015 is recognised in the first quarter. None of the other IFRS or IFRIC interpretations that have not yet entered into force are expected to have a significant impact on the Group.
A reclassification has been made between non-current and current liabilities to credit institutions regarding the
comparison period January-March 2014, necessitated by the fact that the contractual maturity of these liabilities was less than 12 months.
Risks and uncertainty factors
In order to draw up the accounts according to generally accepted accounting principles, the company management must make assessments and assumptions that affect the asset and liability items and the income and expense items disclosed in the annual accounts, and also other information provided. Actual outcomes may diverge from these assessments. Catena's risks are described, in Swedish, on pages 56--59 of the 2014 Annual Report. No essential changes have occurred since its publication.
Solna, July 2015 Catena AB (publ) Board of Directors
Auditor's review report regarding the summary interim financial information (interim report) prepared in accordance with IAS 34 and Chapter 9 of the Annual Accounts Act
Introduction
We have conducted a review of the interim report for Catena AB (publ) for the period 1 January – 30 June 2015. The Board of Directors and the President are responsible for the preparation and presentation of this interim financial information in accordance with IAS 34 and the Annual Accounts Act. Our responsibility is to express a conclusion on this interim financial information based on our review.
focus and scope of the review
We conducted our review in accordance with the International Standard on Review Engagements, ISRE 2410 Review of Interim Financial Information by the Independent Auditor of the Entity. A review consists of making inquiries, primarily of persons responsible for financial and accounting matters, and applying analytical review and performing other review procedures. A review has a different focus and is substantially less in scope than the focus and scope of an audit in accordance with the International Standards
on Auditing and generally accepted auditing standards in Sweden. The procedures performed in a review do not enable us to obtain assurance that we would become aware of all significant matters that might be identified in an audit. The conclusion based on a review does not give the same assurance as a conclusion based on an audit.
Conclusion
Based on our review, nothing has come to our attention that causes us to believe that the interim report has not been prepared, in all material respects, for the Group in accordance with IAS 34 and the Annual Accounts Act and for the Parent Company in accordance with the Annual Accounts Act.
Stockholm, 12 July 2015 PricewaterhouseCoopers AB Lars Wennberg, Authorised Public Accountant
Definitions
Average interest rate
Average interest on the loan portfolio with derivatives being taken into account.
Capital tied-up
The average remaining period of fixed interest in the loan portfolio.
Debt/equity ratio
Interest-bearing liabilities divided by equity
Earnings per share
Profit for the period/year attributable to the Parent Company's shareholders in relation to the average number of shares outstanding.
Economic letting ratio
Contractual annual rents under leases valid at the end of the period/year end as a percentage of rental value.
Equity per share
Equity attributable to Parent Company shareholders in relation to the number of shares at the end of the period/ year.
Equity ratio
Equity including non-controlling interests as a percentage of total assets.
Fixed interest
Average remaining period of fixed interest on the loan portfolio with derivatives being taken into account.
Interest-coverage ratio
Pre-tax profit before reversal of financial expenses and unrealised changes in value in relation to financial expenses.
Loan-to-value ratio
Liabilities to credit institutions in relation to the carrying amount for the property at the close of the period.
Net asset value per share
Equity attributable to the Parent Company's shareholders, with deferred tax added back to the surplus values of the properties, in relation to the number of shares at the end of the period/year.
P/E ratio
Share price divided by rolling earnings per share.
Profit from property management
Pre-tax profit with reversal of changes in value.
Profit from property management per share
Profit from property management in relation to the average number of shares outstanding.
Rental value
Contractual rents on an annual basis plus a supplement for assessed market rents for vacant space.
Return on equity
Net profit for the period/year as a percentage of average equity.
Return on equity
Pre-tax profit plus financial expenses as a percentage of average total assets.
Surplus ratio
Operating surplus as a percentage of rental income.
Catena in brief
Catena is a leading property company in logistics, offering companies and third party operators customised, costeffective and sustainable logistics facilities in strategic locations adjacent to the country's cargo flows. In this way, the company generates strong cash flow, enabling stable development of operations and dividends for shareholders.
Vision
Catena links Scandinavia's cargo flows
Cargo flows to and from Scandinavia currently utilise maritime, air, rail and road transport, separately or combined, to collect and store cargo at selected logistics hubs. At these locations, which have been carefully defined by Catena and from which the metropolitan regions of Scandinavia can also easily be reached, we are continuing to develop modern and well-suited logistics facilities.
Business concept
Catena shall sustainably and through partnerships develop efficient logistics facilities that serve the metropolitan regions of Scandinavia.
In Sweden, with its substantial distances and considerable dependency on exports, transport efficiency constitutes an important factor in companies' profitability. At the same time, the challenges faced in terms of climate change impose stricter new demands on reducing environmental impact. Catena offers premises solutions that provide benefits in terms of both costs and the environment, along superior green corridors.
Customer offering
Logistics solutions is a collective term for buildings whose purpose is the collection, storage and distribution of goods. The goods, volumes, timing and, above all, the task impose different requirements on logistics premises. Consequently, Catena provides different types of premises solutions.
Plantehuset 1, Helsingborg
Contact
Gustaf Hermelin, Chief Executive Officer [email protected] Telephone +46 (0)70-560 00 00
Peter Andersson, Chief Financial Officer [email protected] Telephone +46 (0)42-449 22 44
Financial reporting
| Interim report January-September | 5 November 2015 |
|---|---|
| Year-end report 2015 | 18 February 2016 |
| Annual General Meeting 2016, in Stockholm, 4.00 pm | 27 April 2016 |
Catena AB (publ), Box 5003, SE-250 05 Helsingborg, Sweden Telephone +46 (0)42-449 22 00, fax +46 (0)42-449 22 99. www.catenafastigheter.se Corp. Reg. No. 556294-1715, Registered office: Solna