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Fabege

Quarterly Report Jul 6, 2015

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2015

Summary SEKm

2015 2014 2015 2014
Apr-Jun Apr-Jun Jan-Jun Jan-Jun
Rental income 496 526 998 1 0 3 9
Net operating income 365 389 715 738
Profit from property management 201 167 369 317
Profit before tax 1 065 356 1951 686
Profit after tax 830 323 1 535 563
Surplus ratio,% 74 74 72 71
Equity ratio,% 38 35
EPRA NAV, SEK per share 102 87

January - June 2015

  • Rental income declined to SEK 998m (1,039) due to a smaller property portfolio than in the year-earlier period. In an identical portfolio, income rose approximately 6 per cent.
  • Net operating income declined to SEK 715m (738). In an identical portfolio, net operating income increased about 6 per cent. The surplus ratio rose to 72 per cent (71).
  • Profit from property management increased 16 per cent to SEK . 369m (317).
  • Realised and unrealised changes in value amounted to SEK 1,381m (646) for properties and SEK 137m for fixed income derivatives (neg 287).
  • Profit for the period before tax was SEK 1,951m (686). Profit after tax for the period amounted to SEK 1,535m (563), corresponding to SEK 9.28 per share (3.40).
  • Net lettings for the period amounted to SEK 51m (258), following a major letting to KPMG and a number of management lettings. The rent levels from renegotiated leases increased an average of 13 per cent.
  • The equity/assets ratio was 38 per cent (38) and the loan-tovalue ratio 56 per cent (60).

Fabe

CREATING THE RIGHT CONDITIONS

During the period, Fabege's investment-property portfolio contributed to the favourable earnings through both a positive cash flow and value growth. Growth in net asset value was healthy, with EPRA NAV rising SEK 15 year-on-year to SEK 102 per share. The surplus ratio - which is a good measurement of the efficiency of property management - was 72 per cent, a record level for the first half of a year. I am also delighted with net lettings, which totalled SEK 51m in the first half year.

The rental market remained strong and we renegotiated a substantial volume of leases with an average increase of 13 per cent. This is a clear sign that rent levels are increasing and rising rental growth is noticeable in all of our areas. The flow of relocations to Solna is continuing and strong brands, such as KPMG – which is moving parts of their operations to Arenastaden – is further enhancing the attractiveness of the area. Further confirmation of the attractiveness of Solna is that Telenor Sweden has decided to relocate to new premises at Råsunda with anticipated occupation in the second quarter of 2018. I am delighted about this agreement that was signed in early July.

In the property market, the downward pressure on the yield continues and value growth in our property portfolio increased. During the first six months, the property value of the entire portfolio rose 4,2 per cent.

With the acquisitions of Stora Frösunda 2 and Hagalund 2:2 close to Arenastaden and the Fräsaren 9 project property in Solna Business Park, Fabege's portfolio of development rights increased considerably. Through these important acquisitions, we are building for further development of our areas and we continue to see great potential in the development of the project portfolio.

The trend in the financial market remains positive with good access to capital at favourable prices. At the period-end, the loan-to-value ratio was 56 per cent, comfortably below the limit of 60 per cent.

During the first six months of the year, the Stockholm market remained very strong with considerable demand for modern and sustainable offices in attractive locations served by trains. The acquisitions are strengthening our presence in our priority areas and creating conditions for continued favourable development of the project portfolio. With strong market conditions and an attractive property and project portfolio, Fabege is well positioned to capitalise on the opportunities that lie ahead. We look forward to healthy development, in which all parts of the operation contribute to strong aggregate earnings.

After-tax profit for the period increased to SEK 1,535m (563), corresponding to SEK 9.28 per share (3.40). Profit for the period before tax rose to SEK 1,951m (686). Profit from property management improved slightly more than 16 per cent. Unrealised value changes in the property portfolio increased because of the strong trend on the property market.

Rental income declined to SEK 998m (1,039) and net operating income was SEK 715m (738). The decline was due entirely to the smaller portfolio following property sales in 2014. In an identical portfolio, rental income and net operating income rose some 6 per cent due to lower rent discounts, a higher occupancy rate and improved rent levels. The surplus ratio rose to 72 per cent (71), mainly as a result of a more modern portfolio with increased income and more efficient operation. For the second consecutive year, the mild winter contributed to low running costs.

Realised changes in the value of properties amounted to SEK 1m (135) and pertained to lagging effects from previously implemented transactions. Unrealised changes in value amounted to SEK 1,380m (511). The SEK 1,162m (370) unrealised change in the value of the investment property portfolio resulted from higher rent levels and a lower yield requirement in Stockholm inner city, Solna and Hammarby Sjöstad. The average yield requirement fell by just over 0.2 per cent to 5.2 per cent after rounding off (5.4 at year-end). The project portfolio contributed to an unrealised change in value of SEK 218m (141), primarily due to development gains in the major project properties. The result from participations in associated companies was a loss of SEK 21m (loss 40), mainly due to Arenabolaget i Solna KB. As a result of higher long-term interest rates during the second quarter, the deficit value of the derivatives portfolio decreased by SEK 137m (increase 287). Changes in the value of shareholdings, mainly Catena, totalled SEK 64m (10). Net interest expense declined to SEK 293m (expense 351), due to lower market interest rates.

As a result of a reallotment, the Uarda 1 has been divided into three properties. During the first quarter, Uarda 1 (formerly Building A) was reclassified from a project property to an investment property. Following the reallotment, Uarda 6 (formerly Building B) and Uarda 7 (formerly Building C) were formed. The latter two continue to be project properties. Stora Frösunda 2 and Hagalund 2:2 Solna, recently acquired properties, have been reclassified as development properties and are part of the Development segment.

The Property Management segment generated net operating income of SEK 685m (714), corresponding to a surplus ratio of 72 per cent (71). The occupancy rate was 92 per cent (93). Profit from property management was SEK 358m (320). Unrealised changes in property values amounted to SEK 1,162m (370).

The Property Development segment generated net operating income of SEK 30m (24), equal to a surplus ratio of 58 per cent (69). Profit from property management was SEK 11m (loss 3). Unrealised changes in property values amounted to SEK 218m (141).

No transactions were implemented in the Transaction segment during the first half of the year. Realised changes in value amounted to SEK 1m (135) and pertained to lagging effects from previously implemented transactions.

Shareholders' equity amounted to SEK 14,780m (13,783) at period-end and the equity/assets ratio was 38 per cent (38). Shareholders' equity per share totalled SEK 89 (83). Excluding deferred tax on fair-value adjustments of properties, net asset value per share was SEK 105 (97). EPRA NAV was SEK 102 (95).

  • Continued healthy demand was noted for office premises in Stockholm and rent levels rose in all of our submarkets.
  • New lettings amounted to SEK 63m (291) and net lettings to SEK 39m (241).
  • The surplus ratio amounted to 74 per cent (74).
  • Profit from property management increased to SEK 201m (167).
  • The property portfolio showed unrealised value growth of SEK 673m (299), of which projects accounted for SEK 131m (52).
  • Two properties were acquired as part of a transaction with Catena, which added some 225,000 sqm of development rights, of which housing accounted for about 90,000 sqm, and retail/office/logistics/parking for the remainder.
  • The deficit value of the derivative portfolio decreased SEK 194m (increase of 146) due to higher long-term interest rates.
  • After-tax profit for the quarter was SEK 830m (323).
2015 2014
SEKm Jan-Jun Jan-Jun
Profit from Property Management activities 358 320
Changes in value (portfolio of investment
properties) 1,162 370
Contribution from Property 1,520 690
Management
Profit from Property Management activities 11 $-3$
Changes in value (profit from Property
Development) 218 141
Contribution from Property 229 138
Development
Realised changes in value 135
Contribution from Transactions 135
Total contribution
from the operation 1.750 963

Fabege employs long-term credit lines subject to fixed terms and conditions. At 30 June 2015, these had an average maturity of 3.6 years. The company's lenders are primarily the major Nordic banks.

Interest-bearing liabilities at period-end totalled SEK 20,436m (19,551), with an average interest rate of 2.82 per cent excluding and 2.95 per cent including commitment fees on the undrawn portion of committed credit facilities. Unutilised committed lines of credit totalled SEK 3,015m. In the second quarter, credit agreements of SEK 6,500m were extended at maturities of between one and three years. At the same time, the company chose not to extend existing credit agreements totalling SEK 1,000m.

The mid-year loan-to-value ratio was 56 per cent, after settlement of all outstanding purchase considerations.

Fabege has a commercial paper programme of SEK 5,000m. At the end of the quarter, outstanding commercial papers amounted to SEK 4,496m (2,279). Fabege has available long-term credit facilities covering all outstanding commercial papers at any given time. It also has a covered property bond of SEK 1,170m which will mature in February 2016. On 30 June, Fabege also had outstanding bonds totalling SEK 112m within the framework of the co-owned company Svensk Fastighetsfinansiering AB. Nya Svensk Fastighetsfinansiering AB, a newly formed finance company with a covered MTN programme of SEK 8,000m, was launched in January 2015. The company is owned by Fabege AB, Catena AB, Diös Fastigheter AB, Platzer Fastigheter Holding AB and Wihlborgs Fastigheter AB, each holding 20 per cent. Within the framework of this programme, Fabege issued an amount totalling SEK 867m during the first half of the year.

The average fixed-rate term for Fabege's loan portfolio was 2.4 years, including effects of derivative instruments. The average fixed interest term for variable-interest loans was 90 days. In the second quarter, additional interest-rate swaps totalling SEK 600m were agreed with maturities of nine to ten years, following which Fabege's derivatives portfolio comprised interest-rate swaps totalling SEK 7,600m with maturities through 2025 and at fixed interest rates ranging from 0.85 to 2.73 per cent before margins and callable swaps of SEK 5,700m at interest rates of between 2.87 and 3.98 per cent before margins and maturity between 2016 and 2018. Interest rates on 65 per cent of Fabege's loan portfolio were fixed using fixed-income derivatives. The derivatives portfolio is measured at market value and the change in value is recognised in profit or loss. At 30 June 2015, the recognised deficit value of the portfolio was SEK 783m (920). The derivatives portfolio is measured at the present value of future cash flows. The change in value is of an accounting nature and has no impact on the company's cash flow. At the due date, the market value of derivative instruments is always zero.

Net financial items included other financial expenses of SEK 9m, mainly pertaining to accrued up front-fees for borrowing agreements and bond programmes.

The total loan volume at the end of the quarter included SEK 1,506m (656) in loans for projects, on which interest of SEK 17m had been capitalised.

Tax expenses for the period amounted to SEK -416m (-123). Operating taxes are calculated at a rate of 22 per cent on taxable earnings.

Cash flow from operating activities before changes in working capital amounted to SEK 425m (neg 1,068). Changes in working capital had a positive impact of SEK 957m (neg: 20) on cash flow. The positive cash flow from working capital was due to received purchase considerations for previously sold properties and restricted amounts for loans that were settled during the second quarter. Investing activities had a negative impact of SEK 1,340m (pos: 386) on cash flow, while cash flow from financing activities had a positive impact SEK 346m (868). In investing activities, where cash flow is driven by property acquisitions and projects. Cash and cash equivalents changed by a total of SEK 388m (165) during the period.

Amount
SEKm
interest
rate,%
Share,%
< 1 year 6701 3,27 33
1-2 years 4 3 8 5 2,62 21
2-3 years 4 2 5 0 3,30 21
3-4 years 1 500 2,58 7
4-5 years 1 000 2,13 5
$> 5$ years 2600 1,63 13
Total 20 436 2,82 100
Crean
agreement
SEKm
Drawn,
SEKm
Commercial paper programme 5 0 0 0 4496
< 1 year 9 4 3 0 6 3 2 1
1-2 years 4 0 0 1 2 4 3 3
2-3 years 3414 2 2 5 9
3-4 years 1395 190
4-5 years 899 425
$> 5$ years 4312 4312
Total 28 451 20 436

Fabege's Property Management and Property Development activities are concentrated to a few selected submarkets in and around Stockholm; Stockholm's inner city, Solna and Hammarby Sjöstad. On 30 June 2015, Fabege owned 84 properties with a total rental value of SEK 2.2bn, a lettable floor area of 1.1 m sqm and a carrying amount of SEK 36.4bn, including development and project properties totalling SEK 5.4bn. The financial occupancy rate for the entire property portfolio, including project properties, was 92 per cent (92). The occupancy rate in the portfolio of investment properties was 92 per cent (93).

During the first half of the year, 117 new leases were signed at a total rental value of SEK 107m (327). Lease terminations amounted to SEK 56m (69), while net lettings were SEK 51m (258). The net lettings in the year-earlier period included major lettings to SEB and TeliaSonera. Major lettings during the period pertained to KPMG in Uarda 7, Arenastaden, SBAB in Fräsaren 10, Solna Business Park, and Digital Route in Barnhusväderkvarn 36 in Stockholm City. In addition, a number of smaller leases were signed pertaining to management lettings.

Efforts to extend and renegotiate leases with existing customers were successful. A lease value of approximately SEK 135m was renegotiated during the period, resulting in an average rise in rental value of 13 per cent. The retention rate during the period was 81per cent (72).

In the second quarter, three properties were acquired in two transactions. The Stora Frösunda 2 and Hagalund 2:2 properties were purchased from Catena with possession taken on June 23. An agreement was also reached concerning the acquisition of the Fräsaren 9 property in Solna Business Park, with possession to be taken in the first quarter of 2016. The Grönlandet Södra 13 property, which was sold in late 2014, was vacated in June.

As a result of a reallotment, the Uarda 1 property in Arenastaden has been divided into three separate properties.

The property market generally remained very strong in the early part of the year, with rising property prices.

The entire property portfolio is externally valued at least once annually. Approximately 32 per cent of the properties were externally valued at 30 June 2015 and the remainder were internally valued based on the most recent external valuations. The combined market value was SEK 36.4bn (33.4).

Unrealised changes in value amounted to SEK 1,380m (511). The average required yield declined slightly during the period, amounting to a rounded off figure of 5.2 per cent (5.4 at year-end). The value change of SEK 1,162m (370) in the investmentproperty portfolio mainly resulted from a lower yield requirement in the market, and from properties with rising rent levels and lower vacancies. The project portfolio contributed to a change in value of SEK 218m (141), primarily due to development gains in the major project properties.

The purpose of Fabege's project investments is to reduce vacancy rates and increase rents in the property portfolio, thereby improving cash flows and adding value. The development of properties is a key feature of Fabege's business model and should make a significant contribution to consolidated profit. The aim is to achieve a return of at least 20 per cent on invested capital.

In 2014, project investments slightly exceeded SEK 1.2bn. In view of the considerable project volume in progress, the investment pace is expected to rise during the current year. In the first half of the year, investments in existing properties and projects totalled SEK 1,006m, (520) of which SEK 841m pertained to investments in project and development properties for new builds, extensions and conversions. The return on capital invested in the project portfolio was just over 25 per cent. Capital invested in the property management portfolio was SEK 165m and contributed to the total growth in value.

No major projects were completed during the period.

The project involving the new build of Nationalarenan 8 property is proceeding as planned. Work on the facade, roof and fan room has in large been completed and interior work on completing office space is currently under way. Certain office space has already been completed. The investment, including acquisition of development rights, totals approximately SEK 1.3bn. The property is fully let to TeliaSonera, with occupancy scheduled for second quarter 2016.

The new build of the Winery Hotel on the Järvakrogen 3 property continues. The structure, roof and facade of the building have been completed and work on the interior is now under way. The investment has increased due to difficult soil conditions and is estimated at some SEK 300m. All of the property has been let to The Winery Hotel with occupancy scheduled for January 2016.

The Uarda 7 (formerly Uarda 1, building C) project in Arenastaden is also proceeding as planned. The investment amounts to about SEK 570m. Work on the structure and facade is essentially completed and work on the interior is now starting. Following the recent lettings, to tenants such as KPMG, the occupancy rate is 89 per cent.

In the fourth quarter, an investment slightly exceeding SEK 500m was decided concerning the construction of Uarda 6 (formerly Uarda 1, building B), following the signing of a lease by Siemens. Work on constructing the framework is currently under way. The occupancy rate is 58 per cent.

The project involving construction of SEB's offices in the Pyramiden 4 property in Arenastaden is proceeding. Earthworks and foundation engineering are currently under way while work on constructing the framework has been initiated. Under a supplementary agreement with SEB, the office space will be increased to about 72,200 sqm, with a total lease value of SEK 182m. The investment amounts to some SEK 2.3bn and the new office is scheduled for completion in two phases, spring 2017 and 2018, respectively. The property is fully let to SEB.

Structural image of Stora Frösunda 2 & Hagalund 2:2, Solna

Changes in property value 2015
Opening fair value 2015-01-01 32,559
Property acquisitions 1,416
conversions 1006
Changes in value, existing property portfolio 1,380
Changes in value relating the properties divested
during the year
Sales and disposals
Closing fail value 2015-06-30 36,361
Property name Area Category Lettable
area.sam
Quarter 1
No divestments
Quarter 2
No divestments
Quarter 3
Quarter 4
Total sales of
properties
Lettable
Property name Area Category area, sam
Quarter 1
No acquisitions
Quarter 2
Stora Frösunda 2 Solna Industry/Office 40.723
Hagalund 2:2 Solna Land
Quarter 3
Quarter 4
Total acquisitions of
properties 40.723

ON-GOING PROJECTS > SEK 50M

30 June 2015

Property Lettable Occupancy rate, Estimated rental Carryina Estimated of which,
worked up.
Property listing type Area Completed area, sam area, % 1 value, SEKm 2 amount SEKm investment, SEKm SEKm
Järvakrogen 3 Hotel Solna $Q1-2016$ 7,460 100% 24 269 300 213
Nationalarenan 8 Offices Arenastaden Q2-2016 42.000 100% 109 971 ,311 747
Uarda 6 Offices Arenastaden Q4-2017 18,000 58% 50 259 51 146
Uarda 7 Offices Arenastaden $Q1-2016$ 17.641 89% 52 562 570 355
Pyramiden 4 Offices Arenastaden $Q2-2018$ 72.200 100% 182 637 2.350 365
Total 157,301 94% 417 2,698 5,042 1,826
Other land and project properties 346
2,402
Other development properties
Total projects, land and development properties 5,446

1 Operational occupancy rate 30 June 2015.

2 Rental value including additions. The annual rent for the largest projects in progress could increase to SEK 417m (fully left from SEK Om in annualised current rent as of 30 June 2015.

PROPERTY PORTFOLIO

30 June 2015

30 Jun 2015 Jan - Jun 2015
No. of
properties
Lettable area.
'000 sqm
Market
value SEKm
Rental
value 2
Financial
occupancy rate %
Rental
income SEKm
Property
expenses SEKm
Net operating
income SEKm
Property holdings
Investment properties 1 61 961 30.915 2,104 92 969 $-204$ 765
Development properties 6 110 2,402 121 80 49 $-13$ 36
Land and Project
properties 1 17 0 3.044 0 $-1$ $\mathbf 0$
Total 84 1.071 36,361 2,226 92 1,019 $-218$ 801
Of which, Inner city 29 403 16.031 1,039 92 473 -116 357
Of which, Solna 37 549 17,272 963 92 451 $-83$ 368
Of which, Hammarby
Sjöstad 11 118 2.956 223 87 94 $-19$ 75
Of which, Other 102 100 $\Omega$
Total 84 1,071 36,361 2,226 92 1,019 $-218$ 801
Expenses for lettings, project development and property administration $-62$
Total net operating income after expenses for lettings, project development and property administration 739

1 See definitions on page 15.

2 In the rental value, time limited deductions of about SEK 64m (in rolling annual rental value at 30 June 2015) have not been deducted.

3 The table refers to Fabege's property portfolio on 30 June 2015. Income and expenses were recognised as if the properties were owned for the entire period. The difference between recognised net operating
income above,

SEGMENT REPORTING IN SUMMARY 1

2015
Jan-jun
2015
Jan-jun
2015
Jan-jun
2015
Jan-jun
2014
Jan-jun
2014
Jan-jun
2014
Jan-jun
2014
Jan-jun
Property Property Property Property
SEKm Management Development Transaction Total Management Development Transaction Total
Rental income 946 52 998 1,004 35 1,039
Property expenses -261 $-22$ $-283$ $-290$ $-11$ $-301$
Net operating income 685 30 715 714 24 738
Surplus ratio, % 72% 58% 72% 71% 69% 71%
Central administration $-30$ $-2$ $-32$ -28 -2 $-30$
Net interest expense -277 -16 $-293$ $-327$ $-24$ $-351$
Share in profits of associated companies $-20$ - 1 $-21$ -39 - 1 $-40$
Profit from property management activities 358 11 369 320 -3 317
Realised changes in value of properties 135 135
Unrealised changes in value of properties ,162 218 1,380 370 141 511
Profit/loss before tax per segment 1,520 229 1,750 690 138 135 963
Changes in value, fixed income derivatives and equities 201 $-277$
Profit before tax 1,951 686
Properties, market value 30,915 5,446 36,361 30,856 2,401 33,257
Occupancy rate, % 92% 80% 92% 93% 86% 92%

1 See definitions on page 15

At the end of the quarter, 142 people (137) were employed in the Fabege Group.

Sales during the period amounted to SEK 79m (65) and profit before appropriations and tax was SEK 123m (loss 375). Net investments in property, equipment and shares totalled SEK 0m (0).

The 2015 AGM renewed the authorisation of the Board, not longer than up to the next AGM, to buy back and transfer shares in the company. Share buybacks are subject to a limit of 10 per cent of the total number of outstanding shares at any time. No shares were bought back during the year.

Risks and uncertainties relating to cash flow from operations are primarily attributable to changes in rents, vacancies and interest rates. A more detailed description is presented in the risk section of the 2014 Annual Report (pages 38–41). The effect of the changes on consolidated profit is shown in the risk analysis and in the sensitivity analysis in the 2014 Directors' Report (page 62–67).

Properties are recognised at fair value and changes in value are recognised in profit or loss. The effects of changes in value on consolidated profit, the equity/assets ratio and the loan-to-value ratio are also presented in the risk analysis and the sensitivity analysis in the 2014 annual report. Financial risk, defined as the risk of insufficient access to longterm funding through loans, and Fabege's management of this risk are described in the 2014 annual report (pages 39–40 and 78-79).

No material changes in the company's assessment of risks have arisen following publication of the 2014 annual report. Fabege's aims for the capital structure are to have an equity/assets ratio of at least 30 per cent and an interest coverage ratio of at least 2.0 (including realised changes in value).

Change Effect, SEKm
Rental income, total $1\%$ 20.0
Rent level, commercial income $1\%$ 19.3
Financial occupancy rate percentage point 22.2
Property expenses $1\%$ 5.7
Interest expense, rolling 12 months percentage point 52.0
Interest expenses, longer term perspective percentage point 204.4
Change in value, % Impact on
after-tax
profit, SEKm
Equity/as-
sets ratio, %
Loan-to-
value
ratio, %
$+1$ 284 38.3% 55.6%
$\Omega$ 37.9% 56.2%
$\cdot$ 1 $-284$ 37.5% 56.8%
The sensitivity analysis shows the effects on the Group's cash flow and profit after

Telenor Sverige signed a ten-year agreement for 9,800 sqm of office space at a total annual rental value of approximately SEK 31m, including garage in the Lagern 2 property in Solna. The agreement will be the start of Fabege's planned development of office building rights in Råsunda. Occupation is scheduled for the second half year of 2018. The property is currently owned jointly with PEAB, but the aim is that it will be acquired and developed by Fabege.

Expenses for the running and maintenance of properties are subject to seasonal variations. For example, cold and snowy winters give rise to higher costs for heating and snow clearance, while hot summers result in higher cooling costs. During the first and fourth quarter, the warm and snowless winter season contributed to lower running costs and a strong surplus ratio. Activity in the rental market is seasonal. Normally, more business transactions are completed during the second and fourth quarters, whereby net lettings during these quarters are usually higher.

With strong market conditions and an attractive property and project portfolio, Fabege is well positioned to capitalise on the opportunities that lie ahead. What we see ahead of us is healthy development, in which all parts of the operation contribute to strong aggregate earnings.

Fabege prepares its consolidated financial statements according to International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). The interim report has been prepared in accordance with IAS 34 Interim Financial Reporting.

The Group applies the same accounting policies and valuation methods as in the latest annual report. New or revised IFRS standards or other IFRIC interpretations that came into effect after 1 January 2015 have not had any material impact on consolidated income statements or balance sheets.

The Parent Company prepares its financial statements according to RFR 2, Accounting for Legal Entities, and the Swedish Annual Accounts Act and applies the same accounting policies and valuation methods as in the latest annual report.

The Board of Directors and the Chief Executive Officer hereby certify that the six-month report provides a true and fair summary of the Parent Company's and the Group' operations, position and earnings, and describes material risks and uncertainties faced by the company and the companies included in the Group.

Stockholm, 6 July 2015

Erik Paulsson Chairman of the Board

Pär Nuder Director

Eva Eriksson Director

Märtha Josefsson Director

Mats Qviberg Director

Svante Paulsson Director

Christian Hermelin Director and Chief Executive Officer

The first solar panels have now been installed on the roof of TeliaSonera's new head office, Nationalarenan 8 in Arenastaden. The solar panels convert solar energy to electricity.

The installation helps to reduce carbon emissions and will comprise about 800 sqm of solar panels with annual production of some 110 MWh, corresponding to the annual use of household electricity for 33 apartments. The property has been engineered to fulfil the requirements for environmental certification at the BREEAM.SE Excellent level. This system encompasses the entire construction process, everything from the building's energy consumption, indoor climate, water and waste management to the impact on the surrounding environment and the building's location in relation to transport facilities.

Fabege aims to environmentally certifying all new builds and major redevelopments.

Number of Proportion Proportion
shares of equity, % of votes,%
Erik Paulsson with family, privately and company 25 051 150 15,1 15,1
BlackRock Inc. 8 9 38 4 54 5,4 5,4
Oresund Investment AB 5 500 000 3,3 3,3
Länsförsäkringar fond management 4 285 391 2,6 2,6
Mats Qviberg with family 3707244 2,2 2,2
Norges Bank Investment Management 3 628 578 2,2 2,2
SHB funds 3 396 454 2,0 2,0
ENA City AB 2734000 1,7 1,7
SHB pension fund 2 420 000 1,5 1,5
Principal funds 2 333 219 1,4 1,4
Blue Sky Group Stitching 1857656 1,1 1,1
ING (L) Invest Funds 1 640 000 1,0 1,0
Fourth AP fund 1 405 098 0,8 0,8
Folketrygdfondet 1 373 826 0, 8 0,8
Pensioenfonds PGGM 1 332 000 0, 8 0,8
Total 15 largest shareholders 69 603 070 42,0 42,0
Other foreign shareholders 51 354 065 31,0 31,0
Other Swedish shareholders 44 434 437 27,0 27,0
Total no. of
shares outstanding 165 391 572 100,0 100,0
Treasury shares 0 0 0
Total no. of registrated shares 165 391 572 100,0 100,0

The Fabege share is traded on Nasdaq Stockholm, BOAT, BATS Chi-X and the London Stock Exchange.

No. of shareholders as of 31 May 2015: 39,465

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CONSOLIDATED CONDENSED STATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME

2015 2014 2015 2014 2014 Rolling 12 m Jul
SEKm Apr-Jun Apr-Jun Jan-Jun Jan-Jun Jan-Dec 14- Jun 15
Rental income 496 526 998 1,039 2,087 2,046
Property expenses $-131$ $-137$ $-283$ $-301$ $-602$ $-584$
Net operating income 365 389 715 738 1,485 1,462
Surplus ratio, % 74% 74% 72% 71% 71% 72%
Central administration $-16$ $-15$ $-32$ $-30$ $-67$ $-69$
Net interest/expense $-140$ $-180$ $-293$ $-351$ $-664$ $-606$
Share in profits of associated companies -8 $-27$ $-21$ $-40$ $-72$ $-53$
Profit/loss from property management 201 167 369 317 682 734
Realised changes in value of properties $\Omega$ 52 135 300 166
Unrealised changes in value of properties 673 299 1,380 511 ,339 2,208
Unrealised changes in value, fixed income derivatives 194 $-146$ 137 $-287$ $-473$ $-49$
Changes in value of shares $\cdot$ 3 $-16$ 64 10 19 73
Profit/loss before tax 1,065 356 1,951 686 1,867 3,132
Current tax $\Omega$ 16 $\Omega$ $-58$ $-61$ $-3$
Deferred tax $-235$ $-49$ $-416$ $-65$ $-68$ $-419$
Profit/loss for period/year 830 323 1,535 563 1,738 2,710
Items that will not be restated in profit or loss
Revaluation of defined-benefit pensions $-10$ $-10$
Comprahensive income for the period/year 830 323 1,535 563 1,728 2,700
Earnings per share, SEK 5:02 1:95 9:28 3:40 10:51 16:39
Total earnings per share, SEK 5:02 1:95 9:28 3:40 10:45 16:32
No. of shares at period end, millions 165.4 165.4 165.4 165.4 165.4 165.4
Average no. of shares, million 165.4 165.4 165.4 165.4 165.4 165.4

CONSOLIDATED CONDENSED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION

2015 2014 2014
SEKm 30 Jun 30 Jun 31 Dec
Assets
Properties 36,361 33,257 32,559
Other tangible fixed assets
Financial fixed assets ,644 ,492 ,542
Current assets 506 856 ,859
Short-term investments 48 34
Cash and cash equivalents 411 263 23
Total assets 38,971 35,869 36,018
Equity and liabilities
Shareholder's equity 14,780 12,618 13,783
Provisions 1,494 1,142 ,084
Interest-bearing liabilities 1 20,436 20,402 19,551
Other long-term liabilities 615
Derivative instrument 783 734 920
Non-interest-bearing liabilities 863 973 680
Total equity and liabilities 38,971 35,869 36,018
Equity/assets ratio, % 38 35 38
Contingent liabilities ,058 1,068 1,058
$101 + 11$ $120 - 071$ $10017 - 17071$

1 Of which shortterm SEK 10,817m (7,071)

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY

SEKm Shareholders'
equity
Of which,
attributable to
Parent Company
shareholders
Shareholders' equity, 1 January 2014, according to adopted Statement of financial position 12,551 12,551
Cash dividend -496 -496
Profit for the period 1,738 1,738
Other comprehensive income $-10$ $-10$
Shareholders' equity, 31 December 2014 13,783 13,783
Cash dividend $-538$ $-538$
Profit for the period 1.535 1,535
Other comprehensive income
Shareholders' equity, 30 June 2015 14,780 14,780

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS'

2015 2014 2014
SEKm Jan-Jun Jan-Jun Jan-Dec
Operations
Net operating income 715 738 1,485
Central administration $-32$ $-30$ $-67$
Reversal of depreciation 0
Interest received 14 13 19
Interest paid $-272$ $-317$ $-724$
Income tax paid 2 $\mathbf 0$ $-1.473$ $-1,607$
Cash flow before changes in working capital 425 $-1,068$ $-893$
Change in working capital
Change in current receivables 907 36 $-919$
Change in current liabilities 50 $-56$ $-102$
Total change in working capital 957 $-20$ $-1,021$
Cash flow from operating activities 1,382 $-1,088$ $-1,914$
Investing activities
Investments in new-builds, extensions and conversions $-987$ $-513$ $-1,233$
Acquisition of properties $-800$ $-105$
Divestment of properties 519 848 3,259
Other tangible fixed assets $-72$ 51 $-100$
Cash flow from investing activities $-1,340$ 386 1,821
Financing activities
Dividend to shareholders $-538$ $-496$ $-496$
Change in interest bearing liabilities 884 1,364 514
Cash flow from investing activities 346 868 18
Cash flow for the period 388 165 $-75$
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period 23 98 98
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period 411 263 23

2 The amount of SEK-1 607m for the full year 2014 income tax paid is composed entirely of tax payments as a result of convictions in the tax matters relating to previous real estate
transactions.

CONSOLIDATED KEY FIGURES

2015 2014 2014
Financial Jan-Jun Jan-Jun Jan-Dec
Return on capital employed, % 12.7 6.3 7.6
Return on equity, % 21.5 8.9 13.2
Interest coverage ratio, multiple 2.2 2.3 2.4
Equity/assets ratio 38 35 38
Loan-to-value ratio, properties 56 61 60
Debt/equity ratio, multiple 1.4 1.6 1.4
Share related 1
Earnings per share, SEK 9:28 3:40 10:51
Total earnings per share, SEK 9:28 3:40 10:45
Equity per share, SEK 89 76 83
Cash flow from operating activities per share, SEK 2 8:35 $-6.57$ $-11.58$
EPRA NAV, SEK per share 102 87 95
EPRA, EPS 2.18 1.01 4.09
No. of outstanding shares at end of period, thousands 165,392 165,392 165,392
Average number of shares, thousands 165,392 165,392 165,392
Property-related
No. of properties 84 87 80
Carrying amount, Properties, SEKm 36,361 33,257 32,559
Lettable area, sam 1,071,000 1,114,000 1,030,000
Financial occupancy rate, % 92 92 94
Surplus ratio, % 72 71 71

1 No dilution is possible because no potential dilution shares (such as convertible debentures) exist.

The key figure changed from 1 January 2014. Performance measure is affected during 2014 of tax payments of SSEK-1 607m as a result of convictions in the tax matters relating to previous real estate transactions.

Derivatives are measured continuously at fair value in compliance with level 2, with the exception of the callable swaps measured in accordance with level 3. Changes in value are recognised in profit or loss. IAS 39 has been applied also in the Parent Company since 2006. No changes in the measurement model have occurred.

Group Parent Company
IFRS, level 3 2015
30 Jun
2014
31 Dec
2015
30 Jun
2014
31 Dec
Opening value $-521$ $-358$ $-521$ $-358$
Acquisitions/Investments
Changes in value 49 $-163$ 49 $-163$
Matured
Closing value $-472$ $-521$ $-472$ -521
Carrying amount $-472$ $-521$ $-472$ $-521$
$\cdots$
.
.
.
$\cdots$ $\cdots$
and the control
.
2015 2014 2014
SEKm Jan-Jun Jan-Jun Jan-Dec
Income 79 65 130
Expenses $-113$ $-103$ $-212$
Net financial items $-44$ -60 ,309
Changes in value, fixed-income derivatives 137 $-287$ $-473$
Changes in value, equities 64 10 19
Profit before tax 123 $-375$ 773
Current Tax
Deferred $-16$ 84 193
Profit for the period/year 107 $-291$ 966
2015 2014 2014
SEKm 30 Jun 30 Jun 31 Dec
Participation in Group companies 12,992 12,992 12,992
Other fixed assets 40,715 39,997 39,888
of which, receivables from Group companies 39,749 39,201 39,003
Current assets 143 49 1,090
Cash and cash equivalents 409 268 21
Total assets 54,259 53,306 53,991
Shareholders' equity 12,031 11,203 12,461
Provisions 68 68 68
Long-term liabilities 36,051 39,608 34,708
of which, liabilities to Group companies 21,082 21,914 21,658
Current liabilities 6,109 2,427 6,754
Total equity and liabilities 54,259 53,306 53,991

Quarterly overview

CONDENSED INCOME STATEMENT, AMOUNTS IN SEKM 2015 2014 Quarter 2 Quarter 1 Quarter 4 Quarter 3 Quarter 2 Quarter 1 Quarter 4 Quarter 3 Rental income 496 502 522 526 526 513 Property expenses $-131$ $-152$ $-157$ $-144$ $-137$ $-164$ Net operating income $365$ 350 $365$ $382$ 389 349 74% 70% 73% 74% 70% 68% Surplus ratio, % Central administration $-16$ $-16$ $-21$ $-16$ $-15$ $-15$ Net interest expence $-140$ $-153$ $-155$ $-158$ $-180$ $-171$ $\frac{1}{13}$ $-15$ $\frac{1}{17}$ Share in profits of associated companies $-27$ $-13$ $-8$ $\overline{201}$ Profit/loss from property management $168$ $174$ $191$ $167$ $150$ Realised changes in value of properties 165 $52$ $83$ $\overline{0}$ 707 258 299 Unrealised value of properties $673$ 570 $212$ Unrealised changes in value, fixed-income derivatives 194 $-57$ $-96$ $-90$ $-146$ $-141$ Changes in value, equities $67$ $\overline{22}$ $-13$ $-16$ $-3$ 26 Profit for the period/year 1065 886 835 $\overline{346}$ 356 $\overline{330}$

$\overline{0}$

$-235$

830

CONDENSED FINANCIAL POSITION, AMOUNTS IN SEKM

Comprehensive income for the period/year

2015 2014 2013
Quarter 2 Quarter 1 Quarter 4 Quarter 3 Quarter 2 Quarter 1 Quarter 4 Quarter 3
Assets
Properties 36,361 33,763 32,559 33,868 33,257 33,640 33,384 32,773
Other tangible fixed assets 0 $\circ$
Financial fixed assets .644 1,634 542. 1,475 1,492 610, ا 1,584 567, ا
Current assets 506 1,933 1,859 318 856 744 365 954
Short term investments 48 38 34
Cash and cash equivalents 411 62 23 198 263 148 98 29
Total assets 38,971 37,431 36,018 35,860 35,869 36,143 35,431 35,323
Equitites and liabilities
Shareholders' equity 14,780 13,951 13,783 12,883 12,618 12,295 12,551 12,459
Provisions 1,494 1,265 1,084 1,218 1,142 1,097 1,083 1,051
Interest-bearing liabilities 20,436 19,733 19,551 20,136 20,402 20,073 19,038 18,780
Other long-term liabilities 615
Derivative instruments 783 977 920 824 734 588 447 392
Non-interest bearing liabilitis 863 ,505 680 799 973 2,090 2,312 2,641
Total equity and liabilities 38,971 37,431 36,018 35,860 35,869 36,143 35,431 35,323

$\overline{\circ}$

$-181$

$705$

$\overline{\cdot 3}$

$-78$

$\overline{265}$

$\overline{75}$

$910$

$\overline{16}$

$-49$

$\overline{323}$

$-74$

$-16$

$240$

KEY FIGURES

Current tax

Deferred tax

2015 2014 2013
Quarter 2 Quarter 1 Quarter 4 Quarter 3 Quarter 2 Quarter 1 Quarter 4 Quarter 3
Financial
Return on capital employed, % 13.4 12.2 11.7 6.1 6.4 6.2 5.3 8.9
Return on equtiy, % 23.2 20.3 27.3 8.3 10.3 7.7 2.5 13.7
Interest coverage ratio, multiple 2.3 2.0 3.1 2.1 2.2 2.3 1.9 2.1
Equity/assets ratio, % 38 37 38 36 35 34 35 35
Loan-to-value ratio, properties, % 56 58 60 59 61 60 57 57
Debt/equity raio, multiple 1.4 1.4 1.4 1.6 1.6 1.6 1.5 1.5
Share-related
Earnings per share, SEK 5:02 4:26 5:50 1:60 1:95 1:45 0:48 2:54
Total earnings per share, SEK 89 84 83 78 76 74 76 75
Cash flow from operating activities per share, SEK 1 6:99 1:36 $-5:27$ 0:26 $-2:07$ $-4:50$ $-1:84$ 2:04
EPRA NAV, SEK per share 102 97 95 89 87 84 84 83
EPRA EPS 1.17 1.01 1.04 1.12 1.01 0.93 0.86 0.91
No. Of shares outstanding at the end of the period, thousands 165,392 165,392 165,392 165,392 165,392 165,392 165,392 165,392
Average nuber of shares, thousands 165,392 165,392 165,392 165,392 165,392 165,392 165,162 165,086
Property-related
Financial occupancy rate, % 92 93 94 92 92 92 93 92
Surplus ratio, % 74 70 70 73 74 68 66 72

2013

$513$

$-146$

$\overline{367}$

72%

$-16$

$-178$

$\frac{1}{11}$

$162$

$\overline{30}$

$\overline{162}$

$46\,$

$\overline{111}$

$\overline{511}$

$\overline{2}$

$-93$

$420$

514

$-174$

340

66%

$-16$

$-174$

$\overline{152}$

$\overline{10}$

$\overline{147}$

$-55$

$-12$

$\overline{242}$

$-118$

$-45$

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$\overline{2}$

Profit for the period/year divided by average shareholders' equity. In interim reports, the return is converted to its annualised value without taking account of seasonal variations.

Profit before tax plus interest expenses, divided by average capital employed. In interim reports, the return is converted to its annualised value without taking account of seasonal variations.

Interest-bearing liabilities divided by the carrying amount of the properties at the end of the period.

Dividend for the year divided by the share price at year-end.

Parent Company shareholders' share of equity according to the balance sheet, divided by the number of shares at the end of the period.

Lease value divided by rental value at the end of the period.

Profit from property management less tax at a nominal rate attributable to profit from property management divided by average number of shares. Taxable profit from property management is defined as profit from property management less such amounts as tax-deductible depreciation and remodelling.

Shareholders' equity per share following the reversal of fixed-income derivatives and deferred tax according to the balance sheet.

Properties that are being actively managed on an on-going basis.

Properties in which a conversion or extension is in progress or planned that has a significant impact on the property's net operating income. Net operating income is affected either directly by the project or by limitations on lettings prior to impending improvement work.

Lease value plus estimated annual rent for vacant premises after a reasonable general renovation.

Cash flow from operating activities (after changes in working capital) divided by the average number of outstanding shares.

Stated as an annual value. Index-adjusted basic rent under the rental agreement plus rent supplements.

Land and development properties and properties in which a new build/complete redevelopment is in progress.

New lettings during the period less terminations to vacate.

Parent Company shareholders' share of profit after tax for the period divided by average number of outstanding shares during the period.

Profit/loss before tax plus financial expenses and plus/minus unrealised changes in value, divided by financial expenses.

In accordance with IFRS 8, segments are presented from the point of view of management, divided into the following segments: Property Management, Property Development and Transaction. Rental income and property expenses, as well as realised and unrealised changes in value including tax, are directly attributable to properties in each segment (direct income and expenses). In cases where a property changes character during the year, earnings attributable to the property are allocated to each segment based on the period of time that the property belonged to each segment. Central administration and items in net financial expense have been allocated to the segments in a standardised manner based on each segment's share of the total property value (indirect income and expenses). Property assets are directly attributed to each segment and recognised on the balance sheet date.

Interest-bearing liabilities divided by shareholders' equity.

Shareholders' equity divided by total assets.

Total assets less non-interest bearing liabilities and provisions.

Net operating income for the period plus unrealised and realised changes in the value of properties divided by market value at period end.

Proportion of leases that are extended in relation to the proportion of cancellable leases.

Net operating income divided by rental income.

Fabege is one of Sweden's leading property companies focusing mainly on letting and managing office premises as well as property development. The company offers modern premises in prime locations in fastgrowing submarkets in the Stockholm region, such as Stockholm inner city, Solna and Hammarby Sjöstad.

Fabege offers attractive and efficient premises, mainly offices but also retail and other premises. The concentration of properties to wellcontained clusters brings the company closer to its customers, which, coupled with Fabege's extensive local expertise, creates a solid foundation for efficient property management and high occupancy. As per 30 June 2015, Fabege owned 84 properties whose combined market value was SEK 36.4bn. The rental value was SEK 2.2bn.

Fabege's business concept focuses on commercial properties in the Stockholm region, with a particular emphasis on a limited number of fast-growing sub-markets. Fabege aims to create value by managing, improving and actively adjusting its property portfolio through sales and acquisitions. Accrued value should be realised at the right time.

Fabege's operational activities are conducted in three business areas: Property Management, Property Development and Transaction.

Fabege's strategy is to create value by managing and developing the property portfolio and – via transactions – acquiring properties with favourable growth potential and divesting properties located outside the company's prioritised areas. Fabege's properties are located in the most liquid market in Sweden. Attractive locations lead to a low vacancy rate in the property management portfolio. Modern properties permit flexible solutions and attract customers. With its concentrated portfolio and high-profile local presence, investments aimed at raising the attractiveness of an area benefit many of Fabege's customers.

Fabege's operations are impacted by a number of external factors which, together with the transaction volume and the trend in the office market in Stockholm, represent the prerequisites for the company's success.

The Stockholm region is one of the five metropolitan areas in Western Europe where the population is increasing the most. According to forecasts, Stockholm County will have half a million inhabitants more than today by 2030. The largest growth will also occur among people in the active labour force, resulting in higher demand for office premises.

New technology and new work methods contribute to higher demand for flexible and space-efficient premises in prime locations. Excellent peripheral service and good communication links in the form of public transport services are increasingly requested, as is environmental certification.

The trend for both the Swedish and global economy has an impact on the property market. Low vacancy rates in Stockholm's inner city and a strengthened economic climate have historically meant rising rents.

Sustainability issues are becoming increasingly important, with respect to both individual properties and the entire area. Environmental considerations involving choices of material and energy-saving measures are on the rise. Demand is increasing for premises in areas with a favourable mix of offices, retail, service and residential units, as well as excellent transport links and environmental commitment.

The essence of Fabege's operations is finding the right premises for a customer's specific requirements and ensuring that the customer is content. This is accomplished through longterm work based on close dialogue with the customer, thus building mutual trust and loyalty.

Property transactions are an integral part of Fabege's business model and make a significant contribution to consolidated profit. The company continuously analyses its property portfolio to take advantage of opportunities to increase capital growth, through both acquisitions and divestments.

High-quality property development is the second key cornerstone of our business. Fabege has long-standing expertise in pursuing extensive property development projects with the aim of attracting long-term tenants to properties that have not yet been fully developed and can be redesigned based on the customer's specific requirements.

FINANCIAL CALENDAR

Interim report Jan-June 2015 Interim report Jan-September 2015 Year-end report 2015

6 July 2015 20 October 2015 4 February 2016

PRESS RELEASES DURING THE SECOND QUARTER

1 July 2015 Telenor Sweden relocates to newly built office in Råsunda 3 June 2015 KPMG relocates parts of its operations to Arenastaden 28 May 2015 Fabege wins Best Interim Report competition 28 May 2015 Fabege growing in Solna 28 April 2015 Fabege acquires development property in Solna Business Park

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CHRISTIAN HERMELIN Chief Executive Officer Phone: +46 (0)8-555 148 25 +46 (0)733-87 18 25

ÅSA BERGSTRÖM Chief Financial Officer/Executive Vice President Phone: +46 (0) 8-555 148 29, +46 (0)706 66 13 80

The information in this report is of the type that Fabege is required to disclose according to the Securities Market Act. The information was released for publication on 6 July 2015.

Fabege AB (publ) Box 730, 169 27 Solna Besök: Pyramidvägen 7, 169 56 Solna Telefon: 08-555 148 00 E-post: [email protected] Internet: www.fabege.se Organisationsnummer: 556049-1523 Styrelsens säte: Stockholm

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