EfTEN Real Estate Fund AS Highlights February Performance

EfTEN Real Estate Fund's February Financial Insights

In February, EfTEN Real Estate Fund AS showcased a strong performance, earning consolidated rental income of EUR 2,566 thousand. This represents an increase of EUR 9 thousand compared to January. A key contributor to this growth was the quarterly increase in rental income from the Ermi care home, which is slated to start generating full rental income from August.

Future Developments Impacting Earnings

The fund’s acquisition of the ICONFIT production and warehouse site last autumn will come to fruition with its completion set for April 2025. This strategic investment is expected to boost the fund's monthly rental income by nearly EUR 40 thousand, enhancing overall revenue streams.

Vacancy Rates and Space Optimization

The fund’s vacancy rate remained low at 3.9%, with the office space vacancy rate unchanged at 14%. Notably, the office buildings at Menulio 11 in Vilnius and Pärnu mnt 102 in Tallinn are undergoing renovations to adapt vacant spaces into smaller units, aligning with market demands. Prospective tenants are already interested in some of these newly designed spaces, indicating a positive outlook.

Growth in EBITDA and Sustainable Financial Management

During this month, the consolidated EBITDA of the fund reached EUR 2,149 thousand, reflecting an impressive increase of EUR 106 thousand compared to January. This upward trend in EBITDA was primarily attributed to lower property maintenance costs associated with the fund’s investment properties, showcasing effective financial management and cost reduction strategies.

Interest Rate Improvements

The weighted average interest rate of the fund's subsidiaries’ loans decreased to 4.58% at the end of February, marking a decline of 0.2 percentage points from the previous month. Since December, when interest rates peaked, there’s been a total drop of 1.33 percentage points. Although the fund's loan obligations increased by 0.8% due to new projects, the consolidated interest expenses have significantly declined by 16% year-over-year. For the first two months of the year, the adjusted cash flow (EBITDA minus loan and interest payments) was EUR 1,829 thousand, showing a commendable rise of EUR 147 thousand (8.8%) from the same timeframe last year.

A Strong Cash Position

As of February 28, 2025, EfTEN’s consolidated cash balance surged by EUR 762 thousand in January, now standing at EUR 22,388 thousand, which includes short-term deposits. This robust cash position not only highlights the fund's strong financial health but also sets a solid foundation for future investments and operational stability.

Net Asset Value (NAV) Performance

The net asset value (NAV) per share of the fund as of this date was EUR 20.6189, with the EPRA NRV reported at EUR 21.476. This reflects a reasonable increase of 0.6% in February, consistent with typical monthly trends.

Contact Information

For further inquiries, you may reach out to Marilin Hein, CFO, via phone at +372 6559 515 or email at marilin.hein@eften.ee.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the rental income for EfTEN Real Estate Fund AS in February?

The rental income for February was EUR 2,566 thousand, which is slightly higher than January's income.

How is the fund preparing for its future earnings?

The completion of the ICONFIT production and warehouse in April 2025 is expected to increase the monthly rental income by approximately EUR 40 thousand.

What is the fund's current vacancy rate?

The fund's vacancy rate held steady at 3.9% in February, with office spaces maintaining a vacancy rate of 14%.

How has the EBITDA changed from January?

The consolidated EBITDA rose to EUR 2,149 thousand in February, an increase of EUR 106 thousand from January.

What is the NAV per share of the fund?

The fund's NAV per share as of February 28, 2025, was EUR 20.6189, with a 0.6% increase noted for the month.

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