19th Sep 2023 10:36
British Land Co PLC - London-based commercial property developer and investor - Increases retail park estimated rental value growth guidance for financial 2024 to between 3% and 5% from 2% to 4%, since "we continue to lease significantly above ERV". Has leased 511,000 square feet at 15.3% above ERV in the five months to August 30, with 677,000 square foot at 19.4% above ERV under offer. Says strong demand, limited supply, company's scale and focus on operational execution are keeping occupancy at 99% and "giving us strong pricing power." Notes five deals with Frasers Group PLC including two with Sports Direct causing premises at two England retail parks to "double in size" to 21,000 and 24,000 sq ft. Also notes a 23,000 sq ft letting to Primark in Scotland and a 43,000 sq ft letting with B&M in England. Says retail parks are "an attractive and liquid investment in the direct market." Read More
