24th Nov 2022 12:33
(Alliance News) - Palace Capital PLC on Thursday said it swung to a loss in the first half of its financial year, following a valuation deficit of GBP15.6 million.
The London-based property investment company reported a pretax loss of GBP12.4 million in the six months that ended September 30, swung from a profit of GBP8.0 million the year before, due to higher borrowing costs and the GBP15.6 million valuation deficit.
Revenue halved to GBP14.3 million from GBP29.8 million, as Palace Capital said the commercial property market has been hurt by a lack of investment activity and the downward re-pricing of assets.
Despite falling into loss, Palace Capital said it will pay a 3.75p per share interim dividend in January.
Looking ahead, Palace Capital said its priority is to actively manage its portfolio and further reduce gross debt through selective sales of smaller properties.
Palace Capital shares were down 4.9% to 209.26p at midday on Thursday in London.
By Jaskeet Briah; [email protected]
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