Vasakronan Stable performance in the fourth quarter

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1 Investment Research 9 February 2015 Vasakronan Stable performance in the fourth quarter Vasakronan s rental income fell slightly during the quarter compared to Q3 14 but showed an increase of 1% on a like-for-like basis. The Group s financial position remains strong with a net loan-to-value ratio at 49%. The economical occupancy rate decreased due to single major vacancies of premises subject to renovation and modernisation. Several projects were completed during the quarter, which led to lower capital expenditures. Dividends of SEK4bn plus Group contribution of SEK924m have been proposed to the board, which is about SEK1bn more than last year s distribution. We still view Vasakronan as a A- credit, including two notches uplift for ownership support. The outlook remains stable. Solid performance; occupancy rate declined slightly Vasakronan s reported rental income of SEK5,899m for the full year 2014, down by about 2% compared to the full year The economical occupancy rate declined to 92%, compared with 93.4% in Q3 14, negatively affected by single major vacancies of premises subject to renovation and modernisation. 1.5% (Q3 14: 0.5%) of the vacancy rate is related to ongoing projects, while 0.7% is explained by vacancies in development properties. Valuation increases for the property portfolio amounted to 4.1% over the year and the total property portfolio is now worth SEK91.9bn. Dividends of SEK4bn plus Group contribution of SEK924m have been proposed to the board, which is about SEK1bn more than last year s distribution. Several projects were completed during the quarter, resulting in lower capex by SEK3.1bn for the full year. The average lease term was 4.6 years (Q3 13: 4.3 years), fixed interest period was 5.1 years (Q3 14: 4.2 years) and interest coverage ratio was 1.9x. Average interest rate decreased to 2.5%, compared to 3.0% at year-end Strong financial position Loan-to-value was unchanged at 49% during the quarter. Net debt to EBITDA increased during the year and amounted to 11.1x, compared with 10.2x in Positively Vasakronan was able to defend its FFO/debt at 6% for the full year. Net interest expenses continued to improve following lower credit spreads. Financials Rental income 5,508 6,048 5,969 6,032 5,899 EBITDA 3,587 4,117 4,190 4,192 4,078 EBIT 7,616 7,863 5,382 6,093 7,597 Net interest exp. -1,171-2,580-2, ,212 Net profit 5,303 3,938 3,923 4,818 2,743 FFO 2,339 2,386 2,432 2,600 2,789 Capex -2,066-1,900-2,220-2,417-2,813 Investment properties 77,633 82,370 84,074 87,145 91,940 Total debt 46,490 46,294 44,833 45,274 46,839 Net debt 44,045 43,814 43,217 42,704 45,082 Equity 26,697 29,716 32,660 36,357 35,094 Ratios EBITDA-margin 65% 68% 70% 69% 69% FFO / net debt 5% 5% 6% 6% 6% EBITDA interest coverage LTV (Gross) 60% 56% 53% 52% 51% Facts Sector: Real Estate Corporate ticker: FASTIG Equity ticker: 1276Z SS Market cap: Not listed Ratings: Rating agencies: Not rated Danske Bank Markets: Issuer rating A- / S Senior unsecured: A- / S Analysts: Emil Hjalmarsson emil.hjalmarsson@danskebank.com +46 (0) Louis Landeman louis.landeman@danskebank.com Profitability SEKbn 6,0 5,0 4,0 3,0 2,0 1,0 0,0 Financial metrics SEKbn % 75% 60% 45% 30% 15% 0% Rent income EBITDA EBITDA margin (rhs) x 16x 12x 8x 4x 0x Net debt Equity Net debt/ebitda (rhs) Important disclosures and certifications are contained from page 5 of this report.

2 Increased ownership support In connection with the Q3 14 report, Vasakronan announced that it had entered into an agreement with its owners, AP1, AP2, AP3 and AP4, related to a funding commitment from the owners. The agreement stipulates that the owners, upon request from Vasakronan, commit to purchase commercial papers issued by the company up to a maximum volume of SEK18bn. The agreement is valid until 31 August 2017 and with a notice period of 24 months. If the agreement is not terminated the maturity will automatically be extended, with a notice period of 24 months. As this agreement both covers a larger volume and is longer than Vasakronan s committed credit facilities from banks that have a one year maturity (which now will be terminated), this means that Vasakronan strengthens its liquidity position. Rental income geographical split Uppsala; 12% Göteborg; 19% Öresund; 7% Stockholm; 61% Financial policy Vasakronan has a conservative financial policy covering financing risks, interest rate risks, credit risks as well as exchange rate risks. It stipulates that Vasakronan must not be exposed to exchange rates and can only be exposed to counterparties with a credit rating of at least A-. Moreover, Vasakronan s average capital fixings shall be at least two years (Q4 14: 3.3 years) and the amount of loans maturing within 12 months shall not exceed 40% (Q4 14: 26%). The total amount of committed credit facilities in addition to cash and cash equivalents shall cover the amount of loans maturing within 12 months (Q4 14: 162%). Furthermore, the company shall have an interest coverage of at least 1.9 times (Q4 14: 3.2x, reported), interest rate fixings shall be between 1-6 years (Q4 14: 5.1 years) and the interest rates fixings maturing within 12 months cannot exceed 70% (Q4 14: 34%). At the end of 2014, Vasakronan fulfilled all the set targets in the financial policy. Our view of Vasakronan Vasakronan presented a solid report for the fourth quarter. Rental income as well as profitability have shown very limited volatility over the past years. Moreover, Vasakronan s strong balance sheet remains intact and the company s continues to enjoy low vacancy rates despite the small increase in Q3-Q4.The risks associated with the increasing project portfolio are partly mitigated by a conservative financial policy and strong access to liquidity. The new agreement with the owners regarding access to liquidity up to SEK18bn is a strong liquidity factor and a clear sign of explicit ownership support. Taking comfort in the owners financial commitment to Vasakronan we now add an additional notch of ownership support to our stand-alone view of the company. We consider Vasakronan as a A- credit, reflecting a stand-alone profile at BBB and two notches uplift for ownership support. The outlook is stable. 2 9 February

3 Peer pricing Akademiska Hus Hufvudstdn Fastg Lejonfast Ab Rikshem Ab Stangastaden Statliga Akademi Uppsalahem Ab Vasakronan Ab Wihlborgs Fastig Source: Bloomberg, Danske Bank Markets 3 9 February

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6 Risk warning Major risks connected with recommendations or opinions in this research report, including a sensitivity analysis of relevant assumptions, are stated throughout the text. Expected updates Credit Update: This research report will be updated on a quarterly basis following the quarterly results statements from Vasakronan. Scandi Handbook: This research report will be updated biannually, usually in April and October. See the front page of this research report for the date of first publication. Recommendation structure Investment recommendations are based on the expected development in the credit profile as well as relative value compared with the sector and peers. As at 31 December 2014 Danske Bank Markets had investment recommendations on 50 corporate bond issuers. The distribution of recommendations is represented in the distribution of recommendations column below. The proportion of issuers corresponding to each of the recommendation categories above to which Danske Bank provided investment banking services in the previous 12 months ending 31 December 2014 is shown below. Rating Anticipated performance Time horizon Distribution of recommendations Investment banking relationships Overweight Outperformance relative to peer group 3 months 30% 33% Marketweight Performance in line with peer group 3 months 54% 41% Underweight Underperformance relative to peer group 3 months 16% 38% Changes in recommendation within past 12 months: Date New recommendation Old recommendation 30 September 2014 Not Rated N/A General disclaimer This research has been prepared by Danske Bank Markets (a division of Danske Bank A/S). It is provided for informational purposes only. It does not constitute or form part of, and shall under no circumstances be considered as, an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to purchase or sell any relevant financial instruments (i.e. financial instruments mentioned herein or other financial instruments of any issuer mentioned herein and/or options, warrants, rights or other interests with respect to any such financial instruments) ( Relevant Financial Instruments ). The research report has been prepared independently and solely on the basis of publicly available information that Danske Bank considers to be reliable. While reasonable care has been taken to ensure that its contents are not untrue or misleading, no representation is made as to its accuracy or completeness and Danske Bank, its affiliates and subsidiaries accept no liability whatsoever for any direct or consequential loss, including without limitation any loss of profits, arising from reliance on this research report. The opinions expressed herein are the opinions of the research analysts responsible for the research report and reflect their judgement as of the date hereof. These opinions are subject to change, and Danske Bank does not undertake to notify any recipient of this research report of any such change nor of any other changes related to the information provided in this research report. This research report is not intended for retail customers in the United Kingdom or the United States. This research report is protected by copyright and is intended solely for the designated addressee. It may not be reproduced or distributed, in whole or in part, by any recipient for any purpose without Danske Bank s prior written consent. Disclaimer related to distribution in the United States This research report is distributed in the United States by Danske Markets Inc., a U.S. registered broker-dealer and subsidiary of Danske Bank, pursuant to SEC Rule 15a-6 and related interpretations issued by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The research report is intended for distribution in the United States solely to U.S. institutional investors as defined in SEC Rule 15a-6. Danske Markets Inc. accepts responsibility for this research report in connection with distribution in the United States solely to U.S. institutional investors. 6 9 February

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