Core Viewpoint - Swire Group's Hong Kong headquarters has laid off approximately 10% of its staff, affecting around 40 employees across departments such as sustainability, finance, and risk management, including the head of sustainability, Mark Harper [1][2]. Group 1: Company Restructuring - The recent layoffs mark the first significant job cuts at Swire Group's headquarters in years, as the company aims to enhance overall efficiency and streamline processes [2]. - Swire Group, established in 1816, operates in five major sectors: real estate, aviation, beverages, marine services, and trading, employing over 121,000 people globally, with more than 500 at its Hong Kong headquarters [2]. Group 2: Real Estate Performance - Swire Properties' retail business has shown signs of recovery, with all three core shopping centers in Hong Kong maintaining a 100% occupancy rate and experiencing varying degrees of sales growth as of the end of September [2]. - Specific sales growth figures include a 3.6% increase for Taikoo Place, 3% for Taikoo City, and 0.2% for Cityplaza [2]. Group 3: Mainland Market Activity - The retail market in mainland China is more vibrant, with notable sales growth reported: 41.9% for Shanghai's Xinyi Taikoo Hui, 7.8% for Beijing's Sanlitun Taikoo Li, and 5.6% for Shanghai's Qiantan Taikoo Li [3]. Group 4: Office Property Challenges - The office property segment remains weak, with rental rates declining by 13% at Taikoo Place and 15% at Taikoo Square [5]. - As of the end of September, the overall office occupancy rate in Hong Kong was 92%, down from 93% in 2024, with Taikoo Square's occupancy dropping from 93% to 90% [5]. Group 5: Financial Performance - Swire Properties reported a significant fair value loss of HKD 4.68 billion in investment properties for the first half of the year, compared to HKD 879 million in the same period last year, primarily due to the Hong Kong office portfolio [6]. - Despite the challenges, the company achieved a revenue of HKD 8.723 billion, a 20% year-on-year increase, while the attributable recurring profit decreased by 4% to HKD 3.42 billion [6]. - This marks the first time in 15 years that Swire Properties has reported a loss in interim attributable profit, although the sale of multiple properties in Miami contributed to a 15% increase in basic earnings to HKD 4.42 billion [8].

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the report is that the company maintains its earnings forecast for Swire Properties (01972) and continues to rate it as outperforming the industry with a target price of HKD 23.8, reflecting a 30% discount to NAV, a 4.8% dividend yield for 2025, and a 10% upside potential [1] - The company is trading at a 36% discount to NAV and offers dividend yields of 5.3% and 5.5% for 2025 and 2026, respectively [1] - The company adopts a dividend policy of single-digit annual growth in DPS, and it is suggested to monitor the progress of property sales collections and asset disposals to support dividend payouts [1] Group 2 - Retail sales in mainland luxury shopping centers have shown a significant year-on-year increase, with notable projects like Shanghai Xinyi Swire and Beijing Sanlitun Taikoo Li recording retail sales growth of 42%, 8%, and 6% respectively for the first three quarters [2] - The company is benefiting as a consolidator in the mainland luxury market, with the effects of luxury brand store expansions and renovations becoming increasingly evident [2] - New projects such as Guangzhou Julong Bay Taikoo Li, Sanya Taikoo Li, and Xi'an Taikoo Li are under construction and are expected to open in 2025, 2026, and 2027 respectively [2] Group 3 - The rental rate for office buildings in Hong Kong remains resilient, with the company's office portfolio maintaining a high occupancy rate of 92% in Q3 2025, an increase of 1 percentage point quarter-on-quarter [3] - The demand for expansion from key tenants, such as FWD Hong Kong leasing 330,000 square feet in Taikoo Place for a 10-year lease, supports this stable occupancy rate [3] - Average rental adjustments for the company's office buildings in the first three quarters of 2025 have decreased by 13% to 15%, as the company prioritizes maintaining occupancy rates and long-term tenant relationships [3] Group 4 - Retail sales in Hong Kong's luxury and mass-market properties have shown a quarterly recovery, with Taikoo Place and Taikoo Shing recording year-on-year sales growth of 3.6% and 3.0% respectively for the first three quarters of 2025 [4] - This performance outperforms the overall Hong Kong retail sector, which saw a year-on-year decline of 1.0% [4] - The recovery is attributed to the low base effect and the company's active marketing efforts to attract a diverse and younger customer base [4]

Core Insights - Swire Properties (01972) reported its operational data for Q3 2025, highlighting a decline in rental rates across various properties while maintaining relatively high occupancy rates [1] Group 1: Hong Kong Properties - Taikoo Place achieved a rental rate of 96% with a rental decrease of 13% [1] - Overall occupancy for Taikoo Hong Kong reached 90%, with a rental decrease of 15% [1] - The Island East Centre and Taikoo Place One had an occupancy rate of 91% [1] - Other office buildings in Taikoo Place maintained a 90% occupancy rate, also with a rental decrease of 15% [1] Group 2: Mainland China Properties - Taikoo Hui office buildings reported a rental rate of 90% [1] - One Taikoo Li had an occupancy rate of 89% [1] - Hong Kong Industrial Centre One and Two achieved a rental rate of 93% [1]

Core Insights - Swire Properties (01972) reported its operational data for Q3 2025, highlighting a decline in rental rates across various properties [1] Group 1: Hong Kong Properties - Taikoo Place achieved a rental rate of 96% with a 13% decrease in rent [1] - Overall occupancy for Taikoo Hong Kong reached 90%, with a 15% reduction in rental rates [1] - The occupancy rate for Island East Centre and Taikoo Place One was 91% [1] - Other office buildings in Taikoo Place had an occupancy rate of 90%, with a 15% decrease in rent [1] Group 2: Mainland China Properties - Taikoo Hui office buildings reported a rental rate of 90% [1] - The occupancy rate for One Taikoo Li was 89% [1] - Hong Kong Industrial Centre One and Two achieved a rental rate of 93% [1]

1. 已落成投資物業 辦公樓物業 香港交易及結算所有限公司及香港聯合交易所有限公司對本公告的內容概不負責， 對其準確性或完整性亦不發表任何聲明，並明確表示，概不對因本公告全部或任何 部分內容而產生或因倚賴該等內容而引致的任何損失承擔任何責任。 SWIRE PACIFIC LIMITED 太古股份有限公司 (於香港註冊成立的有限公司) (股份代號：00019 及 00087) SWIRE PROPERTIES LIMITED 太古地產有限公司 (於香港註冊成立的有限公司) (股份代號：01972) 公告 太古地產有限公司 二零二五年第三季度 營運數據滙報 本滙報載述太古地產有限公司二零二五年第三季度若干營運數據資料。有關資料 乃根據內部管理紀錄編製，並未經外聘核數師審核或審閱。 | 租金調幅 (1) | 主要物業 | 租用率 | 租用面積 | 最新租金 | ( | 2025 | 截至 | 年 | ( | 巿值 | ) | (新簽訂或 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- ...

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Group 1: Core Business Performance - The Hong Kong office market is facing significant challenges, with a vacancy rate rising to 13.6% in the first half of 2025, indicating an oversupply situation [2] - The rental rate for the company's Hong Kong office properties has declined from 93% at the end of 2024 to 91% by the end of Q2 2025, with specific declines of 1% for Taikoo Place and 3% for Taikoo Square [2] - Rental rates for the two core properties have decreased by 14% and 15% respectively, reflecting competitive market conditions [2] Group 2: Retail Market Performance - In contrast to the office sector, the company's retail properties have shown stable growth, with key projects maintaining a 100% occupancy rate [4] - Notable sales growth was observed in Shanghai's Taikoo Hui, which increased by 13.5%, and Beijing's Sanlitun Taikoo Li, which grew by 6.8% [4] - The performance disparity among retail projects is influenced by local economic conditions and operational factors, necessitating targeted strategies for maintaining retail business stability [4] Group 3: Future Development Projects - Several new projects, including Beijing Taikoo Place and Xi'an Taikoo Li, are under construction and are expected to be completed between 2026 and 2027, which will provide new growth momentum for the company [5]

Core Viewpoint - The company reported strong retail performance in its shopping centers, with most locations showing year-on-year growth in retail sales for the first half of 2025, indicating a robust recovery in the retail sector [1][2]. Group 1: Retail Performance - Shanghai Xinyi Taikoo Hui saw a retail sales increase of 13.5% year-on-year, while Beijing Sanlitun Taikoo Li grew by 6.8% [1]. - Chengdu Taikoo Li and Shanghai Qiantan Taikoo Li reported retail sales growth of 4% and 0.2% respectively, with Beijing Yiti Port remaining flat and Guangzhou Taikoo Hui declining by 2.1%, a significant improvement from a 10.7% decline in 2024 [1]. - The overall trend indicates that major shopping centers are benefiting from the continued entry of luxury brands, which is expected to further enhance retail sales and rental income in the coming years [1]. Group 2: Hong Kong Market Insights - Hong Kong shopping centers maintained full occupancy with a slight improvement in retail sales growth, contrasting with street shops affected by tourist spending [2]. - Taikoo Place, Taikoo City Centre, and Cityplaza reported retail sales growth of 1.4%, 2%, and a decline of 3.3% respectively, with a consistent 100% occupancy rate for six consecutive quarters [2]. - The Hong Kong office market remains under pressure due to historical rent reductions, with new supply continuing to impact rental rates, although new lease rates have not seen significant declines [2]. Group 3: Investment Outlook - The company’s assets are primarily located in prime shopping districts, providing a strong competitive advantage and operational capabilities that enhance project performance [2]. - Projected net profit growth for the company is estimated at 449%, 54%, and 37% for 2025 to 2027, with dividends expected to grow at 5% annually [2]. - The current estimated net present value per share is HKD 23.92, with a projected dividend yield of 5.6% for 2025, maintaining a "recommended" rating [2].

Core Viewpoint - Swire Properties (01972.HK) announced that as of June 30, 2025, the overall office property occupancy rate in Hong Kong is 91% [1] Summary by Relevant Categories Rental Performance - As of June 30, 2025, the rental rates for Taikoo Place have decreased by 14% [1] - The rental rates for Taikoo Square have decreased by 15% [1]

香港交易及結算所有限公司及香港聯合交易所有限公司對本公告的內容概不負責， 對其準確性或完整性亦不發表任何聲明，並明確表示，概不對因本公告全部或任何 部分內容而產生或因倚賴該等內容而引致的任何損失承擔任何責任。 SWIRE PACIFIC LIMITED 太古股份有限公司 (於香港註冊成立的有限公司) (股份代號：00019 及 00087) 1. 已落成投資物業 辦公樓物業 | 主要物業 | 租用率 | | | | 租用面積 | | | 租金調幅 (1) | | | | | 最新租金 | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | | | | | | (新簽訂或 | 巿值 ) | 6 月 | ( 截至 30 | 2025 日止六個月 | 年 ) | | | ( | | | | ( 於 2024 年 12 月 31 日 ) | ( 於 2025 6 月 30 | 年 日 ) | | 已續約) | | ( | | 包括租金檢討 | ) | 年 | | | | | | ...