CLS Holdings PLC (LON:CLI), a London-based commercial property investment company, has released its financial results for the first half of 2024. The company reported a decrease in its EPRA net tangible assets per share and net asset value per share compared to the end of December 2023.
Asset Valuation Decline
As of June 30, 2024, CLS Holdings’ EPRA net tangible assets per share decreased by 10% to 227.4 pence, down from 253.0 pence at the end of December 2023. Similarly, the net asset value per share declined by 9.9%, falling to 210.6 pence from 233.8 pence. These reductions reflect adjustments in asset valuations over the past six months.
Revenue and Loss Figures
The company experienced a 5.9% increase in net rental income, which rose to £58.9 million in the first half of 2024, compared to £55.6 million for the same period in the previous year. CLS Holdings reported a reduction in its pretax loss, which narrowed to £65.7 million from £106.4 million. Additionally, the impact of net revaluation movements on investment property amounted to £82.8 million, a decrease from the £132.9 million reported a year earlier.
Dividend and Lease Agreement
Despite the challenges, CLS Holdings has maintained its dividend per share at 2.60 pence. The company has also announced a new lease agreement with Médecins Sans Frontières (Doctors Without Borders), which will occupy the fifth floor of the Artesian building at 9 Prescot Street in London for a 10-year term. CLS Holdings' Chief Executive Officer, Fredrik Widlund, noted the successful refurbishment of the space, which has preserved the building’s Art Deco features while integrating modern and sustainable amenities. The Artesian property is in the Aldgate and Whitechapel area, known for its recent development and vibrancy. CLS Holdings continues to engage with potential tenants and aims to secure additional leases in the upcoming months.
CLS Holdings PLC is a commercial property investment company based in London, England. The firm is listed on the London Stock Exchange and specializes in office spaces across the UK, Germany, and France. The company's portfolio focuses on providing high-quality office environments tailored to modern business needs.