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Recurring revenues from land leases, commercial buildings, and other leasing sources reached P823 million during the quarter, accounting for 87 percent of revenues. Residential revenues contributed P115 million.
MidPark Towers has started transitioning into a lived-in community, adding more residents to Aseana City and helping drive foot traffic and spending at Parqal, according to a company statement.
The mix highlights DMW’s continued reliance on stable lease income rather than more cyclical property sales.
The bigger picture
DMW also maintained a conservative balance sheet, ending the quarter with a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.07 times and a net cash position of P1.70 billion. In practical terms, the company carries very low debt and still has more cash than borrowings.
The company said rising inflation and higher interest rates could slow the recovery of the property market as consumers and businesses deal with higher borrowing and operating costs.
“This environment does not change DMW’s strategy; it reinforces it,” said Delfin Angelo “Buds” C. Wenceslao, CEO.
“In a more difficult market, the strength of a real estate platform is tested by the quality of its assets, the resilience of its recurring income, and the discipline of its balance sheet.”
“Aseana City is an integrated district where offices, residences, retail, public spaces, institutions, and mobility infrastructure reinforce one another. That structure gives us the ability to navigate cycles with a long-term perspective. We will continue to move forward with discipline, prioritize recurring income, and build Aseana City in a way that compounds value over time,” he added. — Princess Daisy C. Ominga | Ed: Corrie S. Narisma
