Wereldhave Belgium Acquires 100% of Ville2 Shopping Center in Charleroi Through 263,061 Shares
Wereldhave Belgium has completed the acquisition of a supermarket unit within the Ville2 shopping center in Charleroi, increasing its stake to 100% of the property. The transaction, financed by the issuance of 263,061 new shares of Wereldhave N.V., slightly strengthens the financial structure of the group.
Acquisition Details
Wereldhave Belgium has reached an agreement with Equilis, acting on behalf of Fidagh SA, to acquire the supermarket unit of the Ville2 shopping center. The space has a total gross leasable area of 2,712 sqm. This transaction gives Wereldhave group full ownership of Ville2 in Charleroi. The operation is part of a property consolidation strategy, with the group becoming the sole owner of the center.
Financing the Acquisition
The acquisition was financed through a contribution in kind, with the seller receiving 263,061 newly issued shares of Wereldhave N.V. at their market value. This payment method reflects the investors' confidence in the group. From a balance sheet perspective, the transaction has a slightly positive impact on the group's Loan-to-Value (LTV) ratio. The pro forma LTV ratio decreases by 10 basis points, moving from 42.5% to 42.4% based on figures as of December 31, 2025.
