Wee Hur Divest Pbsa Portfolio A16 Bil

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27 Feb 2021Wee Hur Holdings has recently announced that it has agreed to sell its portfolio of seven purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) assets to Greystar for A$1.6 billion ($1.4 billion). The portfolio, which consists of over 5,500 beds across various cities in Australia, will be sold to Greystar under a binding agreement, according to a press release on Dec 16.As per the agreement, Wee Hur will retain a 13% stake through its subsidiary, Wee Hur (Australia). The group’s PBSA portfolio is expected to fetch net proceeds of approximately $320 million, which will be utilized for the group’s growth initiatives, reinvestment in core business, and expansion into new ventures such as alternative investments. The transaction is set to be completed within the next six months, subject to approvals from Greystar’s Foreign Investment Review Board (FIRB) and Wee Hur’s shareholders.This deal highlights Wee Hur’s ability to navigate through market challenges and capitalize on opportunities, even amidst complex market conditions like the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and greenfield developments. It also aligns with Wee Hur’s long-term strategy of diversifying its portfolio and positioning the group for sustainable growth across multiple sectors, according to Wee Hur CEO Goh Wee Ping. He further added that this transaction, similar to the group’s successful recap with RECO in 2021/2022, reflects Wee Hur’s commitment to securing liquidity and certainty for its stakeholders.In short, this sale is a significant milestone for Wee Hur, and it signifies the group’s resilience and agility in adapting to market conditions to unlock maximum value for its stakeholders.