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Unite Group Investor Update summary
Complete event summary combining all related documents: earnings call transcript, report, and slide presentation.Investor Update summary27 Nov, 2025
Sector outlook and structural drivers
UK higher education remains globally competitive, with strong demand from domestic and international students, underpinned by demographic growth and a shortage of student housing.
High-tariff universities are outperforming, with increased student demand, higher occupancy rates, and greater earnings premium for graduates.
International student demand remains stable, with a shift from postgraduates to undergraduates and increased competition from other countries.
Students are increasingly seeking value and employability, with government policy supporting quality and value for money.
New supply is slowing due to development viability challenges and regulatory changes, constraining future growth.
Recent performance and challenges
Occupancy for 2025-2026 ended at 95.2%, below the 97% target, mainly due to underperformance in certain cities and weaker demand at low and mid-tariff universities.
Rental growth was 4%, with high-tariff universities and key cities outperforming; 59% of beds are under nomination agreements.
New supply, delayed or overpriced refurbishments, and vacancies in cities like Nottingham, Sheffield, and Edinburgh impacted occupancy.
International sales remained stable at 28% of bookings, with strong undergraduate demand offsetting fewer late-cycle Chinese postgraduate sales.
Leeds case study shows successful recovery in occupancy and rental growth through asset sales, pricing, and service improvements.
Strategic response and operational changes
Portfolio repositioned to focus on 18-20 cities, with 80% aligned to high-tariff and top teaching universities post-Empiric acquisition.
Increased emphasis on nominations agreements, targeting 60% of the portfolio, and growing share of second and third-year students.
Cost reduction initiatives include a 20% cut in head office staff costs, technology-driven savings, and flat cost guidance for 2026.
Accelerated disposals of £300-400m per year will fund reinvestment in university partnerships and potential share buybacks.
University partnerships are prioritized, aiming for one new joint venture per year and delivery of 4,300 beds for existing ventures.
Funding for 80% high-tariff portfolio weighting
Which factor most impacts 2026 EPS reduction?
Strategy for low occupancy regional cities
Prioritize share buybacks vs. JV investments?
How will 97% occupancy be achieved by 2027?
What underpins 2-3% rental growth guidance?
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Unite Group plc is a real estate investment trust (REIT) specializing in the development and management of purpose-built student accommodation in the United Kingdom. The company provides housing for university students through its portfolio of properties, offering a range of living options and amenities. Unite Group partners with universities to provide on-campus and off-campus accommodation, focusing on delivering high-quality, well-located housing solutions that support student communities. Its properties are designed to cater to the needs of students, with an emphasis on safety, convenience, and modern living environments. The company is headquartered in Bristol, United Kingdom, and its shares are listed on the LSE.
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