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    "subtitle": "High and stable occupancy rate of 98.5% - Continued strong LfL rental growth of 4.62% - EPRA earnings rise by 6% - 2026 guidance confirmed: EPRA EPS of 2.30 EUR | DPS of 1.84 EUR",
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    "body": "<h3><strong>9M 2026 results fully in line<sup>1</sup> &ndash; sustained rental growth with maximum occupancy</strong></h3>\n<ul>\t<li><strong>EPRA earnings rise by 6%</strong> YoY to 74,021 KEUR</li>\t<li><strong>EPRA earnings per share </strong>rise to <strong>1.59 EUR</strong></li>\t<li><strong>Continued strong letting performance</strong>: 98.5% occupancy rate and 4.62% LfL rental growth (YoY)</li>\t<li><strong>Portfolio valuation rises</strong> by <strong>0.95%</strong> YtD (+33.8 MEUR), driven by rental growth</li>\t<li><strong>EPRA NTA per share at 38.69 EUR </strong>vs. 38.67 EUR per 31 December 2025</li>\t<li><strong>Active pipeline of 171 MEUR</strong>: +9.8 MEUR in annual rental income, with only 5 MEUR of capex remaining</li>\t<li><strong>LTV </strong>and <strong>debt ratio</strong> at 51.31% and 51.42% respectively</li>\t<li><strong>Liquidity position strengthened</strong>: available credit lines rise to 137 MEUR, partly thanks to the new USPP for 100 MEUR</li>\t<li><strong>2026 guidance reaffirmed</strong>: EPRA EPS 2.30 EUR and DPS 1.84 EUR with an expected LTV of &lt;50%</li></ul>\n<h3><strong>Strong rental season confirms structural demand and pricing power</strong></h3>\n<ul>\t<li><strong>Strongest rental season in Xior&rsquo;s history,</strong> with an exceptionally high occupancy rate of <strong>98.5%</strong> at the start of the 2026-2027 academic year</li>\t<li><strong>Excellent letting performance across all markets</strong>, both in the existing portfolio and in new residences, which are becoming fully let significantly faster than expected</li>\t<li><strong>Continued strong pricing power</strong>, with expected <strong>LfL rental growth</strong> of min. <strong>4.4%</strong> for FY 2026</li>\t<li><strong>Structurally favourable market fundamentals</strong>: affordable higher education, persistent shortages and high retention rates will also support structurally high occupancy and further rental growth in the longer term</li></ul>\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\n<p><strong>Christian Teunissen, CEO:</strong>&nbsp;<em>&ldquo;With the strongest rental season in our history, an occupancy rate of 98.5% and continued strong rental growth, we once again demonstrate the strength of our European student housing platform. These results reflect the structural demand for high-quality student accommodation and the attractiveness of our offering. At the same time, we remain focused on operational efficiency, deleveraging and further strengthening our financial position. In a changing interest rate environment, this financial discipline is more important than ever. We continue to strengthen our foundation for sustainable growth and long-term shareholder value creation, supported by operational excellence and a strong focus on delivering a high-quality student experience.&rdquo;</em></p>\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\n<p><sup>1</sup>The EPRA earnings figures reported relate to the EPRA earnings (group share), after application of the IFRIC 21 adjustment (see notes in section 5.2).</p>\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\n<p><strong>In the PDF file below, you will find the full press release.</strong></p>\n<p><strong>___________________</strong></p>\n<p><strong>For more information, please contact:&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Xior Student Housing NV</strong></p>\n<p><sub>Frankrijklei 64-68<br />2000 Antwerp, Belgium<br />www.xiorstudenthousing.eu</sub></p>\n<p><sub><strong>Christian Teunissen, CEO<br />Frederik Snauwaert, CFO</strong><br />info@xior.be<br />T +32 3 257 04 89</sub></p>\n<p><sub><strong>Xior Investor Relations</strong><br /><strong>Sandra Aznar</strong><br />IR, Comm &amp; Business Strategy Director<br />ir@xior.be<br />T +32 3 257 04 89</sub></p>\n<p>&nbsp;</p>",
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