Acquisitions, developments boost Far Properties’ asset base
Friday, November 15, 2024 | 630 Views |
In the portfolio: Artists rendition of the Choppies Distribution Centre in Francistown
The diversified property developer’s assets were bolstered by developments around existing properties as well as acquisitions.
According to the company’s full-year results to June 2024, FPC's reconciliation of investment property, a figure representing additions to property investments, totalled P102 million. This includes direct acquisitions of P42.6 million and subsequent developments to properties of P59.3 million.
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