I-RES H1 2026 outlook lifts earnings on rent reforms

I-RES, a UK real estate investment trust, projected a 2.1% increase in earnings for the first half of 2026, citing rent reforms as the primary driver. The company also reported a 6% rise in earnings for the second half of 2025, reflecting improved operational performance.

The outlook, outlined in a presentation slide deck, underscores the impact of regulatory changes on the firm’s financial trajectory. Rent reforms, introduced to stabilize the housing market, have supported revenue growth and contributed to the upward revision in earnings guidance. I-RES did not disclose specific financial figures for H1 2026 but emphasized the structural benefits of the reforms in its outlook.

The company’s earnings growth in H2 2025 followed a period of volatility in the UK property sector, where regulatory shifts and economic conditions had weighed on valuations. I-RES’ ability to navigate these challenges has positioned it to capitalize on the improving regulatory environment, the presentation noted.