CapitaLand China Trust - Annual Report 2024

8 CapitaLand China Trust Business Model At CLCT, we focus on creating, unlocking, and extracting value, underpinned by proactive capital management. Through disciplined portfolio reconstitution, asset enhancement, and a commitment to sustainability, we leverage our market expertise and operational strengths to drive long-term value creation. Business Strategy How we create value INVESTMENT & PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT Employ a disciplined portfolio reconstitution strategy to build a resilient, diversified and future-ready asset mix, attracting leading tenants to high-quality spaces. CAPITAL MANAGEMENT Maintain CLCT’s robust financial position by diversifying funding sources, minimising debt costs, optimising aggregate leverage levels, and mitigating risks associated with interest rates, currency, and liquidity. INVESTOR RELATIONS Foster transparent and timely two-way communication with investors, providing clear insights into CLCT’s performance and strategy. RISK & SUSTAINABILITY MANAGEMENT Incorporate ESG practices into CLCT’s operations and identify material risks with key controls to mitigate those risks. Value Drivers Where value was created CREATE VALUE Enhance revenue diversification and resilience through strategic, yieldaccretive acquisitions. UNLOCK VALUE Identify the optimal stage to divest mature assets to strengthen balance sheet or reinvest into higher-growth opportunities. EXTRACT VALUE Execute asset enhancement initiatives (AEIs) and unit reconfigurations to drive organic growth, supported by customer-centric initiatives. PROACTIVE CAPITAL MANAGEMENT Maintain a strong financial position by managing aggregate leverage, reducing overall average cost of debt and increasing natural hedge.

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