Akelius intends to issue unsecured subordinated hybrid notes of benchmark size. We are assigning our 'BB+' issue rating to the proposed notes. The issue rating on the proposed notes is two notches below the 'BBB' long-term issuer credit rating on Akelius, reflecting our view of the notes' subordination and interest deferability. STOCKHOLM (S&P Global Ratings) Jan. 31, 2020--S&P Global Ratings today assigned its 'BB+' issue rating to the proposed unsecured subordinated hybrid notes to be issued by Akelius Residential Property AB (BBB/Stable/A-2). The completion and size of the transaction will be subject to market conditions, but we anticipate it will be about €500 million. Akelius plans to use the proceeds to to repay senior debt and for potential future acquisitions.