Strong Core FFO Performance
Core FFO, including net promote income, was $1.46 per share, and excluding net promotes was $1.47 per share, both ahead of the forecast.
High Occupancy and Rent Growth
Occupancy ended the quarter at 95.1%, outperforming the market by 290 basis points. The lease mark-to-market was 22% at quarter-end, with rent change delivering an additional $75 million of NOI.
Record Build-to-Suit Activity
Build-to-suit starts for the first half totaled $1.1 billion, marking the largest start to a year ever, with significant investments such as $300 million in a data center development in Austin, Texas.
Robust Leasing Pipeline
The leasing pipeline reached historically high levels, up 19% year-over-year, indicating strong customer interest across diverse geographies and customer segments.
High Liquidity and Strategic Capital Expansion
Closed on $5.8 billion in financing activities, with strategic capital business expanding with new offerings in development.