Strong Financial Performance
Real estate FFO was $3.05 per share, a 4.1% growth from the prior year. Second quarter funds from operation were $1.19 billion or $3.15 per share, marking an 8.6% growth compared to last year.
Occupancy and Leasing Success
The Malls and Premium Outlets ended the second quarter with 96.0% occupancy, while The Mills achieved a record 99.3% occupancy. Approximately 1,000 leases for more than 3.6 million square feet were signed in the quarter.
Dividend Increase
The company announced a dividend of $2.15 per share for the third quarter, a year-over-year increase of $0.10 or 4.9%.
Acquisition of Brickell City Centre
Simon Property Group acquired their partner's interest in Brickell City Centre for $512 million, seeing it as a long-term investment with growth potential.