Robust Leasing Activity and Strong Spreads
Completed over 1.7 million square feet of leasing during the year; renewal spreads averaged 14.9% above expiring rents and new deals were completed at 34.9% above comparable average in-place rent, marking 11 straight quarters of strong leasing performance.
Same-Property NOI Growth
Adjusting for completed redevelopments, same-property net operating income increased by $3.3 million, or 2% on a trailing 12-month basis.
High and Stable Occupancy
Portfolio occupancy remained stable at 94.4%, supporting cash flow stability and leasing leverage.
Significant Rent Upside Opportunity
Portfolio average in-place rent is $12.86 per square foot versus a market average of $24.34 per square foot — approximately 47% below market — providing substantial runway for future rent increases.
Favorable Debt Profile and Recent Refinance
Weighted average interest rate is 5% with over 87% of debt at fixed rates, limiting near-term financing risk. Subsequent to quarter end the REIT refinanced an 8-property portfolio for $90 million (SOFR + 180bps; with a 12-month pay-fixed swap bringing the all-in to ~5.3%).
Positive Leverage and Lending Demand
Management notes the REIT's weighted average cap rate remains above its weighted average interest rate, preserving positive leverage. Lender demand for grocery-anchored real estate is described as strong and competitive.
Strategic JV Consolidation
Acquired the remaining minority interest in a 10-asset joint venture for $5.7 million, bringing ownership to 100%, enhancing refinancing flexibility and allowing capture of mark-to-market opportunities.
Non-Core Disposition to Delever
Sold a non-grocery-anchored property in Flower Mound, Texas at about a mid-7% cap rate, using proceeds to further delever the portfolio and simplify capital structure.
Low Rollover Risk in 2026
Less than 10% of gross leasable area (GLA) is expiring in 2026, reducing near-term renewal risk and supporting occupancy stability.
Asset Redevelopment Nearing Contribution
Redevelopment at Culver Ridge expected to bring the third and final tenant online later in 2026, contributing to NOI in the second half of the year.