Record Same-Asset NOI Growth
Plaza Retail REIT achieved record same-asset NOI growth of 4.8% for the quarter and 3.4% for the year due to asset repositioning and strong leasing spreads.
Exceptional Lease Renewal Spreads
Lease renewal spreads averaged 7.4%, or 11.8% excluding a specific theater tenant, demonstrating strong tenant demand and successful leasing strategies.
Successful Capital Recycling Program
The 2024 capital recycling program was successful in increasing property size, reducing asset age, and enhancing overall portfolio quality.
Strong Financial Metrics
Total NOI for the quarter increased by 8.5% over the previous year, with annual growth at 6.6%. Excluding reorganization costs, FFO per unit for the quarter was nearly 11% higher, and AFFO was 31% higher.
High Occupancy Rates and Strategic Footprint Expansion
Record occupancy rates and strategic expansion into known markets have positioned Plaza at the forefront of the retail sector in Eastern Canada.
New Development in Welland, Ontario
Launched construction of a new development project in Welland, Ontario, which will feature 100,000 square feet of retail space anchored by a 35,000 square foot grocery tenant.