Strong Leasing Activity
Year-to-date, Vornado has leased 2.5 million square feet company-wide, including 2.1 million square feet in Manhattan. The company expects to sign between 3.5 million and 3.8 million square feet of leases this year, which would rank #2 in their history.
NYU Lease Agreement
Vornado has agreed to a transaction with NYU for 770 Broadway, with NYU master leasing 1.1 million square feet. The deal includes an upfront payment of prepaid rent sufficient to pay off a $700 million loan on the property.
Retail Leasing Success
Announced a major deal with Primark for their flagship store in America at 345 Montgomery in Penn District on 34th Street.
Strong Financial Position
Liquidity is strong at $2.6 billion, including $1 billion of cash. Anticipated cash increase by over $1 billion from various transactions.
Significant Debt Reduction
Expected to pay off over $1.1 billion of debt, increasing cash on the balance sheet by more than $600 million.
Positive Market Trends
The Manhattan office market is experiencing a strong demand for Class A space, with rents rising and concessions beginning to tick down.