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Image Brian Finnegan says Brixmor has invested more than $1.5 billion in the portfolio since starting its reinvestment program.
A 2024 CEM Benchmarking study sponsored by Nareit demonstrates that REIT active management has consistently delivered net value to commercial real estate portfolios.
Academic research demonstrates that REITs outperform private real estate on sustainability measures, with voluntary disclosure correlating to stronger performance.
Image Operational building certifications are one of the most direct ways to lift GRESB Performance scores. These increase the certified floor-area share in your portfolio, which is what GRESB uses to award points in BC1.2.
Image Capital markets are also open and well-functioning for the REIT market, managers say.
Image Pierzak also reviews valuation divergences, M&A trends, sector performance, and more.
Image Data center REITs own and manage highly specialized facilities that house the critical IT infrastructure that powers today’s economy.
Image CEO John Kite says the REIT has spent the past two years reshaping its portfolio.
Image The REIT’s focus on U.S. Postal Service properties continues to offer a compelling combination of stability and growth, according to CEO Andrew Spodek.
Image CEO John Albright discusses why power centers are regaining favor, how CTO is targeting high-growth Sun Belt markets, and where he sees long-term value creation in today's retail real estate environment.
Image CEO Sam Landy discusses manufactured housing demand, policy momentum, and how REIT access to capital creates a lasting competitive advantage.
Image CEO Chris Constant says Getty Realty’s focus on high-quality locations, redevelopment potential, and strong tenant demand positions the company to capitalize on growth opportunities across convenience and automotive retail.
Image CEO Mark Decker says returns on capital are improving.
Image CEO Zach Vaughan says REIT is looking to concentrate assets in fewer geographies.
Image CEO Michael Weil discusses how disciplined underwriting, investment-grade tenants, and long-term leases are positioning the REIT to capitalize on evolving market opportunities.
Image CEO Paul McDowell also pointed to greater stability across the portfolio following several years of asset sales.
Image CEO Darrell Crate says a growing preference for leased federal facilities and a robust courthouse and laboratory development pipeline position the company for sustained growth.
Image CEO Justin Knight says occupancy gains have been evident both mid-week and on weekends.
Image CEO Daniel Oberste discusses why migration, job growth, and affordability continue to support Sun Belt apartment fundamentals.
Image CEO Chris Marr says steady customer demand, easing new supply pressures, and digital advantages for larger operators are positioning the self-storage sector for continued growth.
Image CEO Dave Sedgwick says record occupancy, healthier operators, disciplined acquisitions, and powerful demographic trends are creating a favorable long-term outlook for skilled nursing and senior housing.
Image CEO Will Eglin discusses demand drivers, the advantages of Sun Belt logistics markets, and why development is once again creating value for industrial REITs.
Image CEO Rick Matros says REIT on target to meet external growth goals this year.
Image CEO Jeff Edison said the company is finding acquisition opportunities and relying on a flexible capital strategy to support continued expansion.
Image CEO Bill Crooker says industrial fundamentals remain strong as tenants prioritize transportation access, power capacity, and automation.
Image Lynch says the best data centers have an ecosystem of clients which attracts additional clients.
Image CEO Jonathan Stanner anticipates additional asset sales and debt reduction.
Image CEO Michael Anderson says the REIT intends to move toward a 100% senior housing-focused portfolio.
Image Deloitte's latest commercial real estate outlook points to stronger capital markets, continued demand for high-quality assets, and growing use of strategic partnerships.
Image CEO Brent Smith says location, amenities, and workplace experience are driving leasing demand as companies invest in long-term office strategies.
Image Michael Bilerman says Tanger’s combination of value, experience, and disciplined capital allocation positions the company for long-term growth.
Image Property Council of Australia CEO Mike Zorbas discusses the country's investment appeal, housing challenges, and how emerging technologies could reshape real estate markets.
Image Joey Agree says REIT is supported by $2.4 billion in liquidity.
Image CEO Chris Bilotto says REIT has strengthened position through asset sales, balance sheet work, capital markets activity.
Image Owen Thomas also says the debate around remote work has largely settled at this point.
Image CEO Rob Chambers says the REIT is focused on leveraging many of the investments made in recent years.
Image CEO Giacomo Balzarini sees widening gap between prime and non-prime assets.
Image CEO Dallas Tanner sees growing demand for flexible housing options.
Image CEO Shawn Tibbetts describes how progress has been made “from top to bottom.”
Image CEO Alex Jessett says the REIT also needs to build its development pipeline back up.
Image CEO Jeff Donnelly points to lack of supply and uptick in traveling among both old and young.
Image CEO Conor Flynn says the supply/demand picture is “extraordinarily healthy” today.
Image CEO Angela Kleiman says start-ups in the Bay Area are “translating into a demand catalyst.”
Analysis of COVID-19's differential impact across REIT sectors and the structural position of the REIT market entering the crisis.
Research examining how REITs invested in tech-related property sectors can reduce portfolio volatility and provide exposure to 21st century real estate.
Nareit economist analyzes economic growth trends in the first half of 2019 and their impact on commercial real estate markets and REIT performance.
Nareit research examines how office REITs reallocated holdings toward secondary cities since 2012 to capitalize on population and employment growth dynamics.
Analysis of historical commercial real estate construction cycles and their effects on REIT performance through rents, vacancy rates, and valuations.
Nareit analysis comparing publicly traded equity REIT performance against private equity core, value-added, and opportunistic real estate funds across a full real estate cycle.
Nareit economist examines whether the commercial real estate market that began in 2009 is nearing maturity, countering analyst views on price leveling and construction trends.
Nareit market commentary on diversifying across global REIT regions and property sectors, with data as of Nov. 30, 2025, framing 2026 allocation opportunities.
Nareit analyst roundtable on health care REITs: stable outpatient supply/demand, defensive attributes and the absence of speculative MOB development, with sell-side perspectives.
Sixth annual report on the top 100 equity REITs: 94% report GHG emissions and 78% report on-site clean-energy generation, with REITs developing decarbonization pathways.