Increased Leasing Volumes and Occupancy Gains
Leasing volumes increased with approximately 1,200 leases signed in the quarter, totaling 4 million square feet. Occupancy for malls and outlets reached 96.2%, a 1% increase from the previous year.
Dividend Increase
The dividend was raised to $2.10 per share, marking a 10.5% year-over-year increase and returning to pre-pandemic record highs.
Strong Domestic NOI Growth
Domestic NOI increased by 5.4% year-over-year due to leasing momentum, resilient consumer spending, and operational excellence.
Successful New Developments
Opened Tulsa Premium Outlets at 100% leased and significant expansion at Busan Premium Outlets in South Korea. New development and redevelopment projects have a net cost share of $1.3 billion at an 8% yield.
Strong Balance Sheet and Debt Refinancing
Refinanced 14 property mortgages totaling $1.3 billion at an average rate of 6.13%. Ended the quarter with $11.1 billion of liquidity.