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REITWatch
REITWatch is a monthly statistical publication intended to provide a snapshot of the REIT industry. It includes data derived from the FTSE Nareit U.S. Real Estate Index Series and the FTSE/EPRA Nareit Global Real Estate Index Series in addition to tracking the performance of individual REITs.
REITs Continued to Outperform Broader Markets in August
The FTSE Nareit All Equity REITs Index continued to outperform broader markets in August, posting a total return of 5.4% as the Russell 1000 and Dow Jones U.S. Total Stock Market rose 2.4% and 2.1%, respectively.
Actively Managed Real Estate Fund Tracker: 2024Q2
In the second quarter of 2024, active managers increased allocations in the digital sectors and health care.
Advantage Players: REITs Continue to Benefit from Disciplined Balance Sheets
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All In: REIT Sector Innovation and Gaming
When it comes to property sectors, US public equity REITs are "all in" on innovation. By adapting to the changing economic and commercial real estate landscapes, REITs have moved beyond the status quo with ongoing introductions of new property sectors.
REITs Continue to Improve Transparency on Sustainability
Publicly traded REITs are providing transparency around key topics that are important to sustainability-focused investors, including documenting their approaches to risk management and performance reporting.
REITs Raised $16.6 Billion Through Secondary Offerings in 2024:Q2
U.S. REITs raised $16.6 billion from secondary debt and equity offerings in the second quarter of 2024.
REITs Post Third Straight Month of Positive Returns in July, Outperform Broader Markets
The FTSE Nareit All Equity REITs Index returned its strongest monthly performance of the year in July, posting a total return of 7.2% and outperforming broader markets.
REITs Edged Higher in June, Building on Last Month’s Gains
The FTSE Nareit All Equity REITs Index built on the standout performance of May, with a gain of 2.2% in June.