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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.
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REITs and the Pandemic: A Closer Look at the Last 12 Months
The last 12 months have seen high levels of volatility and sharp swings in sentiment.
REITs Declined Last Week, Reversing Part of Recent Gains
REIT share prices declined last week, reversed a part of their recent gains, with the FTSE Nareit All Equity REITs recording a total return of -0.9%
REITs Continue Strong Performance in 2021
This is the fourth week out of the past five that REITs have gained more than 1%, and last week’s increase put REITs up 4.8% for the first six weeks of the year.
REITs Had Across-the-board Gains Last Week
All property sectors rose, led by a 9.5% return for timber REITs and 6.6% for lodging/resorts.
Falling Demand for CRE Impacts Vacancies, Rents in Fourth Quarter
The pandemic left a deep mark on commercial real estate in the fourth quarter as falling demand for leased space led to a rise in vacancy rates across most property types, and rents declined.
REITs Down Slightly During a Tumultuous Week
The FTSE Nareit All Equity REITs index posted a total return of -0.7%, compared to a 3.4% loss on the Russell 1000.
GDP Trends Show Risks, Opportunities Ahead
Trends in the composition of major components of the U.S. economy are the complete reverse of past recessions.
REIT Total Returns in Positive Territory YTD
Total returns for the FTSE Nareit All Equity REITs index moved into positive territory last week, with a 1.2% weekly gain.