Simon Prop Grp - SPG STOCK NEWS

Simon reported strong financial results for Q4 and 2022, with net income of $673.8 million ($2.06 per diluted share) for Q4 and $2.136 billion ($6.52 per diluted share) for the full year. Funds From Operations (FFO) reached $4.5 billion, and the company returned $2.8 billion to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases. Portfolio Net Operating Income (NOI) grew by 5.8% in Q4 and 4.8% for the year. A quarterly dividend of $1.80, a 9.1% increase, was declared for Q1 2023. The company anticipates net income in the range of $6.35 to $6.60 per diluted share and FFO between $11.70 to $11.95 for 2023, indicating continued growth.

Venator Materials PLC announced difficult fourth quarter 2022 results, marked by a challenging macro environment leading to expected adjusted EBITDA losses of approximately $(57)-(62) million. The company’s estimated liquidity stands at $275 million as of December 31, 2022. In response to these challenges, Venator appointed financial and legal advisors Moelis & Company and Kirkland & Ellis to assist in a strategic review. Two new independent directors, Stefan M. Selig and Jame Donath, were appointed, with Selig replacing Barry Siadat as Chairman of the Board.

Simon Property Group, a leading real estate investment trust, disclosed its 2022 year-end tax reporting information in a press release dated January 17, 2023. The report details the total cash distributions per share for both common stock (SPG) and preferred stock (SPG.PRJ). For common stock, total distributions reached $6.90 per share, while for the 8.375% Series J preferred stock, total distributions amounted to $4.1875 per share. Approximately 98.6% of these distributions are classified as taxable ordinary dividends, while a small portion consists of capital gain distributions. Investors are encouraged to consult tax advisors regarding their specific tax situations.

Simon, a leading real estate investment trust (REIT) focused on premier shopping destinations, announced its fourth quarter earnings release for the period ending December 31, 2022. The financial results will be available after market close on February 6, 2023. A conference call will follow at 5:00 p.m. ET, which will be accessible via a live webcast and phone dial-in. The earnings report is crucial for investors monitoring the company's performance and operational metrics. Simon Property Group, listed as SPG on the NYSE, operates properties that attract millions and generate significant annual sales.

On December 19, 2022, Simon announced the successful completion of a strategic partnership with Jamestown, a real estate investment firm. This partnership grants Simon a 50% stake in Jamestown, which is expected to be accretive to earnings. Jamestown has a strong history with approximately $40 billion in executed transactions and manages assets worth $13.2 billion. Simon's investment in Jamestown is anticipated to enhance its portfolio of premier shopping and mixed-use destinations across North America, Europe, and Asia.

Life Time Buckhead at Phipps Plaza opened on December 8, 2022, as a new 127,000-square-foot destination in Atlanta, featuring a five-story athletic country club and Life Time Work coworking space. This facility includes Atlanta's first rooftop beach club, offering various health and wellness amenities for all ages. With over 145 weekly fitness classes, personal training services, and a dedicated recovery space, this location highlights Life Time's commitment to enhancing lifestyle through fitness and work. This is Life Time's seventh location in the Atlanta area.

Simon Property Group was honored with Nareit's 2022 Retail Leader in the Light Award for exceptional sustainability practices. The award is derived from the Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark (GRESB) Annual Survey and evaluations by external judges. CFO Brian McDade emphasized Simon's commitment to sustainable retail platforms that benefit shoppers, employees, and retailers. Simon operates premier shopping and mixed-use properties across North America, Europe, and Asia, contributing significantly to community engagement and generating billions in annual sales.

Simon announces a partnership with Leap to open multiple retail stores at Simon properties, targeting digitally native brands' expansion into brick-and-mortar retail. Four stores are set to launch in California and Florida, including True Classic Tees and ThirdLove. This collaboration aims to enhance omni-channel retailing, enabling brands to reach millions of consumers annually. Simon operates over 250 retail destinations globally, while Leap powers 60 brands across nearly 100 stores.