Regency Centers Corporation (“Regency”) (Nasdaq: REG) today
announced the completion of its previously announced acquisition of
Urstadt Biddle Properties Inc. (“Urstadt Biddle”) (NYSE: UBA and
UBP) in an all-stock transaction.
The combined company has a total equity market
capitalization of more than $11 billion and an enterprise value of
more than $16 billion. The transaction grows Regency’s footprint of
high-quality, grocery-anchored shopping centers in premier suburban
trade areas, and is expected to be immediately accretive to Core
Operating Earnings (defined below) while maintaining Regency’s
liquidity and balance sheet flexibility and strength. The
newly-combined portfolio is comprised of 480 properties
encompassing more than 56 million square feet of gross leasable
area.
“We are proud of this transaction and excited to
start unlocking the synergies and growth opportunities that we
expect this combination to provide,” said Lisa Palmer, President
and Chief Executive Officer of Regency. “These centers align well
with Regency’s portfolio strategy and meaningfully expand our
presence in strong trade areas in the Northeast.”
RBC Capital Markets and Wells Fargo Securities
acted as financial advisors and Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz
has served as legal advisor to Regency Centers. Eastdil Secured and
Deutsche Bank acted as financial advisors and Hogan Lovells US LLP
has served as legal advisor to Urstadt Biddle.
About Regency Centers Corporation
(Nasdaq: REG)
Regency Centers is a preeminent national owner,
operator, and developer of shopping centers located in suburban
trade areas with compelling demographics. Our portfolio includes
thriving properties merchandised with highly productive grocers,
restaurants, service providers, and best-in-class retailers that
connect to their neighborhoods, communities, and customers.
Operating as a fully integrated real estate company, Regency
Centers is a qualified real estate investment trust (“REIT”) that
is self-administered, self-managed, and an S&P 500 Index
member. For more information, please visit RegencyCenters.com.
Forward-Looking
StatementsCertain statements in this document regarding
anticipated financial, business, legal or other outcomes including
business and market conditions, outlook and other similar
statements relating to Regency’s future events, developments, or
financial or operational performance or results, are
“forward-looking statements” made pursuant to the safe harbor
provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995
and other federal securities laws. These forward-looking statements
are identified by the use of words such as “may,” “will,” “could,”
“should,” “would,” “expect,” “estimate,” “believe,” “intend,”
“forecast,” “project,” “plan,” “anticipate,” “guidance,” and other
similar language. However, the absence of these or similar words or
expressions does not mean a statement is not forward-looking. While
we believe these forward-looking statements are reasonable when
made, forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future
performance or events and undue reliance should not be placed on
these statements. Although we believe the expectations reflected in
any forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions,
we can give no assurance these expectations will be attained, and
it is possible actual results may differ materially from those
indicated by these forward-looking statements due to a variety of
risks and uncertainties. Our operations are subject to a number of
risks and uncertainties including, but not limited to, those risk
factors described in our Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”)
filings, our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December
31, 2022 (“2022 Form 10-K”) under Item 1A. “Risk Factors” and on
Form 10-Q for the three months ended June 30, 2023 under Part II,
Item 1A. “Risk Factors”. When considering an investment in our
securities, you should carefully read and consider these risks,
together with all other information in our Annual Reports on Form
10-K, Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and our other filings and
submissions to the SEC. If any of the events described in the risk
factors actually occur, our business, financial condition or
operating results, as well as the market price of our securities,
could be materially adversely affected. Forward-looking statements
are only as of the date they are made, and Regency undertakes no
duty to update its forward-looking statements, whether as a result
of new information, future events or developments or otherwise,
except as to the extent required by law. These risks and events
include, without limitation:
Risk Factors Related to the Current
Economic EnvironmentContinued rising interest rates in the
current economic environment may adversely impact our cost to
borrow, real estate valuation, and stock price. Current economic
challenges, including the potential for recession, may adversely
impact our tenants and our business. Unfavorable developments
affecting the banking and financial services industry could
adversely affect our business, liquidity and financial condition,
and overall results of operations.
Risk Factors Related to Pandemics or
other Health CrisesPandemics or other health crises, such
as the COVID-19 pandemic, may adversely affect our tenants’
financial condition, the profitability of our properties, and our
access to the capital markets and could have a material adverse
effect on our business, results of operations, cash flows and
financial condition.
Risk Factors Related to Operating
Retail-Based Shopping CentersEconomic and market
conditions may adversely affect the retail industry and
consequently reduce our revenues and cash flow and increase our
operating expenses. Shifts in retail trends, sales, and delivery
methods between brick-and-mortar stores, e-commerce, home delivery,
and curbside pick-up may adversely impact our revenues, results of
operations, and cash flows. Changing economic and retail market
conditions in geographic areas where our properties are
concentrated may reduce our revenues and cash flow. Our success
depends on the continued presence and success of our “anchor”
tenants. A percentage of our revenues are derived from “local”
tenants and our net income may be adversely impacted if these
tenants are not successful, or if the demand for the types or mix
of tenants significantly change. We may be unable to collect
balances due from tenants in bankruptcy. Many of our costs and
expenses associated with operating our properties may remain
constant or increase, even if our lease income decreases.
Compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and other
building, fire, and safety and regulations may have a material
negative effect on us.
Risk Factors Related to Real Estate
InvestmentsOur real estate assets may decline in value and
be subject to impairment losses which may reduce our net income. We
face risks associated with development, redevelopment and expansion
of properties. We face risks associated with the development of
mixed-use commercial properties. We face risks associated with the
acquisition of properties. We may be unable to sell properties when
desired because of market conditions. Changes in tax laws could
impact our acquisition or disposition of real estate.
Risk Factors Related to the Environment
Affecting Our PropertiesClimate change may adversely
impact our properties directly and may lead to additional
compliance obligations and costs as well as additional taxes and
fees. Geographic concentration of our properties makes our business
more vulnerable to natural disasters, severe weather conditions and
climate change. Costs of environmental remediation may adversely
impact our financial performance and reduce our cash flow.
Risk Factors Related to Corporate
MattersAn increased focus on metrics and reporting
relating to environmental, social, and governance (“ESG”) factors
may impose additional costs and expose us to new risks. An
uninsured loss or a loss that exceeds the insurance coverage on our
properties may subject us to loss of capital and revenue on those
properties. Failure to attract and retain key personnel may
adversely affect our business and operations. The unauthorized
access, use, theft or destruction of tenant or employee personal,
financial or other data or of Regency’s proprietary or confidential
information stored in our information systems or by third parties
on our behalf could impact our reputation and brand and expose us
to potential liability and loss of revenues.
Risk Factors Related to Our Partnerships
and Joint VenturesWe do not have voting control over all
of the properties owned in our co-investment partnerships and joint
ventures, so we are unable to ensure that our objectives will be
pursued. The termination of our partnerships may adversely affect
our cash flow, operating results, and our ability to make
distributions to stock and unit holders.
Risk Factors Related to Funding
Strategies and Capital StructureOur ability to sell
properties and fund acquisitions and developments may be adversely
impacted by higher market capitalization rates and lower NOI at our
properties which may dilute earnings. We depend on external sources
of capital, which may not be available in the future on favorable
terms or at all. Our debt financing may adversely affect our
business and financial condition. Covenants in our debt agreements
may restrict our operating activities and adversely affect our
financial condition. Increases in interest rates would cause our
borrowing costs to rise and negatively impact our results of
operations. Hedging activity may expose us to risks, including the
risks that a counterparty will not perform and that the hedge will
not yield the economic benefits we anticipate, which may adversely
affect us.
Risk Factors Related to the Company’s
Acquisition of Urstadt BiddleCombining our business with
Urstadt Biddle’s may be more difficult, costly or time-consuming
than expected and we may fail to realize the anticipated benefits
of the acquisition, which may adversely affect our business results
and negatively affect the market price of our securities.
Risk Factors Related to the Market Price
for Our SecuritiesChanges in economic and market
conditions may adversely affect the market price of our securities.
There is no assurance that we will continue to pay dividends at
current or historical rates.
Risk Factors Related to the Company’s
Qualification as a REITIf the Company fails to qualify as
a REIT for federal income tax purposes, it would be subject to
federal income tax at regular corporate rates. Dividends paid by
REITs generally do not qualify for reduced tax rates. Certain
foreign shareholders may be subject to U.S. federal income tax on
gain recognized on a disposition of our common stock if we do not
qualify as a “domestically controlled” REIT. Legislative or other
actions affecting REITs may have a negative effect on us or our
investors. Complying with REIT requirements may limit our ability
to hedge effectively and may cause us to incur tax liabilities.
Risk Factors Related to the Company’s
Common StockRestrictions on the ownership of the Company’s
capital stock to preserve its REIT status may delay or prevent a
change in control. The issuance of the Company's capital stock may
delay or prevent a change in control. Ownership in the Company may
be diluted in the future.
Investor ContactChristy
McElroySVP, Capital Markets904 598
7616ChristyMcElroy@regencycenters.com
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