Retail real estate outran the broad property benchmark this year, with the three biggest names all posting double-digit gains.

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Bruni J V and Co. Co. acquired a new position in shares of Simon Property Group, Inc. (NYSE: SPG) in the undefined quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The fund acquired 24,746 shares of the real estate investment trust's stock, valued at approximately $5,534,443,000.

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Simon Property Group is downgraded to Hold as the stock now reflects fair value, balancing risk and reward. SPG continues to post strong results: Q2 revenue up 19.3%, occupancy at 96%, and FFO per share guidance raised. The company maintains a robust balance sheet, with net debt/EBITDA below 5.0x, $1.02B in cash, and a 4.10% dividend yield.

Simon Property beat Q2 FFO estimates as leasing strength, higher retailer sales and acquisitions drive growth, while 2026 guidance rises.

Simon Property Group (SPG) remains a strong buy for defensive positioning as market risks rise and the bull market matures. SPG offers resilience through scale, diversification, high debt ratings, and opportunistic acquisitions, making it attractive for long-term investors. The recent dividend increase to $2.25 per share, up ~4% year-over-year, underscores SPG's financial strength.

Simon Property Group, Inc. (SPG) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

Simon Property Group NYSE: SPG reported accelerating second-quarter growth in domestic property net operating income and real estate funds from operations, citing continued tenant demand, higher lease income, acquisitions and solid retailer sales.

Real Estate FFO: $1.25 billion, or $3.29 per share, up 7.9% year-over-year.Reported FFO: $3.12 per share, compared to $3.15 per share in the prior-year period.D