Core View - Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) has been upgraded to a Zacks Rank 1 (Strong Buy), reflecting an upward trend in earnings estimates, which is a powerful force impacting stock prices [1][3] - The Zacks rating system relies on earnings estimate revisions, which have a strong correlation with near-term stock price movements [4][6] - The upgrade positions JLL in the top 5% of Zacks-covered stocks, indicating superior earnings estimate revisions and potential for market-beating returns [10] Earnings Estimate Revisions - For the fiscal year ending December 2024, JLL is expected to earn $13.60 per share, an 83.8% increase from the previous year [8] - Over the past three months, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for JLL has increased by 2% [8] Zacks Rating System - The Zacks Rank system classifies stocks into five groups based on four factors related to earnings estimates, with Zacks Rank 1 stocks generating an average annual return of +25% since 1988 [7] - The system maintains an equal proportion of 'buy' and 'sell' ratings, with only the top 5% of stocks receiving a 'Strong Buy' rating [9][10] Institutional Influence - Institutional investors use earnings and earnings estimates to calculate the fair value of a company's shares, and changes in these estimates lead to buying or selling pressure, impacting stock prices [4]

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- JLL's Capital Markets group announced today that it arranged over $1.2 billion in construction financing throughout 2024 on behalf of The BlackChamber Group ("BlackChamber"). The financings will facilitate the development of four hyperscale powered shell campuses located across Northern Virginia collectively totalling over 740 megawatts of capacity.    JLL worked on behalf of BlackChamber to arrange the financings as part of BlackChamber's Northern Virginia developm ...

CHICAGO, Jan. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated (NYSE: JLL) will host a conference call and webcast to discuss fourth quarter 2024 results on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, at 9 a.m. Eastern time.The conference call can be accessed live over the phone by dialing (888) 660-6392; the conference ID number is 5398158. Listeners are asked to please dial in 10 minutes prior to the call start time and provide the conference ID number to be connected.The conference call will also be webcast li ...

Financing and Market Context - JLL arranged a $300 million refinancing for the Omni Nashville Hotel, an 800-key luxury hotel in downtown Nashville [1] - The refinancing was secured through a fixed-rate, seven-year loan with a U.S.-based insurance company and AllianceBernstein Commercial Real Estate Debt [2] - Nashville is one of the top-performing lodging markets in the country, benefiting from over 14 million annual visitors and a booming tourism and corporate sector [3] Hotel Features and Performance - The Omni Nashville Hotel, opened in 2013, is a 21-story LEED Silver certified property with over 80,000 square feet of meeting space, including a 23,800-square-foot ballroom [2] - The hotel offers multiple dining options, a 5,500-square-foot Mokara spa, a rooftop pool, and a state-of-the-art fitness center [2] - The hotel is integrated with the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum and is located across from the 2.1 million-square-foot Music City Center convention facility [3] - The property consistently ranks at the top of its competitive set for RevPAR, benefiting from its irreplaceable location and high-quality amenities [5] Key Players and Their Roles - JLL's Debt Advisory team, led by Kevin Davis, Whit Johnson, Jim Curtin, Mike Huth, Shalin Patel, Luke Rogers, and Nick Warta, facilitated the refinancing [4] - TRT Holdings, Inc, the parent company of Omni Hotels & Resorts, is the borrower and a privately owned diversified holding company with interests in hospitality, real estate, and investments [7] - AllianceBernstein, with $793 billion in client assets under management as of October 31, 2024, acted as an advisor in the refinancing process [8] JLL's Global Capabilities - JLL is a leading global commercial real estate and investment management company with over 200 years of experience [10] - The firm has more than 3,000 Capital Markets specialists worldwide and operates in nearly 50 countries, offering services such as investment sales, debt advisory, equity advisory, and recapitalization [5][10] - JLL reported annual revenue of $20.8 billion and employs over 111,000 people globally [10]

Company Overview - JLL APAC is a global real estate leader that helps enterprises optimize real estate strategies to meet operational needs and business goals [2] - The company offers comprehensive solutions and services across the real estate spectrum, including integrated facility management (IFM) [1] - JLL APAC integrates advanced technology, leverages scientific insights, and designs sustainable spaces to drive innovation and deliver significant customer value [1] - The company has over 110,000 employees, operates in over 80 countries, and generates annual revenue of $20.8 billion [9] Industry Recognition - JLL APAC received the 2024 Asia-Pacific Company of the Year Award from Frost & Sullivan for its excellence in the facility management industry [1][5] - The award recognizes JLL APAC's high degree of innovation, leadership in customer value, and market penetration [6] - Frost & Sullivan highlights JLL APAC's bold approach to exploring innovative insights beyond traditional FM scope, such as neuroscientific principles [4] Innovative Solutions - JLL APAC's Work Science initiative studies individual work patterns and cognitive styles to create human-centric workspace designs, enhancing productivity and employee well-being [3] - The company's JLL Future Labs service curates immersive, multi-sensory collaboration experiences to foster innovative thinking and accelerate decision-making [3] - JLL APAC leverages AI and machine learning to unify operations among facility management stakeholders, eliminating data silos and enhancing collaboration [3] - The JLL Serve FM application streamlines operations, automates processes, and provides real-time visibility to optimize building usage and minimize costs [3] Technology Integration - JLL APAC's Smart Building Platform enhances operational performance with real-time and remote asset monitoring, enabling predictive maintenance and improved occupant comfort [4] - The company integrates IoT, big data, and intelligent technology to promote sustainability and propel the FM industry into the future [4] - JLL APAC developed the world's first large language model specifically for the commercial real estate industry, the JLL GPT AI platform, which provides intelligent insights to drive informed strategies [4] Customer-Centric Approach - JLL APAC prioritizes mutual interests to drive value creation and sustainable growth for all stakeholders, redefining business partnerships in the FM industry [5] - The company's customer-centric and collaborative approach resulted in a global Net Promoter Score of 100%, establishing a new regional record [4] - JLL APAC fosters enduring relationships through collaboration, value creation, and service excellence, positioning it to lead the FM industry into the future [5] Market Position - JLL APAC's steady growth momentum positions it to thrive and continue expanding its market presence, regardless of macroeconomic and business conditions [4] - The company's deep industry expertise, state-of-the-art capabilities, and customer-driven approach reinforce its leadership in the FM industry [1]

Sponsor JLL Also Funds Previously Announced $100 Million Equity InvestmentCHICAGO, Jan. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- JLL Income Property Trust, an institutionally-managed daily NAV REIT (NASDAQ: ZIPTAX; ZIPTMX; ZIPIAX; ZIPIMX) with approximately $6.6 billion in portfolio equity and debt investments, announced today that it originated a $32 million senior, secured floating rate first mortgage loan on a newly constructed, institutional-quality apartment community in north suburban Houston, Texas. The loan has an i ...

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Tampa, Florida, Dec. 19, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Qualifacts, a leading provider of electronic health record (EHR) and data solutions for behavioral health and human services organizations, today announced the consolidation and relocation of its two smaller Tampa, Florida offices into a larger, new, state-of-the-art location. This move brings together the company's Tampa-based teams under one roof, fostering enhanced collaboration and a more dynamic work environment. "We are thrilled to consolidate our Tamp ...

The fully leased 5.5M SF industrial portfolio spans four statesMIAMI, Dec. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- JLL's Capital Markets group announced today that it has arranged $357.8 million in acquisition financing for MDH F3 Arctic Portfolio, a 5.5-million-square-foot, 100% leased industrial portfolio located in South Carolina, Pennsylvania, Illinois and Texas.JLL represented the borrower, MDH Partners, to secure the loan through Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. and Capital One, N.A. via a balance sheet execution.    The port ...

CHICAGO, Dec. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- JLL Income Property Trust, an institutionally-managed daily NAV REIT (NASDAQ: ZIPTAX; ZIPTMX; ZIPIAX; ZIPIMX) with approximately $6.6 billion in portfolio equity and debt investments, announced today that was a 2024 recipient of Nareit's "Leader in the Light" award for its efforts in sustainability and environmental practices.Nareit presented the 19th annual "Leader in the Light" awards at its REITworld 2024 Annual Conference. These awards are given to REITs that demon ...