Realty Income vs. Regency Centers: Which Retail REIT Wins?

Key Takeaways Regency Centers stands out with solid internal growth and strong leasing spreads.REG posted 12% cash rent spreads and 13% renewal spreads in Q4 2025.Realty Income boasts 98.7% occupancy and declares 668 consecutive monthly dividends.Retail REIT investors looking for stability often narrow their search to two proven operators: Realty Income (O) and Regency Centers (REG) . Both focus on necessity-based retail and maintain investment-grade balance sheets, but beneath the surface, their growth eng ...