Core Viewpoint - Regency Centers Corporation has announced the acquisition of a portfolio of five suburban shopping centers in the Rancho Mission Viejo community of Orange County, CA, totaling approximately 630,000 square feet [1][2]. Acquisition Details - The acquisition includes Bridgepark Plaza, Mercantile West, Mercantile East, Terrace Shops, and Sendero Marketplace, enhancing Regency's presence in a supply-constrained coastal market [1][2]. - The total purchase price for the portfolio is $357 million, funded through a combination of operating partnership units, assumption of secured mortgage debt, and cash [3]. Financial Metrics - The portfolio is 97% leased, with grocer sales nearing $800 per square foot, and the average household income within a 3-mile radius is approximately $200,000 [2]. - The assumed mortgage debt amounts to $150 million, with a weighted average interest rate of 4.2% and a term to maturity of about 12 years [3]. Strategic Alignment - The acquisition aligns with Regency's capital allocation objectives, aiming for earnings accretion, quality, and growth [3]. - The transaction is expected to be accretive to Regency's 2025 Core Operating Earnings per share [3]. Advisory Information - BofA Securities acted as the financial advisor, while EY served as the tax advisor to the seller, and legal matters were handled by Latham & Watkins for the seller and Paul Hastings for Regency [4]. Company Overview - Regency Centers is a leading national owner, operator, and developer of shopping centers, focusing on suburban trade areas with strong demographics [6]. - The company operates as a fully integrated real estate investment trust (REIT) and is a member of the S&P 500 Index [6].