S&P Upgrades Kite Realty Group Trust’s Rating Outlook to ‘Positive’ from ‘Stable’

INDIANAPOLIS, Sept. 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kite Realty Group Trust (NYSE: KRG) announced today that S&P Ratings (“S&P”) revised its rating outlook for KRG to ‘Positive’ from ‘Stable’ and affirmed the Company’s ratings, including the ‘BBB-’ Issuer Credit Rating.

In its public announcement on the matter, S&P cited “Kite Realty Group Trust deleveraged its balance sheet in recent quarters, in part, from its strong operating and financial performance since its merger with RPAI” and noted “that Kite’s lease expirations are manageable over the next two years, which will likely support occupancy levels and cash flow stability.”

About Kite Realty Group Trust

Kite Realty Group Trust (NYSE: KRG) is a real estate investment trust (REIT) headquartered in Indianapolis, IN that is one of the largest publicly traded owners and operators of open-air shopping centers and mixed-use assets. The Company’s primarily grocery-anchored portfolio is located in high-growth Sun Belt and select strategic gateway markets. The combination of necessity-based grocery-anchored neighborhood and community centers, along with vibrant mixed-use assets makes the KRG portfolio an ideal mix for both retailers and consumers. Publicly listed since 2004, KRG has nearly 60 years of experience in developing, constructing and operating real estate. Using operational, investment, development, and redevelopment expertise, KRG continuously optimizes its portfolio to maximize value and return to shareholders. As of June 30, 2023, the Company owned interests in 181 U.S. open-air shopping centers and mixed-use assets, comprising approximately 28.6 million square feet of gross leasable space. For more information, please visit kiterealty.com.

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