Retail Estates NV (RETb)

Overview

Retail Estates NV is a Belgian public real estate investment trust that operates as a niche player within the real estate market, focusing on the development and acquisition of retail properties situated on the outskirts of residential areas or along main access roads leading to urban centers. These properties typically range from 500 m² to 3,000 m² in size, with an average building size of 1,000 m² in Belgium and 1,500 m² in the Netherlands. As of 31 December 2023, the company boasts a portfolio of 1,025 rental units, encompassing a total retail area of 1,234,904 m² spread across Belgium and the Netherlands, maintaining a high occupancy rate of 97.92%. The fair value of Retail Estates NV's consolidated real estate portfolio is estimated at €2,010.63 million, as appraised by independent real estate experts on 31 December 2023. The company is publicly listed on Euronext Brussels and Euronext Amsterdam, and is recognized as a public regulated real estate company:

Products and Services

• Acquisition of Out-of-Town Retail Properties

  Retail Estates NV specializes in acquiring retail properties that are strategically located on the outskirts of residential areas or along main access roads to urban centers. These acquisitions come from third parties, positioning the company as a key player in serving the needs of retailers seeking accessible locations away from congested urban cores.

• Development and Commercialization of Retail Buildings

  Apart from acquisitions, Retail Estates NV also engages in the development and commercialization of retail buildings for its own account. This includes not only constructing new buildings but also enhancing and optimizing existing structures to attract and retain tenants, thereby fostering a vibrant retail ecosystem that benefits both users and investors.

• Rental Unit Portfolio Management

  With 1,025 rental units under its management, Retail Estates NV offers a wide range of retail space options to prospective tenants. This extensive portfolio allows Retail Estates to cater to various retailer sizes and formats, from smaller boutique stores to larger anchor tenants, within its strategically located properties across Belgium and the Netherlands.