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Occupancy and Leasing Activity
ALEXANDRIA REAL ESTATE EQUITIES, INC. · 2026-08-04 · Importance 45 · Surprise 64 · In source text
Alexandria’s Q2 2026 leasing volume increased 60% sequentially and exceeded 1 million square feet, indicating improving demand from life science and advanced technology tenants. Approximately 1.4 million square feet had been leased but was still awaiting commencement. Tenant retention remained strong, supporting a reported flight-to-quality dynamic. Operating occupancy nevertheless declined to 86.9%, reflecting continued vacancy pressure across the life sciences portfolio.
Key facts
- Quarterly leasing activity increased 60% quarter-over-quarter. source
- 1.4 million RSF awaits lease commencement. source
- Leasing topped 1 million rentable square feet (RSF) in the quarter. source
Impact estimates
| metric | direction | stage | expected | basis |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| revenue | positive | probable | — | Quarterly leasing activity increased 60% quarter-over-quarter. |