Latest Retail Property Market News

Scentre Group has sold a 19.9% stake in Westfield Sydney to Australian Retirement Trust for $864 million, reinforcing its strategy of capital recycling through joint ventures.

Dexus Convenience Retail REIT reports a $20.2 million uplift in portfolio valuation for H2 2025, driven by cap rate compression and steady rental growth. The update signals strong investor demand for stable retail assets.

Charter Hall Retail REIT has announced a quarterly unfranked dividend of AUD 0.064 per unit, payable in February 2026, maintaining steady income for investors amid a stable retail property market.

Region Group delivered solid financial results for FY25 with modest growth in funds from operations and assets under management, while announcing a planned CEO retirement and maintaining positive guidance for FY26.

Harvey Norman Holdings Limited reported robust FY25 results with strong sales growth, a significant profit increase, and a major boost from property revaluations. The company’s integrated retail, franchise, and property model continues to underpin its expansion and resilience.

Carindale Property Trust reported a solid 6.4% increase in revenue to $61.6 million and a significant jump in net profit to $39.2 million for the year ended 30 June 2025, underpinned by strong property valuations and operational performance.

Vicinity Centres confirms its distribution reinvestment plan will apply to the FY25 final distribution with a 1% discount on new securities, inviting investors to reinvest dividends under favourable terms.

Region Group has reported a remarkable turnaround with an $81.8 million net profit for the half year ended December 2024, reversing last year's loss while maintaining its interim distribution at 6.70 cents per security.