Regency Centers: The Real Opportunity Lies In Its Preferred Stocks

Regency Centers remains a hold as its common stock trades at a premium, reflecting quality, strong AFFO growth, and a robust pipeline. REG's preferred stocks, REGCP, REGCO, however offer attractive yields, are well-covered, and present potential upside if redeemed, backed by a high-quality REIT. Macro risks, particularly Iran-driven inflation and higher-for-longer rates, may pressure REG's valuation and delay preferred redemptions or pipeline expansion.