Why Macerich, Taubman, Tanger, and Other Mall REITs Shot Higher Today
After notable moves on Monday, real estate investment trusts (REITs) that own enclosed malls and factory outlet centers rose sharply for a second day. Macerich (NYSE: MAC) jumped nearly 13% in early trading today, with Tanger Factory Outlet Centers (NYSE: SKT) rising 15% and Taubman Centers (NYSE: TCO) 16.5%. Other big names in the sector also saw quick price gains, including Pennsylvania REIT (NYSE: PEI) and industry giant Simon Property Group (NYSE: SPG), which CNBC reported has started to make plans to reopen some of its malls and outlet centers.