BXP Inc. Reports Strong Q2 Performance and Raises Full-Year Guidance
Boston Properties (BXP) delivered a strong second quarter in 2026, exceeding FFO guidance by $0.08 per share and raising its full-year midpoint forecast by $0.05. The company attributed the performance to faster-than-expected leasing activity and occupancy gains driven largely by demand from tech firms influenced by AI adoption. BXP has already achieved 170 basis points of a 200-basis-point occupancy gain target for 2026, with in-service occupancy rising for three consecutive quarters. The company is focusing on 'Premier Workplaces,' which represent the top 14% of market space and have an 8% vacancy rate compared to 13.5% industry-wide. Capital recycling efforts are ahead of schedule, generating $1.2 billion in net proceeds since its investor conference. The company is prioritizing new developments over acquisitions due to higher yields and has raised the year-end occupancy target for 2026 from 89% to approximately 90%, based on a strong lease pipeline.
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