First Industrial Raises 2026 FFO Guidance as Lease Rents Climb

what happened

First Industrial Realty Trust, a U.S. owner, operator and developer of logistics properties, reported its third-quarter 2026 figures, according to TradingView. Diluted EPS came in at $0.44, down from $0.49 a year earlier, while FFO per share rose to $0.81 from $0.76.

Occupancy at quarter-end slipped to 94.1% from 94.9% in the second quarter, though it was slightly above the 94.0% recorded a year before. Cash rental rates on new and renewal leases climbed 52%, and cash same-store NOI before termination fees grew 5.6%.

The company also bought an industrial building in central Pennsylvania spanning 764,000 square feet for $120 million, already leased in full. It lifted its midpoint FFO guidance for 2026 by $0.01 and raised full-year cash same-store NOI growth guidance by 75 basis points to 6.5% at the midpoint.

why it matters

For investors, the report points to firmer demand for U.S. warehouse space, as tenants renew early and rents on new leases rise. The softer occupancy figure and the company's warning about trade disputes and tariffs are worth watching.

market impact

US industrial REITs: rising rents and NOI guidance support the sector; lower occupancy is a point to watch

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