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Empire State Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: ESRT) is a New York City-focused REIT whose news flow centers on its office, retail, multifamily, and landmark assets, including the Empire State Building. On this page, readers can review company announcements that cover leasing, acquisitions, sustainability milestones, financial reporting, and activity at the Empire State Building Observatory.
ESRT regularly issues leasing updates for its portfolio, including new retail tenants and expansions. Recent releases highlight leases with brands such as HOKA, Tecovas, and Rolex (through Tourneau, LLC) at its North Sixth Street Collection in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, as well as office expansions by tenants like Gerson Lehrman Group, Inc. at One Grand Central Place. These announcements provide insight into demand for ESRT’s properties and the tenant mix across its portfolio.
The company also publishes transaction and investment news, such as its agreement to acquire the Scholastic Building at 555‑557 Broadway in Manhattan’s SoHo submarket. Such releases describe property characteristics, lease terms, and occupancy levels, giving investors context on how ESRT deploys capital within the New York City real estate market.
Another key theme in ESRT’s news is sustainability and building performance. For example, the company has announced that the Empire State Building achieved LEED Platinum certification under the LEED v5 standard, and it discusses energy use reductions and its broader sustainability reporting. In addition, ESRT issues earnings and financial updates, including dates for quarterly results and conference calls, and provides links to supplemental information.
News about the Empire State Building Observatory—such as seasonal events, special tower lightings, and visitor experiences—also features prominently. Investors and observers can use this news feed to follow how ESRT manages its flagship attraction and broader portfolio over time.
Empire State Realty Trust (NYSE: ESRT) marks the 95th anniversary of the Empire State Building on May 1, 2026, with new observation-deck offers, a special birthday lighting, and anniversary experiences starting May 1. Highlights: a limited Sundae Funday, new birthday party packages, live EarthCam lighting, and ongoing 2026 announcements.
The building was named #1 Top Attraction in the U.S. in Tripadvisor’s 2026 Travelers’ Choice, completed a five-year $165 million observation-deck overhaul, holds LEED v5 Platinum certification, and targets net zero by 2030.
Empire State Realty Trust (NYSE: ESBA) reported Q1 2026 results: net income per diluted share $0.01 and Core FFO $0.20 per diluted share. Same-store cash NOI rose 5.5% YoY (1.3% ex‑one‑offs). Closed $46M Brooklyn retail acquisition, completed $184M financings and extended debt maturities; 2026 outlook unchanged.
Empire State Realty Trust (NYSE: ESRT) announced the grand opening of The Rooftop at 1333 Broadway on April 28, 2026. The tenant-only rooftop lounge offers open and cabana seating, a wet bar, audio/video, charging stations, event catering partners, and unobstructed views of the Empire State Building.
Events for tenants can be reserved for up to 250 guests and the rooftop complements ESRT's existing tenant amenities across its Broadway portfolio.
Empire State Realty Trust (NYSE: ESRT) published its 2025 Sustainability Report highlighting major awards, efficiency gains, and portfolio certifications. Key highlights include Empire State Building energy use down 49% since 2007, portfolio office energy down 39% since 2009, GRESB #1 management ranking, and LEEDv5 Platinum status.
The report also notes 100% WELL Health-Safety ratings, ENERGY STAR/NextGen certification for NYC offices, heat pump installations, and building management system upgrades across the portfolio.
Empire State Building (NYSE: ESRT) partners with Ghirardelli to host a limited-time 95th anniversary pop-up on the 86th Floor Observation Deck from April 10 through May 10, 2026. Guests can buy the exclusive Kong Sundae ($18) and Classic Hot Cocoa ($11) daily from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
The Kong Sundae will appear on the observation deck first, then arrive at the ground-floor Ghirardelli shop later this spring; tickets for the deck remain available online.
Empire State Realty Trust (NYSE: ESRT) acquired a newly constructed, prime retail property at 41-55 North 6th Street, Williamsburg for $46.0 million in late Q1. The ~22,000 sq ft site is near ESRT’s existing North 6th Street retail cluster and is currently vacant.
The acquisition, together with ESRT’s 86-90 North 6th Street purchase in mid-2025, completed capital redeployment from the December 2025 Metro Center disposition without recognition of a taxable gain. ESRT also closed a $53.5 million 10-year interest-only mortgage at a fixed 5.3% on 10 Union Square East, replacing a $50.0 million loan that matured April 1, 2026.
Empire State Building (NYSE:ESRT) announced a spring lineup of events, pop-up vendors, seasonal tower lighting, and family experiences at the 86th and 102nd Floor Observation Decks starting late March into April 2026. Highlights include a new butterfly installation, Easter Bunny appearances (Apr 1–5), limited Sunrise tickets, and seasonal food partners.
The Observatory notes a prior $165 million reimagination with a new interactive museum and upgraded 102nd Floor, and its Observatory was voted #1 NYC attraction in the 2025 Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice Awards.
Empire State Realty Trust (NYSE: ESRT) will release Q1 2026 financial results on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 after market close, with a conference call on Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. ET.
The Company said the earnings release, supplemental materials and investor presentation will be available on its investor website prior to the call. The conference will be webcast and a replay will be available on the site through May 14, 2026.
Empire State Realty Trust (NYSE: ESRT) lit the Empire State Building in the flags’ colors of the United States, Canada and Mexico on March 3, 2026, marking 100 days until the FIFA World Cup 2026™. Mascots Maple™, Zayu™ and Clutch™ and representatives from host committees attended and toured the observatory decks.
The tournament expands to 48 teams, begins June 11, 2026, and will host multiple matches in the New York New Jersey region, including the Final at MetLife Stadium.
Empire State Realty Trust (NYSE: ESRT) said Chairman & CEO Anthony E. Malkin and President Christina Chiu will present at Citi’s 31st Annual Global Property CEO Conference on Monday, March 2, 2026 at 8:10 AM Eastern. A live audio-webcast in listen-only mode will be available at esrtreit.com, with a replay accessible until March 2, 2027.