Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated provides global commercial real estate services and investment management through JLL and LaSalle Investment Management. News about JLL commonly covers leasing advisory, workplace, project and property management, capital markets assignments, investment sales, debt advisory, hotel and hospitality transactions, and mandates tied to office, industrial, hotel, multi-family, retail and data center properties.
Company updates also include quarterly operating results, margin and revenue trends across advisory and recurring service lines, capital allocation actions such as share repurchases, strategy briefings, and JLL research on real estate markets. LaSalle Investment Management updates relate to client investment activity across private assets and publicly traded real estate securities.
On July 6, 2022, JLL announced its acquisition of Metropolitan Valuation Services (MVS), enhancing its real estate valuation capabilities by adding 20 professionals to its existing team. MVS is a leading independent appraisal firm in the New York metropolitan area, specializing in various property types. The acquisition aims to strengthen JLL's services, particularly in multi-housing and sustainability initiatives, amidst a dynamic New York real estate market. This move positions JLL as a more formidable player, leveraging local expertise to cater to investors and lenders.
The Global Real Estate Transparency Index (GRETI) report by JLL and LaSalle highlights disparities in market transparency across the globe. While North America, Western Europe, and Australasia show progress, many countries lag behind. The report reveals sustainability as the primary driver of transparency improvements, with countries like Japan now classified as 'Highly Transparent.' Technological advancements are increasing data availability, while investments in alternative property sectors surged by 69% from 2019 to 2021. The GRETI assesses 254 indicators in 94 countries, emphasizing the importance of transparency for real estate investors.
On June 15, 2022, JLL announced the successful sale of a grocery-anchored retail portfolio for $278.153 million. This portfolio consists of eight properties totaling 687,000 square feet located in affluent markets such as Atlanta, Dallas, and Los Angeles. Currently, the portfolio is 88.5% leased with a weighted average lease term of 6.3 years. Major tenants include grocery giants like Whole Foods and Target. This transaction reflects strong national demand for well-located retail assets in key markets.
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Jones Lang LaSalle (NYSE: JLL) announces the election of Larry Quinlan as a non-executive Board member, effective May 26, 2022. Quinlan, former CIO of Deloitte, brings over 33 years of experience in technology strategy, operations, and cybersecurity. He will contribute to the Audit and Risk, and Nominating, Governance & Sustainability Committees. Sheila Penrose, who has served on the board since 2002, will retire. Quinlan's expertise is expected to enhance JLL's technology initiatives. The company reported a revenue of $19.4 billion and has a global workforce exceeding 100,000.
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Core Spaces and Tom Winkopp Development have announced a major joint venture to develop a 140-acre off-campus student village near Clemson University, featuring 4,000 beds and state-of-the-art amenities. This project expands upon the existing 1,400-bed facility called The Pier and aims to create a vibrant, walkable community for students. Construction is expected to elevate the area’s housing offerings and enhance the local economy. JLL Capital Markets facilitated the partnership, emphasizing the project's potential impact on Clemson's growth and student living experience.
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Jones Lang LaSalle reported a robust first quarter of 2022 with diluted earnings per share rising to $2.86, up from $1.97 the previous year. The company achieved a 21% increase in revenue to $4.8 billion and a 36% jump in fee revenue to $1.9 billion, driven by strong performance in Capital Markets and Markets Advisory segments. Adjusted EBITDA grew to $273.6 million, with a margin increase to 14.4%. The company repurchased $150 million in shares, reflecting strong capital management amidst economic uncertainties.
Jones Lang LaSalle (NYSE: JLL) announced that Chief Financial Officer Karen Brennan will participate in investor meetings at the Wolfe Research Virtual Broker Conference on May 10, 2022. Additional JLL leaders will engage in commercial real estate panels during the event. A live audio webcast and a replay will be available on JLL's Investor Relations website. JLL, a Fortune 500 firm with $19.4 billion in revenue and over 98,000 employees globally, specializes in real estate and investment management. For more details, visit ir.jll.com.