Regency Centers (REG) shareholders back board, pay plan and approve cash dividends

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Regency Centers Corporation reported results from its annual shareholder meeting and declared quarterly dividends on its common and preferred stock. Shareholders elected eleven directors to serve until the 2027 annual meeting, with each nominee receiving more than 168 million votes in favor and customary broker non-votes recorded.

Shareholders also approved, on a non-binding basis, 2025 executive compensation with 164,324,175 votes for and ratified KPMG LLP as independent registered public accounting firm with 160,466,059 votes for. The board declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.755 per share on common stock, payable July 2, 2026 to shareholders of record on June 12, 2026.

The board further declared quarterly cash dividends of $0.390625 per share on the 6.250% Series A Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Stock and $0.367200 per share on the 5.875% Series B Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Stock, each payable July 31, 2026 to holders of record on July 16, 2026.

Insights

REIT governance and income analyst

Routine governance approvals and steady cash dividends support Regency’s income profile.

The filing shows Regency Centers completed a standard annual meeting with all eleven director nominees elected by wide margins. Shareholders backed 2025 executive pay in an advisory vote and ratified KPMG LLP as auditor, signaling broad support for current governance and oversight structures.

The board maintained regular cash returns through declared quarterly dividends of $0.755 per common share and stated amounts on Series A and B preferred shares, with payment dates on July 2, 2026 and July 31, 2026. For income-focused holders, the confirmed dividend levels and clear record dates reinforce Regency’s REIT income characteristics, though the document does not compare these dividends to prior periods.

8-K Event Classification

3 items: 5.07, 7.01, 9.01

3 items

Item 5.07 Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders Governance

Results of a shareholder vote on proposals at an annual or special meeting.

Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure Disclosure

Material non-public information disclosed under Regulation Fair Disclosure, often investor presentations or guidance.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits Exhibits

Financial statements, pro forma financial information, and exhibit attachments filed with this report.

Key Figures

Common stock dividend: $0.755 per share Series A preferred dividend: $0.390625 per share Series B preferred dividend: $0.367200 per share +3 more

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Common stock dividend $0.755 per share Quarterly dividend payable July 2, 2026; record date June 12, 2026

Series A preferred dividend $0.390625 per share 6.250% Series A, payable July 31, 2026; record date July 16, 2026

Series B preferred dividend $0.367200 per share 5.875% Series B, payable July 31, 2026; record date July 16, 2026

Say-on-pay support 164,324,175 votes for Advisory vote on 2025 executive compensation; additional votes against and abstain disclosed

Auditor ratification votes for 160,466,059 votes KPMG LLP ratified as independent registered public accounting firm for FY ending Dec. 31, 2026

Director election example 171,679,364 votes for Votes for director nominee Lisa Palmer; against, abstain, and broker non-votes also disclosed

Key Terms

non-binding advisory vote, independent registered public accounting firm, Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Stock, shareholders of record, +1 more

5 terms

non-binding advisory vote regulatory

"Results of the non-binding advisory vote of the shareholders on the executive compensation"

A non-binding advisory vote is a shareholder vote that expresses investors’ opinion on a proposal (such as executive pay, corporate policy, or governance practices) but does not legally force the company to act. Think of it like a customer survey: it signals whether owners approve or disapprove and can pressure boards and managers to change course, so investors watch the result as an indicator of governance risk and potential future shifts in company strategy or leadership.

independent registered public accounting firm regulatory

"to serve as the independent registered public accounting firm for the Company"

An independent registered public accounting firm is an outside accounting company officially registered with the government regulator to examine and report on a public company's financial records and controls. Investors treat its reports like an impartial inspector’s certificate — they add credibility to financial statements, help spot errors or misleading claims, and reduce the risk that shareholders are relying on unchecked or biased numbers.

Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Stock financial

"6.250% Series A Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Stock (the “Series A Preferred Stock”)"

Cumulative redeemable preferred stock is a type of investment that gives shareholders priority over common stockholders to receive dividends and get their money back if the company is sold or closes. If the company misses dividend payments, it must pay them later before any dividends can go to other shareholders. This makes it a more secure and flexible option for investors seeking steady income with some ability to redeem their shares in the future.

shareholders of record financial

"payable on July 2, 2026 to shareholders of record as of June 12, 2026"

Shareholders of record are the people officially listed as owners of a company's stock on a specific date. This matters because only these shareholders are entitled to receive dividends or vote at company meetings. It's like being on the official guest list for a party—you get to enjoy the perks and have a say.

real estate investment trust (REIT) financial

"Regency Centers is a qualified real estate investment trust (REIT) that is self-administered"

A real estate investment trust (REIT) is a company that owns, operates, or finances income-generating real estate like shopping malls, apartments, or office buildings. Investors buy shares of the REIT, making it easy for people to invest in real estate without buying property themselves, and it often pays regular dividends from the rent it collects.

Understanding 8-K Material Events →

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, DC 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

May 7, 2026 (May 6, 2026)

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported)

REGENCY CENTERS CORPORATION

REGENCY CENTERS, L.P.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Florida (Regency Centers Corporation) Delaware (Regency Centers, L. P.)		001-12298 (Regency Centers Corporation) 0-24763 (Regency Centers, L.P.)		59-3191743 (Regency Centers Corporation) 59-3429602 (Regency Centers, L.P.)
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)		(Commission File Number)		(IRS Employer Identification No.)

One Independent Drive, Suite 114

Jacksonville, Florida 32202

(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)

(904) 598-7000

(Registrant's telephone number, including area code)

Not Applicable

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Regency Centers Corporation

Title of each class		Trading Symbol		Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, $0.01 par value		REG		The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC
6.250% Series A Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Stock, par value $0.01 per share		REGCP		The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC
5.875% Series B Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Stock, par value $0.01 per share		REGCO		The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC

Regency Centers, L.P.

Title of each class		Trading Symbol		Name of each exchange on which registered
None		N/A		N/A

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐		Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230 .425)
☐		Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)
☐		Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))
☐		Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. 

Item 5.07 Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

On May 7, 2026, Regency Centers Corporation (the "Company”) held an annual meeting of its shareholders to vote on the following proposals:

Proposal One - Election of Directors: The board of directors proposed eleven nominees to stand for election at the 2026 annual meeting and each of the nominees was elected. Each of the nominees was elected to serve until the 2027 annual meeting or until their successors are duly elected and qualified. The voting results are as follows:

Nominee		Votes For				Votes Against				Abstain				Broker Non-Votes
Martin E. Stein, Jr.			169,577,767				2,125,310				70,382				3,181,307
Gary E. Anderson			169,503,471				2,198,241				71,747				3,181,307
Bryce Blair			168,751,018				2,950,756				71,685				3,181,307
Kristin A. Campbell			168,212,220				3,490,341				70,898				3,181,307
Deirdre J. Evens			171,519,894				183,455				70,110				3,181,307
Thomas W. Furphy			171,668,953				32,666				71,840				3,181,307
Karin M. Klein			169,722,196				1,705,569				345,694				3,181,307
Peter D. Linneman			170,061,709				1,640,326				71,424				3,181,307
Lisa Palmer			171,679,364				23,924				70,171				3,181,307
Mark J. Parrell			171,666,729				35,062				71,668				3,181,307
James H. Simmons, III			171,515,994				184,058				73,407				3,181,307

Proposal Two - Advisory Vote on Executive Compensation for Fiscal Year 2025: Results of the non-binding advisory vote of the shareholders on the executive compensation of the Company's named executive officers for fiscal year 2025 were as follows:

For				Against				Abstain				Broker Non-Votes
	164,324,175				7,114,045				335,239				3,181,307

Proposal Three - Ratification of Appointment of KPMG LLP as the Company's Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm: The board of directors selected the accounting firm of KPMG LLP to serve as the independent registered public accounting firm for the Company for the current fiscal year ending December 31, 2026, and also submitted such appointment for ratification by the shareholders at the annual meeting. The shareholders ratified the appointment of KPMG LLP, with the voting results as follows:

For				Against				Abstain
	160,466,059				14,454,754				33,953

Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosures

Declaration of Dividend for Common Stock and Series A and Series B Preferred Stock

On May 6, 2026, the Board of the Company:

1.Declared a dividend on the Company's common stock of $0.755 per share, payable on July 2, 2026 to shareholders of record as of June 12, 2026.

2.Declared a dividend on the Company’s 6.250% Series A Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Stock (the “Series A Preferred Stock”), which will be paid at a rate of $0.390625 per share on July 31, 2026. The dividend will be payable to holders of record of the Company’s Series A Preferred Stock as of the close of business on July 16, 2026; and

3.Declared a dividend on the Company’s 5.875% Series B Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Stock (the “Series B Preferred Stock”), which will be paid at a rate of $0.367200 per share on July 31, 2026. The dividend will be payable to holders of record of the Company’s Series B Preferred Stock as of the close of business on July 16, 2026.

Item 9.01(d) Financial Statements and Exhibits

Exhibit 99.1 Press release issued by Regency Centers Corporation on May 7, 2026

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SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

	REGENCY CENTERS CORPORATION
May 7, 2026	By:		/s/ Michael R. Herman
			Michael R. Herman, Senior Vice President General Counsel and Corporate Secretary
	REGENCY CENTERS, L.P.
	By: Regency Centers Corporation, its general partner
May 7, 2026	By:		/s/ Michael R. Herman
			Michael R. Herman, Senior Vice President General Counsel and Corporate Secretary

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Exhibit 99.1

	NEWS RELEASE
	For immediate release
	Kathryn McKie
	904 598 7348
	KathrynMcKie@regencycenters.com

Regency Centers Declares Quarterly Dividends

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (May 7, 2026) – Regency Centers Corporation (“Regency Centers,” “Regency” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: REG) announced today that the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”) declared quarterly cash dividends on Regency’s common stock, Series A preferred stock, and Series B preferred stock, respectively.

•On May 6, 2026, the Board declared a quarterly cash dividend on the Company’s common stock of $0.755 per share. The dividend is payable on July 2, 2026, to shareholders of record as of June 12, 2026.

•On May 6, 2026, the Board declared a quarterly cash dividend on the Company’s Series A preferred stock of $0.390625 per share. The dividend is payable on July 31, 2026, to shareholders of record as of July 16, 2026.

•On May 6, 2026, the Board declared a quarterly cash dividend on the Company’s Series B preferred stock of $0.367200 per share. The dividend is payable on July 31, 2026, to shareholders of record as of July 16, 2026.

About Regency Centers Corporation (NASDAQ: REG)

Regency Centers is a preeminent national owner, operator, and developer of shopping centers located in suburban trade areas with compelling demographics. Our portfolio includes thriving properties merchandised with highly productive grocers, restaurants, service providers, and best-in-class retailers that connect to their neighborhoods, communities, and customers. Operating as a fully integrated real estate company, Regency Centers is a qualified real estate investment trust (REIT) that is self-administered, self-managed, and an S&P 500 Index member. For more information, please visit RegencyCenters.com

FAQ

What did Regency Centers (REG) shareholders approve at the 2026 annual meeting?

Shareholders elected eleven directors to serve until the 2027 annual meeting, approved 2025 executive compensation on a non-binding basis, and ratified KPMG LLP as the independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026, based on disclosed vote tallies.

How much is Regency Centers’ quarterly dividend on common stock?

The quarterly cash dividend on Regency Centers’ common stock is $0.755 per share. It is payable on July 2, 2026, to shareholders of record as of June 12, 2026, providing ongoing cash income consistent with the company’s real estate investment trust structure.

What dividends did Regency Centers declare on its Series A preferred stock?

Regency Centers declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.390625 per share on its 6.250% Series A Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Stock, payable on July 31, 2026, to holders of record on July 16, 2026, reflecting the stated 6.250% cumulative preferred distribution rate.

What dividends did Regency Centers declare on its Series B preferred stock?

The company declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.367200 per share on its 5.875% Series B Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Stock. This dividend is payable on July 31, 2026, to holders of record as of July 16, 2026, aligning with the security’s 5.875% cumulative yield.

How did shareholders vote on Regency Centers’ executive compensation for 2025?

In the advisory say-on-pay vote, 164,324,175 votes were cast in favor of Regency Centers’ 2025 executive compensation, 7,114,045 against, and 335,239 abstentions, with 3,181,307 broker non-votes. This indicates strong, though not unanimous, shareholder support for the company’s compensation program.

Was KPMG LLP ratified as Regency Centers’ independent auditor?

Yes. Shareholders ratified KPMG LLP as Regency Centers’ independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026, with 160,466,059 votes for, 14,454,754 against, and 33,953 abstentions, confirming KPMG’s continued role in auditing the company’s financial statements.

Filing Exhibits & Attachments

2 documents

Press Releases

• EX-99.1 EX-99.1 12.3 KB

Other Documents

• EX-101 XBRL TAXONOMY EXTENSION SCHEMA WITH EMBEDDED LINKBASES DOCUMENT 59.1 KB