Regency Centers Co. (NASDAQ:REGCO) Short Interest Up 32.0% in December

Regency Centers Co. (NASDAQ:REGCO) was the target of a large growth in short interest during the month of December. As of December 31st, there was short interest totalling 23,900 shares, a growth of 32.0% from the December 15th total of 18,100 shares. Based on an average trading volume of 9,400 shares, the days-to-cover ratio is currently 2.5 days.

Regency Centers Trading Down 0.3 %

REGCO traded down $0.07 during trading on Friday, reaching $22.86. The company had a trading volume of 1,795 shares, compared to its average volume of 4,336. Regency Centers has a 12-month low of $21.47 and a 12-month high of $24.90. The firm’s 50-day simple moving average is $23.02 and its 200 day simple moving average is $23.11.

Regency Centers Announces Dividend

The business also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Friday, January 31st. Stockholders of record on Thursday, January 16th will be given a $0.3672 dividend. This represents a $1.47 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 6.43%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Thursday, January 16th.

About Regency Centers

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.