Regency Centers Co. (NASDAQ:REGCO) Sees Large Increase in Short Interest

Regency Centers Co. (NASDAQ:REGCO) saw a significant growth in short interest in 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 daily volume of 9,400 shares, the short-interest ratio is presently 2.5 days.

Regency Centers Trading Down 0.3 %

Shares of Regency Centers stock traded down $0.07 during trading hours on Friday, reaching $22.86. The company’s stock had a trading volume of 1,795 shares, compared to its average volume of 4,336. Regency Centers has a one year low of $21.47 and a one year high of $24.90. The company’s 50 day simple moving average is $22.99 and its 200 day simple moving average is $23.11.

Regency Centers Announces Dividend

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

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.