Citigroup Increases Stake in Alexandria Real Estate Equities

Institutional investor boosts holdings in leading life sciences REIT

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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Citigroup Inc. has raised its position in Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. (NYSE:ARE) by 14.4% in the 3rd quarter, according to the company's latest 13F filing with the SEC. Citigroup now owns 271,723 shares of the real estate investment trust's stock, valued at $22.6 million, representing 0.16% ownership of the company.

Why it matters

Alexandria Real Estate Equities is a leading owner, operator, and developer of collaborative life science and technology campuses, making it a key player in the growing life sciences real estate sector. Citigroup's increased stake signals confidence in the company's long-term growth prospects.

The details

Citigroup added 34,108 shares to its existing position in Alexandria Real Estate Equities during the 3rd quarter. The investment bank now owns 0.16% of the REIT's outstanding shares. Several other major institutional investors, including State Street Corp, Geode Capital Management, and Invesco Ltd., also hold significant stakes in Alexandria Real Estate Equities.

  • Citigroup increased its position in Alexandria Real Estate Equities during the 3rd quarter of 2026.

The players

Citigroup Inc.

A multinational investment bank and financial services corporation.

Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc.

A real estate investment trust (REIT) specializing in the ownership, development, and management of collaborative life science and technology campuses.

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The takeaway

Citigroup's increased stake in Alexandria Real Estate Equities underscores the growing investor interest in the life sciences real estate sector, which has seen strong demand driven by the expansion of the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries.