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Sign InReflecting resilience across the real estate and financial sectors, several US mid-cap companies reported positive results for the second quarter of 2026. Kimco Realty raised its full-year FFO outlook and increased its quarterly dividend by 12%, supported by strong leasing activity. Jackson Financial reported record adjusted operating earnings driven by higher fee income, while Eastman Kodak achieved its fourth consecutive quarter of growth led by its Advanced Materials business.
These positive results for REITs and financial services coincide with a period of monetary policy stability, as market data shows the Federal Reserve held interest rates at 3.75% following its July 29, 2026 meeting. Per market data, financial firms benefited from equity market performance which boosted fee income, while the construction materials sector saw more tempered results with flat EBITDA reported by some peers.
Investors should monitor the impact of financing costs on the real estate sector, especially with the MBA 30-year mortgage rate reaching 6.76% as of July 29, 2026. In the absence of immediate upcoming catalysts in the economic calendar for these specific instruments, focus remains on the sustainability of Kodak's revenue gains and the ability of REITs to maintain rental growth momentum.