PASADENA, Calif.– Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. (NYSE: ARE), a leading developer and operator of life science campuses, has once again been named one of the Most Trustworthy Companies in America by Newsweek for the third consecutive year. This prestigious recognition highlights the company’s commitment to trust across its stakeholders, including customers, investors, and employees.
Alexandria earned its place on the annual list, which is based on a survey of 25,000 U.S. residents, conducted in collaboration with Newsweek’s market research partner Statista. The survey evaluated companies on trustworthiness in three key areas: customer, investor, and employee satisfaction. Alexandria is one of only four S&P 500 Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) to make the list within the real estate and housing category.
“We are deeply honored to receive this recognition for the third year in a row,” said Joel S. Marcus, executive chairman and founder of Alexandria Real Estate Equities. “Since our founding in 1994, we’ve remained dedicated to supporting the life science sector through innovation and collaboration. This award is a testament to our culture of integrity, transparency, and respect, and it reinforces our position as a leader in life science real estate.”
Alexandria’s innovative approach to life science real estate has set the company apart. The firm has pioneered the development of collaborative Megacampus™ ecosystems that foster collaboration and innovation in AAA life science locations. The company’s strategic focus as the only publicly traded, pure-play life science REIT has allowed it to build the largest and highest-quality laboratory infrastructure platform in the industry, serving around 750 tenants.
Notably, Alexandria’s reputation for trust and dependability has contributed to impressive leasing results. In 2024, 84% of the company’s leasing activity came from longstanding relationships with tenants, many of whom have partnered with Alexandria for decades. Alexandria boasts a tenant retention rate of over 80% in the past five years, underscoring the trust it has built with its clients.
Alexandria also continues to strengthen its commitment to investors, with a solid balance sheet, top-tier credit ratings, and a proven management team. The company’s focus on sustainable growth is reflected in its attractive dividend yield of 5.4% and an average annual increase of 5.4% in dividends per share since 2020.
The company also prides itself on fostering a strong internal culture of trust and loyalty. With a comprehensive benefits package that includes top-tier medical plans, paid therapy, generous PTO, and access to specialized care through Alexandria Lifeline™ for employees facing serious health challenges, the company ensures the well-being of its staff. Alexandria’s annual voluntary turnover rate has averaged just 4.0% from 2020 to 2024, far lower than the industry average of 11.0%.
Beyond business, Alexandria is also making a societal impact. The company actively supports a range of initiatives in areas like disease research, military and veteran support, education, mental health, and addiction recovery. A highlight of its corporate responsibility efforts is the support for the National Medal of Honor Museum, which opened in Arlington, Texas in March 2025. The museum honors the legacy of Medal of Honor recipients and serves as a hub for inspiring values like courage and commitment.
Alexandria’s repeated recognition as one of the most trustworthy companies in America reflects its unwavering commitment to building and maintaining trust with all of its stakeholders, from tenants to employees to investors. With an eye toward the future, the company continues to lead the way in life science real estate while staying true to its core values of collaboration, integrity, and innovation.
