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Pennsylvania Real Estate Investment Trust Reports Second Quarter 1999 Results, FFO Per Share Increases 20% to $0.66

    PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 12 /PRNewswire/ -- Pennsylvania Real Estate Investment
Trust (NYSE: PEI) announced today the results of its operations for the second
quarter ended June 30, 1999.

    Second Quarter Highlights
    -- Increased FFO by 20.0% to $0.66 per share on 14.6 million shares/OP
       units outstanding from $0.55 per share on 13.9 million shares/OP units
       outstanding during the second quarter of 1998
    -- Funds from operations for the quarter increased 25.0% to $9.6 million
       from $7.7 million in 1998
    -- Increased combined net operating income 45.5% to $18.9 million from
       $13.0 million in 1998
       -- Retail net operating income increased 76.7% from the 1998 second
          quarter
       -- Multifamily net operating income grew 18.7% from the 1998 second
          quarter
    -- Commenced construction of two power centers: Metroplex (Plymouth
       Meeting, Pa.) and Paxton Towne Centre (Harrisburg, Pa.)

    Second Quarter Results
    Funds from operations (FFO) for the three months ended June 30, 1999
totaled $9,621,000, a 25.0% increase over FFO of $7,699,000 for the comparable
three-month period ended June 30, 1998.  The growth was driven by acquisitions
and development projects completed in 1998 and improved operating results in
the Company's portfolio.  Second quarter FFO was $0.66 per share on 14,636,000
weighted average share equivalents outstanding (including Operating
Partnership [OP] units), compared to $0.55 per share on 13,943,000 weighted
average share equivalents for the three months ended June 30, 1998.  As
calculated by NAREIT, FFO is defined as net income, excluding extraordinary
and unusual items, gain (or loss) on the sale of property, plus depreciation
and amortization.
    Net operating income before depreciation from wholly-owned properties and
the Company's proportionate share of partnerships and joint venture
properties, including PREIT-RUBIN, increased 45.5% to $18,852,000 for the
three months ended June 30, 1999, from $12,959,000 for the three months ended
June 30, 1998.  The increase is mainly due to acquisitions completed in the
second half of 1998 and the completion of two development properties in the
fourth quarter of 1998.
    Net income for the three months ended June 30, 1999 was $4,918,000, or
$0.37 per basic share, on total weighted average shares outstanding of
13,315,000 compared to $6,205,000, or $0.47 per basic share, on 13,297,000
total weighted average shares outstanding for the three months ended June 30,
1998.  Net income for the 1998 period included a gain on sale of Charter
Pointe Apartments in Altamonte Springs, Fla. totaling $1,766,000 or $0.13 per
share.

    Six Months Results
    Funds from operations (FFO) for the six months ended June 30, 1999 totaled
$18,775,000, a 21.6% increase over FFO of $15,445,000 for the prior comparable
six-month period ended June 30, 1998.  FFO for the six-month period totaled
$1.29 per share and OP unit on 14,609,000 weighted average shares outstanding
(including OP units), compared to $1.11 per share on 13,941,000 weighted
average shares for the six months ended June 30, 1998.
    Net operating income before depreciation from wholly-owned properties and
the Company's proportionate share of partnerships and joint venture
properties, including PREIT-RUBIN, increased 43.3% to $37,168,000 for the six
months ended June 30, 1999, from $25,929,000 for the six months ended June 30,
1998.
    On a fully diluted basis, net income for the six months ended June 30,
1999 was $0.81 per share on 13,312,000 total weighted average shares
outstanding.  Net income for the 1999 period includes gains on the sales of
135 Commerce Drive in Fort Washington, Pa. and a land parcel at Crest Plaza in
Allentown, Pa. totaling $1,346,000, or $0.10 per share.

    Comments from Management
    Ronald Rubin, Chief Executive Officer of PREIT, said, "We continue to be
pleased with our operating results, demonstrating the integration of several
accretive acquisitions, the strength of our portfolio, and the prudence of our
focus on strategic development projects and internal growth.  During the 1999
second quarter we achieved double digit increases in FFO, combined net
operating income as well as solid performance from our multifamily portfolio,
reflecting the effectiveness of our long-term growth strategies."  Mr. Rubin
continued, "In the quarters ahead we will continue to focus on maintaining the
growth of our development pipeline, and obtaining adequate funding for such
purpose."

    Same Store NOI Growth Continues -- Multifamily & Shopping Center
Portfolios
    Same store net operating income for the Company's portfolio of multifamily
properties increased 4.4% over the second quarter of 1998, primarily driven by
a 2.7% increase in revenues and a 0.4% increase in operating expenses.  Same
store net operating income for the second quarter of 1999 for the Company's
shopping center portfolio increased by 1.8% over the comparable quarter.

       Portfolio Highlights
    -- Metroplex Shopping Center (Plymouth Meeting, Pa.) -- PREIT announced
       that a partnership in which it holds a 50% interest obtained financing
       and closed on the 103-acre site for the development of Metroplex
       Shopping Center in Plymouth Meeting, Pa.  The 780,000 square foot power
       center will be anchored by Target Stores, Lowe's and Giant Supermarket.
       Initial occupancy is expected in the second quarter of 2000.
    -- Paxton Towne Centre (Harrisburg, Pa.) -- The Company announced the
       acquisition of a 100-acre site and the commencement of construction for
       Paxton Towne Centre, a 560,000 square foot power center in Harrisburg,
       Pa.  Anchor tenants include Target Stores, Kohl's and Weis Markets, and
       initial occupancy is expected in the second quarter of 2000.
    -- Development Pipeline -- During the second quarter, PREIT announced that
       it has entered into a joint venture to develop the Pavilion at Market
       East in Philadelphia, Pa.  The 375,000 square foot retail,
       entertainment and parking complex will be anchored by a Disney Quest
       indoor theme park.  Also in the second quarter the Company entered into
       an agreement to acquire a 50-acre site known as Frankford Arsenal in
       Philadelphia, Pa.  The Company expects to acquire the site and begin
       construction on a 500,000 square foot power center in the fourth
       quarter of 1999.
    -- Home Depot at Northeast Tower Center (Philadelphia, Pa.) -- The
       Company acquired an 89% interest in the Home Depot parcel at its
       Northeast Tower Center in Philadelphia, Pa. as contemplated at the time
       of the acquisition of the balance of the center.  The purchase price
       was $13.5 million, including $12.5 million of long term debt.
    -- Dispositions -- After the close of the second quarter the Company sold
       a non-core land parcel in Rancocas, N.J. in which it owned a 75%
       interest.  The Company's proportionate share of the gain on the sale is
       approximately $175,000, or $0.01 per share.

    Jonathan B. Weller, President and Chief Operating Officer of PREIT,
commented, "During the first six months of 1999, we have completed several
transactions that further diversify and enhance the Company's portfolio,
either through acquisitions or development projects.  Each of these
transactions began with our identification of opportunities that met our
financial objectives, leveraged our expertise in property management, leasing
and project development, and offer the potential for FFO growth.  Over the
remainder of this year, we fully expect to build upon this momentum as the
Company's current development and redevelopment pipeline includes 7 power
centers, 3 strip centers and 2 enclosed malls."

    Capital Resources
    The Company announced in April the completion of a $108 million financing
with a 10-year term and a weighted average interest rate of 6.77%, as well as
the use of proceeds to pay down its line of credit and a short-term secured
financing.  During the second quarter, the Company utilized approximately
$20 million from its line of credit, primarily for the acquisition of the
Paxton Towne Centre land and other development activities.  At the end of the
second quarter approximately $66 million was available under the Company's
$150 million line of credit.  In addition the Company incurred new mortgage
and construction debt in the amount of approximately $24 million, primarily
for the acquisition of the Home Depot Parcel at Northeast Tower Centre and the
construction financing for the Metroplex Shopping Center.
    Edward Glickman, Chief Financial Officer of PREIT, added, "Since the
beginning of the year one of our primary objectives was to provide the Company
with additional capital to fund its development projects and other high
value-added opportunities.  By locking in the interest rate of 6.77% on our
$108 million financing, we have reduced our interest rate exposure and
increased the availability under the line of credit to facilitate our 1999 and
2000 developments.  Furthermore, we continue to pursue opportunities to
enhance our financial flexibility to position PREIT to take advantage of
significant opportunities that exist in our industry."

    Quarterly Dividend Declared
    The Company declared a quarterly dividend of $0.47 per share payable on
September 15, 1999 to shareholders and unitholders of record as of August 31,
1999.  The September 15, 1999 dividend payment will be PREIT's 90th
consecutive distribution since its initial dividend paid in August of 1962.
Throughout its history, the Company has never omitted or reduced a shareholder
dividend.
    Pennsylvania Real Estate Investment Trust, founded in 1960 and one of the
first equity REITs in the U.S., has a primary investment focus on shopping
centers (8.1 million square feet) and apartment communities (7,241 units)
located primarily in the eastern United States.  The Company's portfolio
currently consists of interests in 47 properties in 10 states.  In addition,
there are 6 retail properties under development.  Pennsylvania Real Estate
Investment Trust is headquartered in Philadelphia, Pa.

    With the exception of the historical information contained in the release,
the matters described herein contain forward-looking statements that are made
pursuant to the Safe Harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation
Reform Act of 1995.  Such statements involve various risks and may cause
actual results to differ materially.  These risks include, but are not limited
to, the ability of the Company to grow internally or by acquisition and to
integrate acquired businesses, the availability of adequate funds at
reasonable cost, changing industry and competitive conditions, and other risks
outside the control of the company referred to in the Company's registration
statement and periodic reports filed with the Securities and Exchange
Commission.

    FUNDS FROM OPERATIONS
                           Three Months Ended          Six Months Ended
                           June 30,     June 30,       June 30,  June 30,
                             1999         1998           1999      1998
    Income before minority
     interest in operating
     partnership        $5,406,000    $6,509,000  $11,837,000  $11,325,000
    Less:  Gains on sales
     of interests in
     real estate                --    (1,766,000)  (1,346,000)  (1,766,000)
    Add:  Wholly owned &
     consolidated
     partnership, net    3,266,000     2,089,000    6,422,000    4,178,000
    Unconsolidated
     partnerships &
     joint ventures      1,137,000     1,008,000    2,196,000    2,007,000
    Excess purchase price
     over net asset
     acquired               54,000        29,000      107,000       58,000
    Refinancing prepayment
     fee of partnership/
     joint ventures         55,000            --       55,000           --
    Less:  Depreciation of
     non-real estate
     assets                (60,000)      (57,000)    (120,000)    (114,000)
    Amortization of
     deferred financing
     assets               (237,000)     (113,000)    (376,000)    (243,000)

    FUNDS FROM
     OPERATIONS       $9,621,000(A)$7,699,000(A)$18,775,000(A)$15,445,000(A)

    FUNDS FROM OPERATIONS
     PER SHARE AND OP UNITS  $0.66         $0.55        $1.29        $1.11

    Weighted average number
     of shares
     outstanding        13,315,000    13,297,000   13,312,000   13,295,000
    Weighted average effect
     of full conversion
     of OP units         1,321,000       646,000    1,297,000      646,000
    Total weighted average
     shares of outstanding
     including OP units 14,636,000    13,943,000   14,609,000   13,941,000

        (A)  Includes the non-cash effect of straight-line rent of $323,000
             and $206,000 for the 2nd quarter 1999 and 1998 and $614,000 and
             $431,000 year to date for 1999 and 1998, respectively.

    OPERATING RESULTS
                            Three Months Ended         Six Months Ended
                            June 30,      June 30,    June 30,      June 30,
                              1999       1998           1999          1998
    REVENUES
      Gross revenues
       from real estate$21,659,000   $13,783,000  $42,759,000  $27,308,000
      Interest and
       other
       income              402,000       133,000      564,000      255,000
                        22,061,000    13,916,000   43,323,000   27,563,000
    EXPENSES
      Property operating
       expenses          7,512,000     5,050,000   14,889,000   10,142,000
      Depreciation and
       amortization      3,309,000     2,113,000    6,525,000    4,251,000
      General &
       administrative
       expenses            993,000       868,000    1,846,000    1,607,000
      Interest expense   5,362,000     1,855,000   10,467,000    3,834,000
                        17,176,000     9,886,000   33,727,000   19,834,000
        Income before
         equity in
         unconsolidated
         entities,
         gains on
         sales of
         interests
         in real
         estate and
         minority
         interest
         in
         operating
         partnership     4,885,000     4,030,000    9,596,000    7,729,000
    Equity in loss of
     PREIT-RUBIN, Inc.    (856,000)     (501,000)  (1,948,000)    (859,000)
    Equity in income of
      partnerships and
      joint ventures     1,377,000     1,214,000    2,843,000    2,689,000
    Gains on sales of
      interests
      in real estate            --     1,766,000(A) 1,346,000(B)1,766,000(A)
      Income before
        minority
        interest
        in operating
        partnership      5,406,000     6,509,000   11,837,000   11,325,000
    Minority interest in
     operating
     partnership          (488,000)     (304,000)  (1,049,000)    (529,000)
    NET INCOME          $4,918,000    $6,205,000  $10,788,000  $10,796,000
    PER SHARE DATA
    Net income before
     gains on sales of
     interests in real
     estate                  $0.37         $0.34        $0.71        $0.68
    Gains on sales of
     interests in real
     estate                     --         0.13(A)       0.10(B)     0.13(A)
    BASIC INCOME PER SHARE   $0.37         $0.47        $0.81        $0.81

    DILUTED INCOME PER SHARE $0.37         $0.47        $0.81        $0.81

    Weighted average
     number
     of shares
     outstanding        13,315,000    13,297,000   13,312,000   13,295,000

    (A) In 1998, gains on sale of Charter Pointe Apartments in
        Altemonte Springs, Fla.
    (B) In 1999, gains on sales of 135 Commerce Drive, Fort Washington, Pa.
        and land parcel at Crest Plaza, Allentown, Pa.

    EQUITY IN INCOME OF PARTNERSHIPS
    AND JOINT VENTURES

                             Three Months Ended          Six Months Ended
                           June 30,    June 30,       June 30,    June 30,
                             1999        1998          1999         1998
    Gross revenues
     from real estate  $14,363,000   $13,312,000  $28,521,000  $28,047,000
    Expenses:
      Property operating
        expenses         4,830,000     4,702,000    9,682,000   10,104,000
      Mortgage and bank
        loan interest    4,331,000     4,093,000    8,519,000    8,326,000
      Refinancing
        prepayment fee (A) 110,000            --      110,000           --
      Depreciation and
        amortization     2,311,000     2,083,000    4,465,000    4,154,000
                        11,582,000    10,878,000   22,776,000   22,584,000
                         2,781,000     2,434,000    5,745,000    5,463,000
    Partner's Share     (1,404,000)   (1,220,000)  (2,902,000)  (2,774,000)

    EQUITY IN INCOME
     OF PARTNERSHIPS
     AND JOINT VENTURES $1,377,000    $1,214,000   $2,843,000   $2,689,000

        (A) The Company's share is $55,000.

      Supplemental Information for Wholly Owned Properties and the Company's
              Proportionate Share of Partnerships and Joint Ventures

    EARNINGS BEFORE INTEREST,  TAXES, DEPRECIATION
     AND AMORTIZATIONS ("EBITDA")

                           Three Months Ended          Six Months Ended
                          June 30,     June 30,     June 30,      June 30,
                             1999          1998        1999          1998

    Gross Revenues     $21,659,000   $13,783,000  $42,759,000  $27,308,000
    Operating expenses  (7,512,000)   (5,050,000) (14,889,000) (10,142,000)

    Net operating income:
      Wholly-owned
        properties      14,147,000     8,733,000   27,870,000   17,166,000
    Company's
      proportionate share
      of partnerships and
      joint ventures net
      operating income   4,705,000     4,226,000    9,298,000    8,763,000
    Combined net
      operating income  18,852,000    12,959,000   37,168,000   25,929,000
    Interest income        402,000       133,000      564,000      255,000
    Company's proportionate
     share of PREIT-RUBIN,
      Inc.net
      operating loss      (403,000)     (285,000)  (1,173,000)    (506,000)
    General and
      administrative
      expenses            (993,000)     (868,000)  (1,846,000)  (1,607,000)
    EBITDA             $17,858,000   $11,939,000  $34,713,000  $24,071,000

    MORTGAGE NOTES, BANK AND CONSTRUCTION LOANS PAYABLE
    Wholly-Owned Properties
      Mortgage notes payable                     $268,900,000  $64,766,000
      Bank Loans payable                           74,473,000   55,126,000
                                                  343,373,000  119,892,000
    Company's Proportionate
     Share of Partnerships
     and Joint Ventures
      Mortgage notes payable                      111,385,000   99,999,000
      Construction loans payable                    7,553,000           --
      Bank loans payable                            2,475,000    4,189,000
      Total mortgage notes and bank
        loans payable                            $464,786,000 $224,080,000


SOURCE Pennsylvania Real Estate Investment Trust




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    Edward A. Glickman, Executive Vice President
    and CFO of Pennsylvania Real Estate Investment Trust,
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