Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. ARE

ARE Company Overview

Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. (NYSE: ARE) is a publicly traded real estate investment trust (REIT) focused on owning, developing, and operating collaborative life science, agtech, and advanced technology campuses. The company primarily serves biotechnology, pharmaceutical, medical technology, academic, and research-oriented tenants through laboratory and office infrastructure tailored to scientific innovation. ARE operates within the commercial real estate and life science infrastructure industries, with revenue primarily generated through long-term leasing, property development, and real estate services associated with specialized laboratory facilities.

The company was founded in 1994 by Joel S. Marcus and evolved from a niche life science landlord into one of the largest owners and developers of laboratory office campuses in the United States. ARE’s business model emphasizes clustering properties near leading research universities, medical institutions, and innovation ecosystems. Its strategic positioning is supported by high barriers to entry in laboratory real estate, long tenant relationships with investment-grade and venture-backed life science companies, and deep integration within major research markets.