Arena REIT posts 8% profit growth as Edge Early Learning default clouds outlook

Arena REIT has reported a net operating profit of AUD79.1 million for the financial year ended 30 June 2026.

This is an increase of 8% on the prior year, as the ASX200-listed REIT navigates a default by one of its largest tenants, Edge Early Learning.

The Melbourne-based REIT, which develops, owns and manages social infrastructure properties across Australia, said statutory net profit rose 62% to AUD132 million.