02:03 PM EDT, 07/30/2024 (MT Newswires) -- (Updates with Blackstone's response in the third paragraph.)

Blackstone (BX) is in the early stage of discussions to acquire Retail Opportunity Investments ( ROIC ) , an owner of shopping centers in the US, Reuters reported Tuesday, citing unnamed sources.

There's no guarantee that a deal will be reached, the sources reportedly told Reuters, adding that Retail Opportunity Investments ( ROIC ) could attract another suitor.

Blackstone declined MT Newswires' request for comment, while Retail Opportunity Investments ( ROIC ) didn't immediately respond to a request for comment.

Shares of Retail Opportunity Investments ( ROIC ) climbed nearly 18% while Blackstone slid 0.2% in recent trading.

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