For GNL, the acquisition represents a “compelling opportunity” to accelerate its transition toward earnings growth in 2026. CEO, Michael Weil, stated that the merger follows a deleveraging initiative and supports the company’s ongoing strategy to reduce office exposure. GNL’s current holdings are already heavily weighted toward industrial properties and distribution centers, which account for nearly half of its portfolio. Weil highlighted that Modiv’s mission-critical industrial assets would provide the durable, predictable cash flow necessary to meet GNL’s long-term objectives.