As a major owner of indoor malls, Washington Prime Group has faced numerous challenges in dealing with the sudden closures of several of its former tenants, including Toys R Us, Bon-Ton Stores and Sears. In its third quarter 2019 earnings call, Washington Prime Group highlighted its recent leasing progress, with year-to-date leasing activity reaching 3.2 million square feet, which includes resolving 17 of the 23 anchor vacancies within the REIT's portfolio.