Malkin Holdings has until the end of 2014 actually to conclude the vote for the new REIT proposal (which ESB must be approved by 80%).

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Simply said, Malkin Holdings has a well-defined leadership strategy that has sustained the course because of its exceptional track record of honor and integrity .

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The major stakeholder, Malkin Holdings , has owned the iconic office tower for over 50 years and by combining other Malkin Holding properties, the new REIT is aiming to create broader diversification and a substantially lower overall cost of capital.

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