General Shopping Brasil reported strong financial results for 2Q08. Gross revenue increased 74.3% to R$21.3 million compared to 2Q07, driven by growth from both new and same-store properties. Net operating income more than doubled to R$16.6 million, with margins expanding. Same-store rent grew 10.5% while services revenue increased 16.7%. The company also reduced vacancy rates and issued R$180 million in real estate receivables.