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Aethlon Medical Reaches Key Milestone with Enrollment of the First Patient in (FPI) Its Hemopurifier® Cancer Trial in Australia
Prnewswire· 2024-11-11 13:01
Patient Enrolled at the Cancer Clinical Trial Unit, CALHN, Royal Adelaide Hospital Aethlon's Trial is a Safety, Feasibility, and Dose Finding Study of the Hemopurifier® in Patients with Solid Tumors Not Responding to Anti-PD-1 AntibodiesSAN DIEGO, Nov. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Aethlon Medical, Inc. (Nasdaq: AEMD), a medical therapeutic company focused on developing products to treat cancer and life-threatening infectious diseases, today announced enrollment of the first patient in its Australian safety, fea ...
Farmland Partners(FPI) - 2024 Q3 - Quarterly Report
2024-10-31 20:05
Table of Contents or UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2024 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number: 001-36405 Title of each class Trading Symbol(s) Name of each exchange on which registered Common Stock FPI Ne ...
Farmland Partners(FPI) - 2024 Q3 - Earnings Call Transcript
2024-10-31 19:18
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For Q3 2024, net income was $1.8 million or $0.02 per share, lower than the same period in 2023 due to impacts from asset dispositions [24] - AFFO for Q3 2024 was $1.4 million or $0.03 per share, higher than the same period in 2023, positively impacted by lower property taxes and increased crop sales profitability [24] - For the nine months ended September 30, 2024, net income was $1.2 million or negative $0.02 per share, lower than the same period in 2023, while AFFO was $4.7 million or $0.10 per share, higher than the same period in 2023 [25] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Fixed farm rent decreased by approximately 3.5% due to dispositions in 2023, partially offset by acquisitions and higher rents from lease renewals [32] - Direct operations revenue increased by $1.6 million year-over-year due to higher crop sales volume and profitability [32] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company sold over $500 million of farmland in the last 24 months, achieving significant gains for shareholders [10] - The average price per acre for the sold farms was approximately $7,000, above the U.S. average of $5,500 [50] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to close the valuation gap by increasing stock price or returning capital to shareholders through buybacks and distributions [11] - The focus remains on maintaining a high-quality portfolio, particularly in Illinois, which is expected to appreciate more than other regions [19] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted that while the farming environment is challenging, it does not indicate massive bankruptcies, as farmers generally maintain positive cash flow due to land ownership [56][58] - Rent projections for 2025 are expected to be flat to a maximum of 5% increase, reflecting current market conditions [59] Other Important Information - A special dividend in the range of $1 to $1.10 per share is anticipated, driven by tax requirements and to signal business strength [22][36] - The company has reduced its debt load significantly, with a current leverage level lower than ever since going public [11] Q&A Session Summary Question: What was the annualized revenue on the 52 farms sold? - The annualized revenue for the farm sales was approximately $11.2 million [44] Question: What drove the significant increase in crop sales year-over-year? - The increase was primarily driven by strong performance from the Condor avocado farm and citrus crops [42] Question: How will asset sales impact revenue in 2025? - The company will be in a restricted position for asset sales due to REIT rules, but they are prepared to navigate these limitations creatively [43] Question: What is the expectation for rent increases in 2025? - The expectation is for flat rent projections, with potential increases of up to 5% [59] Question: What is the outlook for G&A expenses next year? - G&A expenses are expected to normalize back to the $10 million to $11 million range, excluding one-time costs [61]
Farmland Partners(FPI) - 2024 Q3 - Earnings Call Presentation
2024-10-31 18:44
Financial Performance - Net income for Q3 2024 was $1838 thousand, a 574% decrease compared to $4315 thousand for the same period in 2023[8] - AFFO for Q3 2024 was $1399 thousand, compared to $(465) thousand for the same period in 2023[8] - Total operating revenues increased by $17 million, or 146%, despite a 67% decrease in the average gross book value of real estate[4] - Total operating expenses decreased by approximately $35 million, a 302% decrease compared to the same period in 2023[4] - The company increased the bottom and top end of 2024 AFFO guidance range to $024 to $030 from $020 to $026[5] Balance Sheet and Debt Management - Subsequent to September 30, 2024, the company completed 52 farm dispositions for $3080 million in aggregate consideration[5] - The company repaid $1894 million of debt with a weighted average interest rate of 577%, projecting $109 million of annual interest savings[5] - Debt as a percentage of gross book value decreased from 388% as of September 30, 2024, to 271% as of October 28, 2024[5] - The company had total debt outstanding of approximately $3940 million at September 30, 2024, compared to $3631 million at December 31, 2023[10] Portfolio and Dividend - As of September 30, 2024, the portfolio included approximately 1347 thousand acres of owned farmland and 478 thousand acres of managed farmland[43] - The company expects to issue a special dividend to shareholders at year-end, projected to be between $100 and $110 per share[6]
Farmland Partners (FPI) Q3 Earnings: Taking a Look at Key Metrics Versus Estimates
ZACKS· 2024-10-31 01:06
For the quarter ended September 2024, Farmland Partners (FPI) reported revenue of $13.32 million, up 14.6% over the same period last year. EPS came in at $0.03, compared to $0.07 in the year-ago quarter. The reported revenue compares to the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $11.88 million, representing a surprise of +12.07%. The company delivered an EPS surprise of +200.00%, with the consensus EPS estimate being $0.01. While investors scrutinize revenue and earnings changes year-over-year and how they compare wit ...
Farmland Partners (FPI) Tops Q3 FFO and Revenue Estimates
ZACKS· 2024-10-30 23:01
Company Performance - Farmland Partners (FPI) reported quarterly funds from operations (FFO) of $0.03 per share, exceeding the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.01 per share, and compared to a loss of $0.01 per share a year ago, indicating a 200% surprise in FFO [1] - The company posted revenues of $13.32 million for the quarter ended September 2024, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 12.07%, compared to year-ago revenues of $11.62 million [2] - Over the last four quarters, Farmland Partners has surpassed consensus FFO estimates two times and topped consensus revenue estimates just once [2] Stock Performance - Farmland Partners shares have declined approximately 11.9% since the beginning of the year, while the S&P 500 has gained 22.3% [3] - The current consensus FFO estimate for the coming quarter is $0.15 on $20.1 million in revenues, and $0.22 on $55.42 million in revenues for the current fiscal year [7] Industry Outlook - The REIT and Equity Trust - Other industry, to which Farmland Partners belongs, is currently ranked in the top 24% of over 250 Zacks industries, indicating a favorable outlook [8] - Empirical research shows a strong correlation between near-term stock movements and trends in estimate revisions, suggesting that investors can track these revisions for better investment decisions [5]
Farmland Partners(FPI) - 2024 Q3 - Quarterly Results
2024-10-30 20:05
[Report Overview and Highlights](index=1&type=section&id=Report%20Overview%20and%20Highlights) [Third Quarter 2024 Highlights](index=1&type=section&id=Third%20Quarter%202024%20Highlights) FPI reported lower Q3 2024 net income due to prior year's asset gain, but AFFO turned positive with 14.6% revenue growth and 30.2% expense reduction | Metric | Q3 2024 | Q3 2023 | Change | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net Income | $1.8 million | $4.3 million | (58.1)% | | Net Income per Share | $0.02 | $0.07 | (71.4)% | | AFFO | $1.4 million | ($0.5) million | Positive Turnaround | | AFFO per Share | $0.03 | ($0.01) | Positive Turnaround | | Total Operating Revenues | +14.6% | - | - | | Total Operating Expenses | -30.2% | - | - | - The increase in operating revenues was achieved despite a **6.7% decrease** in the average gross book value of real estate, from **$1.08 billion** in 2023 to **$1.01 billion** in 2024, due to strategic asset dispositions[2](index=2&type=chunk) [Subsequent Events (Post-Q3 2024)](index=1&type=section&id=Subsequent%20Events) Post-Q3, FPI completed $308 million farm dispositions, repaid $189.4 million debt, significantly improving leverage and raising 2024 AFFO guidance - Completed **52 farm dispositions** for aggregate consideration of **$308.0 million**[3](index=3&type=chunk) - Repaid **$189.4 million** of debt with a weighted average interest rate of **5.77%**, eliminating all floating rate debt exposure and projecting **$10.9 million** in annual interest savings[3](index=3&type=chunk) - Leverage was significantly reduced, with debt as a percentage of gross book value decreasing from **38.8% to 27.1%** and the total debt to EBITDAre ratio falling from **10.9 to 5.8**[3](index=3&type=chunk) - Increased the full-year 2024 AFFO guidance range to **$0.24 - $0.30 per share** from **$0.20 - $0.26 per share**[3](index=3&type=chunk) [CEO Commentary](index=1&type=section&id=CEO%20Commentary) CEO Luca Fabbri attributed strong performance to operational efficiencies and asset sales, which drove debt reduction, increased guidance, and a projected special year-end dividend - The CEO credits strong operating results to efficiencies from portfolio improvements and cost-saving measures initiated in 2023[4](index=4&type=chunk) - Asset sales generated gains of approximately **$53 million**, demonstrating the strong value embedded in the company's portfolio[4](index=4&type=chunk) - The company expects to issue a special dividend projected to be between **$1.00 and $1.10 per share** at year-end[4](index=4&type=chunk) [Financial Performance](index=2&type=section&id=Financial%20Performance) [Financial and Operating Results Summary](index=2&type=section&id=Financial%20and%20Operating%20Results%20Summary) FPI's Q3 2024 net income decreased, but AFFO improved, while Adjusted EBITDAre and NOI showed healthy growth for both three and nine-month periods | Metric (in thousands) | Q3 2024 | Q3 2023 | YTD 2024 | YTD 2023 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net Income | $1,838 | $4,315 | $1,194 | $13,927 | | AFFO | $1,399 | ($465) | $4,713 | ($46) | | Adjusted EBITDAre | $7,649 | $6,317 | $22,752 | $18,804 | | Total Operating Revenues | $13,317 | $11,617 | $36,752 | $35,874 | | Net Operating Income (NOI) | $9,784 | $8,815 | $28,249 | $26,536 | [Consolidated Balance Sheet](index=4&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Balance%20Sheet) As of September 30, 2024, FPI's total assets slightly increased to $1.027 billion, liabilities rose to $406.5 million, and equity slightly decreased to $519.4 million | Balance Sheet Item (in thousands) | Sep 30, 2024 | Dec 31, 2023 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Total real estate, net | $974,646 | $961,531 | | Cash and cash equivalents | $8,090 | $5,489 | | **Total Assets** | **$1,027,123** | **$1,022,002** | | Mortgage notes and bonds payable, net | $392,244 | $360,859 | | **Total Liabilities** | **$406,482** | **$391,192** | | **Total Equity** | **$519,413** | **$528,840** | [Consolidated Statements of Operations](index=5&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Operations) Q3 2024 total operating revenues increased 14.6% to $13.3 million, expenses fell to $8.1 million, resulting in $1.8 million net income despite lower asset disposition gains | Income Statement Item (in thousands) | Q3 2024 | Q3 2023 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Total Operating Revenues | $13,317 | $11,617 | | Total Operating Expenses | $8,094 | $11,602 | | (Gain) on disposition of assets, net | ($1,980) | ($10,293) | | Interest Expense | $5,496 | $6,230 | | **Net Income** | **$1,838** | **$4,315** | | Basic Net Income per Share | $0.02 | $0.07 | [Portfolio and Capital Management](index=2&type=section&id=Portfolio%20and%20Capital%20Management) [Acquisition and Disposition Activity](index=2&type=section&id=Acquisition%20and%20Disposition%20Activity) In the first nine months of 2024, FPI acquired three properties for $16.3 million with no dispositions, though significant dispositions occurred post-quarter - Acquired **three properties** for a total of **$16.3 million** during the nine months ended September 30, 2024[8](index=8&type=chunk) - There were no property dispositions during the nine months ended September 30, 2024[8](index=8&type=chunk) [Balance Sheet, Debt, and Liquidity](index=2&type=section&id=Balance%20Sheet%2C%20Debt%2C%20and%20Liquidity) As of September 30, 2024, FPI's total debt was $394.0 million with $140.2 million liquidity, significantly improving post-quarter with a $189.4 million debt repayment | Metric (in millions) | Sep 30, 2024 | Dec 31, 2023 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Total Debt Outstanding | $394.0 | $363.1 | | Cash | $8.1 | $5.5 | | Undrawn Credit Availability | $132.1 | $201.1 | | **Total Liquidity** | **$140.2** | **$206.6** | - Subsequent to September 30, 2024, the Company repaid debt totaling **$189.4 million**[8](index=8&type=chunk) [Dividend Declaration](index=2&type=section&id=Dividend%20Declaration) On October 29, 2024, the Board declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.06 per share of common stock - A quarterly cash dividend of **$0.06 per share** was declared, payable on January 15, 2025, to stockholders of record as of January 2, 2025[9](index=9&type=chunk) [Outlook and Guidance](index=1&type=section&id=Outlook%20and%20Guidance) [2024 Earnings Guidance](index=1&type=section&id=2024%20Earnings%20Guidance) FPI raised its full-year 2024 AFFO guidance to $0.24 - $0.30 per share, reflecting strong operational performance and recent asset sales and debt reduction | Guidance Metric | Previous Range | Updated Range | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | 2024 AFFO per Share | $0.20 - $0.26 | $0.24 - $0.30 | [Special Dividend Projection](index=1&type=section&id=Special%20Dividend%20Projection) The company projects a special year-end dividend of $1.00 to $1.10 per share, funded by gains from recent asset sales - A special dividend is projected for year-end 2024 with an expected value between **$1.00 and $1.10 per share**[4](index=4&type=chunk) [Non-GAAP Financial Measures](index=6&type=section&id=Non-GAAP%20Financial%20Measures) [Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Measures](index=6&type=section&id=Reconciliation%20of%20Non-GAAP%20Measures) The report provides detailed reconciliations of GAAP net income to non-GAAP metrics like FFO, AFFO, EBITDAre, Adjusted EBITDAre, and NOI, clarifying adjustments for performance measurement Q3 2024 Reconciliation of Net Income to AFFO (in thousands) | Line Item | Amount | | :--- | :--- | | Net income | $1,838 | | (Gain) on disposition of assets, net | ($1,980) | | Depreciation, depletion and amortization | $1,414 | | FFO | $1,272 | | Stock-based compensation | $870 | | Distributions on Preferred units | ($743) | | **AFFO** | **$1,399** | Q3 2024 Reconciliation of Net Income to Adjusted EBITDAre (in thousands) | Line Item | Amount | | :--- | :--- | | Net income | $1,838 | | Interest expense | $5,496 | | Depreciation, depletion and amortization | $1,414 | | (Gain) on disposition of assets, net | ($1,980) | | EBITDAre | $6,779 | | Stock-based compensation | $870 | | **Adjusted EBITDAre** | **$7,649** | [Definitions of Non-GAAP Measures](index=8&type=section&id=Definitions%20of%20Non-GAAP%20Measures) FPI defines non-GAAP measures including Nareit-standard FFO and EBITDAre, plus company-specific AFFO, Adjusted EBITDAre, and NOI, providing supplemental performance insights - **FFO (Funds from Operations):** Calculated per Nareit standards, it excludes gains/losses from property sales and real estate depreciation to measure operational performance[22](index=22&type=chunk) - **AFFO (Adjusted Funds from Operations):** FFO adjusted to exclude items not reflective of sustainable operating performance, such as stock-based compensation and acquisition costs[23](index=23&type=chunk) - **EBITDAre and Adjusted EBITDAre:** EBITDAre is calculated per Nareit standards. Adjusted EBITDAre further removes items like stock-based compensation to better reflect ongoing operating performance[25](index=25&type=chunk)[26](index=26&type=chunk) - **NOI (Net Operating Income):** Calculated as total operating revenues less property operating expenses and cost of goods sold, reflecting performance directly associated with owning and leasing farmland[28](index=28&type=chunk) [Other Information](index=2&type=section&id=Other%20Information) [Conference Call Information](index=2&type=section&id=Conference%20Call%20Information) A conference call and webcast are scheduled for October 31, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. U.S. Eastern Time to discuss Q3 financial results and provide a corporate update - A conference call to discuss Q3 2024 results was scheduled for October 31, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. (U.S. Eastern Time)[11](index=11&type=chunk) [About Farmland Partners Inc.](index=3&type=section&id=About%20Farmland%20Partners%20Inc.) Farmland Partners Inc. is an internally managed REIT owning and/or managing approximately 136,000 acres of North American farmland across 15 U.S. states, also providing farmer loans - FPI is an internally managed REIT that owns and/or manages approximately **136,000 acres** of farmland in **15 states**[14](index=14&type=chunk) - The company's business includes owning farmland, making loans to farmers secured by farm real estate, and owning agricultural equipment dealerships[14](index=14&type=chunk) [Forward-Looking Statements](index=3&type=section&id=Forward-Looking%20Statements) This section contains forward-looking statements regarding the company's outlook, which are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to numerous market, geopolitical, and interest rate risks - The report includes forward-looking statements concerning the company's outlook, which are subject to risks and uncertainties[15](index=15&type=chunk) - Key risks mentioned include market factors affecting the special dividend, geopolitical conflicts, trade policies, inflation, interest rates, and weather events[15](index=15&type=chunk)
Farmland Partners(FPI) - 2024 Q2 - Quarterly Report
2024-07-25 20:05
Table of Contents or UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2024 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number: 001-36405 Title of each class Trading Symbol(s) Name of each exchange on which registered Common Stock FPI New Yor ...
Farmland Partners(FPI) - 2024 Q2 - Earnings Call Presentation
2024-07-25 18:39
FPI LISTED Q2 2024 Supplemental Package Farmland Partners Inc. (NYSE: FPI) is an internally managed real estate company that owns and seeks to acquire high-quality farmland throughout North America addressing the global demand for food, feed, fiber and fuel. www.farmlandpartners.com | 4600 S Syracuse St Suite #1450 Denver CO 80237 | 720.452.3100 Table of Contents | --- | --- | |----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ...
Farmland Partners(FPI) - 2024 Q2 - Earnings Call Transcript
2024-07-25 18:38
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For Q2 2024, the company reported a net loss of $2.1 million, with a net loss per share of $0.06, which is lower than the same period in 2023 due to prior year dispositions [22] - Adjusted Funds from Operations (AFFO) was $0.5 million, or $0.01 per weighted share, higher than the same period in 2023, positively impacted by lower property taxes and increased citrus sales [22][23] - Total operating expenses decreased by 7%, reflecting effective cost management [18] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Fixed farm rent decreased due to property dispositions, while direct operations revenue increased due to higher citrus and walnut sales [27][28] - The company disposed of approximately 10.4% of its portfolio, yet operating revenues were down only 1.2%, indicating improved portfolio performance [18] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Commodity prices for primary row crops like corn and soybeans are lower than in previous years, leading to challenges for farmers but not a broad economic crisis [9] - In California, while some crops like citrus have seen price increases, challenges remain due to water risks and rising labor costs [10] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company plans to gradually reduce its exposure to California due to ongoing challenges in that market [13] - The management believes the company trades at a significant discount to its net asset value, with efforts to close this gap through asset sales [14][15] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management anticipates modest rent increases of 5% to 10% for lease renewals, reflecting the current lower commodity price environment [33] - The company expects to see a plateau in farmland values rather than a decline, with no significant risk of asset price decreases in the row crop region [12][35] Other Important Information - The company has undrawn capacity on its lines of credit of approximately $158 million as of the end of Q2 [26] - The forecasted range of AFFO for 2024 is $9.8 million to $12.8 million, or $0.20 to $0.26 per share [30] Q&A Session Summary Question: What are the expectations for rent renewal leases given the current farm economy? - Management expects rent renewals to increase by 5% to 10%, which is lower than previous years due to the current economic environment [33] Question: How does the company view the current distress in the farming economy? - Management noted that while there are some distressed farmers, the overall market remains stable, and high-quality farms continue to have strong demand [35] Question: What is the company's strategy regarding asset dispositions in the upcoming quarters? - The company plans to focus on asset sales in the fourth quarter, with a preference for high-quality farms and a gradual reduction of exposure in California [41][43] Question: How would the company approach acquisitions if capital costs were lower? - If capital costs were lower, the company would consider buying farms, as current market conditions present a good opportunity despite the lack of bargains [39] Question: What is the impact of almond pricing stabilization on the company's revenue? - Management acknowledged some positive movement in almond pricing but emphasized that it is too early to incorporate this into projections [54]