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Granite Point Mortgage Trust(GPMT) - 2021 Q4 - Annual Report
2022-02-25 13:06
PART I [Item 1. Business](index=6&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Business) Granite Point Mortgage Trust Inc. is an internally-managed REIT focused on originating and managing senior floating-rate commercial mortgage loans, with a $3.8 billion portfolio as of December 31, 2021 - The company is an internally-managed real estate finance company specializing in originating, investing in, and managing **senior floating-rate commercial mortgage loans** and other debt-like commercial real estate investments[19](index=19&type=chunk) Portfolio Summary as of December 31, 2021 | Metric | Value | | :--- | :--- | | Number of Investments | 105 | | Total Principal Balance | $3.8 billion | | Future Funding Obligations | $0.4 billion | | Portfolio Composition (by carrying value) | 98.8% floating rate | | Weighted Avg. Stabilized LTV | 63.5% | | Weighted Avg. All-in Yield | L+4.07% | - The company finances operations through equity, debt, repurchase facilities, term financing, and CRE CLOs, with a **$2.1 billion** maximum borrowing capacity as of December 31, 2021[32](index=32&type=chunk)[33](index=33&type=chunk) - Operating as a REIT, the company must distribute substantially all net taxable income to stockholders to avoid federal income taxes and maintain Investment Company Act exclusion[21](index=21&type=chunk)[54](index=54&type=chunk) [Item 1A. Risk Factors](index=13&type=section&id=Item%201A.%20Risk%20Factors) The company faces significant risks from the COVID-19 pandemic, lending activities, financing, interest rate fluctuations, and the need to maintain REIT status - The COVID-19 pandemic poses significant risks to financial condition and loan portfolio value, leading to a **$42.4 million CECL reserve** as of December 31, 2021[62](index=62&type=chunk)[66](index=66&type=chunk) - Exposure to debt-oriented real estate investments carries risks of borrower defaults, property value deterioration, and intense competition from other lenders[66](index=66&type=chunk)[68](index=68&type=chunk) - Financing and hedging activities involve risks such as substantial debt, restrictive covenants, margin calls, and increased financing costs due to interest rate fluctuations[126](index=126&type=chunk)[128](index=128&type=chunk)[129](index=129&type=chunk) - Structural risks include maintaining REIT qualification and Investment Company Act exemption, with failure to qualify as a REIT leading to significant corporate tax liability[151](index=151&type=chunk)[188](index=188&type=chunk) - The discontinuation of LIBOR and transition to SOFR poses risks, as **98.8% of loans** and **100% of financing arrangements** were LIBOR-indexed at year-end 2021, potentially increasing interest costs and creating mismatches[121](index=121&type=chunk)[122](index=122&type=chunk) [Item 1B. Unresolved Staff Comments](index=40&type=section&id=Item%201B.%20Unresolved%20Staff%20Comments) The company has no unresolved staff comments from the Securities and Exchange Commission - No unresolved staff comments were reported[218](index=218&type=chunk) [Item 2. Properties](index=40&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Properties) The company does not own real property, operating from sub-leased headquarters in New York and leased facilities in Minnesota - The company's principal executive office is in New York, with additional leased office space in St. Louis Park, Minnesota[219](index=219&type=chunk) - The company does not own any real property[219](index=219&type=chunk) [Item 3. Legal Proceedings](index=40&type=section&id=Item%203.%20Legal%20Proceedings) The company is not involved in any material litigation or legal proceedings that would adversely affect its financial condition - The company is not currently party to any material litigation or legal proceedings[220](index=220&type=chunk) [Item 4. Mine Safety Disclosures](index=40&type=section&id=Item%204.%20Mine%20Safety%20Disclosures) This item is not applicable to the company's operations - This item is not applicable[221](index=221&type=chunk) PART II [Item 5. Market for Registrant's Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities](index=41&type=section&id=Item%205.%20Market%20for%20Registrant%27s%20Common%20Equity%2C%20Related%20Stockholder%20Matters%20and%20Issuer%20Purchases%20of%20Equity%20Securities) The company's common stock trades on the NYSE, with a policy to distribute taxable income as dividends and a share repurchase program active in 2021 - The company's common stock is traded on the NYSE under the symbol **"GPMT"**[224](index=224&type=chunk) - The dividend policy aims to distribute substantially all annual taxable income to comply with REIT provisions, subject to board discretion[226](index=226&type=chunk) - In 2021, the company repurchased **1,301,612 shares** of common stock at a weighted average price of **$13.65 per share**, totaling **$17.8 million**[233](index=233&type=chunk) - The share repurchase program was increased to **4,000,000 shares** in December 2021, with **2,698,388 shares** remaining authorized as of year-end[232](index=232&type=chunk)[233](index=233&type=chunk) [Item 7. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations](index=44&type=section&id=Item%207.%20Management%27s%20Discussion%20and%20Analysis%20of%20Financial%20Condition%20and%20Results%20of%20Operations) In 2021, the company achieved GAAP net income of $67.6 million, driven by CECL reserve release, active loan portfolio management, and a shift towards non-mark-to-market financing 2021 Key Financial Results | Metric | 2021 | 2020 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | GAAP Net Income (loss) | $67.6 million | $(40.5) million | | GAAP EPS (basic) | $1.24 | $(0.73) | | Distributable Earnings | $54.3 million | $64.7 million | | Distributable EPS (basic) | $0.99 | $1.17 | | Book Value per Share | $16.70 | $16.92 | | Dividends Declared per Share | $1.00 | $0.65 | Loan Portfolio Activity (Year Ended Dec 31) | Activity (in thousands) | 2021 | 2020 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Loan originations | $673,638 | $125,169 | | Other loan fundings | $150,644 | $238,989 | | Loan repayments | $(960,330) | $(517,295) | | Loan write-offs | $(9,740) | $— | | **Total loan activity, net** | **$(135,609)** | **$(355,585)** | - The company significantly shifted to non-mark-to-market financing, comprising **73.2% of portfolio financing** by year-end 2021, primarily through **$1.4 billion** in CRE CLO issuances[245](index=245&type=chunk)[281](index=281&type=chunk) - The CECL reserve decreased by **$20.0 million** in 2021 to **$42.4 million**, due to high-risk loan repayments, improved forecasts, and a resolved loan write-off[275](index=275&type=chunk) - The company prepaid **$75.0 million** of senior secured term loans in December 2021, incurring an **$8.9 million** loss on early extinguishment of debt[335](index=335&type=chunk) [Item 7A. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk](index=72&type=section&id=Item%207A.%20Quantitative%20and%20Qualitative%20Disclosures%20About%20Market%20Risk) The company manages credit, interest rate, and liquidity risks, amplified by COVID-19, through portfolio diversification, matching floating-rate assets and liabilities, and diversifying funding sources - Primary market risks include credit, interest rate, liquidity, and real estate market risks, all exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic[387](index=387&type=chunk)[388](index=388&type=chunk) - As of December 31, 2021, **98.8% of the loan portfolio** earned a floating rate, mitigating interest rate risk by matching with floating-rate liabilities[393](index=393&type=chunk) Interest Rate Sensitivity Analysis (as of Dec 31, 2021) | Change in Interest Rates | Change in Annualized Net Interest Income (in thousands) | | :--- | :--- | | +100 bps | $(15,313) | | +50 bps | $(8,316) | | -50 bps | $2,286 | | -100 bps | $2,286 | - Liquidity risk arises from financing longer-maturity assets with shorter-term borrowings, with potential for margin calls from collateral value decreases or financing disruptions[405](index=405&type=chunk) [Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data](index=76&type=section&id=Item%208.%20Financial%20Statements%20and%20Supplementary%20Data) This section presents the audited consolidated financial statements for 2021, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flows, with an unqualified auditor's opinion from Ernst & Young LLP Consolidated Balance Sheet Highlights (in thousands) | Account | Dec 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2020 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Loans held-for-investment, net | $3,741,308 | $3,847,803 | | Total Assets | $3,988,518 | $4,219,648 | | Total Liabilities | $2,974,335 | $3,284,802 | | Total Stockholders' Equity | $1,013,058 | $933,846 | Consolidated Income Statement Highlights (in thousands) | Account | 2021 | 2020 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Total Interest Income | $198,288 | $237,713 | | Total Interest Expense | $105,580 | $112,935 | | Net Interest Income | $92,708 | $124,778 | | Benefit from (provision for) credit losses | $20,027 | $(53,710) | | Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Common Stockholders | $67,560 | $(40,539) | - Ernst & Young LLP issued an unqualified opinion on financial statements and internal control effectiveness, identifying the allowance for credit losses as a critical audit matter[413](index=413&type=chunk)[414](index=414&type=chunk)[420](index=420&type=chunk) - As of December 31, 2021, two loans were on nonaccrual status, with an unpaid principal balance of **$168.1 million** and a carrying value of **$145.4 million**[513](index=513&type=chunk) [Item 9. Changes in and Disagreements With Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosures](index=118&type=section&id=Item%209.%20Changes%20in%20and%20Disagreements%20With%20Accountants%20on%20Accounting%20and%20Financial%20Disclosures) The company reports no changes in or disagreements with its accountants regarding accounting principles or disclosures - No changes in or disagreements with accountants were reported[633](index=633&type=chunk) [Item 9A. Controls and Procedures](index=118&type=section&id=Item%209A.%20Controls%20and%20Procedures) Management and the independent auditor concluded that disclosure controls and internal control over financial reporting were effective as of December 31, 2021 - Management concluded that disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of December 31, 2021[634](index=634&type=chunk) - Management assessed internal control over financial reporting as effective based on the COSO 2013 framework as of December 31, 2021[636](index=636&type=chunk)[637](index=637&type=chunk) - No material changes to internal control over financial reporting occurred during the quarter ended December 31, 2021[635](index=635&type=chunk) [Item 9B. Other Information](index=120&type=section&id=Item%209B.%20Other%20Information) The company reports no other information for this item - No other information was reported for this item[649](index=649&type=chunk) [Item 9C. Disclosure Regarding Foreign Jurisdictions that Prevent Inspections](index=120&type=section&id=Item%209C.%20Disclosure%20Regarding%20Foreign%20Jurisdictions%20that%20Prevent%20Inspections) This item is not applicable to the company - This item is not applicable[650](index=650&type=chunk) PART III [Item 10. Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance](index=121&type=section&id=Item%2010.%20Directors%2C%20Executive%20Officers%20and%20Corporate%20Governance) Information on directors, executive officers, and corporate governance is incorporated by reference from the 2022 Proxy Statement - Information for this item is incorporated by reference from the 2022 Annual Meeting of Stockholders Proxy Statement[652](index=652&type=chunk) [Item 11. Executive Compensation](index=121&type=section&id=Item%2011.%20Executive%20Compensation) Executive compensation details, including Compensation Discussion and Analysis, are incorporated by reference from the 2022 Proxy Statement - Information for this item is incorporated by reference from the 2022 Annual Meeting of Stockholders Proxy Statement[653](index=653&type=chunk) [Item 12. Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder Matters](index=121&type=section&id=Item%2012.%20Security%20Ownership%20of%20Certain%20Beneficial%20Owners%20and%20Management%20and%20Related%20Stockholder%20Matters) Security ownership information for beneficial owners and management is incorporated by reference from the 2022 Proxy Statement - Information for this item is incorporated by reference from the 2022 Annual Meeting of Stockholders Proxy Statement[654](index=654&type=chunk) [Item 13. Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence](index=121&type=section&id=Item%2013.%20Certain%20Relationships%20and%20Related%20Transactions%2C%20and%20Director%20Independence) Details on related party transactions and director independence are incorporated by reference from the 2022 Proxy Statement - Information for this item is incorporated by reference from the 2022 Annual Meeting of Stockholders Proxy Statement[655](index=655&type=chunk) [Item 14. Principal Accounting Fees and Services](index=121&type=section&id=Item%2014.%20Principal%20Accounting%20Fees%20and%20Services) Principal accounting fees and services information is incorporated by reference from the 2022 Proxy Statement - Information for this item is incorporated by reference from the 2022 Annual Meeting of Stockholders Proxy Statement[656](index=656&type=chunk) PART IV [Item 15. Exhibits, Financial Statement Schedules](index=122&type=section&id=Item%2015.%20Exhibits%2C%20Financial%20Statement%20Schedules) This section lists all exhibits and financial statement schedules filed with the Form 10-K, including consolidated financial statements and the auditor's report - This section includes consolidated financial statements, the auditor's report, and Schedule IV - Mortgage Loans on Real Estate[659](index=659&type=chunk) - A detailed Exhibit Index provides a comprehensive list of all filed documents, including corporate governance and material contracts[660](index=660&type=chunk)[662](index=662&type=chunk) [Item 16. Form 10-K Summary](index=128&type=section&id=Item%2016.%20Form%2010-K%20Summary) The company has not provided a summary for this Form 10-K - No summary has been provided for this Form 10-K[668](index=668&type=chunk)
Granite Point Mortgage Trust (GPMT) Investor Presentation
2021-11-23 18:34
GRANITE POINT MORTGAGE TRUST Investor Presentation | November 2021 Safe Harbor Statement This presentation contains, or incorporates by reference, not only historical information, but also forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements involve numerous risks and uncertainties. Our actual results may differ from our beliefs, expectations, estimates and projections and, consequently, you should not rely on these forward-looking ...
Granite Point Mortgage Trust(GPMT) - 2021 Q3 - Earnings Call Presentation
2021-11-10 19:35
G R A N I T E P O I N T MORTGAGE TRUST Third Quarter 2021 Earnings Presentation November 9, 2021 Safe Harbor Statement This presentation contains, or incorporates by reference, not only historical information, but also forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements involve numerous risks and uncertainties. Our actual results may differ from our beliefs, expectations, estimates and projections and, consequently, you should not ...
Granite Point Mortgage Trust(GPMT) - 2021 Q3 - Earnings Call Transcript
2021-11-09 17:35
Granite Point Mortgage Trust Inc. (NYSE:GPMT) Q3 2021 Earnings Conference Call November 9, 2021 10:00 AM ET Company Participants Chris Petta – Investor Relations Jack Taylor – President and Chief Executive Officer Steve Alpart – Chief Investment Officer and Co-Head of Originations Marcin Urbaszek – Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Josh Bolton – Credit Suisse Chris Muller – JMP Securities Operator Good morning. My name is Grant, and I will be your conference facilitator. At this time, I w ...
Granite Point Mortgage Trust(GPMT) - 2021 Q3 - Quarterly Report
2021-11-08 22:20
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2021 or ☐ 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: 001-38124 GRANITE POINT MORTGAGE TRUST INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Maryland 61-1843143 (State or other jur ...
Granite Point Mortgage Trust(GPMT) - 2021 Q2 - Earnings Call Presentation
2021-08-10 19:53
G R A N I T E P O I N T MORTGAGE TRUST Second Quarter 2021 Earnings Presentation August 10, 2021 Safe Harbor Statement This presentation contains, or incorporates by reference, not only historical information, but also forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements involve numerous risks and uncertainties. Our actual results may differ from our beliefs, expectations, estimates and projections and, consequently, you should not ...
Granite Point Mortgage Trust(GPMT) - 2021 Q2 - Earnings Call Transcript
2021-08-10 17:44
Granite Point Mortgage Trust Inc. (NYSE:GPMT) Q2 2021 Earnings Conference Call August 10, 2021 10:00 AM ET Company Participants Chris Petta - Investor Relations Jack Taylor - President and Chief Executive Officer Marcin Urbaszek - Chief Financial Officer Steve Alpart - Chief Investment Officer and Co-Head of Originations Peter Morral - Chief Development Officer and Co-Head of Originations Steve Plust - Chief Operating Officer Conference Call Participants Doug Harter - Credit Suisse Steve Delaney - JMP Secur ...
Granite Point Mortgage Trust(GPMT) - 2021 Q2 - Quarterly Report
2021-08-09 21:18
[PART I - FINANCIAL INFORMATION](index=3&type=section&id=PART%20I%20-%20FINANCIAL%20INFORMATION) This section presents the unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements and management's discussion and analysis for Granite Point Mortgage Trust Inc [Item 1. Financial Statements (unaudited)](index=3&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Financial%20Statements%20(unaudited)) The unaudited financial statements for Q2 2021 show a decrease in total assets, a return to net income, and a slight increase in total equity [Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets](index=3&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Balance%20Sheets) The balance sheets reflect changes in assets, liabilities, and equity, notably a reduction in loans and a shift in financing | | June 30, 2021 (in millions) | December 31, 2020 (in millions) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Total Assets** | **$3,854.5** | **$4,219.6** | | Loans held-for-investment, net | $3,577.6 | $3,847.8 | | Cash and cash equivalents | $237.0 | $261.4 | | **Total Liabilities** | **$2,907.2** | **$3,284.8** | | Repurchase facilities | $717.2 | $1,708.9 | | Securitized debt obligations | $1,446.6 | $927.1 | | **Total Equity** | **$946.3** | **$933.8** | - Total assets decreased primarily due to a reduction in the net loan portfolio. On the liability side, borrowings under repurchase facilities were significantly reduced from **$1.71 billion** to **$717.2 million**, while securitized debt obligations increased from **$927.1 million** to **$1.45 billion**, reflecting a shift in financing strategy[11](index=11&type=chunk) [Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (loss)](index=4&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Comprehensive%20Income%20(loss)) The statements show a return to profitability in Q2 2021, driven by a benefit from credit losses and reduced expenses | (in millions) | Three Months Ended June 30, 2021 | Three Months Ended June 30, 2020 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net interest income | $22.8 | $34.4 | | Benefit from (provision for) credit losses | $0.2 | $(14.2) | | Total expenses | $8.7 | $15.0 | | **Net income (loss)** | **$14.3** | **$(1.7)** | | **Net income (loss) attributable to common stockholders** | **$14.2** | **$(1.8)** | | **Basic earnings (loss) per share** | **$0.26** | **$(0.03)** | | **Diluted earnings (loss) per share** | **$0.24** | **$(0.03)** | - The company returned to profitability in Q2 2021 compared to a loss in Q2 2020, primarily driven by a **$14.4 million** positive swing in the provision for credit losses and a **$6.3 million** reduction in total expenses, which more than offset an **$11.6 million** decrease in net interest income[13](index=13&type=chunk) [Condensed Consolidated Statements of Stockholders' Equity](index=5&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Stockholders'%20Equity) Stockholders' equity increased due to net income, partially offset by dividends and share repurchases - For the six months ended June 30, 2021, total stockholders' equity increased by **$12.4 million**, with key changes including net income of **$42.3 million**, offset by common dividends declared of **$27.9 million** and common stock repurchases of **$4.3 million**[16](index=16&type=chunk) [Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows](index=7&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Cash%20Flows) Cash flows reflect significant loan repayments, new originations, and a shift in financing activities | (in millions) | Six Months Ended June 30, 2021 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2020 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net cash provided by operating activities | $30.7 | $32.3 | | Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities | $295.8 | $(131.8) | | Net cash used in financing activities | $(416.7) | $(0.8) | | **Net decrease in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash** | **$(90.2)** | **$(100.3)** | - For the first six months of 2021, significant cash inflows from loan repayments (**$524.6 million**) were offset by loan originations (**$228.8 million**)[19](index=19&type=chunk) - Major financing activities included net repayments on repurchase facilities of nearly **$1 billion**, proceeds from new securitized debt of **$685.8 million**, and proceeds from a new term financing facility of **$349.3 million**[19](index=19&type=chunk) [Notes to the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements](index=9&type=section&id=Notes%20to%20the%20Condensed%20Consolidated%20Financial%20Statements) The notes provide critical context on the company's operations as a REIT and significant accounting estimates - The company is an internally managed real estate finance company operating as a REIT, having transitioned from being externally managed on December 31, 2020[22](index=22&type=chunk)[24](index=24&type=chunk) - The financial statements are prepared under GAAP and include significant estimates, particularly for the allowance for credit losses, with uncertainty heightened by the COVID-19 pandemic[28](index=28&type=chunk) [Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations](index=30&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Management's%20Discussion%20and%20Analysis%20of%20Financial%20Condition%20and%20Results%20of%20Operations) Management discusses Q2 2021 financial performance, portfolio changes, financing strategy shifts, and credit quality trends [Second Quarter 2021 Activity](index=31&type=section&id=Second%20Quarter%202021%20Activity) This section highlights key operational and financial achievements and transactions during Q2 2021 - Key operational and financial activities for Q2 2021 included: - GAAP net income of **$13.7 million**, or **$0.25** per basic share[146](index=146&type=chunk) - Distributable Earnings of **$15.7 million**, or **$0.29** per basic share[148](index=148&type=chunk) - Originated seven new loans with total commitments of **$203.8 million**[148](index=148&type=chunk) - Received **$423.0 million** in loan repayments and principal amortization[148](index=148&type=chunk) - Issued a new **$824 million** CRE CLO (GPMT 2021-FL3)[148](index=148&type=chunk) - Extended maturities on two repurchase financing facilities[148](index=148&type=chunk) - Repurchased **300,891** shares of common stock for **$4.3 million**[148](index=148&type=chunk) [Key Financial Measures and Indicators](index=33&type=section&id=Key%20Financial%20Measures%20and%20Indicators) This section presents core financial metrics including GAAP net income, Distributable Earnings, and book value per share | (in millions) | Three Months Ended June 30, 2021 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2021 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | GAAP net income attributable to common stockholders | $14.2 | $42.2 | | (Benefit from) provision for credit losses | $(0.2) | $(9.3) | | Non-cash equity compensation | $1.6 | $3.5 | | **Distributable Earnings** | **$15.7** | **$36.4** | | **Distributable Earnings per basic share** | **$0.29** | **$0.66** | - Book value per common share increased to **$17.27** as of June 30, 2021, from **$16.92** at December 31, 2020[157](index=157&type=chunk) - This book value includes an estimated allowance for credit losses of **$62.9 million**, or **$1.15** per common share[157](index=157&type=chunk) [Portfolio Overview and Credit Quality](index=36&type=section&id=Portfolio%20Overview%20and%20Credit%20Quality) This section details the loan portfolio composition, risk ratings, and specific credit quality concerns | Portfolio Summary | As of June 30, 2021 | | :--- | :--- | | Number of loans | 99 | | Total loan commitments | $4.1 billion | | Unpaid principal balance | $3.6 billion | | Weighted-average all-in yield | L+4.13% | | Stabilized LTV at origination | 63.5% | - The weighted average risk rating of the loan portfolio was **2.8**, an increase from **2.7** at March 31, 2021[160](index=160&type=chunk) - Three loans with a total unpaid principal balance of **$237.1 million** were downgraded to a risk rating of "**5**" (Loss Likely)[179](index=179&type=chunk) - Three loans were placed on nonaccrual status during the quarter: a hospitality asset in Minneapolis, a retail asset in Pasadena, and an office property in Washington D.C[181](index=181&type=chunk)[182](index=182&type=chunk) - The company recorded specific allowances for credit loss on these collateral-dependent loans totaling **$32.1 million**[184](index=184&type=chunk) [Portfolio and Corporate Financing](index=44&type=section&id=Portfolio%20and%20Corporate%20Financing) This section outlines the company's financing structure, including a shift towards non-mark-to-market sources - Approximately **70%** of the company's portfolio loan-level financing was from non-mark-to-market sources as of June 30, 2021, including CRE CLOs, a term financing facility, and an asset-specific financing facility[185](index=185&type=chunk) | Financing Type | June 30, 2021 (in millions) | December 31, 2020 (in millions) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | CRE CLOs | $1,446.6 | $927.1 | | Term financing facility | $142.4 | $— | | Asset-specific financing facility | $82.8 | $123.1 | | Secured repurchase agreements | $717.2 | $1,708.9 | | **Total portfolio financing** | **$2,389.0** | **$2,759.1** | - The company was in compliance with all financial covenants as of June 30, 2021, including minimum unrestricted cash, tangible net worth, leverage ratios, and interest coverage[208](index=208&type=chunk) [Results of Operations](index=55&type=section&id=Results%20of%20Operations) This section analyzes the drivers of net interest income, expenses, and the provision for credit losses - Net interest income decreased to **$22.8 million** in Q2 2021 from **$34.4 million** in Q2 2020, primarily due to a smaller average loan portfolio and a significant decline in short-term interest rates[225](index=225&type=chunk)[218](index=218&type=chunk) - Total expenses decreased to **$8.7 million** in Q2 2021 from **$15.0 million** in Q2 2020, driven by the elimination of the **$4.0 million** external base management fee following the company's internalization, and lower advisory and legal fees[231](index=231&type=chunk)[235](index=235&type=chunk) - The company recorded a benefit from provision for credit losses of **$0.2 million** in Q2 2021, compared to a provision of **$14.2 million** in Q2 2020, reflecting moderately improved macroeconomic expectations and portfolio changes, offset by an increased allowance on certain collateral-dependent loans[236](index=236&type=chunk) [Liquidity and Capital Resources](index=57&type=section&id=Liquidity%20and%20Capital%20Resources) This section details the company's available liquidity, capital structure, and primary cash needs | Source of Liquidity | Amount (in millions) | | :--- | :--- | | Cash and cash equivalents | $237.0 | | Delayed draw on senior secured term loan facilities | $75.0 | | **Total** | **$312.0** | - The total debt-to-equity ratio (net of cash) decreased to **2.8:1.0** at June 30, 2021, from **3.0:1.0** at March 31, 2021[243](index=243&type=chunk) - Primary liquidity needs include interest and principal payments on **$2.9 billion** of borrowings, **$441.0 million** of unfunded loan commitments, and dividend distributions[254](index=254&type=chunk) [Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk](index=63&type=section&id=Item%203.%20Quantitative%20and%20Qualitative%20Disclosures%20About%20Market%20Risk) The company discusses its exposure to credit, interest rate, and liquidity risks, including the impact of COVID-19 and LIBOR transition - The company faces significant credit risk from the COVID-19 pandemic's impact on property operations, particularly for its hotel and retail collateral, leading to an increase in loan modification requests and non-performing loans[275](index=275&type=chunk)[277](index=277&type=chunk) | Change in Interest Rates | Change in Annualized Net Interest Income (in millions) | | :--- | :--- | | +100 bps | $(20.1) | | +50 bps | $(10.6) | | -50 bps | $2.1 | | -100 bps | $2.1 | - The company is preparing for the discontinuation of LIBOR, with approximately **98.1%** of its loans and **100%** of its asset-level borrowings indexed to LIBOR as of June 30, 2021[286](index=286&type=chunk)[287](index=287&type=chunk) - The company is working with lenders and borrowers to amend agreements to include robust fallback language[287](index=287&type=chunk) [Controls and Procedures](index=69&type=section&id=Item%204.%20Controls%20and%20Procedures) Management concluded that disclosure controls and procedures were effective, with no material changes to internal control over financial reporting - Management concluded that the company's disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of the end of the period covered by the report[296](index=296&type=chunk) - There were no changes in internal control over financial reporting during the quarter that materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, the company's internal controls[297](index=297&type=chunk) [PART II - OTHER INFORMATION](index=70&type=section&id=PART%20II%20-%20OTHER%20INFORMATION) This section provides additional information on legal proceedings, risk factors, equity sales, and exhibits [Legal Proceedings](index=70&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Legal%20Proceedings) The company reports that it is not currently a party to any litigation or legal proceedings that would be expected to have a material adverse effect on its financial condition or results of operations - As of the filing date, the company is not party to any material litigation or legal proceedings[300](index=300&type=chunk) [Risk Factors](index=70&type=section&id=Item%201A.%20Risk%20Factors) There are no new risk factors presented in this report. The company refers to the risk factors previously disclosed in its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2020 - The report refers to the risk factors discussed in the company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2020, for information on factors that could affect its financial results[301](index=301&type=chunk) [Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds](index=70&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Unregistered%20Sales%20of%20Equity%20Securities%20and%20Use%20of%20Proceeds) The company repurchased 318,159 common shares at an average price of $14.20 during Q2 2021, with shares remaining for future repurchase | Period | Total Shares Purchased | Average Price Paid | Shares Purchased Under Program | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | April 2021 | — | — | — | | May 2021 | — | — | — | | June 2021 | 318,159 | $14.20 | 300,891 | | **Total Q2 2021** | **318,159** | **$14.20** | **300,891** | - As of June 30, 2021, **1,699,109** shares remained available for repurchase under the company's authorized plan[301](index=301&type=chunk) [Defaults Upon Senior Securities](index=70&type=section&id=Item%203.%20Defaults%20Upon%20Senior%20Securities) The company reported no defaults upon its senior securities during the period - None[302](index=302&type=chunk) [Exhibits](index=70&type=section&id=Item%206.%20Exhibits) This section lists all exhibits filed with the Form 10-Q, including corporate governance documents, indentures related to debt offerings, amendments to financing agreements, and officer certifications - Key exhibits filed include amendments to master repurchase agreements with Morgan Stanley Bank and Wells Fargo Bank, and various agreements related to the GPMT 2021-FL3 CRE CLO transaction[307](index=307&type=chunk)
Granite Point Mortgage Trust(GPMT) - 2021 Q1 - Earnings Call Presentation
2021-05-07 18:41
G R A N I T E P O I N T MORTGAGE TRUST First Quarter 2021 Earnings Presentation May 7, 2021 Safe Harbor Statement This presentation contains, or incorporates by reference, not only historical information, but also forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements involve numerous risks and uncertainties. Our actual results may differ from our beliefs, expectations, estimates and projections and, consequently, you should not rely ...
Granite Point Mortgage Trust(GPMT) - 2021 Q1 - Quarterly Report
2021-05-06 20:57
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2021 ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 or ☐ 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: 001-38124 GRANITE POINT MORTGAGE TRUST INC. FORM 10-Q (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Maryland 61-1843143 3 Bryant Park, Suite 24 ...