Seaport Entertainment Group Inc.(SEG) - 2025 Q4 - Annual Report

Financial Obligations and Risks - The company issued a 4.92% senior secured note in the principal amount of $51.2 million to finance the Las Vegas Ballpark[166]. - The Las Vegas Ballpark Deed of Trust includes financial covenants related to loan-to-value ratios, which may limit the company's operational flexibility[167]. - The company faces risks of default if it fails to meet obligations under its debt agreements, which could accelerate debt payments and lead to foreclosure on assets[171]. - The company may incur substantial liabilities due to indemnification obligations to HHH under the Separation Agreement, which could adversely affect its financial condition and cash flows[212]. - HHH has agreed to indemnify the company for certain liabilities, but there is no assurance that this indemnity will be sufficient or that HHH will be able to fulfill its obligations in the future[213]. Economic and Market Conditions - Elevated inflation has increased costs for land, materials, and labor, adversely affecting the company's financial condition and cash flows[172]. - Future sales of common stock could depress stock prices, impacting capital raising efforts[207]. - The company is more susceptible to market fluctuations and adverse events post-separation, as its business is less diversified compared to HHH's prior structure[222]. Regulatory and Compliance Challenges - The company is subject to extensive governmental regulations, including liquor licensing, which could adversely affect its operations and financial condition[177]. - Changes in local political leadership and regulations could disrupt operations and increase costs for the company[181]. - The company may incur increased compliance costs due to new government regulations related to energy standards and climate change[185]. - Compliance with environmental laws may require significant capital expenditures for property development and could expose the company to liability for contamination cleanup[192]. - Government regulations may delay development projects and increase expenses, affecting operational activities[199]. - Municipalities may impose restrictions on utility availability, adversely affecting business operations and development capabilities[200]. Development and Expansion Opportunities - The company may require sufficient capital or financing to pursue development and expansion opportunities, including potential projects at the Fashion Show Mall[173]. - The entitlement process for property development is lengthy and costly, with potential for increased legal and regulatory requirements[197]. - Climate resiliency measures by local governments could materially affect the company's operations, access, and asset values[187]. - Climate resiliency infrastructure planning may constrain buildable area and increase costs, potentially affecting marketability and asset value[190]. - Uncertainty regarding climate resiliency measures could adversely impact tenant decision-making and leasing velocity, affecting financial condition and asset value[191]. Corporate Governance and Shareholder Matters - The company is classified as an emerging growth company, which allows it to take advantage of reduced reporting requirements, potentially affecting the attractiveness of its common stock[230]. - The company must maintain effective internal controls over financial reporting, and any weaknesses could negatively impact investor confidence and stock price[234]. - The process of implementing internal controls is complex and costly, and failure to comply could lead to regulatory investigations and additional resource demands[235]. - Future equity issuances for acquisitions or employee awards may dilute existing shareholders' ownership and earnings per share, potentially affecting the market price of common stock[238]. - The company has authorized the issuance of preferred shares that could dilute the voting power and value of common stock, allowing for preferences over dividends and distributions[239]. - Anti-takeover provisions in the company's governing documents may hinder or delay acquisitions, potentially decreasing the trading price of common stock[240]. - As of December 31, 2025, Pershing Square owned approximately 39.3% of the outstanding shares, which may allow it to influence corporate governance matters significantly[243]. - The company is subject to Section 203 of the DGCL, which restricts certain business combinations for three years after a stockholder becomes an interested stockholder[242]. - The company has granted a waiver to Pershing Square, allowing it to increase its ownership without being subject to Section 203's restrictions, potentially affecting stockholder approval processes[243]. Interest Rate and Debt Management - As of December 31, 2025, the weighted average interest rate on $39.1 million of fixed-rate indebtedness was 4.92% per annum, with principal paydowns scheduled through December 15, 2038[392]. - Interest expense on variable-rate debt would have increased by approximately $0.6 million for the year ended December 31, 2025, if short-term interest rates had been 1% higher[391].