RPT(US:RPT)2023-02-16 21:55Property Portfolio and Acquisitions - As of December 31, 2022, RPT Realty's property portfolio consisted of 44 wholly-owned shopping centers and represented 15.0 million square feet of gross leasable area, with a pro-rata share of 93.8% leased[13]. - In 2022, RPT Realty closed on two shopping center acquisitions for an aggregate amount of $110.2 million and three shopping center dispositions for $100.4 million[23]. - RPT Realty's strategy includes acquiring high-quality open-air shopping centers in top U.S. metropolitan areas, focusing on strong demographics and job growth[19]. - The company intends to pursue growth through strategic acquisitions of attractively priced open-air shopping centers[151]. - The company has a diversified tenant mix with major tenants including Dick's Sporting Goods, Publix, and LA Fitness across various properties[121]. Financial Performance - Net income available to common shareholders was $77.3 million, or $0.89 per diluted share, for the year ended December 31, 2022, compared to $61.9 million, or $0.75 per diluted share, for the same period in 2021[154]. - FFO was $95.8 million, or $1.02 per diluted share, for the year ended December 31, 2022, compared to $70.2 million, or $0.85 per diluted share, for the same period in 2021[154]. - Total revenue for the year ended December 31, 2022, was $217.7 million, an increase of $4.2 million or 2.0% compared to 2021[171]. - Same property net operating income increased 4.3% for the year ended December 31, 2022, compared to the same period in 2021[154]. - Cash provided by operating activities for the year ended December 31, 2022, was $97.7 million, up from $92.9 million in 2021[206]. Leasing and Occupancy - The company reported 307 leasing transactions in 2022, totaling 2,208,591 square feet, with a total base rent of $17.18 per square foot[21]. - As of December 31, 2022, the Company's aggregate portfolio leased rate was 93.8%, up from 93.1% at December 31, 2021[154]. - The average base rent for properties in the portfolio is $16.12 per leased square foot, with significant variations across locations[118]. - The average annualized base rent for small shop tenants (less than 10,000 square feet) in 2023 is $26.26, contributing $9,007,199 to total annualized base rent[130]. - The total number of expiring leases for small shop tenants in 2024 is 165, with a total annualized base rent of $10,305,129, representing 13.5% of total annualized base rent[130]. Financial Risks and Challenges - The company faces competition from larger REITs and private institutional investors, which may affect property acquisition costs and growth potential[38]. - Economic challenges such as inflation and labor shortages may adversely impact tenants' ability to pay rent, affecting the company's financial performance[53]. - The company may incur additional operating costs due to compliance with new regulations and sanitation measures, affecting overall profitability[73]. - The reliance on anchor tenants is critical, as their insolvency or lease termination could adversely impact the performance of the company's properties[59]. - The company is susceptible to risks associated with joint ventures, including lack of sole decision-making authority and potential conflicts with partners[65]. Sustainability and Corporate Governance - The company published its second annual Corporate Sustainability Report in 2022, highlighting its ESG initiatives and goals[33]. - The company is focused on environmental sustainability initiatives to reduce its carbon footprint and improve energy efficiency, which may lower operating costs[35]. - The company engages with stakeholders regularly to discuss important issues, including ESG topics, enhancing transparency and accountability[35]. - The company’s governance structure emphasizes integrity and transparency, which is believed to contribute to long-term success[35]. - The company supports philanthropic initiatives and encourages employee volunteerism through its "Act Locally Give Globally" program[37]. Employee and Workforce - RPT Realty's workforce consisted of 138 full-time employees as of December 31, 2022, with 56% being female[34]. - The company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, and wellness programs, promoting employee satisfaction and work-life balance[37]. - The company emphasizes a commitment to diversity and inclusion, requiring all employees to complete training on business conduct and ethics[35]. Debt and Financing - As of December 31, 2022, the company had $855.4 million of outstanding indebtedness, net of deferred financing costs, including $0.8 million of finance lease obligations[81]. - The company is reliant on capital markets for refinancing debt upon maturity, with potential adverse effects if market conditions are restrictive[81]. - The company must distribute at least 90% of its REIT taxable income annually to maintain its REIT status, which may limit cash available for growth[86]. - The discontinuation of LIBOR may lead to higher borrowing costs as contracts transition to alternative reference rates[91]. - The company had ten interest rate swap agreements in effect for an aggregate notional amount of $310.0 million, converting floating rate corporate debt to fixed rate debt[79].