SUNSTONE HOTEL INVESTORS REPORTS RESULTS FOR FIRST QUARTER 2025

Core Insights - Sunstone Hotel Investors, Inc. reported first quarter results for 2025, highlighting a slight earnings increase despite a challenging operating environment [1][3] - The company opened the Andaz Miami Beach after a significant renovation, which is expected to enhance its portfolio value [3][8] - Adjustments to the full-year outlook were made due to increased economic uncertainty and variability in operating trends [3][14] Financial Performance - Net income for Q1 2025 was $5.3 million, down 59.7% from $13.0 million in Q1 2024 [4][7] - Adjusted FFO attributable to common stockholders increased by 10.6% to $41.5 million, with per diluted share rising 16.7% to $0.21 [4][7] - Total Portfolio RevPAR increased by 2.2% to $221.63, with occupancy at 70.1% [4][7] Operational Highlights - The Andaz Miami Beach features 287 guestrooms, a full-service spa, and premium dining options, positioning it as a key asset for future revenue growth [8][9] - The company repurchased 821,771 shares at an average price of $9.74 per share during Q1 2025, totaling $8.0 million [9] - As of March 31, 2025, the company had $148.8 million in cash and cash equivalents, with total assets of $3.1 billion [11] Capital Investments - Sunstone invested $28.2 million in its portfolio during Q1 2025, primarily for the Andaz Miami Beach transformation [12][13] - The company anticipates investing approximately $80 million to $100 million in 2025, focusing on ongoing renovations and improvements [13] Updated Guidance - The updated guidance for 2025 reflects a decrease in expected net income to a range of $33 million to $58 million, down from the previous estimate of $46 million to $71 million [14] - Total Portfolio RevPAR growth expectations were adjusted to 4.0% to 7.0%, down from 7.0% to 10.0% [14] Dividend Information - The Board of Directors authorized a cash dividend of $0.09 per share for common stock, payable on July 15, 2025 [16][17] - The company plans to continue quarterly cash dividends throughout 2025, subject to Board approval [17]