First Industrial Realty Trust(US:FR) Prnewswireยท2025-07-16 20:38Core Insights - First Industrial Realty Trust, Inc. reported a diluted net income per share of $0.42 for Q2 2025, up from $0.39 in the same period last year, and funds from operations (FFO) of $0.76 per share/unit, compared to $0.66 a year ago [1][5][20] Portfolio Performance - The company's diverse portfolio is performing strongly, with cash rental rate growth among sector leaders and healthy renewal activity [2] - Cash basis same store net operating income (SS NOI) increased by 8.7%, driven by rental rate increases on new and renewal leases [6][26] - In-service occupancy was 94.2% at the end of Q2 2025, down from 95.3% at the end of Q1 2025 and Q2 2024 [6] Development and Leasing Highlights - During Q2 2025, the company leased 58,000 square feet at First Loop Logistics Park Building 4 in Orlando [3] - The company started two development projects totaling 402,000 square feet with an estimated total investment of $54 million [7] Investment and Capital Markets Highlights - The company completed its first public bond offering since 2007, issuing $450 million of 5.25% senior unsecured notes due January 15, 2031 [5][7] - The company received a 'BBB+' unsecured credit rating from Fitch Ratings [5][7] Financial Guidance - The company provided guidance for 2025, estimating net income available to common stockholders and unitholders between $1.53 and $1.61 per share/unit, and NAREIT FFO between $2.88 and $2.96 per share/unit [8][9]