This Quarter Exposed A Monster Hiding In Industrial Real Estate: Prologis

Core Insights - Prologis (PLD) has demonstrated strong performance in the latest quarter, maintaining a consistent trend despite macroeconomic challenges [1][18] - The company is a significant player in the industrial REIT sector, with a portfolio of 1.3 billion square feet and $215 billion in assets under management [1] FFO & AFFO Performance - Prologis reported solid Core FFO, exceeding consensus estimates, with actual Core FFO at $1.49 compared to an estimate of $1.44 [2][5] - AFFO was below estimates, reflecting its typical volatility, which is a characteristic of Prologis [2][7] Guidance and NOI Metrics - The company increased its guidance for same-store NOI metrics by 50 basis points, indicating positive operational performance [10] - For 2025, Core FFO guidance ranges from $5.65 to $5.81, with Core FFO excluding Net Promote Income projected between $5.70 and $5.86 [6][11] Development and Capital Deployment - Development remains a competitive advantage for Prologis, with a lighter quarter for development starts but expectations for a strong fourth quarter [14][16] - The company plans to increase development starts to a range of $2.75 billion to $3.25 billion and has raised its combined disposition and contribution guidance by $500 million [15] Market Position and Long-term Outlook - Prologis continues to lead the industrial REIT sector, showcasing healthy NOI growth and solid leasing spreads [18][20] - The company’s development pipeline is one of the largest in the industry, supporting its long-term growth narrative [19][20]