Strawberry Fields REIT Announces 2025 Year-End Operating Results

Core Insights - Strawberry Fields REIT, Inc. reported its best operating results since inception, with significant growth in funds from operations (FFO) and rental revenues in 2025 compared to 2024 [5][6]. Financial Performance - FFO for 2025 was $79.6 million, up from $60.2 million in 2024, representing a growth of 32% [6][25]. - FFO per share increased to $1.43 from $1.15, marking a 24% rise [6][25]. - Adjusted FFO (AFFO) was $72.5 million, compared to $55.8 million in 2024, reflecting a 30% increase [6][25]. - AFFO per share rose to $1.30 from $1.07, a 21% increase [6][25]. - Net income increased to $33.3 million from $26.5 million, driven by higher rental revenues [11][21]. Revenue Growth - Rental revenues increased by $37.9 million, or 32.4%, compared to 2024, primarily due to new leases and acquisitions [6][11]. - The new Kentucky Master Lease contributed $13.1 million to the revenue growth, alongside contributions from acquisitions in Missouri, Kansas, and other states [6][11]. Acquisitions and Leases - The company entered into a new master lease for 10 properties in Kentucky with an annual base rent of $23.3 million, subject to CPI adjustments [4]. - Acquisitions included six facilities in Kansas for $24 million, nine skilled nursing facilities in Missouri for $59 million, and additional properties in Oklahoma and Missouri, totaling over $90 million in investments [4][6]. Expenses - Depreciation expense rose by $6.7 million, or 23.2%, due to new real estate investments [7]. - General and administrative expenses increased by $1.8 million, or 25.6%, primarily from higher payroll costs [8]. - Interest expense increased by $16 million, or 49.1%, mainly due to new bond issuance and additional notes payable [10]. Future Outlook - The company plans to pursue accretive deals while maintaining a disciplined acquisition strategy to sustain growth [5]. - The CEO expressed optimism about the investor perception of the senior housing sector and hopes for the stock price to reflect the company's strengths [5].