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HOUSTON, April 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Whitestone REIT (NYSE: WSR) (“Whitestone” or the “Company”) today announced its operating and financial results for the first quarter of 2025. Whitestone creates neighborhood center communities in its high-quality open-air shopping centers that it acquires, owns, manages, develops, and redevelops primarily in some of the largest, fastest-growing, high-household-income markets in the Sunbelt. For the three months ended March 31, 2025 and 2024, Net income attributab ...

Core Insights - The company reported a 1.5% increase in same-store RevPAR for Q1 2025, indicating effective expense management despite low revenue growth [1][5] - A $275 million term loan was secured to refinance convertible notes maturing in February 2026, eliminating debt maturity risk until 2027 [1][13] - The Board of Directors authorized a $50 million share repurchase program to return capital to shareholders [2][12] Financial Performance - The net loss attributable to common stockholders was $4.7 million, or $0.04 per diluted share, compared to a net loss of $2.1 million, or $0.02 per diluted share in Q1 2024 [4][28] - Total revenues decreased to $184.5 million from $188.1 million year-over-year [4][35] - Adjusted EBITDAre fell to $45.0 million from $48.8 million in the same period last year [5][33] Operational Metrics - Pro forma RevPAR increased by 0.9% to $124.99, with pro forma ADR rising by 0.8% to $173.06 and occupancy increasing by 0.1% to 72.2% [5][44] - Same-store RevPAR grew by 1.5% to $126.26, with same-store ADR up by 0.7% to $174.03 and occupancy increasing by 0.8% to 72.5% [5][44] - Hotel EBITDA margin contracted to 35.6%, down from 36.0% in the prior year [4][5] Capital Structure and Liquidity - The company has outstanding debt of $1.1 billion with a weighted average interest rate of 4.63%, and 71% of this debt is at a fixed rate [16] - Total liquidity available is approximately $310 million, including unrestricted cash and cash equivalents [16] - The average length to maturity of the company's debt will increase to nearly four years following the refinancing [15] Market Outlook - Despite near-term softness in lodging demand due to macroeconomic volatility, the company remains confident in long-term fundamentals and expects a multi-year growth cycle in the lodging industry [2][18] - Capital expenditure expectations for 2025 have been reduced to $60 million to $70 million [18]

GERMANTOWN, Tenn., April 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Mid-America Apartment Communities, Inc., or MAA (NYSE: MAA), today announced operating results for the three months ended March 31, 2025. Three months ended March 31, 2025 2024 Earnings per common share - diluted (1) $ 1.54 $ 1.22 Funds from operations (FFO) per Share - diluted (1) $ 2.21 $ 2.41 <td colspan="1" rows ...

Shares of Universal Health Realty Income Trust (UHT) have gained 0.2% since the company reported its earnings for the quarter ended March 31, 2025. This compares to the S&P 500 Index’s 0.6% gain over the same time frame. Over the past month, the stock lost 6.7%, underperforming the broader market’s 0.6% decline.For the first quarter of 2025, Universal Health Realty reported a net income of $4.8 million, compared with $5.3 million in the prior-year period. This 9.9% decline in net income was primarily attrib ...

Equity Residential (EQR) reported first-quarter 2025 normalized funds from operations (FFO) per share of 95 cents, which outpaced the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 93 cents. The figure also improved 2.2% from the year-ago quarter.Results reflect a rise in same-store revenues and physical occupancy on a year-over-year basis. The company reaffirmed its guidance for 2025.Rental income of $760.8 million missed the consensus mark of $766.8 million. Rental income was up 4.1% year over year.According to Mark J. Parr ...

Core Insights - Extra Space Storage Inc. (EXR) reported first-quarter 2025 core funds from operations (FFO) per share of $2.00, exceeding the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.96, marking a 2% increase from the prior-year quarter [1] - Quarterly revenues reached $820 million, slightly below the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $823.4 million, but reflecting a year-over-year increase of 2.6% [1] Financial Performance - Same-store revenues increased by 0.3% year over year to $659.7 million, driven by a rise in net rental income, partially offset by other income [3] - Same-store operating expenses rose 4.2% year over year to $192.4 million, influenced by higher property operating expenses, repairs and maintenance, and property taxes [3] - Same-store net operating income (NOI) decreased by 1.2% year over year to $467.3 million [3] Occupancy and Interest Expenses - Same-store square-foot occupancy improved by 100 basis points year over year to 93.4% as of March 31, 2025, slightly below the estimate of 93.6% [4] - Interest expenses increased to $142.4 million from $132.9 million a year ago, surpassing the estimate of $139.7 million [4] Portfolio Activity - During the first quarter, Extra Space Storage acquired 12 operating stores for approximately $153.8 million and exchanged ownership interest in 17 properties from an existing joint venture [5] - The company added 113 stores (net increase of 100) to its third-party management platform, managing a total of 2,114 stores as of March 31, 2025 [6] Balance Sheet Position - As of March 31, 2025, Extra Space Storage had $119.6 million in cash and cash equivalents, down from $138.2 million at the end of 2024 [7] - The percentage of fixed-rate debt to total debt was 78.8%, with a combined weighted average interest rate of 4.4% and a weighted average maturity of around 4.5 years [7] Shareholder Actions - The company did not issue any shares under its at-the-market program during the first quarter and had $800 million available for issuance as of March 31, 2025 [8] - Subsequent to the quarter end, EXR repurchased 68,585 shares of common stock for $8.6 million at an average price of $125.60 per share [9] 2025 Guidance - Extra Space Storage reaffirmed its 2025 core FFO per share guidance in the range of $8.00 to $8.30, with the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $8.16 falling within this range [10] - The full-year guidance is based on an expected decline of 0.75% to 1.25% in same-store revenues and a 3.75% to 5.25% increase in same-store expenses [10]

Core Insights - Essex Property Trust Inc. (ESS) reported Q1 2025 core funds from operations (FFO) per share of $3.97, exceeding the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $3.92 and reflecting a 3.7% year-over-year improvement [1] - Total revenues reached $464.6 million, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $459.5 million, with an 8.8% year-over-year increase [2] Financial Performance - Same-property revenues increased by 3.4% year-over-year, outperforming the estimate of 2.5%, while same-property operating expenses rose by 3.8%, slightly below the estimate of 4% [3] - Same-property net operating income (NOI) grew by 3.3% year-over-year, exceeding the estimate of 1.8% [3] - Financial occupancy remained stable at 96.3%, unchanged year-over-year and up 40 basis points sequentially, surpassing the estimate of 95.7% [3] Portfolio Activity - In Q1 2025, ESS acquired three apartment communities with 619 units in Northern California for $345.4 million [4] - The company sold a 255-unit community in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA for $127 million in February 2025 [4] - Subsequent to the quarter, ESS sold a 350-unit community in Santa Ana, CA for $239.6 million, reflecting a valuation of approximately $685,000 per unit [4] Balance Sheet Position - As of March 31, 2025, ESS had $1.4 billion in liquidity, including undrawn capacity on unsecured credit facilities, cash, and marketable securities [5] - Cash and cash equivalents, including restricted cash, increased to $107.9 million from $75.9 million at the end of the previous quarter [5] - No shares were repurchased through the stock repurchase plan during the first quarter [5] 2025 Guidance - For Q2 2025, ESS projects core FFO per share in the range of $3.90-$4.02, with the Zacks Consensus Estimate at $3.98 [6] - The full-year 2025 guidance for core FFO per share is projected between $15.56-$16.06, aligning with the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $15.98 [6] - The full-year guidance is based on same-property revenue growth projections of 2.25-3.75%, operating expense increases of 3.25-4.25%, and NOI expansion of 1.4-4% [7]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported a healthy first quarter with core FFO per share exceeding the midpoint of guidance by $0.05, driven by a consolidated portfolio performance ahead of plan with same property revenues growing 3.4% year-over-year [11][12] - Blended net effective rent growth was 2.8% for the first quarter, with new lease rates improving sequentially from the fourth quarter [4][11] - Delinquency improved to 1.3% of scheduled rent in Los Angeles, down from 3.9% in the same period last year [4][11] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - New lease rates turned positive in all three major regions, led by Northern California at 1.5%, Seattle at 1.3%, and Southern California at 0.2% [5] - The turnover rate was notably low at 35%, contributing to stable occupancy levels [4] - In April, renewal rates landed in the low fours, consistent with plans, while new lease rates remained steady [36][37] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total new housing supply delivery as a percentage of stock in 2025 is exceptionally low at only 50 basis points in Essex markets, expected to moderate throughout the year [7] - Deal volume in the markets was higher in the first quarter compared to the same period last year, totaling $2.5 billion with cap rates in the mid to high 4% range [8] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on reallocating capital into higher rent growth markets and optimizing its operating platform to generate above-market returns [3][4] - The company remains cautious about revising guidance due to macroeconomic uncertainties, particularly regarding U.S. and global trade policies [6][12] - The company is actively pursuing opportunities to enhance shareholder accretion while maintaining a disciplined investment strategy [10][13] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the West Coast multifamily fundamentals, stating they are well-positioned for a wide range of economic outcomes due to low supply [7][93] - The company noted that while the tech sector's job growth has been steady, it is closely monitoring potential impacts from macroeconomic changes [21][92] - Management highlighted that the labor market remains soft in Los Angeles, affecting pricing power, and emphasized the need for delinquency recovery to improve occupancy and pricing [60][61] Other Important Information - The company has refinanced the majority of its 2025 debt maturities and maintains over $1 billion in available liquidity [15] - The preferred equity portfolio saw around $27 million in redemptions, with expectations for further redemptions in the upcoming quarters [14] Q&A Session Summary Question: Guidance and Rate Growth - The company confirmed that the original guidance included a slight increase in blended rate growth in the second half of the year, and they remain confident in achieving this [17][19] Question: Impact of Tech Sector - Management indicated that job openings in the top 20 tech companies have remained steady, suggesting continued hiring in the sector [20][22] Question: Occupancy Strategy - The company is maintaining its occupancy strategy while pushing rents in Northern California, with a focus on occupancy in Southern California due to supply dynamics [25][27] Question: Renewal Rates - Renewal rates in April were steady, landing in the high threes, consistent with the company's plans [37] Question: Market Conditions in LA - Management noted that pricing power in LA depends on delinquency recovery and that the labor market remains soft, impacting overall performance [60][61] Question: Development and Investment Strategy - The company is actively looking for new investment opportunities but remains disciplined in its approach, focusing on long-term performance [64][111] Question: Concessions and Loss to Lease - Concessions have improved significantly from the fourth quarter to the first quarter, and loss to lease metrics have also shown improvement [113]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported a healthy first quarter with core FFO per share exceeding the midpoint of guidance by $0.05 [4][12] - Same property revenues grew by 3.4% year-over-year, which was 40 basis points ahead of plan [12] - Delinquency improved to 1.3% of scheduled rent compared to 3.9% for the same period last year [5][12] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The first quarter saw a blended net effective rent growth of 2.8%, with new lease rates improving sequentially from the fourth quarter [5] - New lease rates turned positive in all three major regions, led by Northern California at 1.5%, Seattle at 1.3%, and Southern California at 20 basis points [7] - The turnover rate was notably low at 35%, contributing to stable occupancy levels [6] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total new housing supply delivery as a percentage of stock in 2025 is exceptionally low at only 50 basis points in the Essex markets [9] - Deal volume in the markets was higher in the first quarter compared to the same period last year, totaling $2.5 billion with cap rates in the mid to high 4% range [10] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is reallocating into higher rent growth markets and optimizing its operating platform to generate above-market returns [5] - The focus remains on maximizing revenues and generating long-term accretion, with a cautious approach due to macroeconomic uncertainties [8][9] - The company is actively pursuing opportunities to expand in Northern California and is studying other markets for potential investments [57] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the West Coast multifamily fundamentals being well-positioned for various economic outcomes due to low supply [9][96] - There is a cautious outlook regarding macroeconomic uncertainties impacting business investment and job growth, leading to a decision not to revise guidance upward at this time [8][12] - The labor market remains soft in Los Angeles, affecting pricing power, but there is optimism about recovery as delinquency levels improve [62] Other Important Information - The company has refinanced the majority of its 2025 debt maturities earlier this year, maintaining a strong balance sheet with over $1 billion in available liquidity [17] - The preferred equity portfolio saw around $27 million in redemptions, with expectations for further redemptions later in the year [15][16] Q&A Session Summary Question: Guidance on blended rate growth - Management confirmed that the original guidance included a slight increase in blended rate growth in the second half of the year, and they remain confident in achieving that [20][21] Question: Impact of the tech sector on the portfolio - Management noted that job openings in the top 20 tech companies have remained steady, indicating health in the sector, and they are not seeing signs of weakness [23][24] Question: Occupancy strategy for the second quarter - The occupancy strategy remains consistent, with a focus on pushing rents in Northern California while maintaining occupancy in Southern California due to supply dynamics [30][31] Question: Renewal rates and market tracking - Renewal rates in April were steady, landing in the low fours, consistent with expectations [40] Question: Changes in migration trends - No noticeable changes in international migration trends were reported, but domestic migration to San Francisco and San Mateo has turned positive [102][103]