ORLANDO, Fla., May 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- NNN REIT, Inc. (NYSE: NNN) (the "Company" or "NNN"), a real estate investment trust, today announced financial and operating results for the quarter ended March 31, 2025. Highlights include:First Quarter 2025 Highlights: Net earnings of $0.51 per diluted share Grew Core FFO and AFFO per diluted share by 3.6% over prior year results, to $0.86 and $0.87, respectively Increased ABR by 5.2% over the prior year result Closed on $232.4 million of investments, at an initi ...

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 - Kite Realty Group reported a net income of $23.7 million, or $0.11 per diluted share, for Q1 2025, compared to $14.2 million, or $0.06 per diluted share, in Q1 2024, indicating a significant year-over-year increase in profitability [1][21][34] - The company raised its 2025 guidance for NAREIT FFO to a range of $2.04 to $2.10 per diluted share, up from the previous range of $2.02 to $2.08 per diluted share [9] - Kite Realty Group acquired Legacy West in the Dallas MSA for $785 million, with its share amounting to $408 million, through a joint venture with GIC, enhancing its portfolio in a high-growth area [3][11] Financial Performance - The company generated NAREIT FFO of $122.8 million, or $0.55 per diluted share, and Core FFO of $118.1 million, or $0.53 per diluted share for Q1 2025 [7][24] - Same Property Net Operating Income (NOI) increased by 3.1% year-over-year, reflecting strong operational performance [7][33] - The operating retail portfolio's annualized base rent per square foot was $21.49, a 3.1% increase year-over-year [7] Capital Allocation and Investments - Kite Realty executed 182 new and renewal leases representing approximately 844,000 square feet, with blended cash leasing spreads of 13.7% [7][33] - The company sold Stoney Creek Commons for $9.5 million and acquired Village Commons for $68.4 million during the quarter [3][7] - The joint venture with GIC aims to co-invest in high-quality, open-air retail and mixed-use assets, with Legacy West being a key acquisition [3][11] Dividend and Shareholder Returns - The Board of Trustees declared a second quarter 2025 dividend of $0.27 per common share, representing an 8.0% year-over-year increase [8] - The company aims to maintain leverage at or below its long-term target of 5.0x to 5.5x net debt to EBITDA, with a current net debt to Adjusted EBITDA ratio of 4.7x [6][9]

TORONTO, April 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mitchell Cohen, Chief Executive Officer and President of Urbanfund Corp. (TSX-V: UFC) (“Urbanfund” or the “Company”), confirmed today that the Company has filed its financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2024 (the “Consolidated Financial Statements”) and corresponding Management’s Discussion and Analysis (“MD&A”). BUSINESS OVERVIEW AND STRATEGY Business Overview Urbanfund Corp. is an incorporated entity listed on the TSX Venture Exchange (“TSX-V”) un ...

Industry Overview - The Zacks Automotive - Retail and Wholesale - Parts industry involves retail, distribution, and installation of vehicle components, including various parts and accessories [2] - The industry is characterized by fierce competition and is undergoing transformative shifts due to changing customer preferences and technological advancements [2] Factors Influencing the Industry Outlook - The average age of vehicles on U.S. roads has increased from 11.1 years to 12.6 years over the last decade, leading to higher demand for servicing and replacement parts [3] - Consumers are spending more on essential repairs and part replacements to maintain vehicle functionality, contributing to increased demand for auto parts [3] Expansion Efforts - Auto part dealers are expanding into new markets through strategic acquisitions and the establishment of mega hubs, which enhance market share and offerings [4] - Investment in digital platforms is aligned with consumer preferences for online transactions, allowing dealers to reach a broader audience and drive profitability [4] Capital Expenditure Trends - Auto part retailers are increasing capital expenditure to support growth, improve electronic catalogs, expand stores, and enhance supply chain and merchandising projects [5] - These investments may limit near-term cash flows but are essential for long-term business growth [5] Industry Performance and Rankings - The Zacks Auto Retail & Wholesale Parts industry holds a Zacks Industry Rank of 95, placing it in the top 39% of around 250 Zacks industries, indicating bright near-term prospects [6] - The industry has outperformed the S&P 500 and the Auto, Tires, and Truck sector over the past year, with a growth of 10.3% compared to the S&P 500's 8.3% [9] Current Valuation - The industry is currently trading at an EV/EBITDA ratio of 30.99X, significantly higher than the S&P 500's 18.31X and the sector's 16.34X [12] - Over the past five years, the industry's EV/EBITDA ratio has ranged from a high of 32.85X to a low of 18.68X, with a median of 24.15X [13] Company Highlights - **AutoZone**: A leading specialty retailer and distributor of automotive replacement parts, expecting growth in fiscal 2025 driven by strong DIY and commercial performance, with year-over-year sales and EPS growth estimates of 1.78% and 2.74% respectively for fiscal 2025 [17][18] - **Genuine Parts Company (GPC)**: Strengthened by the acquisition of Motor Parts & Equipment Corporation, with a focus on restructuring to realize $100 million to $125 million in additional savings, and year-over-year sales growth estimates of 2.74% for 2025 [21][24] - **Advance Auto Parts (AAP)**: Improved liquidity from the sale of Worldpac for $1.5 billion, allowing a sharper focus on core business operations, with an impressive EPS growth estimate of 644.83% for 2025 [27][28]

Core Viewpoint - Veris Residential, Inc. reported strong operational results in Q1 2025, despite market volatility, with a focus on asset sales and portfolio simplification to unlock value [3][4]. Financial Performance - Net income (loss) per diluted share was $(0.12) in Q1 2025, compared to $(0.04) in Q1 2024 [2]. - Core FFO per diluted share increased to $0.16 from $0.14 year-over-year [2]. - Core AFFO per diluted share decreased slightly to $0.17 from $0.18 [2]. - The dividend per diluted share was $0.08, up from $0.0525 [2]. Operational Highlights - The company achieved a Same Store occupancy rate of 94.0%, up from 93.9% [4]. - Same Store blended rental growth rate for the quarter was 2.4%, compared to 0.5% in the previous quarter, reflecting a 1.9% increase [4]. - Average rent per home decreased slightly to $4,019 from $4,033 [4]. Asset Management - The company has closed or is under contract for $79 million in non-strategic asset sales in 2025 [3]. - Year-to-date, $45 million of non-strategic asset sales have been completed, with an additional $34 million under contract [7][8]. - The acquisition of the remaining interest in the Jersey City property, now named "Sable," was completed for $38.5 million, expected to generate over $1 million in annualized synergies [9][10]. Financial Position - The company maintains a weighted average effective interest rate of 4.96% on its debt, with a maturity of 2.8 years [5][6]. - As of April 21, 2025, liquidity stood at approximately $146 million [6]. - Net debt was reported at $1,643,411, with a TTM Net Debt to EBITDA ratio of 11.4x [6]. Guidance - The company maintains its 2025 guidance for Same Store revenue growth between 2.1% and 2.7%, and Same Store NOI growth between 1.7% and 2.7% [13].