Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For the first quarter of 2025, the company reported core FFO of $0.19 per diluted share, with same store property cash NOI up 0.4% excluding nonrecurring revenue items from the previous year [26][27] - Expenses increased approximately 5% year over year, driven by real estate taxes, payroll costs, and repair and maintenance costs, partially offset by higher tenant reimbursement income and growth in rental revenue [27][28] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Manhattan office portfolio is 93% leased, with a slight decrease from 94.2% in the previous quarter, and the company expects leasing and occupancy gains for the full year [12][19] - The Observatory generated NOI of approximately $15 million, with a 7% year-over-year change attributed to the shift of the Easter holiday to the second quarter and adverse weather conditions [28] - The multifamily portfolio achieved 99% occupancy and 8% year-over-year rent growth in the first quarter [15][16] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The leasing environment in New York City remains active, particularly for modernized buildings with good amenities, as evidenced by the company leasing approximately 230,000 square feet in the first quarter [6][12] - The company has seen a healthy pipeline of leasing activity, with 160,000 square feet of leases in negotiation and several proposals exchanged with tenant prospects across various industries [13][14] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company focuses on five priorities: leasing space, selling tickets to the Observatory, managing the balance sheet, identifying growth opportunities, and achieving sustainability goals [11][24] - The company aims to maintain a strong balance sheet with no floating rate debt exposure and a well-laddered debt maturity schedule, positioning itself to weather economic uncertainties [23][24] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledges potential macroeconomic risks but emphasizes the company's strong position due to long-term leases, high lease percentages, and diverse income streams [5][6] - The company remains optimistic about its leasing and occupancy gains, with expectations for core FFO guidance of $0.86 to $0.89 for 2025 [28][29] Other Important Information - The company repaid $100 million in Series A unsecured notes and $120 million in revolving credit facility balance during the quarter, and it has been actively repurchasing shares [24] - The company is prepared to act on investment opportunities across retail, multifamily, and office sectors, focusing on New York City [25] Q&A Session Summary Question: How are leasing conversations unfolding with different tenant categories amid current economic conditions? - Management reported no changes in lease negotiations over the last sixty days, with strong activity across various industries [32][33] Question: What is the expected trend for CapEx in the coming years? - Management indicated a reduction in CapEx is expected as the portfolio stabilizes, with a good run rate established in the first quarter [35][39] Question: How is leasing activity in Williamsburg progressing? - Management noted strong activity in Williamsburg, with recognizable brand names showing interest in available spaces [41][43] Question: How does the company prioritize capital allocation opportunities? - The company balances capital allocation between maintaining operating runway, potential buybacks, and investment opportunities as they arise [44][46] Question: What is the company's perspective on tourism and potential impacts from geopolitical tensions? - Management has not detected significant shifts in demand and remains focused on operational discipline and marketing strategies to mitigate any potential downturns [56][58]

Hess Midstream (HESM) Q1 2025 Earnings Call April 30, 2025 12:00 PM ET Company Participants Jennifer Gordon - Director of Investor RelationsJohn Gatling - President & COOJonathan Stein - CFO, CRO, SVP - Strategy & PlanningEli Jossen - Equity Research Vice PresidentNaomi Marfatia - Associate Director - Equity ResearchDoug Irwin - Vice PresidentJohn Mackay - VP - Equity Research Conference Call Participants Praneeth Satish - Analyst Operator Good day, ladies and gentlemen, and welcome to the First Quarter twe ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For Q1 2025, net income was $161 million, down from $172 million in Q4 2024 [11] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q1 2025 was $292 million, compared to $298 million in Q4 2024, primarily due to lower volumes and revenues [11] - Total revenues, excluding pass-through revenues, decreased by approximately $13 million, driven by lower throughput volumes [11] - Adjusted free cash flow for Q1 2025 was approximately $191 million [12] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Gas processing throughput averaged 424 million cubic feet per day, crude terminaling averaged 125,000 barrels per day, and water gathering averaged 126,000 barrels per day [5] - Processing revenues decreased by approximately $7 million, and gathering revenues decreased by approximately $6 million due to lower throughput volumes [11] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Hess reported first quarter net production for the Bakken averaged 195,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day, with expectations for Q2 production to be in the range of 210,000 to 215,000 barrels, reflecting a 9% increase at the midpoint compared to Q1 [5] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company remains focused on disciplined, low-risk investments to meet basin demand while maintaining reliable operations and strong financial performance [7] - Capital expenditures for 2025 are expected to total approximately $300 million, unchanged from previous guidance [12] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about a strong recovery in volumes following challenging weather conditions in January and February [42] - The company anticipates adjusted EBITDA in the second half of 2025 to be approximately 11% higher than in the first half [13] Other Important Information - The company has returned $1.95 billion to shareholders since the beginning of 2021 through share repurchases and has increased distributions per Class A share by approximately 57% since 2021 [9] - The company expects to generate over $1.25 billion of financial flexibility through 2027 for incremental shareholder returns [10] Q&A Session Summary Question: Bakken outlook in light of ongoing macroeconomic volatility - Management noted that activity levels remain stable, with no changes in Hess's plans to run four rigs for the rest of the year, supported by established MVCs through 2027 [19][20] Question: Volumes in excess of MVCs and performance against MVCs - Management indicated that MVCs are set at approximately 80% of nomination, with third parties expected to represent about 10% of total volume [24] Question: Risk of rig reduction in the current macro environment - Management reaffirmed that they are looking past short-term volatility and expect consistent activity levels in the Bakken [30][31] Question: Buybacks and secondaries - Management clarified that there is no specific plan for secondaries and expects to continue multiple repurchases per year, with flexibility for $1.25 billion through 2027 [36][37] Question: Gas processing volumes recovery - Management reported a strong recovery in volumes and expressed optimism about meeting guidance for the year [42][43] Question: Impact of oil prices on rig count - Management stated that they are prepared for price volatility and expect to maintain the four-rig program, with improved well economics reducing breakeven costs [45][48] Question: Gas growth in the basin and egress - Management anticipates gas volumes to continue increasing over time, supported by existing export agreements [55][66]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenue increased from $29.3 million in Q1 2024 to $30.1 million in Q1 2025, representing a 2.5% year-over-year growth [12] - Quarter-over-quarter, total revenue grew by 2.7% from $29.3 million in Q4 2024 to $30.1 million in Q1 2025 [13] - Funds from operations (FFO) decreased slightly by $77,000 quarter-over-quarter, remaining at $12.7 million in Q1 2025 [14] - Adjusted funds from operations (AFFO) totaled $14.7 million in Q1 2025, approximately $100,000 higher than Q4 2024, with a per diluted common share basis remaining at $0.55 [14] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Occupancy and weighted average remaining lease term remained flat at 90.9% and 6.7 years, respectively [6] - The company acquired a behavioral residential treatment facility for approximately $9.7 million, with anticipated tenant improvements of $1.4 million [7] - The company signed definitive purchase and sale agreements for seven properties with an expected investment of $169.5 million, with expected returns ranging from 9.1% to 9.75% [8] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company sold a building in Ohio for approximately $400,000, receiving net proceeds of approximately $600,000 [9] - The geriatric psychiatric hospital operator, a tenant in six properties, represents an annual base rent of $3.2 million, with incremental operating improvements noted [9] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company continues to be selective in acquisitions and is evaluating capital recycling opportunities to fund near-term acquisitions [10][22] - The company aims to maintain modest leverage levels while exploring various capital options, including potential asset sales and draws on the revolver [10][22] - The company has a solid pipeline of acquisitions expected to close over the next three years, totaling approximately $169 million [49] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the stability of tenants and the overall health care sector, indicating no immediate negative impacts from macroeconomic factors [44] - The company is actively monitoring the geriatric psychiatric hospital operator's sale process and expects more clarity by the end of Q2 or early Q3 [19][40] - Management remains cautious about raising equity at current share prices and is focused on selected capital recycling [22][25] Other Important Information - The company declared a dividend of $0.47 per common share for Q1 2025, marking a continuous increase since its IPO [10] - The company is not currently issuing shares under its ATM program due to low share prices [10] Q&A Session Summary Question: Update on the geriatric psychiatric hospital operator's sale process - Management indicated that the operator is in an active sale process with potential buyers, and more clarity is expected by the end of Q2 or early Q3 [18][19] Question: Acquisition outlook and capital allocation - Management confirmed a healthy pipeline of acquisitions but noted a cautious approach to raising equity at current prices, focusing on selected asset sales and revolver draws [20][22] Question: Concerns about smaller tenants - Management reported stability among tenants and no significant issues arising in Q1, with a positive macro outlook for health care providers [44] Question: Conditions for the $169 million pipeline - Management clarified that the pipeline is solid and expected to close over three years, with flexibility in decision-making based on project evaluations [49] Question: Position of notes in the event of asset sales by the psychiatric operator - Management explained the company's second lien position on accounts receivable and first lien on other assets, indicating a structured approach to creditor relationships [51]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For Q1 2025, Amerisafe reported net income of $8.9 million or $0.47 per diluted share, down from $16.9 million or $0.88 per diluted share in Q1 2024 [11] - Operating net income decreased to $11.4 million or $0.60 per diluted share from $13.3 million or $0.69 per diluted share year-over-year [11] - Gross written premiums increased by 4.6% to $83.8 million compared to $80.1 million in Q1 2024 [11] - Net premiums earned rose by 60 basis points to $68.9 million from $68.4 million in the prior year [12] - The expense ratio increased to 29.9% from 27.3% due to higher expenses related to business investments [12][13] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Premiums on policies written in the quarter grew by 7.1% over the prior year quarter, with a retention rate of 93.1% [7][8] - The company experienced $5 million from payroll audits and other premium adjustments, down from $6.4 million in the previous year [8] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The competitive environment remains strong, driven by declining workers' compensation rates and challenges in other property and casualty lines [5][6] - The company noted a favorable frequency trend in claims, with a current accident year loss ratio of 71, consistent with the prior year [8] Company Strategy and Development Direction - Amerisafe continues to focus on incremental growth within its existing geographic footprint and risk appetite, leveraging relationships with agents and policyholders [5] - The company is investing in business growth despite a competitive market, aiming to maintain profitability [12] Management Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed caution regarding economic uncertainties such as tariffs, inflation, and interest rates, which could impact payrolls and premiums [6] - The company anticipates favorable frequency trends to continue, with modest severity trends expected [9] Other Important Information - The investment portfolio is of high quality, with a tax-equivalent book yield of 3.85% and a strong capital position [14][15] - Book value per share was reported at $13.69, with a statutory surplus of $243.6 million, up 3.6% from the previous year [15] Q&A Session Summary Question: Audit premium impact on previous quarters - Management provided audit premium figures for the previous year: Q1 was $6.4 million, Q2 was $7.3 million, Q3 was $4 million, and Q4 was $2.5 million [22][24] Question: Impact of recent hurricanes on work activity - There was a slight increase in audit premiums for rebuilding classifications in North Carolina and Georgia, but not as much in Florida [26] Question: Potential tariff impacts on business - Tariffs could impact medical costs, particularly in pharmacy and durable medical equipment, which account for about 15% of medical costs in workers' compensation [29] Question: Changes in competitive dynamics - There has been no significant change in the competitive landscape during the first quarter [35] Question: Expense ratio and future expectations - The increase in the expense ratio was approximately $1.9 million, and costs are expected to moderate as the year progresses [37] Question: State loss cost updates - The trend remains a decline in rates, with average decreases between 6% to 8% across states [39] Question: Medical inflation trends - There are increases in physician care costs, likely due to labor costs rather than tariffs [41] Question: Large losses in the quarter - The company reported two large losses in the quarter, which is below trend [56]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenue increased from $29,300,000 in Q1 2024 to $30,100,000 in Q1 2025, representing a 2.5% annual growth [11] - Compared to Q4 2024, total revenue grew by 2.7% quarter over quarter, attributed to incremental revenue from acquisitions and seasonal increases in operating expense reimbursements [12] - Funds from operations (FFO) decreased slightly by $77,000 quarter over quarter, remaining at $12,700,000, with FFO per diluted share at $0.47 [13] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Occupancy and weighted average remaining lease term remained flat at 90.9% and 6.7 years, respectively [6] - The company acquired a behavioral residential treatment facility for approximately $9,700,000, with anticipated tenant improvements of $1,400,000, expecting an annual return of 9.5% [7] - The company signed definitive purchase and sale agreements for seven properties with an expected investment of $169,500,000, with returns ranging from 9.1% to 9.75% [7] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company sold a building in Ohio for approximately $400,000, receiving net proceeds of about $600,000, resulting in a gain on the property sale [8] - The geriatric psychiatric hospital operator, a tenant in six properties, represents an annual base rent of $3,200,000, with incremental operating improvements noted [9] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company continues to be selective in acquisitions while focusing on property operating costs and tenant relationships [6] - Management is evaluating capital recycling opportunities and anticipates sufficient capital from selected asset sales and increased revolver capacity for near-term acquisitions [10] - The company raised its dividend to $0.47 per common share, marking a continuous increase since its IPO [10] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expects to have more clarity on the status of the geriatric psychiatric hospital operator's sale process by the end of Q2 or early Q3 [18] - The company is cautious about raising equity at current share prices and plans to utilize selected asset sales and revolver draws for funding acquisitions [22] - Overall, management sees stability among tenants and does not anticipate significant negative impacts from the macroeconomic environment on tenants' ability to pay rent [43] Other Important Information - The company has a solid pipeline of acquisitions expected to close over the next three years, totaling approximately $169,000,000 [49] - Management is open to evaluating various capital options, including preferred stock, but maintains a bias towards a simple capital structure [35] Q&A Session Summary Question: Additional information on the geriatric psychiatric hospital operator's sale process - Management indicated that they expect to have more certainty regarding buyer interest by the end of Q2 or early Q3 [18] Question: Acquisition outlook and capital allocation - Management confirmed that they are seeing attractive property acquisitions and are evaluating them, but are cautious about raising equity at current prices [22] Question: Clarification on contractual payments with the psychiatric hospital operator - The $3,200,000 is just the rent, with additional payments on notes amounting to approximately $2,500,000 [30][31] Question: Patience regarding the geriatric tenant's lease default - Management stated they are monitoring the situation and will make decisions based on buyer interest, emphasizing that patience is not unlimited [40] Question: Concerns about smaller tenants in the portfolio - Management reported stability across the portfolio and no significant issues with smaller tenants, indicating a positive macroeconomic outlook for healthcare providers [43]

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