Core Insights - SL Green Realty reported a GAAP net loss per share of $0.16 for Q2 2025, which was better than analysts' expectations of a loss of $0.17, while revenue exceeded consensus estimates [1][5] - Funds from operations (FFO) per share decreased by 20.5% year-over-year to $1.63, reflecting operational challenges despite increased revenue [2][5] - The company raised its full-year FFO guidance to a range of $5.65 to $5.95, driven by anticipated income from debt and preferred equity investments [16] Financial Performance - Revenue for Q2 2025 was $241.9 million, an increase of 8.6% from $222.8 million in Q2 2024, and above the estimate of $160.41 million [2][5] - Same-store cash net operating income (NOI) decreased by 1.0% year-over-year to $153.3 million [2][6] - Manhattan same-store office occupancy was reported at 91.4%, showing slight decline but remaining stable [2][6] Leasing Activity - The company signed 46 new office leases totaling over 541,000 square feet during the quarter, with an average lease length of 7.8 years and an average annual rental rate of $90.03 per square foot [6][12] - Mark-to-market rents increased by 2.4% for the quarter, although there was a slight decline of 0.4% over the first half of the year [6][12] - Management aims to achieve 93.2% occupancy in Manhattan properties by year-end, supported by leases already signed [13][16] Investment Strategy - SL Green acquired a 49.9% interest in 100 Park Avenue for $14.9 million and sold its 85 Fifth Avenue property for $3.2 million in net proceeds [7] - The debt and preferred equity portfolio increased to $525.4 million, with a weighted average yield of 7.0% [9] - The company is focusing on alternative revenue sources, including the SUMMIT One Vanderbilt observation deck and special servicing/debt businesses, which have seen increased activity [14] Financial Management - Net debt rose to $3.64 billion, reflecting ongoing capital recycling and refinancing activities [10] - The company maintained its regular dividend payout to shareholders without any increase or cut during the quarter [11] - Cash and available investments exceeded $180 million, providing additional liquidity [10] Future Outlook - Management expects continued leasing success and stability in income from both property and investment portfolios to meet its financial targets [16] - Key metrics to monitor include new lease activity, rent growth on renewals, and the performance of debt and preferred equity investments [17]