Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - FBRT reported GAAP net income of $18.4 million, or $0.13 per fully converted common share, with distributable earnings of $17.9 million, or $0.12 per fully converted share [13] - The company decided to reset the quarterly dividend to $0.20 per common share starting Q1 2026 to stabilize book value and better match current earnings to dividends [7][8] - Book value per share ended the quarter at $14.15, reflecting dividends outpacing earnings [15] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The core portfolio finished Q4 at approximately $4.4 billion, with 77% of loans backed by multifamily assets [19] - During Q4, the company originated 37 loans at a weighted average spread of 284 basis points, with multifamily representing 76% of new loan originations [20] - Agency volume reached $1.1 billion in new loan originations for the quarter, with expectations of $4.5 billion to $5.5 billion in 2026 [16] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Market conditions are improving, with abundant liquidity and tighter spreads, the tightest seen since pre-GFC days [11] - Regional banks are slowly returning to the market, particularly in the multifamily space, but the company is cautious about chasing current market spreads [11] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company has transitioned from being a pure play mortgage REIT to a commercial real estate investment platform, focusing on sustainable dividend coverage and book value growth [8][10] - The acquisition of NewPoint is expected to provide steadier recurring servicing and fee revenue, contributing to long-term growth [9][10] - The company aims to balance attractive current income with disciplined book value growth, positioning itself differently from traditional mortgage REITs [10] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's ability to grow earnings, despite current challenges and a reset in dividend [29] - The company is navigating a rate-sensitive environment, with expectations that lower rates could significantly increase market volume [58] - Management believes that the disconnect between book value and share price is not reflective of the company's underlying asset quality [62] Other Important Information - The company completed a $1 billion CLO, increasing non-recourse financing capacity and lowering financing costs in 2026 [14] - Share buybacks totaled $14.4 million in Q4, contributing $0.05 to book value, with a reauthorized share repurchase program of $50 million available through December 2026 [15] Q&A Session Summary Question: How should we think about capital allocation this quarter? - Management indicated that they are focused on origination and have a $1.7 billion under-application pipeline, adjusting the mix of origination to avoid chasing tight spreads [26][27] Question: Should we expect the dividend reset to be a good baseline for run rate earnings going forward? - Management expects to grow earnings over the next several quarters and aims to return to a higher earnings level, indicating that the current earnings are not a steady state [28][30] Question: Will the company have some percentage of capital in direct real estate investments going forward? - Management confirmed that they have multiple equity investments and expect to allocate a slightly higher percentage of capital to equity investments over the next few years [34][37] Question: How is the multifamily volume progressing year to date in 2026? - Management noted that the business is highly sensitive to rates, and a slight change could significantly impact volume, indicating uncertainty in the near term [58] Question: Are most of the repayments behind the company? - Management stated that they are cycling through the legacy portfolio and expect to continue addressing legacy positions, with confidence in the quality of the loan portfolio [60][62]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - FBRT reported GAAP net income of $18.4 million, or $0.13 per fully converted common share, with distributable earnings of $17.9 million, or $0.12 per fully converted share [16] - The company decided to reset the quarterly dividend to $0.20 per common share starting Q1 2026 to stabilize book value and better match current earnings to dividends [9][10] - Book value per share ended the quarter at $14.15, reflecting the dividend outpacing earnings [18] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The core portfolio finished Q4 at approximately $4.4 billion, with 77% of loans backed by multifamily assets [23] - During Q4, the company originated 37 loans at a weighted average spread of 284 basis points, with multifamily representing 76% of new loan originations [23] - The agency volume came in at $1.1 billion of new loan originations in the quarter, with expectations for agency volumes to be between $4.5 billion and $5.5 billion in 2026 [19] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Market conditions are improving, with abundant liquidity and tighter spreads, the tightest seen since pre-GFC days [13] - Regional banks are slowly returning to the market, primarily in the multifamily space, but the company is cautious about chasing current market spreads [14][15] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company has transitioned from being a pure play mortgage REIT to a commercial real estate investment platform, focusing on sustainable dividend coverage, book value growth, and durable earnings [10][12] - The acquisition of NewPoint is expected to provide steadier recurring servicing and fee revenue, which typically trades at a lower yield but offers more consistent cash flow [11] - The company aims to balance attractive current income with disciplined book value growth, positioning itself with a differentiated mix of dividend yield, stability, and growth [12] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's ability to grow earnings, despite current challenges, and indicated that the earnings potential remains unchanged [31][32] - The company is navigating a significantly better market than two years ago, but the timing of asset sales and borrower behavior has delayed progress [32][63] - Management believes that the disconnect between book value and share price is inexplicable and is committed to demonstrating the company's value in 2026 [63][64] Other Important Information - The company completed a $1 billion CLO that increased non-recourse financing capacity and is expected to lower financing costs in 2026 [17] - Share buybacks continued in Q4, repurchasing $14.4 million of common stock, contributing $0.05 to book value [18] Q&A Session Summary Question: How should we think about capital allocation this quarter? - Management indicated that they are not slowing down origination but are focusing on a mix of business areas to avoid tight spreads in the market [29][30] Question: Should we expect the dividend reset to be a good baseline for run rate earnings going forward? - Management expects to grow earnings over the next several quarters and aims to return to a higher dividend coverage level [31][32] Question: Will the company have some percentage of capital in direct real estate investments going forward? - Management confirmed that they have multiple equity investments and expect to allocate a slightly higher percentage of capital to equity investments over the next few years [39][40] Question: How is the multifamily volume progressing year to date in 2026? - Management noted that the business is highly sensitive to interest rates, and any movement could significantly impact volume [59] Question: Are most of the repayments behind the company? - Management indicated that they are cycling through the legacy portfolio and expect to continue addressing legacy positions while maintaining a strong credit quality [62][63]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - FBRT reported GAAP net income of $18.4 million, or $0.13 per fully converted common share, with distributable earnings of $17.9 million, or $0.12 per fully converted share [14] - Distributable earnings included $9.8 million of realized losses, with $7.7 million related to debt extinguishments and the balance from REO sales [14][15] - Book value per share ended the quarter at $14.15, reflecting the dividend outpacing earnings [17] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The core portfolio finished Q4 at approximately $4.4 billion, with 77% of loans backed by multifamily assets [21] - During Q4, the company originated 37 loans at a weighted average spread of 284 basis points, with multifamily representing 76% of new loan originations [21] - Agency volume reached $1.1 billion in new loan originations for the quarter, with expectations of $4.5 billion to $5.5 billion in 2026 [18] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Market conditions are improving, with abundant liquidity and tight spreads, the tightest seen since pre-GFC days [12] - Regional banks are slowly returning to the market, particularly in the multifamily space, but the company is cautious about chasing current market spreads [12] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company has transitioned to a commercial real estate investment platform, moving away from being a pure play mortgage REIT, which is expected to provide more earning stability and stronger long-term book value growth [9][11] - The focus is on balancing attractive current income with disciplined book value growth, aiming for sustainable dividend coverage and book value growth [11] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledges that the earnings potential remains strong, with expectations to return to $0.35-$0.36 per share in the future, despite current challenges [30] - The company is navigating a significantly better market than two years ago, but the timing of asset sales and borrower behavior has delayed progress [31][62] Other Important Information - The company has reauthorized a share repurchase program with $50 million available for future repurchases through December 31, 2026 [17] - NewPoint's integration is progressing, with expectations for its distributable earnings contribution to operate at a run rate of approximately $25 million to $33 million per year [18] Q&A Session Summary Question: How should we think about capital allocation this quarter? - The company is focused on origination and has a $1.7 billion under application pipeline, adjusting the mix of origination to avoid chasing tight spreads [28] Question: Should we expect the dividend reset to be a good baseline for run rate earnings going forward? - The company expects to grow earnings over the next several quarters, aiming for a core book size between $4.8 billion and $5 billion by year-end [30] Question: Will there be a percentage of capital in direct real estate investments going forward? - The company has made several equity investments and expects to allocate a slightly higher percentage of capital to equity investments over the next few years, but will remain primarily a debt-focused entity [38] Question: How is the agency business with NewPoint progressing? - The agency business is highly sensitive to interest rates, with expectations for significant volume increases if rates decrease [57]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q4 2025, the company reported distributable earnings of $37 million, or $0.26 per diluted share, while for the full year, distributable earnings totaled $139 million, or $0.98 per diluted share [4] - GAAP net income available to common stockholders was $26 million, or $0.18 per diluted share for Q4, and $114 million, or $0.81 per diluted share for the full year [4] - The total CECL allowance stood at $383 million at year-end, equating to 418 basis points of the loan portfolio's total amortized cost, down from 457 basis points a year ago [6] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company committed $1.3 billion to new loans in Q4, with $1.1 billion funded at close, and completed approximately $200 million of gross add-on fundings for previously closed loans [7] - For the full year, ARI committed $4.4 billion to new loans, with $3.3 billion funded at close and completed about $900 million of gross add-on fundings [7] - Loan repayments and sales totaled $852 million in Q4 and $2.9 billion for the full year, reflecting continued borrower execution and portfolio rotation [8] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Over 60% of the loan portfolio is now represented with post-2022 origination, resulting in an overall growth of the loan portfolio, which increased by approximately $1.6 billion year-over-year on an amortized cost basis [8] - The total loan portfolio at year-end was approximately $8.8 billion by amortized cost, with a weighted average unlevered all-in yield of 7.3% [8] - The weighted average loan-to-value ratio is approximately 59% [8] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on improving run rate, cash flow, and maximizing value at exit, particularly with its real estate owned (REO) portfolio [1] - Management is evaluating options to unlock additional value from an adjacent owned land parcel related to The Brook [2] - The company is exploring strategies to create more value on vacant sites and is implementing cost savings initiatives at its hotel properties to enhance net cash flow [2][20] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management received overwhelmingly positive feedback from investors regarding efforts to unlock value, but there are questions about future capital strategies [11] - The management is currently evaluating specific ideas for future strategies but has not concluded on any particular path yet [13] - The company is considering the timing of monetizing its REO assets based on market conditions and the stabilization of properties [18] Other Important Information - The company ended the year with $151 million of total liquidity and held over $430 million of unencumbered assets [8][9] - Book value per share was $12.14 at year-end, relatively flat compared to the prior quarter [9] Q&A Session Summary Question: Feedback from investors regarding the transaction value and stock trading - Management noted positive feedback from investors but acknowledged questions about future capital strategies and the disconnect between announced book value and stock price [11][12] Question: Options for future strategies and potential plans - Management indicated that there are specific ideas being evaluated but it is too early to conclude on any particular strategy [13][14] Question: Marketing and monetization of REO assets - Management discussed the lease-up progress of The Brook and the assessment of market conditions for potential monetization [18][19] Question: Dividend plans post-portfolio sale - Management envisions paying a Q1 dividend consistent with previous quarters, subject to board approval, and will discuss future dividends as they approach Q2 [26][27]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For the full year 2025, the company reported a GAAP net loss of $1 million or $0.02 per diluted common share, and a distributable earnings loss of $7 million or $0.12 per diluted common share [12] - In Q4 2025, the company reported a GAAP net loss of approximately $4 million or $0.07 per diluted common share, while distributable earnings were approximately $8 million or $0.15 per diluted common share, including a realized gain of $2 million [12][13] - The net debt-to-equity ratio at the end of Q4 was 1.6 times, an increase from 1.1 times in the previous quarter [13][42] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reduced office loans by 30% since year-end 2024 to $447 million, representing 28% of the total loan portfolio, down from 38% at the end of Q3 2025 [5][15] - New loan commitments in Q4 totaled $393 million, contributing to a total loan portfolio of $1.6 billion, a 24% increase from Q3 2025 [13][14] - The company closed 13 new loan commitments totaling $486 million in the second half of 2025, with over 50% collateralized by residential and industrial properties [9] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Ares Real Estate debt platform originated over $9 billion globally in new commitments in 2025, nearly double the amount from 2024 [10] - The company anticipates that the trajectory of earnings may be uneven depending on the resolution of asset issues, but remains confident in its earnings potential [10] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to address risk-rated 4 and 5 loans while reducing office and REO assets, focusing on portfolio reshaping and investment activity [5][10] - The board declared a regular cash dividend of $0.15 per common share for Q1 2026, reflecting confidence in the execution of the business plan [10][20] - The company is focused on maintaining moderate leverage and ample liquidity, with available capital exceeding $100 million [5][19] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted that the commercial real estate market experienced a transition in 2025, with improved conditions in the second half of the year due to easing monetary policy [4] - The company is optimistic about the potential for earnings growth and the resolution of remaining risk-rated loans, despite acknowledging that the timeline for asset resolutions is somewhat outside of their control [21][30] Other Important Information - The total CECL reserve at year-end 2025 was $127 million, representing approximately 8% of the total outstanding principal balance of loans held for investment [18] - The company has increased its borrowing capacity by $250 million and reduced borrowing costs through various actions [19] Q&A Session Summary Question: When will Brooklyn start receiving repayments for the condo project? - Management hopes to see a smooth sales process in the second half of 2026, with proceeds expected to pay down debt [23][24] Question: What is the current debt yield for the Chicago office asset? - Management indicated that while they have not provided a specific yield, the asset's occupancy and lease duration provide some patience for resolution [25][26] Question: Where do you see office exposure balanced by the end of 2026? - The focus remains on resolving risk-rated 4 and 5 loans, with expectations for a more regular cadence of asset repayments moving forward [29][30] Question: Where are the most attractive risk-adjusted returns currently? - Management noted a broad spectrum of opportunities across sectors, with a focus on logistics, industrial, and multifamily segments [34][35] Question: How much higher is ACRE's leverage expected to trend throughout 2026? - Management expects leverage to max out around 2.0 times in the near term, with a long-term target of 3.0 times [41][42] Question: What is the target portfolio size? - Management indicated that achieving a 3.0 debt-to-equity ratio would imply a loan portfolio size of about $2 billion [56]

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Core Viewpoint - The conference call and webcast are being recorded and are the property of Apollo Commercial Real Estate Finance, Inc. Unauthorized broadcasts are prohibited [1] Group 1 - The company emphasizes the importance of the customary safe harbor disclosure regarding forward-looking statements in their press release [2] - The conference call may include forward-looking statements and projections, with a recommendation to refer to the latest SEC filings for factors that could cause actual results to differ [2] - The company does not undertake any obligation to update forward-looking statements unless required by law [2] Group 2 - The call is being transitioned to the Chief Executive Officer, Stuart Rothstein, indicating a shift to discuss company performance and strategy [3]

Core Insights - Walker & Dunlop is expanding its Capital Markets Institutional Advisory presence in South Florida by adding Michael Stepniewski, who will provide localized expertise in financing strategies across all asset classes [1][2] Group 1: Market Dynamics - Miami is experiencing exceptional momentum as a premier institutional market, characterized by rising transaction activity and a robust financing landscape [2] - The company has been actively engaged in the South Florida market, delivering tailored financing solutions and building strong relationships with local investors and sponsors [2] Group 2: Recent Activities - The Capital Markets Institutional Advisory has arranged significant financings in the Miami area, including loans for 1001 Brickell Bay Drive, construction loans for Villa Miami and Cassi Miami, and refinancing for Forma Miami [2] - Over the past several years, the team has completed more than 75 financings throughout South Florida [2] Group 3: Strategic Positioning - Establishing a permanent institutional advisory presence in South Florida is crucial for meeting client needs, supported by strong synergies across the company's platform and deep institutional capital relationships [3] - The expansion will enable Walker & Dunlop to offer a full suite of advisory expertise, enhancing client experience through integrated platforms and timely insights [3] Group 4: Financial Performance - In 2024, Walker & Dunlop's Capital Markets team sourced over $16 billion from non-Agency capital providers, establishing itself as a top advisor across all asset classes [4]

Core Viewpoint - Lument Finance Trust, Inc. has successfully closed a $663.8 million managed Commercial Real Estate Collateralized Loan Obligation (CRE CLO), enhancing its financing capabilities and investment portfolio [1][2]. Group 1: Financial Details - The company placed approximately $585.0 million of investment grade securities with institutional investors, providing term financing on a non-mark-to-market, non-recourse basis [1]. - The CRE CLO includes a 30-month reinvestment period, an advance rate of 88.1%, and a weighted average interest rate at issuance of Term SOFR plus 1.91%, before transaction costs [1]. - The initial collateral pool consists of 32 first lien floating rate mortgage loans secured by 49 multifamily and commercial real estate properties across the United States [2]. Group 2: Collateral and Management - A portion of the collateral was owned by Lument Finance Trust prior to the closing of LMNT 2025-FL3, while the remaining collateral was acquired from an affiliate of Lument Investment Management, LLC, at par plus accrued interest [2]. - The weighted average collateral spread was approximately 321 basis points over one-month SOFR [2]. - J.P. Morgan Securities LLC acted as the sole structuring agent, lead manager, and sole bookrunner for LMNT 2025-FL3, with Citizens JMP Securities, LLC serving as co-manager [3]. Group 3: Company Overview - Lument Finance Trust is focused on investing in, financing, and managing a portfolio of commercial real estate debt investments, primarily in transitional floating rate commercial mortgage loans with an emphasis on middle-market multi-family assets [5].

Core Insights - Walker & Dunlop's annual survey indicates a bullish outlook for affordable housing investment, with optimism for continued growth into 2026 [1][5] Investment Sentiment - 90% of respondents expect an increase in appetite for investments in affordable housing over the next year, a significant rise from 70% in the previous year [6] - 65% of respondents reported an increase in affordable housing investments in the past year, up from 52% last year, indicating strong momentum in the market [6] HUD Effectiveness - 59% of respondents view HUD's performance positively, with 8% rating it as very effective and 51% as effective in supporting affordable housing construction [6] - 18% of respondents felt HUD was neutral, while 18% expressed dissatisfaction with its effectiveness, citing regulatory complexity and funding limitations [6] Economic Policies Impact - 70% of respondents believe economic policies, particularly tariffs, negatively affect affordable housing development due to increased material and labor costs [6] - 17% of respondents were neutral on the impact of tariffs, while 13% did not see them as detrimental, suggesting varied perspectives on cost absorption [6] Tax Bill Changes - Respondents generally believe recent tax bill changes under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) will positively influence affordable housing production over the next five years [6] - 29% expect no or minor impact (0-5% increase), 33% anticipate moderate impact (6-10% increase), and 25% foresee significant or major impact (11%+ increase) [6][9]