Core Insights - Extra Space Storage (EXR) is expected to report second-quarter 2025 results on July 30, with anticipated year-over-year revenue growth and stable funds from operations (FFO) per share [1][8] Financial Performance - In the last reported quarter, EXR achieved a core FFO per share surprise of 2.04%, driven by increased revenues from higher occupancy, although high interest expenses negatively impacted results [2][5] - The Zacks Consensus Estimate for quarterly property rental revenues is $716.45 million, up from $697.1 million year-over-year, while tenant insurance revenues are projected to rise to $86.35 million from $83.71 million [4][5] - Total revenues for the second quarter are estimated to increase by 3.1% year-over-year, attributed to brand strength and acquisitions [5][8] Market Dynamics - The self-storage industry is characterized by its need-based and recession-resilient nature, with low capital expenditure requirements and high operating margins, contributing to EXR's revenue growth [3] - EXR operates in a highly fragmented market with intense competition, which affects its ability to raise rents and may impact earnings due to increased discounting [5][8] Interest Expenses and Projections - Interest expenses are projected to rise by 4.9% year-over-year in the second quarter, which is expected to weigh on FFO per share, projected to remain unchanged at $2.06 [6][8] - The company's current Earnings ESP is 0.00%, indicating uncertainty in predicting a surprise in core FFO per share for the upcoming quarter [7][9]