Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported an 8% growth in AFFO per share, while total revenue increased modestly by 1% and adjusted EBITDA decreased by 2% due to challenging market dynamics [8][9][28] - The annual AFFO per share guidance was reduced to a range of $3.2 to $3.4 from the previous range of $3.4 to $3.6 [9][16] - Adjusted EBITDA guidance was revised down to a range of $1,290 million to $1,340 million from $1,350 million to $1,400 million [16][17] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Global Warehousing segment experienced a 4% decline in total NOI to $367 million, with same warehouse revenue down 3% [23] - The Global Integrated Solutions segment saw a 2% increase in revenue to $380 million and an 8% increase in NOI to $68 million, with an NOI margin improvement of 100 basis points to 17.9% [25] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Same warehouse NOI was down 6% year over year, reflecting elevated inventory levels from the previous year [9] - The company noted a sequential improvement in same store NOI from $336 million to $343 million during Q2 [9] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on driving competitive differentiation through customer success, leveraging network effects, and enhancing warehouse productivity [19][20] - The rollout of the LINO F technology is expected to accelerate, with double-digit productivity improvements already observed [11][21] - The company aims to consolidate facilities in markets with excess capacity to drive higher occupancy and efficiency [20] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the core business despite current market challenges, citing high food prices, interest rates, and tariff impacts as ongoing concerns [9][12] - The company anticipates a seasonal uplift in occupancy in the second half of the year, although it has adjusted expectations for the magnitude of this uplift [14][33] - Management emphasized the importance of internal initiatives and customer relationships in driving future growth [87][90] Other Important Information - The company completed a $500 million investment-grade bond offering, which has been well received by investors [11][27] - The company has deployed $535 million in growth capital, including agreements with Tyson Foods and smaller acquisitions [11] Q&A Session Summary Question: Why did the company not revise guidance earlier despite tracking well? - Management indicated that occupancy guidance changed due to a delay in typical seasonal uplift, which was observed later than usual [31][33] Question: What are the arguments for low occupancy and throughput? - Management noted that high food prices and value-seeking behavior from consumers are impacting inventory levels, which have been under pressure for years [35][36] Question: Can you provide updates on the LINOS pilot program? - Management reported double-digit productivity improvements across the six implemented LINOS sites, with plans for broader rollout [40][41] Question: What is driving the AFFO decline expected in Q3? - The decline is primarily attributed to maintenance CapEx seasonality, with expectations for increased occupancy and same store NOI [89][109] Question: How does the company view inventory levels going forward? - Management believes inventories are at a low point but does not expect significant improvement in the short term due to ongoing consumer pressures [82][84]