Financial Performance Highlights - Net income decreased by 32% to $23 million in Q2'25 compared to $33 million in Q2'24, and decreased by 72% to $06 million YTD compared to $20 million YTD, largely due to professional fees related to a transaction and lower net interest income [6] - Pro rata NOI increased by 7% to $191 million in Q2'25 compared to $178 million in Q2'24, and increased by 5% to $97 million YTD compared to $92 million YTD [6] - Pro rata revenue increased to $13997 million in Q2'25 from $13309 million in Q2'24, and increased to $27426 million YTD in 2025 from $26127 million YTD in 2024 [8] Segment Performance - Multifamily segment pro rata NOI increased by 1% to $4737 million in Q2'25 compared to Q2 2024, and increased by 2% to $9367 million YTD compared to YTD 2024, primarily due to improved occupancy at The Verge and Dock 79 [6, 11, 12] - Industrial and Commercial segment NOI decreased by 15% to $1010 million in Q2'25 compared to Q2 2024, and decreased to $2149 million YTD compared to YTD 2024, primarily due to an eviction and lease expirations [6, 15, 16] - Mining Royalty Lands segment NOI increased by 21% to $3665 million in Q2'25 compared to Q2 2024, and increased by 20% to $6949 million YTD compared to YTD 2024, primarily due to a reduction in royalty payments in the prior year [6, 21] Development and Strategic Initiatives - Amended the Company's Credit Agreement with Wells Fargo, establishing a five-year, $50 million revolver at SOFR + 225% [6] - Entered a JV with Strategic Real Estate Partners to develop 377892 square feet of industrial space in Lake County, FL [6] - Development activity continues with construction started on Lakeland, FL (200000 sq ft warehouse), Davie, FL (182000 sq ft warehouse redevelopment), and "Woven" – Greenville, SC (214 multifamily units and 14000 retail sq ft multifamily development) in Q2 '25 [10, 27]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For Q1 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 Q1 2024 [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] - The company maintains its guidance for core FFO of $0.86 to $0.89 for 2025, with unchanged NOI guidance for the Observatory at $97 million to $102 million [28][29] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The commercial portfolio leased a total of 231,000 square feet in Q1 2025, including significant renewals and expansions with notable tenants [13][14] - The Manhattan office portfolio is 93% leased, with a slight decrease from 94.2% in the previous quarter, but the company expects occupancy gains by year-end 2025 [13][19] - The multifamily portfolio achieved 99% occupancy with 8% year-over-year rent growth in Q1 2025 [16] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The leasing environment in New York City remains active, particularly for modernized buildings near mass transit, with the company achieving its fifteenth consecutive year of positive mark to market rent spreads [9][16] - The Observatory generated NOI of approximately $15 million, with visitation down 0.6% year over year, attributed to weather conditions and the timing of the Easter holiday [9][28] - Approximately 50% of Observatory visitors are domestic, with no single region contributing more than 10% of total visitation, indicating a broad international exposure [11] 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 [12][72] - The company is well-positioned to navigate economic uncertainties due to its diversified income streams and strong balance sheet, allowing for flexibility in leasing and maintenance [7][22] - The company actively underwrites deals across retail, multifamily, and office sectors, with a focus on New York City, and is prepared to act on opportunities to enhance growth [25][26] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledges potential macroeconomic risks but remains optimistic about the company's strong position due to long-term leases and a diverse tenant base [6][7] - The company is focused on maintaining operational excellence and controlling costs while monitoring external factors that could impact tourism and economic growth [21][22] - Management emphasizes the importance of transparency and adaptability in the current uncertain environment, particularly regarding tourism and consumer behavior [21][22] Other Important Information - The company repaid $100 million in Series A unsecured notes and $120 million in revolving credit facility balance during the quarter, maintaining a proactive approach to managing its balance sheet [23] - The company has the lowest leverage among New York City-focused REITs at 5.2 times net debt to EBITDA as of quarter-end [23] Q&A Session Summary Question: How are leasing conversations unfolding with different tenant categories? - Management noted no change in lease negotiations across various tenant categories in the last sixty days, indicating strong activity and interest [33][34] Question: What is the expected trend for CapEx in the coming years? - Management provided insights on CapEx, indicating a reduction in leasing commissions and building improvements as the portfolio stabilizes, with a good run rate expected moving forward [35][38] Question: How is the Williamsburg leasing progressing? - Management reported strong activity in Williamsburg, with high interest from recognizable brand names and a 94% lease rate across the retail portfolio [40][43] Question: How does the company prioritize capital allocation opportunities? - Management emphasized a balanced approach to capital allocation, focusing on operating runway and potential investment opportunities while being measured in share buybacks [44][45] 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 declines in tourism [56][57]