Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - FFO for the quarter was $1.08 per diluted share, including approximately $0.03 per share of one-time items [20] - Cash same property NOI growth for Q3 was 60 basis points, with real estate tax appeals contributing to 150 basis points of growth [20] - Occupancy improved to 81%, up from 80.8% at the end of Q2 [20] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Over 550,000 square feet of new and renewal leases were signed in Q3, marking the highest third quarter of leasing activity in six years [4] - SOMA assets executed over 95,000 square feet of new and renewal leases this quarter, with tour activity up 170% year over year [5][6] - In life sciences, 84,000 square feet of leases were signed to date, with significant demand from biotech companies [9][10] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Office demand in San Francisco reached a post-pandemic high of nearly 9 million square feet, up from approximately 7 million square feet last quarter [4] - The XBI index is up more than 20% year to date, indicating strong performance in the biotech sector [9] - Over 2 million square feet of sublease space has been taken off the market in San Francisco, indicating a sustained recovery [36] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focusing on capturing growing demand across markets and ensuring assets are well-positioned to outperform [8] - The acquisition of Maple Plaza in Beverly Hills for $205 million marks a strategic investment in a high-demand area [12] - The Flower Mart project is being redesigned with multiple development scenarios submitted to the city's planning department [15][74] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted improving workplace norms and a resurgence in leasing activity driven by AI and tech companies [3] - The company anticipates modest occupancy improvement in Q4 due to accelerated rent commitments [21] - Management raised the 2025 FFO outlook to a range of $4.18 to $4.24 per share, reflecting positive updates in leasing and occupancy [22][23] Other Important Information - The company completed the sale of a four-building campus in Silicon Valley for gross proceeds of $365 million [12] - The company is actively engaged in discussions with potential tenants for the KOP2 project, indicating a robust future pipeline [11][66] Q&A Session Summary Question: Thoughts on retention for expirations and occupancy commencement - Management indicated a remaining expiration pool of about 970,000 square feet for 2026, with limited opportunities for additional renewals [29][30] Question: Competitive positioning in San Francisco - Management noted a shift in tenant preferences towards impactful space, with strong demand from larger tenants returning to the market [32][35] Question: Update on KOP leasing activity and demand - Management reported strong momentum in leasing activity, with a focus on biotech and related sectors, and confidence in exceeding leasing goals [38][40] Question: Insights on Noy House lease and rent contribution - Management clarified that the Noy House lease will impact occupancy, but strong interest is expected for the space due to its high-quality build-out [45][46] Question: Capital allocation strategy and priorities - Management emphasized a disciplined approach to capital allocation, evaluating opportunities for investment and potential stock buybacks [71][72]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - FFO for the quarter was $1.13 per diluted share, including approximately $0.11 per share of one-time items [10] - Cash same property NOI growth in the second quarter was 4.50%, with one-time items contributing 3.00% [10] - Occupancy at the end of the second quarter was 80.8%, down from 81.4% at the end of the first quarter [10][11] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company is under contract to sell land at 20 Sixth Street in Los Angeles for $41 million, and completed the sale of 501 Santa Monica for $40 million [6][7] - The Flower Mart project remains the largest investment in the future development pipeline, currently entitled for a 2,300,000 square foot primarily office project [3][4] - GAAP releasing spreads were negative 11.2% in the second quarter, while cash releasing spreads were negative 15.2% [13] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company expects a modest decline in occupancy in the third quarter, primarily due to the addition of two redevelopment projects [12] - The spread between leased and occupied space increased to 2.70%, a 100 basis point improvement year over year [13] - The company is seeing a widening of the types of buyers evaluating office assets, indicating growing conviction in the West Coast office recovery [21] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to monetize non-income producing land and concentrate investments in areas with robust demand drivers [5][6] - The strategy includes selling operating properties valued favorably relative to expectations for fundamentals [5] - The company is actively working on redesigning the Flower Mart project to allow for a broader mix of uses and earlier development phases [3][4] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management remains optimistic about positive net absorption in the fourth quarter, supported by significant lease commencements [12] - The company is closely monitoring the impact of AI on office space requirements, noting both job losses and new job creation [44][46] - Management has raised the 2025 FFO outlook to a range of $4.05 to $4.15 per share, reflecting updated expectations for capitalization at the Flower Mart [14][15] Other Important Information - The company has a total buyback authorization of approximately $400 million, which has not yet been utilized [22] - The company is under contract to sell a four-building campus in Silicon Valley for $365 million, with occupancy expected to decline significantly by 2026 [7][8] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you talk about the type of buyers and valuation discussions? - Management noted a variety of buyers including institutional and high net worth individuals, with depth across different types of opportunities [18][19] Question: Can you provide more detail on KOP2 activity? - Management expressed encouragement regarding leasing activity at KOP, with a focus on life science and healthcare tenants [24][25] Question: How do you view the impact of AI on office space? - Management highlighted the dual dynamics of job losses in traditional tech and new job creation driven by AI, with a positive outlook for markets like San Francisco [44][46] Question: What is the status of the Flower Mart project? - Management indicated ongoing constructive discussions with the city regarding project modifications, with expectations for updates in the coming quarters [60][62] Question: How is the company addressing lease expirations for 2026? - Management acknowledged a focus on addressing lease expirations, with expectations for some larger vacates in the first half of 2026 [32][33]