Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total consolidated revenues during the fourth quarter were $22.8 million, largely flat year-over-year [36] - Consolidated hospitality revenue increased 6.5% during the quarter, while overall hospitality revenue grew 12.8% [22][37] - Fourth quarter net loss attributable to common stockholders was $41.6 million, representing an increased loss of $5.6 million or 16% versus the comparable period in 2023 [44] - Non-GAAP adjusted net loss attributable to common stockholders for the fourth quarter was $19.2 million, representing an improvement of $8.8 million or more than 31% versus the comparable period in 2023 [45] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Same-store hospitality revenues were down 3.5%, primarily due to underperformance at the Tin Building [22][37] - Rental revenues were up nearly 15% during the quarter, primarily due to the benefit of the Alexander Wang lease [39] - The hospitality segment's operating income was down year-over-year due to higher operating expenses and payroll [38] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Seaport's Tin Building launched in late 2022 but has not been profitable, requiring immediate focus for improvement [9] - The Rooftop at Pier 17 concert series brings approximately 200,000 visitors to the Seaport each year, while the new partnership with Meow Wolf is expected to drive over 1 million visitors annually [15][16] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to create a premier real-estate centric hospitality and entertainment company, focusing on the Seaport Neighborhood in New York City [7] - A significant priority is to optimize the utilization of existing vacancies within Pier 17 and the Cobblestones [12] - The company is exploring options for the development site at 250 Water Street, including potential partnerships or outright sales [26] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about executing identified areas for improvement and finding unique growth opportunities [53] - The company anticipates headwinds for hospitality revenue growth in the first quarter of 2025 due to strategic reductions in operating hours [38] - Management is committed to providing more robust portfolio detail and operational metrics to help the investment community measure progress [51] Other Important Information - The company completed a rights offering in October, generating net proceeds of approximately $167 million, which was more than two times oversubscribed [47] - The company has engaged a leading investment sales team to explore different options for the 250 Water Street site [26] Q&A Session Summary Question: What is the expected impact of the A's move to Las Vegas on the Aviators? - Management believes it will be a long-term benefit, enhancing community support and providing fans with the opportunity to see future stars [28] Question: How will the company utilize cash on the balance sheet? - A portion will be used to absorb operating losses, while significant amounts will be allocated for landlord work, tenant improvement allowances, and leasing commissions [48][49]
Seaport Entertainment Group Inc.(SEG) - 2024 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript