Getty Realty (US:GTY)2025-10-23 13:30Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Getty Realty reported over 10% year-over-year growth in annualized base rent and a 5.1% increase in quarterly AFFO per share [6][18] - AFFO per share for Q3 2025 was $0.62, reflecting a 5.1% increase compared to Q3 2024 [18] - For the nine months ended September 30, AFFO per share was $1.80, an increase of 3.5% compared to the prior year period [18] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company invested more than $235 million year-to-date, exceeding full-year activity in 2024, with a focus on drive-thru QSR segment [8][10] - The portfolio included 1,156 net leased properties with an occupancy rate of 99.8% and a weighted average lease term of 9.9 years [13] - The trailing twelve-month tenant rent coverage ratio was consistent at 2.6 times [15] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - 61% of annualized base rent came from the top 50 MSAs, and 77% from the top 100 MSAs [13] - The company has diversified its tenant base by transacting with 10 new tenants in 2025 [8] Company Strategy and Development Direction - Getty Realty aims to acquire well-located convenience and automotive retail properties leased to growing regional and national operators [11] - The company is focused on leveraging its underwriting expertise and real estate selection to support investment decisions and mitigate credit risks [11] - The Board approved a 3.2% increase in the recurring quarterly dividend to $0.485 per share, marking the twelfth consecutive year of dividend growth [12] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed excitement about the platform built over the years, highlighting the ability to deliver strong financial results amid market disruptions [11] - The company is increasing its full-year 2025 AFFO per share guidance to a range of $2.42 to $2.43, up from the previous guidance of $2.40 to $2.41 [22] Other Important Information - The company has no debt maturities until 2028, with a weighted average debt maturity of 4.8 years and a weighted average cost of debt at 4.5% [20] - At quarter end, the company had approximately $375 million in total liquidity, including unsettled forward equity and cash on the balance sheet [21] Q&A Session Summary Question: Thoughts on the health of middle to lower-end consumers regarding drive-thru QSRs - Management noted gaining momentum in the quick-service restaurant sector, which aligns with macroeconomic pressures and offers quality food at competitive price points [24][25] Question: Details on 3Q's environmental expense adjustments - Management explained that previous environmental risks have been alleviated, leading to the removal of certain reserves on the balance sheet [26][27] Question: Engagement timeline with Now and Forever acquisition - The transaction took less than six months, but relationship building can vary from months to years depending on the operator [30][31] Question: Funding plan for upcoming transactions - Management indicated that they typically fund investment activity on the line and settle forward equity towards the end of the quarter to manage leverage [32][33] Question: Update on bad debt and guidance - There have been no rent collection issues this year, with typical bad debt levels around 15 basis points [47] Question: Uptick in requests to substitute assets in master leases - Management stated there has not been an uptick in such requests at this time, with expectations for most profitable leases to remain in the portfolio long-term [49] Question: Underwriting differences for travel centers - Management highlighted that travel centers have a different risk profile, with larger land components and a focus on attracting both professional and recreational drivers [54][56]