Alexander & Baldwin(ALEX) - 2025 Q3 - Earnings Call Transcript

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported a third quarter NOI of $32.8 million, reflecting a 1.2% increase year-over-year, primarily driven by higher base rent [8] - Same-store NOI was $31.9 million for the quarter, a 60 basis point increase year-over-year [8] - Third quarter FFO per share for CRE and corporate was $0.30, up $0.02 or 7.1% from the same quarter last year [8][9] - Total company FFO for the quarter was $0.29 per share, which included an operating loss of $298,000 from land operations [9] - G&A expenses were $6.1 million for the quarter, approximately $1.4 million lower than the same period last year [9] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The CRE portfolio experienced same-store NOI growth of 0.6% for the quarter [5] - The company executed 49 leases in its improved property portfolio, representing approximately 164,000 square feet of GLA and $3.3 million of ABR [7] - Lease occupancy was 95.6%, which is 160 basis points higher compared to the third quarter of last year [7] - Economic occupancy at quarter end was 94.3%, 130 basis points higher than the same period last year [7] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company noted increased momentum in the Hawaii investment market, with three large portfolios being marketed for sale [7] - The company is actively pursuing acquisition opportunities aligned with its long-term growth strategy [7] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on executing its strategy to drive long-term value for shareholders, with a positive full-year outlook and raised FFO guidance [5][12] - Internal growth initiatives include the development of new buildings at Kumuana Industrial Park and Maui Business Park, expected to generate significant annual NOI upon stabilization [6][10] - The company is also exploring external growth through acquisitions, with a focus on larger assets and portfolios [41] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the full-year outlook, citing strong portfolio performance and better-than-expected expense management [12] - The company anticipates that the $6.4 million of ABR from SNO leases will start impacting earnings within 9 to 12 months [15] - Management acknowledged challenges from tenant move-outs earlier in the year but noted that all have been backfilled [35] Other Important Information - The company plans to declare a fourth quarter 2025 dividend in December, with payment in January [10] - The sale of three floors at Kaka'ako Commerce Center is expected to generate $24.1 million in proceeds, which will be recycled into acquisition properties via a 1031 exchange [10] Q&A Session Summary Question: When will the $6.4 million of ABR from the SNO leases start to impact earnings? - Management indicated that normal SNO typically becomes economic over 9 to 12 months, with specific projects expected to contribute in Q1 of next year [15] Question: Has the asset for the $24 million purchase option been identified? - Management stated that the asset has not yet been determined, but they are actively underwriting opportunities in the market [16] Question: What is the expected G&A for the fourth quarter? - Management expects an uptick in G&A in the fourth quarter due to timing differences and transaction-related costs [17] Question: Is the sale of the two floors at Kaka'ako common in other properties? - Management noted that this structure is unique to Kaka'ako and not common in their other properties [22] Question: What is the expected impact of land operations on future earnings? - Management indicated that absent land sales, there could be a modest loss in the Land Operations division [27] Question: What are the expected cap rates for the portfolios being marketed? - Management refrained from discussing specific cap rates but indicated a general expectation of 5% to 6% cap type deals in the market [51][52] Question: What is the status of the Lono Center office property? - Management confirmed that they are actively looking to dispose of the Lono Center as it is considered a non-strategic asset [53]