Kilroy Realty(KRC) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported FFO of $0.97 per diluted share in Q4 2025, with occupancy ending the year at 81.6%, reflecting a 60 basis point sequential improvement [24] - Cash same-property NOI growth was negative 7.2% in Q4, primarily due to a sizable restoration fee recognized in Q4 2024, which detracted 350 basis points from current year growth [24] - The 2026 FFO guidance range is set at $3.25-$3.45 per diluted share, with average occupancy expected to decline to 76%-78% [26][27] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Fourth quarter leasing totaled approximately 827,000 sq ft, marking the strongest performance in six years, leading to full-year leasing of approximately 2.1 million sq ft, a significant year-over-year increase [4][5] - Key leasing highlights included a 93,000 sq ft lease with the Fitler Club in Hollywood and a 316,000 sq ft lease with UCSF at Kilroy Oyster Point Phase Two [6][8] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company experienced the healthiest level of office demand since 2019, with a forward leasing pipeline growing by more than 65% over the last year [6] - In San Francisco, premium sublease space is nearly gone, with 47% of the 32% availability not transacted since 2021, indicating a recovery in the market [42][60] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on driving leasing across its operating and development portfolios while monetizing non-core assets and redeploying proceeds into select opportunities [4][15] - The acquisition of Nautilus for $192 million strengthens the company's presence in the life science sector, positioning it to capture demand across West Coast markets [14][15] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the leasing environment, particularly in San Francisco, where new business formation is driving demand [81] - The company anticipates a robust M&A environment in the life science sector, with expectations for continued growth in leasing activity [8][9] Other Important Information - The company successfully completed the sale of several non-core assets, including the Sunset Media Center for $61 million and Kilroy Sabre Springs for $125 million, exceeding its goal for land parcel dispositions [12][13][14] - The anticipated yield at Kilroy Oyster Point Phase Two is now in the mid-5% range, approximately 100 basis points below the original underwriting [11] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you discuss the UCSF anchor lease and its late commencement? - Management indicated that the UCSF lease is part of a new development project in shell condition, requiring time for build-out and space planning [34][35] Question: What are the retention expectations for the 1.05 million sq ft expiring in 2026? - Management expects substantial move-outs from this pool but has already backfilled about 140,000 sq ft and anticipates an additional 50,000-100,000 sq ft in potential renewals [50][51] Question: What is the competitive landscape for KOP and potential monetization? - Management remains committed to the long-term growth potential of KOP, emphasizing the value created in phase one and the strategic leasing efforts in phase two [76][77]