The St. Joe pany(JOE) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For Q4 2025, the company reported a 24% increase in revenue and a 58% increase in net income year-over-year [4] - Full year revenue increased by 27% to $513.2 million from $402.7 million, and net income increased by 56% to $115.6 million from $74.2 million [5] - Earnings per share rose to $2 from $1.27, marking the first time the company surpassed $500 million in revenue in 20 years and reached $2 per share in 23 years [6] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Homesite gross margins increased to 51% from 47%, while leasing gross margins rose to 57% from 54% [7] - Hospitality gross margins slightly decreased to 31% from 32%, attributed to opening expenses related to new facilities [7] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company has local and state government approval for 10 Detailed Specific Area Plans (DSAPs), each with at least 1,000 acres of fully entitled mixed-use projects [10] - The residential home site pipeline had approximately 23,900 home sites in various stages of planning, an increase of 2,200 home sites compared to the end of 2024 [10] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to continue growing its recurring revenue, which is seen as a more sustainable and scalable revenue stream compared to pure transactions [38] - Plans for breaking ground on new commercial buildings and an apartment complex in 2026 were discussed, indicating ongoing development efforts [11][10] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the performance of the new Delta flight from New York, indicating it has been performing well and may lead to increased demand for hospitality offerings [46][47] - The company is cautiously optimistic about the progress of the FSU Health Campus, which is expected to be a significant catalyst for the region [25] Other Important Information - The company has accelerated stock repurchases, with $15.1 million spent in Q4 2025, the highest in any quarter of 2025 [5] - The company has a multifaceted capital allocation strategy, with 47% allocated for capital expenditures, 33% for dividends and stock repurchases, and 20% for debt reduction [8] Q&A Session Summary Question: Are there any new multifamily units on the horizon for 2026 or 2027? - Management confirmed plans to break ground on a new apartment complex near the FSU Health campus and is always evaluating opportunities for new hotels and acquisitions [13] Question: Any new developments coming in the near future for the Pier Park area? - Management announced plans for Pier Park East, which will include a family-oriented surf park as a second anchor alongside Topgolf [14][15] Question: Does management still view buybacks as a prudent allocation of capital given the recent share price increase? - Management affirmed that stock buybacks remain a component of their capital allocation strategy, depending on market conditions [16] Question: Can you help break down the 47% year-over-year increase in real estate revenue in Q4? - Management explained that the increase was driven by higher average sales prices and normal land sales, alongside new residuals [19] Question: What are the company's short and long-term goals for the percentage of revenue that is recurring? - Management emphasized the importance of growing recurring revenue as a key part of their business strategy [38] Question: How is AI going to be implemented into the infrastructure of operations inside of St. Joe? - Management stated that they are exploring AI as a tool to improve operational efficiency [39] Question: What is the status and current timing around Pigeon Creek? - Management indicated they are in discussions with a builder for the Pigeon Creek project and are optimistic about moving forward soon [23] Question: Any updates on the Lake amenity or Pigeon Creek neighborhood? - Management confirmed they are in the planning phase for the Lake amenity and are progressing with discussions for Pigeon Creek [22] Question: What is the company's estimate of the average value per unused acre of land in the portfolio? - Management noted that there is no one-size-fits-all number for land value due to various factors affecting developability [40] Question: Is there any new info on West Bay Parkway, Walton segment? - Management expressed satisfaction with the progress of the road and is working closely with planning organizations for further steps [50]