Dec 31, 2024

Orion Office REIT Q4 2024 Earnings Report

Orion Office REIT reported a decline in revenue and a larger net loss in Q4 2024 due to higher impairments and lower rental income.

Key Takeaways

Orion Office REIT posted Q4 2024 revenue of $38.4 million, down from $43.8 million in the prior year. The company reported a net loss of $32.8 million, driven by higher impairments and reduced occupancy. Core FFO declined to $10.2 million, while Adjusted EBITDA stood at $16.6 million. The company continued to execute on its strategy to transition toward dedicated-use assets, including a key acquisition in California.

Total revenue declined 12.3% YoY to $38.4 million.

Net loss widened to $32.8 million from $16.2 million in Q4 2023.

Core FFO declined to $10.2 million, or $0.18 per share.

Adjusted EBITDA fell to $16.6 million from $24.7 million in Q4 2023.

Total Revenue
$38.4M
Previous year: $43.8M
-12.2%
EPS
$0.18
Previous year: $0.33
-45.5%
Core FFO
$10.2M
Previous year: $18.5M
-44.9%
Gross Profit
$11.6M
Previous year: $3.25M
+257.3%
Cash and Equivalents
$15.6M
Previous year: $22.5M
-30.6%
Total Assets
$1.34B
Previous year: $1.42B
-6.1%

Orion Office REIT

Orion Office REIT

Forward Guidance

Orion expects to stabilize Core FFO in 2025, with a focus on increasing dedicated-use asset exposure and optimizing expenses.

Positive Outlook

  • Core FFO per share guidance set between $0.61 and $0.70.
  • Projected general and administrative savings of $1.0 million annually.
  • Portfolio transition toward dedicated-use assets continues.
  • Leasing pipeline remains strong with robust activity expected in 2025.
  • Expected capital improvements to enhance tenant retention.

Challenges Ahead

  • Higher interest expense impacting profitability.
  • Continued pressure on rental income due to lower occupancy.
  • Potential for further asset impairments in transitioning portfolio.
  • Market uncertainty regarding office demand.
  • Execution risk related to asset sales and reinvestment strategy.