Mar 31

Public Storage Q1 2025 Earnings Report

Public Storage reported stable Q1 results, with Core FFO slightly up despite foreign exchange losses.

Key Takeaways

Public Storage delivered a resilient performance in Q1 2025, supported by contributions from acquisitions and development projects, even as net income declined due to FX headwinds.

Core FFO per share increased 2.2% YoY to $4.12.

Net income declined to $358,230,000 due to foreign exchange losses.

Same Store net operating income remained flat with a 77.1% margin.

Acquired 9 facilities and opened 3 new ones, expanding capacity by 0.7 million sq ft.

Total Revenue
$1.18B
Previous year: $1.16B
+2.2%
EPS
$4.12
Previous year: $4.03
+2.2%
Avg Same Store Occupancy
91.5%
Previous year: 92.1%
-0.7%
Rent per Occupied Sq Ft
$22.5
Previous year: $22.3
+0.6%
Same Store Margin
77.1%
Cash and Equivalents
$287M
Previous year: $272M
+5.7%
Total Assets
$19.6B
Previous year: $19.6B
+-0.0%

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Forward Guidance

Public Storage expects modest growth in Core FFO and continued expansion despite regulatory headwinds and inflationary pressure.

Positive Outlook

  • Core FFO per share guidance between $16.35 and $17.00.
  • Ongoing development expected to add 3.7 million sq ft.
  • Strong balance sheet supports further acquisitions.
  • New ancillary revenue growth opportunities.
  • High cash retention enabling self-funded growth.

Challenges Ahead

  • Los Angeles and Ventura County pricing limitations negatively impact revenue.
  • Expense growth expected between 2.5% and 4.0%.
  • FX volatility poses ongoing risk to earnings.
  • Flat to negative same store NOI guidance.
  • Higher interest expenses projected at $285,000,000.