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Jun 30, 2023
Whitestone Q2 2023 Earnings Report
Whitestone's Q2 2023 results reflect strong operational performance with increased revenue, occupancy, and GAAP leasing spreads, offset by higher litigation and interest expenses.
Key Takeaways
Whitestone REIT reported a strong operational quarter with revenue increasing by 4.2% and occupancy rising to 93.3%. GAAP leasing spreads were 32.2% on new leases and 16.2% on renewal leases. However, FFO per share was reduced by approximately $0.03 due to litigation expenses, impacting full year FFO guidance.
Revenue increased by 4.2% compared to the second quarter of 2022.
Occupancy rose to 93.3%.
GAAP leasing spreads were 32.2% on new leases and 16.2% on renewal leases.
EBITDAre remained steady at $19.2 million.
Forward Guidance
The Company has updated its 2023 full-year guidance for net income attributable to Whitestone REIT and FFO per share to include the impact of the second quarter operating results and higher estimated litigation costs.
Positive Outlook
- Same store net operating income growth 2.5% - 4.5%
- Bad debt as a percentage of revenue 0.75% - 1.50%
- Ending occupancy 93.5% - 94.5%
Challenges Ahead
- Net income attributable to Whitestone REIT $21,500 - $23,600
- FFO $45,750 - $47,850
- Net income attributable to Whitestone REIT per share $0.43 - $0.47
- FFO per diluted share and OP Unit $0.90 - $0.94
- Interest expense $31,700 - $33,200
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