Weingarten Realty (NYSE: WRI) announced today the results of its
third quarter ended September 30, 2010. The supplemental financial
package with additional information can be found on the company’s
website under the Investor Relations tab.
Operating and Financial Highlights
- Funds from Operations (“FFO”),
excluding impairments, was $53.6 million or $0.44 per diluted
share. Including the non-cash impairments of $4.9 million or $0.04
per diluted share, FFO for the quarter was $48.7 million or $0.40
per diluted share;
- Same Property Net Operating Income
(“NOI”) increased by 1.2% over the same period a year ago, with
retail properties up 2.0%; and
- Overall occupancy increased to 91.1%
versus 90.8% during the second quarter. Retail occupancy remained
steady ending the quarter at 92.6%, unchanged from the previous
quarter and up 50 basis points from a year ago.
Financial Results
The Company reported net income attributable to common
shareholders of $8.7 million or $0.07 per diluted share for the
third quarter of 2010, as compared to a net loss of $9.4 million or
$0.08 per share for the same period in 2009.
Funds from Operations (“FFO”), a widely accepted supplemental
measurement of REIT performance, on a diluted per-share basis
excluding the non-cash impairment for the quarter ended September
30, 2010, was $0.44 or $53.6 million. Compared to the same quarter
last year, also excluding non-cash impairment charges and gains on
the redemption of convertible senior unsecured notes, net of tax
benefits, was $0.50 per share or $59.3 million. Including these
adjustments, FFO was $48.7 million or $0.40 per share for the third
quarter of 2010 compared to $29.7 million or $0.25 per share for
2009.
A reconciliation of net income attributable to common
shareholders to funds from operations is included on page 5 of our
supplemental package and a full reconciliation of adjusted FFO is
listed on page 46 of the supplemental package.
Operating Results
Same Property Net Operating Income for the company increased by
1.2%, versus a year ago, with retail properties up 2%. These
results are primarily driven by the year over year occupancy
increases and the commencement of junior boxes leased over the last
12 months.
The Company produced strong leasing results again during the
third quarter with 399 new leases and renewals, totaling 1.7
million square feet and representing $19.5 million of annual
revenue. The 399 transactions were comprised of 189 new leases and
210 renewals, which represent annual revenues of $8.7 million and
$10.8 million, respectively.
Retail occupancy was up 50 basis points over the third quarter
2009. Overall for the Company, occupancy increased to 91.1%
compared to 90.8% during the second quarter.
“We are encouraged that our leasing velocity continues to be
good, fallout is decreasing and Same Property NOI is at the top of
our guidance. Our results prove that all of our associates are
focused on improving shareholder value by executing the basics of
leasing and managing our centers,” said Johnny Hendrix, Executive
Vice President and Chief Operating Officer.
Acquisitions
During the quarter, the Company closed on two acquisitions which
totaled $20.5 million and includes:
- Hope Valley Commons, an 81,000 square
foot retail shopping center that was recently developed and is
anchored by Harris Teeter. The center is located in the heart of
the Research Triangle in Durham, NC. Harris Teeter is the premier
grocer in the area and income levels are some of the highest in the
city. The center is currently 93% leased.
- Jupiter Business Park, a 190,000 square
foot warehouse facility in Plano, Texas, is 82% leased. Weingarten
owns another distribution center that is currently 100% occupied
directly across the street from this new acquisition. This
demonstrates the potential upside and strength of the
location.
Subsequent to quarter end, the Company closed on two additional
acquisitions which totaled $40.7 million and includes:
- Desert Village, a 102,000 square foot
retail shopping center located in North Scottsdale, AZ which is
anchored by AJ’s Fine Foods and is 95% leased. AJ’s is a boutique,
high-end supermarket that owns thirteen locations within Arizona.
Average household incomes are $168,000 in this area.
- Stoneridge Shopping Center, a 178,000
square foot retail shopping center located in Moreno Valley, CA.
This property is anchored by Best Buy and Office Max, was acquired
through a joint venture and also includes a Super Target and
Kohl’s, both of which own their facilities. This recently developed
center is currently 88% leased and will be managed by Weingarten
allowing for further upside as occupancy improves.
“Weingarten is excited to bring four high quality assets located
in strategic markets into our portfolio at current returns of
around 7%. Our relationships and expertise in the leasing and
management of assets will create incremental shareholder value
going forward,” said Drew Alexander, President and Chief Executive
Officer.
Financing
The Company’s financial structure continues to remain solid.
Over the course of the year, Weingarten has prudently utilized its
excess cash for acquisitions and the retirement of debt. Going
forward, the Company has its $500 million revolver available to
fund growth opportunities.
Dividend
The Board of Trust Managers declared a common dividend of $0.26
per share during the third quarter of 2010. The dividend is payable
in cash on December 15, 2010 to shareholders of record on December
8, 2010.
The Board of Trust Managers also declared dividends on the
Company’s preferred shares. Dividends related to the 6.75% Series D
Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Shares (NYSE:WRIPrD) are $0.421875
per share for the quarter. Dividends on the 6.95% Series E
Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Shares (NYSE:WRIPrE) are $0.434375
per share for the same period. Dividends on the 6.50% Series F
Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Shares (NYSE:WRIPrF) are $0.40625
per share for the quarter. All preferred dividends are also payable
on December 15, 2010 to shareholders of record on December 8,
2010.
Outlook
The Company raised the range of full year FFO guidance from
$1.58 to $1.70 per diluted share to $1.67 to $1.71, exclusive of
the impairment. Including the non-cash impairments recorded
year-to-date in 2010, FFO guidance would be in the range of $1.50
to $1.54 per share.
“Our performance through third quarter of 2010 reflects
continued improvement. We strongly believe that Weingarten’s local
focus, what we call our 'boots on the ground' approach has enabled
us to achieve these results despite the stressed economic
conditions and we anticipate continuing the momentum as we enter
2011,” said Drew Alexander.
Conference Call Information
The Company also announced that it will host a live webcast of
its quarterly conference call on November 1, 2010 at 9:00 a.m.
Central Time. The live webcast can be accessed via the Company’s
website at www.weingarten.com. Alternatively, if you are not able
to access the call on the web, you can listen live by phone by
calling (877) 763-1324 (conference ID # 99097071). A replay and
Podcast will be available through the Company’s website starting
approximately two hours following the live call.
About Weingarten Realty Investors
Weingarten Realty Investors (NYSE: WRI) is a commercial real
estate owner, manager and developer. At September 30, 2010, the
company owned or operated under long-term leases, either directly
or through its interest in real estate joint ventures or
partnerships, a total of 378 developed income-producing properties
and 10 properties under various stages of construction and
development. The total number of properties includes 307
neighborhood and community shopping centers located in 22 states
spanning the country from coast to coast. The company also owns 78
industrial projects located in California, Florida, Georgia,
Tennessee, Texas and Virginia and three other operating properties
located in Arizona and Texas. At September 30, 2010, the Company’s
portfolio of properties was approximately 70.6 million square feet.
To learn more about the Company’s operations and growth strategies,
please visit www.weingarten.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
Statements included herein that state the Company’s or
Management’s intentions, hopes, beliefs, expectations or
predictions of the future are “forward-looking” statements within
the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995
which by their nature, involve known and unknown risks and
uncertainties. The Company’s actual results, performance or
achievements could differ materially from those expressed or
implied by such statements. Reference is made to the Company’s
regulatory filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission for
information or factors that may impact the Company’s
performance.
Financial Statements Weingarten Realty
Investors (in thousands, except per share amounts)
Three Months Ended Nine Months Ended
September 30, September 30,
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF
INCOME 2010 2009 2010 2009
AND FUNDS FROM OPERATIONS
(Unaudited) (Unaudited) Rentals, net $134,643 $138,175 $404,043
$417,560 Other Income 4,396 4,898 10,893
12,262 Total Revenues 139,039 143,073 414,936
429,822 Depreciation and Amortization 37,297 36,694
111,440 111,485 Operating Expense 25,456 25,506 77,154 75,310 Real
Estate Taxes, net 15,653 18,100 48,976 54,472 Impairment Loss 4,941
32,774 21,002 32,774 General and Administrative Expense 6,443
6,178 19,103 19,198 Total Expenses
89,790 119,252 277,675 293,239
Operating Income 49,249 23,821 137,261 136,583 Interest Expense,
net (36,679 ) (36,431 ) (111,762 ) (115,247 ) Interest and Other
Income, net 3,070 3,596 6,905 8,504 Equity in Earnings (Loss) of
Real Estate Joint Ventures and Partnerships, net 3,455 (4,763 )
9,321 2,783 Gain (Loss) on Redemption of Convertible Senior
Unsecured Notes 16,453 (135 ) 25,311 Gain on Land and Merchant
Development Sales 491 18,619 Benefit (Provision) for Income Taxes
20 (4,332 ) (155 ) (7,039 ) Income (Loss) from Continuing
Operations 19,115 (1,165 ) 41,435 69,514
Operating (Loss) Income from Discontinued Operations (722 ) 12
3,228 Gain on Sale of Property from Discontinued Operations
398 618 7,385 (Loss) Income from Discontinued
Operations (324 ) 630 10,613 Gain on Sale of Property 126
994 968 12,374 Net Income (Loss) 19,241 (495 )
43,033 92,501 Less:
Net Income Attributable to
Noncontrolling Interests
(1,712 ) (20 ) (3,093 ) (2,894 ) Net Income (Loss) Adjusted for
Noncontrolling Interests 17,529 (515 ) 39,940 89,607 Less:
Preferred Share Dividends
(8,869 ) (8,869 ) (26,607 ) (26,607 ) Net Income (Loss)
Attributable to Common Shareholders--Basic $8,660 ($9,384 )
$13,333 $63,000 Earnings Per Common Share--Basic
$0.07 ($0.08 ) $0.11 $0.59 Net Income (Loss)
Attributable to Common Shareholders--Diluted $8,660 ($9,384
) $13,333 $63,000 Earnings Per Common Share--Diluted
$0.07 ($0.08 ) $0.11 $0.59 Funds from
Operations: Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Common Shareholders
$8,660 ($9,384 ) $13,333 $63,000 Depreciation and Amortization
35,261 35,646 105,449 109,446 Depreciation and Amortization of
Unconsolidated Joint Ventures 4,850 4,850 14,795 13,415 Gain on
Sale of Property (114 ) (1,383 ) (1,575 ) (19,736 ) Loss (Gain) on
Sale of Property of Unconsolidated Joint Ventures 1
(4 ) Funds from Operations--Basic $48,657 $29,729
$132,003 $166,121 Funds from Operations Per
Common Share--Basic $0.41 $0.25 $1.10 $1.56
Funds from Operations--Diluted $48,657 $29,729
$132,003 $166,121 Funds from Operations Per Common
Share--Diluted $0.40 $0.25 $1.09 $1.56
Weighted Average Shares Outstanding--Basic 119,978 119,384
119,899 106,186 Weighted Average Shares
Outstanding--Diluted 120,817 119,384 120,710
106,745 September 30, December 31, 2010 2009
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (Unaudited) (Audited)
Property $4,709,820 $4,658,396 Accumulated Depreciation (939,209 )
(856,281 ) Investment in Real Estate Joint Ventures and
Partnerships, net 312,302 315,248 Notes Receivable from Real Estate
Joint Ventures and Partnerships 187,594 317,838 Unamortized Debt
and Lease Costs, net 109,498 103,396 Accrued Rent and Accounts
Receivable, net 88,755 96,372 Cash and Cash Equivalents 31,814
153,584 Restricted Deposits and Mortgage Escrows 61,767 12,778
Other, net 247,740 89,054 Total Assets $4,810,081
$4,890,385 Debt, net $2,574,845 $2,531,847
Accounts Payable and Accrued Expenses 121,375 137,727 Other, net
103,231 114,155 Total Liabilities 2,799,451
2,783,729 Commitments and Contingencies
Preferred Shares of Beneficial Interest 8 8 Common Shares of
Beneficial Interest 3,625 3,615 Accumulated Additional Paid-In
Capital 1,966,882 1,958,975 Net Income Less Than Accumulated
Dividends (117,850 ) (37,350 ) Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss
(22,273 ) (23,958 ) Shareholders' Equity 1,830,392 1,901,290
Noncontrolling Interests 180,238 205,366 Total
Liabilities, Shareholders' Equity and Noncontrolling Interests
$4,810,081 $4,890,385
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