Chicago Atlantic Real Estate Finance, Inc. ( (REFI) ) has released its Q4 earnings. Here is a breakdown of the information Chicago Atlantic Real Estate Finance, Inc. presented to its investors.
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Chicago Atlantic Real Estate Finance, Inc. is a commercial mortgage real estate investment trust specializing in originating senior secured loans primarily to state-licensed cannabis operators in the United States. The company recently announced its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year of 2024, highlighting its disciplined underwriting process and strong liquidity position.
In the fourth quarter of 2024, Chicago Atlantic reported a net interest income of approximately $14.1 million, a slight decrease from the previous quarter. The company’s total loan principal outstanding was $410.2 million, with a portfolio weighted average yield to maturity of 17.2%. The company also entered into a $50 million unsecured term loan to enhance its capital structure.
For the full year 2024, the company achieved a net income of $37 million, with distributable earnings of approximately $40 million. Despite a decrease in net income and distributable earnings compared to the previous year, Chicago Atlantic maintained a strong dividend payout, distributing a total of $2.06 per common share in 2024.
Looking ahead to 2025, Chicago Atlantic aims to maintain a dividend payout ratio of 90% to 100% based on distributable earnings. The company remains focused on leveraging its expertise in the cannabis sector and maintaining strong relationships with borrowers to drive growth and profitability.