Record FFO Per Share
Funds from operations were $2.21 per share, up 7.8% for the quarter over the prior year, excluding involuntary conversions. This marks a long-term trend of over a decade where quarterly FFO per share has consistently exceeded the prior year's same quarter.
Strong Leasing Performance
Quarter-end leasing was 97.1% with occupancy at 96%. Average quarterly occupancy was 95.9%, despite a 110 basis points decrease from the second quarter of 2024. Re-leasing spreads were 44% GAAP and 30% cash, indicating strong lease renewals.
Diversified Tenant Base
The company has the most diversified rent roll in its sector with the top 10 tenants accounting for only 6.9% of rents, down 90 basis points from last year.
Solid Balance Sheet
Debt to total market capitalization was 14.2%, with an unadjusted debt-to-EBITDA ratio of 3.0x. The interest and fixed charge coverage increased to 16x, indicating strong financial health.
Strategic Investments
Invested $61 million in 2 new properties, raising market ownership in Raleigh to roughly 600,000 square feet, all near the growing Research Triangle Park.