Centuria Industrial REIT (AU:CIP)
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Centuria Industrial REIT
(Sydney:CIP)
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Rating:70Outperform
Price Target:
AU$3.50
▲(9.03% Upside)
Action:Reiterated
Date:05/11/26
The score is driven primarily by solid financial quality (moderate leverage, improving profitability) and a constructive earnings update (upgraded FY26 FFO guidance and strong leasing momentum). Valuation is a key support (low P/E and strong yield), while technicals remain only neutral-to-soft with the price still below longer-term moving averages.
Positive Factors
Strong leasing momentum and high occupancy
Sustained leasing of ~11% of GLA and near-full occupancy materially raises recurring rental income and reduces vacancy risk. High tenancy and meaningful re-leasing activity improve WALE and tenancy quality, supporting durable FFO and distribution stability over the medium term.
Negative Factors
Interest-rate sensitivity and higher interest expense
Elevated financing costs and sensitivity to rate moves directly compress distributable income. Even with hedges, a material portion of debt is exposed to market rates and higher sustained rates would erode FFO margins, constrain cash available for distributions and development over coming quarters.
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Positive Factors
Negative Factors
Strong leasing momentum and high occupancy
Sustained leasing of ~11% of GLA and near-full occupancy materially raises recurring rental income and reduces vacancy risk. High tenancy and meaningful re-leasing activity improve WALE and tenancy quality, supporting durable FFO and distribution stability over the medium term.
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Centuria Industrial REIT (CIP) vs. iShares MSCI Australia ETF (EWA)
Market Cap
AU$1.86B
Dividend Yield4.85%
Average Volume (3M)1.86M
Price to Earnings (P/E)13.1
Beta (1Y)0.51
Revenue Growth2.44%
EPS Growth42.65%
CountryAU
EmployeesN/A
SectorReal Estate
Sector Strength53
IndustryREIT - Industrial
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.22
Shares Outstanding624,388,060
10 Day Avg. Volume1,461,749
30 Day Avg. Volume1,857,496
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.08
Price to Book (P/B)0.80
Price to Sales (P/S)8.49
P/FCF Ratio20.66
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
AU$3.20Price Target Upside-0.21% Downside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering6
EPS Forecast (FY)0.18
Revenue Forecast (FY)AU$207.71M
Centuria Industrial REIT Business Overview & Revenue Model
Company Description
CIP is Australia's largest domestic pure play industrial REIT and is included in the S&P/ASX 200 Index. CIP's portfolio of high-quality industrial assets is situated in key metropolitan locations throughout Australia and is underpinned by a qualit...
How the Company Makes Money
CIP makes money primarily by earning rental income from tenants that lease space in its industrial properties. Lease contracts generally specify base rent payments and may include contractual rent escalations (e.g., periodic increases) and recover...
Centuria Industrial REIT Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Date:Feb 10, 2026
(Q2-2026)
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Next Earnings Date:Aug 05, 2026
Earnings Call Sentiment Positive
The call conveyed strong operational momentum: robust leasing (144,000 sqm), significant re-leasing spreads (44%), a $75m valuation uplift, upgraded FFO guidance ($0.182–$0.185) and positive capital management actions (refinancing, lowered margins, exchangeable notes at 3.5%, buyback activity). At the same time, the business faces headwinds from higher interest expense, a portion of the portfolio being under-rented (c.20%), a near-term FFO drag from vacancy/downtime (~$0.02 per unit), a persistent ~20% trading discount to NTA, and modestly higher gearing. Management highlighted material upside opportunities (under-renting capture, data center optionality and development pipeline) and confidence in funding those via selective sales or buybacks. Overall, positive operational and valuation momentum outweighs the noted challenges, but capital and interest-rate sensitivity remain key risks to monitor.Positive Updates
Strong Leasing Activity and Occupancy
Completed ~144,000 sqm of leasing (~11% of portfolio GLA) in HY26, driving average re-leasing spreads of 44% and increasing portfolio occupancy to 95.7%. Melbourne-specific leasing of ~80,000 sqm (~20% by area) lifted Melbourne occupancy to ~99%.
Negative Updates
Higher Interest Expense and Cost of Debt
Total interest expense increased by ~$4.0m to $32.2m in the half. Forecast average all-in cost of debt for FY26 is 4.9%. Management noted sensitivity where a 50 bps interest move could impact FY26 earnings by ~$0.01–$0.02 per unit.
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Q2-2026 Updates
Positive
Negative
Strong Leasing Activity and Occupancy
Completed ~144,000 sqm of leasing (~11% of portfolio GLA) in HY26, driving average re-leasing spreads of 44% and increasing portfolio occupancy to 95.7%. Melbourne-specific leasing of ~80,000 sqm (~20% by area) lifted Melbourne occupancy to ~99%.
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Company Guidance
Centuria upgraded CIP’s FY26 FFO guidance to $0.182–$0.185 per unit and reiterated distribution guidance of $0.168 per unit; HY26 delivered NPI of $101.2m (+$5m), like‑for‑like NOI +5.1%, occupancy 95.7% (Melbourne ~99%), and ~144,000 sqm leased (~11% of portfolio GLA) generating average re‑leasing spreads of 44% (ex‑cold storage higher) with average tenancy ~7,800 sqm. Management estimates the portfolio is ~20% under‑rented on average (c.60% of expiries to FY29 are under‑rented), with vacancy/downtime reducing FY26 FFO by ~$0.02/unit; valuations rose by $75m (weighted avg cap rate 5.81%) while portfolio value is ~45% below replacement cost. Capital management highlights include $450m of debt refinanced with margins tightened ~10–20bps (all‑in margin ~120bps vs prior ~130–140bps), weighted average debt maturity extended to ~4 years, forecast all‑in cost of debt ~4.9% for FY26, interest expense $32.2m, ~77% of debt hedged, a new $325m exchangeable note at 3.5% coupon (conversion price $4), ~$408m undrawn capacity post‑period, a $60m buyback (≈$36m executed) and ~$270m of divestments since FY23 at ~8% premium—management says improved leasing momentum and data‑center optionality could materially lift earnings and value, noting the stock trades at ~20% discount to NTA.Centuria Industrial REIT Financial Statement Overview
Summary
Income Statement
65
Positive
Balance Sheet
70
Positive
Cash Flow
60
Neutral
| Breakdown | TTM | Jun 2025 | Jun 2024 | Jun 2023 | Jun 2022 | Jun 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Income Statement | ||||||
| Total Revenue | 236.04M | 233.32M | 227.93M | 228.61M | 205.36M | 160.36M |
| Gross Profit | 183.00M | 210.29M | 204.84M | 204.40M | 182.89M | 146.24M |
| EBITDA | 174.49M | 192.03M | 143.59M | 143.68M | 133.22M | 111.79M |
| Net Income | 139.39M | 133.06M | 48.15M | -76.61M | 367.48M | 611.24M |
Balance Sheet | ||||||
| Total Assets | 3.97B | 3.93B | 3.88B | 3.91B | 4.15B | 3.11B |
| Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments | 19.80M | 15.04M | 16.54M | 20.87M | 26.60M | 105.54M |
| Total Debt | 1.42B | 1.36B | 1.33B | 1.29B | 1.37B | 933.28M |
| Total Liabilities | 1.51B | 1.44B | 1.43B | 1.40B | 1.46B | 983.56M |
| Stockholders Equity | 2.47B | 2.49B | 2.46B | 2.51B | 2.69B | 2.12B |
Cash Flow | ||||||
| Free Cash Flow | 85.17M | 95.88M | 95.54M | 14.16M | 111.93M | 83.67M |
| Operating Cash Flow | 85.17M | 95.88M | 95.54M | 97.60M | 111.93M | 83.67M |
| Investing Cash Flow | -52.84M | -6.88M | -40.12M | 83.45M | -822.09M | -851.57M |
| Financing Cash Flow | -36.40M | -90.49M | -59.76M | -186.79M | 631.22M | 856.37M |
Centuria Industrial REIT Technical Analysis
Negative
3.21
Price Trends
2.95
Negative
3.05
Negative
3.19
Negative
Market Momentum
>-0.01
Negative
47.65
Neutral
50.00
Neutral
Evaluating momentum and price trends is crucial in stock analysis to make informed investment decisions. For AU:CIP, the sentiment is Negative. The current price of 3.21 is above the 20-day moving average (MA) of 2.96, above the 50-day MA of 2.95, and above the 200-day MA of 3.19, indicating a bearish trend. The MACD of >-0.01 indicates Negative momentum. The RSI at 47.65 is Neutral, neither overbought nor oversold. The STOCH value of 50.00 is Neutral, not indicating any strong overbought or oversold conditions. Overall, these indicators collectively point to a Negative sentiment for AU:CIP.
Centuria Industrial REIT Peers Comparison
UnderperformOutperform
Sector (65)
Name | Overall Rating | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | ROE | Dividend Yield | Revenue Growth | EPS Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
70 Outperform | AU$1.86B | 13.12 | 5.63% | 4.85% | 2.44% | 42.65% | |
70 Outperform | AU$755.21M | 10.16 | 6.84% | 6.09% | -6.09% | 41.37% | |
67 Neutral | AU$1.26B | -468.16 | -0.16% | 3.17% | 29.04% | -101.11% | |
65 Neutral | $2.17B | 12.19 | 3.79% | 4.94% | 3.15% | 1.96% | |
54 Neutral | AU$2.49B | 10.81 | 6.69% | 6.14% | 33.58% | ― | |
53 Neutral | AU$1.65B | 43.98 | 1.57% | 8.12% | -0.81% | ― | |
43 Neutral | AU$1.88B | -32.26 | -5.08% | ― | 6.77% | -25.64% |
* Real Estate Sector Average
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Centuria Industrial REIT Corporate Events
Centuria Industrial REIT adjusts exchange price on A$325m notes after distribution
Apr 2, 2026
Centuria Industrial REIT, Australia’s largest pure-play industrial REIT, owns a portfolio of high-quality industrial properties in key metropolitan markets and targets income and capital growth for investors through active management. The ve...
Centuria Industrial REIT declares March quarter distribution and keeps DRP suspended
Mar 5, 2026
Centuria Industrial REIT has declared a distribution of 4.20 cents per unit for the quarter ending 31 March 2026, continuing to provide income for investors from its industrial property portfolio. The distribution timetable sets the ex-distributio...
Centuria Industrial REIT Announces Quarterly Distribution for March 2026
Mar 5, 2026
Centuria Industrial REIT has declared a quarterly distribution of AUD 0.042 per fully paid ordinary unit for the period ending 31 March 2026. The distribution will trade ex on 30 March, with a record date of 31 March and payment scheduled for 30 A...
Centuria Industrial REIT director lifts indirect stake through on‑market unit purchases
Feb 27, 2026
Centuria Industrial REIT has disclosed a change in director Roger Dobson’s relevant interests following on-market purchases of units associated with his indirect holdings. Through acquisitions made by his associate Jacqueline Jayne Dobson, h...
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