Strong Investment Performance
Essential Properties invested $334 million at a weighted average cash yield of 7.9% and a GAAP yield of 9.7% during the second quarter, with the majority being sale leasebacks.
Increased Guidance
The company raised its 2025 AFFO per share guidance to a range of $1.86 to $1.89, indicating an 8% growth at the midpoint.
Healthy Portfolio Metrics
Same-store rent growth was 1.4% with an occupancy rate of 99.6%. The weighted average lease term was 14 years, and the tenant credit trends remained healthy.
Significant Liquidity and Low Leverage
The company has $1.3 billion of liquidity with a pro forma leverage of 3.5x, positioning it well for future investments without needing additional equity.
Successful Disposition Strategy
Sold 23 properties for $46.2 million in net proceeds with a 7.3% weighted average cash yield, highlighting the strategy of owning fungible liquid properties.