Strong Performance in Timberlands and Real Estate Segments
Despite macroeconomic challenges, PotlatchDeltic reported solid performance driven by Timberlands and Real Estate segments. The Timberlands division exceeded planned harvest volumes due to favorable weather, and the Real Estate segment delivered strong sales with 7,500 acres sold at an average price of $3,100 per acre, including a significant conservation sale.
Record Lumber Shipments
The Wood Products division set a new quarterly record with lumber shipments increasing by 13 million board feet from 290 million in Q1 to 303 million in Q2, attributed to improved seasonal operating conditions and upgrades at the Waldo, Arkansas sawmill.
Significant Share Repurchase
PotlatchDeltic executed the largest share repurchase volume in a single quarter or year since becoming a REIT in 2006, buying back $56 million of common stock at an average price of $39 per share.
Expansion of Solar Opportunities
The company is finalizing negotiations for a new solar option, which would expand their portfolio to approximately 43,000 acres with an estimated net present value of nearly $550 million.