Pending Sale of New Zealand Business
Rayonier announced an agreement to sell its New Zealand joint venture interest to the Rohatyn Group for $710 million. This move aligns with the company's strategy to focus on core U.S. operations and is expected to close in 2025.
Shareholder Returns Strategy
Rayonier plans to use at least 50% of the New Zealand sale proceeds to reduce leverage and return capital to shareholders through share repurchases and a special dividend of $1 to $1.4 per share, similar to their 2024 dividend.
Pacific Northwest Timber Performance
The Pacific Northwest Timber segment reported an adjusted EBITDA increase to $6 million, despite an 18% decrease in harvest volumes, due to higher net stumpage realizations and lower costs.
Real Estate Segment Prospects
Despite a slow start, the Real Estate segment is expected to have an active second half of 2025 with strong buyer interest and a robust transaction pipeline.