Sila Realty Trust, Inc. Reports Financial Results for the Quarter Ended March 31, 2025

Press release · 05/09 20:50

Sila Realty Trust, Inc. (the “Company”) reported its financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2025. The Company’s total revenue increased by 12% to $123.6 million compared to the same period last year, driven by growth in its core business segments. Net income attributable to common stockholders was $34.1 million, or $0.62 per diluted share, compared to $24.5 million, or $0.45 per diluted share, in the same period last year. The Company’s net asset value per share increased by 10% to $14.35 compared to the same period last year. The Company’s cash and cash equivalents decreased by $15.6 million to $143.1 million, primarily due to the payment of dividends and the repurchase of common stock. The Company’s debt outstanding increased by $10.1 million to $250.1 million, primarily due to the issuance of new debt to fund its business activities.

Overview of the Company’s Financial Performance

The company’s financial performance for the three months ended March 31, 2025 was mixed compared to the same period in 2024. Total rental revenue decreased by 4.7% primarily due to a decline in non-same store rental revenue, which was partially offset by an increase in same store rental revenue. Operating expenses increased by 1.9%, driven by higher same store rental expenses and impairment losses, which were partially offset by lower general and administrative expenses.

Revenue and Profit Trends

Same store rental revenue increased by 1.7% due to new and renewal leasing activity, annual rent escalations, and the acceleration of previously deferred rent. However, non-same store rental revenue declined by 49.6% due to lower lease termination income and the impact of property sales.
Tenant reimbursements for same store properties increased by 12.0% due to higher operating costs, while non-same store tenant reimbursements declined by 58.1% primarily from property sales.
Impairment losses of $3.5 million were recorded during the quarter, compared to no impairment losses in the prior year period.
Interest expense increased by 38.4% due to higher interest rates on the company’s credit facility.

Strengths and Weaknesses

Strengths:

Diversified portfolio of 136 real estate properties with a high occupancy rate of 96.0%
Ability to generate consistent cash flows from operations to fund distributions
Effective interest rate hedging strategy, with 94% of debt fixed

Weaknesses:

Decline in non-same store rental revenue due to lower lease termination income and property sales
Impairment losses on certain properties
Increasing interest expense due to rising interest rates

Outlook

The company expects to have sufficient liquidity to meet its short-term and long-term obligations through a combination of cash flows from operations, borrowings on its credit facility, and potential equity offerings. However, the uncertain macroeconomic environment, including the potential for further interest rate increases, may continue to impact the company’s financial performance. The company remains focused on prudent capital allocation, maintaining a strong balance sheet, and pursuing accretive real estate investments to drive long-term growth.