Strong Leasing Activity
For the full year, the company entered 58 new and renewal leases totaling 6.1 million square feet at weighted average rental rates that were 18.2% higher than prior rates, resulting in an increase of $8.2 million in annualized rental revenue.
Hawaii Portfolio Performance
During the fourth quarter, new leasing activity in Hawaii accounted for 148,000 square feet at rental rates that were 43% higher than prior rents with a weighted average lease term of 21.3 years.
Positive Financial Performance
Normalized FFO for the year increased by 12.1% compared to 2023, while adjusted EBITDAre increased by 2.2% to $335.6 million.
Successful Debt Management
The company exercised a one-year extension option for a $1.2 billion floating rate loan, resulting in a $2.2 million decrease in fourth-quarter interest expense.
High Tenant Satisfaction
The Kingsley Survey showed that the portfolio exceeded the industry benchmark in management satisfaction, leasing satisfaction, renewal intentions, and overall satisfaction, with 34 properties receiving the Kingsley Excellence Award.