Stratus Properties Explores Strategic Alternatives, Sells Kingwood Place for $60.8M Expected to Yield $26M
Stratus Properties announced that its board has initiated a process to explore strategic alternatives to maximize shareholder value with the assistance of outside, independent financial and legal advisors. The board intends to consider a comprehensive range of alternatives, including but not limited to the sale of Stratus, a plan of dissolution and liquidation, further share repurchases and other strategic or financial transactions. Stratus also announced that it has entered into an agreement to sell Kingwood Place for $60.8M. Kingwood Place is Stratus' H-E-B-anchored, mixed-use development project in Kingwood, Texas. If the sale is completed, it is expected to generate estimated pre-tax net cash proceeds of approximately $26M, after selling costs and payment of the project loan. The sale, if completed, is expected to close in Q1 of 2026, following expiration of the inspection period during which the buyer may terminate the contract and subject to satisfaction of closing conditions. The board has not set a timetable for the conclusion of its evaluation, nor has it made any decisions related to any potential strategic alternatives at this time. There can be no assurance as to the outcome of this process, or if a transaction does occur, the timing of any such transaction. Stratus does not intend to comment further on this process until it deems further disclosure is appropriate or necessary.
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Stratus Properties Initiates Strategic Review, Sells Kingwood Place for $60.8 Million
- Strategic Review Initiated: Stratus Properties' Board has launched a strategic review process with external advisors to explore various options aimed at maximizing shareholder value, potentially including a company sale or further share repurchases.
- Asset Sale: Stratus announced the sale of Kingwood Place for $60.8 million, with expected pre-tax net cash proceeds of approximately $26 million after selling costs and project loan payments, indicating the high value of its assets.
- Cash Flow Enhancement: This transaction will further bolster Stratus' cash flow, supporting future investments and shareholder return strategies, reflecting the company's successful track record in asset sales.
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