The chart below shows how BXP performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, BXP sees a -1.64% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a -2.33% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by -0.57%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
Positive
FFO Per Share Results: FFO per share for Q4 was reported at $1.79, aligning with market consensus and expectations.
Leasing Activity Surge: Leasing activity reached over 2.3 million square feet in Q4, marking a 130% increase over the long-term average for the quarter and the fifth largest quarterly leasing total in company history.
Leasing Growth Overview: Total leasing for 2024 exceeded 5.6 million square feet, a 35% increase compared to 2023, with an average lease term of nearly 10 years for 291 leases completed.
Occupancy Rate Increase: The company reported a 50 basis point increase in occupancy to 87.5% for in-service properties, with a leased square footage of 89.4%.
Revenue Increase Drivers: Full year 2024 revenues increased by 4% to $3.4 billion, driven primarily by new developments coming into service.
Negative
Impairment Charges Overview: Non-cash impairment charges of $341 million were recorded in Q4, primarily related to three unconsolidated joint ventures on the West Coast, indicating potential weaknesses in those markets.
FFO Decline Projection: The projected FFO for 2025 is expected to decline by 2% at the high end compared to 2024, primarily due to higher net interest expenses and lower termination income, reflecting ongoing financial pressures.
Stagnant Property Revenue Growth: Same property NOI growth for 2025 is anticipated to be flat, with projections ranging from negative 1% to positive 0.5%, indicating stagnation in revenue growth from existing properties.
Occupancy Rate Decline: The occupancy rate for in-service properties is projected to average between 86.5% to 88% in 2025, which suggests a decline from the current occupancy level of 87.5%, reflecting challenges in leasing activity.
NOI Loss Impact: The loss of $11 million in NOI from the Reston Corporate Center, which is being taken out of service for future development, will negatively impact overall revenue in 2025.
Earnings call transcript: BXP Inc Q4 2024 sees unexpected earnings dip
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