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Alexander & Baldwin (ALEX) Q3 Earnings call transcript Oct 24, 2024

Daily EarningsMonday, Oct 28, 2024 8:26 pm ET

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ALEX --

Alexander & Baldwin, a leading real estate investment trust (REIT) in Hawaii, recently held its third-quarter 2024 earnings call, providing investors and analysts with an update on the company's performance and future prospects. In this analysis, we will focus on key themes and trends, shareholder questions, and sectoral insights from the call.

Operational Excellence and Strategic Acquisitions

Led by CEO Lance Parker and CFO Clayton Chun, Alexander & Baldwin reported a strong quarter, with operational excellence and strategic acquisitions being key highlights. The company executed 71 leases in its improved property portfolio, representing over 182,000 square feet of gross leasable area (GLA) and achieving blended spreads of 15.3% on a comparable basis. This success can be attributed to a focus on leasing activity, which is encouraging for the company's long-term growth prospects.

Furthermore, the company's acquisition of an 81,500-square-foot industrial asset on Oahu for $29.7 million at a going-in cap rate of 5.4% showcases strategic investment opportunities and the company's ability to recycle capital from non-income-producing assets.

Financial Performance and Guidance

Alexander & Baldwin's financial performance was robust, with FFO per share increasing to $0.39 from $0.29 in the same quarter last year. This growth was driven by stronger CRE and corporate performance, as well as the sale of noncore land. The company's balance sheet strength was further fortified by the extension of its revolving credit facility to 2028, providing ample liquidity for future investments.

Looking ahead, the company raised its full-year guidance, signaling confidence in its operational and financial performance. Despite expecting some move-outs in Q4, the company's outlook for 2025 is positive, with a focus on maintaining a strong balance sheet and exploring growth opportunities.

Macroeconomic Environment and Challenges

The call also shed light on the macroeconomic environment in Hawaii, highlighting personal income growth, low unemployment rates, and a recovering tourism sector. However, challenges remain, particularly in the form of vacancies within the company's industrial and office portfolios. The company is actively pursuing re-leasing and repositioning options for these assets, underscoring its proactive approach to managing its property portfolio.

Investor Questions and Analyst Insights

During the Q&A session, analysts probed into various aspects of the company's operations, from leasing spreads and guidance to land sales and joint ventures. These interactions provided valuable insights into the company's strategic priorities and the broader real estate market in Hawaii.

In conclusion, Alexander & Baldwin's third-quarter earnings call presented a positive outlook for the company, highlighting operational excellence, strategic acquisitions, and financial strength. Despite challenges, the company's focus on growth and balance sheet management positions it well for future success. As always, investors and analysts will continue to monitor the company's performance and strategic moves closely.

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04/25

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04/25

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04/25

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04/25

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04/25

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04/25

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04/25

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04/25

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04/25

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04/29

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04/29

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04/29

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04/29

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04/05

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05/11

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05/17

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02/24

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02/21

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02/21

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02/21

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02/21

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02/21

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02/21

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02/21

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02/21

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02/21

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02/21

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02/21

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02/21

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03/21

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03/21

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03/21

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JimmyCheess

03/21

Holding IVZ for long-term growth potential.

Alert-Reveal5217

03/21

Invictus Energy's gas finds are 🔥, but that -13.09% return is a bummer. Holding long-term might balance it out.

ev00rg

03/21

Invictus Energy: high risk, high reward

NoTearsNowOnlyDreams

03/21

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03/21

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southernemper0r

03/21

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03/21

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AlmightyAntwan12

03/21

Gas discoveries huge, but EPS is meh

noobofepicness66

03/22

@AlmightyAntwan12 EPS is just a temp blip.

JobuJabroni

03/21

Mukuyu's high-quality gas-condensate is a big deal. Low-cost processing means more greenbacks. Let's see if they can keep the momentum going.

Manufactured907Luck

03/21

Game-changing gas, but shares are underwhelming—invictus or just invincible to scrutiny

zaneguers

03/21

230mmboe is no joke. 🚀 But Zimbabwean politics got red flag written all over it. High risk, high reward.

Bossie81

03/21

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rubiyan

03/21

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skilliard7

03/21

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tinyraccoon

03/21

Zimbabwe connections could be a game-changer. High-risk, high-reward vibes. Watching closely but not betting the farm yet.

Wanderer_369

03/21

If rates rise, $IVZ might struggle. Diversify with some high-yield div stocks or bonds, just in case.

Anklebreakers10

04/13

China's 6G roadmap? They're not just setting the pace; they're rewriting the race

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04/13

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Woleva30

04/13

@Anklebreakers10 Think they'll hit 2030 targets?

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04/13

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05/06

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04/24

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05/09

There is no freshpet recall or product issues - this article has no fact checking

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05/09

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05/09

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Frozen_turtle__

05/02

Wonder if $MSU will pump after launch. Gotta keep an eye on those crypto sanctions though.

iyankov96

05/02

Crypto gaming could use more mainstream adoption, but those geo restrictions are a bummer.

qw1ns

05/02

50 countries out? That's a huge market share

Sorry-Palpitation-70

05/02

Hope MSU relaxes geo restrictions, else they might miss out on a ton of potential players and revenue.

bobbybobby911

05/02

Sidescrolling MMORPG? MapleStory N's got potential.

neurologique

05/02

Holding $ETH for long. Blockchain gaming is future.

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05/02

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Salt_Yak_3866

05/02

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Such-Ice1325

05/02

MSU's missing out on big bucks, IMO.

fluffnstuff1

05/02

Crypto gaming, no VPN? Tough luck, mates.

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05/02

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05/02

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05/16

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05/17

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05/16

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05/16

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mrpoopfartman

02/06

$ORCL end of week!!!!

Roneffect

02/06

@mrpoopfartman Where do you see ORCL headed next?

HotAspect8894

02/06

$ORCL nice green candle news

MysteryMan526

02/06

$ARM hitting 190 today

Repa24

02/06

$ORCL looking to fill the gap up to around $180 soon

BranchDiligent8874

02/06

$ARM Arm Holdings (ARM) price target upped to $185 at Wells Fargo https://www.streetinsider.com/dr/news.php?id=24305352&gfv=1

Head_Product412

02/06

@BranchDiligent8874 Agreed, $ARM looks bullish.

Booknerdworm

02/06

@BranchDiligent8874 Any other stocks catching your eye?

WellWe11Well

02/06

$ORCL jumping over the 50 ma

Dynasty__93

02/06

@WellWe11Well What’s your target for $ORCL?

Lurking_In_A_Cape

02/06

$ARM

Wanderer_369

02/06

Stargate project = 🚀 for Arm's growth

Aertypro

02/06

Holding $ARM long-term, bullish on AI infra.

Witty-Performance-23

02/06

Arm's play with OpenAI? Pure genius move.

Didntlikedefaultname

02/06

Arm's play here is genius. They're riding the AI wave without betting the farm. Smart diversification.

abdul10000

02/06

Arm's edge compute skills are gold in AI

Beetlejuice_hero

02/06

AI demand = more $$ for Arm. Win-win.

roycheung0319

02/06

Oracle teaming with Arm is a power play.

RamBamBooey

02/06

Arm's play here is smart. They're riding the AI wave and securing their spot in the ecosystem.

priviledgednews

02/06

@RamBamBooey True, Arm's making moves.

Particular-Ad-8433

04/26

Renewable energy = Bitcoin mining goldmine. 💰

oakleystreetchi

04/26

Holding $TSLA for long, but watching Cleanspark's moves.

Glum-Mulberry3776

04/26

@oakleystreetchi I had a chance to get in on Cleanspark early but nah, I went with $TSLA instead. Regret not diversifying more.

PunishedRichard

04/26

@oakleystreetchi How long you been holding $TSLA? Curious if you think Cleanspark could hit similar highs.

Serious_Procedure_19

04/26

40 EH/s? Cleanspark's crushing it. Gotta keep an eye on them.

Interesting_Mix_3535

04/26

@Serious_Procedure_19 Impressive, right?

CrisCathPod

04/26

Tennessee's crypto game strong, Cleanspark's move smart.

Powerballs

04/26

Cleanspark's expansion game is strong. Tennessee's renewables + low regs = win-win. Who else is eyeing $CLSK for long-term gains? 🚀

Middle-Union4265

04/26

@Powerballs Totally agree, renewables boost mining.

NinjaSlowloris

04/26

@Powerballs Think $CLSK can hit ATH soon?

Outrageous-Rate-4080

04/26

Local planners on board means smoother sailing for $CLSK. Less red tape = faster deployment. Smart move, Cleanspark.

Ogulcan0815

04/26

@Outrageous-Rate-4080 Agreed, $CLSK's move looks solid.

Orion_MacGregor

04/26

Holding $CLSK for the growth. New facilities mean increased production. My strategy: ride the wave while it's bullish.

birdflustocks

04/26

Tennessee's embracing crypto like a boss. Renewable energy's a game-changer for mining.

Keroro999

04/26

40 EH/s by 2025? That's beast mode. Wonder how they'll keep scaling without hitting the fan. Anyone else curious?

superbilliam

04/26

Hope they secure approval soon. More Cleanspark, less FOMO.

Fidler_2K

04/26

New facility = more BTC. More BTC = happier hodlers. Tennessee's gonna be a crypto hotspot soon. Watch out, y'all.

Gurkaz_

04/26

Crypto mining in Tennessee = economic boost. New jobs and investments rolling in. Good vibes for the local community.

Snaggle21

04/26

@Gurkaz_ 😂

vivifcgb

04/26

Tennessee's playing the crypto game right. Incentives and renewables could attract more big players. Might diversify my portfolio next.

Sugamaballz69

04/26

40 EH/s? Cleanspark flexing hard in the BTC scene.

statisticalwizard

04/26

Bitcoin mining's energy efficiency is getting better. Cleanspark's focusing on that. Long-term sustainability could be a major edge.

thequietguy_

04/26

@statisticalwizard Sure, but can they keep up?

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