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17-07-2025
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Choice Properties Real Estate Investment Trust Reports Results for the Six Months Ended June 30, 2025
Article content TORONTO — Choice Properties Real Estate Investment Trust ('Choice Properties' or the 'Trust') (TSX: today announced its consolidated financial results for the three and six months ended June 30, 2025. The 2025 Second Quarter Report to Unitholders is available in the Investors section of the Trust's website at and has been filed on SEDAR+ at Article content 'Choice Properties delivered another solid quarter, reflecting the strength of our portfolio and disciplined financial strategy,' said Rael Diamond, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Trust. 'Robust demand for our grocery-anchored retail and well-located industrial assets supported our performance, and we advanced our strategic priorities through $427 million in transactions that further strengthened our position.' Article content 2025 Second Quarter Highlights Article content Reported a net loss for the quarter of $154.2 million compared to net income of $513.2 million in the same prior year period. The loss in the current quarter is primarily due to an unfavourable fair value adjustment in the Trust's Exchangeable Units (1). Reported FFO (2) per unit diluted of $0.265, an increase of 3.9% compared to the same prior year period. Period end occupancy remained strong at 97.8%: Retail at 97.8%, Industrial at 98.0%, and Mixed-Use & Residential at 95.4%. Achieved leasing spreads (3) on long-term renewals of 13.2% and 38.9% in the Retail and Industrial portfolios, respectively. Same-Asset NOI on a cash basis (2) increased by 1.4% compared to the same prior year period. Retail increased by 1.7%; Industrial increased by 0.2%. Growth in the industrial segment was impacted by a bad debt provision reversal in the prior year following the resolution of a tenant dispute. Excluding bad debt expense, industrial increased by 4.2%; Mixed-Use & Residential increased by 1.6%. Completed $427.1 million of transactions in the quarter: Acquired an industrial distribution centre in Ajax, ON from Loblaw for a purchase price of $182.9 million. Concurrent with the transaction, the property was leased back to Loblaw. Acquired eight industrial outdoor storage sites located across Canada for a purchase price of $162.0 million. Disposed of nine industrial sites located in Calgary, AB for proceeds of $73.4 million. Acquired a mixed-use parcel in Toronto, ON for $6.0 million and disposed of a retail property in Halifax, NS for $2.8 million. Transferred $13.9 million of properties under development to income producing status, delivering approximately 30,900 square feet of new commercial GLA (including 6,900 square feet associated with a ground lease) on a proportionate share basis (2) through retail intensifications. Invested $34.2 million of capital in development projects on a proportionate share basis (2). Maintained healthy and stable debt metrics with Adjusted Debt to EBITDAFV (2) of 7.2x, Adjusted Debt to Total Assets (2) at 40.8%, and Interest Coverage ratio (2) of 3.3x. Maintained a strong liquidity position with approximately $1.3 billion of available credit and a $13.5 billion pool of unencumbered properties. Article content Subsequent Events Article content Subsequent to quarter end, Choice Properties and Loblaw renewed 39 of a tranche of 41 leases expiring in 2026, comprising 2.52 million of 2.62 million square feet, at a weighted average spread of 8.6% and a weighted average extension term of 5.0 years. Article content (i) Exchangeable Units are required to be classified as financial liabilities at fair value through profit and loss under GAAP. They are recorded at their fair value based on the market trading price of the Trust Units, which results in a negative impact to the financial results when the Trust Unit price rises and a positive impact when the Trust Unit price declines. (ii) Fair value gains (losses) excluding Exchangeable Units includes adjustments to fair value of investment properties, investment in real estate securities, and unit-based compensation. (iii) Includes Trust Units and Exchangeable Units. Article content Quarterly Results Article content Choice Properties reported a net loss of $154.2 million for the second quarter of 2025 compared to net income of $513.2 million in the same prior year period. The decrease of $667.5 million was primarily due to changes in certain non-cash adjustments to fair value including: Article content a $736.2 million unfavourable change in the adjustment to fair value of the Trust's Exchangeable Units due to the increase in the Trust's unit price; partially offset by a $65.5 million favourable change in the adjustment to fair value of investment properties; and a $37.0 million favourable change in the adjustment to fair value of the investment in real estate securities of Allied, driven by the change in Allied's unit price in the quarter. Article content In addition to the fair value changes described above, the reversal of a $38.6 million transaction related provision during the second quarter of 2024 further contributed to the decrease. The decrease was partially offset by higher net operating income of $9.4 million. Article content Year-to-Date Results Article content Choice Properties reported a net loss of $250.5 million for the six months ended June 30, 2025 compared to net income of $655.5 million in the same prior year period. The decrease of $906.0 million was primarily due to changes in certain non-cash adjustments to fair value including: Article content a $1,040.9 million unfavourable change in the adjustment to fair value of the Trust's Exchangeable Units due to the increase in the Trust's unit price; partially offset by a $96.8 million favourable change in the adjustment to fair value of investment properties; and a $57.6 million favourable change in the adjustment to fair value of the investment in real estate securities of Allied, driven by the change in Allied's unit price in the quarter. Article content In addition to the fair value changes described above, the reversal of a $38.6 million transaction related provision during the second quarter of 2024 further contributed to the decrease. The decrease was partially offset by higher net operating income of $15.4 million. Article content Quarterly and Year-to-Date Results Article content For the three and six months ended June 30, 2025, Same-Asset NOI, Cash Basis (2) increased by $3.4 million and $10.1 million, respectively, compared to the same prior year primarily due to increased revenue from higher rental rates on renewals, new leasing, and contractual rent steps mainly in the retail and industrial portfolios. The increase was partially offset by the impact of a bad debt provision reversal in the prior year in the industrial portfolio following the resolution of a tenant dispute. In addition, the increase for the six month period included a property tax incentive recognized in the mixed-use and residential portfolio in the first quarter of 2025. Article content FFO (2) increased by $6.9 million and $10.6 million for the three and six months ended June 30, 2025, respectively. The increase was primarily due to an increase in net operating income and lower general and administrative expenses, partially offset by higher interest expense and lower interest income. Article content AFFO (2) decreased by $9.7 million and $2.5 million for the three and six months ended June 30, 2025, respectively. The decrease was primarily due to the earlier commencement of maintenance capital projects in the current year, partially offset by the increase in FFO (1) as noted above. AFFO is impacted by the seasonality inherent in the timing of executing capital projects. Article content Outlook Article content We are focused on capital preservation, delivering stable and growing cash flows and net asset value appreciation. Our high-quality portfolio is primarily leased to necessity-based tenants and logistics providers, who are less sensitive to economic volatility and therefore provide stability to our overall portfolio. We will continue to advance our development program, with a focus on commercial developments, which provides us with the best opportunity to add high-quality real estate to our portfolio at a reasonable cost and drive net asset value appreciation over time. Article content We are confident that our business model, stable tenant base, strong balance sheet, and disciplined approach to financial management will continue to benefit us. In 2025, Choice Properties is targeting: Article content Stable occupancy across the portfolio, resulting in approximately 2%-3% year-over-year growth in Same-Asset NOI, Cash Basis; Annual FFO per unit diluted in a range of $1.05 to $1.06, reflecting approximately 2%-3% year-over-year growth; and Strong leverage metrics, targeting Adjusted Debt to EBITDAFV below 7.5x. Article content Non-GAAP Financial Measures and Additional Financial Information Article content In addition to using performance measures determined in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards ('IFRS' or 'GAAP'), Choice Properties also measures its performance using certain non-GAAP measures, and provides these measures in this news release so that investors may do the same. Such measures and related per-unit amounts are not defined by IFRS and therefore should not be construed as alternatives to net income or cash flows from operating activities determined in accordance with IFRS. Furthermore, the supplemental measures used by management may not be comparable to similar measures presented by other real estate investment trusts or enterprises. The non-GAAP measures included in this news release are defined and reconciled to the most comparable GAAP measure below. Choice Properties believes these non-GAAP financial measures provide useful information to both management and investors in measuring the financial performance and financial condition of the Trust for the reasons outlined below. Article content Non-GAAP Measure Description Proportionate Share Represents financial information adjusted to reflect the Trust's equity accounted joint ventures and financial real estate assets and its share of net income (loss) from equity accounted joint ventures and financial real estate assets on a proportionately consolidated basis at the Trust's ownership percentage of the related investment. Management views this method as relevant in demonstrating the Trust's ability to manage the underlying economics of the related investments, including the financial performance and cash flows and the extent to which the underlying assets are leveraged, which is an important component of risk management. Net Operating Income ('NOI'), Accounting Basis Defined as property rental revenue including straight-line rental revenue, reimbursed contract revenue and lease surrender revenue, less direct property operating expenses and realty taxes, and excludes certain expenses such as interest expense and indirect operating expenses in order to provide results that reflect a property's operations before consideration of its financing or the costs of operating the entity in which it is held. Management believes that NOI is an important measure of operating performance for the Trust's commercial real estate assets that is used by real estate industry analysts, investors and management, while also being a key input in determining the fair value of the Choice Properties portfolio. NOI, Cash Basis Defined as property rental revenue and reimbursed contract revenue, excluding straight-line rental revenue and lease surrender revenue, less direct property operating expenses and realty taxes, and excludes certain expenses such as interest expense and indirect operating expenses in order to provide results that reflect a property's operations before consideration of its financing or the costs of operating the entity in which it is held. Management believes NOI, Cash Basis is a useful measure in understanding period-over-period changes in income from operations due to occupancy, rental rates, operating costs and realty taxes. Same-Asset NOI, Cash Basis and Same-Asset NOI, Accounting Basis Same-Asset NOI is used to evaluate the period-over-period performance of those commercial properties and stabilized residential properties, owned and operated by Choice Properties since January 1, 2024, inclusive. NOI from properties that have been (i) purchased, (ii) disposed, (iii) subject to significant change as a result of new development, redevelopment, expansion, or demolition, or (iv) residential properties not yet stabilized (collectively, 'Transactions') are excluded from the determination of Same-Asset NOI. Same-Asset NOI, Cash Basis, is useful in evaluating the realization of contractual rental rate changes embedded in lease agreements and/or the expiry of rent-free periods, while also being a useful measure in understanding period-over-period changes in NOI due to occupancy, rental rates, operating costs and realty taxes, before considering the changes in NOI that can be attributed to Transactions and development activities. Funds from Operations ('FFO') Calculated in accordance with the Real Property Association of Canada's ('REALPAC') Funds From Operations (FFO) & Adjusted Funds From Operations (AFFO) for IFRS issued in January 2022. Management considers FFO to be a useful measure of operating performance as it adjusts for items included in net income (or loss) that do not arise from operating activities or do not necessarily provide an accurate depiction of the Trust's past or recurring performance, such as adjustments to fair value of Exchangeable Units, investment properties, investment in real estate securities, and unit-based compensation. From time to time, the Trust may enter into transactions that materially impact the calculation and are eliminated from the calculation for management's review purposes. Management uses and believes that FFO is a useful measure of the Trust's performance that, when compared period over period, reflects the impact on operations of trends in occupancy levels, rental rates, operating costs and realty taxes, acquisition activities and interest costs. Adjusted Funds from Operations ('AFFO') Calculated in accordance with REALPAC's Funds From Operations (FFO) & Adjusted Funds From Operations (AFFO) for IFRS issued in January 2022. Management considers AFFO to be a useful measure of operating performance as it further adjusts FFO for capital expenditures that sustain income producing properties and eliminates the impact of straight-line rental revenue. AFFO is impacted by the seasonality inherent in the timing of executing property capital projects. In calculating AFFO, FFO is adjusted to exclude straight-line rental revenue and deduct expenditure relating to internal leasing activities and property capital projects. Working capital changes, viewed as short-term cash requirements or surpluses, are deemed financing activities pursuant to the methodology and are not considered when calculating AFFO. Capital expenditures which are not deducted in the calculation of AFFO comprise those which generate a new investment stream, such as constructing a new retail pad during property expansion or intensification, development activities or acquisition activities. Accordingly, AFFO differs from FFO in that AFFO excludes from its definition certain non-cash revenues and expenses recognized under GAAP, such as straight-line rental revenue, but also includes capital and leasing costs incurred during the period which are capitalized for GAAP purposes. From time to time, the Trust may enter into transactions that materially impact the calculation and are eliminated from the calculation for management's review purposes. AFFO Payout Ratio AFFO payout ratio is a supplementary measure used by Management to assess the sustainability of the Trust's distribution payments. The ratio is calculated using cash distributions declared divided by AFFO. Earnings before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, Amortization and Fair Value ('EBITDAFV') Defined as net income (loss) attributable to Unitholders, reversing, where applicable, income taxes, interest expense, amortization expense, depreciation expense, adjustments to fair value and other adjustments as allowed in the Trust Indentures, as supplemented. Management believes EBITDAFV is useful in assessing the Trust's ability to service its debt, finance capital expenditures and provide distributions to its Unitholders. Total Adjusted Debt Defined as variable rate debt (construction loans, mortgages, and credit facility) and fixed rate debt (senior unsecured debentures, construction loans and mortgages), as measured on a proportionate share basis, and does not include the Exchangeable Units which are included as part of unit equity on account of the Exchangeable Units being economically equivalent and receiving equal distributions to the Trust Units. Total Adjusted Debt is presented on a net basis to include the impact of other finance charges such as debt placement costs and discounts or premiums, and defeasance or other prepayments of debt. Net Asset Value ('NAV') NAV is an alternative measurement of equity. It is calculated by summing Unitholder's Equity and the fair value of the Trust's Exchangeable Units. Under GAAP, Exchangeable Units are considered debt. The Exchangeable Units are not required to be repaid and the holder of these units has the right to convert them into Units, therefore management considers the Exchangeable Units to be equivalent to equity. NAV is a useful measure as it reflects management's view of the intrinsic value of the Trust. NAV per unit allows management to determine if the Trust is trading at a discount or premium to its intrinsic value. Adjusted Debt to EBITDAFV and Adjusted Debt to EBITDAFV, net of cash Calculated as Total Adjusted Debt divided by EBITDAFV. This ratio is used to assess the financial leverage of Choice Properties, measure its ability to meet financial obligations, and provide a snapshot of its balance sheet strength. Management also presents this ratio with Total Adjusted Debt calculated net of cash and cash equivalents at the measurement date. Article content Three Months Six Months Net Operating Income Rental revenue $ 350,779 $ 25,496 $ 376,275 $ 697,691 $ 50,630 $ 748,321 Property operating costs (99,223 ) (7,614 ) (106,837 ) (200,286 ) (15,444 ) (215,730 ) 251,556 17,882 269,438 497,405 35,186 532,591 Other Income and Expenses Interest income 9,028 (2,893 ) 6,135 20,689 (7,203 ) 13,486 Investment income 5,315 — 5,315 10,630 — 10,630 Fee income 738 — 738 3,208 — 3,208 Net interest expense and other financing charges (148,957 ) (6,818 ) (155,775 ) (295,146 ) (13,677 ) (308,823 ) General and administrative expenses (14,976 ) — (14,976 ) (29,713 ) — (29,713 ) Share of income from equity accounted joint ventures 5,720 (5,720 ) — 21,875 (21,875 ) — Amortization of intangible assets (250 ) — (250 ) (500 ) — (500 ) Adjustment to fair value of unit-based compensation (875 ) — (875 ) (893 ) — (893 ) Adjustment to fair value of Exchangeable Units (364,124 ) — (364,124 ) (601,596 ) — (601,596 ) Adjustment to fair value of investment properties 93,486 (2,451 ) 91,035 123,444 7,569 131,013 Adjustment to fair value of investment in real estate securities 9,093 — 9,093 119 — 119 Loss before Income Taxes (154,246 ) — (154,246 ) (250,478 ) — (250,478 ) Income tax expense (1 ) — (1 ) (2 ) — (2 ) Net Loss $ (154,247 ) $ — $ (154,247 ) $ (250,480 ) $ — $ (250,480 ) Article content The following table reconciles net income, as determined in accordance with GAAP, to net income on a proportionate share basis (2) for the three and six months ended June 30, 2024: Article content Three Months Six Months Net Operating Income Rental revenue $ 335,388 $ 22,864 $ 358,252 $ 673,346 $ 46,314 $ 719,660 Property operating costs (93,195 ) (8,041 ) (101,236 ) (191,300 ) (16,287 ) (207,587 ) 242,193 14,823 257,016 482,046 30,027 512,073 Residential Inventory Income Gross sales — — — 11,268 — 11,268 Cost of sales — — — (9,234 ) — (9,234 ) — — — 2,034 — 2,034 Other Income and Expenses Interest income 15,275 (6,147 ) 9,128 25,034 (8,075 ) 16,959 Investment income 5,315 — 5,315 10,630 — 10,630 Fee income 625 — 625 1,326 — 1,326 Net interest expense and other financing charges (146,204 ) (4,813 ) (151,017 ) (288,488 ) (11,176 ) (299,664 ) General and administrative expenses (17,200 ) — (17,200 ) (31,838 ) — (31,838 ) Share of income from equity accounted joint ventures 1,370 (1,370 ) — 6,088 (6,088 ) — Amortization of intangible assets (250 ) — (250 ) (500 ) — (500 ) Transaction costs and other related expenses 38,615 — 38,615 38,615 — 38,615 Adjustment to fair value of unit-based compensation 1,288 — 1,288 2,069 — 2,069 Adjustment to fair value of Exchangeable Units 372,039 — 372,039 439,323 — 439,323 Adjustment to fair value of investment properties 28,035 (2,493 ) 25,542 26,670 (4,688 ) 21,982 Adjustment to fair value of investment in real estate securities (27,870 ) — (27,870 ) (57,511 ) — (57,511 ) Income before Income Taxes 513,231 — 513,231 655,498 — 655,498 Income tax recovery — — — 12 — 12 Net Income $ 513,231 $ — $ 513,231 $ 655,510 $ — $ 655,510 Article content The following table reconciles net (loss) income, as determined in accordance with GAAP, to Net Operating Income, Cash Basis for the periods ended as indicated: Article content For the periods ended June 30 ($ thousands) Three Months Six Months 2025 2024 Change $ 2025 2024 Change $ Net (Loss) Income $ (154,247 ) $ 513,231 $ (667,478 ) $ (250,480 ) $ 655,510 $ (905,990 ) Residential inventory income — — — — (2,034 ) 2,034 Interest income (9,028 ) (15,275 ) 6,247 (20,689 ) (25,034 ) 4,345 Investment income (5,315 ) (5,315 ) — (10,630 ) (10,630 ) — Fee income (738 ) (625 ) (113 ) (3,208 ) (1,326 ) (1,882 ) Net interest expense and other financing charges 148,957 146,204 2,753 295,146 288,488 6,658 General and administrative expenses 14,976 17,200 (2,224 ) 29,713 31,838 (2,125 ) Share of income from equity accounted joint ventures (5,720 ) (1,370 ) (4,350 ) (21,875 ) (6,088 ) (15,787 ) Amortization of intangible assets 250 250 — 500 500 — Transaction costs and other related expenses — (38,615 ) 38,615 — (38,615 ) 38,615 Adjustment to fair value of unit-based compensation 875 (1,288 ) 2,163 893 (2,069 ) 2,962 Adjustment to fair value of Exchangeable Units 364,124 (372,039 ) 736,163 601,596 (439,323 ) 1,040,919 Adjustment to fair value of investment properties (93,486 ) (28,035 ) (65,451 ) (123,444 ) (26,670 ) (96,774 ) Adjustment to fair value of investment in real estate securities (9,093 ) 27,870 (36,963 ) (119 ) 57,511 (57,630 ) Income tax expense (recovery) 1 — 1 2 (12 ) 14 Net Operating Income, Accounting Basis – GAAP 251,556 242,193 9,363 497,405 482,046 15,359 Straight-line rental revenue 570 1,434 (864 ) 937 1,173 (236 ) Lease surrender revenue (74 ) (1,224 ) 1,150 (158 ) (3,773 ) 3,615 Net Operating Income, Cash Basis – GAAP 252,052 242,403 9,649 498,184 479,446 18,738 Adjustments for equity accounted joint ventures and financial real estate assets 16,347 14,165 2,182 32,285 28,755 3,530 Article content The following table reconciles net (loss) income, as determined in accordance with GAAP, to Funds from Operations for the periods ended as indicated: Article content For the periods ended June 30 Three Months Six Months ($ thousands except where otherwise indicated) 2025 2024 Change $ 2025 2024 Change $ Net (Loss) Income $ (154,247 ) $ 513,231 $ (667,478 ) $ (250,480 ) $ 655,510 $ (905,990 ) Add (deduct) impact of the following: Amortization of intangible assets 250 250 — 500 500 — Transaction costs and other related expenses — (38,615 ) 38,615 — (38,615 ) 38,615 Adjustment to fair value of unit-based compensation 875 (1,288 ) 2,163 893 (2,069 ) 2,962 Adjustment to fair value of Exchangeable Units 364,124 (372,039 ) 736,163 601,596 (439,323 ) 1,040,919 Adjustment to fair value of investment properties (93,486 ) (28,035 ) (65,451 ) (123,444 ) (26,670 ) (96,774 ) Adjustment to fair value of investment properties to proportionate share (2) 2,451 2,493 (42 ) (7,569 ) 4,688 (12,257 ) Adjustment to fair value of investment in real estate securities (9,093 ) 27,870 (36,963 ) (119 ) 57,511 (57,630 ) Interest otherwise capitalized for development in equity accounted joint ventures 2,340 3,069 (729 ) 4,836 5,577 (741 ) Exchangeable Units distributions 76,189 75,199 990 151,718 149,739 1,979 Internal expenses for leasing 2,163 2,579 (416 ) 4,573 5,067 (494 ) Income tax expense (recovery) 1 — 1 2 (12 ) 14 Funds from Operations $ 191,567 $ 184,714 $ 6,853 $ 382,506 $ 371,903 $ 10,603 FFO per unit – diluted $ 0.265 $ 0.255 $ 0.010 $ 0.528 $ 0.514 $ 0.014 Weighted average number of units outstanding – diluted (i) 723,810,797 723,659,539 151,258 723,790,848 723,664,669 126,179 (i) Includes Trust Units and Exchangeable Units. Article content For the periods ended June 30 Three Months Six Months ($ thousands except where otherwise indicated) 2025 2024 Change $ 2025 2024 Change $ Funds from Operations $ 191,567 $ 184,714 $ 6,853 $ 382,506 $ 371,903 $ 10,603 Add (deduct) impact of the following: Internal expenses for leasing (2,163 ) (2,579 ) 416 (4,573 ) (5,067 ) 494 Straight-line rental revenue 570 1,434 (864 ) 937 1,173 (236 ) Straight-line rental revenue adjustment to proportionate share (2) (1,535 ) (658 ) (877 ) (2,901 ) (1,272 ) (1,629 ) Property capital (12,171 ) (2,606 ) (9,565 ) (12,600 ) (7,000 ) (5,600 ) Direct leasing costs (2,316 ) (2,024 ) (292 ) (3,775 ) (3,196 ) (579 ) Tenant improvements (5,487 ) (1,369 ) (4,118 ) (8,814 ) (4,395 ) (4,419 ) Operating capital expenditures adjustment to proportionate share (2) (1,520 ) (312 ) (1,208 ) (3,570 ) (2,400 ) (1,170 ) Adjusted Funds from Operations $ 166,945 $ 176,600 $ (9,655 ) $ 347,210 $ 349,746 $ (2,536 ) AFFO per unit – diluted $ 0.231 $ 0.244 $ (0.013 ) $ 0.480 $ 0.483 $ (0.003 ) AFFO payout ratio – diluted (i) 83.5 % 77.9 % 5.6 % 79.9 % 78.3 % 1.6 % Distribution declared per unit $ 0.193 $ 0.190 $ 0.003 $ 0.384 $ 0.378 $ 0.006 Weighted average number of units outstanding – diluted (ii) 723,810,797 723,659,539 151,258 723,790,848 723,664,669 126,179 (i) AFFO payout ratio is calculated as cash distributions declared divided by AFFO. (ii) Includes Trust Units and Exchangeable Units. Article content The following table reconciles Net Asset Value (2) as at the dates indicated below: Article content ($ thousands except where otherwise indicated) As at June 30, 2025 As at December 31, 2024 Change $ Unitholders' equity $ 4,521,720 $ 4,899,800 $ (378,080 ) Exchangeable Units 5,885,346 5,283,750 601,596 NAV (2) $ 10,407,066 $ 10,183,550 $ 223,516 NAV (2) per unit $ 14.38 $ 14.07 $ 0.31 Trust Units and Exchangeable Units, end of period 723,810,797 723,710,497 100,300 Article content Management's Discussion and Analysis and Consolidated Financial Statements and Notes Article content Information appearing in this news release is a select summary of results. This news release should be read in conjunction with the Choice Properties 2025 Second Quarter Report to Unitholders, which includes the unaudited interim period condensed consolidated financial statements and MD&A for the Trust, and is available at and on SEDAR+ at Article content Conference Call and Webcast Article content Management will host a conference call on Friday, July 18, 2025 at 10:00 AM (EDT) with a simultaneous audio webcast. To access via teleconference, please dial +1 (240) 789-2714 or +1 (888) 330-2454 and enter the event passcode: 4788974. The link to the audio webcast will be available on Article content Choice Properties is a leading Real Estate Investment Trust that creates enduring value through places where people thrive. Article content We are more than a national owner, operator and developer of high-quality commercial and residential real estate. We believe in creating spaces that enhance how our tenants and communities come together to live, work, and connect. This includes our industry leadership in integrating environmental, social and economic sustainability practices into all aspects of our business. In everything we do, we are guided by a shared set of values grounded in Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence. For more information, visit Choice Properties' website at and Choice Properties' issuer profile at Article content Cautionary Statements Regarding Forward-looking Statements Article content This news release contains forward-looking statements relating to Choice Properties' operations and the environment in which the Trust operates, which are based on management's expectations, estimates, forecasts and projections. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks and uncertainties that are difficult to control or predict. Therefore, actual outcomes and results may differ materially from those expressed in these forward-looking statements. Readers, therefore, should not place undue reliance on any such forward-looking statements. Further, a forward-looking statement speaks only as of the date on which such statement is made. Management undertakes no obligation to publicly update any such statement, to reflect new information or the occurrence of future events or circumstances, except as required by law. Article content Numerous risks and uncertainties could cause the Trust's actual results to differ materially from those expressed, implied or projected in the forward-looking statements, including those described in Section 12 'Enterprise Risks and Risk Management' of the Trust's MD&A for the year ended December 31, 2024 and those described in the Trust's Annual Information Form for the year ended December 31, 2024. Article content Article content Article content
National Post
16-07-2025
- Business
- National Post
Choice Properties Real Estate Investment Trust Declares Cash Distribution for the Month of July, 2025
Article content Not for distribution to U.S. News Wire Services or dissemination in the United States. Article content TORONTO — Choice Properties Real Estate Investment Trust ('Choice Properties') (TSX: announced today that the trustees of Choice Properties have declared a cash distribution for the month of July, 2025 of $0.064167 per trust unit, representing $0.77 per trust unit on an annualized basis, payable on August 15, 2025 to Unitholders of record at the close of business on July 31, 2025. Article content Article content About Choice Properties Real Estate Investment Trust Article content Choice Properties is a leading Real Estate Investment Trust that creates enduring value through places where people thrive. Article content We are more than a national owner, operator and developer of high-quality commercial and residential real estate. We believe in creating spaces that enhance how our tenants and communities come together to live, work, and connect. This includes our industry leadership in integrating environmental, social and economic sustainability practices into all aspects of our business. In everything we do, we are guided by a shared set of values grounded in Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence. Article content Article content Article content Article content Article content Contacts Article content
Yahoo
09-07-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Mercedes-Benz High-Power Charging Named Preferred EV Charging Provider for Federal Realty
Federal Realty names Mercedes-Benz its preferred charging provider in a collaboration between two premium brands. Mercedes-Benz expects to install over 500 ultra-fast charging stalls accessible to all drivers regardless of vehicle brand. First locations expected to go live in 2026 and will ensure a cohesive customer experience nationwide. NEW YORK, July 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Mercedes-Benz High-Power Charging (HPC) and Federal Realty Investment Trust (NYSE:FRT) today announced a first-of-its-kind strategic agreement naming Mercedes-Benz the preferred EV charging provider across Federal Realty's best-in-class retail portfolio. The collaboration establishes a scalable foundation to deliver an expected 500 new, ultra-fast charging stalls—accessible to all drivers, regardless of vehicle brand. The initial rollout will begin with 20 locations across Federal's national portfolio, including Camelback Colonnade in Phoenix, AZ; Lawrence Park Shopping Center in Broomall, PA; and Shops at Pembroke Gardens in Pembroke Pines, FL. Each location will feature up to 10 charging stalls and Mercedes-Benz HPC signature 400 kW charging speeds, compatible with both CCS-1 and NACS equipped vehicles. The first locations are expected to come online in 2026. "EV drivers are looking for more than just fast charging, they want an experience that fits effortlessly into their lives. Federal Realty's national portfolio of properties meets this need in a meaningful way by placing chargers at destinations people already trust and enjoy. Together, we're tapping into a growing customer sentiment: charging isn't just about power — it's about place." Andrew Cornelia, President & CEO at Mercedes-Benz HPC North America The collaboration builds on a shared commitment to quality, consistency, and long-term impact. With Federal Realty's proven track record operating high-performing retail environments—and Mercedes-Benz's leadership in premium mobility—the agreement enables meaningful infrastructure growth at a scale and standard that stands out in the marketplace. "We're proud to support a new, scalable model for EV infrastructure—one that reflects our DNA and our focus on enduring value. This collaboration adds a forward-looking amenity to some of the country's most consistently successful retail properties, enhancing the customer experience and reinforcing the strength of our portfolio." Don Wood, President & CEO at Federal Realty Investment Trust Unlike traditional site-by-site EV installations, this commitment represents a portfolio-driven model—enabling Mercedes-Benz HPC to scale rapidly while reducing complexity. Together, Mercedes-Benz HPC and Federal Realty will support evolving driver behavior at the nation's premier open-air retail destinations. Mercedes-Benz High-Power Charging currently operates over 400 charging stalls across 14 states, with over 2,000 stalls in development. The company has invested $1 billion to install 2,500 charging stalls by 2027. About Mercedes-Benz HPC North AmericaMercedes-Benz High-Power Charging is delivering a customer centric charging experience focused on performance, reliability and thoughtful integrations–open to all brands of vehicles. Mercedes-Benz High-Power Charging leverages over 130-years of engineering excellence to set the bar for quality, safety, and innovation in the charging industry. We extend the Mercedes-Benz brand promise to all EV drivers, going above and beyond to deliver exceptional experiences for our customers. Our convenient, fast, and reliable network fits seamlessly into drivers' everyday lives. Powered by 100% clean energy, our goal is to promote the shift to sustainable, emission-free mobility. Mercedes-Benz High-Power Charging is a joint venture between subsidiaries of Mercedes-Benz Group AG and MN8 Energy LLC. For additional information about Mercedes-Benz High-Power Charging, visit Contact:Anna Russell, +1 914-538-3958 About Federal RealtyFederal Realty is a recognized leader in the ownership, operation and redevelopment of high-quality retail-based properties located primarily in major coastal markets and select underserved regions with strong economic and demographic fundamentals. Founded in 1962, Federal Realty's mission is to deliver long-term, sustainable growth through investing in communities where retail demand exceeds supply. This includes a portfolio of open-air shopping centers and mixed-use destinations—such as Santana Row, Pike & Rose and Assembly Row—which together reflect the company's ability to create distinctive, high-performing environments that serve as vibrant destinations for their communities. Federal Realty's 103 properties include approximately 3,500 tenants in 27 million commercial square feet, and approximately 3,100 residential units. Federal Realty has increased its quarterly dividends to its shareholders for 57 consecutive years, the longest record in the REIT industry. The company is an S&P 500 index member and its shares are traded on the NYSE under the symbol FRT. For additional information about Federal Realty and its properties, visit Contact: Brenda Pomar, bpomar@ +1 301-998-8316 View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Mercedes Benz HPC North America, LLC
Yahoo
07-07-2025
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- Yahoo
Primaris REIT Announces Distribution for July 2025
TORONTO, July 07, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Primaris Real Estate Investment Trust ("Primaris" or the "Trust") (TSX: announced today that its Board of Trustees has declared a distribution of $0.0717 per unit for the month of July 2025, representing $0.86 per unit on an annualized basis. The distribution will be payable on August 15, 2025 to unitholders of record on July 31, 2025. About Primaris Real Estate Investment Trust Primaris is Canada's only enclosed shopping centre focused REIT, with ownership interests in leading enclosed shopping centres located in growing Canadian markets. The current portfolio totals 15.0 million square feet, valued at approximately $4.9 billion at Primaris' share. Economies of scale are achieved through its fully internal, vertically integrated, full-service national management platform. Primaris is very well-capitalized and is exceptionally well positioned to take advantage of market opportunities at an extraordinary moment in the evolution of the Canadian retail property landscape. For more information: TSX: View source version on Contacts Alex AveryChief Executive Officer416-642-7837aavery@ Rags DavloorChief Financial Officer416-645-3716rdavloor@ Claire MahaneyVP, Investor Relations & ESG647-949-3093cmahaney@ Timothy PireChair of the Boardchair@ Sign in to access your portfolio
National Post
07-07-2025
- Business
- National Post
Primaris REIT Announces Distribution for July 2025
Article content TORONTO — Primaris Real Estate Investment Trust (' Primaris ' or the ' Trust ') (TSX: announced today that its Board of Trustees has declared a distribution of $0.0717 per unit for the month of July 2025, representing $0.86 per unit on an annualized basis. The distribution will be payable on August 15, 2025 to unitholders of record on July 31, 2025. Article content About Primaris Real Estate Investment Trust Article content Article content Primaris Article content is Canada's only enclosed shopping centre focused REIT, with ownership interests in leading enclosed shopping centres located in growing Canadian markets. The current portfolio totals 15.0 million square feet, valued at approximately $4.9 billion at Primaris' share. Economies of scale are achieved through its fully internal, vertically integrated, full-service national management platform. Primaris is very well-capitalized and is exceptionally well positioned to take advantage of market opportunities at an extraordinary moment in the evolution of the Canadian retail property landscape. Article content Article content Article content Article content Article content Article content Contacts
