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CBL & Associates Properties, Inc. (NYSE: CBL), operating as CBL Properties, is a retail-focused real estate investment trust headquartered in Chattanooga, Tennessee. This news page aggregates company announcements, earnings updates and transaction disclosures that shed light on how CBL manages its national portfolio of enclosed malls, outlet centers, lifestyle centers, open-air centers and other retail properties.
Readers can find quarterly earnings releases and related commentary, which CBL reports through press releases and Form 8-K filings. These updates typically discuss metrics such as same-center net operating income, occupancy, leasing activity and tenant sales per square foot, along with management’s discussion of portfolio performance and balance sheet developments.
The news flow also covers acquisitions and dispositions of properties, including the purchase of four enclosed regional malls from Washington Prime Group and the sale of non-core open-air centers like The Promenade in D’Iberville, Mississippi, and CBL’s interest in Fremaux Town Center in Slidell, Louisiana. These items provide insight into the company’s portfolio optimization strategy and capital allocation decisions.
In addition, CBL regularly announces financing transactions such as non-recourse loans secured by individual properties and modifications of existing loans that extend maturities or adjust interest rates. Investors can also track dividend declarations and changes in the regular dividend rate, as well as authorizations and updates related to the company’s common stock repurchase program.
For investors and observers of retail real estate, following CBL’s news can help illuminate how the company responds to market conditions, manages its property portfolio and uses capital structure tools such as asset sales, acquisitions, refinancing and share repurchases.
CBL Properties (NYSE: CBL) has launched over 800 holiday deals, focusing on unique experiences and gifts with local businesses across its properties. Seasonal tenants include immersive pop-up bars and artisan shops, enhancing the festive atmosphere in malls like Dakota Square and Fayette Mall. Notable openings feature Miracle on 10th in Minot and Southern Candle Studio in Myrtle Beach. CEO Stephen Lebovitz emphasized the importance of these partnerships, which foster community engagement and innovation during the holiday season.
CBL Properties (NYSE: CBL) has announced the addition of entertainment venues Tilt Studios, Stars and Strikes, and Main Event to various properties in North Dakota and South Carolina. Tilt will occupy 50,000 square feet at Dakota Square in Minot and 92,500 square feet at Kirkwood Mall in Bismarck, with openings scheduled for December 2022 and later in 2023. Stars and Strikes will replace DICK’S Sporting Goods at Coastal Grand Mall, while Main Event will be part of the redevelopment at Cross Creek Mall in Fayetteville. Leasing demand has reportedly returned to pre-pandemic levels.
CBL Properties (NYSE: CBL) has attained Great Place to Work Certification™, with 89% of employees affirming it as a great workplace, surpassing the U.S. average by 32 points. This certification reflects employee satisfaction regarding company culture and leadership. Great Place to Work® ranks organizations based on employee feedback, indicating that certified companies enjoy better employee retention and innovation. CBL operates 94 properties spanning 58.5 million square feet across 22 states, focusing on aggressive management and profitable reinvestment.
CBL Properties (NYSE: CBL) has declared a special cash dividend of $2.20 per share, amounting to approximately $70 million. This dividend is payable on January 18, 2023, to stockholders of record as of December 12, 2022. CBL aims to enhance shareholder value, with total distributions for 2022 reaching $2.95 per share, reflecting over 10.1% yield. The decision aligns with CBL's strong performance and free cash flow generation, fulfilling the requirement to distribute at least 90% of its taxable income as a real estate investment trust.
CBL Properties reported improved financial results for Q3 2022, with a net loss attributed to common shareholders of $14.5 million, a significant improvement from $41.7 million in Q3 2021. Funds from Operations (FFO), as adjusted, was $59 million compared to $95.3 million in the prior year. Full-year guidance for FFO is raised to $7.40 - $7.67 per share, and same-center NOI is increased by $8 million to $424 - $438 million. Portfolio occupancy rose to 90.5%, reflecting a 210-basis point increase year-over-year, while tenant sales per square foot improved by 2.1%. A $0.25 dividend per share was declared for Q4.
CBL Properties (NYSE: CBL) has declared a dividend of $0.25 per common share for the quarter ending December 31, 2022. This results in an annual total of $1.00 per share, payable on December 30, 2022, to shareholders of record by December 1, 2022. Additionally, CBL expects to issue a special one-time dividend between $65 million and $85 million based on taxable income projections. The amount will be finalized by the Board before year-end.
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Susan G. Komen will host the MORE THAN PINK Walk on October 15, 2022, at CoolSprings Galleria in Nashville to fund critical breast cancer initiatives. This event aims to raise funds for research, patient navigation, and support services. Key sponsors include CBL Properties, Walgreens, and Bank of America. Activities will feature Zumba, mobile mammography, survivor speeches, and a celebration at the mall. The Power of ONE Week will precede the Walk, featuring events from October 10-14 to further engage the community.
CBL Properties (NYSE: CBL) has adopted a Stockholder Protection Rights Agreement, declaring a dividend of one right for each outstanding share. The record date for stockholders is September 22, 2022. This agreement aims to safeguard shareholders' interests against potential control by entities accumulating 10% or more of CBL’s shares. CBL has made strides since emerging from bankruptcy in November 2021, enhancing financial strength through refinancing efforts, leading to strong cash flows and regular dividends. The rights will expire on September 8, 2023.
CBL Properties announces the appointment of Ben Jaenicke as CFO effective January 1, 2023, following the departure of Farzana Khaleel on December 31, 2022. Jaenicke, with over a decade of experience in real estate investment banking, previously worked at Wells Fargo Securities and Eastdil Secured, focusing on strategic transactions and capital planning. The transition includes Khaleel's consulting arrangement through March 31, 2023, ensuring stability during this period. CBL oversees a portfolio of 95 properties totaling 59.6 million square feet.