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Creative Media & Community Trust Corporation (CMCT) is a real estate investment trust focused on multifamily, creative office, hotel and SBA 7(a) lending activities in the United States. The CMCT news feed on Stock Titan aggregates company announcements, earnings releases, leasing updates and transaction disclosures drawn from Business Wire releases and SEC-referenced communications.
Readers following CMCT news can expect regular updates on its real estate portfolio performance, including office leasing activity, multifamily occupancy trends and operating metrics for its Northern California hotel. The company reports segment net operating income and other measures for its office, hotel, multifamily and lending segments, and provides commentary on leasing pipelines, renovations and asset repositioning, such as the conversion of office space into multifamily units.
News coverage also includes capital markets and corporate actions such as preferred stock dividend declarations for the Series A, Series A1 and Series D Preferred Stock, reverse stock split proposals, special and annual meeting results, and unregistered sales of equity securities related to preferred stock redemptions. Investors can review details on declared dividend rates, record dates and payment dates as disclosed in CMCT’s press releases.
Another key theme in CMCT’s news flow is its strategic focus on premier multifamily assets and balance sheet management. Management commentary has highlighted efforts to refinance mortgage loans, extend debt maturities, repay a recourse credit facility and pursue asset sales, including a definitive agreement to sell the company’s SBA 7(a) lending division to an affiliate of Peachtree Group. These items appear in both press releases and related Form 8-K filings.
By monitoring this page, investors and analysts can track CMCT’s ongoing leasing milestones, financing transactions, strategic initiatives involving its lending platform and governance developments documented through meeting announcements and voting results. Bookmark the CMCT news section to access a consolidated view of the company’s disclosed developments over time.
Creative Media & Community Trust Corporation (NASDAQ: CMCT) will release its fourth quarter 2021 earnings on March 16, 2022. A conference call is set for 1:00 p.m. ET, featuring insights from CEO David Thompson and other executives. Interested parties can join via the webcast or phone, with replay options available. CMCT aims to develop premier multifamily and creative office assets in vibrant U.S. communities, focusing on technology, media, and entertainment sectors. Further details can be found on their website.
Creative Media & Community Trust Corporation (CMCT), previously known as CIM Commercial Trust Corporation, has announced a name change reflecting its focus on developing creative offices and residential properties. CEO David Thompson highlighted a significant opportunity in the hybrid workplace trend, noting that creative office leasing has reached 96% of pre-pandemic levels, commanding a 43% rent premium over traditional spaces. CMCT is targeting prime markets like Los Angeles and Austin for new developments, including a recent $51 million acquisition in Echo Park aimed at transforming it into a creative office.
CMCT (NASDAQ: CMCT) has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.085 per share, marking a 13% increase from the previous quarter, equating to a 4.6% annual yield. Payment is set for April 1, 2022, to shareholders recorded by March 19, 2022. Additionally, dividends for Series A and Series D Preferred Stock are also declared, with payments scheduled from May 16, 2022 through July 15, 2022. This growth aligns with reduced management fees and a favorable leasing environment.
CMCT (NASDAQ: CMCT) has announced a $51 million investment to acquire a 44% stake in the 1910 W. Sunset Blvd. property, transforming it into a premier creative office space in Echo Park, Los Angeles. This eight-story building, the tallest in the area, spans approximately 99,000 square feet and features on-site parking and retail amenities. CMCT plans a capital improvement program to modernize the facility, catering to tech, media, and entertainment tenants.
CIM Commercial Trust Corporation (CMCT) has signed a long-term lease with Lisson Gallery for a 5,000-square-foot building at 1037 N. Sycamore Ave, Los Angeles. This will be Lisson's first location in L.A., expected to open in Autumn 2022. CMCT acquired the property in July 2021 and has made renovations to enhance its appeal. The Sycamore District, where the space is located, is emerging as a cultural hub, attracting media and art-focused businesses. The long-term lease symbolizes confidence in this revitalized area.
CIM Commercial Trust Corporation (NASDAQ: CMCT) announced significant leasing progress at its Penn Field property in Austin, Texas, now approximately 97% leased, up from 85% in Q3 2021. This improvement includes a recent 10-year lease with a major tech firm, which has increased occupancy to 99%. CMCT acquired the 228,000-square-foot property in 2007, with in-place rents rising over threefold. Additionally, a new $15 million office building is projected to add $0.03 per share in annualized funds from operations.
CIM Commercial Trust Corporation (NASDAQ: CMCT) announced a significant management fee reduction of approximately 55%, leading to an annualized cost savings of $0.21 per share. Effective January 1, 2022, this fee waiver aims to align the interests of management with stockholders. Additionally, management plans to recommend a dividend increase starting in the first quarter of 2022. CEO David Thompson emphasized the company's focus on growth and leveraging CIM Group's resources for acquisition opportunities.
CIM Commercial Trust Corporation (NASDAQ: CMCT) declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.075 per common share, payable on January 5, 2022. Shareholders of record by December 20, 2021 will receive this dividend. Additionally, a cash dividend of $0.114583 for Series A Preferred Stock will be disbursed monthly through April 2022. A Series D Preferred Stock dividend of $0.117708 is also set for December, with further payments scheduled for the next three months. Finally, a yearly dividend of $1.56035 per share for Series L Preferred Stock will be paid on January 25, 2022.
CIM Commercial Trust Corporation (NASDAQ: CMCT) reported Q3 2021 results, noting a net loss of $3.2 million or $0.14 per diluted share. Core Funds From Operations (FFO) improved to $2.0 million, presenting a positive turn from previous quarters. The office portfolio was 78.2% leased, while hotel occupancy rose significantly to 66.6%, indicating recovery from pandemic impacts. The company plans to leverage its balance sheet for future acquisitions and reported a total segment NOI of $13.3 million, a significant increase year-over-year.
CIM Commercial Trust Corporation (NASDAQ: CMCT) has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.075 per common share, payable on September 29, 2021 to stockholders of record as of September 17, 2021. Additionally, the Board announced dividends for the Series A and Series D Preferred Stocks: $0.34375 per Series A share, and $0.353125 per Series D share, to be distributed in three installments from October 15 to December 15, 2021. These dividends reflect the company’s commitment to return value to its shareholders.