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Franklin Street Properties Corp. (FSP) is a Maryland-incorporated real estate investment trust (REIT) that focuses on infill and central business district (CBD) office properties in the U.S. Sunbelt and Mountain West, as well as select opportunistic markets. This news page aggregates company announcements, earnings releases, and other public communications related to FSP’s operations and strategy.
Readers can use this page to follow Franklin Street Properties Corp.’s regular updates on quarterly financial results, leasing activity, and portfolio performance. The company’s earnings releases discuss metrics such as GAAP net loss, Funds From Operations (FFO), Adjusted Funds From Operations (AFFO), leasing volumes, leased percentages across its office portfolio, and weighted average GAAP base rents per square foot. These disclosures provide insight into how the company’s office properties are performing and how management views trends in occupancy and rent levels.
News items also cover Franklin Street Properties Corp.’s capital allocation decisions, including announcements of quarterly cash dividends on its common stock and disclosures about property dispositions and debt reduction. The company has reported using proceeds from select property sales primarily to repay indebtedness and has described efforts to improve its balance sheet while managing its office portfolio.
Another recurring theme in FSP’s news flow is its review of strategic alternatives. The company has announced that its Board of Directors is evaluating options such as a sale of the company, a sale of assets, and refinancing of existing indebtedness, with BofA Securities serving as financial advisor. Governance-related news, such as board appointments made under a cooperation agreement with certain stockholder parties, also appears in its current reports and press releases. Investors and analysts who follow office-focused REITs can monitor this page for Franklin Street Properties Corp.’s latest publicly released information and context around its portfolio, capital structure, and strategic review process.
Franklin Street Properties Corp. (FSP) announced a quarterly dividend of $0.09 per share for the period of January 1, 2022 through March 31, 2022. This dividend will be payable on May 5, 2022 to stockholders on record as of April 15, 2022. The firm focuses on infill and central business district office properties primarily in the U.S. Sunbelt and Mountain West regions, aiming for value-oriented investments that promote long-term growth and current income.
Franklin Street Properties Corp. (FSP) reported results for Q4 and the year ended December 31, 2021, showcasing significant debt reduction and property sales. The company decreased total indebtedness by approximately 53%, from $1 billion to $475 million. FSP sold ten properties for about $603 million, with a weighted-average capitalization rate of 5.5%. GAAP net income was $78.6 million ($0.75 per share) for Q4 and $92.7 million ($0.87 per share) for the year. The company plans further asset sales in 2022, aiming for $250-$350 million, with proceeds for debt reduction and stock repurchases.
Franklin Street Properties Corp. (FSP), a real estate investment trust (REIT), will announce its fourth quarter and full year 2021 results on February 15, 2022, after market close. A conference call/webcast to discuss the results is scheduled for February 16, 2022, at 11:00 AM ET. Participants can access the call via phone or live audio webcast on the company's investor relations website. FSP focuses on value-oriented investments in office properties across the U.S. Sunbelt and Mountain West regions.
Franklin Street Properties Corp. (FSP) announced the election of Milton P. Wilkins, Jr. to its Board of Directors, effective February 16, 2022. Wilkins, an experienced investment advisor from RBF Wealth Advisors, will also serve on the Audit Committee. Following this addition, the Board consists of eight directors, with seven being independent. Wilkins has a robust background in finance and corporate development, previously working with Monsanto and serving on various boards. Chairman George J. Carter expressed confidence in Wilkins' contributions to the Board.
Franklin Street Properties Corp. (FSP) announced the tax composition of its 2021 distributions, highlighting a total distribution of $0.68 per share. Important dates include the record date of January 29, 2021, and the payable date of February 18, 2021. The report mentions that shareholders should consult with personal tax advisors for their specific tax treatment of distributions. FSP operates as a real estate investment trust (REIT) focused on office properties in the U.S. Sunbelt and Mountain West regions.
Franklin Street Properties Corp. (FSP) has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.09 per share, payable on February 17, 2022. The dividend is for the period from October 1, 2021 to December 31, 2021, with a record date of January 28, 2022. Additionally, FSP forecasts property sales between $250 million and $350 million in 2022 to boost shareholder value, intending to utilize proceeds for debt reduction and potential special dividends.
Franklin Street Properties Corp. (FSP) has declared a special cash dividend of $0.32 per share, payable on January 12, 2022, to stockholders of record as of December 31, 2021. This decision stems from taxable gains realized from the disposition of approximately $600 million in assets during 2021. The company focuses on value-oriented investments in office properties across key U.S. markets, aiming for long-term growth and current income for its shareholders.
Franklin Street Properties Corp. (FSP) has completed the sale of Meadow Point and 4807 Stonecroft in Chantilly, Virginia, yielding aggregate gross proceeds of $40 million. This brings total disposals for 2021 to approximately $600 million. The proceeds will be utilized for debt reduction, stock repurchases, potential special dividends to meet REIT requirements, and general corporate purposes, enhancing the company's financial flexibility.
Franklin Street Properties Corp. (FSP) has reported a strong execution of its 2021 strategy, focusing on debt reduction and property leasing. The company reduced its total debt by approximately 53% to about $475 million through significant repayments.
FSP also sold eight properties for around $563 million, exceeding expectations, and increased its disposition guidance range to approximately $563 million to $600 million. Positive leasing activity included 329,000 square feet leased in Q3 2021, with a new lease of 100,000 square feet in Atlanta. FSP anticipates declaring a special dividend in January 2022.
Franklin Street Properties Corp. (FSP) will release its third-quarter 2021 results on November 8, 2021, after market close. A conference call/webcast is scheduled for November 9, 2021, at 11:00 AM ET to discuss the results. Investors can access the call by dialing 1-800-464-8240 or internationally at 1-412-902-6521. The live audio webcast will be available on the Company's website.
Based in Wakefield, Massachusetts, FSP focuses on office properties in the U.S. Sunbelt and Mountain West regions, seeking value-oriented investments.