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Kilroy Realty Corporation (NYSE: KRC) is a publicly traded REIT and member of the S&P MidCap 400 Index, with operations in the San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles, San Diego, Seattle, and Austin, Texas. This news page aggregates company-issued updates and market-moving announcements so readers can follow how Kilroy’s office, life science, and mixed-use portfolio evolves over time.
News about Kilroy often covers quarterly earnings releases, funds from operations (FFO) guidance, and supplemental financial data furnished on Form 8-K. These updates provide detail on revenues, net income, occupancy and leasing levels in the stabilized portfolio, development spending, and capital markets activity, such as public offerings of senior notes through Kilroy Realty, L.P.
Investors can also track announcements about acquisitions and dispositions, including transactions like the purchase of Maple Plaza in the Beverly Hills submarket of Los Angeles and the sale of a multi-building campus in Silicon Valley. Regular dividend declarations on common stock, including the stated quarterly cash dividend rate, are another recurring theme in Kilroy’s news flow.
For those focused on property-level trends, Kilroy’s releases highlight leasing milestones and tenant commitments, particularly at life science developments such as Kilroy Oyster Point Phase 2 in South San Francisco. The company reports on new leases, renewal activity, and occupancy expectations across its office and life science assets, as well as the performance of its residential units in Hollywood and San Diego.
Because Kilroy places emphasis on sustainability and corporate culture, news items frequently reiterate its carbon neutral operations since 2020, high levels of LEED, Fitwel, and ENERGY STAR certifications, and recognition from organizations such as GRESB, Nareit, and ENERGY STAR. Conference participation and investor events are also announced through press releases, giving shareholders insight into management’s engagement with the broader real estate and capital markets community.
Kilroy Realty Corporation (NYSE: KRC) reported third-quarter 2021 financial results with a net income of $47.0 million or $0.40 per share, a slight decrease from $49.0 million or $0.42 per share in Q3 2020. Funds from operations (FFO) were $116.0 million or $0.98 per share. Revenues increased to $232.3 million. The company raised its quarterly cash dividend by 4% to $0.52 per share. The stabilized portfolio was 91.5% occupied and 93.9% leased. Notable activities included a $490 million acquisition of a fully leased office project and strong leasing activity in life sciences.
Kilroy Realty Corporation (NYSE: KRC) will release its third quarter 2021 financial results on October 27, 2021, after market close. The results will be discussed in a conference call on October 28, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. PT. Participation can be done via phone or through their Investor Relations website. As of June 30, 2021, Kilroy's portfolio consisted of approximately 14.2 million square feet of office and life science space, with a 91.8% occupancy rate. The company is recognized for its sustainability efforts, with a significant portion of its portfolio LEED certified.
Kilroy Realty Corporation (KRC) announced the redemption of $300 million in 3.800% Senior Notes due January 15, 2023. The redemption price will be 100% of the principal, plus accrued interest, with a redemption date set for October 25, 2021. This action will result in an estimated $13.7 million loss from early extinguishment of debt in Q4 2021, which was not accounted for in prior financial guidance. U.S. Bank National Association will manage the redemption process.
Kilroy Realty Corporation (NYSE: KRC) announced the pricing of $450 million senior notes due 2033 at 2.650%. The notes, offered at 99.957% of principal, will yield 2.654% and mature on November 15, 2033. The offering's net proceeds, expected to be approximately $445.8 million, will fund the Kilroy Oyster Point office project in South San Francisco, among other uses. The closing is anticipated on October 7, 2021. Major banks, including Wells Fargo and J.P. Morgan, acted as underwriters.
Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) has announced that DermTech, Inc. has leased approximately 96,000 square feet at the Del Mar Corporate Centre (DMCC) in San Diego for its new headquarters and laboratory. The DMCC, owned by Kilroy Realty (NYSE: KRC), features three Class A buildings with modern amenities and easy access to shopping and dining. DermTech plans significant renovations to convert office space into a life sciences lab to facilitate early melanoma detection. This move reflects the growing demand for biotech space in the San Diego area.
Kilroy Realty Corporation (NYSE: KRC) has successfully acquired West 8th, a fully leased 28-story office building in Seattle, for $490 million. The property, comprising 539,000 square feet, is strategically located near Amazon's headquarters and adds significant value to Kilroy's portfolio. The acquisition is expected to bolster Kilroy's tenant credit profile and provide opportunities to increase below-market rents as leases expire. This move enhances Kilroy's presence in a prime technology office market, supporting anticipated rental growth and earnings.
Kilroy Realty Corporation (NYSE: KRC) announced three new leases totaling 330,000 square feet with biotech companies in San Diego. This includes Tandem Diabetes Care (~182,000 sq ft), DermTech (~96,000 sq ft), and Sorrento Therapeutics (~52,000 sq ft). The leases represent a shift of commercial office space into state-of-the-art life science facilities, supporting Kilroy's investment in this sector. The company also plans a 600,000 sq ft project to meet increasing demand in the area, where vacancy rates in prime locations are below 2% and rents have risen over 20% year-over-year.
Kilroy Realty Corporation (NYSE: KRC) declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.52 per common share, payable on October 13, 2021, to stockholders of record on September 30, 2021. This represents a 4.0% increase from the previous annualized dividend of $2.00 per share, amounting to an annual rate of $2.08. As of June 30, 2021, Kilroy's stabilized portfolio comprised approximately 14.2 million square feet of space, with 91.8% occupancy and 93.6% leased. The company is a member of the S&P MidCap 400 Index, recognized for its leadership in sustainability.
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Kilroy Realty Corporation (NYSE: KRC) will participate in the Bank of America Merrill Lynch 2021 Global Real Estate Virtual Conference on September 21, 2021, starting at 12:00 p.m. ET. The discussion will last approximately 35 minutes and can be accessed live via the Company's Investor Relations webpage or through a dedicated webcast link. A replay will be available after the event until December 22, 2021. As of June 30, 2021, KRC’s portfolio included 14.2 million square feet of space, with 91.8% occupancy and 93.6% leased.