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The RMR Group Inc. (Nasdaq: RMR) is a U.S. alternative asset management company focused on residential and commercial real estate and related businesses. News about RMR often centers on its role as manager of multiple publicly traded REITs and its own corporate and financial developments.
On this page, readers can follow RMR stock news and updates related to its management activities, including announcements of quarterly dividends on RMR’s Class A and Class B-1 common shares and incentive business management fees earned from client companies. Recent releases have highlighted incentive fees earned from Diversified Healthcare Trust and Industrial Logistics Properties Trust, reflecting performance-based elements of RMR’s management arrangements.
Because RMR manages several REITs, its news flow is closely connected to developments at those client entities. Press releases from Diversified Healthcare Trust, Industrial Logistics Properties Trust and Service Properties Trust explicitly state that they are managed by The RMR Group, and their business updates, capital recycling programs, portfolio changes and dividend announcements are often referenced alongside RMR’s role as manager.
Investors and observers can also find information about RMR’s executive appointments, conference calls to discuss quarterly results and its involvement in restructuring-related agreements for managed REITs, as disclosed in Form 8-K filings. By monitoring this news feed, users can track how The RMR Group’s asset management activities, fee structures and client relationships evolve over time within the broader real estate sector.
Service Properties Trust (Nasdaq: SVC) reported a third quarter net loss of $59.7 million, or $(0.36) per share, improving from a loss of $102.6 million in Q3 2020. Normalized FFO rose to $43.8 million, or $0.27 per share, from $23.2 million, while EBITDAre increased 32.5% to $137.3 million. Hotel portfolio occupancy improved to 60.1%, and RevPAR surged by 75.7% year-over-year. SVC maintains strong liquidity with $912.5 million in cash and no debt maturities until Q3 2022, anticipating a rebound in business travel as urban areas re-open.
Diversified Healthcare Trust (Nasdaq: DHC) reported significant leasing activity in Q3 2021, with 372,106 square feet leased at average rents 28% higher than prior levels. New management agreements for 107 senior living communities were executed, with 99 transitioned to new third-party managers, expected to complete by year-end. The company faced a net loss of $89.3 million, or $0.38 per share, and a decrease in normal funds from operations (Normalized FFO) to -$9.4 million. DHC's liquidity remains strong with $800 million cash available, despite industry recovery challenges.
Seven Hills Realty Trust (Nasdaq: SEVN) completed its merger with Tremont Mortgage Trust (TRMT) on September 30, 2021. The merger resulted in a combined portfolio with over $526 million in capital. For Q3 2021, SEVN reported net income of $2.5 million, or $0.24 per share, and distributable earnings also at $2.5 million, reflecting a significant increase from Q2. SEVN's loan commitments totaled $525.9 million with a weighted average coupon rate of 4.86%. Despite a decrease in book value per share to $16.32, the company aims to leverage its expanded liquidity for future investments.
Seven Hills Realty Trust (Nasdaq: SEVN) has successfully closed a $24.8 million floating-rate bridge loan to refinance the Centerpoint Plaza, a 98,000 square foot office property in Carlsbad, California. The initial funding of approximately $23.7 million is supplemented by $1.1 million available for future enhancements. This loan features a three-year term with two one-year extensions. The company's President, Tom Lorenzini, noted this marks a significant milestone following the merger of RMR Mortgage Trust and Tremont Mortgage Trust, showcasing SEVN's growth trajectory.
Service Properties Trust (Nasdaq: SVC) announced an amended management agreement with Radisson Hospitality to manage nine hotels for a 10-year term starting August 1, 2021. Radisson will manage eight hotels, ensuring a $10.2 million annual owner's priority return backed by a $22 million guaranty from 2023. SVC plans to invest $12 million in renovations, expected to boost owner return coverage. This agreement extends their relationship until at least 2031, allowing for improved portfolio management and potential financial stability.
Office Properties Income Trust (Nasdaq: OPI) reported a net income of $3.7 million ($0.08/share) for Q3 2021, a recovery from a $3.8 million loss in the same quarter of 2020. Normalized FFO was $59.6 million ($1.24/share), a drop from $62.6 million ($1.30/share) year-over-year. The same property cash basis NOI increased by 1.0% to $82.5 million. OPI leased 659,000 square feet with an average term of 10.9 years and ended the quarter with an occupancy rate of 89.0%. The company raised $750 million in senior notes, enhancing liquidity to over $800 million.
Industrial Logistics Properties Trust (Nasdaq: ILPT) reported third quarter net income of $0.28 per share, representing a 27.3% year-over-year increase. The company achieved 818,000 square feet of leasing activity with an average rental rate increase of over 20%. Normalized funds from operations (FFO) remained stable at $0.46 per share. Same property cash basis net operating income (NOI) increased by 3.4%. ILPT's portfolio occupancy was 99%, and the company acquired three Class A industrial buildings for $100 million during the quarter.
The RMR Group Inc. (Nasdaq: RMR) announced it will release its fourth quarter 2021 financial results on November 15, 2021, after market close. A conference call with President Adam Portnoy and CFO Matt Jordan is scheduled for November 16, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. ET. Participants can call (877) 270-2148 for US and Canadian access, or (412) 902-6510 internationally. A live audio webcast will also be available on RMR’s website. The company manages approximately $32 billion in assets and leverages a team of over 600 real estate professionals nationwide.
Industrial Logistics Properties Trust (Nasdaq: ILPT) has announced a quarterly cash distribution of $0.33 per share, translating to $1.32 annually. This distribution will be paid to shareholders of record as of October 25, 2021, with payment expected on or about November 18, 2021. The announcement highlights ILPT's ongoing commitment to providing returns to its investors. However, the company warns that future dividend rates may fluctuate based on various factors, including income and cash availability.
Diversified Healthcare Trust (Nasdaq: DHC) announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.01 per share, translating to $0.04 annually. This dividend will be payable on or about November 18, 2021 to shareholders on record as of October 25, 2021. As of June 30, 2021, DHC's portfolio consists of $8.2 billion in assets across 392 properties nationwide, including 28,000 senior living units. The dividend rate may change based on various financial factors, as determined by the Board of Trustees.