Istar Stock Price, News & Analysis

iStar Inc. (NYSE: STAR) announced the final consolidation ratio for its upcoming reverse stock split, set to occur before its merger with Safehold (NYSE: SAFE). Each share of iStar will consolidate into 0.160 shares, followed by the merger where Safe will merge into iStar, resulting in iStar operating as New Safehold. Post-merger, existing Safe shares will convert to New Safehold shares. iStar shareholders will receive cash for any fractional shares resulting from this process. This strategic move aims to streamline operations and unlock value in the ground lease sector.

On March 17, 2023, iStar Inc. (NYSE: STAR) announced a conditional pro rata distribution of 0.153 common shares of Star Holdings to iStar shareholders as part of its spin-off of legacy assets. This distribution is set for March 31, 2023, for shareholders on record as of March 27, 2023, and is necessary for iStar's merger with Safehold Inc. (NYSE: SAFE). Star Holdings shares will trade on Nasdaq under the symbol 'STHO' following the spin-off. The merger with Safehold will occur immediately after the spinoff, subject to closing conditions. Shareholders will receive cash for fractional shares, and further details are available in the filed information statement.

iStar Inc. (NYSE: STAR) and Safehold Inc. (NYSE: SAFE) have received stockholder approval for their proposed merger, confirmed during special meetings held on March 9, 2023. At these meetings, STAR stockholders authorized the merger and the issuance of STAR common stock, while SAFE stockholders approved the merger alongside amendments to SAFE's Caret program. The merger's expected closing date is targeted for March 31, 2023, pending the fulfillment of various conditions. However, the timeline remains uncertain. The press release emphasizes the potential benefits and risks involved in the merger, as well as the future growth prospects for the combined entity.

iStar Inc. (NYSE: STAR) reported its fourth quarter and fiscal year 2022 results on February 21, 2023. The company recorded a net loss of ($86.7) million for Q4 '22, equating to ($1.00) per diluted share, while FY '22 net income reached $397.8 million or $4.92 per diluted share. Adjusted losses in Q4 '22 were ($79.9) million (($0.92) per share) with FY '22 adjusted earnings at $522.0 million or $6.25 per share. The company generated $150 million through asset sales in Q4 '22 and paid a special dividend of $192 million. They concluded 26 ground leases in 2022 totaling $1.4 billion, increasing their portfolio to 131 leases worth $6.2 billion.

iStar Inc. (NYSE: STAR) has declared quarterly dividends for its Preferred Stock for Q1 2023, payable on March 15, 2023, to record holders by March 1, 2023. The dividends include:

• 8.00% Series D: $0.50 per share
• 7.65% Series G: $0.478125 per share
• 7.50% Series I: $0.46875 per share

iStar focuses on modern ground leases, enhancing value for real estate owners across the $7 trillion commercial market. The firm has a history of over $40 billion in transactions, showcasing its innovation in the sector.

iStar Inc. (NYSE: STAR) announced it will release its financial results for Q4 and fiscal year 2022 on February 21, 2023, before market opening. The company will host an earnings conference call at 10:00 a.m. ET on the same day, accessible via its website. iStar focuses on enhancing the ground lease sector, targeting the $7 trillion commercial real estate market, leveraging its expertise in finance. With over $40 billion in transactions over the past two decades, iStar aims to expand modern ground leases and unlock value for real estate owners. Further details can be found on iStar's website.

iStar (NYSE: STAR) announced that all dividends paid in 2022 will be classified as capital gain distributions under Internal Revenue Code section 857(b)(3)(B). These distributions arise from long-term capital gains from the sale of shares in controlled real estate investment trusts. Notably, the total dividend distribution per share includes $2.5911225 in capital gain distributions. The record dates for dividends were March 1, June 1, September 1, and December 1, with corresponding payment dates on March 15, June 15, September 15, and December 15, 2022.

iStar Inc. (NYSE: STAR) filed a Form 10 registration statement with the SEC on December 16, 2022, for the anticipated spin-off of Star Holdings, linked to its merger with Safehold Inc. The filing contains preliminary details about the spin-off, which may be subject to changes before SEC approval. The completion of this spin-off is contingent on various conditions, creating uncertainties regarding its finalization. iStar aims to modernize and enhance value within the ground lease sector, having completed over $40 billion in transactions in the last two decades.

iStar (NYSE: STAR) has announced a special dividend to be paid on December 7, 2022, consisting of 6.64 million shares of Safehold (NYSE: SAFE). This equals 0.07655 shares of SAFE for each share of iStar common stock. Shareholders will receive cash for any fractional shares instead of additional shares. The record date for this dividend is December 1, 2022. iStar aims to enhance the ground lease sector, driving value for real estate owners with modern lease solutions in the $7 trillion institutional market.