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Vornado Realty Trust reports developments for a fully integrated equity real estate investment trust focused on premier New York City office, retail and multifamily assets, including the PENN DISTRICT. The company also owns assets in Chicago and San Francisco, and its updates commonly address leasing activity, property acquisitions and redevelopment, operating results, sustainability reporting, financing arrangements and portfolio management.
Recurring VNO news also includes preferred-share dividends, common-share repurchase authorizations, earnings releases and capital-allocation actions. Company announcements often connect tenant activity and Manhattan asset updates with its broader New York-centered real estate portfolio.
Vornado Realty Trust (NYSE: VNO) reported a net income of $4.08 million, or $0.02 per diluted share, for Q1 2021, a decrease from $4.96 million, or $0.03 per diluted share, in Q1 2020. The adjusted net income was $12.45 million, down from $31.95 million year-over-year. Funds from Operations (FFO) were $118.41 million, or $0.62 per diluted share, a decline from $130.36 million, or $0.68 per diluted share in the prior year. The company experienced challenges due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, with 96% of rent collected and the permanent closure of the Hotel Pennsylvania impacting financial results.
Vornado Realty Trust (NYSE:VNO) announced the declaration of quarterly preferred dividends as follows:
- Series A Convertible: $0.8125 per share
- Series K Cumulative Redeemable: $0.35625 per share
- Series L Cumulative Redeemable: $0.3375 per share
- Series M Cumulative Redeemable: $0.328125 per share
- Series N Cumulative Redeemable: $0.328125 per share
These dividends are payable on July 1, 2021, to shareholders of record as of June 15, 2021.
Vornado Realty Trust (NYSE:VNO) announced a quarterly dividend of $0.53 per share, payable on May 21, 2021, to shareholders of record as of May 10, 2021. This decision reflects the company's continued commitment to returning value to its investors.
However, the press release also highlights the ongoing impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on its business operations and tenant performance, which may affect future financial outcomes and presents several risks related to property improvements and financing commitments.
Vornado Realty Trust (NYSE: VNO) announced it will file its quarterly report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ending March 31, 2021, on May 3, 2021, after market close. A conference call will follow on May 4, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. ET to discuss earnings. Participants can join by phone or via a live webcast, accessible on www.vno.com. The report is expected to cover financial performance, although the company warns that the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic continues to pose significant risks to operations and financial health.
On April 16, 2021, Vornado Realty Trust (NYSE: VNO) announced the extension of one of its unsecured revolving credit facilities until April 2026, with the interest rate reduced from LIBOR plus 100 basis points to LIBOR plus 90 basis points. The facility fee remains unchanged at 20 basis points. Vornado's other $1.5 billion revolving credit facility, maturing in March 2024, also has an interest rate of LIBOR plus 90 basis points and a 20 basis points facility fee. This strategic financial maneuver strengthens Vornado's liquidity and operational flexibility amid ongoing market uncertainties.
Vornado Realty Trust (NYSE: VNO) announced the promotion of Jan LaChapelle to Executive Vice President – Head of Capital Markets as of April 15, 2021. LaChapelle, who joined Vornado in 2014, previously served as Senior Vice President of Capital Markets and has a decade of experience at Wells Fargo’s real estate banking group. She succeeds Mark Hudspeth, who is leaving for a role at Blackstone Real Estate. This management change is pivotal in steering Vornado's capital markets strategy amid ongoing market challenges from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Vornado Realty Trust (NYSE: VNO) has released its 2020 Environmental, Social, & Governance (ESG) report, marking the twelfth annual report that outlines significant achievements in sustainability. Highlights include top GRESB scores, recognition as a NAREIT Leader in the Light for 11 years, and accolades such as the EPA ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year. The company is also acknowledged for its COVID-19 response and is committed to transparency in ESG practices, adhering to Sustainability Accounting Standards Board guidelines. More details are available on their website.
Vornado Realty Trust (NYSE: VNO) has finalized a $350 million refinancing for its 909 Third Avenue property in Manhattan. This refinancing replaces an existing loan of the same amount, reducing the fixed interest rate from 3.91% to 3.23%, with a maturity date set for April 2031. The building spans 1.4 million square feet, enhancing Vornado's financial strategy in a challenging market.
Vornado Realty Trust (NYSE: VNO) has successfully refinanced One Park Avenue, a 943,000 square foot Manhattan office building, with a $525 million loan. This new loan has a lower interest rate of LIBOR plus 1.107% compared to the previous loan's LIBOR plus 1.75%. Vornado's share of the net proceeds is approximately $105 million, providing enhanced liquidity. The refinancing is set to mature in February 2026, extending the term significantly beyond the prior maturation date in March 2021.
Vornado Realty Trust (NYSE: VNO) reported a significant net loss of $209.1 million, or $1.09 per diluted share, for Q4 2020, contrasting with a net income of $193.2 million, or $1.01 per share, in Q4 2019. For the full year, the net loss totaled $348.7 million, or $1.83 per share, down from a profit of $3.1 billion in 2019. Adjusted Funds from Operations (FFO) also fell to $127.2 million, or $0.66 per share, from $171 million the previous year. The COVID-19 pandemic led to tenant closures, reduced revenues, and property impairments, with a focus on recovery efforts and tenancy rehabilitation.