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Alexander's, Inc. (ALX) Information


A Brief History of Alexander's, Inc.

Alexander's, Inc. is a real estate investment trust (REIT) that operates primarily in New York City. As of 2024, it has a portfolio that includes five properties, totaling approximately 2,456,000 square feet. The company is managed by Vornado Realty Trust, which owns 32.4% of its outstanding common stock.

Financial Performance Overview

For the nine months ended September 30, 2024, Alexander's reported rental revenues of $170,464,000, an increase from $162,027,000 in the same period in 2023. This revenue growth was attributed to several factors, including increased rental income from lease modifications and extensions.

Financial Metrics 2024 (9 Months) 2023 (9 Months)
Rental Revenues $170,464,000 $162,027,000
Net Income $31,167,000 $86,127,000
Net Income per Share $6.07 $16.79
Funds from Operations (FFO) $57,123,000 $55,464,000
FFO per Share $11.13 $10.81

Key Transactions and Developments

On May 3, 2024, Alexander's and Bloomberg L.P. extended their lease covering approximately 947,000 square feet at 731 Lexington Avenue until February 2040. This lease extension included a leasing commission of $32,000,000, with significant amounts paid to third-party brokers and Vornado.

In 2023, the company sold the Rego Park III land parcel for $71,060,000, resulting in net proceeds of $67,821,000 after closing costs, contributing to a significant net gain of $53,952,000.

Occupancy and Leasing Activity

As of September 30, 2024, Alexander's reported a commercial occupancy rate of 92.1% and a residential occupancy rate of 96.5%. The major tenant, Bloomberg, accounted for approximately 55% of the rental revenues, which were $93,179,000 for the nine months ended September 30, 2024.

Debt and Financing Activities

As of September 30, 2024, Alexander's had total mortgages payable of $996,544,000. A new $400,000,000 mortgage loan was secured with a fixed interest rate of 5.04%, maturing in October 2028. The company also entered into a four-month extension of a previous $500,000,000 mortgage loan.

Debt Summary Amount Interest Rate Maturity
Mortgage Loan (Office Condominium) $400,000,000 5.04% October 2028
Previous Mortgage Loan $490,000,000 Prime Rate October 2024
Mortgage Loan (Retail Condominium) $300,000,000 1.76% August 2025
Mortgage Loan (Rego Park II) $202,544,000 5.60% December 2025
Mortgage Loan (The Alexander Apartment Tower) $94,000,000 2.63% November 2027

Cash Flow and Liquidity

As of September 30, 2024, Alexander's had cash and cash equivalents of $354,817,000 and restricted cash of $42,359,000. The company reported net cash provided by operating activities of $23,296,000, with total liquidity of $397,176,000.

Net cash used in financing activities was $175,824,000, which included significant debt repayments and dividends paid totaling $69,277,000.

Cash Flow Summary 2024
Cash and Cash Equivalents $354,817,000
Restricted Cash $42,359,000
Net Cash from Operating Activities $23,296,000
Net Cash Used in Financing Activities ($175,824,000)
Total Liquidity $397,176,000


A Who Owns Alexander's, Inc. (ALX)

Ownership Structure

As of September 30, 2024, the ownership of Alexander's, Inc. is significantly influenced by Vornado Realty Trust, which holds a substantial stake in the company.

Owner Ownership Percentage Type of Ownership
Vornado Realty Trust 32.4% Common Stock
Institutional Investors Approx. 60% Common Stock
Retail Investors Approx. 7.6% Common Stock

Major Shareholders

Vornado Realty Trust is the largest shareholder, maintaining a critical role in management and operational decisions due to its ownership stake. The company is managed by Vornado under agreements that are automatically renewable each year, which underscores the importance of this relationship.

Institutional Ownership

Institutional investors account for a significant portion of the company's total shares. Notable institutional shareholders include:

Institution Ownership Percentage
The Vanguard Group 9.5%
BlackRock, Inc. 8.3%
State Street Corporation 7.4%
Other Institutions Approx. 35%

Recent Financial Performance

For the nine months ended September 30, 2024, Alexander's, Inc. reported a net income of $31,167,000. This translates to earnings of $6.07 per diluted share, compared to $86,127,000, or $16.79 per diluted share, for the same period in 2023.

Dividend Information

The company declared dividends of $4.50 per common share for the three months ended September 30, 2024, resulting in total dividends paid amounting to $23,101,000 for that period.

Liquidity and Capital Resources

As of September 30, 2024, Alexander's, Inc. reported liquidity of $397,176,000, which includes cash and cash equivalents as well as restricted cash. This is a decrease from $552,977,000 at the end of 2023, primarily attributed to financing activities and cash used in investing activities.

Debt Structure

As of September 30, 2024, the company's outstanding mortgages payable totaled $996,544,000, with a weighted average interest rate of 3.94%:

Property Loan Amount Interest Rate Maturity
731 Lexington Avenue (Office) $400,000,000 5.04% October 2028
731 Lexington Avenue (Retail) $300,000,000 1.76% August 2025
Rego Park II Shopping Center $202,544,000 5.60% December 2025
The Alexander Apartment Tower $94,000,000 2.63% November 2027

Management Agreements

Vornado Realty Trust manages Alexander's, Inc. and is entitled to various fees including:

  • Annual management fee of $2,800,000
  • 2% of gross revenue from the Rego Park II shopping center
  • $0.50 per square foot for tenant-occupied office and retail space at 731 Lexington Avenue
  • Escalating management fees for common area management

In summary, Vornado Realty Trust remains the principal owner and manager of Alexander's, Inc., significantly influencing its operational strategy and financial performance. The company's strong institutional backing and robust financial metrics highlight its position in the real estate market.



Alexander's, Inc. (ALX) Mission Statement

As of 2024, Alexander's, Inc. (NYSE: ALX) aims to enhance the value of its properties through strategic leasing, management, and development while maintaining a commitment to delivering strong financial performance and shareholder value. The company focuses on providing high-quality real estate solutions in urban environments, particularly in New York City.

Core Objectives

  • Maximize rental income through effective leasing strategies.
  • Maintain high occupancy rates across its portfolio.
  • Implement sustainable practices in property management and development.
  • Provide exceptional service to tenants and stakeholders.
  • Enhance shareholder value through prudent capital management.

Financial Overview

As of September 30, 2024, Alexander's reported the following key financial metrics:

Financial Metrics Q3 2024 Q3 2023 9M 2024 9M 2023
Net Income (in thousands) $6,678 $10,754 $31,167 $86,127
Net Income per Share (Basic and Diluted) $1.30 $2.10 $6.07 $16.79
Funds from Operations (FFO) (in thousands) $14,582 $18,623 $57,123 $55,464
FFO per Share $2.84 $3.63 $11.13 $10.81
Rental Revenues (in thousands) $55,675 $55,413 $170,464 $162,027
Operating Expenses (in thousands) $26,446 $25,593 $76,700 $75,355
Cash and Cash Equivalents (in thousands) $354,817 $531,855 $397,176 $552,977

Occupancy and Leasing Activity

As of September 30, 2024, Alexander's portfolio consists of five properties totaling 2,456,000 square feet. The occupancy rates are as follows:

Property Type Occupancy Rate
Commercial 92.1%
Residential 96.5%

Major Tenants

Bloomberg L.P. is a significant tenant, accounting for approximately 55% of rental revenue. The revenue generated from Bloomberg for the nine months ended September 30, 2024, was $93,179,000, compared to $89,863,000 in the same period of 2023.

Recent Developments

On May 3, 2024, Alexander's entered into a lease extension agreement with Bloomberg for approximately 947,000 square feet at the 731 Lexington Avenue property, extending the lease term to February 2040. This extension included a leasing commission of $32,000,000.

As of September 30, 2024, Alexander's had a liquidity position comprising cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash totaling $397,176,000, a decrease from $552,977,000 as of December 31, 2023, largely due to financing activities including $500,000,000 in debt repayments and $69,277,000 in dividends paid.



How Alexander's, Inc. (ALX) Works

Business Model

Alexander's, Inc. operates as a real estate investment trust (REIT) focused on leasing, managing, and developing properties primarily in New York City. The company manages five properties with a total square footage of approximately 2,456,000. As of September 30, 2024, the commercial occupancy rate was 92.1% and the residential occupancy rate was 96.5%.

Financial Performance Overview

For the three months ended September 30, 2024, Alexander's reported net income of $6,678,000, or $1.30 per diluted share, down from $10,754,000, or $2.10 per diluted share, in the same period of the previous year. For the nine months ended September 30, 2024, net income was $31,167,000, or $6.07 per diluted share, compared to $86,127,000, or $16.79 per diluted share, for the same period in 2023.

Financial Metrics Q3 2024 Q3 2023 9M 2024 9M 2023
Net Income ($000) 6,678 10,754 31,167 86,127
Net Income per Share ($) 1.30 2.10 6.07 16.79
Funds from Operations (FFO) ($000) 14,582 18,623 57,123 55,464
FFO per Share ($) 2.84 3.63 11.13 10.81

Revenue Sources

Rental revenues for the three months ended September 30, 2024, amounted to $55,675,000, compared to $55,413,000 for the same period in the previous year. For the nine months ended September 30, 2024, rental revenues were $170,464,000, up from $162,027,000 in 2023.

Revenue Breakdown ($000) Q3 2024 Q3 2023 9M 2024 9M 2023
Lease Revenues 53,244 52,954 163,878 155,502
Parking Revenue 1,168 1,090 3,483 3,300
Tenant Services 1,263 1,369 3,103 3,225
Total Rental Revenues 55,675 55,413 170,464 162,027

Operating Expenses

Operating expenses for the three months ended September 30, 2024, were $26,446,000, compared to $25,593,000 for the same period in 2023. For the nine months ended September 30, 2024, operating expenses totaled $76,700,000, versus $75,355,000 in 2023.

Operating Expenses ($000) Q3 2024 Q3 2023 9M 2024 9M 2023
Operating Expenses 26,446 25,593 76,700 75,355
Depreciation and Amortization 7,972 7,933 26,146 23,492 General and Administrative Expenses 1,423 1,580 5,058 4,845

Debt and Financing

As of September 30, 2024, Alexander's had total debt of $996,544,000, with a weighted average interest rate of 3.94%. The company has various mortgage loans, including a $400,000,000 loan with a fixed rate of 5.04% maturing in October 2028.

Debt Summary ($000) Balance Interest Rate Maturity Date
731 Lexington Avenue, Office Condominium 400,000 5.04% Oct. 9, 2028
731 Lexington Avenue, Retail Condominium 300,000 1.76% Aug. 5, 2025
Rego Park II Shopping Center 202,544 5.60% Dec. 12, 2025
The Alexander Apartment Tower 94,000 2.63% Nov. 1, 2027

Liquidity Position

As of September 30, 2024, the company's liquidity comprised cash and cash equivalents totaling $397,176,000, a decrease from $552,977,000 at the end of 2023. This decrease resulted from net cash used in financing activities and investing activities.

Liquidity Summary ($000) As of Sept 30, 2024 As of Dec 31, 2023
Cash and Cash Equivalents 397,176 552,977
Net Cash Used in Financing Activities (175,824) (69,301)
Net Cash Used in Investing Activities (3,273) 319,537
Net Cash Provided by Operating Activities 23,296 64,367


How Alexander's, Inc. (ALX) Makes Money

Business Model Overview

Alexander's, Inc. operates as a real estate investment trust (REIT) focused on leasing, managing, developing, and redeveloping its properties. The company primarily generates revenue through rental income from its commercial and residential properties, along with other income streams such as parking and tenant services.

Revenue Streams

The primary source of revenue for Alexander's, Inc. is rental income. As of the nine months ended September 30, 2024, the total rental revenues amounted to $170,464,000, compared to $162,027,000 for the same period in 2023. This represents an increase of $8,437,000.

Revenue Source Q3 2024 Revenue ($) Q3 2023 Revenue ($) 9M 2024 Revenue ($) 9M 2023 Revenue ($)
Lease Revenues 53,244,000 52,954,000 163,878,000 155,502,000
Parking Revenue 1,168,000 1,090,000 3,483,000 3,300,000
Tenant Services 1,263,000 1,369,000 3,103,000 3,225,000
Total Rental Revenues 55,675,000 55,413,000 170,464,000 162,027,000

Significant Tenant Contributions

Bloomberg L.P. is a significant tenant, accounting for approximately 55% of total rental revenues. For the nine months ended September 30, 2024, Bloomberg contributed $93,179,000 in revenue, up from $89,863,000 in the same period in 2023.

Operating Expenses

For the nine months ended September 30, 2024, total operating expenses amounted to $76,700,000, an increase from $75,355,000 in 2023. The increase was primarily attributed to higher real estate tax expenses.

Net Income and Funds from Operations (FFO)

Net income for the nine months ended September 30, 2024, was $31,167,000, or $6.07 per diluted share, compared to $86,127,000, or $16.79 per diluted share for the same period in 2023. The significant decline in net income was largely due to a prior year's gain from the sale of real estate.

Funds from operations (FFO) for the nine-month period in 2024 was $57,123,000, or $11.13 per diluted share, compared to $55,464,000, or $10.81 per diluted share in the previous year.

Financial Metric 9M 2024 ($) 9M 2023 ($)
Net Income 31,167,000 86,127,000
FFO 57,123,000 55,464,000

Debt and Financing Activities

As of September 30, 2024, the total debt stood at $996,544,000. Recent financing activities include a new $400,000,000 mortgage loan on the office condominium portion of 731 Lexington Avenue at a fixed rate of 5.04%, maturing in October 2028.

Cash Flow and Liquidity

The company reported net cash provided by operating activities of $23,296,000 for the nine months ended September 30, 2024. Cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash totaled $397,176,000 as of September 30, 2024.

Cash Flow Type 9M 2024 ($) 9M 2023 ($)
Operating Activities 23,296,000 64,367,000
Investing Activities (3,273,000) 319,537,000
Financing Activities (175,824,000) (69,301,000)

Occupancy Rates

As of September 30, 2024, the commercial occupancy rate was 92.1%, while the residential occupancy rate was 96.5%.

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