Antara Nag-Chaudhuri's questions to American Assets Trust Inc (AAT) leadership • Q1 2025
Question
Antara Nag-Chaudhuri of KeyBanc Capital Markets asked about plans to redeploy the remaining proceeds from the Del Monte Center sale and requested an update on the leasing pipeline and stabilization timeline for the La Jolla property.
Answer
President and CEO Adam Wyll stated that while AAT is monitoring multifamily and retail acquisition opportunities, the company is comfortable holding the excess cash for balance sheet strength amid economic uncertainty. Regarding La Jolla, Head of Office Steve Center described the market as tight, detailed a competitive proposal for a two-floor deal, and noted that leasing is expected to accelerate upon completion of spec suites and amenities in November.