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    BXP is one of the largest publicly traded office real estate investment trusts (REITs) in the U.S., primarily focused on developing, owning, and managing premier workplaces. The company's properties are concentrated in six major U.S. gateway markets: Boston, Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco, Seattle, and Washington, DC . BXP generates revenue mainly through leasing these premier workplaces to clients, emphasizing long-term leases with financially strong clients across diverse market sectors . Additionally, BXP earns revenue from its View Boston observatory at The Prudential Center, hotel operations, and management and development fees from joint ventures and third-party property owners .

    1. Leasing of Premier Workplaces - Generates revenue by leasing office spaces in major U.S. gateway markets, focusing on long-term agreements with financially robust clients .
    2. View Boston Observatory - Includes ticket sales, special events, food and beverage, and merchandise sales at The Prudential Center .
    3. Hotel Operations - Earns revenue from room rentals and other guest services .
    4. Management and Development Fees - Provides management and development services to unconsolidated joint ventures and third-party property owners .
    NamePositionStart DateShort Bio
    Owen D. ThomasChairman of the Board and Chief Executive OfficerApril 2013Owen D. Thomas has been a director and CEO of Boston Properties, Inc. since April 2013. He has over 35 years of experience in the real estate industry, with previous roles at Morgan Stanley, including CEO of Morgan Stanley Asia Ltd. .
    Douglas T. LindePresidentMay 2007Douglas T. Linde has been the President of BXP since May 2007. He joined BXP in January 1997 and has held various positions, including CFO and Treasurer. He has over 37 years of experience in real estate .
    Raymond A. RitcheySenior Executive Vice PresidentJanuary 2016Raymond A. Ritchey has been with BXP since 1980 and has served as Senior Executive Vice President since January 2016. He supports BXP's regional businesses and coordinates leasing and client relationships .
    Michael E. LaBelleExecutive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer & TreasurerJanuary 2016Michael E. LaBelle has been the EVP, CFO & Treasurer of BXP since January 2016. He oversees finance, accounting, tax, and investor relations, among other responsibilities. He joined BXP in March 2000 .
    Bryan J. KoopExecutive Vice President, Boston RegionJanuary 2016Bryan J. Koop has been the EVP, Boston Region of BXP since January 2016. He oversees BXP's Boston area operations and joined BXP in 1999 .
    Rodney C. DiehlExecutive Vice President, West Coast RegionsFebruary 2024Rodney C. Diehl has been the EVP, West Coast Regions of BXP since February 2024. He oversees operations in the San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles, and Seattle regions .
    Peter V. OtteniExecutive Vice President, Co-Head of the Washington, DC RegionJanuary 2022Peter V. Otteni has been with BXP since 2000 and serves as EVP, Co-Head of the Washington, DC Region. He has held various positions at BXP, including VP, Development .
    Hilary J. SpannExecutive Vice President, New York RegionSeptember 2021Hilary J. Spann has been the EVP, New York Region of BXP since September 2021 and became the Head of the New York Region in January 2022. She oversees all activities in New York and Princeton, NJ .
    John J. StromanExecutive Vice President, Co-Head of the Washington, DC RegionJanuary 2022John J. Stroman has been the EVP, Co-Head of the Washington, DC Region at BXP since January 2022. He oversees leasing, legal, and property management activities for the region .
    Donna D. GareschéExecutive Vice President, Chief Human Resources OfficerFebruary 2023Donna D. Garesché has been with BXP since 2010 and serves as EVP, Chief Human Resources Officer since February 2023. She leads BXP's human capital strategy .
    Eric G. KevorkianSenior Vice President, Chief Legal Officer & SecretaryJune 2022Eric G. Kevorkian has been the SVP, Chief Legal Officer & Secretary of BXP since June 2022. He oversees legal and risk management departments and has been with BXP since 2003 .
    Michael R. WalshSenior Vice President, Chief Accounting OfficerMay 2016Michael R. Walsh has been the SVP, Chief Accounting Officer of BXP since May 2016. He oversees financial reporting, property accounting, and tax compliance .
    1. With leverage expected to remain elevated over the next several quarters due to your development pipeline funding, how are you addressing potential concerns from credit rating agencies, and what measures are you taking to mitigate refinancing risks in a higher interest rate environment?
    2. Given the decline in same-store NOI driven by lower occupancy rates, despite leasing efforts, what specific strategies are you implementing to reverse this trend, and how confident are you in achieving the projected occupancy growth next year?
    3. As operating expenses have increased due to higher utilities and repair and maintenance costs, and are expected to rise further in the third quarter, how are you managing these costs to protect your margins, and what impact do you anticipate on your financial performance for the remainder of the year?
    4. Considering the limited acquisition opportunities in the premier workplace segment and the current bid-ask spread preventing transactions, how do you plan to achieve growth through acquisitions, and are you adjusting your investment criteria to capitalize on potential market dislocations?
    5. With rising construction and capital costs challenging the feasibility of new residential developments and not all projects meeting your target yields, how are you prioritizing these projects, and what alternative strategies are you exploring to achieve the mid-6% yields you're seeking?
    YearAmount Due (in billions)Debt TypeInterest Rate (%)% of Total Debt
    20250.850Unsecured Senior Notes3.2005.2% = (0.850 / 16.2) * 100
    20250.700Unsecured Term Loan6.454.3% = (0.700 / 16.2) * 100
    20250.204Mortgage Debt (901 New York Avenue)3.611.3% = (0.204 / 16.2) * 100
    20261.000Unsecured Senior Notes3.6506.2% = (1.000 / 16.2) * 100
    20261.000Unsecured Senior Notes2.7506.2% = (1.000 / 16.2) * 100
    20270.750Unsecured Senior Notes6.7504.6% = (0.750 / 16.2) * 100
    20281.000Unsecured Senior Notes4.5006.2% = (1.000 / 16.2) * 100
    20290.850Unsecured Senior Notes3.4005.2% = (0.850 / 16.2) * 100
    20300.700Unsecured Senior Notes2.9004.3% = (0.700 / 16.2) * 100
    20311.250Unsecured Senior Notes3.2507.7% = (1.250 / 16.2) * 100
    20320.850Unsecured Senior Notes2.5505.2% = (0.850 / 16.2) * 100
    20330.850Unsecured Senior Notes2.4505.2% = (0.850 / 16.2) * 100
    20340.750Unsecured Senior Notes6.5004.6% = (0.750 / 16.2) * 100
    20350.850Unsecured Senior Notes5.7505.2% = (0.850 / 16.2) * 100
    CustomerRelationshipSegmentDetails
    Salesforce.com
    Long-term lease occupant
    All
    2.10% of BXP's in-service portfolio
    Biogen
    Long-term lease occupant
    All
    2.00% of BXP's in-service portfolio
    Google
    Long-term lease occupant
    All
    1.97% of BXP's in-service portfolio
    Fannie Mae
    Long-term lease occupant
    All
    1.68% of BXP's in-service portfolio
    Akamai Technologies
    Long-term lease occupant
    All
    1.55% of BXP's in-service portfolio
    Snap
    Long-term lease occupant
    All
    1.43% of BXP's in-service portfolio
    Microsoft
    Long-term lease occupant
    All
    1.41% of BXP's in-service portfolio
    Ropes & Gray
    Long-term lease occupant
    All
    1.27% of BXP's in-service portfolio
    Kirkland & Ellis
    Long-term lease occupant
    All
    1.01% of BXP's in-service portfolio
    Wellington Management
    Long-term lease occupant
    All
    0.95% of BXP's in-service portfolio
    Shearman & Sterling
    Long-term lease occupant
    All
    0.91% of BXP's in-service portfolio
    Millennium Management
    Long-term lease occupant
    All
    0.88% of BXP's in-service portfolio
    Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer
    Long-term lease occupant
    All
    0.87% of BXP's in-service portfolio
    Marriott
    Long-term lease occupant
    All
    0.87% of BXP's in-service portfolio
    WeWork
    Long-term lease occupant
    All
    0.87% of BXP's in-service portfolio
    Leidos
    Long-term lease occupant
    All
    0.83% of BXP's in-service portfolio
    Blue Cross Blue Shield
    Long-term lease occupant
    All
    0.82% of BXP's in-service portfolio
    Bank of America
    Long-term lease occupant
    All
    0.78% of BXP's in-service portfolio
    US Government
    Long-term lease occupant
    All
    0.75% of BXP's in-service portfolio
    Bain Capital
    Long-term lease occupant
    All
    0.75% of BXP's in-service portfolio
    NameStart DateEnd DateReason for Change
    PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP1997PresentCurrent auditor

    Recent developments and announcements about BXP.

    Financial Reporting

      Earnings Call

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      6 days ago

      BXP recently released its fourth quarter 2024 earnings call transcript, providing insights into its financial performance and strategic outlook for 2025. Key points from the earnings call include:

      • Financial Performance: BXP reported total consolidated revenues of $3.4 billion for 2024, with a full year Funds From Operations (FFO) of $1.25 billion or $7.10 per share. The fourth quarter FFO was $1.79 per share, aligning with previous guidance. The company experienced a 4% revenue increase in 2024, driven by new developments coming into service.

      • Occupancy and Leasing: BXP's occupancy improved by 50 basis points to 87.5% in the fourth quarter, with its premier workplace CBD buildings achieving 90.9% occupancy. The company completed over 2.3 million square feet of leasing in the quarter, marking its most active quarter since 2019.

      • 2025 Guidance: BXP's 2025 guidance anticipates growth from development deliveries and higher fee income, offset by lower termination income and interest income. The company expects a modest decline in FFO for 2025, primarily due to lower interest income from reduced cash balances used to fund developments.

      • Strategic Initiatives: BXP is focusing on development activities, with several projects expected to contribute to its Net Operating Income (NOI) in 2025. These include fully leased properties like 300 Binney Street and DICK's House of Sport, as well as ongoing lease-ups at Skymark and life science projects in South San Francisco and Waltham.

      • Market Conditions: The company noted positive absorption in San Francisco for the first time in a while, driven by demand from new technology companies. BXP is optimistic about continued leasing activity across its markets, despite challenges in some areas.

      • Analyst Questions: Analysts inquired about occupancy guidance, leasing strategies, and the impact of market conditions on BXP's performance. Management highlighted the importance of maintaining leasing momentum and adapting to market dynamics, such as interest rates and tenant demand.

      Overall, BXP is navigating a complex market environment with a focus on strategic developments and maintaining strong occupancy levels in its premier workplace properties.

      Earnings Report

      ·
      7 days ago

      BXP Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Earnings Results

      BXP, Inc. (NYSE: BXP), the largest publicly traded developer, owner, and manager of premier workplaces in the United States, released its earnings results for the fourth quarter and full year 2024 on January 28, 2025. Below are the key highlights:

      Financial Performance

      • Revenue: Increased by 3.6% to $858.6 million in Q4 2024, compared to $828.9 million in Q4 2023.
      • Net Income: Reported a net loss of $230.0 million (-$1.45 per diluted share) for Q4 2024, primarily due to non-cash impairment charges of $341.3 million related to investments in unconsolidated joint ventures.
      • Funds from Operations (FFO): Achieved $284.0 million ($1.79 per diluted share) in Q4 2024, slightly down from $286.2 million ($1.82 per diluted share) in Q4 2023.

      Full Year 2024 Highlights

      • Net Income: $14.3 million ($0.09 per diluted share), a significant decline from $190.2 million ($1.21 per diluted share) in 2023, due to the aforementioned impairment charges.
      • FFO: $1.1 billion ($7.10 per diluted share), consistent with 2023's $1.1 billion ($7.28 per diluted share).

      Leasing Activity

      • Q4 2024: Executed 83 leases totaling over 2.3 million square feet, marking the strongest leasing quarter since Q2 2019.
      • Full Year 2024: Signed 291 leases covering approximately 5.6 million square feet, with a weighted-average lease term of 9.8 years.
      • Occupancy: The CBD portfolio was 90.9% occupied and 92.8% leased, while the total portfolio was 87.5% occupied and 89.4% leased.

      2025 Guidance

      • Q1 2025: Projected EPS of $0.33 - $0.35 and FFO of $1.63 - $1.65 per diluted share.
      • Full Year 2025: Projected EPS of $1.57 - $1.75 and FFO of $6.77 - $6.95 per diluted share.

      Key Trends and Insights

      • The decline in net income for 2024 was driven by non-cash impairment charges related to joint ventures, which are not expected to recur in 2025.
      • The company’s leasing activity in Q4 2024 was 130% of its historical 10-year average, reflecting strong demand for its premier workplace properties.
      • BXP’s focus on dynamic urban gateway markets continues to drive its leasing and occupancy performance, with 88% of annualized rental obligations derived from clients in its CBD portfolio.

      For further details, BXP will host a conference call on January 29, 2025, at 10:00 AM ET. A replay of the call will be available on the company’s website.


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