Clipper Realty trades at a depressed valuation, offering an 9% yield and significant upside if AFFO growth continues and 250 Livingston is resolved. AFFO is growing rapidly due to high occupancy and rental growth, but the loss of 250 Livingston's tenant poses a material risk to future cash flow. Debt is high but manageable, with near-term refinancing likely to lower interest costs; long-term maturities reduce immediate risk.
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Clipper Realty Inc. trades at its lowest valuation ever despite record fiscal 2025 first-quarter revenue, strong rental demand, and positive leasing spreads in a tight NYC market. The upcoming lease-up of 953 Dean Street and renewal at 141 Livingston offset the risk from the anchor tenant exit at 250 Livingston. Debt remains a key risk, but recent asset sales, new financing, and strong free cash flow provide liquidity and dividend coverage.
Clipper Realty Inc. has appreciated over the past year, despite substantial volatility and regulatory challenges in the NYC residential market. Q1 results were strong with $0.19 FFO, beating estimates, and 10% revenue growth, but significant risks remain due to rent-regulated exposure and potential leasing issues. Clipper's single-property loan structure mitigates creditor disputes, but deteriorating lender relationships and refinancing challenges pose significant risks, particularly for rent-controlled properties.
Clipper Realty Inc. (NYSE:CLPR ) Q1 2025 Earnings Conference Call May 12, 2025 5:00 PM ET Company Participants Lawrence Sava - Corporate Controller David Bistricer - Co-Chairman and Chief Executive Officer JJ Bistricer - Chief Operating Officer Lawrence Kreider - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Buck Horne - Raymond James Operator Good afternoon, and welcome to today's Clipper Realty Q1 Earnings Call. At this time, all participants have been placed on a listen-only mode, and we will open the floor for questions and comments after the presentation.
Clipper Realty Inc. (CLPR) came out with quarterly funds from operations (FFO) of $0.19 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.16 per share. This compares to FFO of $0.14 per share a year ago.
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Clipper Realty Inc. (NYSE:CLPR ) Q4 2024 Earnings Conference Call February 18, 2025 5:00 PM ET Company Participants Lawrence Sava - Corporate Controller David Bistricer - Co-Chairman and CEO Jacob Bistricer - COO Lawrence Kreider - CFO Conference Call Participants Operator Good day, and welcome to the Clipper Realty Quarterly Earnings Call. At this time, all participants have been placed on a listen-only mode and the floor will be opened for questions and comments after the presentation.
Clipper Realty's 9.3% dividend yield is significantly elevated due to a broad REIT pullback, presenting a strong buy opportunity with robust revenue growth and record FFO. The REIT's fiscal 2024 fourth-quarter revenue rose 9.1% year-over-year, driven by positive leasing spreads, with FFO providing substantial 200% coverage on dividend payments. CLPR's current yield is excessively high compared to its financial health, suggesting a fair price of at least $6 per share.
Clipper Realty Inc. (CLPR) came out with quarterly funds from operations (FFO) of $0.19 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.14 per share. This compares to FFO of $0.15 per share a year ago.
Clipper Realty gets a hold rating as its low share price and undervaluation is overcome by negative equity, a limited portfolio, and lacking a proven profitability lately. Macro factors like rental housing demand growth in the NYC market could be in its favor. Although the dividend yield is past 9%, there is no proven dividend growth. However, the firm's positive cashflow could provide sustainability.
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