Summary
Health Care REIT, Inc. (WELL) reported its financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2009. The company, an equity real estate investment trust focused on senior housing and health care properties, demonstrated resilience amidst a challenging economic environment. Revenue increased year-over-year, driven by growth in rental and interest income, reflecting a diversified portfolio and strategic investments. Despite macroeconomic headwinds, the company maintained strong liquidity and financial flexibility, with notable transactions including equity offerings to strengthen its balance sheet and new debt financing. Management remains focused on portfolio management, liquidity, and selective investment to navigate the current economic conditions while positioning the company for long-term growth.
Financial Highlights
23 data points| Revenue | $139.04M |
| SG&A Expenses | $11.06M |
| Operating Expenses | $86.52M |
| Interest Expense | $26.11M |
| Net Income | $59.24M |
| EPS (Basic) | $0.53 |
| EPS (Diluted) | $0.53 |
| Shares Outstanding (Basic) | 110.86M |
| Shares Outstanding (Diluted) | 111.27M |
Key Highlights
- 1Rental income increased by 12% year-over-year for the three months ended June 30, 2009, reaching $130.3 million, indicating continued demand for healthcare real estate.
- 2Net income attributable to common stockholders for the quarter was $59.2 million, or $0.53 per diluted share, compared to $155.4 million, or $1.73 per diluted share, in the prior year period. The decrease was largely due to significant gains on property sales in the prior year.
- 3The company maintained a strong liquidity position, with cash and cash equivalents of $79.5 million at June 30, 2009, and available borrowing capacity under its unsecured line of credit.
- 4Investment properties represent the largest segment of the company's portfolio, accounting for 19.2% of investments, with skilled nursing facilities making up the largest sub-segment within investment properties.
- 5Health Care REIT successfully completed a public offering of common stock in February 2009, raising approximately $210.9 million in net proceeds, bolstering its capital position.
- 6The company continued to pay consistent cash dividends, with the quarterly dividend of $0.68 per share representing the 153rd consecutive quarterly payment.
- 7Despite economic challenges, the company maintained its focus on portfolio diversification and prudent financial management, with a debt-to-book capitalization ratio of 44% at June 30, 2009.