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    Earnings call· Jun 2026(Q2 FY26)

    Easterly Government Properties Q2 FY26 earnings call DEA

    Aug 3, 2026 Source

    Executive summary

    Easterly Government Properties Q2 FY26 — Strong FFO Growth and Raised Guidance Amidst Pipeline Conversion Optimism

    Easterly Government Properties reported a strong quarter, exceeding its long-term FFO growth target and raising full-year guidance, driven by robust portfolio performance and successful capital markets execution. The company is optimistic about converting its $1.5 billion pipeline into accretive growth as its share price improves, while maintaining a focus on mission-critical government assets and a disciplined capital allocation strategy.

    Highlights

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    • Delivered year-over-year Core FFO per share growth of 5.4%, exceeding the 2%-3% stated long-term target.

    • Total revenue for the quarter was $92.4 million, up 10% year-over-year.

    • Secured a new $200 million term loan facility with a 5-year maturity at an initial spread of 130 basis points over SOFR.

    • Occupancy stood at 98% and weighted average lease term at 9.2 years, comparing favorably to office REIT peers.

    • Raised full-year Core FFO per share guidance range by $0.01 at the midpoint, to $3.07-$3.13.

    Concerns

    3

    • The current interest rate environment remains challenging, driven in part by geopolitical conditions.

    • The FAA move-out is expected in October, though management hopes for a delay, which could impact revenue.

    • Maintenance CapEx was higher this quarter due to seasonality, though full-year guidance remains consistent.

    Guidance & targets

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    CategoryTargetConfidence
    Full-year Core FFO per share
    $3.07 to $3.13
    high materiality
    High
    Gross development-related investment
    $50 million to $100 million
    medium materiality
    High
    Wholly-owned acquisitions
    $50 million
    medium materiality
    High
    Investment-grade rating
    Achieve an additional investment-grade rating
    high materiality
    Medium
    Long-term Core FFO per share growth
    2% to 3%
    high materiality
    High

    Operational metrics

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    Total revenue
    $92.4 millionUp from $84.2 million in Q2 FY25
    Q2 FY26

    Driven by acquisitions, development, lease renewals, and TI and BAC income.

    EBITDA
    $58.4 millionUp from $54.3 million in Q2 FY25
    Q2 FY26

    Approximately 8% growth year-over-year.

    Net income per share
    $0.07
    Q2 FY26

    On a fully diluted basis.

    FFO per share
    $0.78Up from $0.74 in prior year
    Q2 FY26

    Approximately 5% growth year-over-year.

    Core FFO per share
    $0.78Up from $0.74 in prior year
    Q2 FY26

    Approximately 5% growth year-over-year.

    Cash available for distribution
    $25.8 million
    Q2 FY26

    For the quarter.

    Term loan facility
    $200 million
    Q2 FY26

    Secured with attractive terms, used to pay down revolving credit facility.

    Mezzanine financing program target
    $30 million to $50 million
    Ongoing

    Target for the mezzanine program, with many opportunities in final stages of lease procurement.

    Maintenance CapEx
    $1.50 to $2
    FY26

    Full year general range, with seasonality impacting quarterly spend.

    Debt issuance target for investment-grade
    >$300 million
    Annually

    Target volume for debt issuance to support investment-grade status and drive volume.

    Acquisition and development pipeline
    $1.5 billion
    Q2 FY26

    Pipeline built over several years, with opportunities expected to be unlocked as share price improves.

    Target portfolio mix (alternative assets)
    30%
    Long-term

    Goal for the portfolio to include state, local, or government-adjacent assets with 2%-3% escalators.

    Industry KPIs

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    MetricValueDetails
    Occupancy rate98%%
    Revenue growth10%%
    Investment volume closed$50MUSD
    Net debt adjusted EBITDA7.3xx
    Ffo core ffo normalized ffo per share$0.78per share
    Development pipeline under construction$50M-$100MUSD
    Lease renewal spread re leasing recaptureMid-to-high teens%
    Third party strategic capital fund jv platform$30M-$50MUSD

    Orderbook & backlog

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    Acquisition and development pipeline$1.5 billionQ2 FY26

    Includes development opportunities and potential acquisitions; management expects to begin converting in coming quarters.

    Mezzanine financing program$30 million to $50 millionQ2 FY26

    Target program size for mezzanine financing opportunities, many in final stages of lease procurement.

    Capital programs

    3
    FDL lab facility in Fort Myers, Floridaunderway
    Start: August of 2025

    On track with construction timeline for delivery later this year, expected to be a high-quality mission-critical addition.

    U.S. Courthouse in Flagstaff, Arizonaunderway

    Progressing nicely and expected to be a high-quality mission-critical addition to the portfolio.

    U.S. Courthouse in Medford, Oregonunderway

    Progressing nicely and expected to be a high-quality mission-critical addition to the portfolio.

    Risks & headwinds

    3
    Challenging interest rate environmentOngoing

    N/A

    Mitigation: Successful capital markets execution (e.g., term loan), pursuit of investment-grade rating to enhance debt access.

    FAA move-outQ4 FY26

    Lease expires October

    Mitigation: Management hopes for a delay in the move-out process; no additional revenue added to model at this time.

    Seller expectations in acquisition marketOngoing

    N/A

    Mitigation: Pipeline rotation of $100M-$200M quarterly; selective approach to acquisitions, focusing on unique circumstances and long-term holding advantages.

    What to watch in Q3 FY26

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    FAA lease expiration/move-out

    Next quarter (Q3 FY26 call)
    CurrentExpected October move-out
    TargetDelayed move-out or new lease terms

    Why it matters

    Potential impact on revenue and occupancy.

    So we -- at this point, they will stay through at least the end of the lease term. Their notice provisions have expired. So they will be -- they're definitely through the end of October. We're hoping for a better update on their moving process over the next month or so.

    Q&A highlights

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    How should we think about the cadence of unlocking opportunities from the $1.5 billion acquisition pipeline given the improved share price?

    Management stated that at current stock levels, they can achieve material movement with a couple of hundred million dollars of solid growth. If the stock price improves further, they could see very material acquisition volume, well in excess of historical levels, due to the company's small size.

    “it doesn't take much for us to be able to make a material difference, and we've been managing Mike Ibe and Chris Wang have been developing, managing, nurturing, cultivating this $1.5 billion pipeline for the last couple of years as we've continued execute on this on our growth strategy successfully.”

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    Detailed Narrative

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    Strong Financial Performance and Guidance Raise

    Easterly Government Properties reported robust financial results for Q2 FY26, with total revenue increasing 10% year-over-year to $92.4 million and EBITDA growing 8% to $58.4 million. Core FFO per share reached $0.78, representing a 5.4% year-over-year growth, surpassing the company's long-term target of 2%-3%. This strong performance led to a raised full-year Core FFO per share guidance range to $3.07-$3.13, up $0.01 at the midpoint.

    02

    Strategic Differentiation and Portfolio Quality

    The company emphasized its differentiation from traditional office real estate, owning facilities that support essential government missions with long-duration leases to high-credit federal, state, and municipal tenants. The portfolio's quality is reflected in its 98% occupancy rate and a weighted average lease term of 9.2 years, which compare favorably to peers and underscore the durability of its cash flows.

    03

    Capital Markets Execution and Deleveraging Path

    Easterly successfully closed a new $200 million term loan facility with a 5-year maturity at an attractive spread of 130 basis points over SOFR, enhancing liquidity. The company's net debt to annualized quarterly EBITDA stands at 7.3x, down from Q1, with a clear deleveraging path expected from development project reimbursements and incremental EBITDA growth. This progress supports the goal of achieving an additional investment-grade rating by 2027.

    04

    Acquisition and Development Pipeline Conversion

    Management highlighted a $1.5 billion acquisition and development pipeline, noting that an improving share price is bringing more opportunities within reach for accretive funding. The company anticipates beginning to unlock material acquisition volume in the coming quarters⏳, with a strategic focus on both GSA and alternative assets to achieve a target of 30% alternative assets in the portfolio, aiming to enhance same-store growth by 60-90 basis points.

    05

    Development Project Progress

    All three active development projects, including the FDL lab facility in Fort Myers, Florida, and U.S. Courthouses in Flagstaff, Arizona, and Medford, Oregon, are progressing nicely. The FDL lab facility, which broke ground in August 2025, is on track for delivery later this year, expected to contribute to future portfolio growth and deleveraging.

    06

    Lease Expirations and Renewal Strategy

    The company is actively engaged in the procurement process for upcoming lease expirations through most months of 2027. Management expects mid-to-high teens net effective rent growth and approximately $35 per square foot in tenant improvements and building allowances on average for these renewals, reflecting strong tenant stickiness and efficient landlord-government relations. Lease expirations are generally around 5% annually, with less than 1% in 2030.

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