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    Earnings call· Jun 2026(Q2 FY26)

    SUN COMMUNITIES Q2 FY26 earnings call SUI

    Jul 28, 2026 Source

    Executive summary

    Sun Communities Q2 FY26 — Strong MH Performance and Raised Guidance

    Sun Communities delivered strong second-quarter results, driven by robust Manufactured Housing performance and disciplined expense management, leading to core FFO per share exceeding guidance. The company is raising its full-year same-property NOI outlook and continues to execute on strategic priorities including portfolio optimization, share repurchases, and technology investments. The sale of the UK business is on track, further sharpening focus on core MH and RV platforms.

    Highlights

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    • Core FFO per share of $1.84, exceeding the high-end of guidance by $0.05.

    • North American same-property MH and RV NOI increased 6%, exceeding guidance.

    • Manufactured Housing same-property NOI increased 8.8%, exceeding expectations.

    • Repurchased approximately $200 million of common stock in Q2 and subsequent, totaling $260 million year-to-date.

    • MH occupancy remained above 98%.

    Concerns

    2

    • RV base rent growth decelerated sequentially in Q2 to 3.8% from 6.5% in Q1, though management attributes this to revenue mix optimization.

    • Home sales volume down year-over-year, attributed to fewer pre-owned home purchases and resident retention.

    Guidance & targets

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    CategoryTargetConfidence
    Core FFO per share
    $7.02
    high materiality
    High
    Combined North America MH and RV same-property NOI growth
    4.9%
    high materiality
    High
    Manufactured Housing same-property NOI growth
    6.5%
    medium materiality
    High
    RV same-property NOI growth
    1%
    medium materiality
    High
    Mortgage maturities remaining
    $56 million
    low materiality
    High
    Line of credit repayment
    outstanding balance on our line of credit
    low materiality
    High
    Real property same-store revenue growth
    4.25%
    medium materiality
    High

    Segment performance

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    SegmentRevenueYoYQoQMargin
    North America MH and RV (Combined)
    Performance driven by solid revenue growth, disciplined expense management, and operational initiatives.
    Exceeded guidance range
    		—6%—NOI
    Manufactured Housing
    Exceeded expectations, primarily driven by segment growth and disciplined expense management. Demand remains exceptionally strong.
    Occupancy: above 98%
    		6.2% growth6.2%—8.8% NOI increase
    RV Portfolio
    Annual demand remained resilient. Pacing improved as the season progressed. Initiatives implemented earlier this year are delivering results.
    		———NOI in line with guidance

    Operational metrics

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    Core FFO per share
    $1.84exceeded high-end of guidance by $0.05
    Q2 FY26

    Outperformance primarily driven by strength in Manufactured Housing portfolio and disciplined expense management.

    Share repurchase authorization remaining
    $800 million
    as of 2026-07-28

    Part of a new $1 billion buyback program.

    Shares repurchased year-to-date
    $260 million
    YTD FY26

    Includes approximately $200 million repurchased during and subsequent to Q2.

    Total shares repurchased since program inception
    6.5 million shares or $800 millionapproximately 5.1% of common shares outstanding at program start
    since program inception

    Since initiating share repurchase program last year.

    Total debt balance
    $4.1 billion
    as of 2026-06-30
    Weighted average interest rate
    3.3%
    as of 2026-06-30
    Weighted average maturity
    6.9 years
    as of 2026-06-30
    Net debt to trailing 12-month recurring EBITDA
    3.9x
    as of 2026-06-30

    Target leverage range is 3.5x to 4.5x.

    Mortgage loans repaid
    $178 million
    Q2 FY26

    Part of continued focus on capital allocation and growing unsecured capacity.

    Mortgage loans repaid
    $258 million
    subsequent to Q2 FY26

    Part of continued focus on capital allocation and growing unsecured capacity.

    Annual RV growth
    6.5%
    Q1 FY26

    Cited by analyst, confirmed by management as prior quarter's performance.

    Annual RV growth
    3.8%decelerated sequentially from 6.5% in Q1
    Q2 FY26

    Deceleration attributed to active choice for revenue mix optimization.

    Net conversions
    close to 100
    Q2 FY26

    Part of optimizing the transient-annual site mix.

    UK core FFO contribution
    $86 million
    FY26

    Provided in supplemental disclosure, embedded in 2026 core FFO guidance range.

    G&A
    $172 million
    FY26

    Excludes UK G&A, which is now in discontinued operations.

    UK G&A
    $39 million - $40 million
    FY26

    Now included in the net contribution of $86 million in discontinued operations guidance.

    RV revenue contribution from transient
    46% to 47%
    Q3 FY26

    Q3 represents the greatest period of RV contribution annually.

    FFO beat vs. guidance
    $0.09
    Q1 FY26

    Analyst reference to prior quarter's performance.

    FFO guidance raise
    $0.04
    Q1 FY26

    Analyst reference to prior quarter's performance.

    FFO beat vs. guidance
    $0.08
    Q2 FY26

    Analyst reference to current quarter's performance.

    Total FFO beat vs. guidance
    $0.17
    H1 FY26

    Analyst calculation of cumulative beat.

    Recurring CapEx
    almost $19 millionup roughly $6 million year-over-year
    Q2 FY26

    Investments focused on long-term growth, technology, and maintaining quality.

    Industry KPIs

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    MetricValueDetails
    Occupancy rateabove 98%%
    New supply backdroplimited new supply
    Same store revenue growth6.4%%

    Deals & partnerships

    2
    nullSale of UK business (Park Holidays team)

    Subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals. UK portfolio now classified as held for sale and reported as discontinued operations.

    IngeniaJoint Venture

    Performance of this JV is contributing to higher expected income.

    Risks & headwinds

    3
    Housing affordability shortage in the U.S.long-term

    significant

    Mitigation: Manufactured Housing uniquely positioned to address this need; 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act aims to reduce barriers to development.

    Delays in new home closingsearlier this year

    some delays

    Mitigation: Expect to pick up much of that over the course of the second half.

    Home sales volume down year-over-yearyear-over-year

    down

    Mitigation: Attributed to fewer pre-owned home purchases (residents not wanting to sell) and made up on the broker side; home sales contribution to FFO is not as material as in prior years.

    What to watch in Q3 FY26

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    UK Business Sale Completion

    by year-end
    Currenton track to close by the end of the year
    TargetClosed

    Why it matters

    Completion of the sale will simplify the portfolio, sharpen focus on core MH/RV, and provide proceeds for debt repayment and capital allocation.

    In May, we announced the sale of our UK business, an important milestone that further simplifies our portfolio and sharpens our focus on our core Manufactured Housing and RV platform. This transaction remains on track to close by the end of the year, subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals.

    Q&A highlights

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    Seeking details on positives/negatives relative to expectations for transient RV in Q2 and July.

    Management expressed satisfaction with Q2 execution, noting stable demand and solid pacing. They highlighted continuous refinement of their RV approach, including successful transient-to-annual conversions in the past and current focus on maximizing performance through technology, data analytics, and enhanced operating discipline. They are optimistic about underlying trends for Q3 and the latter half of the year.

    “We like the trends. We like the demand, we like the pacing and the best part is we're executing better than we have before.”

    asked by Jana Galan · answered by John McLaren

    2 min read7 chapters

    Detailed Narrative

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    Strategic Priorities and Execution

    Management highlighted three core strategic priorities: disciplined capital allocation, optimizing the operating platform, and investing in people, technology, and operating capabilities. The strong Q2 performance, including exceeding FFO guidance, was attributed to the successful execution of these initiatives, simplifying processes, enhancing transparency, and improving productivity.

    02

    UK Business Sale

    The company announced the sale of its UK business in May, which remains on track to close by year-end, subject to customary conditions. This divestiture is intended to simplify the portfolio and sharpen the focus on the core Manufactured Housing and RV platforms, with the UK portfolio now classified as held for sale and reported as discontinued operations.

    03

    Capital Allocation Strategy

    Sun Communities emphasized its disciplined approach to capital allocation, balancing organic growth, external investments, portfolio optimization, and shareholder returns. The new $1 billion buyback program and recent share repurchases underscore conviction in the company's value and commitment to financial flexibility.

    04

    RV Portfolio Optimization

    The RV portfolio is managed with a balanced approach, leveraging demand, pricing, and inventory data. Technology and systems have been deployed to provide better enterprise-wide booking visibility, improving customer experience and operational efficiency. The focus is on optimizing the transient📎-annual site mix and enhancing revenue management.

    05

    Impact of 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act

    The recently signed law is viewed as constructive for the Manufactured Housing industry, preserving investment, offering design flexibility, and encouraging local governments to accommodate more MH homes. Management believes it will take time for the changes to play out but sees it as a positive step for affordable housing, particularly the chassis removal part which could create more affordability and design options.

    06

    Balance Sheet Strength

    The company maintains a strong balance sheet with approximately $4.1 billion in debt, a weighted average interest rate of 3.3%, and a weighted average maturity of 6.9 years. Recent mortgage loan repayments and the expected use of UK sale proceeds for line of credit repayment further enhance financial flexibility.

    07

    Home Sales and Rental Program

    While home sales volume was down year-over-year due to fewer pre-owned home purchases and residents choosing to stay, the company noted that the contribution from home sales is not as material to FFO as it once was. The rental program continues to be a valuable tool, generating traffic and leading to both rental home leasing and home sale transactions.

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