First Industrial Realty Trust reported strong full-year 2025 results characterized by significant FFO growth and substantial increases in cash rental rates, driven by a focused strategy in logistics real estate despite a volatile leasing market. The company also initiated 2026 FFO guidance and increased its dividend, signaling confidence in its operational performance and future outlook.
Full year 2025 FFO per share/unit grew 11.7% to $2.96, compared to $2.65 in 2024.
positiveCash rental rates on commenced new and renewal leasing increased 35% in Q4 2025 and 32% for the full year 2025.
positiveCash basis same store net operating income (SS NOI) increased 7.1% for the full year 2025.
positiveIncreased the common dividend by 12.4% to $0.50 per share/unit for Q1 2026.
positiveFull year 2025 EPS was $1.87, a decrease from $2.17 in 2024.
negativeIn-service occupancy was 94.4% at the end of Q4 2025, down from 96.2% at the end of Q4 2024.
attentionThe company initiated 2026 NAREIT FFO guidance at a range of $3.09 to $3.19 per share/unit, representing approximately 6% growth at the midpoint, which may be considered moderate growth.
attentionMargin expansion indicates improving profitability and operational efficiency. Measured in basis points (bps): 100 bps = 1.0%.
| Segment | Current | Prior Yr | YoY | % Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Same Store | N/A | — | — | — |
| Total Revenue | $0.00M | — | — | 100.0% |
Segment performance shows business unit health and growth drivers.
Forward-looking guidance is subject to change and does not constitute a guarantee. Actual results may differ materially from these estimates.
Despite a volatile leasing market in 2025 impacted by the evolving tariff policies and other uncertainties, our First Industrial team maintained its keen focus on delivering strong growth in FFO, cash rental rates and cash same store NOI.
On the strength of the performance of our platform and our outlook, we increased our dividend rate by 12.4%.
Leasing traffic at our key availabilities remains good and the overall fundamental picture continues to improve, with completions and new starts measured.
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