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Dream Office Real Estate Investment Trust reported a smaller net loss for the third quarter compared to the same period last year, though its funds from operations (FFO) per share declined. The company witnessed a modest rise in occupancy across Toronto's downtown office properties, even as its overall portfolio occupancy slightly dipped. Increased demand from financial institutions helped support leasing momentum in Toronto. The trust continues to focus on mitigating risk, driving redevelopment initiatives, and stabilising its operations amid continued market uncertainty.
Dream Office REIT reported a narrower net loss in its third-quarter performance compared with the previous year, indicating a gradual improvement in operating results. Despite this progress, the company noted that its funds from operations per share declined to CAD 0.60 for the quarter. Advertisement
The trust experienced a mild improvement in its Toronto downtown occupancy rate, supported by stronger demand from financial institutions, though the overall portfolio occupancy saw a marginal decline. The company attributed part of the positive movement in Toronto to its ongoing redevelopment strategy, which includes projects in Toronto and Calgary designed to enhance long-term asset value and tenant retention.
Management expressed optimism for the remainder of 2025, anticipating further improvements in Toronto's downtown occupancy levels. The REIT maintained that its primary goal remains to manage risk prudently while ensuring consistent operational performance despite market fluctuations.
Dream Office REIT's third-quarter results demonstrated signs of operational resilience, with a reduction in net losses and a steady recovery in Toronto's office leasing market. The company's redevelopment efforts and rising demand from key sectors, notably financial institutions, are expected to sustain occupancy growth in the coming quarters. While acknowledging ongoing market uncertainties, the management reaffirmed its focus on safeguarding stability and pursuing long-term value creation across its portfolio through disciplined asset enhancement and risk management strategies.
Source - Reuters
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