US LNG exports surge but will buyers in China turn up?
NEW YORK - Howard Hughes Holdings Inc. (NYSE:HHH) reported fourth quarter results that exceeded analyst expectations for revenue, while providing an upbeat outlook for 2025. Shares of the real estate development company rose 2.2% following the announcement.
The company reported Q4 revenue of $983.59 million, surpassing the consensus estimate of $933.43 million. However, earnings per share came in at $3.25, below analyst projections of $3.69.
For the full year 2024, Howard Hughes delivered record financial results across all business segments. Net income from continuing operations was $5.73 per diluted share, up 241% YoY.
"Howard Hughes delivered another exceptional year in 2024, led by record-setting financial results in each of our business segments," said CEO David R. O’Reilly (NASDAQ:ORLY).
Looking ahead, the company provided a positive outlook for 2025. It expects Master Planned Community (MPC) earnings before taxes to increase 5% to 10% YoY to approximately $375 million at the midpoint. Operating Assets net operating income is projected to be flat to up 4% YoY to around $262 million at the midpoint.
Howard Hughes anticipates generating adjusted operating cash flow between $325 million and $375 million in 2025, or approximately $7.00 per share at the midpoint.
The company ended 2024 with $596.1 million in cash and cash equivalents. It expects to maintain a strong liquidity position with about $600 million in cash by the end of 2025, excluding potential proceeds from MUD receivable sales.
This article was generated with the support of AI and reviewed by an editor. For more information see our T&C.