Five Point Holdings, LLC Shows Strong Year-End Results

Five Point Holdings, LLC Reports Fourth Quarter and Year-End Results

Five Point Holdings, LLC (“Five Point” or the “Company”) (NYSE: FPH), an owner and developer of large mixed-use planned communities in California, has presented its fourth quarter and year-end results, showcasing remarkable financial performance.

Dan Hedigan, the Chief Executive Officer, shared some encouraging news: “We concluded the year on a high note with a consolidated net income for the quarter of $121.0 million, leading to a total net income of $177.6 million for the year. As of year-end, we maintained cash and cash equivalents of $430.9 million, resulting in total liquidity of $555.9 million. This marks our seventh consecutive quarter of reporting net income, with the figures for both the quarter and the entire year reaching unprecedented levels for our Company.”

Significant Sales and Ongoing Growth

During the fourth quarter, multiple substantial residential land sales were finalized at both the Valencia and Great Park Neighborhood communities. Additionally, the Gateway Commercial Venture successfully finalized the sale of its remaining interests in the Five Point Gateway Campus to the City of Hope. Despite the uncertainty surrounding the interest rate landscape, the demand from homebuilders for our land remains robust. The strategic focus on key operational priorities over the past few years has equipped us to pursue new growth opportunities, which will be a significant endeavor for the Company in the upcoming year.

Looking ahead to 2025, based on our current trajectory, we anticipate that consolidated annual net income will surpass that of 2024. We are projecting annual earnings growth of approximately 10%, bringing our net income near the $200 million mark.

Financial Overview and Key Metrics

Liquidity and Capital Resources

As of the last day of the previous year, our total liquidity stood at $555.9 million, combining cash and cash equivalents of $430.9 million with a borrowing capability of $125 million under our unsecured revolving credit facility. Our total capital amounted to $2.2 billion, comprising $3.1 billion in assets and $0.9 billion in liabilities, including redeemable noncontrolling interests.

Operational Performance for Q4 2024

Revenues. Our revenue reached $159.8 million for the three months that ended on December 31, 2024, largely driven by land sales within our Valencia segment. Notably, we successfully sealed the sale of land entitled for 493 homesites across 54.4 acres, with a fixed base purchase price of $137.9 million paid at the closing.

Equity Earnings. The equity in earnings from unconsolidated entities was recorded at $87.5 million for the quarter. The Great Park Venture reported net income of $217.7 million for the three months concluding on December 31, 2024, with our obtainable net income from our 37.5% ownership interest amounting to $74.6 million, adjusted for basis differences. An additional $13.0 million was realized from our interest in the Gateway Commercial Venture.

In the concluding months of 2024, a total of 372 homesites were sold on 32.2 acres within the Great Park Neighborhoods, achieving an aggregated purchase price of $309.3 million. The Great Park Venture distributed $255.2 million to holders of Percentage Interests during this period, of which we received $95.7 million.

The Gateway Commercial Venture concluded the sale of its interests in the Five Point Gateway Campus, which consisted of an office building roughly 189,000 square feet in size and about 50 acres of commercial land with further development rights, for a price of $88.5 million. The total amount involved $45 million in cash paid at closing, paired with a $43.5 million note due in December 2026. Upon settling the Gateway Commercial Venture's debt obligations, distributions amounting to $17.2 million were made to its members, from which we received $17.2 million.

Subsequent to completing the asset sale, our management agreement associated with the Gateway Commercial Venture was concluded, meaning the Company no longer manages any commercial operations at the Five Point Gateway Campus. However, our investment in the Gateway Commercial Venture continues as planned until the note’s maturity date.

Operating Expenses. For the quarter, selling, general, and administrative expenses amounted to $14.2 million.

Net Income. Consolidated net income for this specific quarter stands at $121 million, with an attributable portion of $74.5 million assigned to noncontrolling interests. Thus, net income allocated to the Company was $46.5 million. This portion represents income attributable to related party partners and members holding units of the operating company and the San Francisco Venture, who can exchange their interests for our Class A common shares or cash at their discretion.

Operating Performance Overview for 2024

The revenue for the entire fiscal year summed up to $237.9 million, primarily driven by land sales in our Valencia segment alongside management services. Once again, the successful sale of land entitled for 493 homesites across 54.4 acres generated a hefty revenue of $137.9 million.

The equity earnings from unconsolidated entities throughout the year summed up to $132.6 million. The Great Park Venture achieved a net income amounting to $349.2 million, with our portion adjusted for basis differences of $119.8 million. The influx also included $12.3 million of earnings stemming from our 75% interest in the Gateway Commercial Venture resulting from the asset sale noted above.

Considerably, the Great Park Venture was active throughout 2024, closing two commercial land sales planned for retail use, totaling 12.8 acres and generating $25.4 million in revenue, alongside 559 homesites sold across 56.1 acres at the Great Park Neighborhoods, resulting in a whopping $480 million total purchase price. Throughout the last 12 months, the Great Park Venture distributed over $18 million to holders of Legacy Interests and $485.1 million to holders of Percentage Interests. Our share yielded $181.9 million from our 37.5% interest.

The administrative expenses over the course of the year reached $51.2 million.

Final Net Income. The consolidated net income for the year concluded at $177.6 million, with $109.3 million attributable to noncontrolling interests, thus net income attributable to the Company reached $68.3 million.

Leadership and Future Plans

In alignment with their growth strategies, Five Point Holdings is well-poised for a successful 2025. With continuing demand for their residential properties and a strong balance sheet, the Company is set to explore future growth avenues while remaining committed to their strategic priorities.

Frequently Asked Questions

What were Five Point Holdings, LLC's key financial results for 2024?

The Company reported a consolidated net income of $177.6 million for the year, illustrating a growth trajectory compared to the previous fiscal year.

How did the Company's cash and liquidity position change by year-end 2024?

Five Point Holdings held cash and cash equivalents of $430.9 million, with total liquidity being $555.9 million.

What strategies does Five Point have in place for 2025?

Based on current expectations, the Company anticipates that net income will exceed $200 million with approximately 10% annual earnings growth.

How much revenue did Five Point earn from land sales?

The Company generated $159.8 million in revenue primarily from land sales for the fourth quarter and $237.9 million for the full year.

What actions will be taken following the termination of the Gateway Commercial Venture?

Although the commercial operations will no longer be managed, current investments in the Gateway Venture will remain active until the note matures.

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