Stock Taper Revenue: Increased by 10.1% year-over-year to $196.1 million.
Funds from Operations (FFO) as Adjusted: Rose 12.7% to $1.42 per share, up from $1.26 in Q2 2025.
Adjusted Funds from Operations (AFFO): Increased 15.3% to $1.43 per share compared to $1.24 in the prior year.
Investment Activity: Achieved a record $440.8 million in investments during the quarter, with a year-to-date total of $492.2 million.
Portfolio Performance: Maintained a tenant coverage ratio of 2x across the portfolio, with 99% of properties leased or operated.
Investment Focus: EPR is diversifying its portfolio, reducing theater concentration from 36% to approximately 33%. Key acquisitions include the Six Flags 7 property portfolio and Netflix House in King of Prussia, PA.
Consumer Trends: Strong box office performance, with a 10% increase year-to-date driven by both major and indie films. The fitness and wellness segments are also showing resilience.
Financial Position: Established a new $1.6 billion credit agreement to support investment growth and address upcoming maturities.
Earnings Guidance: Increased FFO as adjusted per share guidance to a range of $5.41 to $5.57, representing a 7.2% increase at the midpoint compared to 2025.
Investment Spending Guidance: Raised to $600 million to $700 million from a previous range of $500 million to $600 million.
Disposition Guidance: Confirmed proceeds of $50 million to $100 million.
Weather Impact: Adverse weather conditions affected performance in the ski segment, contributing to variability in revenue.
Percentage Rent Timing: Q2's higher percentage rents were attributed to timing and may not be sustainable in the second half of the year, particularly with expectations of a weaker July box office compared to the previous year.
Market Competition: While investment yields remain stable, the competitive landscape for acquisitions is primarily dominated by family offices and alternative capital sources, with traditional net lease REITs less active.
Transaction Environment: The mix of investments and portfolio acquisitions is holding steady, with no significant changes in pricing.
Percentage Rent Outlook: The guidance for percentage rent remains unchanged despite a strong Q2, indicating potential for variability in the second half of the year.
Netflix House Expansion: EPR is exploring further opportunities with Netflix, which currently operates three locations.
Operational Improvements at Topgolf: New management initiatives are yielding positive results, including operational efficiencies and dynamic pricing strategies that have increased foot traffic. Overall, EPR Properties reported a strong quarter with notable growth in revenue and FFO, while strategically diversifying its portfolio and maintaining a solid financial position. However, challenges related to weather impacts and the sustainability of recent performance metrics remain points of concern.
SOURCE: Q2 2026 EARNINGS CALL TRANSCRIPT