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MCB Real Estate's $15 per share buyout offer for Whitestone REIT is too low, with WSR's fair value estimated closer to $17 per share. The hostile takeover attempt by MCB could spark competing bids from other REITs or private equity, given improved market conditions and lower interest rates. Whitestone REIT's standalone prospects are favorable, with strong leasing, rising occupancy, and healthy NOI growth, making a buyout less necessary.

HOUSTON, Oct. 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Whitestone REIT (NYSE:WSR) (“Whitestone” or the “Company”) today announced that it will release its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2024 after the market close on Wednesday, October 30, 2024.

HOUSTON, Sept. 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Whitestone REIT (NYSE: WSR) (“Whitestone” or the “Company”) today announced that its Board of Trustees has declared a monthly cash dividend of $0.04125 per share on the Company's common shares and operating partnership units for the fourth quarter of 2024. The dividend represents a quarterly amount of $0.12375 per share, and an annualized amount of $0.495 per share.

Monitoring demographic trends reveals strong housing demand in the sunbelt, creating opportunities for retail real estate investment. Whitestone REIT is highlighted for its significant exposure to high-growth markets in Texas and Arizona, making it a compelling investment. Whitestone is undervalued compared to peers, with potential for mergers and acquisitions boosting its attractiveness.

Since November last year, when I issued a bullish article on WSR, the stock has surged higher, benefiting from favorable court ruling and solid financial performance. Despite strong same store NOI growth and occupancy rates, WSR's leasing spreads and occupancy levels have been declining. WSR continues to also carry a high leverage, which limits its M&A options and its overall growth potential.

Whitestone (WSR) came out with quarterly funds from operations (FFO) of $0.24 per share, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.25 per share. This compares to FFO of $0.21 per share a year ago.

HOUSTON, July 31, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Whitestone REIT (NYSE: WSR) (“Whitestone” or the “Company”) today announced its operating and financial results for the second quarter of 2024. Whitestone creates neighborhood center communities in its high-quality open-air shopping centers that it acquires, owns, manages, develops, and redevelops primarily in some of the largest, fastest-growing, high-household-income markets in the Sunbelt.

HOUSTON, July 10, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Whitestone REIT (NYSE:WSR) (“Whitestone” or the “Company”) today announced that it will release its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2024 after the market close on Wednesday, July 31, 2024.

Whitestone REIT offers long-term growth prospects with positive leasing spreads and potential for organic growth and acquisitions. The trust has a low payout ratio, growing dividend, and attractive valuation, making it a compelling investment for passive income investors. Whitestone REIT's concentrated portfolio in strong markets like Texas and Arizona, along with favorable market dynamics, indicates potential for sustained rental growth and outperformance.

HOUSTON, June 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Whitestone REIT (NYSE: WSR) (“Whitestone” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that The Picklr has opened at Eldorado Plaza in McKinney, Texas. The Picklr is North America's fastest-growing indoor pickleball franchise and it represents a strong upgrade in terms of tenant quality at the Trader Joe's-anchored center. In addition to increasing Eldorado's foot traffic, The Picklr helps the center better meet the needs of the surrounding community with a best in-class operator capitalizing on a sport designed to draw together people of all ages.