10-K: Modiv Industrial Navigates Market Shifts, Boosts Dividends

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Annual Report 25 March 2026 4:09 PM

Modiv Industrial, Inc. reports a strategic shift to industrial properties, increased distributions, and a net loss for fiscal year 2025 amidst market uncertainties.

Delay expectedThe closing date for the sale of the industrial property in Saint Paul, Minnesota, was extended from December 2025 to March 30, 2026.

Capital raiseThe company has $36.9 million of Class C Common Stock available for future issuance under its At-The-Market (ATM) Offering as of December 31, 2025.A Registration Statement on Form S-3 was filed on May 30, 2025, to issue and sell up to $250.0 million in various securities, including Class C Common Stock and preferred stock.The Credit Facility amendment allows repurchases of Series A Preferred Stock to be funded by proceeds from the issuance of preferred or common stock or asset sales, indicating a potential use of capital raise proceeds.

Worse than expectedNet income decreased significantly from $6.493 million in 2024 to $0.554 million in 2025.FFO per share/unit decreased from $1.50 in 2024 to $1.32 in 2025.The company recorded a $5.8 million impairment charge on a real estate investment property in 2025, with no such charge in 2024.Rental revenue decreased by $0.7 million in 2025, primarily due to lease expirations.Cash provided by operating activities decreased from $18.241 million in 2024 to $14.967 million in 2025.

Summary

Modiv Industrial, Inc. is an internally-managed REIT focused on acquiring, owning, and managing single-tenant net-lease properties, primarily critical industrial manufacturing properties.
The company is strategically reducing its exposure to non-core retail and office properties, with industrial properties now representing approximately 82% of the portfolio by Annual Base Rent (ABR) as of December 31, 2025.
The portfolio consists of 42 operating properties, boasting a Weighted Average Remaining Lease Term (WALT) of approximately 14.0 years and an occupancy rate of 98% as of December 31, 2025.
Annual Base Rent (ABR) aggregated $39.1 million as of December 31, 2025, with 28% leased by investment-grade tenants.
Net income for the year ended December 31, 2025, was $0.554 million, a significant decrease from $6.493 million in 2024.
Funds From Operations (FFO) per share/unit decreased to $1.32 in 2025 from $1.50 in 2024, while Adjusted Funds From Operations (AFFO) per share/unit increased to $1.38 in 2025 from $1.34 in 2024.
The board of directors authorized a 2.6% increase in the annual distribution rate, raising it from $1.17 to $1.20 per share, effective January 30, 2026.
Leverage stood at 45.1% as of December 31, 2025, which is above the long-term target of 40% or lower.
The company acquired one industrial manufacturing property in Florida and sold two properties (one office, one industrial) during 2025.
Subsequent to year-end, Modiv acquired the remaining 27.3% tenant-in-common interest in a Santa Clara industrial property for $9.6 million, achieving 100% ownership.

Sentiment

Score: 4

Explanation: StockSavvy.ai views this as a mixed report. While the strategic shift to industrial properties and increased distributions are positive, the significant drop in net income and FFO, coupled with an impairment charge, indicates underlying financial challenges.

Positives

Successful strategic shift: Industrial core properties increased from 41% of ABR in 2021 to 82% in 2025, aligning with market demand for manufacturing real estate.
Increased Weighted Average Remaining Lease Term (WALT) to approximately 14.0 years as of December 31, 2025, indicating long-term revenue stability.
Maintained a high occupancy rate of 98% based on square footage.
Secured significant lease extensions in 2025, including a ten-year extension with Fujifilm Dimatix, Inc. and a five-year extension with Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation.
Board authorized a 2.6% increase in the annual distribution rate to $1.20 per share, effective January 30, 2026, demonstrating commitment to shareholder returns.
Entered into new swap agreements to fix the Secured Overnight Financing Rate (SOFR) for the $250.0 million Term Loan at 2.45% (resulting in a 4.15% fixed rate) through December 31, 2026, mitigating interest rate risk.
Credit Facility maturity date extended by eighteen months to July 18, 2028, providing enhanced financial flexibility.
Achieved 100% ownership of the Santa Clara industrial property in January 2026 by acquiring the remaining 27.3% tenant-in-common interest.

Negatives

Net income decreased significantly to $0.554 million in 2025 from $6.493 million in 2024.
Funds From Operations (FFO) per share/unit decreased from $1.50 in 2024 to $1.32 in 2025.
Recorded a $5.8 million impairment charge related to a property in Saint Paul, Minnesota during 2025.
Rental revenue decreased by $0.7 million in 2025, primarily due to lease expirations for Costco and Solar Turbines.
Stock compensation expense increased by $1.3 million (84%) in 2025 due to Class X OP Units awards.
Interest expense increased by $0.7 million in 2025, partly due to the amortization of off-market interest rate derivatives and a $0.7 million loan prepayment fee.
Leverage of 45.1% as of December 31, 2025, is above the long-term target of 40% or lower.
Distributions for 2025 were 100% return of capital, compared to 84% return of capital and 16% ordinary income in 2024, which may have tax implications for some investors.

Risks

The listing on the NYSE does not guarantee an active and liquid market for Class C Common Stock, and its market price and trading volume may fluctuate significantly.
Class C Common Stock is subordinate to Series A Preferred Stock and existing/future debt, and common stockholders' interests could be diluted by additional preferred stock, debt, or equity offerings, and OP Unit redemptions.
Future issuances or sales of substantial numbers of Class C Common Stock could adversely affect its trading price.
The Operating Partnership may issue additional OP Units to third parties without stockholder consent, reducing Modiv's ownership percentage and potentially diluting distributions.
Distributions to stockholders may change, which could adversely affect the market price of Class C Common Stock.
Increases in market interest rates may result in a decrease in the market price of Class C Common Stock.
The prior performance of real estate investments may not be comparable to ongoing results due to the recent strategic shift towards industrial manufacturing properties.
Risks associated with cybersecurity incidents, including cyber-attacks, intrusions, and system failures, could disrupt operations, lead to financial misstatements, or damage reputation.
Significant competition for real estate investment opportunities may limit the ability to acquire suitable investments and achieve investment objectives or pay distributions.
Investments in real estate are illiquid, and it may not be possible to dispose of assets in a timely manner or on favorable terms, which could adversely affect financial condition.
Disruptions in financial markets and uncertain economic conditions could adversely affect market rental rates, commercial real estate values, and the ability to secure debt financing.
Real estate properties and related intangible assets may be subject to impairment charges, as evidenced by the $5.8 million charge in 2025.
Downturns relating to certain geographic regions (e.g., 31% ABR concentrated in California) or industries (e.g., 82% ABR in industrial properties) may have a more significant adverse impact due to portfolio concentration.
Risks related to tenant concentration, with two tenants (Lindsay and KIA) contributing approximately 25% of ABR, could materially and adversely affect the company if they experience financial weakness or default.
The company may change its targeted investments or investment strategy without stockholder consent, potentially leading to riskier investments.
The company has incurred losses in the past and may experience additional losses in the future.
Inability to obtain funding for future capital needs could lead to lower cash distributions and a decline in investment value.
The company's charter and bylaws contain provisions that may delay, defer, or prevent an acquisition or change in control.
The board of directors has the power to issue additional shares of stock without stockholder approval, potentially diluting existing stockholders.
Rights of stockholders to take action against directors and officers are limited by Maryland law and the company's charter.
Certain provisions of Maryland law may limit the ability of a third-party to acquire control of the company.
The change of control conversion and redemption features of the Series A Preferred Stock may make it more difficult for a party to acquire the company.
Certain provisions in the Operating Partnership Agreement may delay, make more difficult, or prevent unsolicited acquisitions.
Economic, market, and regulatory changes that impact the real estate market generally may decrease the value of investments and weaken operating results.
Risks from natural disasters, such as hurricanes, tornadoes, and flooding, and changes in weather patterns could result in significant damage to properties.
Long-term leases may not result in fair market rental rates over time if market rates increase faster than contractual increases.
Dependence on tenants for revenue means non-renewals, terminations, or lease defaults could reduce net income and limit distributions.
Costs imposed pursuant to laws and governmental regulations (e.g., environmental) may reduce net income and cash available for distributions.
A substantial amount of indebtedness outstanding exposes the company to the risk of default under its debt obligations.
Secured indebtedness exposes the company to the possibility of foreclosure on its ownership interests in pledged properties.
Covenants in the Credit Facility and mortgages may restrict operating activities and adversely affect financial condition.
Increases in interest rates or changes in underwriting standards may make it difficult to finance or refinance properties.
Inability to access financing sources on attractive terms could adversely affect the ability to execute the business plan.
Use of derivative financial instruments for hedging may be costly and ineffective, exposing the company to credit risk, basis risk, and legal enforceability risks.
Variable rate indebtedness would subject the company to interest rate risk, potentially increasing debt service obligations significantly.
Changes in the Secured Overnight Financing Rate (SOFR) could adversely affect the amount of interest that accrues on SOFR-linked instruments.
Debt with prepayment penalties may prohibit selling a property or require maintaining specified debt levels.
Failure to qualify as a REIT would subject the company to U.S. federal income tax, reducing cash available for distribution.
Certain business activities are potentially subject to the prohibited transaction tax (100% excise tax).
Even if qualified as a REIT, the company may nonetheless be subject to tax in certain circumstances.
REIT distribution requirements could adversely affect the ability to execute the business plan by forcing distributions at disadvantageous times.
Re-characterization of sale-leaseback transactions may cause the company to lose its REIT status.
Complying with REIT requirements may force the company to liquidate otherwise attractive investments.
Characterization of any repurchase agreements as sales for tax purposes rather than secured lending transactions would adversely affect REIT qualification.
Complying with REIT requirements may limit the ability to hedge effectively.
Ownership of and relationship with Taxable REIT Subsidiaries (TRSs) will be limited, and a failure to comply would jeopardize REIT status or result in a 100% excise tax.
Dividends paid by REITs are generally not eligible for reduced rates for qualified dividends, potentially making REIT investments less attractive to certain investors.
Stockholders may have current tax liability on distributions if they elect to reinvest in shares of common stock (if a Distribution Reinvestment Plan were to be restarted).
If the Operating Partnership fails to maintain its status as a partnership, its income may be subject to taxation, reducing cash for distributions and likely resulting in a loss of REIT status.
Changes to U.S. federal income tax laws could have an adverse impact on the business and financial results.

Future Outlook

Modiv Industrial expects the trend of onshoring manufacturing to accelerate and will continue to focus future acquisitions on industrial manufacturing properties, contingent on market conditions and attractive pricing. The company plans to 'recycle' (sell) 12 to 15 non-core and legacy industrial assets over the next 24 months. It anticipates having adequate liquidity for the next 12 months and beyond, with near-term acquisitions funded by dispositions, credit facility borrowings, ATM offerings, and cash on hand. The sale of the Saint Paul, Minnesota property is scheduled for March 30, 2026, and the Melbourne, Florida property is under contract for sale in Q2 2026. The company also projects $0.5 million in non-recoverable capital expenditures and $2.0 million in tenant improvements for 2026.

Management Comments

"We expect the trend of onshoring manufacturing to accelerate and we will continue to focus future acquisitions on industrial manufacturing properties, subject to market conditions and the availability of prices that we consider attractive."
"Management continuously reviews our investment and debt financing strategies to optimize our portfolio and the cost of our debt exposure."
"We expect to have adequate liquidity to meet our cash requirements for the next 12 months and beyond."
"Our board of directors may authorize distributions in excess of those required for us to maintain REIT status depending on our financial condition and such other factors as our board of directors deems relevant."

Industry Context

StockSavvy.ai notes that Modiv Industrial's strategic pivot towards industrial manufacturing properties aligns with broader industry trends of supply chain re-shoring and increased demand for specialized industrial real estate in the U.S. This focus positions the company to capitalize on the growing need for domestic production facilities, a trend accelerated by geopolitical factors and the desire for more resilient supply chains. The reduction of non-core retail and office assets reflects a common REIT strategy to streamline portfolios and focus on high-growth sectors, especially given the ongoing shifts in retail and office market dynamics.

Comparison to Industry Standards

The filing does not provide specific comparisons to industry benchmarks or comparable companies regarding financial performance or portfolio metrics.

Management Changes

Role	Previous Person	New Person	Effective Date	Reason
Chief Financial Officer and General Counsel	Raymond J. Pacini	John Raney	March 25, 2026	Raymond J. Pacini's resignation upon the filing of the Annual Report on Form 10-K.

Corporate Governance

Change Type	Description	Effective Date	Impact Assessment
Credit Facility Covenants Amendment	Amended distribution covenants to allow repurchases of Series A Preferred Stock if funded by proceeds from the issuance of preferred or common stock or asset sales within the trailing twelve months.	January 16, 2026	Increases financial flexibility for capital management and preferred stock repurchases.
Series A Preferred Stock Repurchase Program Amendment	Extended the expiration date of the Repurchase Program from December 31, 2026, to December 31, 2027, and set the maximum repurchase amount at $49.6 million.	January 16, 2026	Provides longer-term flexibility for managing preferred stock outstanding and capital structure.

Legal Proceedings

Not currently a party to any legal proceeding, nor aware of any pending or threatened litigation that could have a material adverse effect on the business, operating results, cash flows, or financial condition.

Related Party Transactions

Payments for services rendered to non-executive board members totaled $0.3 million in 2025 and $0.223 million in 2024.
Value of Class C Common Stock issued to board members for services rendered was $0.240 million in 2025 and $0.275 million in 2024.
Management fee income from the Santa Clara TIC Interest was $0.264 million in both 2025 and 2024.
The company's share in TIC asset management fee expense was $0.192 million in both 2025 and 2024.
Repurchased 656,191 Class C OP Units and 123,809 shares of Class C Common Stock from an affiliate of the seller at $14.80 per share on August 1, 2024.

Stakeholder Impact

Shareholders (Common Stock): Potential for dilution from future equity offerings or OP Unit redemptions; market price fluctuations; increased distributions (positive); risk of lower returns if investment objectives are not met.
Shareholders (Preferred Stock): Entitled to cumulative dividends; redemption rights upon change of control/delisting; potential for increased dividend rate upon delisting; repurchase program offers liquidity.
Employees: Received Class X OP Units awards as compensation; experienced a reduction in headcount from 12 to 9 employees in April 2025.
Tenants: Dependence on tenant financial stability; risk of lease defaults/bankruptcies; lease extensions provide stability; potential for rent concessions in competitive markets.
Creditors: Substantial indebtedness outstanding; risk of default under debt obligations; covenants in credit facility and mortgages restrict activities.

Next Steps

Continue focusing future acquisitions on industrial manufacturing properties.
Reduce exposure to non-core properties by recycling 12 to 15 assets over the next 24 months.
Complete the sale of the industrial property in Saint Paul, Minnesota by March 30, 2026.
Complete the sale of the industrial property in Melbourne, Florida during the second quarter of 2026.
Complete approximately $0.5 million in capital expenditures not recoverable from tenants in the next 12 months.
Complete approximately $2.0 million in tenant improvements during 2026.
Pay monthly distributions of $0.10 per share to common stockholders and OP Unit holders for January, February, March, April, May, and June 2026.
The board of directors will continue to declare distributions based on financial condition and other relevant factors.

Key Dates

Date	Description
May 15, 2015	Modiv Industrial, Inc. incorporated in Maryland.
January 28, 2016	Modiv Operating Partnership, LP formed.
December 31, 2016	Modiv began operating as a REIT for U.S. federal income tax purposes.
March 7, 2017	Acquisition date of Northrop Grumman Melbourne, FL property.
November 30, 2017	Acquisition date of Husqvarna Charlotte, NC property.
December 28, 2017	Acquisition date of AvAir Chandler, AZ property.
March 29, 2018	Acquisition date of 3M DeKalb, IL property.
June 21, 2018	Acquisition date of Northrop Grumman Parcel Melbourne, FL.
October 24, 2019	Acquisition date of Taylor Fresh Foods Yuma, AZ property.
December 31, 2019	Acquisition date of Labcorp San Carlos, CA; WSP USA San Diego, CA; ITW Rippey El Dorado, CA; L3Harris Carlsbad, CA; Vacant San Diego, CA; OES Rancho Cordova, CA properties.
January 22, 2021	Filed Registration Statement on Form S-3 for Registered DRP Offering.
January 27, 2021	Commenced offering shares via Registered DRP Offering.
September 17, 2021	Series A Preferred Stock began trading on NYSE.
Fourth quarter of 2021	Embarked on strategic plan to reduce office/retail exposure and increase WALT by acquiring industrial manufacturing properties.
January 18, 2022	Operating Partnership entered into Credit Agreement with KeyBank.
January 18, 2022	Acquisition date of KIA/Trophy of Carson Carson, CA property.
February 11, 2022	Class C Common Stock began trading on NYSE.
February 15, 2022	Board amended and restated Distribution Reinvestment Plan (DRP).
March 30, 2022	Filed Registration Statement on Form S-3 for up to $200.0 million in securities.
April 19, 2022	Acquisition date of multiple Lindsay properties (Colorado Springs, CO; Dacono, CO; Alachua, FL; Franklinton, NC; Canal Fulton, OH; Rock Hill, SC).
May 27, 2022	Filed Amendment No. 1 to Registration Statement on Form S-3.
June 2, 2022	Form S-3, as amended, became effective.
June 6, 2022	Filed prospectus supplement for At-The-Market (ATM) Offering.
July 15, 2022	Acquisition date of Producto Jamestown, NY property.
July 26, 2022	Acquisition date of Valtir Centerville, UT; Orangeburg, SC; Fort Worth, TX properties.
August 4, 2022	Acquisition date of Valtir Lima, OH property.
October 21, 2022	First Amendment to Credit Agreement and Guarantee.
November 30, 2022	Effective date for additional $100.0 million Term Loan commitment swap agreement.
December 20, 2022	Second Amendment to Credit Agreement.
January 26, 2023	Acquisition date of Plastic Products Princeton, MN property.
March 31, 2023	Acquisition date of Stealth Manufacturing Savage, MN property.
April 13, 2023	Acquisition date of Lindsay Gap, PA; Summit Steel Reading, PA properties.
April 20, 2023	Acquisition date of PBC Linear Roscoe, IL property.
May 3, 2023	Acquisition date of Cameron Tool Lansing, MI property.
May 5, 2023	Acquisition date of S.J. Electro Systems Detroit Lakes, MN; Plymouth, MN; Ashland, OH properties.
May 11, 2023	Acquisition date of Titan Alleyton, TX property.
July 3, 2023	Acquisition date of Vistech Piqua, OH property.
July 11, 2023	Acquisition date of SixAxis Andrews, SC property.
August 11, 2023	Company changed name from Modiv Inc. to Modiv Industrial, Inc.
November 15, 2023	Start of ATM Offering sales period mentioned in filing.
March 2024	Class P OP Units and Class R OP Units vested and automatically converted to Class C OP Units.
July 31, 2024	Costco lease expiration.
August 1, 2024	Repurchased 656,191 Class C OP Units and 123,809 Class C Common Stock from an affiliate of the seller at $14.80 per share.
September 30, 2024	Solar Turbines lease expiration.
November 4, 2024	Board authorized a 1.7% increase in the annual distribution rate to $1.17 per share.
December 7, 2024	Distribution Reinvestment Plan (DRP) discount increased from 3% to 5%.
December 31, 2024	Two swap agreements for $250.0 million Term Loan became effective, fixing SOFR at 2.45% for 2025.
December 31, 2024	Classification of Issaquah, WA office property as held for sale.
January 2025	Entered into two swap agreements, effective December 31, 2024.
February 3, 2025	Entered into the Fourth Amended and Restated Limited Partnership Agreement.
February 26, 2025	Sold industrial property in Endicott, NY for $2.4 million.
March 4, 2025	Board authorized Series A Preferred Stock Repurchase Program.
March 4, 2025	Filed Supplement No. 2 to ATM Prospectus.
March 7, 2025	Acquired an industrial property in Florida for $6.1 million (cash + Class C OP Units).
April 1, 2025	CEO Aaron Halfacre no longer receiving a salary in connection with Class X OP Units grant.
April 2025	Reduced headcount from 12 to 9 employees.
April 24, 2025	TIC leases with Fujifilm Dimatix, Inc. amended to extend for ten years (to March 16, 2036).
May 30, 2025	Filed Registration Statement on Form S-3 for up to $250.0 million in securities.
June 1, 2025	Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation lease extension effective date.
June 27, 2025	Form S-3 became effective.
June 30, 2025	Aggregate market value of Class C common stock held by non-affiliates was $142.9 million ($14.08 per share).
August 7, 2025	Filed prospectus supplement for ATM Offering.
December 15, 2025	Sold office property in Issaquah, WA for $26.0 million.
December 31, 2025	Fiscal year end. Leverage was 45.1%. Unamortized unrealized gain on interest rate swap derivative in AOCI and noncontrolling interest in operating partnership amounted to $1.1 million.
January 16, 2026	Board authorized a 2.6% increase in the annual distribution rate to $1.20 per share, effective January 30, 2026.
January 16, 2026	Board approved an amendment to the Repurchase Program, extending its expiration to December 31, 2027, and setting the maximum repurchase amount at $49.6 million.
January 16, 2026	Acquired the remaining 27.3% TIC interest in the Santa Clara property for $9.6 million.
January 16, 2026	Entered into three new swap agreements, effective December 31, 2025, for the $250.0 million Term Loan, fixing SOFR at 2.45% for 2026.
January 30, 2026	Record date for increased monthly distributions.
February 15, 2026	Termination of the Distribution Reinvestment Plan (DRP) effective.
March 20, 2026	Date of outstanding shares count (10,319,480 Class C Common Stock).
March 25, 2026	Filing date of the 10-K. Raymond J. Pacini's resignation as CFO effective, John Raney becomes CFO.
March 30, 2026	Scheduled closing date for the sale of the industrial property in Saint Paul, MN.
Second quarter of 2026	Expected sale of the industrial property in Melbourne, FL.
December 31, 2026	OES purchase option expiration.
June 30, 2027	Husqvarna Charlotte, NC lease expiration.
October 1, 2027	Mortgage maturity date for Santa Clara, CA property.
December 31, 2027	Extended expiration date for Series A Preferred Stock Repurchase Program.
July 18, 2028	Extended maturity date of Credit Facility.
December 31, 2028	OES early termination option.
November 1, 2029	Taylor Fresh Foods property mortgage maturity.
March 16, 2036	Fujifilm Dimatix, Inc. lease expiration.

Recommendation

hold

Modiv Industrial is undergoing a significant strategic transformation towards industrial properties, which is a positive long-term move. The increase in distributions and successful lease extensions demonstrate operational stability in core assets. However, the substantial decline in net income and FFO, coupled with an impairment charge, indicates near-term financial headwinds and execution risks associated with portfolio recycling and market uncertainties. The elevated leverage also warrants caution. A "hold" recommendation allows investors to observe the successful execution of the strategic shift and the stabilization of financial performance without taking on immediate risks associated with the current financial results.

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