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    Maui Land & Pineapple Company (NYSE: MLP) reported strong Q3 2024 results with an 18.6% revenue increase compared to last year. The company’s leased area grew by 19%, driven by strategic investments in commercial properties. Operating revenues reached $8.15 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2024. However, the company recorded a net loss of $5.48 million, primarily due to non-cash expenses related to share-based compensation of $4.67 million. The company is progressing with planning on over 3,500 acres in West Maui and 600 acres in Hali’imaile, while also leasing 50 acres to the State of Hawaii for temporary housing following the Maui wildfires.

    Maui Land & Pineapple Company (NYSE: MLP) ha riportato risultati solidi per il terzo trimestre del 2024, con un aumento dei ricavi del 18,6% rispetto all’anno precedente. L’area affittata dall’azienda è cresciuta del 19%, grazie a investimenti strategici in proprietà commerciali. I ricavi operativi hanno raggiunto 8,15 milioni di dollari per i nove mesi conclusi il 30 settembre 2024. Tuttavia, l’azienda ha registrato una perdita netta di 5,48 milioni di dollari, principalmente a causa di spese non monetarie legate a compensazioni in azioni per un totale di 4,67 milioni di dollari. L’azienda sta avanzando nella pianificazione di oltre 3.500 acri a West Maui e 600 acri a Hali’imaile, e sta anche affittando 50 acri allo Stato delle Hawaii per alloggi temporanei a seguito degli incendi di Maui.

    Maui Land & Pineapple Company (NYSE: MLP) informó resultados sólidos en el tercer trimestre de 2024, con un aumento de ingresos del 18,6% en comparación con el año pasado. La superficie arrendada por la compañía creció un 19%, impulsada por inversiones estratégicas en propiedades comerciales. Los ingresos operativos alcanzaron 8,15 millones de dólares para los nueve meses que terminaron el 30 de septiembre de 2024. Sin embargo, la compañía registró una pérdida neta de 5,48 millones de dólares, principalmente debido a gastos no monetarios relacionados con compensaciones basadas en acciones por un total de 4,67 millones de dólares. La empresa avanza con la planificación de más de 3.500 acres en West Maui y 600 acres en Hali’imaile, mientras también arrienda 50 acres al Estado de Hawái para vivienda temporal tras los incendios de Maui.

    마우이 랜드 앤 파인애플 컴퍼니 (NYSE: MLP)는 2024년 3분기에 강력한 실적을 보고하며, 작년 대비 18.6% 수익 증가를 기록했습니다. 회사의 임대 면적은 상업용 부동산에 대한 전략적 투자로 인해 19% 증가했습니다. 운영 수익은 2024년 9월 30일 기준으로 815만 달러에 달했습니다. 그러나 회사는 주식 기반 보상과 관련된 비현금 비용으로 인해 548만 달러의 순손실을 기록했습니다. 회사는 웨스트 마우이에서 3,500에이커 이상, 할리이마일레에서 600에이커 이상에 대한 계획을 진행하고 있으며, 마우이 산불 이후 하와이 주에 임시 주택을 제공하기 위해 50에이커를 임대하고 있습니다.

    Maui Land & Pineapple Company (NYSE: MLP) a annoncé de bons résultats pour le troisième trimestre 2024, avec une augmentation des revenus de 18,6% par rapport à l’année précédente. La surface louée par l’entreprise a augmenté de 19%, grâce à des investissements stratégiques dans des propriétés commerciales. Les revenus d’exploitation ont atteint 8,15 millions de dollars pour les neuf mois se terminant le 30 septembre 2024. Cependant, l’entreprise a enregistré une perte nette de 5,48 millions de dollars, principalement en raison de dépenses non monétaires liées à des compensations en actions d’un montant de 4,67 millions de dollars. L’entreprise progresse dans la planification de plus de 3 500 acres à West Maui et de 600 acres à Hali’imaile, tout en louant également 50 acres à l’État d’Hawaï pour des logements temporaires à la suite des incendies de forêt de Maui.

    Maui Land & Pineapple Company (NYSE: MLP) berichtete im dritten Quartal 2024 von hervorragenden Ergebnissen, mit einem Umsatzanstieg von 18,6% im Vergleich zum Vorjahr. Die gepachtete Fläche des Unternehmens wuchs um 19%, angetrieben durch strategische Investitionen in Gewerbeimmobilien. Die Betriebseinnahmen betrugen 8,15 Millionen Dollar für die neun Monate bis zum 30. September 2024. Das Unternehmen verzeichnete jedoch einen Nettoverlust von 5,48 Millionen Dollar, hauptsächlich aufgrund von nicht zahlungswirksamen Aufwendungen im Zusammenhang mit aktienbasierten Vergütungen in Höhe von 4,67 Millionen Dollar. Das Unternehmen macht Fortschritte bei der Planung von über 3.500 Acres in West Maui und 600 Acres in Hali’imaile und vermietet außerdem 50 Acres an den Staat Hawaii für temporären Wohnraum nach den Waldbränden auf Maui.

    Positive

    • 18.6% increase in operating revenue to $8.15 million
    • 19% growth in leased commercial property area
    • Land development and sales revenue increased by $181,000 to $200,000
    • Leasing revenues increased by $899,000 to $7.15 million
    • Cash and investments convertible to cash increased by $404,000 to $9.24 million

    Negative

    • Net loss increased to $5.48 million from $3.67 million year-over-year
    • Operating costs increased by $2.89 million to $13.67 million
    • Negative Adjusted EBITDA of ($138,000)
    • $321,000 in severance payments to former CEO continuing through March 2025
    • $4.67 million in non-cash expenses related to share-based compensation

    Insights

    The Q3 results show mixed performance with $8.15M in operating revenues, up 18.6% YoY, but widening losses due to significant non-cash expenses. The net loss increased to $5.48M ($0.28 per share) from $3.67M last year, primarily due to $4.68M in share-based compensation.

    Key positives include 19% growth in leased commercial space and improved leasing revenues of $7.15M. The company maintains healthy liquidity with $9.24M in cash and convertible investments. However, strategic investments and development projects are creating near-term cost pressures, with $984K spent on land improvements and $1.06M on tenant improvements.

    The negative adjusted EBITDA of $138K and increased operating expenses warrant caution, though these are partly due to one-time costs like CEO severance payments. The long-term strategy focusing on land development and commercial property enhancement could create value, but investors should expect continued pressure on profitability as these investments mature.

    KAPALUA, Hawai‘i, Nov. 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Maui Land & Pineapple Company, Inc. (NYSE: MLP) today reported financial results covering the nine month period ended September 30, 2024.

    “Our third-quarter results demonstrate strong momentum across all business segments, with an 18.6% increase in revenue compared to last year,” said CEO Race Randle. “We’re encouraged by this growth as we continue making strategic investments in our portfolio of commercial properties and landholdings. This includes progressing the planning on over 3,500 acres in West Maui and over 600 acres in Hali‘imaile, with improvements and value uplift to occur over the next several years. These initiatives reinforce our commitment to addressing community needs and delivering long-term value to our shareholders.”

    Third Quarter 2024 Highlights

    Strategic investments to elevate and enhance our commercial centers has contributed to an approximately 19% increase in leased area for the nine months ended September 30, 2024. Due to this improved occupancy, a recent land sale of a non-strategic parcel, and operational improvements of resort amenities, the company has experienced an 18.6% growth in overall operating revenue. 

    Business Segment Results:

    • Land Development and Sales
      • Land development and sales revenue increased by $181,000 to $200,000 during the nine months ended September 30, 2024, as compared to $19,000 in 2023. This resulted from the first non-strategic parcel sale of an easement in West Maui. Non-strategic parcels are currently being marketed for sale to generate additional cashflow in support of strategic land improvements. Additionally, our first land development project in Hali’imaile, a partnership with a local community builder, began its marketing efforts. As noted in our annual shareholder presentation, while non-strategic parcels will be monetized in the near term, proceeds from improved land sales will generally require years to realize, as necessary improvements are required to enable their productive use.
      • Land development and sales related operating costs increased $161,000 year-over-year as we began to implement strategic land improvement efforts, including planning and engineering across ten projects in Upcountry and West Maui. Cash expended toward these active projects amounted to $984,000 during the nine months ended September 30, 2024. These expenditures include planning, engineering, and site preparations to allow the land to be utilized for homes, businesses, farms, temporary housing, resort projects, and other active uses.
    • Leasing
      • The leased area of our commercial properties increased 19% in 2024 as we continue to reposition and actively lease our portfolio to generate steady operational cashflow in a supply-constrained market.
      • Leasing revenues increased by $899,000 to $7,148,000 for the nine months ended September 30, 2024, as compared to $6,249,000 for the nine months ended September 30, 2023, indicating that percentage rents and associated tenant sales have substantially recovered following the August 2023 wildfires. Approximately $169,000 of the increase was due to the 2023 common area maintenance adjustment realized in the third quarter of 2024. We anticipate revenue rising as occupancy continues to increase, improvements are completed, and new tenants open for business.
      • Cash expended on tenant improvements at our commercial centers amounted to $1,063,000 during the nine months ended September 30, 2024, and additional capital improvements are expected to continue as needed to support the profitable lease-up of our town centers.
    • Resort Amenities and Other
      • Revenue from resort amenities and other, including the Kapalua Club, increased by $201,000 to $805,000 for the nine months ended September 30, 2024, compared to the same period last year, due to acceptance of new Kapalua Club memberships and the recognition of additional club dues upon updates of membership levels and groups.

    Overall Results:

    • Operating Revenues – Operating revenues totaled $8,153,000 for the nine months ended September 30, 2024, an increase of $1,281,000 compared to the nine months ended September 30, 2023, driven primarily by increases in leasing, and resort amenities and other.
    • Operating Costs and Expenses – Operating costs and expenses totaled $13,669,000 for the nine months ended September 30, 2024, an increase of $2,895,000 compared to the same period in 2023. This was primarily driven by $4,676,000 in non-cash expenses related to share-based compensation compared to $1,742,000 for the same period in 2023 along with increased expenses related to the lease-up on vacant spaces in our commercial properties.
    • Net loss – Net loss was $5,484,000, or ($0.28) per basic common share and ($0.27) per diluted common share, in the nine months ended September 30, 2024, compared to net loss of $3,673,000 or ($0.19) per basic and diluted common share in the nine months ended September 30, 2023. The increased year-over-year net loss of $1,811,000 was primarily driven by non-cash expenses related to share-based compensation amounting to $4,676,000, and severance payments of $321,000 to the former CEO, which will extend through March 31, 2025.
    • Adjusted EBITDA (Non-GAAP) – Adjusted EBITDA was ($138,000) for the nine months ended September 30, 2024, after adjusting for net non-cash expenses totaling $5,346,000. Of the negative Adjusted EBITDA, ($321,000) was attributed to the former CEO severance, which will end after the first quarter of 2025.
    • Cash and Investments Convertible to Cash (Non-GAAP) – Cash and investments convertible to cash totaled $9,239,000 on September 30, 2024, an increase of $404,000 compared to December 31, 2023. The increase includes a $3,000,000 draw on the Company’s credit facility to invest in strategic improvements to the Company’s portfolio of commercial properties and land.
    Lease to the State of Hawaii for Temporary Housing

    In furtherance of our stated mission to productively use our assets to meet the community’s critical needs, we agreed to lease approximately 50 acres of vacant land to the State of Hawai‘i in an area known as Honokeana, near Napili in Lahaina, Maui, to construct temporary housing for individuals and families displaced by the Maui wildfires on August 8, 2023. The lease is at no cost for five years, plus the duration of time necessary to construct the temporary homes. 

    The State will fund all costs to complete the project, including approximately $35,500,000 to complete the necessary infrastructure improvements, and we have agreed to administer the construction of such improvements and, at the State’s election, the subsequent housing construction. Our administration services will be at cost and will not contribute to our profits.

    Revitalizing MLPs Commercial Town Centers

    We continue to prioritize the revitalization of our commercial centers in West Maui and Hali‘imaile. As part of these efforts, we have been actively pursuing new opportunities to optimize existing tenancy and execute new leases for available commercial space.

    Hali‘imaile Pineapple Company, well known for their Maui Pineapple Tours and the Maui Gold pineapple farm, has progressed with updates to their flagship store and plans to open before year end. Aloha Training has also signed a lease in Hali‘imaile commercial space and has ramped up activity in the town with their daily jiu jitsu classes.

    In West Maui, Kapalua Ziplines has renewed their long-term commercial lease and land license to continue their unique operations and tours in the West Maui mountains. Their commercial space has relocated to the Kapalua Adventure Center, allowing for growth and an improved experience for their visitors. Honolua Store has also renewed their long-term lease to continue their historic location as a visitor destination and general store for the area. 

    Non-GAAP Financial Measures

    Certain non-GAAP financial measures are presented in this press release, including Adjusted EBITDA and Cash and Investments Convertible to Cash, to provide information that may assist investors in understanding the Company’s financial results and financial condition and assessing its prospects for future performance. We believe that Adjusted EBITDA is an important indicator of our operating performance because it excludes items that are unrelated to, and may not be indicative of, our core operating results. We believe Cash and Cash Investments Convertible to Cash are important indicators of liquidity because it includes items that are convertible into cash in the short term. These non-GAAP financial measures are not intended to represent and should not be considered more meaningful measures than, or alternatives to, measures of operating performance or liquidity as determined in accordance with GAAP. To the extent we utilize such non-GAAP financial measures in the future, we expect to calculate them using a consistent method from period to period.

    EBITDA is a non-GAAP financial measure defined as net income (loss) excluding interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization. Adjusted EBITDA is further adjusted for non-cash stock-based compensation expense and pension and post-retirement expenses. Adjusted EBITDA is a key measure used by the Company to evaluate operating performance, generate future operating plans, and make strategic decisions for the allocation of capital. The Company presents Adjusted EBITDA to provide information that may assist investors in understanding its financial results. However, Adjusted EBITDA is not intended to be a substitute for net income (loss). A reconciliation of Adjusted EBITDA to the most directly comparable GAAP financial measure is provided further below.

    Cash and investments convertible to cash is a non-GAAP financial measure defined as cash and cash equivalents plus restricted cash and investments. Cash and cash investments convertible to cash is a key measure used by the Company to evaluate internal liquidity. The inclusion of the convertible investments to cash better describes the overall liquidity of the company as convertible investments convert to cash within forty-eight hours of authorization to liquidate the investment portfolio.

    Additional Information

    More information about the Company’s fiscal year 2023 operating results and the Company’s quarterly period ended September 30, 2024 operating results are available in the Form 10-K filed with the SEC on March 28, 2024, and the Form 10-Q filed with the SEC on November 14, 2024, each of which are posted at mauiland.com.

    About Maui Land & Pineapple Company 

    Maui Land & Pineapple Company, Inc. (NYSE: MLP) is dedicated to the thoughtful stewardship of its portfolio including over 22,400 acres of land and 247,000 square feet of commercial real estate. The Company envisions a future where people can thrive in resilient communities with sufficient housing supply, economic stability, food and water security and deep connections between people and place. For over a century, the Company has built a legacy of authentic innovation through conservation, agriculture, community building and land management. The Company continues this legacy today with a mission to thoughtfully maximize the productive use of its assets to meet the current critical needs and those of future generations.

    The Company’s assets include land for future residential and mixed-use projects within the world-renowned Kapalua Resort, home to luxury hotels, such as The Ritz-Carlton Maui and Montage Kapalua Bay, two championship golf courses, pristine beaches, a network of walking and hiking trails, and the Pu‘u Kukui Watershed, the largest private nature preserve in Hawai‘i. 

    Forward-Looking Statements

    This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements include but are not limited to statements regarding the Company’s ability to repurpose its land for productive use, increase Maui’s housing supply, improve tenanting of the village centers, and fill vacancies in our commercial properties. These forward-looking statements are based on the current beliefs and expectations of management and are inherently subject to significant business, economic and competitive uncertainties, and contingencies, many of which are beyond the control of the Company. In addition, these forward-looking statements are subject to assumptions with respect to future business strategies and decisions that are subject to change. Actual results may differ materially from the anticipated results discussed in these forward-looking statements because of possible uncertainties. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in the forward-looking statements are discussed in the Company’s reports (such as Annual Reports on Form 10-K, Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and Current Reports on Form 8-K) filed with the SEC and available on the SEC’s Internet site (http://www.sec.gov). We undertake no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statement, whether written or oral, that may be made from time to time, whether because of new information, future developments or otherwise.

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    CONTACT

       
       
    Investors: Wade Kodama | Chief Financial Officer | Maui Land & Pineapple Company
       
       
      e: wade@mauiland.com
    Media: Ashley Takitani Leahey | Vice President | Maui Land & Pineapple Company
    e: ashley@mauiland.com
    Dylan Beesley | Senior Vice President | Bennet Group Strategic Communications
    e: dylan@bennetgroup.com
    MAUI LAND & PINEAPPLE COMPANY, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
    CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS AND COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS)
    (UNAUDITED)
        Nine Months Ended
    September 30,
     
        2024     2023  
        (in thousands except  
        per share amounts)  
    OPERATING REVENUES                
                     
    Land development and sales   $ 200     $ 19  
    Leasing     7,148       6,249  
    Resort amenities and other     805       604  
    Total operating revenues     8,153       6,872  
                     
    OPERATING COSTS AND EXPENSES                
    Land development and sales     687       526  
    Leasing     3,447       2,984  
    Resort amenities and other     992       1,113  
    General and administrative     3,336       2,996  
    Share-based compensation     4,676       2,472  
    Depreciation     531       683  
    Total operating costs and expenses     13,669       10,774  
                     
    OPERATING LOSS     (5,516 )     (3,902 )
                     
    Other income     271       598  
    Pension and other post-retirement expenses     (234 )     (364 )
    Interest expense     (5 )     (5 )
    NET LOSS   $ (5,484 )   $ (3,673 )
    Other comprehensive income – pension, net     204       247  
                     
    TOTAL COMPREHENSIVE LOSS   $ (5,280 )   $ (3,426 )
                     
    NET LOSS PER COMMON SHARE-BASIC   $ (0.28 )   $ (0.19 )
    NET LOSS PER COMMON SHARE-DILUTED   $ (0.27 )   $ (0.19 )
                     
    MAUI LAND & PINEAPPLE COMPANY, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
    CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
        September
    30, 2024
        December 31, 2023  
        (unaudited)     (audited)  
        (in thousands except share data)  
    ASSETS                
    CURRENT ASSETS                
    Cash and cash equivalents   $ 6,138     $ 5,700  
    Accounts receivable, net     1,534       1,166  
    Investments, current portion     2,982       2,671  
    Prepaid expenses and other assets     795       467  
    Total current assets     11,449       10,004  
                     
    PROPERTY & EQUIPMENT, NET     17,061       16,059  
                     
    OTHER ASSETS                
    Investments, noncurrent portion     119       464  
    Investment in joint venture     1,627       1,608  
    Deferred development costs     13,917       12,815  
    Other noncurrent assets     1,743       1,273  
    Total other assets     17,406       16,160  
    TOTAL ASSETS   $ 45,916     $ 42,223  
                     
    LIABILITIES & STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY                
    LIABILITIES                
    CURRENT LIABILITIES                
    Accounts payable   $ 2,293     $ 1,154  
    Payroll and employee benefits     631       502  
    Accrued retirement benefits, current portion     142       142  
    Deferred revenue, current portion     307       217  
    Long-term debt, current portion     85        
    Other current liabilities     548       465  
    Total current liabilities     4,006       2,480  
                     
    LONG-TERM LIABILITIES                
    Accrued retirement benefits, noncurrent portion     1,485       1,550  
    Deferred revenue, net of current portion     1,267       1,367  
    Deposits     1,952       2,108  
    Line of credit     3,000        
    Long-term debt     189        
    Other noncurrent liabilities     27       14  
    Total long-term liabilities     7,920       5,039  
    TOTAL LIABILITIES     11,926       7,519  
                     
    COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES                
                     
    STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY                
    Preferred stock–$0.0001 par value; 5,000,000 shares authorized; no shares issued and outstanding            
    Common stock–$0.0001 par value; 43,000,000 shares authorized; 19,657,407 and 19,615,350 shares issued and outstanding at September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively     85,758       84,680  
    Additional paid-in-capital     14,026       10,538  
    Accumulated deficit     (59,101 )     (53,617 )
    Accumulated other comprehensive loss     (6,693 )     (6,897 )
    Total stockholders’ equity     33,990       34,704  
    TOTAL LIABILITIES & STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY   $ 45,916     $ 42,223  
                     
    MAUI LAND & PINEAPPLE COMPANY, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
    SUPPLEMENTAL FINANCIAL INFORMATION
    (NON-GAAP) UNAUDITED
        Nine months ended  
        September 30,  
        2024     2023  
        (In thousands except per share  
        amounts)  
                     
    NET LOSS   $ (5,484 )   $ (3,673 )
    Non-cash income and expenses                
    Interest expense     5       5  
    Depreciation     531       683  
    Amortization of licensing fee revenue     (100 )     (100 )
    Share-based compensation                
    Vesting of Incentive Stock for former CEO and VP upon separation           730  
    Vesting of Stock Options granted to Board Chair and Directors     2,890       915  
    Vesting of Stock Compensation granted to Board Chair and Directors     426       478  
    Vesting of Stock Options granted to CEO     599          
    Vesting of employee Incentive Stock     761       349  
    Pension and other post-retirement expenses     234       364  
                     
    ADJUSTED EBITDA (LOSS)   $ (138 )   $ (249 )
                     
        September 30,
    2024
        December 31,
    2023
     
        (unaudited)     (audited)  
        (in thousands)  
                     
    CASH AND INVESTMENTS CONVERTIBLE TO CASH                
    Cash and cash equivalents   $ 6,138     $ 5,700  
    Investments, current portion     2,982       2,671  
    Investments, noncurrent portion     119       464  
                     
    TOTAL CASH AND INVESTMENTS CONVERTIBLE TO CASH   $ 9,239     $ 8,835  


    FAQ

    What was Maui Land & Pineapple’s (MLP) revenue growth in Q3 2024?

    MLP reported an 18.6% increase in operating revenue compared to the same period last year, reaching $8.15 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2024.

    How much was MLP’s net loss in Q3 2024?

    MLP reported a net loss of $5.48 million, or ($0.28) per basic common share, for the nine months ended September 30, 2024.

    What was the growth in MLP’s leased commercial property area in 2024?

    MLP reported a 19% increase in leased commercial property area for the nine months ended September 30, 2024.

    How much land did MLP lease to the State of Hawaii for temporary housing?

    MLP leased approximately 50 acres of vacant land in Honokeana, near Napili in Lahaina, Maui, to the State of Hawaii for temporary housing following the Maui wildfires.

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