Seaport Entertainment Group Inc.: Q1 FY2026 earnings call
What management said about Q1 FY2026, from the documents filed with the SEC on 6 May 2026: press release. The quarter’s numbers.
Key takeaways
- Revenue fell 20.7% year-over-year: Total revenues were $12.7 million, down $3.3 million or 20.7% from $16.1 million a year earlier. Hospitality revenue accounted for most of the decline. Source
- Net loss widened to $44.1 million: Net loss attributable to common stockholders was $(44.1) million, or $(3.47) per share, compared with $(31.9) million, or $(2.51) per share, a year earlier. Source
- Non-GAAP loss narrowed 21.4%: Non-GAAP adjusted net loss attributable to common stockholders was $(17.9) million, or $(1.41) per share, against $(22.8) million, or $(1.79) per share, a year earlier. Source
- Sadie’s and Garden Bar opened: Sadie’s, an all-day New American neighborhood restaurant, and Sadie’s Garden Bar, an outdoor bar with regular programming and large-scale events, opened on the Cobblestones. Source
- Balloon Museum set for Tin Building: Lux Entertainment is opening its U.S. flagship of Balloon Museum in the Tin Building under a five-year lease. The prior release also reported this lease. Source
- Depreciation and amortization more than doubled: Depreciation and amortization was $20.1 million against $8.1 million a year earlier, the largest change among expense lines. Total expenses were $52.7 million against $48.8 million. Source
- Cash and restricted cash rose: Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash were $144.7 million at March 31, 2026, against $87.4 million at December 31, 2025, with restricted cash at $29.9 million. Source
- 250 Water Street sold for $143.0 million: The 250 Water Street development site sold for $143.0 million in February 2026, with net proceeds of $76.1 million after repaying $61.3 million of variable-rate debt and closing costs. Source
“With Sadie’s opening, Balloon Museum coming to the Tin Building, The Rooftop at Pier 17 concert series returning, and the Las Vegas Aviators’ season underway, we are giving people more reasons to show up, connect, and engage”
Matt Partridge, President and Chief Executive Officer of Seaport Entertainment Group
What changed from last quarter
- New: The previously announced 10-year Cobblestones agreement is now identified as being with Public Service, a Brooklyn-based arts and hospitality team. Source
- New: Sadie's restaurant and Sadie's Garden Bar opened on the Cobblestones; the prior release had announced plans to open Sadie's. Source
- New: GITANO NYC moves from a license agreement to a lease effective April 1, 2026, after quarter end. Source
- New: Lux Entertainment announced that Balloon Museum will feature a major installation by artist Marina Abramović. Source
Results and net loss
- Revenue fell 20.7% year-over-year: Total revenues were $12.7 million, down $3.3 million or 20.7% from $16.1 million a year earlier. Hospitality revenue accounted for most of the decline. Source
- Net loss widened to $44.1 million: Net loss attributable to common stockholders was $(44.1) million, or $(3.47) per share, compared with $(31.9) million, or $(2.51) per share, a year earlier. Source
- Non-GAAP loss narrowed 21.4%: Non-GAAP adjusted net loss attributable to common stockholders was $(17.9) million, or $(1.41) per share, against $(22.8) million, or $(1.79) per share, a year earlier. Source
- Operating loss deepened on amortization: Operating loss was $(42.5) million against $(32.7) million. Interest was a $(0.3) million expense, against $1.0 million of income a year earlier. Source
Revenue by line
- Hospitality revenue fell about 34%: Hospitality revenue was $5.1 million against $7.7 million a year earlier, and hospitality costs were $10.2 million against $15.7 million. Source
- Entertainment revenue rose about 7%: Entertainment revenue was $4.5 million against $4.2 million, while entertainment costs were $7.3 million against $7.1 million. Source
- Rental revenue fell about 27%: Rental revenue was $2.8 million against $3.8 million. Other revenue was $0.3 million in both periods. Source
“In a world where digital content is everywhere, in person experiences matter more and more”
Matt Partridge, President and Chief Executive Officer of Seaport Entertainment Group
Venues and openings
- Sadie’s and Garden Bar opened: Sadie’s, an all-day New American neighborhood restaurant, and Sadie’s Garden Bar, an outdoor bar with regular programming and large-scale events, opened on the Cobblestones. Source
- Balloon Museum set for Tin Building: Lux Entertainment is opening its U.S. flagship of Balloon Museum in the Tin Building under a five-year lease. The prior release also reported this lease. Source
- Public Service opening in Cobblestones: Public Service is opening its first Manhattan experience in about 11,000 square feet in the historic Cobblestones, under the 10-year agreement. Source
- Rooftop named top outdoor venue: The Rolling Stone Audio Awards named The Rooftop at Pier 17 the Best Outdoor Music Venue in the country in 2026. Source
Costs and non-GAAP adjustments
- Operating and G&A costs declined: Operating costs were $7.0 million against $8.1 million, and general and administrative expense was $8.1 million against $9.8 million. Source
- Depreciation and amortization more than doubled: Depreciation and amortization was $20.1 million against $8.1 million a year earlier, the largest change among expense lines. Total expenses were $52.7 million against $48.8 million. Source
- Restructuring costs added back: The non-GAAP reconciliation adds back $3.4 million of restructuring costs and $1.1 million of non-cash compensation, and deducts $0.6 million of lease termination fee income. Source
- Non-operating items reduced pre-tax result: Other income (loss), net was $(2.2) million, equity in losses from unconsolidated ventures was $(1.0) million, and a $(0.3) million impairment provision was recorded. Source
Balance sheet and cash
- Cash and restricted cash rose: Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash were $144.7 million at March 31, 2026, against $87.4 million at December 31, 2025, with restricted cash at $29.9 million. Source
- Debt fixed at 4.9% and secured: Debt outstanding was $39.1 million at a fixed 4.9% rate, secured on specific assets, with maturity in 2038. Year-end debt was $100.4 million at a 6.95% effective rate, per the prior release. Source
- Total assets fell with asset sale: Total assets were $541.8 million against $650.1 million at December 31, 2025, as assets held for sale of $137.4 million left the balance sheet. Source
Asset sale and share count
- 250 Water Street sold for $143.0 million: The 250 Water Street development site sold for $143.0 million in February 2026, with net proceeds of $76.1 million after repaying $61.3 million of variable-rate debt and closing costs. Source
- Shares outstanding edged higher: Shares issued and outstanding were 12,806 thousand at March 31, 2026, up from 12,777 thousand at December 31, 2025. Weighted average diluted shares were 12,723 thousand. Source
Strategy and positioning
- Platform framed as entertainment and hospitality: The company describes its focus as delivering experiences through restaurant, entertainment, sports, retail and hospitality offerings integrated into real estate. Source
- Pier 17 restaurant moved to lease: GITANO NYC, a restaurant of about 15,000 square feet on Pier 17, moves from a license to a lease effective April 1, 2026. Source
Management view of demand
- In-person experience framed as central: The CEO said in-person experiences matter more as digital content spreads, and that authenticity drives visitation, guest engagement and long-term value. Source
- Busy season with events underway: The CEO described the company as entering its busiest period, citing Sadie’s opening, Balloon Museum, the Rooftop concert series and the Las Vegas Aviators season. Source
Coming up, as management said on 6 May 2026
- Balloon Museum opening summer 2026: The prior release gave an anticipated opening for Balloon Museum in summer 2026, in the former Tin Building food and beverage space.
- Public Service concept opening early 2027: The prior release said the new Cobblestones concept is expected to open in early 2027, with the concept to be announced in the coming months.
- Rooftop concert series returning: The CEO said the Rooftop at Pier 17 concert series is returning as part of the busy season ahead. Source
Figures management reported
| Figure | Reported |
|---|---|
| Space under Public Service agreement Source | approximately 11,000 square feet |
| GITANO NYC restaurant space Source | approximately 15,000 square feet |
Earlier plans management reported on
- Not stated: The 10-year management and lease agreement, signed in Q4 2025, is described as previously announced. Source
- Not stated: The prior release said Sadie’s would open in spring 2026. This release reports that it opened.
Other quarters
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