Annual Report Details Significant Earnings Decline, Increased Non-Performing Loans, and Higher Recourse Leverage

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Franklin BSP Realty Trust's 2025 annual report confirms a substantial decline in earnings and book value, an increase in non-performing loans, and higher recourse leverage, while also detailing an increased share repurchase program and improved liquidity.

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• Significant Decline in Net Income and EPS

  Net income for 2025 decreased to $84.1 million from $92.4 million in 2024, and diluted EPS fell to $0.64 from $0.82 in the prior year, confirming the negative trend previously announced.

• Book Value Per Share Decreased

  Fully-converted book value per share declined from $15.19 in 2024 to $14.15 in 2025, indicating a reduction in shareholder equity.

• Increase in Non-Performing Loans and Recourse Leverage

  The number of non-performing loans increased from 3 ($133.2 million) in 2024 to 7 ($214.0 million) in 2025. Recourse net debt-to-equity significantly rose from 0.3x to 0.8x, and recourse leverage increased from 0.4x to 0.9x.

• Benefit for Credit Losses and Improved Liquidity

  The company reported a $11.9 million benefit for credit losses in 2025, a positive reversal from the $35.7 million provision in 2024. Total liquidity also increased to $821 million from $535 million.

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This annual report provides comprehensive financial results for 2025, confirming the significant decline in net income and diluted EPS previously indicated by the 8-K filed on February 11, 2026. Net income fell to $84.1 million in 2025 from $92.4 million in 2024, and diluted EPS dropped to $0.64 from $0.82. The company also reported a decrease in fully-converted book value per share from $15.19 to $14.15. A notable negative trend is the increase in non-performing loans, rising from 3 loans totaling $133.2 million in 2024 to 7 loans totaling $214.0 million in 2025, alongside a significant increase in recourse net debt-to-equity from 0.3x to 0.8x. However, the report also highlights positive developments, including a $11.9 million benefit for credit losses in 2025 (compared to a $35.7 million provision in 2024) and an increase in total liquidity to $821 million. The board also increased the share repurchase program to $50.0 million, signaling management's belief in the company's value despite the challenges. The acquisition of NewPoint Holdings JV LLC on July 1, 2025, for $427.8 million represents a strategic expansion into the Agency Business, though it contributed to increased operating expenses.