Rithm Property Trust Reports Reduced Q1 Loss, Initiates $10M Share Repurchase Program

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Rithm Property Trust Inc. reported a reduced net loss for Q1 2026 and initiated a new $10.0 million share repurchase program, while maintaining strong liquidity and compliance with debt covenants.

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• Net Loss Attributable to Common Stockholders Improved

  The company reported a net loss attributable to common stockholders of $(3.28) million for the three months ended March 31, 2026, an improvement from a net loss of $(3.74) million in the same period last year. Basic EPS improved to $(0.43) from $(0.49).

• Significant Reduction in Other Loss

  Total other loss decreased substantially to $(0.776) million in Q1 2026 from $(3.588) million in Q1 2025, primarily due to the non-recurrence of realized losses on residential mortgage-backed securities (RMBS) sales from the prior year.

• New $10 Million Stock Repurchase Program Approved

  The Board of Directors approved a new stock repurchase program on February 26, 2026, authorizing the repurchase of up to $10.0 million of common stock through March 1, 2027. The company repurchased 15,227 shares for $0.2 million during Q1 2026.

• Increased Cash and Reduced Repurchase Agreements

  Cash and cash equivalents increased to $96.3 million as of March 31, 2026, from $79.3 million at December 31, 2025. Repurchase financing agreements decreased by $97.7 million to $309.4 million.

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Rithm Property Trust Inc. reported an improved net loss for the first quarter of 2026, primarily driven by a significant reduction in other losses compared to the prior year. The company also announced a new $10.0 million stock repurchase program, signaling a commitment to returning value to shareholders. While the company maintains an At-The-Market (ATM) program for potential future capital raises, no shares were sold under this program during the quarter. The company's liquidity position strengthened, and it remains in compliance with all debt covenants, indicating stable financial management despite ongoing challenges in the commercial real estate sector.