Why these 2 ASX REITs are in the red after today’s results

A pair of ASX-listed property trusts is trading lower on Wednesday after releasing their latest half-year results, despite steady performances.

Centuria Office REIT (ASX: COF) shares are down 0.47% to $1.055, while Charter Hall Social Infrastructure REIT (ASX: CQE) is weaker by 3.22% to $2.855.

Here is what investors are reacting to.

Centuria Office REIT delivers mixed half-year results

Centuria Office REIT reported its results for the six months to 31 December 2025, showing a business that remains stable but still faces pressure from higher costs.

The trust delivered funds from operations of $33.4 million, or 5.6 cents per unit. That was slightly lower than the same period last year, largely due to higher interest expenses. Distributions for the half were maintained at 5.05 cents per unit, in line with expectations.

There were some positives in the result. Leasing activity remained solid, with more than 29,000 square metres of space leased across the portfolio during the half. Centuria also reported a $42.8 million uplift in portfolio valuations, with most assets holding their value or improving.

Management also sold an office asset in Chatswood at a premium, helping recycle capital and strengthen the balance sheet.

However, with earnings slightly lower and interest costs still elevated, the result failed to lift sentiment. Centuria reaffirmed its full-year guidance, pointing to funds from operations of between 11.1 and 11.5 cents per unit and full-year distributions of 10.1 cents.

Charter Hall Social Infrastructure REIT fails to excite

Charter Hall Social Infrastructure REIT also released its half-year results today, highlighting the defensive nature of its portfolio.

The trust focuses on social infrastructure assets such as schools, childcare centres, and government-leased properties. These assets typically have long leases and reliable tenants, which supports income stability.

During the half, CQE continued to reshape its portfolio, selling some lower-yielding early learning assets and reinvesting into longer-dated social infrastructure properties. The trust also extended its average debt maturity and reported a stronger balance sheet position.

Management upgraded its full-year guidance, now expecting operating earnings of at least 17.2 cents per unit and distributions of 17 cents per unit for FY26.

Despite the upgrade, investors appear underwhelmed. Much of the good news may have already been priced into the share price, and investors remain wary of the broader REIT sector.

Foolish Takeaway

Both REITs delivered steady results, but neither provided a clear catalyst for higher share prices.

With interest rates still elevated, investors remain focused on balance sheet strength, reliable income, and long-term growth.

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