KKR Real Estate Finance Trust Inc. current report, 26 July 2021

Business Context and Reporting Period

Company: KKR Real Estate Finance Trust Inc.
Filing Type: Form 8-K (Current Report)
Date of Report: July 26, 2021
Reporting Period: Quarter ended June 30, 2021
Business Context: The filing announces the issuance of an earnings release and supplemental financial information for the second quarter of 2021. The company is incorporated in Maryland and trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbols KREF (Common Stock) and KREF PRA (Preferred Stock).

Key Financial Metrics

The provided text serves as a cover report referencing the actual financial data contained in attached exhibits. Consequently, specific numerical values for the following metrics are not present in the filing text itself:

  • Revenue
  • Profit (Net Income)
  • Cash Flow
  • Margins
  • Debt Levels
  • Liquidity Positions

Note: Detailed financial results are located in Exhibit 99.1 (Earnings Release) and Exhibit 99.2 (Supplemental Financial Information), which are incorporated by reference but not included in the source text provided.

Material Changes

The filing text does not provide specific data regarding material changes in financial performance compared to the prior comparable period. Investors must refer to the referenced exhibits for year-over-year or quarter-over-quarter comparisons.

Guidance, Outlook, and Risks

Forward-Looking Statements: The report contains forward-looking statements regarding expectations, beliefs, projections, and future strategies. These are based on current assumptions and are subject to change due to various factors not within the company's control.
Disclaimer: The company explicitly states it does not undertake any obligation to update these forward-looking statements except as required by law.
Risk Factors: Specific risks and contingencies are not detailed in this text but are referenced as being available in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2020, and subsequent periodic filings.

Investor Verification Checklist

  • Review Exhibit 99.1 for the official earnings release to obtain specific revenue, net income, and FFO figures for the quarter ended June 30, 2021.
  • Examine Exhibit 99.2 for supplemental financial information, including portfolio metrics and liquidity details.
  • Verify the company's status as an Emerging Growth Company (indicated as "Yes" in the filing) and its election regarding extended transition periods for accounting standards.
  • Consult the most recent Form 10-K and periodic filings for updated risk factors affecting forward-looking statements.