Business Context and Reporting Period
Company: Chicago Atlantic Real Estate Finance, Inc. (REFI)
Filing Type: Form 8-K (Current Report)
Date of Report: May 7, 2026
Reporting Period: First Quarter ended March 31, 2026
This filing announces the release of financial results for the first quarter of 2026. The detailed results are contained in a press release (Exhibit 99.1) and an earnings presentation (Exhibit 99.2), which are incorporated by reference but not deemed "filed" under Section 18 of the Exchange Act.
Key Financial Metrics
The provided text is a cover sheet and does not contain specific numerical data regarding revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity. These figures are located in the referenced exhibits (99.1 and 99.2) which are not included in the input text.
Material Changes
No material changes or comparative financial data versus prior periods are disclosed in the text of this Form 8-K. The filing serves solely to notify the market of the availability of the Q1 2026 results.
Guidance, Outlook, and Management Commentary
- Conference Call: Management scheduled a conference call for Thursday, May 7, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. (Eastern Time) to discuss the financial results.
- Disclosure: A presentation regarding the Q1 2026 results was disseminated under Regulation FD (Item 7.01).
- Guidance: No specific forward-looking guidance or outlook is provided in this filing text.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Review Exhibit 99.1 (Press Release) for specific Q1 2026 revenue, net income, and FFO figures.
- Examine Exhibit 99.2 (Earnings Presentation) for portfolio updates, liquidity details, and management commentary.
- Verify the conference call transcript for any updated guidance or discussion of risks not detailed in the written release.
- Confirm the status of the company's emerging growth company election as indicated in the filing.