Answer
Based on the information in the news release, management did not provide any guidance or outlook for earnings per share (EPS) or funds‑from‑operations (FFO) for the second half of 2025.
What the release does include
| Metric (per share) | Q2 2025 | Q2 2024 | Δ (absolute) | Δ (percent) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings per share (EPS) | $0.50 | $0.47 | +$0.03 | +6.4 % |
| Funds from Operations (FFO) | $0.98 | $0.94 | +$0.04 | — (no % change shown) |
The release presents the actual results for the quarter ended June 30 2025 (and the six‑month period) but contains no statements, forecasts, or management commentary about expected EPS or FFO performance for the remainder of 2025 (i.e., the second half of the year).
Why this matters
- Guidance is typically disclosed in a separate “Outlook” or “Management Commentary” section, where the company would project future EPS, FFO, or other key metrics.
- In this particular Business Wire announcement, the only content is the comparison of Q2 2025 results to Q2 2024 and the presentation of the raw per‑share figures. No forward‑looking statements, target ranges, or expectations for the July‑December 2025 period are mentioned.
Conclusion
Therefore, from the provided news release, we cannot confirm that Equity Residential’s management gave any EPS or FFO guidance for the second half of 2025. If you need that information, you would have to look for a separate earnings call transcript, a press release that specifically includes a “Guidance” section, or a filing (e.g., a Form 8‑K) where the company may have disclosed its outlook.