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Starwood Property Trust, Inc. (NYSE: STWD) today announced that the conversion rate applicable to its outstanding 4.55% Convertible Senior Notes due 2018 has been adjusted to 46.1565 from 45.6167 and the conversion rate applicable to its outstanding 4.00% Convertible Senior Notes due 2019 has been adjusted to 48.9439 from 48.4451, in each case effective December 29, 2015 and subject to further adjustment as provided in the applicable governing indenture. The adjustments have been made pursuant to the terms of the notes as a result of the cash dividend paid on October 15, 2015, which adjustment was deferred and carried forward as permitted under the applicable indenture, and the cash dividend with an ex-dividend date of December 29, 2015 to be paid on January 15, 2016. About Starwood Property Trust, Inc. Starwood Property Trust (NYSE: STWD), an affiliate of global private investment firm Starwood Capital Group, is the largest commercial mortgage real estate investment trust in the ...

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Starwood Property Trust (NYSE: STWD) today announced that the Company will release its third quarter financial results on Thursday, November 5, 2015 before the opening of trading on the New York Stock Exchange. A conference call will be held on Thursday, November 5, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time. During the conference call, the Company's officers will review third quarter performance, discuss recent events and conduct a question-and-answer period. Webcast The conference call will also be available in the Investor Relations section of the Company's website at www.starwoodpropertytrust.com . To listen to a live broadcast, go to the site at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled start time in order to register, download and install any necessary audio software.  A replay of the call will also be available for 90 days on the Company's website To Participate in the Telephone Conference Call: Dial in at least five minutes prior to start time. Domestic: 1-877-548-7911 International: ...

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Starwood Property Trust (NYSE: STWD) today announced that the Company will release its second quarter financial results on Tuesday, August 4, 2015 before the opening of trading on the New York Stock Exchange. A conference call will be held on Tuesday, August 4, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time. During the conference call, the Company's officers will review second quarter performance, discuss recent events and conduct a question-and-answer period. Webcast The conference call will also be available in the Investor Relations section of the Company's website at www.starwoodpropertytrust.com . To listen to a live broadcast, go to the site at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled start time in order to register, download and install any necessary audio software.  A replay of the call will also be available for 90 days on the Company's website To Participate in the Telephone Conference Call: Dial in at least five minutes prior to start time. Domestic: 1-888-539-3613 International: ...

 Starwood Property Trust, Inc. (NYSE: STWD) today announced that the conversion rate applicable to its outstanding 4.55% Convertible Senior Notes due 2018 has been adjusted to 45.6167 from 45.1313 and the conversion rate applicable to its outstanding 4.00% Convertible Senior Notes due 2019 has been adjusted to 48.4451 from 47.9958, in each case effective June 26, 2015 and subject to further adjustment as provided in the applicable governing indenture. The adjustments have been made pursuant to the terms of the notes as a result of the cash dividend paid on April 15, 2015, which adjustment was deferred and carried forward as permitted under the applicable indenture, and the cash dividend with an ex-dividend date of June 26, 2015 to be paid on July 15, 2015. About Starwood Property Trust, Inc. Starwood Property Trust (NYSE: STWD), an affiliate of global private investment firm Starwood Capital Group, is the largest commercial mortgage real estate investment trust in the United ...

Starwood Property Trust (NYSE: STWD) announced today that its Board of Directors has authorized a $200 million increase and one-year extension to the Company's share repurchase program. The Company is now authorized to purchase up to $450 million of its outstanding common shares and convertible notes over a period of one year ending on June 22, 2016.  The repurchase program will be funded through the Company's existing cash. Purchases made pursuant to the program will be made in either the open market or in privately negotiated transactions from time to time as permitted by federal securities laws and other legal requirements. The timing, manner, price and amount of any repurchases will be determined by the Company in its discretion and will be subject to economic and market conditions, stock price, applicable legal requirements and other factors. The program may be suspended or discontinued at any time. About Starwood Property Trust, Inc. Starwood Property Trust (NYSE: STWD), an ...

Starwood Property Trust, Inc. (NYSE: STWD) today announced that Adam Behlman and Isaac Pesin were promoted to the position of Co-Presidents of its Real Estate Investing & Servicing Division ("REIS"). They had assumed the roles of Co-heads of REIS earlier this year. In their new role they will oversee the CMBS and real estate investment platform as well as lead LNR Partners, the Company's commercial mortgage special servicer. "We are pleased to elevate two industry veterans who have continued to contribute to our Company's success to manage our Real Estate Investing & Servicing Division. The ascension of Adam and Isaac highlights the depth and talent of our management team.  The businesses that make up REIS, including CMBS investing in both legacy securities and new issue B-pieces, special servicing, and real estate investing, are all key components of Starwood Property Trust's enterprise. We believe we have enhanced our organizational structure to foster the growth and development of ...

Starwood Property Trust, Inc. (NYSE: STWD) today announced that Mark Cagley has been appointed Chief Credit Officer of Starwood Property Trust, effective June 8, 2015. In this role, Mr. Cagley will oversee due diligence and underwriting for all investments. Mr. Cagley will also join the Company's Investment Committee. He replaces Carl Tash, who has served as Interim Chief Credit Officer since 2014. Mr. Tash will return to Starwood Capital Group full-time where he serves as Chief Credit Officer and will remain on Starwood Property Trust's Investment Committee. "We are pleased to add an executive of Mark's caliber to the Starwood Property Trust executive team. Mark's strong track record and extensive experience and relationships in the commercial real estate industry will enhance our growing platform as we continue to capitalize on the vast opportunity set in the commercial real estate markets. I also would like to thank Carl for his service as over the past year. We're pleased that ...

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Starwood Property Trust (NYSE: STWD) today announced that the Company will release its first quarter financial results on Tuesday, May 5, 2015 before the opening of trading on the New York Stock Exchange. A conference call will be held on Tuesday, May 5, 2015 at 10:00 am. Eastern time. During the conference call, the Company's officers will review first quarter performance, discuss recent events and conduct a question-and-answer period. Webcast The conference call will also be available in the Investor Relations section of the Company's website at www.starwoodpropertytrust.com . To listen to a live broadcast, go to the site at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled start time in order to register, download and install any necessary audio software.  A replay of the call will also be available for 90 days on the Company's website To Participate in the Telephone Conference Call:  Dial in at least five minutes prior to start time. Domestic: 1-888-430-8694 International: 1-719-325-2448 ...

Starwood Property Trust, Inc. (NYSE: STWD) (the "Company") today announced the pricing of an underwritten public offering of 12,000,000 shares of its common stock for total estimated gross proceeds of approximately $286 million (or approximately $329 million if the option to purchase additional shares is exercised in full).  The underwriters have a 30-day option to purchase up to an additional 1,800,000 shares from the Company.  Settlement of the offering is subject to customary closing conditions and is expected to occur on April 20, 2015.  All of the shares will be issued under the Company's currently effective shelf registration statement filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company intends to use the net proceeds received from the offering to originate and purchase additional commercial mortgage loans and other target assets and investments, including to fund a portion of the purchase price for the Company's pending acquisition of a portfolio of properties in ...

Starwood Property Trust, Inc. (NYSE: STWD) (the "Company") today announced that it is offering 12,000,000 shares of its common stock in an underwritten public offering.  The underwriters will have a 30-day option from the date of the offering to purchase up to an additional 1,800,000 shares from the Company.  All of the shares will be issued under the Company's currently effective shelf registration statement filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company intends to use the net proceeds received from the offering to originate and purchase additional commercial mortgage loans and other target assets and investments, including to fund a portion of the purchase price for the Company's pending acquisition of a portfolio of properties in Dublin, Ireland.  The Company may also use a portion of the net proceeds for other general corporate purposes, including, but not limited to, the payment of liabilities and other working capital needs. Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC, Citigroup ...

Starwood Property Trust, Inc. (NYSE: STWD) today announced that it will host an Analyst & Investor Day on Thursday, April 2, 2015. The Analyst & Investor Day will begin at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time.  For investors interested in listening to the presentation, a live audio webcast will be available on the Company's website at www.starwoodpropertytrust.com.  To listen to a live broadcast, access the site at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled start time in order to register and download and install any necessary audio software. An online replay of the webcast will be available on the website for one year from the webcast date. About Starwood Property Trust, Inc. Starwood Property Trust (NYSE: STWD), an affiliate of global private investment firm Starwood Capital Group, is the largest commercial mortgage real estate investment trust in the United States. The Company's core business focuses on originating, acquiring, financing and managing commercial mortgage loans and other commercial ...

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Starwood Property Trust, Inc. (NYSE: STWD) ("the Company") today announced the tax treatment for the Company's aggregate distributions of $7.2836 per share of common stock (CUSIP: 85571B105) paid with respect to the calendar year ended December 31, 2014: Form 1099 Reference: (Boxes 1a + 2a + 3)  Box 1a  Box 1b  Box 2a Box 2b Box 3 Record Date Payable Date Cash Distribution Per Share Ordinary Taxable Dividend Taxable Qualified Dividends (1) Total Capital Gain Distribution Unrecaptured 1250 Gain (2) Nondividend Distributions (3) 12/31/13 01/15/14 0.0756 0.0194 0.0020 0.0028 - 0.0534 01/24/14 01/31/14 5.7680 1.4813 0.1553 0.2131 - 4.0735 03/31/14 04/15/14 0.4800 0.1233 0.0129 0.0178 - 0.3389 06/30/14 07/15/14 0.4800 0.1233 0.0129 0.0178 - 0.3389 09/30/14 10/15/14 0.4800 0.1233 0.0129 0.0178 - 0.3389 Totals 7.2836 1.8706 0.1960 0.2693 - 5.1436 ...

Starwood Property Trust (NYSE: STWD) today announced that the Company will release its fourth quarter financial results on Wednesday, February 25, 2015 before the opening of trading on the New York Stock Exchange. A conference call will be held on Wednesday, February 25, 2015 at 10:00 am. Eastern time. During the conference call, the Company's officers will review fourth quarter performance, discuss recent events and conduct a question-and-answer period. Webcast The conference call will also be available in the Investor Relations section of the Company's website at www.starwoodpropertytrust.com . To listen to a live broadcast, go to the site at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled start time in order to register, download and install any necessary audio software. A replay of the call will also be available for 90 days on the Company's website. To Participate in the Telephone Conference Call: Dial in at least five minutes prior to start time. Domestic:  1-888-572-7034 ...