WeWork Grapples with $122M Loss, Lease Rejections, and Ex-CEO’s Acquisition Offer

In a recent court filing, WeWork disclosed February 2024 financial statements revealing a $122 million monthly loss. 

As part of the company’s restructuring efforts, WeWork has been actively managing its real estate portfolio — renegotiating terms and, in many cases, rejecting leases within major markets around the world.  

According to a report published by BisNow, the company recently downsized four locations while revealing plans to reject a lease in Salt Lake City. To date, the company has assumed 25 leases and rejected 94, with approximately 173 North American sites still under negotiation. 

WeWork’s recent financial disclosures reveal a month-on-month decrease in losses — from a $153.7 million loss in January to $122 million in February. However, it’s reported that the company’s cash reserves have also dwindled in the process, dropping from $113.3 million at the end of January to $89.6 million by the end of February. 

Further complicating matters, WeWork still faces allegations from landlords regarding unpaid rent during ongoing lease negotiations. These claims add another layer of complexity to the company’s already challenging restructuring process, as it seeks to find a balance between maintaining viable locations and reducing its financial burden. 

Amidst the challenges, WeWork has also received a $500 million acquisition offer from its former CEO Adam Neumann — filed on March 25.