Raymond James Upgrades EastGroup Properties to 'Buy'
Raymond James has reinstated EastGroup Properties with a 'buy' rating and a $241 price target, a 17.62% upside from the current price.
Key Points
- Raymond James reinstated EastGroup Properties with a 'buy' rating and a $241 price target on June 18, 2026.
- Raymond James's $241 price target implies 17.62% upside from EastGroup Properties, Inc.'s ($EGP) current $204.89 share price.
- EastGroup Properties, Inc. (NYSE:EGP) shares traded near $197.55 with a market cap of $10.62 billion and a P/E ratio of 35.85.
- Several analysts, including Wells Fargo and Morgan Stanley, have maintained ratings on EastGroup, with price targets ranging from $208 to $231.
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Raymond James has reinstated EastGroup Properties, Inc. (NYSE:EGP) with a 'buy' rating, assigning a price target of $241 on June 18, 2026. This move reflects renewed optimism about the company's prospects in the industrial real estate sector.
EastGroup Properties, Inc. Stock Up 2.4%
Shares of NYSE:EGP traded near $197.55 following the rating update. EastGroup Properties has a market cap of approximately $10.62 billion. The company's P/E ratio stands at 35.85, indicating a relatively high valuation compared to some peers. The stock has seen a 52-week low of $159.37 and a high of $207.72, with a 50-day moving average of $200.61 and a 200-day moving average of $185.31.
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Recent Earnings
EastGroup Properties reported revenue of $735.38 million, reflecting a growth of 9.1% from the previous period. The company achieved a net margin of 39.79% and a return on equity of 8.46%. The next earnings report is expected on July 22, 2026.
Dividend
EastGroup Properties offers an annual dividend rate of $6.20, yielding 3.04% based on current prices. The dividend payout ratio is 1.1, suggesting the company returns a significant portion of its earnings to shareholders.
Insider Buying and Selling at EastGroup Properties, Inc.
Recent insider activity includes David Michael Fields selling 504 shares at an average price of $195.77 on June 4, 2026. On May 29, 2026, several insiders, including Donald Colleran and Pamela Shelley-Kessler, each bought 707 shares, although the transaction price was not disclosed.
Analysts Set New Price Targets
On June 18, 2026, Raymond James reinstated EastGroup Properties with a 'buy' rating and a $241 price target. Earlier, on June 1, 2026, Wells Fargo maintained its 'buy' rating with a $221 target. Morgan Stanley also kept a 'hold' rating with a $231 target on May 27, 2026. The consensus among analysts is a 'buy' rating, with an average price target of $214.89 based on 19 opinions.
About EastGroup Properties
EastGroup Properties, Inc. is a real estate investment trust (REIT) specializing in the development, acquisition, and operation of industrial properties in high-growth markets across the United States. Based in Ridgeland, Mississippi, the company focuses on providing functional and flexible distribution space, primarily in the 20,000 to 100,000 square foot range. Led by CEO Marshall A. Loeb, EastGroup aims to maximize shareholder value through strategic ownership of premier facilities near major transportation hubs.
Bottom Line
Raymond James' reinstatement of a 'buy' rating for EastGroup Properties reflects confidence in the company's growth strategy and market positioning. Investors often watch such analyst updates for insights into potential stock performance. As always, it's important to remember that such ratings are based on past data and may not predict future results.
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