
EPRT Stock Forecast & Price Target
EPRT Analyst Ratings
Bulls say
Essential Properties Realty Trust Inc. demonstrates exceptional earnings growth, boasting among the lowest dividend payout ratios within its sector, which enhances its financial stability. The company leads the sector with an impressive adjusted funds from operations (AFFO) compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 9.0% for the period between 2024 and 2026, significantly outperforming the sector average of 3.5%. Additionally, Essential Properties has maintained robust investment momentum, having closed $219 million in investments year-to-date through September 4, along with an additional $212 million under purchase and sale agreements or letters of intent, indicating a strong pipeline for future growth.
Bears say
Essential Properties Realty Trust Inc. has experienced a year-to-date share price decline of 2.6%, contrasting sharply with its peer group, which recorded a positive growth of 13.0%. This underperformance has led to a contraction in the valuation multiple, with Essential Properties trading at 14.2x compared to the peer average of 13.3x, indicating a relative weakness in market positioning. Furthermore, even when utilizing free cash flow metrics to assess valuation, Essential Properties remains at a mid-5.0% range, suggesting that financial fundamentals may not sufficiently support a more favorable outlook.
This aggregate rating is based on analysts' research of Essential Properties Realty Trust Inc and is not a guaranteed prediction by Public.com or investment advice.
EPRT Analyst Forecast & Price Prediction
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