EPR Properties (EPR) Stock Overview
EPR Properties is the leading diversified experiential net lease real estate investment trust, specializing in select enduring experiential properties in the real estate industry. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
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| Valuation | 5/6 |
| Future Growth | 1/6 |
| Past Performance | 5/6 |
| Financial Health | 1/6 |
| Dividends | 5/6 |
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
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| Current Share Price | US$56.16 |
| 52 Week High | US$62.08 |
| 52 Week Low | US$48.11 |
| Beta | 1.04 |
| 1 Month Change | 0.30% |
| 3 Month Change | -2.26% |
| 1 Year Change | 0.29% |
| 3 Year Change | 24.14% |
| 5 Year Change | 4.97% |
| Change since IPO | 188.00% |
Recent News & Updates
Recent updates
Seeking Alpha • May 27
Get Paid To Wait: High-Yield Income Stocks For Volatile Markets
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Narrative Update • Sep 13
Experiential Segments Will Shape Urban And Suburban Revival
Analysts have raised EPR Properties’ price target to $58.35, citing the value-accretive Genting land sale, improved Topgolf rent coverage, and stronger theater industry fundamentals, while noting that valuation now appears balanced near historical averages. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts highlight the $200M Genting Malaysia land sale at an attractive yield, which alleviates concerns about missed equity raising opportunities.Seeking Alpha • Apr 28
EPR Properties: Don't Be Afraid Of Theaters
Summary EPR Properties' diverse portfolio, with 37% in theaters and 56% in other experiential properties, remains strong, despite past COVID-related challenges. Theaters are recovering, with 2023 box office at $8.9B and 2025 projections up to $9.7B, boosting EPR's financial stance. EPR's strategic capital recycling and solid lease structures ensure stability, with substantial liquidity and manageable debt maturities safeguarding dividend payments. Despite its attractive 9.7x forward-looking P/FFO valuation, I rate EPR as a "hold" due to personal portfolio balancing reasons and potential economic challenges affecting consumer spending. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Apr 13
EPR Properties: A Safe Haven During Market Turbulence
Summary EPR Properties' management capitalized on market downturns, exemplified by their $150 million share repurchase program during COVID-19, showcasing adept capital allocation. Strong Q4 2024 financials with AFFO of $1.22, a 10.6% free cash flow yield, and a forward-looking 11% dividend yield on cost. EPR's portfolio is resilient to protectionism and recession, focusing on U.S. domestic markets and "drive to" experiential locations. My trust in EPR's management and their strategic decisions ensures confidence in holding 1000 shares for consistent, high-yielding monthly cash flow. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Mar 16
EPR Properties: Does The Specter Of Bankruptcy Still Linger For AMC?
Summary EPR Properties has outperformed with a 16% year-to-date return, driven by healthy FFO growth. A dividend hike and strong investment spending guidance for 2025 provide reasons to continue to hold the commons. The financials show a slight dip in total assets in fiscal 2024, with significant upcoming debt maturities as cash and cash equivalents dipped year-over-year. AMC's financial instability remains a core risk, but a strong 2025 box office slate reduces immediate bankruptcy concerns. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Mar 10
This Fat Dividend Should Be On Your Retirement List: EPR Properties
Summary My income keeps growing and growing, through dividend hikes and reinvestment. Your income stream can be massive and powerful through careful investing. I provide nearly daily dividend investing ideas and education. Join us on your investing journey! Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Feb 21
Is EPR Properties A Safe Long-Term Dividend Choice?
Summary Dividend-paying stocks are a simple way to diversify one’s portfolio in the face of market uncertainty. EPR Properties, a REIT focused on experiential properties, reported mixed Q3 results with year end declines in FFO and AFFO. However, its impressive dividend and strong fundamentals, paired with a strategic shift away from pandemic-hit theater assets, make it a compelling option for income-motivated investors. EPR is undervalued, with a P/AFFO (FWD) 34.5% below the sector median and is Quant-Rated Strong Buy. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jan 07
EPR REIT: The Show Must Not Go On
Summary EPR Properties faces significant risks due to high exposure to theaters, a business model reliant on riskier investments, and a history of earnings and dividend cuts. Despite diversification efforts, EPR's AFFO and dividends haven't recovered to pre-COVID levels, unlike competitors like Realty Income, which boasts superior diversification and growth prospects. EPR's cost of capital is higher than Realty Income's, necessitating riskier investments, which could become problematic if operators default. I maintain a SELL rating for EPR due to its modest growth prospects and inferior income quality compared to Realty Income, VICI, and Agree Realty. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Dec 24
EPR Properties Is A Bargain Once Again
Summary I invested in EPR during the Covid-19 pandemic and have consistently added to my position due to my bullish outlook. EPR is a triple-net lease REIT focusing on non-gaming experiential properties like theatres and fitness centres, benefiting from tenant-covered costs and annual rent escalators. The experiential property sector, hit hard during Covid, is recovering strongly with 2023 Leisure Experience Spending surpassing pre-Covid levels, driven by younger generations prioritizing experiences. EPR's solid dividend coverage and their highly attractive yield combined with discounted valuation offer substantial upside potential. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Dec 08
EPR Properties: You Can Get An 8% Yield Again
Summary EPR Properties is a promising investment for passive income investors due to its well-covered dividend and strategic repositioning away from movie theaters. The trust's unique portfolio includes entertainment assets like ski resorts and wellness facilities, with a $6.9 billion valuation as of September 2024. Despite a short-term decline in funds from operations, EPR Properties maintains a high margin of safety with a 66% dividend pay-out ratio. EPR stock's current valuation offers a margin of safety, and the 8% yield is attractive for passive income investors awaiting the divestment plan results. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Nov 18
EPR Properties: Buy The Drop On This 8% Yield
Summary EPR Properties is an attractive buy-the-drop opportunity due to its robust Q3 results, healthy rent coverage, and diversification efforts into experiential categories like Topgolf and Andretti. EPR's balance sheet is strong with a BBB- credit rating, 99% unsecured debt, and it pays a well-covered 7.7% dividend yield supported by a 70% payout ratio. Trading at a forward P/FFO of 9.1x, well below its historical average of 13.5x, EPR offers significant value and potential for market-beating total returns. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Nov 12
EPR Properties: Experiential Pivot Could Spark Future Growth, But Risks Remain
Summary EPR Properties, a REIT focused on experiential properties, reported mixed Q3 results with declines in FFO and AFFO YoY. The company is shifting away from theater assets, focusing on experiential properties like health and wellness, which is expected to drive future growth. EPR appears slightly undervalued, trading at a 22% discount to peers, with a weighted average cost of capital of 8.4%. Risks include tenant credit ratings and natural disasters, but strong interest coverage and a low payout ratio suggest potential for future dividend hikes. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Oct 19
Better Growth Prospects Make EPR Properties Attractive Despite Higher Valuation
Summary EPR's stock price has increased by 11.7%, resulting in a 15.4% total return, realizing my previous thesis. EPR's cost of equity improved due to a dynamic stock price increase, making capital gathering through equity issuance more accretive, but still not optimal. EPR secured a new $1B revolving credit facility with more favorable terms, indicating improved trust from financing bodies in its turnaround story. The new credit facility will be used for general business purposes and acquisitions, suggesting upcoming growth in experiential properties. EPR remains undervalued, but the upside potential is lower than it used to be. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Sep 27
EPR Properties: Poised To Benefit From Lower Interest Rates And Changing Consumer Habits
Summary EPR Properties stands to benefit from changing consumer habits post-pandemic due to their focus on experiential real estate like hot springs, spas, resorts, and indoor karting. Despite a decline in FFO and AFFO year-over-year, EPR's dividend remains well-covered with a payout ratio of 71%, showing financial resilience. EPR's balance sheet is solid with investment-grade credit ratings, low net debt to EBITDA, and significant undrawn liquidity, ensuring financial stability. While downgrading from a strong buy to a buy due to recent price appreciation, EPR still offers long-term upside with a P/AFFO multiple of 10.08x. Due to their focus on experiential real estate, EPR will likely see their financials negatively impacted should the economy see a recession. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Sep 14
EPR Properties: This 7.3% Yield Is Still Too Good To Miss
Summary EPR Properties is a well-managed REIT with a unique portfolio of experiential properties and a high-margin 7.3% dividend yield, making it compelling for passive income investors. The trust's dividend is well-covered by funds from operations, with a low 70% pay-out ratio, providing a high margin of safety even in a recession. EPR Properties reaffirmed its 2024 FFO forecast, and despite some exposure to the troubled theater industry, it is diversifying and reducing this risk. With a current FFO multiple of 9.7x and a strategic shift away from movie theaters, EPR Properties is a strong buy for long-term passive income investors. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaShareholder Returns
| EPR | US Specialized REITs | US Market | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7D | -2.9% | -1.7% | 0.3% |
| 1Y | 0.3% | 0.08% | 26.2% |
Return vs Industry: EPR matched the US Specialized REITs industry which returned 0.1% over the past year.
Return vs Market: EPR underperformed the US Market which returned 26.2% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| EPR volatility | |
|---|---|
| EPR Average Weekly Movement | 3.4% |
| Specialized REITs Industry Average Movement | 3.6% |
| Market Average Movement | 7.2% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in US Market | 16.8% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in US Market | 3.0% |
Stable Share Price: EPR has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the US market.
Volatility Over Time: EPR's weekly volatility (3%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 54 | Greg Silvers | www.eprkc.com |
EPR Properties is the leading diversified experiential net lease real estate investment trust, specializing in select enduring experiential properties in the real estate industry. We focus on real estate venues that create value by facilitating out of home leisure and recreation experiences where consumers choose to spend their discretionary time and money. We have total assets of approximately 5.5 billion US dollars (after accumulated depreciation of approximately 1.7 billion US dollars) across 43 states and Canada.
EPR Properties Fundamentals Summary
| EPR fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | US$4.31b |
| Earnings (TTM) | US$247.60m |
| Revenue (TTM) | US$720.20m |
17.4x
P/E Ratio6.0x
P/S RatioIs EPR overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| EPR income statement (TTM) | |
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| Revenue | US$720.20m |
| Cost of Revenue | US$59.35m |
| Gross Profit | US$660.84m |
| Other Expenses | US$413.24m |
| Earnings | US$247.60m |
Last Reported Earnings
Mar 31, 2026
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 3.24 |
| Gross Margin | 91.76% |
| Net Profit Margin | 34.38% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 126.2% |
How did EPR perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonDividends
6.6%
Current Dividend Yield75%
Payout RatioDoes EPR pay a reliable dividends?
See EPR dividend history and benchmarks| EPR Properties dividend dates | |
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| Ex Dividend Date | May 29 2026 |
| Dividend Pay Date | Jun 15 2026 |
| Days until Ex dividend | 7 days |
| Days until Dividend pay date | 10 days |
Does EPR pay a reliable dividends?
See EPR dividend history and benchmarksCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/06/04 21:25 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/06/04 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.
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Analyst Sources
EPR Properties is covered by 18 analysts. 6 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Paul Adornato | BMO Capital Markets Equity Research |
| Jana Galan | BofA Global Research |
| David Corak | B. Riley Securities, Inc. |