Phillips Edison Dividends and Buybacks
Dividend criteria checks 3/6
Phillips Edison is a dividend paying company with a current yield of 3.27% that is well covered by earnings. Next payment date is on 2nd June, 2026 with an ex-dividend date of 15th May, 2026.
Key information
3.3%
Dividend yield
-1.4%
Buyback Yield
| Total Shareholder Yield | 1.9% |
| Future Dividend Yield | 3.7% |
| Dividend Growth | -7.7% |
| Next dividend pay date | 02 Jun 26 |
| Ex dividend date | 15 May 26 |
| Dividend per share | n/a |
| Payout ratio | 45% |
Recent dividend and buyback updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • Apr 27
PECO: 2026 Sector Re Rating Will Meet Mixed Price Perspective
The analyst price target for Phillips Edison has been revised higher by about $0.70, as analysts refresh their models based on updated sector multiples and recent Q4 reporting across retail and shopping center REIT peers. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Phillips Edison points to a mixed but generally constructive reset of valuation views, with some firms lifting targets and others trimming them as they update models after Q4 results across retail and shopping center REITs. Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts who raised targets into the low to mid $40s point to sector re-rating as a key support for higher implied valuations, suggesting Phillips Edison is being priced more in line with peers.Seeking Alpha • Apr 27
Phillips Edison: Monthly Dividend, Positive Outlook, Fairly Valued (Downgrade)
Summary Phillips Edison & Company, Inc. just released its Q1, and the results came in ahead of expectations. The PECO release also included raised full-year guidance and a reaffirmation of its annual acquisition target. Shares have significantly outperformed the broader S&P 500 since my last bullish update in early January. While I still view the forward outlook as positive, I am more neutral today with PECO shares trading near its highs. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaNarrative Update • Apr 11
PECO: 2026 Shopping Center Re Rating Meets Cautious Sector Outlook
Analyst price targets for Phillips Edison have shifted within a relatively tight range, with recent changes between $40 and $45 reflecting updated models around Q4 results and differing views on how the shopping center sector might be treated in 2026. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Phillips Edison clusters around a tight band of price targets and highlights a split between analysts who see upside in the shopping center theme and those who are more reserved given sector level views for 2026.Narrative Update • Mar 27
PECO: Shopping Centers Poised To Benefit From 2026 REIT Re Rating
Phillips Edison's analyst price target has edged higher, with the fair value estimate moving by about $0.31 to $41.08 as analysts weigh mixed sector views alongside updated Q4 models and revised long term P/E and profitability assumptions. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates on Phillips Edison show a split view, with several firms lifting price targets while others trim them slightly or keep more neutral stances.Narrative Update • Mar 12
PECO: Fairly Valued Centers Eye 2026 REIT Re Rating Tailwind
Analysts have inched their blended price target for Phillips Edison higher to about $40.77 from roughly $40.69, reflecting updated models related to sector rerating views and recent Q4 REIT results. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Phillips Edison shows a mix of optimism and caution as analysts adjust models following Q4 REIT results and reassess sector views heading into 2026.Narrative Update • Feb 26
PECO: Fairly Valued Centers Poised For REIT Turnaround Into 2026
Narrative Update on Phillips Edison The analyst price target for Phillips Edison has increased by a few dollars to $40.69, reflecting analysts' updated models following recent retail REIT results and a series of revised targets across major firms. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates on Phillips Edison reflect a mix of optimism on execution and valuation support, alongside some caution about the broader retail REIT backdrop and sector positioning into 2026.Narrative Update • Feb 11
PECO: Neighborhood Centers And REIT Turnaround Expectations Balance Sector Headwinds
Phillips Edison's updated analyst price target edges higher to about US$40.38 from US$40.00, as analysts factor in revised assumptions around revenue growth, profit margins, and a lower future P/E multiple, following recent target moves across Barclays, Mizuho, UBS, Morgan Stanley, and others. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Phillips Edison reflects a mix of optimism around execution and portfolio quality, balanced by caution on sector headwinds and relative positioning within real estate investment trusts.Narrative Update • Jan 28
PECO: Neighborhood Centers And REIT Turnaround Outlook Will Drive Future Upside
Narrative Update on Phillips Edison The analyst price target for Phillips Edison edges up slightly to around $40, as analysts point to generally steady fair value estimates, modestly improved profit margin assumptions, and a mix of recent target revisions across firms that remain cautious on retail REITs overall but see relative support for the company within the group. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Phillips Edison points to a mixed but generally constructive view, with modestly higher price targets clustered in the high $30s to low $40s and mostly Neutral to positive ratings.Narrative Update • Jan 11
PECO: Neighborhood Centers And REIT Turnaround Outlook Will Support Bullish Case
Analysts have nudged their price expectations for Phillips Edison higher, with the blended fair value estimate moving from about US$39.18 to roughly US$39.92. This reflects updated views on its discount rate, revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E assumptions in light of recent target raises across the Street.Seeking Alpha • Apr 29
Phillips Edison: Excellent Fundamentals Support Investment Thesis
Summary Phillips Edison & Company, Inc. remains a "Buy" due to its high-quality, grocery-anchored portfolio, strong tenant retention, and solid balance sheet, offering income and growth potential. PECO's Q1 2025 results showed strong same-center NOI growth of 3.9% YoY, high occupancy at 97.1%, and impressive Core FFO per share growth of 8.3% YoY. With a 3.5% dividend yield, a low 49% payout ratio, and a forward P/FFO of 13.7, PECO offers attractive total return potential with lower market volatility. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Feb 10
Phillips Edison: Prime Grocery-Anchored Real Estate At A Great Price
Summary Phillips Edison offers high exposure to grocery-anchored shopping centers, providing a resilient business model with high occupancy and robust lease spreads. PECO's disciplined acquisition strategy and ground-up development opportunities are expected to deliver attractive returns, supported by a strong investment-grade balance sheet. With a well-covered 3.3% dividend yield and attractive valuation below its historical P/FFO average, PECO is positioned for potentially strong total returns. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Nov 13
Phillips Edison & Company: Defensive Shopping Center REIT
Summary Phillips Edison & Company has delivered over 21% total returns since November 2023, with a current forward yield of 3.12% and a P/FFO multiple of 16.31x. Looking at PECO stock, I question the relative valuation compared to peers KIM, REG, and FRT. Diving a bit more, I will identify PECO's advantages and vulnerabilities compared to peers. Recommend adding PECO only after a correction for a more attractive valuation and yield, given the sector's recent rally. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Sep 20
Phillips Edison: A High-Quality REIT At A High Valuation
Summary PECO has a well-diversified retail portfolio consisting of primarily grocery-anchored assets. The majority of its tenants operate at a nation/region-wide scale. Though the favorable market dynamics have resulted in increasingly wide lease spreads, the corporate-level growth has been more modest. Because of this, coupled with occupancy and valuation being so high, I don't see a high growth potential for investors. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
New Narrative • Aug 30
Grocery-Anchored Shopping Centers Drive Growth And Resilience For Retail REIT
The strategy of focusing on grocery-anchored shopping centers and necessity-based retail tenants aims to enhance revenue, occupancy rates, and stable income.Seeking Alpha • Jul 31
Phillips Edison Q2 Earnings: Slow And Steady Wins The Race
Summary Grocery anchored retail has emerged as a top-performing asset class over the past three years, benefiting from increased traffic through a return to the grocery store. Phillips Edison & Company is an owner/developer in the grocery anchored shopping center segment, boasting high performing assets and a strong tenant mix. PECO reported strong Q2 earnings, reaffirming full-year guidance, with solid growth in core funds from operations and same center NOI. We explore Phillips Edison's earnings and the market outlook. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaUpcoming Dividend Payment
Stability and Growth of Payments
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Stable Dividend: Whilst dividend payments have been stable, PECO has been paying a dividend for less than 10 years.
Growing Dividend: PECO's dividend payments have increased, but the company has only paid a dividend for 5 years.
Dividend Yield vs Market
| Phillips Edison Dividend Yield vs Market |
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| Segment | Dividend Yield |
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| Company (PECO) | 3.3% |
| Market Bottom 25% (US) | 1.4% |
| Market Top 25% (US) | 4.2% |
| Industry Average (Retail REITs) | 4.5% |
| Analyst forecast (PECO) (up to 3 years) | 3.7% |
Notable Dividend: PECO's dividend (3.27%) is higher than the bottom 25% of dividend payers in the US market (1.41%).
High Dividend: PECO's dividend (3.27%) is low compared to the top 25% of dividend payers in the US market (4.21%).
Earnings Payout to Shareholders
Earnings Coverage: With its reasonably low payout ratio (45%), PECO's dividend payments are well covered by earnings.
Cash Payout to Shareholders
Cash Flow Coverage: At its current cash payout ratio (87.1%), PECO's dividend payments are covered by cash flows.
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/11 10:16 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/11 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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Analyst Sources
Phillips Edison & Company, Inc. is covered by 20 analysts. 9 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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| Richard Hightower | Barclays |
| null null | BMO Capital Markets Equity Research |
| Juan Sanabria | BMO Capital Markets Equity Research |