EastGroup Properties (EGP) Stock Overview
A member of the S&P Mid-Cap 400 and Russell 2000 Indexes. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 0/6 |
| Future Growth | 1/6 |
| Past Performance | 5/6 |
| Financial Health | 3/6 |
| Dividends | 5/6 |
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Analyst Price Targets
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | US$205.16 |
| 52 Week High | US$206.78 |
| 52 Week Low | US$159.37 |
| Beta | 1.07 |
| 1 Month Change | 2.14% |
| 3 Month Change | 6.34% |
| 1 Year Change | 24.48% |
| 3 Year Change | 26.06% |
| 5 Year Change | 29.78% |
| Change since IPO | 1,182.25% |
Recent News & Updates
Recent updates
Seeking Alpha • May 19
EastGroup Properties: An Industrial REIT With Lots Of Upside And Bullish Momentum
Summary EastGroup Properties is rated a strong buy, driven by robust portfolio growth, high occupancy, and sector-leading fundamentals. EGP's 5-year FFO CAGR of 10.7% outpaces peers, with upgraded FY26 FFO guidance and resilient EBITDA margin trends supporting future cash flow growth. Balance sheet strength is underscored by a 0.46 D/E ratio, investment-grade Moody’s rating, and low tenant/geographic concentration risk. Despite trading at a premium (21x fwd P/FFO), EGP’s dividend growth, coverage, and market momentum justify its valuation and support a bullish outlook. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrative Update • Apr 22
EGP: Development Leasing And 2026 Guidance Will Shape Balanced Sector Positioning
The analyst price target for EastGroup Properties has increased slightly to $207.37 from $206.21, with analysts citing constructive leasing prospects, solid development activity, and a generally supportive fundamental outlook as key factors behind the update. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates on EastGroup Properties generally point to a constructive view on leasing, development activity, and the overall fundamental backdrop, with several firms lifting their price targets in response to the latest earnings update.Narrative Update • Apr 08
EGP: Development Leasing And Capital Allocation Will Shape Balanced Sector Positioning
EastGroup Properties' updated analyst price target has edged slightly lower to about $206.21 from $206.37, with analysts pointing to recent sector research that highlights solid Q4 execution, constructive leasing prospects and an upgraded view of the REIT's capital allocation and growth consistency. Analyst Commentary Recent research on EastGroup Properties centers on Q4 execution, leasing performance and how consistently the company has deployed capital to support growth.Narrative Update • Mar 24
EGP: Development Leasing Outlook Will Drive Premium Positioning In Balanced Sector
Analysts have lifted the average price target for EastGroup Properties slightly to about $206 from roughly $206 previously, citing healthy Q4 results, bright leasing prospects, and supportive views on the REIT's capital allocation and development activity. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates on EastGroup Properties have centered on valuation, leasing momentum, and how the REIT is positioned within the industrial real estate sector.Narrative Update • Mar 10
EGP: Development Leasing And Leadership Shift Will Shape Balanced Sector Outlook
The implied fair value estimate for EastGroup Properties has inched higher by about $1 to $205.58, with analysts pointing to healthier development leasing, bright leasing prospects and confidence in the REIT's capital allocation and growth consistency as key supports for the higher price targets across the Street. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on EastGroup Properties has leaned more optimistic, with several bullish analysts lifting price targets and one major upgrade in rating.Narrative Update • Feb 23
EGP: Capital Allocation And Leadership Changes Will Shape Leasing Prospects And Sector Balance
We are raising our analyst price target on EastGroup Properties to $204.68 from $200.63, reflecting analysts' higher published targets around $195 to $210. These are tied to constructive Q4 results, strong leasing prospects, and confidence in the company's capital allocation program.Narrative Update • Feb 08
EGP: Capital Allocation And Leadership Changes Support Balanced Industrial Leasing Outlook
Narrative Update The analyst price target for EastGroup Properties has edged higher to about $200.63 from $199.84. Analysts point to recent sector research that highlights the company’s capital allocation program, industrial leasing trends, and broader REIT earnings commentary as key supports for their updated views.Narrative Update • Jan 25
EGP: Capital Allocation And Leadership Changes Signal Steady Industrial Leasing Outlook
Analysts lifted their fair value estimate for EastGroup Properties by about $3.58 to roughly $199.84, citing a series of higher price targets and generally supportive views on the company from multiple research firms. Analyst Commentary Recent research reports show a mix of optimism and caution around EastGroup Properties, with most firms adjusting price targets higher but not all agreeing on the risk and reward at current levels.Narrative Update • Jan 11
EGP: Industrial Leasing Strength And Leadership Shift Point To Balanced Prospects
Analysts have raised their price targets on EastGroup Properties by a few dollars into the low US$200s. These updated targets reflect revised models that incorporate recent earnings, sector-level industrial leasing trends, and REIT group performance.Narrative Update • Dec 24
EGP: Strengthening Industrial Leasing And Leadership Shift Will Support Future Earnings Stability
We are raising our fair value estimate for EastGroup Properties to $196.00 from $193.85, reflecting analysts’ higher price targets in the $188 to $207 range as they point to a solid Q3 earnings season for REITs, strengthening industrial leasing fundamentals, and a continued runway for earnings growth despite mixed near term stock performance. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on EastGroup Properties has been broadly constructive, with several bullish analysts lifting price targets into the high $180s to low $200s and one more cautious voice nudging estimates higher from a lower base.Narrative Update • Dec 10
EGP: Future Industrial Leasing Strength Will Offset Slower Development And Support Earnings Stability
EastGroup Properties' analyst price target has inched higher to approximately $193.85 per share from about $193.84, as analysts point to a solid Q3 earnings season for REITs, strengthening industrial leasing fundamentals, and updated models that reflect a favorable multi year growth runway and improved private market valuations. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research reflects a generally constructive stance on EastGroup Properties, with multiple bullish analysts lifting price targets into the high $180s to low $200s on the back of solid execution and an extended growth runway.Narrative Update • Nov 26
EGP: Earnings Stability And Industrial Leasing Demand Will Define Balanced Near-Term Outlook
The analyst price target for EastGroup Properties has increased by approximately $1.63 to $193.84. This change reflects recent upward revisions as analysts point to ongoing earnings strength, improved private market valuations, and a favorable outlook for industrial leasing demand.Narrative Update • Nov 10
EGP: Dividend Increase And Guidance Will Shape Outlook Amid Sector Shift
Analysts have raised their average price target for EastGroup Properties slightly, moving from approximately $191.89 to $192.21. This change reflects continued optimism after the company's recent Quarterly results and improved private market valuations.Narrative Update • Oct 27
Industrial Real Estate Strength Will Drive Demand And Raise Dividends In 2025
Analysts have increased their average price target for EastGroup Properties by approximately $3.62 to $191.89. They cite the company’s solid quarterly performance and expectations for continued sector strength, despite slight adjustments to growth and margin estimates.Seeking Alpha • Mar 20
EastGroup Properties Q4: Another Reason To Own This Industrial REIT
Summary EastGroup Properties, Inc. is a high performing industrial REIT with proven growth strategy. Q4 2024 results showed growth in FFO and acquisitions, with a 97.1% leased portfolio, indicating strong future income and dividend potential. EGP has a proven strategy, outperforming the S&P 500 Index over 10 years, with a current 3.12% yield and a history of rising dividends. In this article, I explain how EGP has developed a winning strategy for growth making the REIT a long term buy and hold for both income and capital appreciation. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jan 12
EGP: Rising Dividends With Industrial Real Estate
Summary EastGroup Properties Inc. (EGP) is an industrial real estate investment trust with a long history of paying and growing dividends. Recent acquisitions and high occupancy rates demonstrate EGP's effective management and growth strategy, combining development and acquisition to maximize shareholder value. Despite recent price declines, EGP's historical performance and potential rebound in a rate-cutting environment make it an attractive buy-and-hold investment. I rate EGP a Buy for long-term investors seeking income and capital appreciation from a well-established REIT with a proven business model. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Nov 01
EastGroup Properties: Double-Digit Dividend Growth, Industrial Powerhouse You Should Consider
Summary EastGroup Properties has shown strong fundamentals, growing FFO and revenue despite industrial sector headwinds, and has raised its dividend and FFO guidance for the year. The REIT's focus on attractive Sun Belt markets and lower leverage ratios positions it well for future growth, even amid current market volatility. With a forward P/FFO multiple of 21.20x and Wall Street's buy rating, EastGroup Properties offers potential double-digit upside. Despite potential risks from high inflation and interest rates, EastGroup's strong fundamentals and market positioning make it a solid investment opportunity. EGP faces risks from lower occupancy ratings due to easing demand for the near to medium term. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
New Narrative • Aug 25
Strategic Acquisitions And Market Diversity Fuel Long-term Revenue Growth
EastGroup Properties' high occupancy and leasing rates signal potential for continued revenue growth via increased rents and retaining high-quality tenants.Seeking Alpha • Aug 23
EastGroup Properties Still Looks Buyable After Solid Q2 2024 Delivery
Summary EastGroup Properties operates in attractive sunbelt markets, accompanied by a strong job market, population growth, and increasing tourism significance. The Company focuses on last-mile industrial properties with historically lower vacancy rates. As the industrial property sector faces some headwinds, EGP upholds solid business and credit metrics with compelling growth prospects. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jul 01
EastGroup Properties Is Well-Positioned To Benefit From The Upcoming Market Shift
Summary The industrial property sector is facing headwinds. However, there are signs of the upcoming market shift towards a more favourable supply-to-demand relationship. EastGroup Properties operates within the high-potential sunbelt markets that are accompanied by promising value drivers. EGP upholds solid business metrics in terms of its ability to grow rents, keep portfolio occupied, and top-tier tenant diversification structure. The Company offers dynamically growing and well-covered dividends with a margin of safety regarding the valuation (potential upside derived from the multiple appreciation). Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Apr 22
EastGroup Properties: A Fully Valued Industrial Sunbelt Play
Summary EastGroup Properties, Inc. has outperformed many industrial/logistics REITs due to upbeat remarks about the business and lower leverage. The company focuses on providing functional, flexible, and quality space in the Sunbelt states. EastGroup Properties has seen strong growth in rental revenues and has a high occupancy rate, but the valuation is still demanding. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jan 25
EastGroup Properties: A Great Dividend Pick At A Great Premium
Summary EastGroup Properties is a REIT that develops, acquires, and operates industrial assets in major Sunbelt markets. The company has a great portfolio, has been growing fast, and is conservatively financed with strong liquidity. The dividend coverage is also adequate with a good margin for further increases and the payment record indicates impressive growth. However, the shares are trading at a great premium to NAV, so value investors may want to look elsewhere. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Nov 09
EastGroup Properties: Guidance Raised Again In Q3, But Wait For Better Price
Summary EastGroup Properties is a mid-cap REIT that develops, acquires and manages industrial buildings in the Sunbelt States. The company's current occupancy rate is 97.9%, down slightly from the previous quarter, but it has been able to increase rents on rollovers by an average of 55.4%. Guidance has been raised twice this year, by 6.0% so far, and the company will likely exceed the high estimate. While cap rate expansion in Q3 has lowered REIT values across the board, EastGroup's shares remain slightly elevated, though closer to an entry point. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaShareholder Returns
| EGP | US Industrial REITs | US Market | |
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| 7D | 2.2% | 3.7% | 1.0% |
| 1Y | 24.5% | 29.3% | 28.7% |
Return vs Industry: EGP underperformed the US Industrial REITs industry which returned 27.1% over the past year.
Return vs Market: EGP underperformed the US Market which returned 27.1% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| EGP volatility | |
|---|---|
| EGP Average Weekly Movement | 2.2% |
| Industrial REITs Industry Average Movement | 3.0% |
| Market Average Movement | 7.2% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in US Market | 16.4% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in US Market | 3.1% |
Stable Share Price: EGP has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the US market.
Volatility Over Time: EGP's weekly volatility (2%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | 103 | Marshall Loeb | www.eastgroup.net |
EastGroup Properties, Inc. a member of the S&P Mid-Cap 400 and Russell 2000 Indexes. It is a self-administered equity real estate investment trust focused on the development, acquisition and operation of industrial properties in high-growth markets throughout the United States with an emphasis in the states of Texas, Florida, California, Arizona and North Carolina. The Company's goal is to maximize shareholder value by being a leading provider in its markets of functional, flexible and quality business distribution space for location sensitive customers (primarily in the 20,000 to 100,000 square foot range).
EastGroup Properties, Inc. Fundamentals Summary
| EGP fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | US$11.01b |
| Earnings (TTM) | US$292.60m |
| Revenue (TTM) | US$735.38m |
37.6x
P/E Ratio15.0x
P/S RatioIs EGP overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| EGP income statement (TTM) | |
|---|---|
| Revenue | US$735.38m |
| Cost of Revenue | US$196.01m |
| Gross Profit | US$539.37m |
| Other Expenses | US$246.77m |
| Earnings | US$292.60m |
Last Reported Earnings
Mar 31, 2026
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 5.45 |
| Gross Margin | 73.35% |
| Net Profit Margin | 39.79% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 45.0% |
How did EGP perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonDividends
3.0%
Current Dividend Yield64%
Payout RatioCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/22 19:21 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/22 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
EastGroup Properties, Inc. is covered by 40 analysts. 14 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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| Nicholas Thillman | Baird |
| David Rodgers | Baird |
| Brendan Lynch | Barclays |