EPR Properties

NYSE:EPR Stock Report

Market Cap: US$4.5b

EPR Properties Past Earnings Performance

Past criteria checks 5/6

EPR Properties has been growing earnings at an average annual rate of 33.7%, while the Specialized REITs industry saw earnings growing at 8.3% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 9.2% per year. EPR Properties's return on equity is 11.7%, and it has net margins of 34.4%.

Key information

33.66%

Earnings growth rate

33.40%

EPS growth rate

Specialized REITs Industry Growth18.00%
Revenue growth rate9.17%
Return on equity11.70%
Net Margin34.38%
Last Earnings Update31 Mar 2026

Recent past performance updates

Recent updates

Seeking Alpha • Jun 10

EPR Properties Proves Again It's A Worthy Hold

Summary EPR Properties remains a Hold after strong Q1 2026 results and a 56% total return since May 2024. EPR's 335-property portfolio boasts 99% occupancy, robust 2.0x tenant coverage, and positive box office trends supporting its theater segment. The recent $315M entertainment park acquisition and increased 2026 investment guidance ($500M–$600M) underpin continued FFO and AFFO growth. EPR's dividend appears secure with a 67% AFFO payout ratio, 5%+ DPS growth, and solid coverage metrics, though valuation limits near-term upside. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrative Update • Jun 04

EPR: Higher Guidance And Park Acquisitions Will Test Recent Share Price Strength

Narrative Update: EPR Properties The analyst price target for EPR Properties has been raised from $58.35 to $60.22 as analysts factor in healthier results, higher full year guidance, increased investment activity, and transactions such as the mortgage loan conversion and regional park acquisitions. Analyst Commentary Recent research on EPR Properties shows a mix of optimism around the current execution and portfolio moves, paired with more tempered views on how much upside is left after the stock’s recent gains.
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 Alpha
Seeking 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 Alpha
Seeking 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 Alpha
Seeking Alpha • Mar 10

This Fat Dividend Should Be On Your Retirement List: EPR Properties

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Seeking 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 Alpha
Seeking 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 Alpha
Seeking 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 Alpha
Seeking 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 Alpha
Seeking 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 Alpha
Seeking 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 Alpha
Seeking 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 Alpha
Seeking 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 Alpha

Revenue & Expenses Breakdown

How EPR Properties makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.

Earnings and Revenue History

NYSE:EPR Revenue, expenses and earnings (USD Millions)
DateRevenueEarningsG+A ExpensesR&D Expenses
31 Mar 26720248610
31 Dec 25714251590
30 Sep 25707175540
30 Jun 25702156510
31 Mar 25697125490
31 Dec 24688122520
30 Sep 24682176540
30 Jun 24692185560
31 Mar 24692154590
31 Dec 23698149580
30 Sep 23706146560
30 Jun 23678140460
31 Mar 23668168530
31 Dec 22655152620
30 Sep 22632154680
30 Jun 22609136620
31 Mar 22572113490
31 Dec 2152574220
30 Sep 2146510150
30 Jun 21388-108340
31 Mar 21368-190390
31 Dec 20408-156730
30 Sep 20485-85530
30 Jun 2059210490
31 Mar 20650119470
31 Dec 19650130460
30 Sep 1957989480
30 Jun 19567172480
31 Mar 19607217480
31 Dec 18564198490
30 Sep 18612250460
30 Jun 18606221470
31 Mar 18550210450
31 Dec 17515196430
30 Sep 17555232440
30 Jun 17528226410
31 Mar 17497201390
31 Dec 16481201380
30 Sep 16465196350
30 Jun 16449188340
31 Mar 16433182330
31 Dec 15418171310
30 Sep 15407170290
30 Jun 15398163280

Quality Earnings: EPR has high quality earnings.

Growing Profit Margin: EPR's current net profit margins (34.4%) are higher than last year (17.9%).

Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis

Past Earnings Growth Analysis

Earnings Trend: EPR has become profitable over the past 5 years, growing earnings by 33.7% per year.

Accelerating Growth: EPR's earnings growth over the past year (98.1%) exceeds its 5-year average (33.7% per year).

Earnings vs Industry: EPR earnings growth over the past year (98.1%) exceeded the Specialized REITs industry 9%.

Return on Equity

High ROE: EPR's Return on Equity (11.7%) is considered low.

Return on Assets

Return on Capital Employed

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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status

DataLast Updated (UTC time)
Company Analysis2026/06/11 13:42
End of Day Share Price 2026/06/11 00:00
Earnings2026/03/31
Annual Earnings2025/12/31

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Ownership10 years
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Management10 years
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Key Developments10 years
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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.

AnalystInstitution
Paul AdornatoBMO Capital Markets Equity Research
Jana GalanBofA Global Research
David CorakB. Riley Securities, Inc.