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Acadia Realty Trust(AKR)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
1-STAR RATING
PASS
LAST CLOSE
$18.29
10/19/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for AKR

10/19/2026: AKR (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Acadia Realty Trust is a specialized REIT focused on high-quality street-retail properties in major US urban gateway markets. The company generates revenue through rental income and its institutional co-investment fund platform, which allows it to manage large-scale assets. Its primary strength lies in its concentrated, high-barrier portfolio, which generally attracts resilient consumer demand. However, investors face risks related to geographic concentration, high interest rate sensitivity, and potential changes in retail consumption patterns. The company may suit dividend-focused investors seeking exposure to premium urban real estate, though long-term performance will depend on its ability to navigate interest rate cycles and maintain high occupancy in its core urban centers.

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitGrowth is moderate and tied to urban recovery cycles rather than aggressive expansion.
Momentum investorMixed fitMomentum depends on positive signals in the urban retail real estate market recovery.
Value investorStrong fitThe stock often trades at valuations that reflect the underlying value of high-quality urban real estate assets.
Dividend investorStrong fitThe company provides consistent dividend income typical of the REIT structure.
Low-risk investorMixed fitUrban real estate assets carry inherent risks related to economic cycles and tenant health.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMedium / highReal estate investment trusts are sensitive to interest rate changes and market sentiment.
Valuation riskMediumAsset valuations rely heavily on cap rates and market appraisal of urban retail properties.
Competition risk (urban retail)Medium / highSignificant competition from well-capitalized REITs in primary gateway markets.
Business qualityMediumThe focus on premium urban retail offers quality, but geographic concentration introduces risk.
Dividend incomeMediumDividends are dependent on rental income stability from the core portfolio.
Execution riskMediumSuccess depends on leasing strategies and managing complex urban property developments.

Price Behavior

Rolling Over
PRICE PATH

Rolling Over

The price momentum is slowing down and beginning to turn downward.

Smooth
PRICE STABILITY

Smooth

The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 18.31%
Avg. Invested days 47
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
AKR receives a 4-star rating, supported by solid unit economics, solid company fundamentals, and solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
AKR has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, moderate growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong cash generation (FCF margin 40.7%) and solid revenue growth (+14.2%) are partially offset by negative earnings growth (-37.3%), soft profitability (net margin 3.3%), very low insider ownership of 0.49%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
AKR's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (40.7% of revenue). Liquidity is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is AKR's strongest growth driver at +177.4% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, revenue growth (+14.2%, solid) is also solid, while earnings growth (-37.3%, negative) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 123.1% and approximately 99.5% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership is only 0.49%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 17.71%
Cohen & Steers Inc 14.67%
FMR Inc 14.49%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 9.81%
T. Rowe Price Associates, Inc. 7.36%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
AKR generates approximately $505 of gross profit, $120 of operating income, and $407 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Solid margins and strong cash conversion support the rating, although capital efficiency remains weak.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 134.29%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
AKR has a liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while valuation that is moderately attractive rather than deeply discounted.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Small / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 2.71B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 54.68
1Y Target Price 23.43
Price to earnings Ratio 54.68
1Y Target Price 23.43
Volume (30-day avg) 1.3M shares
Beta 1.13
52 Weeks Range 17.90 - 22.79
Updated Date 10/18/2026
52 Weeks Range 17.90 - 22.79
Updated Date 10/18/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 4.32%
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.34

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Core PortfolioRental income from retail and mixed-use properties in major coastal cities.The company collects rent from retailers in premium city locations, which serves as its primary income source.
Fund PlatformManagement fees and performance-based incentives from co-investment ventures.Acadia earns extra income by managing retail properties on behalf of other institutional investors.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

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Valuation

Trailing PE 54.68
Forward PE 57.8
Enterprise Value 4.28B
Price to Sales(TTM) 6.53
Enterprise Value 4.28B
Price to Sales(TTM) 6.53
Enterprise Value to Revenue 10.6
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 10.73
Shares Outstanding 137.33M
Shares Floating 136.58M
Shares Outstanding 137.33M
Shares Floating 136.58M
Percent Insiders 0.49
Percent Institutions 123.13

Financial Metrics

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Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

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