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CBL & Associates Properties Inc (CBL)

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$26.04
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Profit since last BUY1.68%
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Upturn Advisory Summary

07/10/2025: CBL (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

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Not Recommended Performance

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1 Analysts rated it

Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.

1 Year Target Price $36

1 Year Target Price $36

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$36 Target price
52w Low $20.76
Current$26.04
52w High $31.62

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 20.75%
Avg. Invested days 40
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Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 791.34M USD
Price to earnings Ratio 11.9
1Y Target Price 36
Price to earnings Ratio 11.9
1Y Target Price 36
Volume (30-day avg) 1
Beta 1.56
52 Weeks Range 20.76 - 31.62
Updated Date 07/10/2025
52 Weeks Range 20.76 - 31.62
Updated Date 07/10/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 6.30%
Basic EPS (TTM) 2.15

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

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Profitability

Profit Margin 12.82%
Operating Margin (TTM) 14.42%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 3.15%
Return on Equity (TTM) 22.04%

Valuation

Trailing PE 11.9
Forward PE -
Enterprise Value 2665784617
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.5
Enterprise Value 2665784617
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.5
Enterprise Value to Revenue 5.05
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 6.88
Shares Outstanding 30935700
Shares Floating 18687314
Shares Outstanding 30935700
Shares Floating 18687314
Percent Insiders 11.74
Percent Institutions 79.14

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CBL & Associates Properties Inc

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Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

CBL & Associates Properties Inc. was founded in 1978. It evolved from a small development company to a publicly traded REIT specializing in shopping centers, primarily in the Southeastern and Midwestern United States. CBL faced significant financial challenges, leading to a bankruptcy filing and subsequent restructuring.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT): CBL focused on owning, developing, leasing, managing, and operating regional shopping malls, open-air centers, outlet centers, associated centers, and community centers.
  • Property Management: Providing management services for properties within its portfolio, including leasing, marketing, and operational oversight.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Throughout its operation, CBL had a board of directors and a management team responsible for strategic direction and day-to-day operations. Leadership details are less relevant post-bankruptcy due to significant restructuring.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • Regional Shopping Malls: CBL's primary offering was regional shopping malls. Market share data is no longer directly relevant post-bankruptcy, but pre-bankruptcy, it was a significant player in the markets it served. Competitors: Simon Property Group (SPG), Macerich (MAC), Taubman Centers (no longer publicly traded).
  • Open-Air Centers: Owning and managing open-air shopping centers. Market share details not readily available post restructuring. Competitors: Weingarten Realty (merged with Kimco), Regency Centers (REG).

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The retail real estate industry has been undergoing significant transformation, driven by the rise of e-commerce, changing consumer preferences, and economic downturns. This landscape poses substantial challenges to traditional shopping mall operators.

Positioning

Prior to bankruptcy, CBL was positioned as a major regional shopping mall owner and operator, but struggled with high debt levels and declining occupancy rates. The company underwent significant restructuring. Post-restructuring the firm's position is still forming and adapting to the current retail environment.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The total addressable market for retail REITs is substantial, measured in hundreds of billions of dollars. CBL held a small position prior to restructuring, but the restructuring has changed its position relative to the overall TAM.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Strategically located properties in established markets.
  • Experienced management team (prior to restructuring).
  • Diversified tenant base (pre-bankruptcy).
  • Established brand name in certain regions.

Weaknesses

  • High debt burden (prior to bankruptcy).
  • Declining occupancy rates (prior to bankruptcy).
  • Exposure to struggling retailers.
  • Negative impact of e-commerce on brick-and-mortar retail.

Opportunities

  • Repositioning properties for mixed-use development.
  • Attracting new tenants, including experiential retail.
  • Capitalizing on growth in certain retail segments (e.g., discount stores).
  • Implementing technology to enhance the shopping experience.

Threats

  • Continued growth of e-commerce.
  • Economic downturns.
  • Changing consumer preferences.
  • Increased competition from other retail formats.

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • SPG
  • MAC
  • KIM

Competitive Landscape

CBL faces stiff competition from larger, better-capitalized REITs. Its competitive advantages are its established presence in certain markets, however it suffered heavily from bankruptcy due to excessive debts.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Growth was stagnant and negative prior to bankruptcy due to structural changes in the retail sector. The company experienced contraction and financial distress.

Future Projections: Future projections are highly speculative post-bankruptcy and heavily depend on the successful repositioning of its properties and adaptation to changing retail landscape. Analysts may provide speculative projections.

Recent Initiatives: CBLu2019s recent initiatives are focused on restructuring debt, repositioning assets, and adapting to the changing retail environment.

Summary

CBL & Associates Properties Inc. experienced significant financial difficulty leading to a bankruptcy. The company's historical performance showed declining revenue and profitability due to a changing retail landscape. The future depends on the successful restructuring and how it adapts to shifting consumer preferences and e-commerce trends. The company has limited financial and operational resources and faces tough competition.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

  • Company filings (SEC)
  • Industry reports
  • Financial news outlets

Disclaimers:

This analysis is based on publicly available information and does not constitute financial advice. Market conditions and company-specific events can impact the accuracy of this analysis. The market shares are estimates and based on available information and may not fully reflect true market positions post CBL restructuring.

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About CBL & Associates Properties Inc

Exchange NYSE
Headquaters Chattanooga, TN, United States
IPO Launch date 2021-11-02
CEO & Director Mr. Stephen D. Lebovitz
Sector Real Estate
Industry REIT - Retail
Full time employees 390
Full time employees 390

Headquartered in Chattanooga, TN, CBL Properties owns and manages a national portfolio of market-dominant properties located in dynamic and growing communities. CBL's owned and managed portfolio is comprised of 88 properties totaling 55.4 million square feet across 20 states, including 52 high-quality enclosed malls, outlet centers and lifestyle retail centers as well as more than 30 open-air centers and other assets. CBL seeks to continuously strengthen its company and portfolio through active management, aggressive leasing and profitable reinvestment in its properties.