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CBL & Associates Properties Inc(CBL)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for CBL
09/24/2026: CBL (4-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
CBL & Associates Properties Inc is a retail-focused Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) that manages a portfolio of regional malls and open-air centers primarily in U.S. secondary markets. Following its post-bankruptcy reorganization, the company is focused on stabilizing its operations and repurposing underutilized space through mixed-use redevelopments. Its primary opportunity lies in evolving these properties to better suit modern consumer demands, while its main risks include high retail tenant turnover and the competitive pressure of e-commerce. The stock may suit income-focused investors looking for yield, provided they can tolerate the volatility associated with the retail real estate sector. Investors should monitor occupancy trends and successful redevelopment execution.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.
Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Weak fit | The company focuses on stability and redevelopment rather than rapid scaling or high growth. |
| Momentum investor | Mixed fit | Stock performance is highly cyclical and often sensitive to broader retail sentiment, requiring specific entry points. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | The stock is often priced at a discount relative to its net asset value, appealing to contrarian value seekers. |
| Dividend investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | As a REIT, the company provides a yield-based investment profile suited for income-focused portfolios. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | The retail real estate sector carries significant execution and macroeconomic risks that lead to high volatility. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | High | The stock experiences significant price swings based on retail industry sentiment. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | Market pricing is often driven by fears of retail obsolescence rather than cash flow potential. |
| Competition risk (Retail Real Estate) | Medium / high | Competition from e-commerce and higher-quality malls remains a structural headwind. |
| Business quality | Medium | The portfolio consists of secondary market assets which face more pressure than premium urban centers. |
| Dividend income | Medium | Dividend sustainability depends on the ability to maintain consistent occupancy and rental income. |
| Execution risk | Medium / high | Successfully repurposing and redeveloping aging mall space requires significant capital and operational precision. |
Price Behavior
Strong Uptrend
The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.
Smooth
The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 142.7% | Avg. Invested days 66 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  5.0 | Stock Returns Performance  5.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/24/2026 |
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Quantitative Style Profile
Style Classification
Quality Focused
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 1.64B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 7.58 | 1Y Target Price 63 |
Price to earnings Ratio 7.58 | 1Y Target Price 63 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 240.2K shares | Beta 1.41 | 52 Weeks Range 26.56 - 59.71 | Updated Date 09/24/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 26.56 - 59.71 | Updated Date 09/24/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 3.34% | Basic EPS (TTM) 7 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Rental Operations | Base rents, percentage rents, and recoveries from tenants in regional malls. | This is the core income stream driven by the ability to keep stores occupied. |
| Property Management & Ancillary | Third-party management fees, leasing commissions, and parking/kiosk revenue. | Smaller but important revenue streams that provide diversification. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Valuation
Trailing PE 7.58 | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 3.37B | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.79 |
Enterprise Value 3.37B | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.79 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 5.78 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 6.35 | Shares Outstanding 30.94M | Shares Floating 19.59M |
Shares Outstanding 30.94M | Shares Floating 19.59M | ||
Percent Insiders 12 | Percent Institutions 80.4 |
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Financial Metrics
🧭 Investment Snapshot
Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
About CBL & Associates Properties Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquarters 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 408 | Website https://www.cblproperties.com |
Full time employees 408 | Website https://www.cblproperties.com | ||
CBL & Associates Properties, Inc. is 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 85 properties totaling 54.8 million square feet across 23 states, including 54 high-quality enclosed malls, outlet centers and lifestyle retail centers as well as more than 20 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. CBL & Associates Properties, Inc. was established in 1978n and was incorporated in Delaware.
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