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Eerly Govt Ppty Inc(DEA)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for DEA
10/02/2026: DEA (3-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Easterly Government Properties, Inc. is a real estate investment trust specializing in the ownership and management of high-security facilities leased to U.S. federal agencies. The company benefits from its long-term, credit-worthy tenant base, which provides a reliable stream of dividend-supporting cash flows. Its growth story centers on acquiring and modernizing mission-critical buildings essential to agency operations. However, investors must monitor risks such as federal budgetary shifts, interest rate sensitivity, and the potential impact of long-term office utilization trends. The stock is best suited for income-oriented investors seeking defensive exposure to government-backed real estate, provided they are comfortable with the specific risks associated with the office sector.
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Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | The company offers moderate growth through acquisitions but is not a high-growth tech-style asset. |
| Momentum investor | Weak fit | This stock typically moves based on interest rate cycles rather than rapid momentum trends. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | As a REIT, it is often evaluated based on dividend yield and FFO multiples relative to asset quality. |
| Dividend investor | Strong fit | The reliance on U.S. government rent provides a stable basis for dividend payments. |
| Low-risk investor | Mixed fit | While tenants are stable, real estate and interest rate sensitivity introduce market volatility. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | Medium | Real estate investment trusts are sensitive to shifts in interest rates. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | FFO multiples can compress during periods of economic uncertainty. |
| Competition risk (Federal Leasing) | Medium | Larger REITs can compete for prime GSA-leased property deals. |
| Business quality | Strong | The high credit quality of the U.S. government as a tenant provides significant stability. |
| Dividend income | Medium / high | Dividends are generally reliable but subject to REIT-specific payout regulations. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Timely modernization and maintenance of specialized facilities are required to retain government tenants. |
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 24.79% | Avg. Invested days 93 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 1.14B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 122.26 | 1Y Target Price 25.79 |
Price to earnings Ratio 122.26 | 1Y Target Price 25.79 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 438.2K shares | Beta 0.95 | 52 Weeks Range 19.16 - 25.49 | Updated Date 10/02/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 19.16 - 25.49 | Updated Date 10/02/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 7.76% | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.19 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Government Real Estate Leasing | Rental income from long-term leases with U.S. federal agencies. | The company acts as a specialized landlord for the U.S. government. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Valuation
Trailing PE 122.26 | Forward PE 72.99 | Enterprise Value 2.81B | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.13 |
Enterprise Value 2.81B | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.13 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 7.86 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 13.23 | Shares Outstanding 47.32M | Shares Floating 44.69M |
Shares Outstanding 47.32M | Shares Floating 44.69M | ||
Percent Insiders 5.81 | Percent Institutions 80.81 |
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Financial Metrics
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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)
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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
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⚙️ 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 Eerly Govt Ppty Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquarters Washington, DC, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2015-02-06 | President, CEO & Director Mr. Darrell William Crate | ||
Sector Real Estate | Industry REIT - Office | Full time employees 55 | Website https://www.easterlyreit.com |
Full time employees 55 | Website https://www.easterlyreit.com | ||
Easterly Government Properties, Inc. focuses primarily on the acquisition, development and management of Class A commercial properties that are leased to the U.S. Government. Easterly's experienced management team brings specialized insight into the strategy and needs of mission-critical U.S. Government agencies for properties leased to such agencies either directly or through the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA). Easterly Government Properties, Inc. was incorporated in 2011 in Maryland. Easterly Government Properties, Inc. is based in Washington, D.C.

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