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Douglas Emmett Inc(DEI)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for DEI
11/06/2026: DEI (3-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Douglas Emmett is a REIT focused on high-quality office and multifamily residential assets in coastal Southern California and Honolulu. The company leverages a vertically integrated model to manage its prime portfolio, historically benefiting from supply-constrained submarkets. Its primary growth story revolves around stabilizing office occupancy through tenant-focused amenities while growing its multifamily residential footprint. However, the business faces significant risks from the shift to hybrid work, elevated interest rates, and the high cost of maintaining older assets. The stock may suit investors seeking exposure to coastal real estate, though they should carefully monitor office occupancy rates and interest rate trends as key developments.
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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Weak fit | The office REIT sector is currently facing secular headwinds rather than high-growth characteristics. |
| Momentum investor | Weak fit | Current market trends in office real estate do not support a positive upturn signal. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | The stock trades at a significant discount to NAV, but realization of value is dependent on office market stabilization. |
| Dividend investor | Mixed fit | The company pays a dividend, but the safety and growth of that payout are linked to office occupancy recovery. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | High sensitivity to office market volatility and interest rates makes this unsuitable for low-risk profiles. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | High | The stock is sensitive to interest rate changes and sector-specific sentiment regarding office space. |
| Valuation risk | Medium / high | Uncertainty regarding the long-term appraisal of office real estate assets creates valuation risks. |
| Competition risk (office demand) | High | The shift toward hybrid work reduces aggregate demand for traditional office space, pressuring occupancy. |
| Business quality | Medium | The portfolio is high-quality, but its reliance on the office asset class limits overall business quality scores. |
| Dividend income | Medium | Dividends are reliable for now but remain dependent on overall FFO stability. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Successfully repositioning or managing aging office assets requires significant execution capability. |
Price Behavior

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

Smooth
The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 35.7% | Avg. Invested days 58 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 2.04B USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 12.4 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 12.4 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 2.2M shares | Beta 1.21 | 52 Weeks Range 8.62 - 12.71 | Updated Date 11/08/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 8.62 - 12.71 | Updated Date 11/08/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 7.29% | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.13 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Office Portfolio | Rental income from office leases in Los Angeles and Honolulu. | The primary source of revenue, currently pressured by work-from-home trends. |
| Multifamily Portfolio | Rental income from luxury residential apartments. | A more stable, growth-oriented segment providing diversification from the office business. |
| Geography: Southern California | Concentrated properties in LA's most desirable coastal submarkets. | The company's core region, essential for its supply-constrained business model. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2026-11-03 | When After Market | Estimate 0.33 | Actual 0.34 |
Profitability
Profit Margin -2.04% | Operating Margin (TTM) 18.15% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 1.26% | Return on Equity (TTM) -1.97% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 9 | Enterprise Value 7.13B | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.01 |
Enterprise Value 7.13B | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.01 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 7.01 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 11.87 | Shares Outstanding 167.49M | Shares Floating 163.03M |
Shares Outstanding 167.49M | Shares Floating 163.03M | ||
Percent Insiders 3.5 | Percent Institutions 106.37 |
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.

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