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EastGroup Properties Inc(EGP)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
1-STAR RATING
PASS
LAST CLOSE
$199.77
10/29/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for EGP

10/29/2026: EGP (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

EastGroup Properties is a specialized REIT focusing on high-quality industrial distribution assets in high-growth U.S. Sunbelt markets. Its business strength lies in a disciplined strategy of developing and acquiring infill properties, which benefit from sustained logistics and e-commerce demand. The primary growth opportunity involves leveraging its deep regional presence to capture rent increases and expand its facility footprint. However, the company faces risks from rising interest rates, regional economic exposure, and potential supply-demand imbalances in certain submarkets. It is well-suited for income-focused investors looking for steady performance in real estate, though they should monitor occupancy trends and cost of capital as key development indicators.

How to Read the Upturn Advisory

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

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitEGP offers steady growth rather than explosive upside, making it a modest fit for growth-focused portfolios.
Momentum investorMixed fitMomentum suitability depends on positive price trends and broader sector sentiment regarding industrial real estate.
Value investorMixed fitValuation varies with interest rate environments and market sentiment toward REITs.
Dividend investorStrong fitThe company has a consistent history of dividend payments and moderate payout ratios.
Low-risk investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveAs an established industrial REIT, EGP offers lower relative volatility compared to high-growth tech stocks.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMediumReal estate investment trusts are sensitive to broader market and interest rate fluctuations.
Valuation riskMediumFFO multiples can fluctuate based on perceived growth prospects in the industrial sector.
Competition risk (Industrial REIT concentration)MediumHeavy competition for prime industrial land can pressure margins and cap rates.
Business qualityStrongEGP maintains high-quality portfolios in infill, high-growth markets.
Dividend incomeLowThe dividend is supported by stable, long-term lease cash flows.
Execution riskMediumSuccess depends on the company's ability to lease space effectively and complete developments on budget.

Price Behavior

Steady Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Steady Uptrend

The stock demonstrates consistent and steady upward price momentum.

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 15.92%
Avg. Invested days 58
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

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

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
EGP has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with solid financial health, solid growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, solid earnings growth (+13.0%) and strong cash generation (FCF margin 56.1%) are partially offset by modest insider ownership of 1.01%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
EGP's financial health is supported by strong profitability, including gross margin of 43.3% and operating margin of 39.9%. Liquidity is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is EGP's strongest growth driver at +13.3% FY2025 versus FY2024 (solid, 4 stars). Revenue growth (+13.0%, solid) and earnings growth (+13.0%, solid) are also constructive, though not equally high across every growth measure.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 104.9% and approximately 98.5% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 1.01% provides only moderate management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 14.26%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 8.66%
Cohen & Steers Inc 6.97%
State Street Corp 4.85%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 4.52%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
EGP generates approximately $433 of gross profit, $399 of operating income, and $561 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Strong margins and strong cash conversion support the rating, although capital efficiency remains soft.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 0.00%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
EGP has a large-cap, liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while soft valuation.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Large / Mega Cap StabilityShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 10.74B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 33.86
1Y Target Price 225.65
Price to earnings Ratio 33.86
1Y Target Price 225.65
Volume (30-day avg) 601.0K shares
Beta 1.02
52 Weeks Range 166.54 - 224.75
Updated Date 10/29/2026
52 Weeks Range 166.54 - 224.75
Updated Date 10/29/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 3.28%
Basic EPS (TTM) 5.9

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Industrial Property LeasingRental income from diverse tenants across Sunbelt industrial parks.EGP acts as a landlord, collecting rent from businesses using their warehouse and distribution facilities.
Property DevelopmentDevelopment and leasing of new industrial properties.The company builds new warehouse space to meet market demand and grow its rent roll.

Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-10-21
When After Market
Estimate 2.43
Actual 2.45

Profitability

Profit Margin 41.14%
Operating Margin (TTM) 41.57%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 3.51%
Return on Equity (TTM) 8.93%

Valuation

Trailing PE 33.86
Forward PE 42.02
Enterprise Value 12.33B
Price to Sales(TTM) 13.97
Enterprise Value 12.33B
Price to Sales(TTM) 13.97
Enterprise Value to Revenue 16.01
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 21.38
Shares Outstanding 53.77M
Shares Floating 52.95M
Shares Outstanding 53.77M
Shares Floating 52.95M
Percent Insiders 1.01
Percent Institutions 104.86

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

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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