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First Industrial Realty Trust Inc(FR)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
3-STAR RATING
PASS
LAST CLOSE
$54.34
10/28/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for FR

10/28/2026: FR (3-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

First Industrial Realty Trust is a specialized REIT that develops and manages a portfolio of high-quality industrial and logistics properties across the United States. Its primary strength lies in a modern asset base and a consistent development strategy that targets high-growth supply chain hubs. The company's investment story is driven by the structural demand for efficient warehousing necessitated by e-commerce expansion. Key risks include exposure to interest rate fluctuations and potential oversupply in some regional industrial markets. It is well-suited for income-oriented investors seeking REIT exposure, and those interested in monitoring should focus on rental rate growth and development pipeline execution.

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

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitOffers steady growth through development, but is limited by the cyclical nature of real estate.
Momentum investorWeak fitReal estate stocks often move based on interest rate cycles rather than rapid momentum signals.
Value investorMixed fitValuation depends heavily on NAV (Net Asset Value) estimates and market capitalization rates.
Dividend investorStrong fitProvides a consistent, taxable dividend stream typical of REIT structures.
Low-risk investorMediumExposure to real estate carries moderate risks including vacancy and interest rate sensitivity.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMediumReal estate stocks can fluctuate based on interest rate expectations and economic news.
Valuation riskMediumTrading at a significant premium to NAV can present downside risk if cap rates expand.
Competition riskMediumIntense competition for land and tenants in top logistics hubs keeps margins compressed.
Business qualityStrongThe high-quality, modern nature of the portfolio provides stable, long-term cash flow potential.
Dividend incomeLowThe dividend is generally well-covered by recurring FFO.
Execution riskMediumSuccessful development projects rely on managing construction timelines and costs effectively.

Price Behavior

Rolling Over
PRICE PATH

Rolling Over

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

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 34.94%
Avg. Invested days 72
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
FR receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
FR has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with solid financial health, moderate growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong cash generation (FCF margin 15.8%) and strong profitability (net margin 34.0%) are partially offset by negative earnings growth (-13.9%), moderate revenue growth (+8.6%), very low insider ownership of 0.35%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
FR's financial health is supported by solid profitability, including gross margin of 22.6% and operating margin of 42.3%. Liquidity is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Revenue growth is FR's strongest growth driver at +8.6% FY2025 versus FY2024 (moderate, 3 stars). By comparison, while earnings growth (-13.9%, negative) and free-cash-flow growth (-14.8%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 103.5% and approximately 99.3% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership is only 0.35%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 12.57%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 9.59%
State Street Corp 4.77%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 4.51%
NORGES BANK 4.13%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
FR generates approximately $226 of gross profit, $423 of operating income, and $158 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Solid margins and soft cash conversion support a 3-star rating, while capital efficiency is soft.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 5.47%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
FR has a high-quality, liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while valuation that is moderately attractive rather than deeply discounted.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Quality TiltSmall / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 7.56B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 20.43
1Y Target Price 68.44
Price to earnings Ratio 20.43
1Y Target Price 68.44
Volume (30-day avg) 1.6M shares
Beta 1.04
52 Weeks Range 52.49 - 69.31
Updated Date 10/28/2026
52 Weeks Range 52.49 - 69.31
Updated Date 10/28/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 3.52%
Basic EPS (TTM) 2.7

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Rental RevenueLease payments from tenants across the industrial portfolio.This is the core, stable income source generated by collecting rent.
Property DevelopmentProfits from the development and subsequent leasing or sale of properties.This drives growth by adding new, modern, and high-yielding assets.

Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-10-21
When After Market
Estimate 0.82
Actual 0.81

Profitability

Profit Margin 46.09%
Operating Margin (TTM) 44.22%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 3.55%
Return on Equity (TTM) 13.37%

Valuation

Trailing PE 20.43
Forward PE 36.76
Enterprise Value 9.93B
Price to Sales(TTM) 9.74
Enterprise Value 9.93B
Price to Sales(TTM) 9.74
Enterprise Value to Revenue 12.81
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 15.04
Shares Outstanding 132.57M
Shares Floating 131.70M
Shares Outstanding 132.57M
Shares Floating 131.70M
Percent Insiders 0.35
Percent Institutions 103.5

Financial Metrics

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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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