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Postal Realty Trust Inc(PSTL)
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Advisory Performance History (Simulated)
Upturn Advisory & Investor View for PSTL
11/05/2026: PSTL (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Postal Realty Trust is a specialized REIT that focuses on owning and leasing mission-critical facilities to the United States Postal Service. The company’s strength lies in its internally managed structure and its ability to consolidate a fragmented market of postal properties, which provides stable, predictable income streams. The primary growth opportunity involves continuing this acquisition-led strategy while leveraging lease escalations. However, the company faces risks related to high tenant concentration with the USPS and sensitivity to interest rate fluctuations. It is best suited for income-focused investors who value the defensive nature of government-backed net leases and should monitor future USPS facility and capital policies.
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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | Growth is steady rather than explosive, driven by tactical acquisitions in a niche market. |
| Momentum investor | Weak fit | The stock typically exhibits lower volatility and tends to trade based on yield and interest rate environments. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | The company's focus on essential infrastructure and predictable cash flows often appeals to value-oriented REIT investors. |
| Dividend investor | Strong fit | The predictable nature of USPS-backed leases supports a consistent and reliable dividend stream. |
| Low-risk investor | Strong fit | The credit quality of the tenant (USPS) provides a high degree of revenue security relative to many commercial real estate segments. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | Medium | As a REIT, the stock price is sensitive to general market movements and interest rate shifts. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | Changes in interest rates can compress or expand yield requirements for REIT investors. |
| Competition risk (USPS-leased property dominance) | Medium / high | Larger, more diversified REITs have the capital to compete for the same assets. |
| Business quality | Strong | The business has high-quality, mission-critical assets leased to a government entity. |
| Dividend income | Medium | Dividend sustainability is tied to USPS lease renewals and portfolio occupancy levels. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Success depends on the ability to continue identifying and acquiring accretive postal properties. |
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 1.92% | Avg. Invested days 43 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating ![]() | Upturn Advisory Performance | Stock Returns Performance |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 880.39M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 40.22 | 1Y Target Price 26.07 |
Price to earnings Ratio 40.22 | 1Y Target Price 26.07 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 245.6K shares | Beta 0.79 | 52 Weeks Range 14.51 - 24.95 | Updated Date 11/04/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 14.51 - 24.95 | Updated Date 11/04/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.55 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Rental Revenue | Lease payments received from the United States Postal Service across a nationwide portfolio. | The company acts as a landlord, with the federal postal service as its primary tenant. |
Earnings Date
Report Date 2026-11-03 | When After Market | Estimate 0.32 | Actual 0.36 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 16.42% | Operating Margin (TTM) 39.69% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 3.2% | Return on Equity (TTM) 5.93% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 40.22 | Forward PE 35.59 | Enterprise Value 1.03B | Price to Sales(TTM) 8.34 |
Enterprise Value 1.03B | Price to Sales(TTM) 8.34 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 9.8 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 16.07 | Shares Outstanding 30.25M | Shares Floating 28.78M |
Shares Outstanding 30.25M | Shares Floating 28.78M | ||
Percent Insiders 4.37 | Percent Institutions 82.72 |
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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