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Power REIT(PW)

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1-STAR RATING
PASS
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$6.9
09/28/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for PW

09/28/2026: PW (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Power REIT is a small-cap real estate investment trust that manages a specialized portfolio of solar, agricultural, and transportation infrastructure. While the company has successfully pivoted toward high-growth niches, it currently faces material risks from tenant concentration in the volatile cannabis sector and high sensitivity to rising interest rates. The investment story centers on capturing long-term, inflation-protected rent, but this is balanced against execution risks and recent portfolio impairments. The stock may suit investors seeking niche infrastructure exposure, though it carries higher volatility than larger, more diversified REITs. Key developments to monitor include successful portfolio re-balancing, debt management, and the credit stability of major tenants.

How to Read the Upturn Advisory

The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.

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

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitThe company offers niche growth potential but currently faces significant structural and sector-specific headwinds.
Momentum investorWeak fitThe stock has recently lacked the upward price momentum necessary for this strategy.
Value investorMixed fitWhile assets may trade at a discount to book, the valuation is heavily clouded by tenant credit risks.
Dividend investorWeak fitDividend reliability is low due to recent cash flow volatility and capital constraints.
Low-risk investorWeak fitThe company's small-cap nature and sector concentration result in high volatility.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighThe low liquidity and small market cap lead to sharp price fluctuations.
Valuation riskMedium / highUncertainty regarding asset quality and future rental income complicates fair value assessments.
Competition risk (Cannabis/Agriculture REITs)Medium / highCompetition from larger, better-capitalized REITs limits pricing power.
Business qualityMediumThe business model relies on a concentrated set of tenants in emerging, volatile industries.
Dividend incomeHighDistributions are inconsistent and not suitable for investors relying on stable income.
Execution riskMedium / highManagement must successfully navigate tenant defaults and high interest rates to maintain solvency.

Price Behavior

Downtrend
PRICE PATH

Downtrend

The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.

Highly Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Highly Choppy

The stock has experienced frequent, large price swings that make its near-term movement less predictable.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -58.29%
Avg. Invested days 24
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
PW receives a 2-star rating, reflecting soft or weak scores across the available pillars. The rating is constrained by weak unit economics, and weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
PW has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with soft financial health, moderate growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong earnings growth (+91.1%) is partially offset by weak cash generation (FCF margin -3.4%), negative revenue growth (-34.0%), weak profitability (net margin -109.1%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
PW's financial health is soft, with the relatively strongest area being moderate liquidity, including working-capital and asset support (WC/assets 26.0%). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 2-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is PW's strongest growth driver at +95.1% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, earnings growth (+91.1%, strong) is also strong, while revenue growth (-34.0%, negative) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 4.5% and approximately 66.8% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 25.93% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
PW generates approximately $230 of gross profit, $-219 of operating income, and $-34 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Operating losses and cash burn explain the 1-star rating, with weak cash conversion and weak capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 0.00%

Quantitative Style Profile

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

Style Classification

Quality Focused

High VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 2.59M USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 44
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 44
Volume (30-day avg) 17.5K shares
Beta 1.31
52 Weeks Range 5.00 - 12.92
Updated Date 09/27/2026
52 Weeks Range 5.00 - 12.92
Updated Date 09/27/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -6.25

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Renewable EnergyRental income from land leased to solar farm operators.This segment provides steady, long-term cash flow from infrastructure projects.
Controlled Environment AgricultureLeases for specialized greenhouses and cultivation facilities.This segment aims for higher yields but carries risks associated with the cannabis and produce industry.
Railroad AssetsLegacy lease income from railroad infrastructure.This is a stable, mature income stream that provides a foundation for the portfolio.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

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Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE 19.88
Enterprise Value 27.51M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.93
Enterprise Value 27.51M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.93
Enterprise Value to Revenue 10.35
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 184.06
Shares Outstanding 367.12K
Shares Floating 245.32K
Shares Outstanding 367.12K
Shares Floating 245.32K
Percent Insiders 25.93
Percent Institutions 4.52

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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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About Power REIT

Exchange NYSE MKT
Headquarters Old Bethpage, NY, United States
IPO Launch date 1980-03-17
Chairman, CEO, CFO, Secretary & Treasurer Mr. David H. Lesser
Sector Real Estate
Industry REIT - Specialty
Full time employees -
Full time employees -

Power REIT is a real-estate investment trust (REIT) that owns real estate related to properties for Controlled Environment Agriculture (greenhouses), Renewable Energy and Transportation. Power REIT is a specialized real estate investment trust, building upon the legacy of its wholly-owned subsidiary, Pittsburgh & West Virginia Railroad (P&WV). P&WV was previously listed on AMEX and was the first listed infrastructure REIT, having received a revenue ruling from the IRS in the late 1960s qualifying its railroad property as a REIT qualifying real estate asset.