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Safehold Inc (SAFE)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
09/12/2025: SAFE (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
11 Analysts rated it
Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.
1 Year Target Price $21.2
1 Year Target Price $21.2
| 2 | Strong Buy |
| 4 | Buy |
| 5 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 1.24% | Avg. Invested days 30 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  4.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/12/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 1.18B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 11.52 | 1Y Target Price 21.2 |
Price to earnings Ratio 11.52 | 1Y Target Price 21.2 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 11 | Beta 1.57 | 52 Weeks Range 13.43 - 27.74 | Updated Date 09/13/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 13.43 - 27.74 | Updated Date 09/13/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 4.23% | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.43 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 26.09% | Operating Margin (TTM) 81.11% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 2.81% | Return on Equity (TTM) 4.32% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 11.52 | Forward PE 10.3 | Enterprise Value 5515422187 | Price to Sales(TTM) 3 |
Enterprise Value 5515422187 | Price to Sales(TTM) 3 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 14.74 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 17.19 | Shares Outstanding 71756000 | Shares Floating 55668990 |
Shares Outstanding 71756000 | Shares Floating 55668990 | ||
Percent Insiders 22.42 | Percent Institutions 73.89 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Safehold Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Safehold Inc. was founded in 2017 as a REIT focused on ground leases. It emerged from iStar Inc. (now primarily focused on managing Safehold) and has grown rapidly by modernizing and expanding the use of ground leases in commercial real estate.
Core Business Areas
- Ground Leases: Acquires, owns, manages, and capitalizes ground leases, allowing property owners to retain ownership of buildings while separating the land ownership.
Leadership and Structure
Jay Sugarman serves as the Chairman and CEO. The company operates as a Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) with a board of directors overseeing strategic decisions. iStar Inc. plays a significant role in managing Safehold's operations.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Ground Lease Capital: Provides long-term ground lease capital for commercial real estate owners, freeing up capital for property improvements and operations. Market share is still relatively small but growing within the overall CRE market, hard to accurately measure as other REITs hold ground leases as part of a bigger portfolio. Competitors include traditional mortgage lenders and other REITs with ground lease portfolios.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The commercial real estate market is large and diverse, with increasing interest in alternative financing structures like ground leases. Demand is driven by property owners seeking efficient capital solutions.
Positioning
Safehold is a leading public REIT specializing in ground leases. Its competitive advantage lies in its focus, expertise, and modernized ground lease structure.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for ground leases in commercial real estate is estimated to be in the trillions of dollars. Safehold is positioned to capture a growing share of this market by educating property owners and offering attractive ground lease terms.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Specialized Expertise in Ground Leases
- Long-Term Lease Structures Providing Stable Cash Flow
- Strong Relationship with iStar Inc.
- First Mover Advantage in Modern Ground Lease Market
- Low Leverage Relative to Peers
Weaknesses
- Reliance on iStar Inc. for Management
- Relatively Small Size Compared to Larger REITs
- Sensitivity to Interest Rate Changes
- Complexity of Ground Lease Structures May Limit Appeal
Opportunities
- Expansion into New Property Types and Geographies
- Increasing Adoption of Ground Leases in CRE Market
- Partnerships with Developers and Property Owners
- Technological Innovation to Streamline Operations
Threats
- Competition from Traditional Lenders and Other REITs
- Economic Downturn Impacting Commercial Real Estate Values
- Changes in Tax Laws Affecting REITs
- Rising Interest Rates Increasing Borrowing Costs
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- OLP
- HIW
- ARE
Competitive Landscape
Safehold has a focused approach and first mover advantage in modern ground leases which gives it an edge. Traditional lenders and diversified REITs provide broader capital solutions, posing competitive challenges. All market share numbers are estimates only as Ground Lease sector is included into other sectors such as REITs. Hard to provide accurate values.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Safehold has experienced significant growth in recent years as it has expanded its portfolio of ground leases. Need numbers from prior year annual reports for inclusion.
Future Projections: Future growth projections are based on analyst estimates and company guidance. This data requires current research reports.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include strategic acquisitions of ground leases and partnerships with developers to expand its footprint. Need exact details with references for further data.
Summary
Safehold is a growing REIT specializing in ground leases, demonstrating strong expertise in its niche. Its growth is fueled by increasing acceptance of ground leases in commercial real estate. Potential risks include interest rate sensitivity and reliance on iStar. It must continuously innovate and expand to maintain its competitive edge.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Safehold Inc. Investor Relations
- SEC Filings
- Analyst Reports (where available)
- Company Press Releases
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on publicly available information and estimates. Market share data is approximate. This is not financial advice. Please conduct your own due diligence before making investment decisions.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Safehold Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters New York, NY, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2017-06-22 | CEO & Chairman Mr. Jay S. Sugarman | ||
Sector Real Estate | Industry REIT - Diversified | Full time employees 74 | Website https://www.safeholdinc.com |
Full time employees 74 | Website https://www.safeholdinc.com | ||
Safehold Inc. (NYSE: SAFE) is revolutionizing real estate ownership by providing a new and better way for owners to unlock the value of the land beneath their buildings. Having created the modern ground lease industry in 2017, Safehold continues to help owners of high quality multifamily, office, industrial, hospitality, student housing, life science and mixed-use properties generate higher returns with less risk. The Company, which is taxed as a real estate investment trust (REIT), seeks to deliver safe, growing income and long-term capital appreciation to its shareholders.
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