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Sun Communities Inc (SUI)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
09/17/2025: SUI (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
15 Analysts rated it
Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.
1 Year Target Price $139.76
1 Year Target Price $139.76
| 4 | Strong Buy |
| 5 | Buy |
| 5 | Hold |
| 1 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -13.63% | Avg. Invested days 32 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/17/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 16.75B USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 139.76 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 139.76 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 15 | Beta 0.86 | 52 Weeks Range 104.84 - 135.81 | Updated Date 09/17/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 104.84 - 135.81 | Updated Date 09/17/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 3.00% | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.6 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 40.26% | Operating Margin (TTM) 23.14% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 2.32% | Return on Equity (TTM) -0.06% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 31.35 | Enterprise Value 18899122588 | Price to Sales(TTM) 5.21 |
Enterprise Value 18899122588 | Price to Sales(TTM) 5.21 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 5.87 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 20.27 | Shares Outstanding 125155465 | Shares Floating 116186824 |
Shares Outstanding 125155465 | Shares Floating 116186824 | ||
Percent Insiders 1.3 | Percent Institutions 106.54 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Sun Communities Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Sun Communities, Inc. was founded in 1975. Initially focused on managing and acquiring manufactured housing communities, it expanded into RV resorts and marinas. Over time, it has grown through acquisitions and organic development, becoming a leading owner and operator of these properties.
Core Business Areas
- Manufactured Housing Communities: Owns, operates, and acquires manufactured housing communities, offering affordable housing options.
- RV Resorts: Owns, operates, and acquires RV resorts, providing recreational and vacation lodging.
- Marinas: Owns, operates, and acquires marinas that are typically dry storage or wet storage. This provides for another means to serve its customer base in the real estate market.
Leadership and Structure
Gary A. Shiffman serves as Chairman and CEO. The company has a board of directors and operates with a standard corporate structure.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Manufactured Housing Community Leases: Leases of land within manufactured housing communities, offering a cost-effective housing solution. Competitors include Equity Lifestyle Properties (ELS) and UMH Properties (UMH). Market share data is difficult to precisely determine but Sun Communities is a market leader.
- RV Resort Stays: Rental of RV sites at resort locations. Competitors include publicly traded companies like Equity Lifestyle Properties (ELS) and private resort chains. Sun Communities benefits by a large footprint.
- Marina Slips and Services: Rental of boat slips and related services at marina locations. This provides another alternative in the real estate market and adds another stream of revenue for the real estate giant.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The manufactured housing, RV resort, and marina industries are experiencing growth driven by factors such as affordability concerns, increasing interest in outdoor recreation, and demographic trends. However, affordability is a concern as cost of living rises.
Positioning
Sun Communities is a major player in these industries, with a diversified portfolio and a focus on high-quality properties. Its size and scale provide a competitive advantage.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for the combined manufactured housing, RV resort, and marina market is estimated to be substantial. Sun Communities is well-positioned to capture a significant share of this market.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Large and diversified portfolio
- Strong brand recognition
- Experienced management team
- Focus on high-quality properties
- Proven track record of growth
Weaknesses
- Sensitivity to economic cycles
- High debt levels
- Reliance on acquisitions for growth
- Exposure to regulatory changes
Opportunities
- Further consolidation of the industry
- Expansion into new markets
- Development of new property types
- Increased demand for affordable housing
- Growing popularity of RV travel
Threats
- Economic downturn
- Rising interest rates
- Increased competition
- Changes in consumer preferences
- Environmental regulations
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- ELS
- UDR
- INVH
Competitive Landscape
Sun Communities benefits from its size and diversified portfolio. ELS is a strong competitor with a similar business model. UDR is focused on apartments. INVH focused on single family homes.
Major Acquisitions
Park Holidays UK
- Year: 2021
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 1300
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Sun Communities' presence in the UK market.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Sun Communities has experienced significant growth through acquisitions and organic expansion. Data requires access to financial databases. Access is not available in this format.
Future Projections: Future growth projections based on analyst estimates require real-time access to these estimates. Access is not available in this format.
Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives include acquisitions of RV resorts and marinas to expand their portfolio and increase their exposure to real estate.
Summary
Sun Communities is a strong player in the manufactured housing, RV resort, and marina industries. They have shown their strong financial background through their acquisition activity, and overall financial performance. They need to be aware of their financial sensitivity to potential economic declines and the increase in regulatory measures that directly affect the company.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company filings
- Industry reports
- Analyst estimates
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Market share data is estimated and may not be precise. Financial data requires access to real time financial databases and may not be precise.
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 Sun Communities Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Southfield, MI, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1993-12-08 | Chairman & CEO Mr. Gary A. Shiffman | ||
Sector Real Estate | Industry REIT - Residential | Full time employees 6491 | Website https://www.suncommunities.com |
Full time employees 6491 | Website https://www.suncommunities.com | ||
Established in 1975, Sun Communities, Inc. became a publicly owned corporation in December 1993. The Company is a fully integrated REIT listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol: SUI. As of June 30, 2025, the Company owned, operated, or had an interest in a portfolio of 501 developed MH, RV, and UK properties comprising approximately 174,450 developed sites in the U.S., Canada, and the U.K.The Company also owned, operated, or held an interest in a portfolio of nine marina properties comprising approximately 3,880 wet slips and dry storage spaces in the U.S., which were classified within discontinued operations as of June 30, 2025.
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