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Urban Edge Properties(UE)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
3-STAR RATING
PASS
LAST CLOSE
$19.03
10/28/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for UE

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

Urban Edge Properties is a specialized retail REIT focused on owning and redeveloping essential shopping centers in dense, supply-constrained markets from Washington, D.C. to Boston. The company's primary strength lies in its high-quality portfolio of grocery-anchored properties which provides defensive, recurring cash flow. The main growth opportunity is the execution of a disciplined redevelopment pipeline designed to increase asset value. However, investors must consider risks including interest rate sensitivity, the geographic concentration in the Northeast, and the execution risk associated with complex real estate development. The stock is best suited for income-oriented investors who are comfortable with the inherent cyclicality and capital-intensive nature of retail real estate.

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 moderate growth potential through redevelopment rather than rapid scaling.
Momentum investorWeak fitREITs of this nature rarely provide the high-velocity price action momentum traders seek.
Value investorStrong fitThe stock can be attractive when the share price trades at a significant discount to Net Asset Value (NAV).
Dividend investorStrong fitAs a REIT, the company is structured to provide steady dividend income.
Low-risk investorMixed fitWhile more stable than growth stocks, the REIT sector is still subject to interest rate and economic cycles.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMediumMarket fluctuations can impact REIT share prices independently of underlying property values.
Valuation riskMediumChanges in capitalization rates can significantly impact the implied value of the real estate portfolio.
Competition risk (retail real estate)Medium / highThe sector faces intense competition for high-quality, well-located retail assets.
Business qualityMediumQuality depends on the sustained desirability of their specific retail centers and anchor tenants.
Dividend incomeMediumDividend sustainability depends on consistent FFO and payout ratio management.
Execution riskMediumSuccess relies heavily on the ability to complete redevelopment projects on time and within budget.

Price Behavior

Rolling Over
PRICE PATH

Rolling Over

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

Very Smooth
PRICE STABILITY

Very Smooth

The stock has followed a highly orderly price path with minimal short-term disruption.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 65.11%
Avg. Invested days 102
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
UE receives a 4-star rating, supported by solid unit economics, solid company fundamentals, and solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
UE has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, solid growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, solid earnings growth (+28.9%) and strong cash generation (FCF margin 38.7%) are partially offset by moderate revenue growth (+6.1%), very low insider ownership of 0.08%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
UE's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (38.7% of revenue). Operating efficiency is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is UE's strongest growth driver at +28.9% FY2025 versus FY2024 (solid, 4 stars). Revenue growth (+6.1%, moderate) and free-cash-flow growth (+19.3%, solid) are also constructive, though not equally high across every growth measure.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 100.5% and approximately 99.9% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership is only 0.08%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 18.13%
FMR Inc 14.60%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 11.39%
State Street Corp 5.75%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 4.49%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
UE generates approximately $86 of gross profit, $268 of operating income, and $387 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Solid margins and strong cash conversion support the rating, although capital efficiency remains weak.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 2.60%

Quantitative Style Profile

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

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Small / Mid Cap RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 2.65B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 36.32
1Y Target Price 23.5
Price to earnings Ratio 36.32
1Y Target Price 23.5
Volume (30-day avg) 1.2M shares
Beta 1.01
52 Weeks Range 17.75 - 23.68
Updated Date 10/28/2026
52 Weeks Range 17.75 - 23.68
Updated Date 10/28/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 4.15%
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.53

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Property LeasingRental income from retail tenants in urban infill shopping centers.The company acts as a landlord, collecting rent from businesses like grocery stores and pharmacies.
Geographic ConcentrationProperties located along the Northeast corridor (D.C. to Boston).Success is tied to the economic health and population density of the Northeast United States.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-10-28
When Before Market
Estimate 0.39
Actual 0.41

Profitability

Profit Margin 13.95%
Operating Margin (TTM) 31.44%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 2.79%
Return on Equity (TTM) 5.09%

Valuation

Trailing PE 36.32
Forward PE 33.78
Enterprise Value 4.12B
Price to Sales(TTM) 5.44
Enterprise Value 4.12B
Price to Sales(TTM) 5.44
Enterprise Value to Revenue 8.32
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 14.61
Shares Outstanding 126.24M
Shares Floating 126.08M
Shares Outstanding 126.24M
Shares Floating 126.08M
Percent Insiders 0.08
Percent Institutions 100.52

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

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)

Information icon 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)

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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)

Information icon 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)

Information icon 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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