
Equity Residential (EQR) Stock Forecast & Price Target
Equity Residential (EQR) Analyst Ratings
Bulls say
Equity Residential is projected to achieve a 2.6% growth in same-store net operating income (SSNOI) in 2025, aligning with management's guidance and supported by a 3.0% increase in same-store revenue despite a 3.7% rise in expenses. The company's funds from operations (FFO) estimate for 2025 has been slightly raised to $4.04 per share, benefiting from anticipated non-operating asset gains, indicating robust asset management capabilities. Additionally, Equity Residential's strategy of repurchasing equity at a record pace suggests a strong commitment to enhancing shareholder value through effective capital recycling amid market uncertainties.
Bears say
Equity Residential has experienced a significant stock pullback, declining by 9% this year, while the broader VNQ index rose by 3%, suggesting underperformance relative to the market. Key risks include a potential weakening in apartment rental demand within its major markets such as San Francisco and Los Angeles, which together constitute a significant portion of its strategy, and a competitive disadvantage tied to urban versus suburban properties. Furthermore, the company's third-quarter results reported blends at the low end of guidance, indicating early signs of demand decline in urban areas, which may exacerbate existing challenges.
This aggregate rating is based on analysts' research of Equity Residential and is not a guaranteed prediction by Public.com or investment advice.
Equity Residential (EQR) Analyst Forecast & Price Prediction
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