
EPRT Stock Forecast & Price Target
EPRT Analyst Ratings
Bulls say
Essential Properties Realty Trust Inc. (EPRT) has demonstrated robust earnings growth, marked by a sector-leading Adjusted Funds From Operations (AFFO) compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 9.0% from 2024 to 2026, significantly surpassing the sector average of 3.5%. The company's financial health is further underscored by its low dividend payout ratio and an anticipated improvement in its weighted average cost of capital (WACC) due to declining borrowing costs. Additionally, EPRT has shown commendable investment momentum, closing $219 million of investments and planning an additional $212 million, paired with favorable tenant credit trends and higher lease escalations contributing to a record acquisition GAAP cap rate.
Bears say
Essential Properties Realty Trust Inc. has experienced a year-to-date share decline of 2.6%, significantly underperforming its peers, which have gained 13.0%, leading to a compression of its valuation multiple relative to the sector. The company's free cash flow metrics indicate alignment with management’s mid-5.0% guidance range, but the overall outlook remains cautious as the expected 2026 earnings growth of 7% is overshadowed by a higher-than-average sector growth projection of 3.5%. Additionally, the rising and volatile interest rate environment poses risks to external growth expectations, further contributing to a negative sentiment regarding the company's stock performance.
This aggregate rating is based on analysts' research of Essential Properties Realty Trust Inc and is not a guaranteed prediction by Public.com or investment advice.
EPRT Analyst Forecast & Price Prediction
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