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NYSE:AVB

AvalonBay Communities (AVB) Stock Price, News & Analysis

$183.69
+4.68 (+2.61%)
(As of 03/27/2024 ET)
Today's Range
$180.44
$183.99
50-Day Range
$169.96
$186.96
52-Week Range
$156.54
$198.65
Volume
887,504 shs
Average Volume
740,855 shs
Market Capitalization
$26.09 billion
P/E Ratio
28.04
Dividend Yield
3.59%
Price Target
$197.03

AvalonBay Communities MarketRank™ Stock Analysis

Analyst Rating
Moderate Buy
2.50 Rating Score
Upside/​Downside
7.3% Upside
$197.03 Price Target
Short Interest
Healthy
1.15% of Shares Sold Short
Dividend Strength
Moderate
Based on Four Factors
Sustainability
-3.12
Upright™ Environmental Score
News Sentiment
0.35mentions of AvalonBay Communities in the last 14 days
Based on 3 Articles This Week
Insider Trading
Selling Shares
$1.25 M Sold Last Quarter
Proj. Earnings Growth
5.83%
From $10.81 to $11.44 Per Share

Overall MarketRank

New Rank-Based ScoringMarketRank is calculated by averaging available category scores (with extra weight given to analysis and valuation), then ranking the company's weighted average against that of other companies.

4.43 out of 5 stars

Finance Sector

172nd out of 848 stocks

Real Estate Investment Trusts Industry

28th out of 176 stocks

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About AvalonBay Communities Stock (NYSE:AVB)

As of December 31, 2023, the Company owned or held a direct or indirect ownership interest in 299 apartment communities containing 90,669 apartment homes in 12 states and the District of Columbia, of which 18 communities were under development. The Company is an equity REIT in the business of developing, redeveloping, acquiring and managing apartment communities in leading metropolitan areas in New England, the New York/New Jersey Metro area, the Mid-Atlantic, the Pacific Northwest, and Northern and Southern California, as well as in the Company's expansion regions of Raleigh-Durham and Charlotte, North Carolina, Southeast Florida, Dallas and Austin, Texas, and Denver, Colorado.

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Company Calendar

Ex-Dividend for 1/16 Dividend
12/28/2023
Dividend Payable
1/16/2024
Last Earnings
2/06/2024
Ex-Dividend for 4/15 Dividend
3/27/2024
Today
3/28/2024
Dividend Payable
4/15/2024
Next Earnings (Estimated)
4/24/2024
Fiscal Year End
12/31/2024

Industry, Sector and Symbol

Sector
Finance
Industry
Real estate investment trusts
Sub-Industry
Residential REITs
CUSIP
05348410
Employees
3,039
Year Founded
1978

Price Target and Rating

Average Stock Price Target
$197.03
High Stock Price Target
$215.00
Low Stock Price Target
$179.00
Potential Upside/Downside
+7.3%
Consensus Rating
Moderate Buy
Rating Score (0-4)
2.50
Research Coverage
16 Analysts

Profitability

Net Income
$928.83 million
Pretax Margin
33.91%

Debt

Sales & Book Value

Annual Sales
$2.77 billion
Cash Flow
$12.69 per share
Book Value
$82.97 per share

Miscellaneous

Free Float
141,428,000
Market Cap
$26.09 billion
Optionable
Optionable
Beta
0.92

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Should I Buy AvalonBay Communities Stock? AVB Pros and Cons Explained

These insights were generated using artificial intelligence. They are based on proprietary MarketBeat data, news articles, and custom LLM A.I. algorithms. This analysis of AvalonBay Communities was last updated on Tuesday, March 26, 2024 at 10:49 PM.

Pros

Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in AvalonBay Communities, Inc.:

  • AvalonBay Communities has a strong market capitalization of $26.14 billion, indicating stability and potential for growth.
  • The company's dividend yield of 3.70% is attractive for income-seeking investors, especially with the recent increase in quarterly dividend to $1.70 per share.
  • AvalonBay Communities' focus on developing, acquiring, and managing apartment communities in prime metropolitan areas positions it well for long-term growth in the real estate market.
  • The company's diversified portfolio across multiple states and regions provides a level of risk mitigation against localized market fluctuations.
  • Despite missing earnings estimates in the last quarter, AvalonBay Communities' strong net margin of 33.56% and return on equity of 7.98% demonstrate financial stability and potential for future profitability.

Cons

Investors should be bearish about investing in AvalonBay Communities, Inc. for these reasons:

  • The stock's price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 3.48 may indicate that the stock is currently overvalued compared to its growth prospects, potentially limiting short-term gains.
  • AvalonBay Communities' debt-to-equity ratio of 0.68 suggests a moderate level of debt, which could impact the company's financial flexibility and increase risk during economic downturns.
  • Recent insider selling activity, such as EVP Joanne M. Lockridge selling shares, may raise concerns about insider sentiment and future stock performance.
  • The company's recent earnings miss and lower EPS compared to analyst estimates could lead to short-term volatility in the stock price as investors reassess growth expectations.
  • While the company has a strong presence in key markets, any adverse changes in local real estate conditions or regulatory environments could impact AvalonBay Communities' operations and financial performance.

AVB Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

Should I buy or sell AvalonBay Communities stock right now?

16 Wall Street research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for AvalonBay Communities in the last twelve months. There are currently 8 hold ratings and 8 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street research analysts is that investors should "moderate buy" AVB shares.
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What is AvalonBay Communities' stock price target for 2024?

16 brokerages have issued twelve-month target prices for AvalonBay Communities' shares. Their AVB share price targets range from $179.00 to $215.00. On average, they predict the company's share price to reach $197.03 in the next twelve months. This suggests a possible upside of 7.3% from the stock's current price.
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How have AVB shares performed in 2024?

AvalonBay Communities' stock was trading at $187.22 at the beginning of the year. Since then, AVB shares have decreased by 1.9% and is now trading at $183.69.
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Are investors shorting AvalonBay Communities?

AvalonBay Communities saw a drop in short interest during the month of February. As of February 15th, there was short interest totaling 1,770,000 shares, a drop of 5.3% from the January 31st total of 1,870,000 shares. Based on an average trading volume of 890,800 shares, the days-to-cover ratio is presently 2.0 days.
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When is AvalonBay Communities' next earnings date?

The company is scheduled to release its next quarterly earnings announcement on Wednesday, April 24th 2024.
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How were AvalonBay Communities' earnings last quarter?

AvalonBay Communities, Inc. (NYSE:AVB) announced its earnings results on Tuesday, February, 6th. The real estate investment trust reported $1.70 EPS for the quarter, missing analysts' consensus estimates of $2.73 by $1.03. The real estate investment trust earned $704.71 million during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $701.67 million. AvalonBay Communities had a net margin of 33.56% and a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 7.98%. During the same period in the previous year, the firm posted $2.59 EPS.
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How often does AvalonBay Communities pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for AvalonBay Communities?

AvalonBay Communities declared a quarterly dividend on Wednesday, January 31st. Stockholders of record on Thursday, March 28th will be paid a dividend of $1.70 per share on Monday, April 15th. This represents a $6.80 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 3.70%. The ex-dividend date is Wednesday, March 27th. This is a positive change from the stock's previous quarterly dividend of $1.65.
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Is AvalonBay Communities a good dividend stock?

AvalonBay Communities (NYSE:AVB) pays an annual dividend of $6.80 per share and currently has a dividend yield of 3.60%. The company has been increasing its dividend for 2 consecutive year(s), indicating that it does not yet have a strong track record of dividend growth. The dividend payout ratio is 103.82%. Payout ratios above 75% are not desirable because they may not be sustainable. Based on earnings estimates, AVB will have a dividend payout ratio of 59.44% next year. This indicates that the company will be able to sustain or increase its dividend.
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What guidance has AvalonBay Communities issued on next quarter's earnings?

AvalonBay Communities issued an update on its first quarter 2024 earnings guidance on Wednesday, January, 31st. The company provided earnings per share (EPS) guidance of 2.560-2.660 for the period, compared to the consensus earnings per share estimate of 2.700. The company issued revenue guidance of -.

What is Timothy J. Naughton's approval rating as AvalonBay Communities' CEO?

420 employees have rated AvalonBay Communities Chief Executive Officer Timothy J. Naughton on Glassdoor.com. Timothy J. Naughton has an approval rating of 90% among the company's employees.

What other stocks do shareholders of AvalonBay Communities own?

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some companies that other AvalonBay Communities investors own include Bank of America (BAC), NVIDIA (NVDA), AT&T (T), AbbVie (ABBV), Johnson & Johnson (JNJ), Walmart (WMT), Home Depot (HD), JPMorgan Chase & Co. (JPM), Walt Disney (DIS) and UnitedHealth Group (UNH).

Who are AvalonBay Communities' major shareholders?

AvalonBay Communities' stock is owned by a number of retail and institutional investors. Top institutional shareholders include Vanguard Group Inc. (15.91%), Norges Bank (4.78%), Price T Rowe Associates Inc. MD (3.90%), Principal Financial Group Inc. (3.27%), Legal & General Group Plc (1.79%) and Wellington Management Group LLP (1.49%). Insiders that own company stock include Edward M Schulman, Edward M Schulman, Joanne M Lockridge, Keri A Shea, Kevin P O'shea, Kevin P O'shea, Matthew H Birenbaum, Sean J Breslin, Sean J Breslin, Timothy J Naughton and William M Mclaughlin.
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How do I buy shares of AvalonBay Communities?

Shares of AVB stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services.
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This page (NYSE:AVB) was last updated on 3/28/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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