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AvalonBay Communities owns a portfolio of 281 apartment communities with over 87,000 units and is developing 18 additional properties with over 6,200 units. The company focuses on owning large, high-quality properties in major metropolitan areas of New England, New York/New Jersey, Washington D.C., California, and the Pacific Northwest.

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Scotiabank analyst Nicholas Yulico maintains AvalonBay Communities (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVB#NYSE">AVB</a>) with a Sector Perform and lowers the price target from $244 to $241.

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Scotiabank Maintains Sector Perform on AvalonBay Communities, Lowers Price Target to $241

AvalonBay Communities (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVB#NYSE">AVB</a>) has been analyzed by 11 analysts in the last three months, revealing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The following table encapsulates their recent ratings, offering a glimpse into the evolving sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">9</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
In the assessment of 12-month price targets, analysts unveil insights for AvalonBay Communities, presenting an average target of $233.55, a high estimate of $249.00, and a low estimate of $216.00. This upward trend is evident, with the current average reflecting a 6.33% increase from the previous average price target of $219.64.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1730916058_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Investigating Analyst Ratings: An Elaborate Study</h2>
The analysis of recent analyst actions sheds light on the perception of AvalonBay Communities by financial experts. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Brad Heffern</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Sector Perform</td>
<td>$233.00</td>
<td>$234.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nicholas Yulico</td>
<td>Scotiabank</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Sector Perform</td>
<td>$244.00</td>
<td>$229.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steve Sakwa</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>In-Line</td>
<td>$229.00</td>
<td>$225.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Anthony Paolone</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$247.00</td>
<td>$212.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Derek Johnston</td>
<td>Deutsche Bank</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$249.00</td>
<td>$206.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steve Sakwa</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>In-Line</td>
<td>$225.00</td>
<td>$223.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steve Sakwa</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>In-Line</td>
<td>$223.00</td>
<td>$216.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Lewis</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$230.00</td>
<td>$213.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nicholas Yulico</td>
<td>Scotiabank</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Sector Perform</td>
<td>$229.00</td>
<td>$218.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>James Feldman</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$244.00</td>
<td>$222.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steve Sakwa</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>In-Line</td>
<td>$216.00</td>
<td>$218.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to AvalonBay Communities. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Providing a comprehensive analysis, analysts offer qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of AvalonBay Communities compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts gauge the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of AvalonBay Communities's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into AvalonBay Communities's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/AVB/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on AvalonBay Communities analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Get to Know AvalonBay Communities Better</h2>
AvalonBay Communities owns a portfolio of 281 apartment communities with over 87,000 units and is developing 18 additional properties with over 6,200 units. The company focuses on owning large, high-quality properties in major metropolitan areas of New England, New York/New Jersey, Washington D.C., California, and the Pacific Northwest.
<h3>AvalonBay Communities's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Above industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization emphasizes a noteworthy size, indicative of a strong market presence.
Revenue Growth: AvalonBay Communities's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has been noteworthy. As of 30 June, 2024, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 5.09%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Real Estate sector, the company excelled with a growth rate higher than the average among peers.
Net Margin: AvalonBay Communities's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of 34.91%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): AvalonBay Communities's ROE stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 2.16%, the company demonstrates effective use of equity capital and strong financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): AvalonBay Communities's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 1.22%. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: The company maintains a balanced debt approach with a debt-to-equity ratio below industry norms, standing at 0.73.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: Simplified</h2>
Analysts work in banking and financial systems and typically specialize in reporting for stocks or defined sectors. Analysts may attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
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Evaluating AvalonBay Communities: Insights From 11 Financial Analysts

AvalonBay Communities's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVB#NYSE">AVB</a>) short percent of float has fallen 12.16% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 2.97 million shares sold short, which is 2.89% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 4.95 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>AvalonBay Communities Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1730914213_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for AvalonBay Communities has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing AvalonBay Communities's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, AvalonBay Communities's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 3.89%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
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RBC Capital analyst Brad Heffern maintains AvalonBay Communities (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVB#NYSE">AVB</a>) with a Sector Perform and lowers the price target from $234 to $233.

RBC Capital Maintains Sector Perform on AvalonBay Communities, Lowers Price Target to $233

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AvalonBay Communities Sees Q4 Core FFO Per Share $2.78 - $2.88, Revises FY24 Outlook From $10.92 - $11.12 To $10.99 - $11.09 (Est $11.03)

AvalonBay Communities (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVB#NYSE">AVB</a>) reported quarterly sales of $734.31 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $731.53 million by 0.38 percent. This is a 5.26 percent increase over sales of $697.63 million the same period last year.

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AvalonBay Communities Q3 2024 Sales $734.31M Beat $731.53M Estimate

AvalonBay Communities (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVB#NYSE">AVB</a>) reported quarterly Core FFO of $2.74 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $2.73 by 0.37 percent. This is a 3.01 percent increase over earnings of $2.66 per share from the same period last year.

AvalonBay Communities Q3 2024 Core FFO Per Share $2.74 Beats $2.73 Estimate

AvalonBay Communities's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVB#NYSE">AVB</a>) short percent of float has risen 93.22% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 3.52 million shares sold short, which is 3.42% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 3.45 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>AvalonBay Communities Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1727888414_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for AvalonBay Communities has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing AvalonBay Communities's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, AvalonBay Communities's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 4.55%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
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Scotiabank analyst Nicholas Yulico maintains AvalonBay Communities (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVB#NYSE">AVB</a>) with a Sector Perform and raises the price target from $229 to $244.

Scotiabank Maintains Sector Perform on AvalonBay Communities, Raises Price Target to $244

Ratings for AvalonBay Communities (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVB#NYSE">AVB</a>) were provided by 16 analysts in the past three months, showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The following table encapsulates their recent ratings, offering a glimpse into the evolving sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">3</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">12</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Insights from analysts' 12-month price targets are revealed, presenting an average target of $228.06, a high estimate of $255.00, and a low estimate of $207.00. Surpassing the previous average price target of $214.69, the current average has increased by 6.23%.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1726498882_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Analyzing Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Breakdown</h2>
A comprehensive examination of how financial experts perceive AvalonBay Communities is derived from recent analyst actions. The following is a detailed summary of key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Steve Sakwa</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>In-Line</td>
<td>$229.00</td>
<td>$225.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Anthony Paolone</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$247.00</td>
<td>$212.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Derek Johnston</td>
<td>Deutsche Bank</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$249.00</td>
<td>$206.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steve Sakwa</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>In-Line</td>
<td>$225.00</td>
<td>$223.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steve Sakwa</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>In-Line</td>
<td>$223.00</td>
<td>$216.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Lewis</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$230.00</td>
<td>$213.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nicholas Yulico</td>
<td>Scotiabank</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Sector Perform</td>
<td>$229.00</td>
<td>$218.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>James Feldman</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$244.00</td>
<td>$222.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steve Sakwa</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>In-Line</td>
<td>$216.00</td>
<td>$218.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nicholas Yulico</td>
<td>Scotiabank</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Sector Perform</td>
<td>$218.00</td>
<td>$213.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brad Heffern</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Sector Perform</td>
<td>$214.00</td>
<td>$207.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Alexander Goldfarb</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$255.00</td>
<td>$230.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brent Dilts</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$228.00</td>
<td>$210.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steve Sakwa</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>In-Line</td>
<td>$207.00</td>
<td>$205.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>James Feldman</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$222.00</td>
<td>$210.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Lewis</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$213.00</td>
<td>$207.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to AvalonBay Communities. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts unravel qualitative evaluations for stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings offer insights into expectations for the relative performance of AvalonBay Communities compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts navigate through adjustments in price targets, providing estimates for AvalonBay Communities's future value. Comparing current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
Analyzing these analyst evaluations alongside relevant financial metrics can provide a comprehensive view of AvalonBay Communities's market position. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/AVB/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on AvalonBay Communities analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind AvalonBay Communities</h2>
AvalonBay Communities owns a portfolio of 281 apartment communities with over 87,000 units and is developing 18 additional properties with over 6,200 units. The company focuses on owning large, high-quality properties in major metropolitan areas of New England, New York/New Jersey, Washington D.C., California, and the Pacific Northwest.
<h3>AvalonBay Communities: Delving into Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization: Surpassing industry standards, the company's market capitalization asserts its dominance in terms of size, suggesting a robust market position.
Revenue Growth: AvalonBay Communities displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 30 June, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 5.09%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the company achieved a growth rate higher than the average among peers in Real Estate sector.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive net margin of 34.91%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): AvalonBay Communities's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROE, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROE of 2.16%, the company showcases efficient use of equity capital and strong financial health.
Return on Assets (ROA): AvalonBay Communities's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 1.22%. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of 0.73, AvalonBay Communities adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management.
<h2>The Basics of Analyst Ratings</h2>
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Breaking Down AvalonBay Communities: 16 Analysts Share Their Views

Evercore ISI Group analyst Steve Sakwa maintains AvalonBay Communities (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVB#NYSE">AVB</a>) with a In-Line and raises the price target from $225 to $229.

Evercore ISI Group Maintains In-Line on AvalonBay Communities, Raises Price Target to $229

JP Morgan analyst Anthony Paolone maintains AvalonBay Communities (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVB#NYSE">AVB</a>) with a Neutral and raises the price target from $212 to $247.

JP Morgan Maintains Neutral on AvalonBay Communities, Raises Price Target to $247

Deutsche Bank analyst Derek Johnston maintains AvalonBay Communities (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVB#NYSE">AVB</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $206 to $249.

Deutsche Bank Maintains Buy on AvalonBay Communities, Raises Price Target to $249

Evercore ISI Group analyst Steve Sakwa maintains AvalonBay Communities (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVB#NYSE">AVB</a>) with a In-Line and raises the price target from $223 to $225.

Evercore ISI Group Maintains In-Line on AvalonBay Communities, Raises Price Target to $225

The Company has entered into forward sale agreements with Goldman Sachs &amp; Co. LLC, Bank of America, N.A., Deutsche Bank AG, London Branch and Morgan Stanley &amp; Co. LLC or their affiliates (the &quot;forward purchasers&quot;) with respect to 3,200,000 shares of its common stock.

Reported Earlier, AvalonBay Communities Prices $710.4M Public Offering Of 3.2M Common Shares

In connection with the offering, the Company intends to grant the underwriters a 30-day option to purchase up to an additional 480,000 shares of common stock.
The Company expects to enter into forward sale agreements with Goldman Sachs &amp; Co. LLC, Bank of America, N.A., Deutsche Bank Securities Inc. and Morgan Stanley &amp; Co. LLC or their affiliates&nbsp;with respect to 3.20 million shares of its common stock.
The Company will not initially receive any proceeds from the sale of shares of its common stock by the forward purchasers or their affiliates in the offering. The Company intends to use the net proceeds, if any, it receives upon the future settlement of the forward sale agreements for identified and prospective land acquisitions, the development and redevelopment of apartment communities, the acquisition of communities, funding of its structured investment program investments, and working capital and general corporate purposes.

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AvalonBay Communities Reports Commencing Of Public Offering Of 3.20M Common Shares In Connection With Forward Sale Agreements

AvalonBay Communities Q2 Economic Occupancy 96.0%; Like-Term Effective Rent Change 3.7%

Evercore ISI Group analyst Steve Sakwa maintains AvalonBay Communities (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVB#NYSE">AVB</a>) with a In-Line and raises the price target from $216 to $223.

Evercore ISI Group Maintains In-Line on AvalonBay Communities, Raises Price Target to $223

Top Wall Street analysts changed their outlook on these top names. For a complete view of all analyst rating changes, including upgrades and downgrades, please see our <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings">analyst ratings page.</a>
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<li>Truist Securities raised the price target for AvalonBay Communities, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVB#NYSE">AVB</a>) from $213 to $230. Truist Securities analyst Michael Lewis maintained a Hold rating. AvalonBay Communities shares fell 0.8% to close at $219.92 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/AVB/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>HC Wainwright &amp; Co. lowered the price target for Versus Systems Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VS#NASDAQ">VS</a>) from $2 to $1.5. HC Wainwright &amp; Co. analyst Scott Buck maintained a Neutral rating. Versus Systems shares fell 4.3% to close at $1.35 on Monday.<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/VS/analyst-ratings"> See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Roth MKM raised Coterra Energy Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CTRA#NYSE">CTRA</a>) price target from $25 to $29. Roth MKM analyst Leo Mariani upgraded the stock from Neutral to Buy. Coterra Energy shares gained 0.2% to close at $24.20 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CTRA/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Citigroup cut the price target for The Hershey Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HSY#NYSE">HSY</a>) from $195 to $182. Citigroup analyst Thomas Palmer downgraded the stock from Neutral to Sell. Hershey shares gained 0.04% to close at $196.41 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/HSY/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Bernstein raised Twilio Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TWLO#NYSE">TWLO</a>) price target from $68 to $70. Bernstein analyst Peter Weed maintained a Market Perform rating. Twilio shares fell 0.2% to close at $60.67 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/TWLO/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Keybanc raised Cogent Communications Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CCOI#NASDAQ">CCOI</a>) price target from $80 to $90. Keybanc analyst Brandon Nispel maintained an Overweight rating. Cogent Communications shares fell 0.2% to close at $72.81 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/AVB/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Needham increased the price target for Napco Security Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NSSC#NASDAQ">NSSC</a>) from $52 to $57. Needham analyst James Ricchiuti maintained a Buy rating. Napco Security shares fell 14.6% to close at $47.38 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NSSC/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Morgan Stanley boosted The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KO#NYSE">KO</a>) price target from $70 to $78. Morgan Stanley analyst Dara Mohsenian maintained an Overweight rating. Coca-Cola shares gained 1.5% to close at $70.84 on Monday.<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/KO/analyst-ratings"> See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Benchmark raised Frontier Communications Parent, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FYBR#NASDAQ">FYBR</a>) price target from $35 to $37. Benchmark analyst Matthew Harrigan maintained a Buy rating. Frontier Communications shares rose 2.9% to close at $29.46 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/FYBR/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Evercore ISI Group raised Netflix, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NFLX#NASDAQ">NFLX</a>) price target from $710 to $750. Evercore ISI Group analyst Mark Mahaney maintained an Outperform rating. Netflix shares rose 0.3% to close at $688.44 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NFLX/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
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Truist Securities analyst Michael Lewis maintains AvalonBay Communities (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVB#NYSE">AVB</a>) with a Hold and raises the price target from $213 to $230.

Truist Securities Maintains Hold on AvalonBay Communities, Raises Price Target to $230

AvalonBay Communities declares $1.70 dividend

As the housing market recovers, key trends such as interest rate cuts, modernized office spaces, and increasing demand for senior housing are creating promising growth opportunities in the real estate sector. Hence, fundamentally sound real estate stocks AvalonBay Communities (AVB), RE/MAX (RMAX), and Equity Residential (EQR) might be wise picks. Keep reading... The real estate industry is experiencing a period of transition, driven by evolving trends that present new opportunities for growth and recovery. So, I present solid stocks AvalonBay Communities, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/AVB/">AVB</a>), RE/MAX (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/RMAX/">RMAX</a>), and Equity Residential (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/EQR/">EQR</a>), which are well-positioned to capitalize on these trends, benefiting from the increasing demand for modern living and working spaces.
There is a noticeable shift toward modernizing office spaces with wellness-focused amenities, as well as a growing demand for housing catering to senior citizens. These changes reflect a broader shift in supply dynamics, with new housing and office developments leading the way. Additionally, the impact of interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve is expected to facilitate market activity and increase transaction volumes.
As the market continues to recover, the global real estate market is projected to grow at a <a href="https://www.statista.com/outlook/fmo/real-estate/worldwide">CAGR of 2.8%</a>, reaching a market volume of $727.80 trillion by 2029.
Considering these conducive trends, let's examine the above-mentioned Real Estate stocks in detail.
AvalonBay Communities, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/AVB/">AVB</a>)
AVB, a leading equity REIT and S&amp;P 500 member, specializes in developing, acquiring, and managing high-quality apartment communities. Catering primarily to urban residents and renters, AvalonBay provides premium living spaces across major U.S. metropolitan areas.
AVB's revenue has grown at a CAGR of 8.8% over the past three years, and its normalized net income has risen at a CAGR of 24.4% over the same time frame.
On September 20, 2024, AVB, announced a third-quarter cash dividend of $1.70 per share on its common stock, payable on October 15, 2024. It pays an annual dividend of $6.80, which translates to a dividend yield of 2.9% at the prevailing price levels.
On September 5, AVB announced the pricing of an underwritten public offering of 3.2 million shares of common stock. This offering, linked to forward sale agreements, is expected to generate gross proceeds of about $710.4 million.
During the fiscal third quarter that ended September 30, 2024, AVB's total revenue increased 5.3% year-over-year to $734.31 million. In addition, the company's net income attributable to common stockholders and core FFO came in at $372.52 million and $2.74, up 116.5% and 3% over the prior-year quarter, respectively.
Analysts expect AVB's <a href="https://www.investopedia.com/terms/f/fundsfromoperation.asp">FFO</a> and revenue for the fourth quarter ending December 31, 2024, to increase 3.4% and 5.3% year-over-year to $2.83 and $740.14 million, respectively. It surpassed the Street revenue estimates in each of the trailing four quarters, which is promising.
Over the past year, the stock has gained 40.5% to close the last trading session at $232.21. It soared 24% year-to-date.
AVB's <a href="https://stocknews.com/powr-ratings/">POWR Ratings</a> reflect its robust outlook. The POWR Ratings are calculated by considering 118 distinct factors, with each factor weighted to an optimal degree.
AVB has a B grade in Sentiment, and Stability. It is ranked #5 out of 20 stocks in the <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/reits-residential/">REITs - Residential</a> industry.
Beyond what we have stated above, we also have given AVB grades for Momentum, Growth, Value, and Quality. Get all the AVB's ratings <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/AVB/">here</a>.
RE/MAX Holdings, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/RMAx/">RMAX</a>)
RMAX is a global franchisor in the real estate industry, offering brokerage services under the RE/MAX brand, mortgage solutions through Motto Mortgage, and loan processing with the wemlo software. It also provides the kvCORE platform for managing client relationships and RE/MAX University for professional development of agents and brokers.
RMAX's revenue has grown at CAGR of 3.31% over the past five years.
On July 9, 2024, BOSSCAT announced a new partnership with RMAX as an approved supplier. This collaboration provides RE/MAX's 75,000 agents across the U.S. and Canada.
In the fiscal third quarter ended September 30, 2024, RMAX's reported revenue $78.48 million. Its operating income was $15.21 million, compared to a loss of $21 million in the prior year quarter. Moreover, its net income and EPS stood at $3.41 million and $0.05, respectively, compared to a loss of $82.67 million and $3.28, respectively in the prior year quarter.
Street expects 's revenue and FFO for the quarter ending December 31, 2024, to be $75.06 million and $0.05, respectively. It surpassed the consensus revenue estimates in three of the trailing four quarters.
The stock climbed 24.2% over six months and has returned 34.5% over the past year to close the last trading session at $12.08.
RMAX's POWR Ratings reflect strong prospects. It has a B for Growth and Value. It is ranked #6 out of 47 stocks in the <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/real-estate-services/">Real Estate Services</a> industry.
To access RMAX's Momentum, Stability, Sentiment, and Quality ratings, click <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/RMAX/">here</a>.
Equity Residential (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/EQR/">EQR</a>)
EQR is dedicated to developing and managing premium residential properties that foster thriving communities. Focused on affluent, long-term renters, it operates 299 properties with nearly 80,000 apartment units in key U.S. cities like New York, Boston, and San Francisco and is expanding into markets such as Denver, Atlanta, and Austin.
EQR's revenue has grown at a CAGR of 6.5% over the past three years, and its normalized net income has risen at a CAGR of 36.1% over the same time frame.
On August 7, 2024, EQR announced a $964 million acquisition of 11 apartment properties from the Blackstone Group Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/BX/">BX</a>), expanding its footprint in growth markets like Atlanta, Dallas/Ft. Worth, and Denver. This strategic move aims to increase the company's income from these high-growth areas.
It pays an annual dividend of $2.70, which translates to a dividend yield of 3.7% at the prevailing price levels.
EQR's rental income increased 3.4% year-over-year to $748.35 million in the fiscal 2024 third quarter that ended on September 30, 2024. Its net income came in at $148.52 million, while its normalized FFO increased by 2.1% from the year-ago value to $0.98.
Street expects EQR's revenue for the fiscal fourth quarter (ending December 2024) to increase 3.3% year-over-year to $751.35 million. Its FFO for the same quarter is expected to grow 0.6% from the prior year to $1.01. In addition, it surpassed the consensus FFO estimates in each of the trailing four quarters.
Shares of EQR have gained 36.7% over the past year and 20.2% over the past year to close the last trading session at $73.50.
EQR's bright prospects are apparent in its POWR Ratings.
It has a B grade for Stability. Within the REITs - Residential industry, it is ranked #10.
Click <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/EQR/">here</a> to see EQR's ratings for Growth, Value, Momentum, Sentiment, and Quality.
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AVB shares were unchanged in premarket trading Tuesday. Year-to-date, AVB has gained 27.21%, versus a 27.16% rise in the benchmark S&amp;P 500 index during the same period.
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AvalonBay Communities, Inc. Announces Second Quarter 2024 Results and Raises Full Year 2024 Outlook

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AvalonBay Communities, Inc. Prices Public Offering of 3,200,000 Shares of Common Stock

AvalonBay Communities, Inc. Announces Participation in Bank of America's Global Real Estate Conference

AvalonBay Communities, Inc. Declares Third Quarter 2024 Dividends

AvalonBay Communities, Inc. Announces Third Quarter 2024 Earnings Release Date

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