BMO Capital analyst Juan C. Sanabria maintained a Hold rating on Extra Space Storage (EXR – Research Report) today and set a price target of $165.00.
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Juan C. Sanabria’s rating is based on a combination of factors that reflect both positive and cautious elements in Extra Space Storage’s recent performance. The company reported a slight increase in same-store revenue, which is a positive sign, but it also experienced a miss in same-store net operating income. Despite these mixed results, the company maintained its guidance for 2025, indicating a level of uncertainty in the market.
Moreover, while the pace of rate declines has slowed and occupancy levels remain strong, there are still concerns about future trends in customer rates and churn. The company’s modest buyback activity is a positive note, yet the maintained guidance below market expectations suggests a cautious outlook. These elements together contribute to the Hold rating, as the company shows potential but also faces challenges that warrant a measured approach.
In another report released on April 21, Bank of America Securities also upgraded the stock to a Hold with a $155.00 price target.