Analyst John Kim from BMO Capital maintained a Buy rating on Hudson Pacific Properties and keeping the price target at $3.50.
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John Kim has given his Buy rating due to a combination of factors that suggest potential growth for Hudson Pacific Properties. The company reported a second-quarter Core Funds From Operations per share that exceeded expectations, indicating a positive financial performance. Additionally, leasing activities were robust, slightly surpassing the long-term average, which is a promising sign for future occupancy improvements.
Furthermore, management’s optimistic leased occupancy targets for the coming years, despite being ambitious, reflect a positive outlook if achieved. The marginal improvement in cash leasing spreads and a reduction in net debt to EBITDA ratio also contribute to a more favorable financial position. These factors collectively underpin John Kim’s confidence in the company’s potential, justifying the Buy rating.
According to TipRanks, Kim is an analyst with an average return of -0.9% and a 42.63% success rate. Kim covers the Real Estate sector, focusing on stocks such as Boston Properties, Sun Communities, and Essex Property.
In another report released on August 4, BTIG also reiterated a Buy rating on the stock with a $4.75 price target.