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Outperform 79 (OpenAI - 5.2)
Rating:79Outperform
Price Target:
$86.00
▲(8.09% Upside)
Action:ReiteratedDate:02/11/26
The score is driven primarily by strong financial performance (notably rising operating/free cash flow and consistent multi-year growth) and a constructive earnings outlook with raised investment guidance and solid liquidity. Technicals are supportive with price above major moving averages and positive momentum indicators. Valuation is the main limiter due to a high P/E, partially offset by the ~4.1% dividend yield.
Positive Factors
Strong cash generation
Agree Realty’s operating cash flow growth to $504M and consistent free cash flow conversion create durable internal funding for dividends, development, and acquisitions. High cash conversion supports coverage of AFFO-based dividend policy and reduces reliance on external financing over multi-year horizons.
High-quality, high-occupancy portfolio
Near-100% occupancy and a two-thirds mix of investment-grade tenants with long average lease durations materially lower vacancy and cash-flow volatility. This tenant and lease profile supports predictable rental income and durable AFFO stability through economic cycles.
Strong liquidity and capital markets access
Robust liquidity, limited near-term maturities and an A‑minus rating give Agree flexibility to fund $1.4–$1.6B of planned 2026 investments. Demonstrated ability to raise long-term capital and hedge rates reduces refinancing risk and supports steady portfolio growth over the medium term.
Negative Factors
Forward-equity dilution risk
Significant outstanding forward-equity proceeds introduce dilution and timing uncertainty: if settlements occur before reinvestment, per-share AFFO and leverage metrics can shift. This creates variability in reported EPS/AFFO and complicates leverage targets over the next 2–3 quarters.
Leverage sensitivity to equity timing
Debt metrics swing materially depending on forward-equity settlement, leaving reported leverage near upper policy bands if equity delays. That sensitivity elevates refinancing and credit-profile risk through 2026, potentially constraining acquisition pacing or increasing financing costs if markets tighten.
Elevated construction costs pressure development returns
Persistently higher construction and input costs compress development economics and extend payback periods on new projects. For a REIT with an active development/DFP platform, sustained cost inflation can reduce returns on invested capital and slow accretive growth from internal pipelines.

Agree Realty (ADC) vs. SPDR S&P 500 ETF (SPY)

Agree Realty Business Overview & Revenue Model

Company DescriptionAgree Realty Corporation is a publicly traded real estate investment trust primarily engaged in the acquisition and development of properties net leased to industry-leading retail tenants. As of September 30, 2020, the Company owned and operated a portfolio of 1,027 properties, located in 45 states and containing approximately 21.0 million square feet of gross leasable area. The Company's common stock is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol ADC.
How the Company Makes MoneyAgree Realty generates revenue primarily through rental income derived from its extensive portfolio of retail properties. The company's revenue model is built on long-term leases with creditworthy tenants, ensuring consistent cash flow. Key revenue streams include base rent, percentage rent from sales exceeding a certain threshold, and tenant reimbursements for property expenses. Additionally, ADC engages in property development and redevelopment projects, which can enhance rental income and increase property value. The company also benefits from strategic partnerships with well-established retailers, further solidifying its revenue base and providing opportunities for expansion.

Agree Realty Earnings Call Summary

Earnings Call Date:Feb 10, 2026
(Q4-2025)
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Next Earnings Date:May 06, 2026
Earnings Call Sentiment Positive
The call highlighted multiple positive operating and financial indicators: solid AFFO and FFO growth, raised 2026 investment guidance, a large and expanding deal pipeline, strong liquidity and hedging, an A‑minus rating, very high occupancy, and record activity across development/DFP. Challenges cited were manageable and mostly operational or cyclical — rising construction costs, modest credit‑loss sensitivity, potential dilution from outstanding forward equity, and leverage variability depending on forward equity settlement. Overall, the positives around growth, balance-sheet strength, and portfolio quality materially outweigh the headwinds.
Q4-2025 Updates
Positive Updates
AFFO and Earnings Growth with Upbeat 2026 Guidance
Full-year AFFO per share of $4.33 (high end of guidance) representing ~4.6% year-over-year growth; Q4 AFFO per share $1.11 (+6.5% YoY). 2026 AFFO guidance of $4.54–$4.58 (midpoint implies ~5.4% YoY growth) and two-year stacked growth of ~10% at the midpoint.
Increased Investment Activity and Expanding Pipeline
$1.55 billion invested across three platforms in 2025 (second-highest in company history), representing >60% year-over-year growth in investment activity. Full-year 2025 acquisitions ~ $1.6 billion across 338 properties (41 states) with a weighted average cap rate ~7.2% and weighted average lease term ~11.5 years. Pipeline now >$500 million and 2026 investment guidance raised to $1.4–$1.6 billion (≈10% increase vs prior range).
Strong Balance Sheet and Liquidity Position
Pro forma net debt to recurring EBITDA of ~3.8x (pro forma for forward equity) and 4.9x excluding unsettled forward equity; over $2.0 billion of liquidity at year-end (including ≈$715 million outstanding forward equity). No material debt maturities until 2028 and total debt to enterprise value ≈27%.
Credit Rating, Hedging and Capital Markets Execution
Achieved an A‑minus issuer rating from Fitch; established $625 million commercial paper program (one of ~19 US REITs with a program) and reported >$1 million in savings vs revolver borrowings. Closed $350 million term loan with swaps to fix rate at 4.02% and executed forward-starting swaps to hedge future unsecured issuance (~4.1%). Raised ~ $1.5 billion of long-term capital in 2025, including ~$715 million of forward equity and a $400 million bond.
High Portfolio Quality and Tight Occupancy
Portfolio approaches ~2,700 properties across all 50 states; investment-grade exposure ~67%; occupancy increased to 99.7% (up 50 bps since Q1). Ground leases represent 251 assets and >10% of annualized base rent.
Record Development & Developer Funding Platform Activity
Development and DFP recorded a strong year: 34 projects completed or under construction representing ≈$225 million of committed capital. In Q4 commenced four new development/DFP projects (~$35 million anticipated costs) and continued construction on nine projects (~$59 million).
Leasing Performance and Rent Retention
Executed new leases, extensions, or options on ~640,000 sq ft in Q4 and ~3 million sq ft for full-year 2025 with a recapture rate of 104%. Only 52 leases (≈1.5% of ABR) maturing in 2026, supporting lease stability.
Dividend Growth and Coverage
Declared monthly cash dividends of $0.262 per share for Oct–Dec (annualized >$3.14), representing a 3.6% YoY increase. Dividend payout ratio ~71% of AFFO per share for Q4.
Negative Updates
Rising Construction Costs Pressure Development Economics
Construction costs remain elevated — typical junior box vertical cost ~ $160/sq ft versus ~$95/sq ft pre-pandemic. Labor constraints and tariffs contribute to higher costs which pressure project feasibility and require value engineering.
Credit Losses and Sensitivity in Guidance
Credit losses for 2025 ended at ~28 basis points. 2026 AFFO guidance assumes 25 bps of credit loss at the high end and 50 bps at the low end, indicating sensitivity of results to modest changes in credit performance.
Forward Equity Dilution Risk
Approximately $715 million of outstanding forward equity; company notes treasury stock method dilution could reduce 2026 AFFO per share by ~ $0.01 at current stock levels, with potential for greater impact if the stock price rises materially.
Leverage Headroom Depending on Forward Equity Settlement
Net debt to recurring EBITDA excluding unsettled forward equity is 4.9x — near the top of the stated target leverage range (4–5x). While pro forma leverage is 3.8x, ultimate leverage depends on timing/settlement of forward equity and deployment of capital.
Consumer Macro Pressure / Trade-Down Trend
Management highlighted a broad 'trade-down' trend and steepening pressure on middle‑income consumers in 2026, which can shift demand patterns; while this benefits discount and off-price retailers (a focus), it represents a macro risk to consumption dynamics.
Modest Disposition Activity and Reliance on Opportunistic Buyers
2025 dispositions were relatively small: 22 properties for ~ $44 million (weighted avg cap rate 6.9%); disposition guidance for 2026 is modest ($5–$75 million), relying on opportunistic and tax‑motivated buyers which can limit capital recycling flexibility.
Company Guidance
Agree Realty provided 2026 guidance calling for $1.4–$1.6 billion of investments (≈10% above the prior range and slightly above 2025’s ~$1.55B invested), full‑year AFFO per share of $4.54–$4.58 (midpoint ≈5.4% YoY growth; two‑year stacked ≈10%), and disposition guidance of $5–$75M; assumptions include credit losses of ~25 bps at the high end (50 bps at the low end), an estimated ~$0.01 treasury‑stock dilution to 2026 AFFO (given ~9.6M outstanding forward shares expected to net ~$716M), and parameters for investment/disposition volume, G&A, non‑reimbursable RE expenses, taxes and dilution. Management highlighted a fortress balance sheet with pro forma net debt/recurring EBITDA of 3.8x (4.9x excluding unsettled forward equity), >$2.0B liquidity (including ~715M forward equity), ~27% total debt/enterprise value, 4.2x fixed‑charge coverage, no material maturities until 2028, >$500M pipeline supporting the higher investment guide, an anticipated >30 bps G&A reduction as a percent of revenue, and a dividend run‑rate of $3.14+ (monthly 26.2¢; Q4 AFFO payout ~71%), which together with AFFO growth targets implies roughly a 10% operational return.

Agree Realty Financial Statement Overview

Summary
Strong and improving operating cash flow and free cash flow (OCF up to $504M in 2025) alongside multi-year revenue and net income growth. Offsets include decelerating growth in 2025, some net margin drift versus earlier years, and materially higher absolute debt as the portfolio scales.
Income Statement
83
Very Positive
Agree Realty shows a strong multi-year growth profile, with revenue rising consistently from $249M (2020) to $718M (2025), though the growth rate has moderated meaningfully in the latest year (about 4% in 2025 vs. mid-to-high teens or better in prior years). Profitability appears solid and stable for the business model, with net income increasing over time ($91M in 2020 to $197M in 2025) and healthy operating profitability in the years where margins are provided. Key watch-out: net margin has drifted down from the mid-to-high 30% range (2020–2022) to low 30% (2023–2024), suggesting incremental pressure on profitability even as the company scales.
Balance Sheet
78
Positive
The balance sheet looks generally sound with equity building steadily (from $2.5B in 2020 to $6.3B in 2025) alongside asset growth (from $3.9B to $9.8B). Leverage is moderate for a REIT, with debt-to-equity around ~0.43–0.55 historically (about 0.51 in 2024), but absolute debt has climbed materially (from $1.3B in 2020 to $2.95B in 2025), which increases sensitivity to refinancing and rate conditions. Returns on equity are steady but modest (low-to-mid 3% range in 2021–2024), indicating consistent profitability but not exceptional capital efficiency.
Cash Flow
86
Very Positive
Cash generation is a clear strength: operating cash flow has increased from $143M (2020) to $504M (2025), and free cash flow has tracked operating cash flow each year (indicating strong conversion on the figures provided). Free cash flow growth is positive across all periods shown, including ~4% in 2025 after stronger growth in earlier years. Cash flow coverage looks supportive in the years provided, with operating cash flow running roughly ~3x net income (2022–2024), suggesting solid cash backing for reported earnings; the main limitation is the decelerating growth trend in the most recent year.
BreakdownDec 2025Dec 2024Dec 2023Dec 2022Dec 2021
Income Statement
Total Revenue718.40M617.10M537.50M429.81M339.32M
Gross Profit630.25M542.25M470.78M377.53M298.26M
EBITDA617.06M543.26M463.95M386.24M295.67M
Net Income204.35M189.20M169.96M152.44M122.27M
Balance Sheet
Total Assets9.80B8.49B7.77B6.71B5.23B
Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments16.30M6.40M10.91M27.76M43.25M
Total Debt3.35B2.83B2.45B1.98B1.88B
Total Liabilities3.53B2.98B2.57B2.08B1.81B
Stockholders Equity6.27B5.51B5.20B4.63B3.42B
Cash Flow
Free Cash Flow504.14M431.97M391.60M362.12M246.31M
Operating Cash Flow504.14M431.97M391.60M362.12M246.31M
Investing Cash Flow-1.54B-885.41M-1.27B-1.62B-1.39B
Financing Cash Flow1.05B445.31M869.01M1.24B1.18B

Agree Realty Technical Analysis

Technical Analysis Sentiment
Positive
Last Price79.56
Price Trends
50DMA
73.28
Positive
100DMA
72.89
Positive
200DMA
72.13
Positive
Market Momentum
MACD
1.81
Negative
RSI
67.65
Neutral
STOCH
97.76
Negative
Evaluating momentum and price trends is crucial in stock analysis to make informed investment decisions. For ADC, the sentiment is Positive. The current price of 79.56 is above the 20-day moving average (MA) of 75.77, above the 50-day MA of 73.28, and above the 200-day MA of 72.13, indicating a bullish trend. The MACD of 1.81 indicates Negative momentum. The RSI at 67.65 is Neutral, neither overbought nor oversold. The STOCH value of 97.76 is Negative, not indicating any strong overbought or oversold conditions. Overall, these indicators collectively point to a Positive sentiment for ADC.

Agree Realty Risk Analysis

Agree Realty disclosed 42 risk factors in its most recent earnings report. Agree Realty reported the most risks in the "Legal & Regulatory" category.
Finance & Corporate - Financial and accounting risks. Risks related to the execution of corporate activity and strategy
Latest Risks Added 0 New Risks

Agree Realty Peers Comparison

Overall Rating
UnderperformOutperform
Sector (65)
Financial Indicators
Name
Overall Rating
Market Cap
P/E Ratio
ROE
Dividend Yield
Revenue Growth
EPS Growth
80
Outperform
$8.45B21.508.89%6.04%4.53%-3.46%
79
Outperform
$9.51B44.863.47%4.28%14.67%-5.17%
73
Outperform
$9.14B23.8012.86%4.41%6.07%-0.28%
72
Outperform
$9.35B23.0312.76%4.38%6.05%14.70%
69
Neutral
$5.39B43.974.83%3.52%10.58%37.97%
65
Neutral
$2.17B12.193.79%4.94%3.15%1.96%
65
Neutral
$5.38B19.029.35%4.55%3.67%
* Real Estate Sector Average
Performance Comparison
Ticker
Company Name
Price
Change
% Change
ADC
Agree Realty
79.56
9.81
14.06%
NNN
NNN REIT
44.38
4.82
12.19%
KRG
Kite Realty Group
25.96
4.97
23.70%
FRT
Federal Realty
107.99
7.62
7.59%
BRX
Brixmor Property
30.10
3.89
14.85%
PECO
Phillips Edison & Company
39.20
4.46
12.85%

Agree Realty Corporate Events

Business Operations and StrategyFinancial DisclosuresPrivate Placements and Financing
Agree Realty Highlights 2025 Investment Volume and Liquidity
Positive
Jan 5, 2026

On January 5, 2026, Agree Realty reported that its total 2025 real estate investment volume reached approximately $1.55 billion, covering 338 net lease retail properties across 41 states, with $1.44 billion of that deployed into 305 acquisitions at a weighted-average cap rate of 7.2% and an average remaining lease term of 11.5 years. The company continued to concentrate its portfolio on high-quality tenants, with 66.8% of annualized base rent coming from investment-grade retailers and ground leases rising to 10.2% of rent, while also disclosing weighted-average basic and diluted share counts for the three and twelve months ended December 31, 2025. In capital markets activity during the fourth quarter of 2025, Agree Realty arranged an undrawn $350 million unsecured term loan with a swapped fixed rate of 4.02% and an accordion feature up to $500 million, executed forward sale agreements for 1.5 million shares through its at-the-market equity program, and settled 5.9 million shares for about $428 million in proceeds. Supported by over $2.0 billion of total liquidity at year-end 2025, including a sizable revolving credit facility, term loan availability, outstanding forward equity and cash, management highlighted a strengthened balance sheet and robust external growth platforms as key underpinnings for future earnings growth.

The most recent analyst rating on (ADC) stock is a Hold with a $75.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Agree Realty stock, see the ADC Stock Forecast page.

Private Placements and Financing
Agree Realty Secures $350 Million Term Loan Agreement
Positive
Nov 18, 2025

On November 17, 2025, Agree Realty Corporation and Agree Limited Partnership entered into a $350 million unsecured delayed draw term loan agreement with PNC Bank and a syndicate of lenders. The agreement, maturing on May 15, 2031, allows the company to draw funds as needed and includes various financial covenants and interest rate options based on the company’s credit rating. Additionally, the company amended its existing revolving credit and term loan agreements to align with the new terms, reducing interest rates and implementing technical amendments.

The most recent analyst rating on (ADC) stock is a Buy with a $90.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Agree Realty stock, see the ADC Stock Forecast page.

Glossary
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This AI Analyst Stock Report is automatically generated by our AI systems using advanced algorithms and publicly available financial, technical, and market data. While the information provided aims to be accurate and insightful, it is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Any content created by an AI (Artificial Intelligence) system may contain inaccuracies and/or contain errors. Investing in stocks carries inherent risks, and past performance is not indicative of future results. This report does not account for your personal financial circumstances, objectives, or risk tolerance. Always conduct your own research or consult with a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions. The analysis and recommendations provided are based on historical and current data and may not fully reflect future market conditions or unexpected developments. Neither the creators of this report nor its affiliated entities guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the information presented. Use this report at your own discretion and risk.Date of analysis: Feb 11, 2026