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Whitestone Reit (WSR)
NYSE:WSR
WSR Stock Chart & Stats
$15.21
-$0.05(-0.37%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$15.21
-$0.05(-0.37%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$11.43 - $15.50
Previous CloseN/A
Volume22.73K
Average Volume (3M)205.00K
Market Cap
$1.55B
Enterprise Value$1.42B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$4.89M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$643.92M
Price to Earnings (P/E)15.9
Beta0.40
Next Earnings
May 05, 2026EPS Estimate
0.09Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield3.97%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.43
Shares Outstanding51,020,123
10 Day Avg. Volume262,543
30 Day Avg. Volume204,996
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.10
Price to Book (P/B)1.54
Price to Sales (P/S)4.37
P/FCF Ratio13.86
Enterprise Value/Market Cap0.91
Enterprise Value/Revenue8.76
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit12.71
Enterprise Value/Ebitda11.73
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$17.00Price Target Upside11.77% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering5
EPS Forecast (FY)0.42
Revenue Forecast (FY)$169.18M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Steady Revenue And Margin ImprovementConsistent top-line growth and materially higher net margins indicate durable operating improvement driven by rent increases and cost management. That strengthens recurring cash generation, underpins FFO and supports distributions and reinvestment capacity over the next several quarters.
High Occupancy And Persistent Leasing SpreadsNear‑record occupancy and sustained double-digit leasing spreads signal durable tenant demand and pricing power in core markets. That reduces re-leasing risk, supports same‑store NOI growth and provides a reliable base for 5%–7% core FFO targets across the medium term.
Strengthened Balance Sheet & Disciplined Capital ActionsSettlement proceeds, a sizable buyback authorization and a dividend policy aligned with FFO targets reflect active capital allocation and incremental balance sheet repair. Combined with improved credit facility terms, these moves enhance flexibility to fund growth and support shareholder returns over coming quarters.
Bears Say
Elevated LeverageA persistently high leverage profile increases interest‑rate and refinancing sensitivity, constraining financial flexibility. For a cashflow-dependent REIT, mid‑to‑high single‑digit debt/EBITDA levels raise refinancing risk and limit room for largescale acquisitions or unexpected capex without new capital.
Volatile Free Cash FlowMarked variability in free cash flow undermines predictability of debt reduction, reinvestment and distributions. A sharp year‑over‑year decline indicates timing or nonrecurring items that can impair the firm's ability to de‑leverage or consistently fund redevelopment and acquisition strategies.
Concentration And Tax ExposureGeographic concentration in Texas and Arizona exposes Whitestone to localized tax valuation volatility and higher operating expense risk. Rising property tax accruals directly compress NOI and margins and magnify the earnings impact of regional policy shifts over the medium term.
Whitestone REIT News
WSR FAQ
What was Whitestone Reit’s price range in the past 12 months?
Whitestone Reit lowest stock price was $11.43 and its highest was $15.50 in the past 12 months.
What is Whitestone Reit’s market cap?
Whitestone Reit’s market cap is $1.55B.
When is Whitestone Reit’s upcoming earnings report date?
Whitestone Reit’s upcoming earnings report date is May 05, 2026 which is in 61 days.
How were Whitestone Reit’s earnings last quarter?
Whitestone Reit released its earnings results on Feb 25, 2026. The company reported $0.43 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.118 by $0.312.
Is Whitestone Reit overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Whitestone Reit’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Whitestone Reit pay dividends?
Whitestone Reit pays a Monthly dividend of $0.045 which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.97%. See more information on Whitestone Reit dividends here
What is Whitestone Reit’s EPS estimate?
Whitestone Reit’s EPS estimate is 0.09.
How many shares outstanding does Whitestone Reit have?
Whitestone Reit has 51,020,123 shares outstanding.
What happened to Whitestone Reit’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Whitestone Reit reported an EPS of $0.43 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $0.118. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 0.987%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Whitestone Reit?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in WSR
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
Whitestone REIT Stock Smart Score
Neutral
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Analyst Consensus
Strong Buy
Average Price Target:
$17.00 (11.77% Upside)
$17.00 (11.77% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
WSR Sentiment 70%
Sector Average 71%
Sector Average 71%
Hedge Fund Trend
Decreased
By 700.0 Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Crowd Wisdom
Very Negative
Last 7 Days ▼ 1.0%
Last 30 Days ▼ 5.2%
Last 30 Days ▼ 5.2%
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 59%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
11.73%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
11.14%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
3.23%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Whitestone Reit
Whitestone is a community-centered shopping center REIT that acquires, owns, manages, develops and redevelops high-quality open-air neighborhood centers primarily in the largest, fastest-growing and most affluent markets in the Sunbelt. Whitestone seeks to create communities that thrive through creating local connections between consumers in the surrounding communities and a well-crafted mix of national, regional and local tenants that provide daily necessities, needed services, entertainment and experiences. Whitestone is a monthly dividend paying stock and has consistently paid dividends for over 15 years. Whitestone's strong, balanced and managed capital structure provides stability and flexibility for growth and positions Whitestone to perform well through economic cycles.
WSR Company Deck
WSR Earnings Call
Q4 2026
0:00 / 0:00
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The earnings call was largely positive, with significant achievements in occupancy rates, NOI growth, and leasing spreads. The improved credit facility and asset recycling efforts further bolster Whitestone's growth trajectory. However, challenges such as real estate tax increases and pending resolution of the Pillarstone JV present hurdles. Overall, the positive aspects outweigh the challenges.View all WSR earnings summariesWSR Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$17.00
▲(11.77% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Ownership Overview
3.84% Insiders
15.69% Mutual Funds
9.55% Other Institutional Investors
47.56% Public Companies and
Individual Investors