Equities Analysts Offer Predictions for UDR FY2026 Earnings

United Dominion Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE:UDR) – Investment analysts at Zacks Research decreased their FY2026 EPS estimates for United Dominion Realty Trust in a report issued on Monday, February 9th. Zacks Research analyst Team now anticipates that the real estate investment trust will post earnings of $2.55 per share for the year, down from their previous forecast of $2.56. The consensus estimate for United Dominion Realty Trust’s current full-year earnings is $2.51 per share. Zacks Research also issued estimates for United Dominion Realty Trust’s Q4 2027 earnings at $0.68 EPS.

United Dominion Realty Trust (NYSE:UDR) last announced its earnings results on Monday, February 9th. The real estate investment trust reported $0.67 earnings per share for the quarter, beating analysts’ consensus estimates of $0.64 by $0.03. United Dominion Realty Trust had a net margin of 22.06% and a return on equity of 11.56%. The firm had revenue of $433.11 million for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $430.28 million. During the same quarter in the previous year, the firm posted $0.48 EPS. The company’s revenue for the quarter was up 2.5% compared to the same quarter last year. United Dominion Realty Trust has set its FY 2026 guidance at 2.470-2.570 EPS and its Q1 2026 guidance at 0.610-0.630 EPS.

Other research analysts also recently issued reports about the company. Royal Bank Of Canada reaffirmed a “sector perform” rating and set a $39.00 price target on shares of United Dominion Realty Trust in a report on Tuesday. Truist Financial raised shares of United Dominion Realty Trust from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating and lifted their target price for the stock from $41.00 to $42.00 in a research report on Tuesday, January 20th. Wall Street Zen upgraded United Dominion Realty Trust from a “sell” rating to a “hold” rating in a research note on Saturday, January 10th. UBS Group lifted their price objective on United Dominion Realty Trust from $41.00 to $42.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a report on Thursday, January 8th. Finally, Wells Fargo & Company lowered their target price on United Dominion Realty Trust from $41.00 to $39.00 and set an “overweight” rating on the stock in a report on Monday, November 10th. Five equities research analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating, nine have given a Hold rating and two have given a Sell rating to the company. Based on data from MarketBeat.com, the stock currently has an average rating of “Hold” and a consensus price target of $40.29.

United Dominion Realty Trust Price Performance

UDR opened at $39.36 on Wednesday. United Dominion Realty Trust has a 1 year low of $32.94 and a 1 year high of $46.47. The stock has a 50-day moving average price of $36.60 and a 200-day moving average price of $36.83. The firm has a market cap of $13.01 billion, a PE ratio of 34.83, a P/E/G ratio of 7.97 and a beta of 0.72. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.81, a current ratio of 4.92 and a quick ratio of 4.92.

United Dominion Realty Trust Announces Dividend

The firm also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Monday, February 2nd. Investors of record on Monday, January 12th were given a $0.43 dividend. This represents a $1.72 annualized dividend and a yield of 4.4%. The ex-dividend date was Monday, January 12th. United Dominion Realty Trust’s payout ratio is currently 152.21%.

Institutional Investors Weigh In On United Dominion Realty Trust

Large investors have recently added to or reduced their stakes in the stock. Empowered Funds LLC lifted its stake in shares of United Dominion Realty Trust by 5.8% in the 1st quarter. Empowered Funds LLC now owns 6,129 shares of the real estate investment trust’s stock valued at $277,000 after purchasing an additional 337 shares during the last quarter. Jane Street Group LLC raised its position in United Dominion Realty Trust by 35.0% in the 1st quarter. Jane Street Group LLC now owns 14,028 shares of the real estate investment trust’s stock worth $634,000 after purchasing an additional 3,637 shares during the period. Finally, MIRAE ASSET GLOBAL ETFS HOLDINGS Ltd. grew its stake in shares of United Dominion Realty Trust by 1.7% during the first quarter. MIRAE ASSET GLOBAL ETFS HOLDINGS Ltd. now owns 60,692 shares of the real estate investment trust’s stock valued at $2,741,000 after buying an additional 986 shares during the last quarter. 97.82% of the stock is owned by institutional investors.

United Dominion Realty Trust News Summary

Here are the key news stories impacting United Dominion Realty Trust this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Company-issued guidance and dividend raise: UDR set FY2026 EPS guidance of $2.470–$2.570 and Q1 2026 EPS of $0.610–$0.630 — both well above consensus — and increased the dividend, signaling management confidence in cash flow recovery and payout sustainability. UDR, Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2025 Results, Establishes 2026 Guidance Ranges and Increases Dividend
• Positive Sentiment: Q4 operating/earnings beat: UDR reported Q4 EPS of $0.67 (vs. $0.64 consensus) and revenue ~ $433.1M, with revenue and EPS up year-over-year — results that support the stronger guidance. Listen to Conference Call / View Press Release
• Positive Sentiment: FFOA and same-store NOI improvement: FFOA (64 cents) matched expectations and management cited higher occupancy driving same-store NOI growth despite softer lease rates — an operational recovery cue for investors. UDR’s Q4 FFOA Beats Estimates, Revenues & Same-Store NOI Grow Y/Y
• Positive Sentiment: Analyst support: BMO maintained a Buy and $41 price target, highlighting occupancy gains and cash-flow upside that could validate the stock’s upside as 2026 guidance is executed. Buy Rating on UDR: Near‑Term Earnings Pressure Offsets to Unlock Occupancy Gains, Cash‑Flow Growth, and Attractive Risk‑Reward
• Neutral Sentiment: Earnings call transcript published — additional color: The Q4 2025 call transcript provides more detail on leasing spreads, turnover trends and capital allocation priorities for investors wanting to validate management’s assumptions. UDR, Inc. (UDR) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
• Neutral Sentiment: Small analyst estimate tweak: Zacks slightly trimmed its FY2027 estimate (from $2.65 to $2.64) — a minor revision that doesn’t materially change consensus but is worth noting for forward expectations.
• Negative Sentiment: Revenue slightly missed one set of street estimates: Some reports flagged a modest revenue shortfall vs. certain estimates (~$6.5M in one report), which tempers the beat on EPS/FFO and underscores sensitivity to leasing/price trajectory. UDR ($UDR) Releases Q4 2025 Earnings

United Dominion Realty Trust Company Profile

United Dominion Realty Trust (NYSE: UDR) is a publicly traded real estate investment trust specializing in the ownership, management, acquisition, development and redevelopment of multifamily apartment communities. The company’s core focus is on Class A and Class A–plus residential properties, offering a diverse portfolio designed to meet the evolving needs of renters. UDR employs a full-service management platform to oversee daily operations, property maintenance, leasing, and resident services, ensuring consistency and quality across its holdings.

UDR’s business activities encompass ground-up development, strategic property redevelopment, and selective acquisitions.