Whitestone REIT

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WSR analyst rating

HoldConsensus of 5 analysts over the last 12 months. 0% rate it a buy.

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Hold5
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12-month price target · 8 analysts

Average $19.38

Low: $19.19
High: $19.95

Upgrades and downgrades

The latest rating actions, newest first

WSR analyst upgrades, downgrades and rating actions
Firm	Date	Action	Rating	Price target	Hit rate
Colliers Securities	Apr 10, 2026	Downgrade	Buy → Neutral	—	71%
Citizens	Apr 10, 2026	Downgrade	Market Outperform → Market Perform	—	44%
Truist Securities	Apr 9, 2026	Downgrade	Buy → Hold	$17.00 → $19.00	55%
Ladenburg Thalmann	Apr 9, 2026	Downgrade	Buy → Neutral	—	52%
Truist Securities	Mar 4, 2026	Maintains	Buy	$16.00 → $17.00	55%
Maxim Group	Mar 2, 2026	Downgrade	Buy → Hold	—	49%
Truist Securities	Jan 20, 2026	Maintains	Buy	$15.00 → $16.00	55%
Truist Securities	Nov 18, 2025	Maintains	Buy	$14.00 → $15.00	55%

The case for and against

Updated Mar 8, 2025

Bull case

Whitestone REIT has demonstrated robust financial performance, highlighted by a 9% dividend increase announced in December 2024 and a year-over-year dividend growth rate of 12.5% since the beginning of the year. The management's guidance for 2024 projects an 11% earnings growth at the midpoint, substantially outpacing the 3% average growth rate of its shopping sector REIT peers. Furthermore, consensus estimates suggest that Whitestone REIT will achieve a remarkable 7% year-over-year earnings growth in 2025, leading to a two-year compound annual growth rate of 5.5%, reinforcing its position as a strong performer compared to its sector.

Bear case

Whitestone REIT has exhibited a declining trend in rental revenues, significantly impacting its overall financial performance. The company's heavy reliance on retail and office/flex properties in a competitive market has raised concerns about occupancy rates, which have shown signs of weakening. Furthermore, increased operational costs and reduced demand for commercial spaces in current economic conditions are contributing factors to a pessimistic outlook on the company's future growth prospects.

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