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On Friday, JMP Securities analyst Mitch Germain adjusted the price target for Plymouth Industrial REIT (NYSE:PLYM) shares, reducing it to $24 from the previous $27, while maintaining a Market Outperform rating for the stock. The company, currently trading at $16.83 with a market capitalization of $772 million, has seen its stock decline nearly 28% over the past six months according to InvestingPro data. The revision reflects a cautious stance on the company’s near-term prospects due to a mix of tenant turnover and heightened competition in the investment sales markets, which may affect the timing and pricing of Plymouth’s investment activities.
Plymouth Industrial REIT’s recent operational performance reportedly fell short of expectations, but the company has experienced a marked increase in leasing activity since the end of the previous year. With a gross profit margin of 69% and revenue of $198 million in the last twelve months, Management is eager to utilize the fresh capital obtained from the Sixth Street strategic investment, indicating a robust deal pipeline potentially worth approximately $1 billion. The year 2025 is anticipated to be a period of transition for Plymouth as it aims to fill vacancies, strategically deploy capital, and realize the potential value within its portfolio.
Despite the challenges, JMP Securities highlights several positive aspects of Plymouth Industrial REIT. The stock is currently trading at a P/E ratio of 5.4, which is significantly lower than the industry average of 20 times for industrial REITs. InvestingPro analysis reveals that the company is trading at low EBITDA and earnings multiples, with several additional valuation insights available to subscribers. This discount, according to JMP, is partly due to Plymouth’s market being less affected by external factors such as tariffs and development concerns.
Additionally, Plymouth boasts a 5.7% dividend yield and has raised its dividend for three consecutive years, surpassing the 3.5% average observed among other industrial REITs. The lowered price target to $24 reflects a new target multiple of 13 times forward earnings, scaled back from 14 times, to account for increased risks associated with strategy execution and the complexities arising from the relationship with Sixth Street. For deeper insights into Plymouth’s valuation and performance metrics, including exclusive Fair Value analysis and comprehensive financial health scores, explore the detailed Pro Research Report available on InvestingPro.
In other recent news, Plymouth Industrial REIT reported its Q4 2024 earnings, revealing a mixed performance with a significant earnings per share (EPS) surprise but a revenue miss. The company posted an EPS of $3.24, which was significantly above the forecast of $0.0314, indicating strong cost management. However, revenue fell short of expectations, coming in at $47.57 million compared to the anticipated $50.76 million. This discrepancy between EPS and revenue highlights potential challenges in achieving top-line growth. Plymouth Industrial also announced a strategic partnership with Sixth Street to support acquisition growth, with plans for up to $500 million in acquisitions. The company is focusing on expanding its portfolio through acquisitions and improving occupancy rates, which increased to 94.3% in early 2025. Analyst firms like BMO Capital Markets and KeyBanc Capital Markets have shown interest in the company’s guidance and leasing strategies, indicating a cautious but optimistic outlook. As part of its growth strategy, Plymouth Industrial is targeting acquisitions with a going-in yield of approximately 6.75%.
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