Easterly Government Properties, Inc. (DEA)
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- symbol DEA
- Rev/Share 7.0866
- Book/Share 32.3559
- PB 0.7415
- Debt/Equity 1.2005
- CurrentRatio 0.377
- ROIC 0.0263
- MktCap 1027430976.0
- FreeCF/Share 3.7694
- PFCF 6.3059
- PE 55.2311
- Debt/Assets 0.4965
- DivYield 0.0544
- ROE 0.0136
- Rating C+
- Score 2
- Recommendation Sell
- P/E Score 1
- DCF Score 2
- P/B Score 3
- D/E Score 2
Recent Analyst Ratings
| Type | Ticker | Analyst Firm | Previous Rating | Current Rating | Previous Price Target | Current Price Target | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Downgrade | DEA | Compass Point | Buy | Neutral | -- | $9.5 | April 10, 2025 |
| Initiation | DEA | Jefferies | -- | Buy | -- | $13 | March 17, 2025 |
| Upgrade | DEA | Jefferies | Hold | Buy | $13 | $15 | Oct. 14, 2024 |
News
Easterly Government Properties: Attractive Entry Point
Published: June 13, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive
DEA shares are oversold due to DOGE budget cut fears, now trading at a deep discount versus peers, offering a compelling entry point. DEA's core business—leasing mission-critical properties to the U.S. government—remains stable, with long-term leases and built-in inflation protection. The recent dividend cut, while unpopular, aligns payout ratios with industry best practices and ensures the 7.8% yield is sustainable.
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Easterly Government Properties Trades At A Rare Discount - Clear Buy With Compelling Growth Setup
Published: June 10, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive
DEA is misunderstood; negative sentiment is extreme, but fundamentals remain strong and the new, lower dividend is both attractive and safe. DEA's modern, mission-critical government properties and long-term, non-cancellable leases provide predictable income and growth opportunities in a fragmented market. Valuation is compelling: DEA trades below tangible book value and at a low price-to-FFO, with management positioning for growth and capitalizing on government efficiency trends.
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Pick These 5 Bargain Stocks With Alluring EV-to-EBITDA Ratios
Published: June 06, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
NOMD, ADRNY, UPBD, DEA and GRC stand out with impressive EV-to-EBITDA ratios and healthy 2025 earnings growth forecasts.
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3 Equity REIT Stocks That Stand Strong Despite Sector Difficulties
Published: June 05, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
WPC, VICI and DEA stand out among Equity REITs with inflation-protected cash flow, solid assets and rising FFO outlooks.
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How Much Upside is Left in Easterly Government Properties (DEA)? Wall Street Analysts Think 29.59%
Published: May 29, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
The average of price targets set by Wall Street analysts indicates a potential upside of 29.6% in Easterly Government Properties (DEA). While the effectiveness of this highly sought-after metric is questionable, the positive trend in earnings estimate revisions might translate into an upside in the stock.
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Tariff-Resilient Income With 8% Yielding REITs
Published: May 26, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive
Most stocks are negatively impacted by tariffs. But some specific REITs aren't. I present two tariff-resilient REITs that offer 8%+ dividend yields.
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If I Could Only Buy 2 High-Yield REITs Today
Published: May 22, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive
REITs have been in the penalty box for nearly 3.5 years now. This has opened up some highly compelling opportunities in the sector. I share my top 2 high-yield REIT picks right now.
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Can Easterly Government Properties (DEA) Climb 35.04% to Reach the Level Wall Street Analysts Expect?
Published: May 13, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
The consensus price target hints at a 35% upside potential for Easterly Government Properties (DEA). While empirical research shows that this sought-after metric is hardly effective, an upward trend in earnings estimate revisions could mean that the stock will witness an upside in the near term.
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Easterly Government Properties to Participate in Wells Fargo 28th Annual Real Estate Securities Conference
Published: May 07, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral
WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Easterly Government Properties, Inc. (NYSE: DEA) (the “Company” or “Easterly”), a fully integrated real estate investment trust (“REIT”) focused primarily on the acquisition, development and management of Class A commercial properties leased to the U.S. Government, announced today that management will participate in investor meetings at Wells Fargo's 28th Annual Real Estate Securities Conference in Charleston, South Carolina on May 7, 2025. Electronic copies of the.
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Easterly Government Properties: Much-Needed 32% Dividend Cut Opens Up Opportunities
Published: May 07, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive
Easterly Government Properties, Inc. cut its dividend by 32% and announced a reverse stock split to position itself for long-term growth and improve dividend coverage. Despite a slight revenue miss, DEA raised its FY guidance and reported solid Q1 core FFO, signaling potential for long-term upside. Recent acquisitions, including a 290,000 sq ft facility in D.C., show DEA's strategic growth, with a portfolio 96.6% leased across 26 states.
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Are Investors Undervaluing Easterly Government Properties (DEA) Right Now?
Published: May 06, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Here at Zacks, our focus is on the proven Zacks Rank system, which emphasizes earnings estimates and estimate revisions to find great stocks. Nevertheless, we are always paying attention to the latest value, growth, and momentum trends to underscore strong picks.
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Why Easterly Government Properties Stock Is Down Today
Published: April 29, 2025 by: The Motley Fool
Sentiment: Negative
Government real estate owner Easterly Government Properties (DEA -3.40%) reported quarterly results that were roughly in line with expectations, but investors are still more focused on disappointing news the company released earlier in the month.
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Easterly Government Properties Reports First Quarter 2025 Results
Published: April 29, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral
WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Easterly Government Properties, Inc. (NYSE: DEA) (the “Company” or “Easterly”), a fully integrated real estate investment trust (“REIT”) focused primarily on the acquisition, development and management of Class A commercial properties leased to the U.S. Government and its adjacent partners, today announced its results of operations for the quarter ended March 31, 2025. Highlights for the Quarter Ended March 31, 2025: Net income of $3.3 million, or $0.07 per share on.
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Easterly Government Properties Awarded Lease to Develop 40,035 RSF Federal Courthouse in Medford, Oregon
Published: April 29, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral
WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Easterly Government Properties, Inc. (NYSE: DEA) (“Easterly”), a fully integrated real estate investment trust focused primarily on the acquisition, development and management of Class A commercial properties leased to the U.S. Government and its adjacent partners, announced today that it has been awarded a 20-year non-cancelable lease for a 40,035 rentable square foot Federal District and Federal Magistrate Courthouse in Medford, Oregon (“JUD - Medford”). JUD - Med.
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Easterly Government Properties Acquires 289,873 SF Facility Primarily Leased to AA+ Rated District of Columbia Government
Published: April 29, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral
WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Easterly Government Properties, Inc. (NYSE: DEA) (the “Company” or “Easterly”), a fully integrated real estate investment trust focused primarily on the acquisition, development and management of Class A commercial properties leased to the U.S. Government and its adjacent partners, announced today that it has acquired a 289,873 square foot facility 98% leased primarily to the District of Columbia Government (DC) (S&P: AA+) (“Local Gov - DC”). The LEED Silver and.
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Easterly Government Properties Issues $125 Million in Senior Unsecured Notes
Published: March 25, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral
WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Easterly Government Properties, Inc. (NYSE: DEA) (the “Company” or “Easterly”), a fully integrated real estate investment trust focused primarily on the acquisition, development and management of Class A commercial properties leased to U.S. Government agencies and its adjacent partners, announced today that it has entered into a master notes purchase agreement to issue $125 million of five and seven-year senior unsecured notes (“Senior Notes”) issued and sold by Eas.
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Easterly Government Properties, Inc. (DEA) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
Published: February 25, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral
Easterly Government Properties, Inc. (NYSE:DEA ) Q4 2024 Results Conference Call February 25, 2025 11:00 AM ET Company Participants Lindsay Winterhalter - SVP, IR & Operations Darrell Crate - President & CEO Allison Marino - CFO Conference Call Participants Michael Griffin - Citi John Kim - BMO Capital Markets Aditi Balachandran - RBC Capital Markets Operator Greetings. Welcome to Easterly Government Properties Fourth Quarter 2024 Earnings Conference Call.
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Easterly Government Properties (DEA) Q4 FFO and Revenues Lag Estimates
Published: February 25, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative
Easterly Government Properties (DEA) came out with quarterly funds from operations (FFO) of $0.29 per share, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.30 per share. This compares to FFO of $0.28 per share a year ago.
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Easterly Government Properties Announces Quarterly Dividend
Published: February 20, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral
WASHINGTON, D.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Easterly Government Properties, Inc. (NYSE: DEA), a fully integrated real estate investment trust focused primarily on the acquisition, development and management of Class A commercial properties leased to U.S. Government agencies, announced today that its Board of Directors has approved a quarterly cash dividend of $0.265 per common share. The dividend will be payable on March 17, 2025 to shareholders of record on March 5, 2025. About Easterly Government Prop.
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10% Yields With Lower Risk: 3 Rare Buying Opportunities You Can't Ignore
Published: February 17, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive
These 3 high-yield stocks offer double-digit payouts while keeping risk in check—find out why the market is mispricing them. A government-backed REIT, a powerhouse midstream MLP, and a rock-solid BDC—all yielding 10%+ and primed for growth. Investors rarely get opportunities like this—here's how to lock in sustainable 10%+ yields before the market catches on.
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About Easterly Government Properties, Inc. (DEA)
- IPO Date 2015-02-06
- Website https://www.easterlyreit.com
- Industry REIT - Office
- CEO Mr. Darrell William Crate
- Employees 50