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Feb 20, 2025 1:00 PM - Andrew Wynn
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Arbor Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE:ABR) is a real estate investment trust (REIT) that specializes in mortgage loans and real estate-related assets. Operating within the Zacks REIT and Equity Trust industry, ABR is known for its consistent performance in surpassing earnings expectations, a trend that investors closely monitor.
On February 21, 2025, ABR is set to release its quarterly earnings. Analysts predict earnings per share (EPS) of $0.42 and revenue of approximately $88.9 million. Historically, ABR has a strong track record of exceeding earnings estimates. In the last two quarters, the company reported earnings surprises of 2.38% and 2.27%, respectively, as highlighted by Zacks.
Despite the anticipated 17.7% decline in EPS from the previous year, analysts have revised their EPS estimates upward by 6% over the past month. Such revisions can significantly influence investor sentiment and the stock's short-term price movements. This upward revision suggests increased confidence in ABR's ability to perform well in the upcoming earnings report.
ABR's financial metrics provide insight into its market valuation. The company has a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 8.79, indicating how the market values its earnings. Its price-to-sales ratio is 1.72, showing the amount investors are willing to pay per dollar of sales. The enterprise value to sales ratio is 6.32, reflecting the company's valuation when considering debt and cash.
The company's financial health is further highlighted by its debt-to-equity ratio of 2.51, indicating a significant reliance on debt. However, with a current ratio of 1.38, ABR maintains a good level of liquidity to cover short-term liabilities. The earnings yield of 11.38% suggests a strong return on investment for shareholders, making ABR an attractive option for investors seeking income.
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