Equity LifeStyle Properties Inc
NYSE: ELS
Stock price
64.06 USD
(-1.6%) 5 years
Financial Performance
5Y price score: (2)
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A score of 100 indicates that the stock did as well as the S&P 500 Index.
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10Y return: 120.4%
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58.1
52-week range
69.0
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Free Cash Flow Yield
2.6 %
Dividend Yield TTM
3.3 %
Market cap $
$ 12,423
Price / Earnings TTM
33.2
Price / Book TTM
7.3
PEG TTM
(21.7)
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10YR
Total return (price & dividends)
3.7 %
12 %
120.4 %
Free cash flow per share growth
(7.6) %
28.8 %
8.9 %
Earnings per share growth
(1.5) %
63.6 %
150.6 %
Founded: 1,992
Employees: 1,347
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Latest Earnings Call Takeaways
2025 Q4 (Jan 29, 2026)
1) Strategy & Leadership
- Marguerite Nader, CEO, highlighted strong core operations and FFO growth, with a 4.8% increase in NOI and a 5% rise in normalized FFO per share for 2025.
- The company focuses on community-building, with over 90% of revenue coming from annual rental streams, appealing to residents seeking active lifestyles.
- ELS has a consistent investment strategy in its communities, enhancing quality and resident retention.
- The company anticipates continued demand driven by demographic trends, with 10,000 baby boomers turning 65 daily.
2) Financial & Segment Results
- Q4 normalized FFO was $0.79 per share; full-year normalized FFO was $3.06 per share, reflecting 4.25% growth year-over-year.
- Core community-based rental income increased by 5.5% for 2025, while core RV and marina annual base rental income rose by 4.1%.
- The membership business contributed $65.6 million net for the year, with approximately 5,900 upgraded memberships enrolled.
- Full-year 2026 guidance for normalized FFO is $3.17 per share, with core property operating income growth projected at 5.6%.
3) Operational Plans & Challenges
- The RV portfolio added over 500 annual customers in the last six months, with long-term stays providing stable revenue.
- Seasonal and transient RV revenues are expected to improve, with early booking trends showing positive signs despite a 13% decline in the first quarter compared to the previous year.
- Repairs on three marinas affected by storm damage are ongoing, with completion expected in late 2026.
- The company is managing operational expenses effectively, with a 1% increase in core property operating expenses for 2025.
4) Guidance & Outlook
- For 2026, ELS expects normalized FFO growth of 3.7% and a 5.3% increase in the annual dividend rate to $2.17 per share.
- Core MH rent growth is projected between 5.1% to 6.1%, while combined RV and marina rent growth is anticipated at 2.4% to 3.4%.
- The company has approximately $100 million in discretionary capital available after meeting obligations, focusing on inventory growth and community expansions.
- Interest expense is projected between $133.3 million and $139.3 million for the year.
5) Investor Angle & Missing Information
- The company remains focused on internal growth and operational expansions, with limited acquisition opportunities due to fragmented ownership in the market.
- There was no specific mention of HUD pilot programs or new affordable housing initiatives that ELS might participate in.
- The Q&A session indicated some uncertainty regarding the impact of Canadian customers on revenue, with no significant changes in home sales noted.
Bottom line: ELS demonstrates strong operational resilience and growth potential, with a solid dividend increase and positive outlook for 2026, driven by demographic trends and community engagement, making it an attractive option for shareholders.
Equity LifeStyle Properties Inc — Financial Overview, Stock Price, Market Cap
Equity LifeStyle Properties Inc is a company. Founded in 1992. As of April 13, 2026, the company's market capitalization is $12423000198 with a current stock price of $64.06.