Mid-America Apartment Communities (MAA) came out with quarterly funds from operations (FFO) of $2.21 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.18 per share. This compares to FFO of $2.29 per share a year ago.
While MAA is likely to have experienced decent demand, the rising supply of rental units and high interest expenses are concerns in Q3.
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A shortage of apartments nationwide means this stock could perform well far into the future.
Mid-America Apartment REIT primarily focuses on high-growth Sunbelt markets, adding new units at a considerable rate. However, these markets are currently experiencing high new supply. The stock has comfortably outperformed the peer group over long horizons and has the lowest price-to-FFO compared to other residential REITs in the S&P 500. Management has guided an FFO per share decline in FY 24, and considering the various pros and cons, I rate the stock of MAA as a hold.
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Mid-America Apartments maintained its FFO and AFFO guidance for 2024 despite some increasing headwinds. Sunbelt states face rent drops and oversupply issues, while Midwest markets show stronger rent growth due to limited new construction. We revise our rating in line with the evolving fundamentals.
Mid-America Apartment is poised to gain from healthy operating fundamentals, redevelopment moves and technology efforts. However, elevated supply is a concern.
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Realty Income should be able to ramp up its investment volume as interest rates fall. Mid-America Apartment Communities expects rent growth to reaccelerate in the coming quarters.
A 'buy right and hold tight' strategy is likely a good fit for most investors, avoiding frequent trading and capital gains taxes. Mid-America Apartment Communities is a strong long-term investment due to its diversified, high-growth Sunbelt portfolio and strong historical performance. MAA's solid balance sheet, attractive development pipeline, and potential undervaluation make it a compelling buy-and-hold investment.