REIT - Residential Industry Overview
The REIT - Residential industry, part of the Real Estate sector, includes 22 publicly traded companies with a combined market capitalization of $191.25B. The industry is led by AvalonBay Communities, Inc. (AVB), Equity Residential (EQR), Essex Property Trust, Inc. (ESS).
Among the 22 listed REIT - Residential companies, market capitalizations range from $26.26B (AvalonBay Communities, Inc.) down to $15.97B (Sun Communities, Inc.), highlighting the wide size disparity across the industry. The average market cap across the industry is $8.69B, reflecting a mix of established large-cap players and smaller growth-oriented companies.
REIT - Residential Industry Valuation
The REIT - Residential industry currently trades at an average price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 47.0. This elevated multiple indicates that investors are pricing in strong future earnings growth across REIT - Residential companies. Note that some companies in the industry report no P/E ratio, typically because they are currently unprofitable or in early growth stages.
REIT - Residential Dividend Profile
21 out of 22 REIT - Residential companies (95%) currently pay dividends to shareholders. The average dividend yield across dividend-paying REIT - Residential stocks is 6.50%. The high proportion of dividend payers suggests REIT - Residential is a mature, cash-generating industry that rewards income-focused investors.
Largest REIT - Residential Companies by Market Cap
| Company | Ticker | Market Cap | P/E Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| AvalonBay Communities, Inc. | AVB | $26.26B | 22.9 |
| Equity Residential | EQR | $25.55B | 26.4 |
| Essex Property Trust, Inc. | ESS | $19.11B | 31.1 |
| Invitation Homes Inc. | INVH | $17.46B | 30.9 |
| Sun Communities, Inc. | SUI | $15.97B | N/A |
The table above shows the top 5 REIT - Residential companies ranked by market capitalization. P/E ratios reflect trailing twelve months earnings where available.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the largest REIT - Residential company? The largest REIT - Residential company by market capitalization is AvalonBay Communities, Inc. (AVB), valued at $26.26B. Use the full listing below to explore all REIT - Residential companies and compare their financials.
How many REIT - Residential stocks are there? There are 22 publicly traded REIT - Residential companies listed on major US exchanges, ranging from AvalonBay Communities, Inc. (AVB) to Sun Communities, Inc. (SUI) by market capitalization. This directory spans 1 pages, with all companies sorted by market cap for easy comparison.
How many REIT - Residential stocks pay dividends? 21 of the 22 REIT - Residential companies (95%) currently distribute dividends. The average yield among payers is 6.50%. Dividend policies vary significantly across REIT - Residential companies — browse individual stock pages for the latest yield and payout details.
What is the average P/E ratio for REIT - Residential stocks? The average trailing P/E ratio for the REIT - Residential industry is 47.0x. Individual company valuations can vary widely — click through to any stock page for detailed valuation metrics.
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