CDP stock gained 0.90 percent on October 2 before Q3 results
COPT Defense Properties (CDP) stock increased by 0.90 percent to USD 33.57 on October 2, ahead of its Q3 2026 earnings release scheduled for October 29. The company's Q2 revenue beat consensus, and diluted EPS exceeded expectations. Analysts maintain a "Moderate Buy" consensus with a 12-month target price of USD 37.38, indicating potential upside.
COPT Defense to release Q3FY26 results on October 29
COPT Defense Properties (NYSE: CDP) will announce its third-quarter fiscal year 2026 financial results after market close on Thursday, October 29, 2026. A conference call to discuss the results will be held on Friday, October 30, 2026, at 12:00 pm Eastern. The company, an S&P MidCap 400 REIT, specializes in properties near U.S. Government defense installations, with its portfolio reporting 96.4% leased occupancy as of June 30, 2026.
COPT Defense Properties (NYSE:CDP) Stock Has Average Price Target of $37.38
COPT Defense Properties (NYSE:CDP) has received a "Moderate Buy" consensus rating from eight analysts, with an average 12-month price target of $37.38, surpassing its current share price of $33.96. The company recently exceeded quarterly earnings expectations, reporting $0.40 EPS against $0.33 expected and revenues of $197.39 million compared to estimates of $189.36 million. Additionally, COPT declared a quarterly dividend of $0.32 per share, and institutional investors have largely increased their holdings in the stock.
State Street Corp Raises Stake in COPT Defense Properties $CDP
State Street Corp increased its stake in COPT Defense Properties (NYSE:CDP) by 0.5% in the second quarter, now owning 6.87 million shares valued at $252.1 million. COPT Defense Properties exceeded Q2 earnings and revenue expectations, reporting $0.40 EPS and $197.4 million in revenue, and has a "Moderate Buy" consensus rating from analysts with an average price target of $37.38. The company also declared a quarterly dividend of $0.32 per share, representing a 3.8% annualized yield.
COPT Defense Properties (CDP) Beat Its Leasing Goal Early, Is It Still Below Fair Value?
COPT Defense Properties (CDP) exceeded its full-year leasing target early by filling 408,000 square feet and starting two new projects. Despite a recent share price pullback, the company maintains strong year-to-date momentum, driven by defense spending and a visible development pipeline, suggesting it is undervalued by approximately 15.4%. Investors are currently weighing leasing success against potential retention and development risks, with a fair value estimated near $40.63.
COPT Defense Properties (CDP) Presents at BofA NY Global Real Estate Conference 2026 - Slideshow (NYSE:CDP) 2026-09-14
COPT Defense Properties (CDP) presented a slideshow at the BofA NY Global Real Estate Conference 2026. The article notes that the slide deck was published in conjunction with this event. SA Transcripts, Seeking Alpha's transcripts team, is credited for this article.
VIRGINIA RETIREMENT SYSTEMS ET Al Makes New $3.44 Million Investment in COPT Defense Properties $CDP
Virginia Retirement Systems Et Al recently invested $3.44 million in COPT Defense Properties, acquiring 94,446 shares, joining other institutions in increasing their stakes. The company, which specializes in real estate for the U.S. federal government and Department of Defense, reported strong Q2 earnings, exceeding analyst expectations, and declared a quarterly dividend of $0.32 per share. Analysts maintain a "Moderate Buy" consensus with an average price target of $37.38 for CDP.
Does Vacancy Leasing Beat Change The Bull Case For COPT Defense Properties (CDP)?
COPT Defense Properties (CDP) has exceeded its vacancy leasing targets and initiated two new development projects at Redstone Gateway, indicating strong tenant demand for its defense-focused assets. This positive update supports the existing investment narrative, emphasizing the importance of continued execution in its development pipeline and managing vacancy in non-core office assets. Analysts anticipate revenue growth to US$876.0 million and earnings to US$167.9 million by 2029, suggesting a potential 15% upside to its current price.
COPT Defense Properties $CDP Shares Sold by Allianz Asset Management GmbH
Allianz Asset Management GmbH significantly reduced its stake in COPT Defense Properties (NYSE:CDP) by 70.3% in Q2, selling 156,814 shares. Despite this, COPT Defense Properties exceeded Q2 earnings and revenue expectations and declared a quarterly dividend of $0.32 per share, representing a 3.6% annualized yield. Analysts currently maintain a "Moderate Buy" consensus rating for the stock with an average price target of $37.38.
COPT Defense Properties (CDP) Presents at 18th Annual Evercore Real Estate Conference - Slideshow (NYSE:CDP) 2026-09-09
COPT Defense Properties presented a slide deck at the 18th Annual Evercore Real Estate Conference. This article was written by the Seeking Alpha transcripts team, which publishes thousands of quarterly earnings calls. The purpose of the profile is to share new transcript-related developments with readers.
COPT Defense Properties $CDP Shares Sold by Wellington Management Group LLP
Wellington Management Group LLP reduced its stake in COPT Defense Properties (NYSE:CDP) by 25% in the second quarter of 2026, selling 243,264 shares and retaining 729,301 shares valued at approximately $26.5 million. Despite this, analysts maintain a "Moderate Buy" consensus rating with an average price target of $37.38. COPT Defense Properties also reported strong quarterly earnings, beating expectations, and declared a quarterly dividend of $0.32, representing a 3.6% annualized yield.
Public Employees Retirement System of Ohio Buys New Holdings in COPT Defense Properties $CDP
The Public Employees Retirement System of Ohio recently acquired 220,050 shares of COPT Defense Properties (NYSE:CDP), a new position valued at approximately $8.0 million. This investment represents a 0.19% stake in the company, which recently exceeded its quarterly earnings and revenue expectations. Analysts currently have a "Moderate Buy" consensus rating for COPT Defense Properties with an average price target of $37.38.
COPT Defense Properties (NYSE:CDP) Receives Average Rating of "Moderate Buy" from Brokerages
COPT Defense Properties (NYSE:CDP) has received an average "Moderate Buy" rating from eight brokerages, with an average 12-month price target of $37.38. The company recently surpassed earnings expectations with $0.40 per share and $197.39 million in revenue. Shareholders are set to receive a quarterly dividend of $0.32, equating to an annualized yield of 3.6%.
COPT Defense Properties shows strong growth and income potential with steady FFO and rising NOI.
COPT Defense Properties (CDP) is recommended as a strong buy for value and income investors due to its essential Defense/IT assets and high tenant retention. The company has demonstrated consistent growth, achieving 24 consecutive quarters of year-over-year FFO/share increases and a 7.4% rise in same-property cash NOI in Q2 2026. Its attractive valuation, strong performance, and conservative balance sheet make it a solid investment for dependable income and growth.
Truist raises COPT Defense Properties stock price target on valuation
Truist Securities has increased its price target for COPT Defense Properties (NYSE: CDP) to $38 from $34, while maintaining a Hold rating, primarily due to the company's exchangeable notes moving deeper into the money. Despite lowering FFO estimates for 2026 and 2027 due to increased share count, Truist raised the price target, indicating a stable FFO multiple and a 5.5% potential total return. This follows COPT Defense Properties surpassing Q2 2026 earnings and revenue expectations and raising its full-year guidance.
Truist Securities Adjusts Price Target on COPT Defense Properties to $38 From $34, Keeps Hold Rating
Truist Securities has increased its price target for COPT Defense Properties (CDP) to $38 from $34, while maintaining a "Hold" rating on the stock. This adjustment comes after the company reported its second-quarter earnings and provided guidance for the remainder of 2026. COPT Defense Properties also announced it would keep its quarterly dividend at $0.32 per share.
COPT Defense Properties Number of Employees 2026 | Employee Count & Headcount Data
COPT Defense Properties (CDP) has approximately 434 employees worldwide as of March 2026, marking a 3.8% growth since 2023 but a 1.3% decline year-over-year in 2026. The company, headquartered in Riverside, Maryland, is actively hiring and primarily concentrates its workforce in North America, with functional groups focused on Finance and Operations, Sales and Marketing, and Engineering. The average salary is $97,669, though overall employee sentiment is negative and declining.
COPT Defense Properties Keeps Quarterly Dividend at $0.32 a Share, Payable Oct. 15 to Holders of Record Sept. 30
COPT Defense Properties has announced that it will maintain its quarterly dividend at $0.32 per share. This dividend is scheduled to be paid on October 15, 2026, to shareholders of record as of September 30, 2026. The company is a self-managed real estate investment trust specializing in properties near U.S. Government defense installations.
COPT Defense Declares Third Quarter 2026 Common Dividend
COPT Defense Properties (NYSE: CDP) announced a regular quarterly dividend of $0.32 per common share for the third quarter of 2026, payable on October 15, 2026. The company also published its twelfth annual Corporate Sustainability Report and fifth annual Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) Report, both available on its Investor Relations website. COPT Defense is an S&P MidCap 400 Company focused on properties near U.S. Government defense installations.
COPT Defense declares $0.32 quarterly dividend, releases reports
COPT Defense Properties (NYSE:CDP) has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.32 per common share, payable on October 15, 2026, to shareholders of record on September 30, 2026. The company also released its twelfth annual Corporate Sustainability Report and fifth annual Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures Report. COPT Defense is a real estate investment trust specializing in properties near U.S. Government defense installations, with a portfolio of 202 properties encompassing 23.3 million square feet as of June 30, 2026.
First Trust Advisors LP Decreases Stock Position in COPT Defense Properties $CDP
First Trust Advisors LP significantly reduced its stake in COPT Defense Properties (NYSE:CDP) by 73.4% in the first quarter, selling over 75,000 shares. Despite this, other institutional investors have increased their holdings, and analysts maintain a "Moderate Buy" rating with an average price target of $36.25. COPT Defense Properties exceeded Q1 earnings estimates and offers a quarterly dividend of $0.32, yielding approximately 3.5% annually.
Bank of America Corp DE Has $71.03 Million Holdings in COPT Defense Properties $CDP
Bank of America Corp DE reduced its stake in COPT Defense Properties (NYSE:CDP) by 1.4% in the first quarter, now holding 2.32 million shares valued at approximately $71.03 million. Despite this, analysts maintain a "Moderate Buy" rating with a consensus price target of $36.25, following COPT Defense Properties exceeding its quarterly earnings and revenue expectations and maintaining a quarterly dividend of $0.32 per share.
COPT Defense Properties $CDP Shares Bought by California State Teachers Retirement System
The California State Teachers Retirement System increased its stake in COPT Defense Properties (NYSE:CDP) by 28.5% in the first quarter, acquiring an additional 30,471 shares to own 137,228 shares valued at approximately $4.2 million. Other institutional investors also expanded their holdings or initiated new positions. COPT Defense Properties exceeded quarterly expectations with $0.40 EPS against a $0.33 consensus and revenue of $197.39 million versus $189.36 million expected, while maintaining its 2026 EPS guidance of $1.39–$1.43 and offering a quarterly dividend of $0.32 per share, equating to a 3.4% annualized yield.
COPT Defense Properties (NYSE:CDP) Given Average Rating of "Moderate Buy" by Brokerages
COPT Defense Properties (NYSE:CDP) has received an average "Moderate Buy" rating from eight brokerages, with five buy ratings and three hold ratings. The company recently exceeded Q2 earnings expectations, reporting an EPS of $0.40 against an estimated $0.33, and revenue of $197.39 million, surpassing the $189.36 million consensus. CDP's stock opened at $37.18, near its 52-week high, and offers a quarterly dividend of $0.32, equating to an annualized yield of approximately 3.4%.
COPT Defense Properties (NYSE: CDP) director redeems 1,000 units for cash
COPT Defense Properties director Robert L. Denton redeemed 1,000 Common Units of COPT Defense Properties, L.P. The issuer elected to pay cash for these units at a conversion price of $37.914, based on a 10-day average share price. Following this transaction, Denton directly holds 139,264 Common Units.
How Upgraded 2026 EPS Guidance At COPT Defense Properties (CDP) Has Changed Its Investment Story
COPT Defense Properties (CDP) recently reported strong Q2 2026 results with increased sales and net income, leading to an upgraded full-year 2026 diluted EPS guidance of $1.39 to $1.43. While this guidance reflects confidence in the business, the company's investment narrative remains closely tied to U.S. defense spending, posing a key risk if federal budgets change. Despite one analyst's higher fair value estimate of $64 per share, the dependence on defense funding and regional concentration warrant a thorough review of various viewpoints.
COPT Defense Properties Q2 2026: Revenue $197.4M, EPS $0.4— 10-Q Summary
COPT Defense Properties (CDP) reported strong second-quarter 2026 results, with revenue reaching $197.4M and net income attributable to common shareholders increasing to $46.4M. This growth was fueled by significant leasing activity, high portfolio occupancy, and increased same-property lease revenue. Diluted earnings per share rose to $0.40, marking a 17.6% year-over-year increase.
Edgestream Partners L.P. Invests $1.83 Million in COPT Defense Properties $CDP
Edgestream Partners L.P. recently invested $1.83 million in COPT Defense Properties by acquiring 59,826 shares. Other major institutional investors like Vanguard and JPMorgan also increased their stakes in the company. COPT Defense Properties exceeded quarterly earnings expectations and maintains a "Moderate Buy" consensus rating from analysts, with a quarterly dividend of $0.32 per share.
COPT Defense Properties Income Statement – SWB:WX7
This article presents the income statement for COPT Defense Properties (SWB:WX7), highlighting its financial performance. For the last quarter (Q2 2026), the company reported a total revenue of 172.84 million EUR, a 0.47% decrease from the previous quarter, and a net income of 40.66 million EUR. The article includes historical financial data tables from 2006 to 2025 for key income statement metrics.
How Upgraded 2026 EPS Guidance At COPT Defense Properties (CDP) Has Changed Its Investment Story
COPT Defense Properties recently upgraded its full-year 2026 diluted EPS guidance to US$1.39 to US$1.43 after reporting strong second-quarter results. While this indicates management confidence and supports near-term earnings, the company's investment narrative remains tied to U.S. defense spending, posing a risk if federal budgets are reprioritized. Investors are encouraged to consider the company's concentration risk and explore various valuation viewpoints, as some community members estimate a fair value significantly higher than its current market price.
Non-operating income (excl. interest expenses) of COPT Defense Properties – SWB:WX7
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COPT Defense Properties (NYSE:CDP) Sets New 1-Year High - Time to Buy?
COPT Defense Properties (CDP) reached a new 52-week high of $38.90 after reporting strong second-quarter adjusted FFO and revenue that surpassed analyst estimates. The company provided an optimistic outlook for 2026, driven by robust demand and leasing activities from defense and government tenants. Despite a consensus "Moderate Buy" rating, the current share price exceeds the average price target, raising valuation concerns for investors.
Citigroup Boosts COPT Defense Properties (NYSE:CDP) Price Target to $40.00
Citigroup has increased its price target for COPT Defense Properties (NYSE:CDP) to $40.00 from $34.00, while maintaining a neutral rating, suggesting a 5.15% upside from its current price. This follows the company's strong first-quarter results, where it surpassed EPS and revenue expectations. Overall analyst sentiment for CDP remains favorable, with a "Moderate Buy" consensus and an average price target of $36.25 from various firms.
ETFs Investing in COPT Defense Properties Stocks
This article provides a list of ETFs that hold COPT Defense Properties (WX7) stocks, sorted by market value. It details various ETFs, their issuers, management styles, focus, expense ratios, assets under management (AUM), and historical performance metrics like NAV total return over three years. The information is presented to help investors identify funds that offer diversified exposure to COPT Defense Properties.
COPT Defense Properties (CDP) Stock Sees Muted Reaction To Record FFO
COPT Defense Properties (CDP) recorded a fresh quarterly high for funds from operations (FFO) per share at US$0.71, exceeding guidance and leading to a raised full-year FFO outlook. Despite consistent profitability and strong operational milestones like 24 straight quarters of year-over-year FFO growth and high leasing percentages in its defense portfolio, the stock's market reaction was notably muted. The article highlights both the bull case, focused on durable growth from defense spending, and the bear case, citing concentration risks and capital-intensive growth, acknowledging that the latest results ease some, but not all, of these concerns.
COPT Defense Properties (CDP) Stock Sees Muted Reaction To Record FFO
COPT Defense Properties (CDP) recorded a new quarterly high for funds from operations (FFO) per share at US$0.71, exceeding guidance, and raised its full-year FFO outlook. Despite strong financial results, including increased revenue and net income, the stock's reaction was muted, rising only about 0.5%. The article discusses both the bull case, highlighting consistent growth from defense spending, and the bear case, focusing on concentration risks and capital-intensive growth.
Public Employees Retirement System of Ohio Sells 30,393 Shares of COPT Defense Properties $CDP
The Public Employees Retirement System of Ohio has reduced its stake in COPT Defense Properties by 12.1%, selling 30,393 shares but still retaining 220,381 shares valued at approximately $6.7 million. This comes as COPT Defense Properties exceeded Q2 2026 earnings and revenue estimates, reporting strong operating momentum driven by demand for mission-critical properties. Analysts maintain a "Moderate Buy" rating, though a company director also recently sold a significant portion of his holdings.
COPT Defense Properties (CDP) Beat Expectations And Raised Guidance, Is The Stock Fully Priced?
COPT Defense Properties (CDP) exceeded analyst expectations and raised full-year guidance for 2026, leading to significant share price momentum. While the "Most Popular Narrative" suggests the stock is 6% overvalued at $38.24 compared to a fair value of $36.00, a discounted cash flow (DCF) model indicates it might be undervalued by 40.2%, suggesting a future cash flow value of $63.96. Investors are encouraged to examine key risks, such as potential pullbacks in U.S. defense spending, before making investment decisions.
Operating margin % of COPT Defense Properties – MUN:WX7
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COPT Defense Properties Crushes Q2 2026 Profit Estimates by 115.2%
COPT Defense Properties (CDP) significantly exceeded Q2 2026 profit estimates, reporting $0.71 EPS against a $0.33 forecast, a 115.2% beat, with revenue up 3.9% to $197.4M. This strong performance is attributed to operational strength, including 7.4% Same Property Cash NOI growth, driven by demand for defense-critical office space. Despite the impressive results, the stock saw a muted market reaction, potentially due to broader office sector concerns.
COPT Defense Properties Q2 Earnings Call Highlights
COPT Defense Properties (NYSE:CDP) exceeded Q2 FFO expectations, reporting $0.71 per share, which is up 4.4% year over year, and raised its 2026 outlook. The company's portfolio is 95.6% leased due to strong demand tied to federal defense spending, with accelerated development at Redstone Gateway and significant capital commitments for new investments. Management anticipates continued strong demand from increased defense budgets and rising requirements for secure facilities.
Earnings call transcript: COPT Defense Properties tops Q2 2026 estimates
COPT Defense Properties (CDP) exceeded second-quarter 2026 earnings and revenue estimates, driven by strong defense spending demand. The company raised its full-year guidance for FFO per share and same-property cash net operating income, while also announcing expanded development plans in Huntsville due to high demand for contractor space. Management highlighted the consistently strong operating performance, tenant retention, and the bipartisan support for defense budgets leading to increased investment in critical missions.
COPT Defense Properties (CDP) Earnings And Guidance Lift Put Fair Value Back In Focus
COPT Defense Properties (CDP) reported strong quarterly and half-year results on July 27, 2026, with increased sales, revenue, and net income, leading to an updated full-year EPS guidance. The company has seen significant share price appreciation and is currently considered overvalued by analysts at $38.27 compared to a $36 fair value. However, Simply Wall St's discounted cash flow model suggests a fair value closer to $64.38, indicating a potential undervaluation from that perspective.
Entropy Technologies LP Purchases New Position in COPT Defense Properties $CDP
Entropy Technologies LP has acquired a new position in COPT Defense Properties (NYSE:CDP), purchasing 43,789 shares valued at approximately $1.34 million in the first quarter. Several other institutional investors also increased their holdings in CDP. The REIT recently traded near its 12-month high and maintains a "Moderate Buy" consensus rating from analysts with an average price target of $35.50.
COPT Defense Properties earnings beat by $0.07, revenue topped estimates By Investing.com
COPT Defense Properties (NYSE: CDP) reported strong second-quarter results, with EPS of $0.40, surpassing analyst estimates by $0.07. The company's revenue reached $197.39 million, also exceeding the consensus estimate. Following these positive results, COPT Defense Properties' stock price has shown significant growth over the past 3 and 12 months.
COPT DEFENSE PROPERTIES ($CDP) Releases Q2 2026 Earnings
COPT DEFENSE PROPERTIES ($CDP) announced its Q2 2026 earnings, reporting $0.71 per share, significantly beating analyst estimates of $0.33. The company also surpassed revenue expectations with $197,390,000. Insider trading activity for CDP stock shows three sales in the past six months, while hedge funds exhibit mixed activity with 142 institutions adding shares and 118 decreasing positions.
COPT Defense Properties (NYSE:CDP) Announces Earnings Results, Beats Estimates By $0.38 EPS
COPT Defense Properties (NYSE:CDP) announced strong quarterly earnings results, beating analysts' consensus estimates by $0.38 EPS with a reported $0.71 EPS. The company also provided optimistic guidance for FY 2026 and Q3 EPS, leading to a 0.6% increase in its shares. Analysts maintain a "Moderate Buy" consensus for CDP, and the company recently declared a quarterly dividend of $0.32 per share.
COPT Defense earnings up next: Can security niche offset revenue dip? By Investing.com
COPT Defense Properties is scheduled to report its second-quarter earnings, with analysts anticipating a slight sequential dip in revenue and EPS. The real estate investment trust specializes in high-security office properties for defense and intelligence, a niche that provides strong tenant retention and annual rent escalators. Investors will be looking at whether its unique positioning and potential AI-related opportunities can counteract broader market headwinds and maintain its growth trajectory.
COPT Defense Properties (NYSE:CDP) Hits New 52-Week High - Time to Buy?
COPT Defense Properties (NYSE:CDP) hit a new 52-week high of $38.10 on Friday, with strong trading volume and a "Moderate Buy" consensus rating from analysts, though its average price target is slightly lower. The company reported mixed first-quarter results, beating revenue expectations but missing EPS estimates, and announced a quarterly dividend of $0.32 per share, yielding 3.4%. Recent insider selling was noted, while institutional investors generally increased their holdings.
COPT Defense Properties stock hits 52-week high at 38.07 USD
COPT Defense Properties (CDP) stock recently hit a 52-week high at $38.07, marking a 35.6% increase over the past year. The company is considered overvalued by InvestingPro Fair Value, yet it boasts a 35-year dividend payment streak with a 3.42% yield. This performance follows strong Q1 2026 earnings, exceeding analyst expectations for EPS and revenue, and positive analyst ratings from Cantor Fitzgerald and Truist Securities.
