Elme Communities

Elme Communities

ELMEยทNYSE

$2.02

-0.98%
Real EstateREIT - Office

Elme Communities owns and operates uniquely positioned real estate assets in the Washington Metro area. Backed by decades of experience, expertise and ambition, we create value by transforming insights into strategy and strategy into action. As of October 29, 2020, the Company's portfolio of 45 properties includes approximately 3.7 million square feet of commercial space and 6,863 multifamily apartment units. These 45 properties consist of 22 multifamily properties,15 office properties, and 8 retail centers. Our shares trade on the NYSE. With a track record of driving returns and delivering satisfaction, we are a trusted authority in one of the nation's most competitive real estate markets.

At a Glance

Live Snapshot
Market Cap$179.49M
EPS-1.7500
P/E Ratio-1.15
Earnings Date08/04/2026

Intrinsic Alpha Methodology

Thesis Lenses

Signal ยท Driver ยท Risk

Signal

Medium confidence

Valuation multiple is compressed (P/E -1.1).

Valuation inputs: P/E -1.1, earnings yield N/A, momentum -1.0%.

If multiples stay elevated while momentum fades, downside repricing risk rises.

Driver

High confidence

Return profile is soft (ROE -64.5%, ROIC -15.2%).

Profitability stack: net margin 0.0%, ROE -64.5%, ROIC -15.2%.

Quality deterioration often appears in margins before it shows up in headline EPS.

Risk

High confidence

Downside profile is elevated and scenario stress-testing is essential.

Risk factors: liabilities/assets +88.7%, momentum -1.0%, net margin 0.0%.

Higher leverage with weak momentum and thin margins can amplify drawdown severity.

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Elme Communities Market vs Earnings Trajectory

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Elme Communities Fair Value Envelope

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Our analysis suggests that ELME has a fair value of HIDDEN per share in the Base Case projection. With shares currently trading at $2.02, this represents a potential HIDDEN relative to our calculated worth for Elme Communities.

Intrinsic Value
Current Price: $2.02
3Y+154.0%
5Y+173.0%
10Y-206.0%
3Y-100.0%
5Y-100.0%
10Y-100.0%
3Y+399.0%
5Y+883.0%
10Y-229.0%
3Y-15.0%
5Y-45.0%
10Y-47.0%
3Y-13.0%
5Y+14.0%
10Y-46.0%
3Y+13.0%
5Y-12.0%
10Y-6.0%
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Elme Communities Profit Bridge

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Revenue0.00
Cost of Goods Sold (76.60M)
Gross Profit-76.60M
Operating Expenses (45.61M)
Operating Income-122.21M
Interest Expense (31.95M)
Other Income/Expense-31.95M
Pretax Income-154.16M
Income Tax (0.00)
Net Income-154.16M
Net Income
-154.16M

Profitability Analysis

0.00%
Gross Profit Margin
-100%
3Y-100.0%
5Y-100.0%
10Y-100.0%
0.00%
Operating Profit Margin
-100%
3Y-100.0%
5Y-100.0%
10Y-100.0%
0.00%
Net Profit Margin
-100%
3Y-100.0%
5Y-100.0%
10Y-100.0%
-64.53%
Return on Equity
5227%
3Y+2541.0%
5Y+5335.0%
10Y-668.0%
-7.29%
Return on Assets
927%
3Y+342.0%
5Y+1021.0%
10Y-238.0%
-15.23%
Return on Invested Capital
-1260%
3Y+15997.0%
5Y+14458.0%
10Y-286.0%
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Elme Communities Cash Conversion Engine

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Net Income-154.16M
Depreciation & Amortization78.16M
Stock-Based Compensation5.35M
Change in Working Capital0.00
Others132.89M
Capital Expenditures0.00
Free Cash Flow62.24M

Cash Flow Quality Analysis

FCF Conversion Rate

-40.4%

Negative free cash flow despite positive earnings raises concerns about cash generation ability or heavy capital requirements.

FCF Growth Trend

-34.5%

Significant FCF decline raises concerns. Urgent review needed of operational performance and capital allocation.

Working Capital Impact

+$0.00

Neutral working capital impact. Changes in current assets and liabilities balanced out.

Cash Flow Quality Insight

Deteriorating cash generation: Both declining FCF and weak conversion rate signal fundamental challenges. Investigate margin pressure, rising costs, or working capital issues.

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Elme Communities Funding & Solvency Profile

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Cash & Cash Equivalents39.27M
Net Receivables0.00
Inventory0.00
Other Current Assets0.00
Total Current Assets39 M
Property, Plant & Equipment0.00
Goodwill & Intangible Assets0.00
Long-Term Investments0.00
Other Non-Current Assets0.00
Total Non-Current Assets0
Total Assets
585.23M

Financial Health Analysis

Debt-to-Equity Ratio

1.87x

Elevated leverage. Debt exceeds equity, which amplifies both gains and risks. Monitor debt servicing ability.

Working Capital

39 M

Strong working capital position provides significant operational flexibility and financial cushion.

Asset Composition

7% Current

Capital-intensive business with significant long-term investments in property, equipment, or intangibles.

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Elme Communities Street Expectations Map

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Wall Street analysts project that ELME stock may rise significantly over the coming 12 months. The consensus 1-year price target stands at 19.00, with estimates ranging from a low of 19.00 to a high of 19.00.

Lowest Target
19.00
840.59%
Consensus Target
19.00
840.59%
Highest Target
19.00
840.59%

The consensus 1-year price target stands at 19.00, with estimates ranging from a low of 19.00 to a high of 19.00.

Analyst Consensus Analysis

Upside Potential

+840.6%

Substantial upside potential. Analysts see significant value gap, suggesting the stock may be materially undervalued at current levels.

Analyst Agreement

0.0% spread

High analyst agreement. Narrow target range indicates strong consensus on valuation, suggesting clear investment thesis and predictable outlook.

Analyst Conviction

Very High

Strong buy conviction: High upside with tight consensus suggests compelling investment opportunity backed by analyst confidence.

Market Sentiment Insight

Rare opportunity: Exceptional upside potential with strong analyst consensus creates a compelling setup. The combination of significant price target premium and tight agreement suggests high-conviction undervaluation that may attract institutional capital.

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Elme Communities Insider Positioning

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During the last 12 months, insiders have sold $11K worth of ELME shares, with no buying activity reported.

3 Months

Bought

0

0.00

Sold

0

0.00

Net Activity

+0

+$0

3-6 Months

Bought

0

0.00

Sold

0

0.00

Net Activity

+0

+$0

6-9 Months

Bought

0

0.00

Sold

0

0.00

Net Activity

+0

+$0

9-12 Months

Bought

0

0.00

Sold

673

10.96K

Net Activity

-11K

-$11K

Top Buyers

No buying activity

Top Sellers

1
BTM

Butcher Tiffany Michelle

Officer: Evp & Coo

673 sharesโ€ข1 transactions

$11K

Insider Activity Analysis

Net Insider Sentiment

Bearish

Strong bearish signal with $11K net selling. Heavy insider selling may indicate concerns about valuation or near-term prospects.

Buy/Sell Ratio

0.00:1

Very poor ratio. Heavy selling with minimal buying suggests insiders may be concerned about valuation or outlook.

Insider Participation

High Selling

1 insider sellers vs. 0 buyers. Widespread selling across multiple insiders may signal concerns.

729.85%
Dividend Yield
70071%
3Y+76493.0%
5Y+52230.0%
10Y+74253.0%
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elme Dividend History

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10Y CAGR +48%
Latest $14.67
Annual $15.21
5 year growth trend
Last Period: +8050%