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CUZ Stock Chart & Stats
$24.09
-$0.11(-0.37%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$24.09
-$0.11(-0.37%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$21.03 - $32.35
Previous CloseN/A
Volume246.88K
Average Volume (3M)1.64M
Market Cap
$5.23B
Enterprise Value$7.72K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$6.30M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$3.82B
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta0.80
Next Earnings
Jul 30, 2026EPS Estimate
0.08Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield4.03%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)-0.03
Shares Outstanding164,540,330
10 Day Avg. Volume1,274,135
30 Day Avg. Volume1,636,273
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-5.37
Price to Book (P/B)0.93
Price to Sales (P/S)4.36
P/FCF Ratio32.06
Enterprise Value/Market Cap<0.01
Enterprise Value/Revenue<0.01
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit<0.01
Enterprise Value/Ebitda<0.01
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$30.80Price Target Upside27.85% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering6
EPS Forecast (FY)0.07
Revenue Forecast (FY)$1.05B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Leasing Momentum & Rent Roll-upsSustained leasing strength and large rent roll-ups demonstrate durable demand for Cousins’ Class A Sun Belt product. Repeated positive re-leasing spreads and high quarter leasing volume increase NOI visibility, support multi-year cash flow growth, and reduce rollover risk given long weighted average lease terms.
Strong Capital Markets Access And BuybacksDemonstrated access to unsecured capital and successful bond issuance reflect investor confidence and lower near-term refinancing risk. The sizable credit facility plus active buybacks provide financial flexibility to fund accretive transactions and return capital, supporting long-term earnings per-share and strategic optionality.
High-quality Sun Belt Portfolio And Development OptionalityConcentration in amenity-rich Sun Belt markets and a large, recent-development weight create structural pricing power and embedded organic growth. A sizable land bank and liquidity position enable selective redevelopment and capital recycling, helping sustain long-term NOI growth amid constrained supply of modern office space.
Bears Say
Elevated Net Leverage (timing Risk)Leverage materially above the company target raises structural sensitivity to rising rates and limits financial flexibility over the medium term. While management expects asset sales to reduce leverage, execution timing is uncertain; sustained elevated leverage could constrain spending, increase financing costs, and stress covenant headroom.
Top-line Reset & Negative Free Cash FlowA meaningful TTM revenue decline and negative free cash flow indicate a structural reset in earnings quality and lower cash available for reinvestment or distributions. If this pattern persists, the company may need to rely on asset dispositions or external financing to fund growth and dividends, adding execution and liquidity risk.
Occupancy Below Historical Peaks; Lease Timing RiskOccupancy still below historical stabilized levels means some upside depends on lease start timing, not just signed volume. Lead-times on commencement and potential temporary cash flow dips from planned dispositions can depress near-term FAD and margin capture, making cash generation and payout sustainability more execution-dependent.
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CUZ FAQ
What was Cousins Properties Inc’s price range in the past 12 months?
Cousins Properties Inc lowest stock price was $21.03 and its highest was $32.35 in the past 12 months.
What is Cousins Properties Inc’s market cap?
Cousins Properties Inc’s market cap is $5.23B.
When is Cousins Properties Inc’s upcoming earnings report date?
Cousins Properties Inc’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 30, 2026 which is in 10 days.
How were Cousins Properties Inc’s earnings last quarter?
Cousins Properties Inc released its earnings results on Apr 29, 2026. The company reported -$0.15 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $0.061 by -$0.211.
Is Cousins Properties Inc overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Cousins Properties Inc’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Cousins Properties Inc pay dividends?
Cousins Properties Inc pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.32 which represents an annual dividend yield of 4.03%. See more information on Cousins Properties Inc dividends here
What is Cousins Properties Inc’s EPS estimate?
Cousins Properties Inc’s EPS estimate is 0.08.
How many shares outstanding does Cousins Properties Inc have?
Cousins Properties Inc has 164,540,330 shares outstanding.
What happened to Cousins Properties Inc’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Cousins Properties Inc reported an EPS of -$0.15 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of $0.061. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 2.197%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Cousins Properties Inc?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in CUZ
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Cousins Properties Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Strong Buy
Average Price Target:
$30.80 (27.85% Upside)
$30.80 (27.85% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
CUZ Sentiment 70%
Sector Average 62%
Sector Average 62%
Hedge Fund Trend
Decreased
By 792.8K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
17.11%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
4.03%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
4.90%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Cousins Properties Inc
Cousins Properties functions as a self-governing and fully integrated Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) based in Atlanta, Georgia. Operating via its partnership, Cousins Properties LP, the firm primarily focuses on investing in prestigious Class A office buildings situated across vibrant, rapidly expanding Sun Belt regions. Since its inception in 1958, Cousins has consistently delivered shareholder value through its profound expertise in the development, procurement, leasing, and administration of premium real estate holdings. Its overarching strategic plan is built upon a straightforward model emphasizing iconic "trophy" assets and astute opportunistic investments.
CUZ Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$30.80
▲(27.85% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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Ownership Overview
1.06% Insiders
27.04% Mutual Funds
0.09% Other Institutional Investors
43.28% Public Companies and
Individual Investors