Zacks Investment Research·Oct 27, 2026
Is the Options Market Predicting a Spike in Federal Realty Investment Stock?Investors need to pay close attention to FRT stock based on the movements in the options market lately.
Federal Realty's revenue grew from $296.1M in Q2 2024 to $339.0M in Q3 2026, with recent year-over-year growth of 5.0% to 10.3%, suggesting durable top-line momentum in its retail portfolio.
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Revenue growth of 5.0% to 10.3% and a NOI margin of roughly 67% to 71% suggest steady operating performance, though the Q4 2025 NOI margin of 9.1% appears to be a data or accounting anomaly that warrants investigation.
FRT owns and operates a portfolio of high-quality retail-based properties, primarily in major coastal markets like Washington D.C. to Boston, and in San Francisco and Los Angeles. This focus on desirable, supply-constrained markets is seen as a significant advantage, enhancing its market reach.
FRT boasts an impressive track record of 58 consecutive years of dividend increases, the longest in the REIT industry. This consistent dividend growth is a major draw for income-focused investors.
The company has shown consistent revenue growth, with a 6.36% increase in revenue for 2025, reaching $1.279 billion. Earnings also saw a significant increase of 40.51% in 2025, with Funds From Operations (FFO) projected to grow by approximately 5.9% for 2025.
Trailing total returns as of 11/9/2026, which may include dividends or other distributions. Benchmark is S&P 500 (^GSPC).
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| Quarter | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|
Q4 2026Latest Oct 30, 2026 | $0.74+3.9% vs $0.71 | $339M+0.7% vs $337M |
Q3 2026 Jul 31, 2026 | $0.97+35.1% vs $0.72 | $326M-1.8% vs $332M |
Q2 2026 May 1, 2026 | $1.82+162.2% vs $0.69 | $333M+0.2% vs $332M |
Q1 2026 Feb 12, 2026 | $1.51+104.9% vs $0.74 | $328M-0.3% vs $329M |
Investors need to pay close attention to FRT stock based on the movements in the options market lately.
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Federal Realty Investment Trust earns a Buy rating, trading at an attractive valuation with a solid margin of safety and long-term re-rating potential. FRT's diversified portfolio—80% retail, 10% residential, 10% office—boasts solid occupancy, strong tenant mix, and high rent spreads, with durable demand and pricing power. As the only REIT Dividend King, FRT offers a 4.3% yield with 59 consecutive annual increases, backed by a 61.7% payout ratio and robust Core FFO growth.
Benchmark FRT against direct peers instead of judging its metrics in isolation.
Key metrics vs top competitors for Federal Realty Investment Trust (FRT)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $112.58 | $9.73B | 22.11 | 6.35% | 32.6% | 12.42% | 4.01% | |
| $74.84 | $13.67B | 26.54 | 3.39% | 31.3% | 7.68% | 3.75% | |
| $25.52 | $17.21B | 22.82 | 5.06% | 34.06% | 7.16% | 4.15% | |
| $19.80 | $2.72B | 59.73 | 14.2% | 11.46% | 1.72% | 3.9% | |
| $228.42 | $74.07B | 16.37 | 6.72% | 63.09% | 75.99% | 0.59% | |
| $24.84 | $7.39B | -71.34 | 10.58% | -9.74% | -3.68% | 2.95% |
Federal Realty Investment Trust (FRT) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.
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Federal Realty Investment Trust (FRT) SEC filings — annual & quarterly reports (10-K, 10-Q)
Oct 30, 2026·SEC
Jul 31, 2026·SEC
May 6, 2026·SEC
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Federal Realty Investment Trust (FRT) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
Federal Realty Investment Trust (FRT) reported $1.35B in revenue over the trailing twelve months. Revenue was $1.28B in fiscal year 2025. That is 614% more than the $179.1M of fiscal year 1996.
Federal Realty Investment Trust (FRT) grew revenue by 7.7% over the trailing twelve months, compared with the twelve months before.
Yes. Federal Realty Investment Trust (FRT) earned $440.7M in net income over the trailing twelve months (a 32.6% net margin).
Yes. Federal Realty Investment Trust (FRT) pays a dividend that yields 4.01% at the current price, a high yield.
Federal Realty Investment Trust (FRT) had a return on equity (ROE) of 12.4% over the trailing twelve months. That is in line with the market's typical 10-15%.
Federal Realty Investment Trust (FRT) generated Funds From Operations (FFO) of $838.2M in the trailing twelve months. FFO is the primary profitability metric for REITs.
Federal Realty Investment Trust (FRT) offers a 4.01% dividend yield, which is attractive for income investors. REITs are required to distribute at least 90% of taxable income to shareholders.
