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KIM·Kimco Realty Corporation

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After Hours
High
$25.21
Open
$25.13
Market Cap
16.78B
52W High
$26.07
Low
$24.70
P. Close
$24.88
P/E
27.20
52W Low
$19.76
Fwd P/E
28.73
DailyIQ Est.
$26.61
Technical Score (1D)
50
NEUTRAL
News Sentiment
77
BULLISH
UBS raised KIM’s price target to $29 from $26 and upgraded its rating to overweight, signaling a more bullish view on the REIT. The upgrade reflects UBS’s assessment of stronger fundamentals or market positioning, which could lift investor sentiment and increase demand for KIM shares in the near term. This change is likely to influence short‑term trading as investors adjust their expectations for the company’s valuation. KIM’s preferred shares, which have maintained investment‑grade ratings and a yield near 6.5%, provide a stable income backdrop that supports the company’s valuation amid rising rates. The solid balance sheet and asset‑coverage ratios underpin the credit quality of the preferreds, reinforcing investor confidence in the REIT’s financial health. The combination of a higher price target and attractive preferred yields positions KIM as a compelling option for income‑focused investors looking for resilience in a tightening rate environment. Traders should watch the upcoming earnings release for updates on rental income growth and property portfolio performance, as these metrics are central to UBS’s bullish thesis. Additionally, monitoring any changes to the preferreds’ credit ratings or dividend schedule will be key, as shifts could alter the income appeal and risk profile. Finally, keep an eye on broader market sentiment toward the REIT sector, as sector rotations could amplify or dampen the impact of the UBS upgrade.
Earnings Summary
Kimco Realty Corporation is a real‑estate investment trust that owns and operates open‑air shopping centers and mixed‑use properties across the United States, focusing on high‑demand suburban markets with strong demographic profiles. The REIT operates in the retail‑focused REIT sector, where stable occupancy and long‑term leases underpin cash flow generation. In the last four quarters, Kimco has delivered a mixed earnings pattern: EPS of $0.229 in Q4 2024 versus an estimate of $0.193, $0.184 in Q1 2025 versus $0.175, $0.184 in Q2 2025 versus $0.179, a miss of $0.188 in Q3 2025 versus $0.193, a strong $0.44 in Q4 2025 versus $0.187 and $0.46 in Q1 2026 versus $0.194, giving five earnings beats and one miss. Revenue has trended upward, rising from $521 million in Q4 2024 to $531 million in Q1 2025, falling slightly to $521 million in Q2 2025, then climbing to $531 million in Q3 2025, $542 million in Q4 2025, and $558 million in Q1 2026, indicating a steady top‑line growth trajectory. Historically, the company has shown consistent EPS beats except for the Q3 2025 miss, while revenue growth has been positive, reflecting solid rent performance and occupancy stability. Recent news highlights Raymond James’s price‑target lift to $29 from $26, citing resilient dividend yield and occupancy, and Wolfe Research’s buy upgrade based on strong rent growth; however, analysts note rising e‑commerce competition and a sizable debt load as potential risks. Investors should watch for rent‑growth data, lease‑renewal pipeline, and debt‑servicing metrics in the upcoming Q2 earnings, as well as any strategic moves to diversify tenant mix or reduce debt, since these factors will determine the REIT’s ability to sustain its dividend and navigate competitive pressures.

EPS

EstBeatMiss
$0.13$0.23$0.32$0.41$0.50Q1'25Q2'25Q3'25Q4'25Q1'26Q2'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q2'26$0.20 - -
Q1'26$0.19$0.46+136.6%
Q4'25$0.19$0.44+135.7%
Q3'25$0.19$0.19-2.6%
Q2'25$0.18$0.18+2.9%
Q1'25$0.18$0.18+5.1%

Revenue

EstBeatMiss
$515M$527M$539M$552M$564MQ1'25Q2'25Q3'25Q4'25Q1'26Q2'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q2'26$546M - -
Q1'26$548M$558M+1.8%
Q4'25$545M$542M-0.4%
Q3'25 - $531M -
Q2'25 - $521M -
Q1'25 - $531M -
Full Earnings BreakdownEstimates, actuals, guidance, and historical context
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Market Data

KIM Stock Snapshot

KIM is currently trading at $24.88, giving Kimco Realty Corporation a market cap of 16.78B and a P/E ratio of 27.2. Today's range spans $24.70–$25.21, with shares opening at $25.13 and moving up $0.00 (0.0%) from the prior close. DailyIQ's technical score sits at 50/100 (HOLD) with a news sentiment reading of 77/100.

Over the past year KIM has traded between $19.76 and $26.07 - the current price is +25.9% off the 52-week low and -4.6% from the high. 30 analysts cover the stock with a Hold consensus and a mean 12-month target of $26.35 (range $24.00–$29.00), implying upside of +5.9%.

Kimco Realty Corporation (KIM) has 16.78B in Real Estate market capitalization and is currently neutral on the technical dashboard: 50/100, HOLD, price $24.88 (in the upper portion of its 52-week range). Sentiment reads bullish at 77/100. (P/E: 27.2) In this tier, quiet accumulation often happens in HOLD phases - active managers who want to build positions without signaling do it here, where the price isn't trending and volume patterns are easier to hide. Annual range: $19.76–$26.07.

In neutral phases, large-cap Real Estate names like KIM are often where sector rotation debates play out quietly — at 16.78B in capitalization, the stock receives incremental allocation from funds reducing mega-cap exposure without the volatility of a small-cap entry. The 50/100 (HOLD) and bullish sentiment (77/100) at $24.88 (in the upper portion of its 52-week range) describe a stock that is being considered rather than avoided.