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OpenOpen$18.97
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Day lowLow$18.93
VolumeVol191,926
Avg volAvgVol569,122
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Mkt cap
$972.89M
P/E ratio
19.93
FY Revenue
$160.98M
EPS
0.95
Gross Margin
100.00%
Sector
Real Estate
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Whitestone REIT
Whitestone REIT shows firm upward price momentum over the past 3–6 months with the latest close near its 52-week high and above key moving averages. Fundamentally, the REIT combines double-digit net margins, positive earnings growth, and positive free cash flow with high leverage and very low liquidity ratios. Valuation appears demanding on free cash flow and enterprise multiples relative to earnings and cash generation, while short interest and news sentiment remain benign to moderately constructive.
AI summarized at 12:32 PM ET, 2026-04-03
AI summary scores
INTRADAY:68SWING:74LONG:63
Volume vs average
Intraday (cumulative)
−64% (Below avg)
Vol/Avg: 0.36×
RSI
84.57(Overbought)
Overbought (>70)
0255075100
MACD momentum
Intraday
-0.00 (Weak)
MACD: 0.00 Signal: 0.00
Short-Term
+0.25 (Strong)
MACD: 0.82 Signal: 0.57
Long-Term
+0.24 (Strong)
MACD: 1.03 Signal: 0.79
Intraday trend score
74.20
LOW57.20HIGH74.20
Latest news
WSR•12 articles•Positive: 7Neutral: 5Negative: 0
PositiveGlobeNewswire Inc.• Na
Whitestone REIT to Be Acquired by Ares for $1.7 Billion
Ares Management Corporation has agreed to acquire Whitestone REIT for $19.00 per share in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $1.7 billion. The deal represents a 12.2% premium to Whitestone's closing price on April 8, 2026, and a 26.5% premium to the unaffected share price prior to the sale exploration announcement. Whitestone's portfolio comprises 56 convenience-focused retail properties totaling 4.9 million square feet across high-growth markets in Arizona and Texas. The transaction is expected to close in Q3 2026, subject to shareholder approval.
The acquisition at $19.00 per share represents a significant 12.2% premium to the closing price and 26.5% premium to the unaffected price, delivering immediate and certain value to shareholders. The deal is unanimously approved by the Board and not subject to financing conditions, indicating strong fundamentals and attractive valuation for shareholders.
PositiveBenzinga• Na
Whitestone REIT Declares Second Quarter 2026 Dividend
Whitestone REIT (NYSE:WSR) announced that its Board of Trustees has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.1425 per share on common shares and operating partnership units for the second quarter of 2026, with a record date of June 17, 2026 and payment date of June 29, 2026.
The company declared a quarterly dividend of $0.1425 per share, demonstrating continued commitment to returning cash to shareholders. Dividend declarations are generally viewed positively as they indicate financial stability and management confidence in the company's cash generation ability.
Whitestone REIT announced it will release its fourth quarter and full year 2025 financial results on February 25, 2026, followed by a webcast and conference call on February 26, 2026 at 8:30 A.M. Eastern Time, led by CEO Dave Holeman.
The article is a routine announcement of earnings release and conference call details. While the company recently authorized a $50 million share repurchase program and received a $33.4 million settlement payment (positive indicators), the main article content is purely informational about upcoming earnings disclosure with no forward-looking statements or material developments that would warrant a positive or negative sentiment.
PositiveGlobeNewswire Inc.• Whitestone Reit
Whitestone REIT Acquires Primely Located World Cup Plaza in Frisco, Texas
Whitestone REIT has acquired the 90,391 square-foot World Cup Plaza in Frisco, Texas, strategically located near Toyota Stadium and positioned to benefit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The property is situated at a busy intersection and serves over 293,951 people with an average household income of $149,335.
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Sentiment note
The company is expanding its portfolio in a high-growth market, acquiring a strategically located property with strong potential for increased traffic and revenue during the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Whitestone REIT announced receiving an unsolicited, non-binding acquisition proposal from MCB Real Estate to purchase all outstanding shares at $15.20 per share. The company's Board of Trustees will evaluate the proposal in consultation with financial and legal advisors.
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Sentiment note
The company is objectively reviewing an unsolicited acquisition proposal without expressing strong positive or negative emotions
NeutralGlobeNewswire Inc.• David Mordy
Whitestone REIT Announces Third Quarter 2025 Earnings Webcast and Conference Call
Whitestone REIT will release its Q3 2025 financial results on October 29, 2025, followed by a conference call and webcast on October 30, 2025, led by CEO Dave Holeman.
WSRfinancial resultsconference callwebcastQ3 2025
Sentiment note
The article is a standard financial results announcement with no explicit positive or negative indicators, presenting routine investor communication about upcoming quarterly results
Whitestone REIT announced a monthly cash dividend of $0.045 per share for the fourth quarter of 2025, totaling $0.135 per share quarterly and $0.54 annually, with distributions planned for October, November, and December.
The company is maintaining consistent dividend payments, indicating financial stability and commitment to shareholder returns. The detailed dividend schedule suggests transparent financial planning.
PositiveThe Motley Fool• Jesterai
Whitestone REIT (WSR) Q2 FFO Jumps 217%
Whitestone REIT reported strong Q2 2025 earnings, with Core FFO per share of $0.26, beating analyst estimates by 216.7%. The company showed stable performance in its Sun Belt retail centers, with improved occupancy and rental rate growth, despite modest revenue and slower NOI gains.
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Sentiment note
Exceeded earnings expectations, increased Core FFO per share by 8.3%, improved portfolio occupancy to 93.9%, and demonstrated strong rental rate growth of 17.9%
PositiveGlobeNewswire Inc.• N/A
Whitestone REIT to Present at Nareit’s REITweek 2025 Investor Conference
Whitestone REIT, a community-centered real estate investment trust, announced that CEO Dave Holeman will participate in a 'Fireside Chat' at Nareit's 2025 REITweek Investor Conference.
The article announces Whitestone REIT's participation in an investor conference, which suggests the company is actively engaging with investors and is likely in a good financial position.
PositiveGlobeNewswire Inc.• N/A
Whitestone REIT Commences Transformation of Merchandising Mix at Davenport Village in Austin, Texas
Whitestone REIT is transforming Davenport Village in Austin, Texas, by bringing in Starbucks Reserve, Pvolve, RVE Fitness, and CUBExec to create an 18-hour activity hub that better serves the lifestyle needs of the surrounding community.
Whitestone REIT is transforming Davenport Village to create a vibrant, 18-hour activity hub that better serves the lifestyle needs of the surrounding community, which is expected to drive engagement, traffic, and increase the value of the property.
NeutralGlobeNewswire Inc.• N/A
Whitestone REIT Announces Tax Characteristics of 2024 Distributions
Whitestone REIT (NYSE: WSR) released the federal income tax treatment of its 2024 cash distributions to common shareholders. The distributions were classified as ordinary dividends, capital gains, and return of capital.
The article provides factual information about the tax treatment of Whitestone REIT's cash distributions, without any clear indication of positive or negative sentiment towards the company's performance or outlook.
Whitestone REIT (WSR) announced that it will release its Q4 2024 financial results on March 3, 2025, and host a conference call on March 4, 2025 to discuss the results.
The article is a routine announcement of Whitestone REIT's upcoming financial results release and conference call, which does not indicate any positive or negative sentiment towards the company.
News and sentiment labels describe article tone and are provided for research purposes only. They are not trading recommendations or forecasts.
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