CUZ 📈 Cousins Properties - Overview

Exchange: NYSE • Country: United States • Currency: USD • Type: Common Stock • ISIN: US2227955026

CUZ: Office Buildings, Real Estate Investments, Leasing Services

Cousins Properties Incorporated, listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol CUZ, operates as a fully integrated, self-administered, and self-managed real estate investment trust. This structure allows the company to maintain control over its operations, from development and acquisition to leasing and management, thereby maximizing efficiency and returns on investment. Headquartered in Atlanta, the company leverages its operating partnership, Cousins Properties LP, to focus on high-quality, Class A office buildings situated in the Sun Belt region, an area known for its robust economic growth and favorable business climate.

With a history spanning over six decades, having been founded in 1958, Cousins Properties has established itself as a seasoned player in the real estate sector. The company's longevity and success can be attributed to its deep understanding of the market and its ability to create value for shareholders through strategic development, acquisition, and management of premium real estate assets. This expertise enables Cousins to identify and capitalize on opportunities that align with its growth objectives, ensuring a strong portfolio that attracts and retains high-quality tenants.

The company's strategic approach is multifaceted, combining a straightforward operational platform with a focus on acquiring and developing trophy assets—properties that are highly sought after due to their prime locations, architectural significance, and potential for long-term appreciation in value. Additionally, Cousins employs an opportunistic investment strategy, allowing it to adapt to market fluctuations and seize advantageous deals that may arise from time to time. This balanced approach enables the company to navigate the complexities of the real estate market effectively, positioning itself for sustained growth and profitability.

Cousins Properties Incorporated can be further identified by its ISIN, US2227955026, and is classified under the common stock category. Within the Global Industry Classification Standard (GICS), it falls under the Diversified REITs sub-industry, reflecting its diversified portfolio and broad investment scope. For more detailed information about the company, including its financial reports, corporate governance, and sustainability initiatives, one can visit its official website at https://www.cousins.com.

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CUZ Stock Overview

Market Cap in USD 5,052m
Sector Real Estate
Industry REIT - Office
GiC Sub-Industry Diversified REITs
IPO / Inception 1990-03-26

CUZ Stock Ratings

Growth 5y -4.75%
Fundamental 15.0%
Dividend 61.0%
Rel. Strength Industry 415
Analysts 3.58/5
Fair Price Momentum 30.29 USD
Fair Price DCF 45.93 USD

CUZ Dividends

Dividend Yield 12m 4.23%
Yield on Cost 5y 3.90%
Annual Growth 5y 2.49%
Payout Consistency 88.8%

CUZ Growth Ratios

Growth Correlation 3m 35.1%
Growth Correlation 12m 81.6%
Growth Correlation 5y -37.9%
CAGR 5y -1.64%
CAGR/Mean DD 5y -0.06
Sharpe Ratio 12m 1.06
Alpha 2.34
Beta 1.21
Volatility 28.05%
Current Volume 3984.8k
Average Volume 20d 1506.8k
What is the price of CUZ stocks?
As of December 22, 2024, the stock is trading at USD 30.24 with a total of 3,984,800 shares traded.
Over the past week, the price has changed by -1.31%, over one month by -2.77%, over three months by +4.17% and over the past year by +33.30%.
Is Cousins Properties a good stock to buy?
Neither. Based on ValueRay Fundamental Analyses, Cousins Properties is currently (December 2024) neither a good nor a bad stock to buy. It has a ValueRay Fundamental Rating of 15.03 and therefor a neutral outlook according to the companies health.
Based on ValueRays Analyses, Dividends and Discounted-Cash-Flow, the Fair Value of CUZ as of December 2024 is 30.29. This means that CUZ is currently overvalued and has a potential downside of 0.17%.
Is CUZ a buy, sell or hold?
Cousins Properties has received a consensus analysts rating of 3.58. Therefor, it is recommend to hold CUZ.
  • Strong Buy: 4
  • Buy: 3
  • Hold: 3
  • Sell: 0
  • Strong Sell: 2
What are the forecast for CUZ stock price target?
According to ValueRays Forecast Model, CUZ Cousins Properties will be worth about 33 in December 2025. The stock is currently trading at 30.24. This means that the stock has a potential upside of +9.16%.
Issuer Forecast Upside
Wallstreet Target Price 30.8 1.9%
Analysts Target Price 24.9 -17.7%
ValueRay Target Price 33 9.2%