Stock Pulse
Equity Residential (EQR) recently announced a 2.6% dividend increase, citing strong cash flow and a high-quality portfolio focused on affluent suburban areas [4], [5]. Despite this positive move, the company is not planning new apartment construction in 2025 due to unfavorable economic conditions, potentially impacting future growth [6]. EQR saw an 8.2% stock price jump following positive market sentiment [1], [2], but FFO per share estimates have been downgraded, suggesting uncertainty about sustained growth [1], [2]. While Q1 2025 operating results will be released on April 29, 2025 [3], the company faces challenges including increased rental unit supply and high-interest expenses [5]. The CFO also recently acquired a significant number of shares [9], which could be interpreted positively.