DEA Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
DEA - Easterly Government Properties, Inc.
$22.46
-0.21 (-0.91%)
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5d:
+1.64%
30d:
-2.84%
90d:
-9.09%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 27, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 26, 2026
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: DEA trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -13.2% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: DEA trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -13.2% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$26.29
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$16.32
Trading above historical range
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: DEA is currently trading at $22.46, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $22.25 to $23.25. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 42.0) compared to its historical average (64.2). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 13.2% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, DEA is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $21.42, while resistance sits at $23.60.
Market Sentiment: DEA scores 72/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (3th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $25.21 (+11.2%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, DEA is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $21.42, while resistance sits at $23.60.
Market Sentiment: DEA scores 72/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (3th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $25.21 (+11.2%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$22.25 -
$23.25
Company Quality Score
59/100
(HOLD)
Options IV Signal
3th percentile
(COMPLACENCY WARNING)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
90.4%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 3th percentile)
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (72/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($25.21)
- BULLISH: Bottoming setup score 72/100 — corrected, stabilizing, and turning up
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$22.25 -
$23.25
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$0.80
(3.5%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$21.42
Resistance Level
$23.60
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
Oct 27, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
41.98
Wall Street Target
$25.21
(+11.2%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
9.2%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-31.3%
Profit Margin
2.8%
Valuation Discount vs History
-13.2% cheaper
PE vs Historical
42.0 vs 64.2
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-13.2%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$20.40
(-10%)
2-Year Target
$18.36
(-19%)
3-Year Target
$16.53
(-27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 42→64)
$25.27
(+12%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 42.0, Growth: 89.5%)
$76.51
(+238%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 19.9, Growth: 89.5%)
$36.19
(+60%)
Bear:
(PE: 16.9, Growth: 89.5%)
$30.77
(+36%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (80x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (42x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 79.86 | Current EPS (TTM): $0.29
Bull Case
$47.44
(+109%)
Analyst growth 86.2%, PE expands to 87.9
Base Case
$43.13
(+90%)
Market implied 86.2%, PE stable at 79.9
Bear Case
$15.75
(-31%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 67.9
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 42.0 to 64.2
Stabilization Target:
$34.67
(+52.9%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+52.9%
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Last updated: October 28, 2026 10:19 AM ET
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