Essex Property Trust, Inc. (ESS)

Sector: Real Estate|Industry: REIT - Residential|Market Cap: $18.93B|Employees: 1.8K


Essex Property Trust, Inc. is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust (REIT) primarily engaged in the ownership, operation, management, acquisition, development, and redevelopment of apartment communities located along the West Coast of the United States. The company focuses on major metropolitan areas with constraints on new supply and strong rental demand, giving them a competitive advantage in their key markets of Southern California, Northern California, and the Seattle metropolitan area.

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Financial Performance

Total revenues increased by 3.6% year-over-year to $426.9 million, primarily driven by a 3.6% increase in rental and other property income, which reached $424.2 million. This growth reflects strong demand for the company's apartment communities.

Net income increased to $285.1 million, compared to $161.6 million for the same period last year. This increase reflects improved operating performance and strategic financial management.

Interest expense increased by 9.6% to $55.9 million, primarily due to the issuance of $350.0 million in senior unsecured notes and other borrowing activities. This increase in debt reflects the company's investment in growth opportunities.

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