Clipper Realty

CLPR

Market cap $64.9M

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Clipper Realty is paying out a $0.095 per share quarterly dividend for a 9.5% dividend yield from a portfolio of New York multifamily properties. The 9.5% dividend yield is secure, supported by adjusted funds from operations of $0.20 generated during the recent second quarter. A possible NYC-wide rent freeze and the vacate at 250 Livingston present near-term risks. The extent of coverage and the stabilization of Prospect House provide a hedge.

Here at Zacks, our focus is on the proven Zacks Rank system, which emphasizes earnings estimates and estimate revisions to find great stocks. Nevertheless, we are always paying attention to the latest value, growth, and momentum trends to underscore strong picks.

Clipper Realty Inc. (NYSE:CLPR ) Q2 2025 Earnings Conference Call August 7, 2025 5:30 PM ET Company Participants Jacob Joseph Bistricer - Chief Operating Officer Lawrence E. Kreider - CFO & Secretary Lawrence Sava - Corporate Participant Operator Good day, and welcome to the Clipper Realty Q2 Earnings Conference Call.

Clipper Realty (CLPR) Q2 NOI Hits Record

Clipper Realty Inc. (CLPR) came out with quarterly funds from operations (FFO) of $0.2 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.15 per share. This compares to FFO of $0.17 per share a year ago.

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Clipper Realty Inc. (NYSE: CLPR) (the “Company”), a leading owner and operator of multifamily residential and commercial properties in the New York metropolitan area, today announced financial and operating results for the three months ended June 30, 2025. Highlights for the Three Months Ended June 30, 2025 Quarterly revenues of $39.0 million for the second quarter of 2025, up 5% from last year Quarterly income from operations of $10.1 million for the second quarter o.