Camden Property Trust

CPT

Market cap $10.6B

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HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Camden Property Trust (NYSE:CPT) (the “Company”) announced today that its first quarter 2026 earnings will be released after the market closes on Thursday, April 30, 2026. The Company will host a conference call on Friday, May 1, 2026, at 10:00 AM Central Time, which will include prepared remarks by management and a question-and-answer session. Camden's complete earnings release and supplemental data will be available in the Investors section of the Company's website a.

HOUSTON, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Camden Property Trust (NYSE:CPT) (the “Company”) announced today the following promotions and changes to the Company's senior leadership team: Alexander J. Jessett has been promoted to Chief Executive Officer and joined Camden's Board of Trust Managers. Laurie A. Baker has been promoted to President and Chief Operating Officer. Benjamin D. Fraker has been promoted to Executive Vice President – Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer. Richard J. Campo, Co-Founder o.

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Camden Property Trust remains a "Buy" as it reallocates capital from Southern California to the Sun Belt, capitalizing on depressed valuations. CPT is executing a counter-cyclical strategy, selling $1.5–$2 billion in assets to reinvest $1.1 billion in the Sun Belt and repurchase $650 million in stock. Despite near-term rent and occupancy pressures, CPT's strong balance sheet, 4.2% dividend yield, and prudent capital allocation support its investment case.

Camden Property Trust offers the best mix of value and growth among apartment REITs, with a focus on long-term Sun Belt market demand. CPT's disciplined capital allocation—low leverage, accretive share buybacks, and strategic asset sales—positions it to outperform peers despite near-term headwinds. Despite exposure to oversupplied markets, CPT achieved record FFO/share through high occupancy, expense control, and renewal rent increases.

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