Essex Property Trust, Inc. announced it will release its second quarter 2026 earnings after the market closes on Wednesday, July 29, 2026. A conference call with senior management is scheduled for Thursday, July 30, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. Pacific Time or 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time to discuss the results.

The conference call is open to all interested parties. Participants can access the live webcast by visiting www.essex.com and navigating to the Investors section for the second quarter earnings webcast. Alternatively, listeners may join via phone by dialing the toll-free number (877) 407-0784 or the international line (201) 689-8560; no passcode is required.

Replay Availability

A rebroadcast of the live call will be available for 30 days online and 7 days digitally. To access the online replay, investors should visit www.essex.com and select the second quarter earnings webcast under the Investors section. For digital access, dial (844) 512-2921 and enter Replay Pin Number 13761419.

Company Overview

Essex Property Trust, Inc., an S&P 500 company, operates as a fully integrated real estate investment trust (REIT). The firm acquires, develops, redevelops, and manages multifamily residential properties in selected West Coast markets. Essex currently holds ownership interests in 259 apartment communities, comprising over 63,000 apartment homes, with one additional property in active development.

Raymond James analyst Buck Horne upgraded Essex Property Trust to Outperform from Market Perform and announced a $320 price target. This rating change signals increased confidence in the real estate investment trust's ability to outperform sector averages. Separately, Evercore ISI Group analyst Steve Sakwa maintained an Outperform rating on Essex Property Trust and raised the price target from $296 to $297. Essex Property Trust shares closed at $285.57 on Thursday.

Rating and Price Action

The shift to Outperform by Raymond James reflects a revised valuation outlook that exceeds the firm's prior Market Perform stance. The new $320 target provides investors with a specific benchmark for potential price appreciation. Evercore ISI's adjustment of its target to $297 reinforces the positive sentiment surrounding the stock.

Analyst Perspective

Buck Horne's adjustment highlights an updated assessment of Essex Property Trust's intrinsic value and operational performance. The revised targets come as market participants evaluate the company's portfolio positioning within the current economic landscape.