W.P. Carey Analysts Weigh In: 4 Experts Share Varying Opinions

Four analysts have expressed diverse opinions on W.P. Carey (WPC) over the past quarter. The table provides a summary of their recent ratings, highlighting changing sentiments over the past 30 days. The average 12-month price target is $64.25, with a high estimate of $67.00 and a low estimate of $61.00. Analysts have established price targets, indicating an average target of $64.25. Analysts have raised or lowered their ratings and price targets based on evolving market conditions and company performance.

Four analysts have expressed diverse opinions on W.P. Carey (WPC) over the past quarter, reflecting the dynamic nature of the real estate investment trust (REIT) sector. The table below provides a summary of their recent ratings and price targets, highlighting changing sentiments over the past 30 days.

| Analyst | Rating | Price Target ($) | Date |
|---------------|--------------|------------------|------------|
| RBC Capital | Outperform | 67.00 | July 2, 2025 |
| Evercore ISI | In-Line | 66.00 | July 2, 2025 |
| Barclays | Underweight | 61.00 | May 21, 2025 |
| UBS | Neutral | 63.00 | May 13, 2025 |

The average 12-month price target is $64.25, with a high estimate of $67.00 and a low estimate of $61.00. Analysts have raised or lowered their ratings and price targets based on evolving market conditions and company performance.

RBC Capital, led by analyst Brad Heffern, maintained its "Outperform" rating and increased the price target to $67.00 from $66.00, reflecting a 1.52% increase [1]. Evercore ISI Group, led by analyst Steve Sakwa, maintained its "In-Line" rating and raised its price target from $65.00 to $66.00, marking a 1.54% increase [1]. Barclays maintained its "Underweight" rating while raising the price target from $60.00 to $61.00, representing a 1.67% increase [1]. UBS adjusted its price target from $66.00 to $63.00, a decrease of 4.55%, while maintaining a "Neutral" rating [1].

The consistent adjustments in W.P. Carey’s (WPC, Financial) price targets reflect the market's dynamic perception of the company's financial performance and growth potential. Despite the mixed sentiments, the average brokerage recommendation is currently 3.0, indicating a "Hold" status [2].

W.P. Carey Inc is a real estate investment trust principally involved in the ownership of properties located in the U.S., Western Europe, and Northern Europe. The company's operations are organized into Real Estate and Investment Management segments, with the majority of its revenue coming from properties in the USA [1].

The company reported earnings per share (EPS) of $1.28 for the second quarter, a 9.4% increase year-over-year, and raised its full-year AFFO guidance to $4.87 - $4.95 per share, implying 4.5% growth at the midpoint [2]. The company's share price reached a new 52-week high during mid-day trading on July 30, 2025, following a stronger than expected earnings report [3].

References:
[1] https://www.gurufocus.com/news/3023421/rbc-capital-boosts-wp-carey-wpc-price-target-to-6700-wpc-stock-news
[2] https://finance.yahoo.com/news/w-p-carey-inc-wpc-072702742.html
[3] https://www.marketbeat.com/instant-alerts/wp-carey-nysewpc-hits-new-12-month-high-following-strong-earnings-2025-07-30/