Essex Property Trust (NYSE:ESS) is set to give its latest quarterly earnings report on Wednesday, 2026-02-04. Here’s what investors need to know before the announcement.
Analysts estimate that Essex Property Trust will report an earnings per share (EPS) of $2.48.
The market awaits Essex Property Trust’s announcement, with hopes high for news of surpassing estimates and providing upbeat guidance for the next quarter.
It’s important for new investors to understand that guidance can be a significant driver of stock prices.
Historical Earnings Performance
In the previous earnings release, the company beat EPS by $1.29, leading to a 1.07% increase in the share price the following trading session.
Here’s a look at Essex Property Trust’s past performance and the resulting price change:
| Quarter | Q3 2025 | Q2 2025 | Q1 2025 | Q4 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EPS Estimate | 2.68 | 3.99 | 3.92 | 3.90 |
| EPS Actual | 3.97 | 4.03 | 3.97 | 3.92 |
| Price Change % | 1.00 | -8.00 | 1.00 | 3.00 |

Market Performance of Essex Property Trust’s Stock
Shares of Essex Property Trust were trading at $248.46 as of February 02. Over the last 52-week period, shares are down 16.49%. Given that these returns are generally negative, long-term shareholders are likely upset going into this earnings release.
Analyst Views on Essex Property Trust
Understanding market sentiments and expectations within the industry is crucial for investors. This analysis delves into the latest insights on Essex Property Trust.
Essex Property Trust has received a total of 8 ratings from analysts, with the consensus rating as Neutral. With an average one-year …