COPT Defense Properties (CDP) — Stock Score Summary

COPT Defense Properties (CDP) has a MoatMap StockRank of 88/100 based on Quality (64/100), Value (41/100), and Momentum (66/100) factor scores. The current signal is STRONG BUY. COPT Defense Properties, a REIT specializing in properties leased to the US government, is a second-order beneficiary of the Energy Security Resurgence theme, as prolonged geopolitical conflict drives increased defense spending and national security focus. Its business model offers exceptional quality with long leases, high switching costs for specialized defense facilities, and the US government as a highly creditworthy tenant, providing a defensive and asymmetric opportunity in a volatile macro environment.

COPT Defense Properties is a real estate investment trust (REIT) specializing in the ownership, management, development, and acquisition of office and data center properties primarily leased to the U.S. government and defense contractors. The company benefits from a unique competitive moat derived from its focus on high-security, mission-critical facilities, which ensures long-term, stable rental income from creditworthy tenants. This specialized niche creates significant barriers to entry and contributes to predictable cash flows.

Key Financial Metrics

Price$31.81
Market Cap$3.7B
P/E (TTM)23.28
P/E (Forward)22.79
Price/Book2.38
Return on Equity10.4%
Return on Invested Capital5.7%
Debt/Equity162.81
Gross Margin57.8%
Operating Margin29.6%
Revenue Growth7.3%
Dividend Yield3.9%
Free Cash Flow$286M

COPT Defense Properties operates in the REIT - Office industry, part of the Real Estate sector (United States).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is COPT Defense Properties’s (CDP) StockRank?
MoatMap’s StockRank for COPT Defense Properties (CDP) is 88/100, with a Strong Buy signal. It is a composite of Quality (64), Value (41), and Momentum (66) factor ranks across MoatMap’s 15,000+ stock universe.
Does COPT Defense Properties have an economic moat?
COPT Defense Properties (CDP) has a Quality factor score of 64/100. The Quality factor combines ROIC, Piotroski F-Score, and leverage — the financial fingerprints of a durable competitive advantage. A Quality score above 70 typically indicates a company with the characteristics of a moated business.
Is COPT Defense Properties a buy, hold, or sell?
MoatMap’s current signal for COPT Defense Properties (CDP) is Strong Buy, based on a StockRank of 88/100. Signals are derived mechanically from the StockRank composite and should be one input among many — combine with your own thesis on management, competitive position, and valuation.
What sector is COPT Defense Properties in?
COPT Defense Properties (CDP) operates in the Real Estate sector, specifically the REIT - Office industry (United States).