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.
| Price | $31.81 |
| Market Cap | $3.7B |
| P/E (TTM) | 23.28 |
| P/E (Forward) | 22.79 |
| Price/Book | 2.38 |
| Return on Equity | 10.4% |
| Return on Invested Capital | 5.7% |
| Debt/Equity | 162.81 |
| Gross Margin | 57.8% |
| Operating Margin | 29.6% |
| Revenue Growth | 7.3% |
| Dividend Yield | 3.9% |
| Free Cash Flow | $286M |
COPT Defense Properties operates in the REIT - Office industry, part of the Real Estate sector (United States).