Essex Property Trust, Inc. ESS NYSE

Essex Property Trust, Inc. (ESS) has shown moderate revenue growth over the past 3 years, expanding from $1.6B to $1.9B (average +5.8%/yr). Net income reached $672M, reflecting exceptional earnings expansion at +24.3%/yr on average. The net profit margin is 35.4%, which is exceptional. The company has maintained profitability in all 4 of the past 4 years, demonstrating a consistent earnings track record. The gross margin is 68.8% (high), with a +0.4pp trend over the period. With a $16B market cap and MOAT composite score of 76/100, the company has a strong competitive position.

Criteria proven by this page:

• GROWTH (83/100, Pass) — proving strong growth momentum
• PAST (100/100, Pass) — proving consistent earnings. Looking at the full 32-year history, the company was profitable in 32 of 32 years — a perfect long-term track record
• INCOME (100/100, Pass) — proves strong profitability and pricing power
• MOAT (76/100, Pass) — strong gross margins and market scale prove a durable competitive advantage

Overall SharesGrow Score: 73/100 with 4/7 criteria passed.