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1. AvalonBay Communities, Inc. (NYSE:AVB)

On June 16, 2026, Truist raised its price target on AvalonBay Communities, Inc. (NYSE:AVB) to $202 from $201 and kept a Buy rating. Truist adjusted its model with expectations for 1.3% year-over-year same-store revenue growth in 2026 and 3.9% expense growth, resulting in 0.2% same-store net operating income growth. The firm said this is consistent with management’s down 0.7% to up 1.3% guidance range.

On June 10, Mizuho raised its price target on AvalonBay to $192 from $189 and kept a Neutral rating. Mizuho adjusted targets in the apartment real estate investment trust group, saying an improved macro backdrop and “supportive” private market data have raised expectations. The firm said Sunbelt names should be near-term relative winners.

On June 8, Evercore ISI raised its price target on AvalonBay Communities, Inc. (NYSE:AVB) to $198 from $191 and kept an In Line rating after the annual NAREIT Conference.

AvalonBay Communities, Inc. (NYSE:AVB) is an equity REIT that develops, redevelops, acquires, and manages communities in leading metropolitan areas.

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