COPT Defense Properties
CDPReal EstateNASDAQREIT - Office · Last scanned Oct 26, 2026
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Daily timeframeCOPT Defense Properties, an S&P MidCap 400 Company, is a self-managed REIT focused on owning, operating and developing properties in locations proximate to, or sometimes containing, key U.S. The $3.93B market capitalization puts CDP squarely in mid-cap range for its industry. Government defense installations and missions (referred to as its Defense/IT Portfolio).
Market Cap
$3.93B
Beta
0.79
P/E (TTM)
23.56
P/E (Fwd)
23.24
EPS (TTM)
$1.44
EPS (Fwd)
$1.46
ROE
10.8%
ROA
3.4%
Cash
$24.2M
Total Debt
$2.64B
Free CF
$257.3M
52W Change
19.6%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where CDP stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the October 20, 2026 close, CDP finished 2.85% below its 150-day moving average ($33.70) and 0.24% below its 200-day moving average ($32.82). This snapshot is end-of-day data shown with a five-trading-day delay on the free plan; Premium members see readings from the latest close.
Is CDP overbought or oversold?
At the October 20, 2026 close, CDP's RSI(14) was 29.9, in oversold territory (below 30). The MACD histogram was positive, so short-term momentum leaned bullish at that close. These readings are historical, refresh daily after market close, and are not investment advice.
The company holds $24.2M in cash, though total debt stands at $2.64B. This level of leverage is common in the industry but worth monitoring as interest rate conditions evolve. Free cash flow comes in at $257.3M, providing flexibility for reinvestment, buybacks, or dividends. Consistent free cash flow generation is often considered a sign of operational health. ROE of 10.8% points to decent capital efficiency, indicating how much profit the company produces per dollar of shareholder equity. ROA of 3.4% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has been relatively flat, moving from $739.0M (2022) to $763.9M (2025).
COPT Defense Properties carries a heavier debt load relative to its cash position, which introduces financial risk that investors should weigh. It is important to consider these factors alongside broader market conditions and individual financial goals when reviewing CDP.