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Walker & Dunlop

Walker & Dunlop Inc is a United States-based commercial real estate finance company. It is principally engaged in originating, selling, and servicing a number of multifamily and other commercial real estate financing products that are sold under the programs of Freddie Mac, Fannie Mae, Ginnie Mae, and the Federal Housing Administration. The company is managed based on three reportable segments: Capital Markets (CM), Servicing & Asset Management (SAM), and Corporate. The company generates a majority of total revenue from gains from mortgage banking activities and servicing fees. It conducts business solely in the United States.

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Reported Earlier, Walker & Dunlop Secures $121.5M In Equity And Debt For Ocean Gate Multifamily Conversion In NJ

Walker & Dunlop Facilitates $87.2M Acquisition Loan For 320-Unit Santa Fe Ranch In Coastal California

<a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walkerdunlop.com%2F&amp;esheet=54252815&amp;newsitemid=20250512455389&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=Walker+%26amp%3B+Dunlop%2C+Inc.&amp;index=1&amp;md5=1495e66b29aae4d37b0eaffd41071612">Walker &amp; Dunlop, Inc.</a> is celebrating the ground breaking of Parkside 5, the fifth and final phase of the Parkside at Old Town development, a 99-unit community located on the former Cabrini-Green public housing site in Chicago's Near North Side.
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Parkside 5 Groundbreaking. (Photo courtesy of Holsten Real Estate Development Corp.)
The Walker &amp; Dunlop affordable housing team, led by <a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walkerdunlop.com%2Fabout%2Fpeople%2Fjen-erixon&amp;esheet=54252815&amp;newsitemid=20250512455389&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=Jennifer+Erixon&amp;index=2&amp;md5=3497114b7444654b189ea95a93a6c8ae">Jennifer Erixon</a>, syndicated Low Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC) and Illinois Donation Tax Credits on behalf of the client, Holsten Real Estate Development Corporation. Walker &amp; Dunlop Affordable Equity syndicated the equity to JP Morgan, resulting in $22.6 million of equity to support the development. In addition to syndicating the credits, JP Morgan is also providing a construction loan for the project.
The funding will support the construction of a mix of market-rate and affordable units, with 37 of the units benefiting from a 20-year Section 8 Housing Assistance Payment (HAP) contract. These affordable units will be reserved for households earning 50% and 60% of the area median income (AMI) or less. "We are proud to support the continued revitalization of the Near North Side, helping to bring much-needed affordable housing options to the community while contributing to the broader transformation of the former Cabrini-Green site," said Jennifer Erixon, senior managing director of Affordable Equity Originations at Walker &amp; Dunlop. "Our partners at Holsten have allowed us to provide a valuable solution that meets our shared goals."
Parkside 5 will feature three 3-story walk-up buildings and an 8-story mid-rise structure with townhome units at its base. Planned amenities include a community room, fitness center, and onsite social services for residents. Additionally, a playground, and dog park, will be open to the community to position Parkside 5 as a vibrant, inclusive space for its residents and neighbors. The development will complement the existing phases of the Parkside at Old Town project, a key piece in the ongoing revitalization of the historic neighborhood.

Final Phase of Chicago's Cabrini-Green Revamp Breaks Ground With 99 New Homes, Backed by Walker & Dunlop

Walker & Dunlop Announced The Launch Of WDSuite, Its New Digital Experience Designed To Reduce Friction For Commercial Real Estate Professionals Throughout The Investment Lifecycle

"2025 began with continued improvement in transaction volumes and revenues, up 10% and 4%, respectively, from Q1 2024, as the US commercial real estate market began to transition from higher rates and dramatically lower transaction activity to the beginning of the next investment cycle," commented Walker &amp; Dunlop Chairman and CEO Willy Walker. "W&amp;D's Q1 GAAP net income was down significantly due to increased severance expense, fees associated with a corporate debt issuance, and credit losses that are normal for this time in the credit cycle. Adjusted core net income and adjusted EBITDA were down materially less, reflecting the strength of W&amp;D's business model and durable profit streams."
Walker continued, "There is a growing sense that the pent-up demand for financing and capital deployment in commercial real estate is going to drive transaction volumes higher over the coming months and years. The initial deregulatory changes at HUD and the GSEs are welcome, and it is our assumption that the Trump Administration continues to work on getting short and long-term interest rates down. W&amp;D will continue to invest in our Capital Markets platform to meet our clients' growing needs and expand as the next cycle takes off. Our outlook for 2025, and our guidance, have not changed."

Guidance

Walker & Dunlop Reiterated FY25 Adj EPS Growth Of Flat To High Single Digits YoY, Adj EBITDA Growth Of Flat To High Single Digits YoY

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Walker & Dunlop Q1 Adj. EPS $0.85 Beats $0.69 Estimate, Sales $237.37M Miss $260.48M Estimate

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Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods analyst Jade Rahmani maintains Walker &amp; Dunlop (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WD#NYSE">WD</a>) with a Outperform and lowers the price target from $105 to $95.

Keefe, Bruyette & Woods Maintains Outperform on Walker & Dunlop, Lowers Price Target to $95

Walker & Dunlop Announced That It Arranged A $253M Construction Loan To Facilitate The Development Of The Pendry Nashville And Pendry Residences Nashville

A new SEC filing reveals that William Walker, Chairman &amp; CEO at Walker &amp; Dunlop (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WD#NYSE">WD</a>), made a notable insider purchase on March 6,.
What Happened: In a recent Form 4 filing with the <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001497770/000110465925021428//Archives/edgar/data/1497770/000110465925021428/0001104659-25-021428-index.htm">U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission</a> on Thursday, Walker increased their investment in Walker &amp; Dunlop by purchasing 17,500 shares through open-market transactions, signaling confidence in the company's potential. The total transaction value is $1,508,671.
Walker &amp; Dunlop shares are trading up 0.1% at $86.1 at the time of this writing on Friday morning.
<h3>Unveiling the Story Behind Walker &amp; Dunlop</h3>
Walker &amp; Dunlop Inc is a United States-based commercial real estate finance company. It is principally engaged in originating, selling, and servicing a number of multifamily and other commercial real estate financing products that are sold under the programs of Freddie Mac, Fannie Mae, Ginnie Mae, and the Federal Housing Administration. The company is managed based on three reportable segments: Capital Markets (CM), Servicing &amp; Asset Management (SAM), and Corporate. The company generates a majority of total revenue from gains from mortgage banking activities and servicing fees. It conducts business solely in the United States.
<h3>A Deep Dive into Walker &amp; Dunlop's Financials</h3>
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining Walker &amp; Dunlop's financials over 3 months reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 24.46% as of 31 December, 2024, showcasing a substantial increase in top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the company achieved a growth rate higher than the average among peers in Financials sector.
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Gross Margin: With a high gross margin of 45.79%, the company demonstrates effective cost control and strong profitability relative to its peers.
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Earnings per Share (EPS): Walker &amp; Dunlop's EPS is a standout, portraying a positive bottom-line trend that exceeds the industry average with a current EPS of 1.32.
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Debt Management: With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of 0.95, Walker &amp; Dunlop adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management.
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Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: Walker &amp; Dunlop's current Price to Earnings (P/E) ratio of 26.96 is higher than the industry average, indicating that the stock may be overvalued according to market sentiment.
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Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: A higher-than-average P/S ratio of 2.52 suggests overvaluation in the eyes of investors, considering sales performance.
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EV/EBITDA Analysis (Enterprise Value to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation &amp; Amortization): Walker &amp; Dunlop's EV/EBITDA ratio at 12.18 suggests potential undervaluation, falling below industry averages.
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Market Capitalization Analysis: Below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization reflects a smaller scale relative to peers. This could be attributed to factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
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Insider transactions should be considered alongside other factors when making investment decisions, as they can offer important insights.
When discussing legal matters, the term "insider" refers to any officer, director, or beneficial owner holding more than ten percent of a company's equity securities, as stipulated in Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This includes executives in the c-suite and significant hedge funds. Such insiders are required to report their transactions through a Form 4 filing, which must be completed within two business days of the transaction.
A new purchase by a company insider is a indication that they anticipate the stock will rise.
On the other hand, insider sells may not necessarily indicate a bearish view and can be motivated by various factors.
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Surveying the realm of stock transactions, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/investing-tools">investors</a> often give prominence to those unfolding in the open market, systematically detailed in Table I of the Form 4 filing. A P in Box 3 indicates a purchase, while S signifies a sale. Transaction code C denotes the conversion of an option, and transaction code A denotes a grant, award, or other acquisition of securities from the company.
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William Walker Takes a Bullish Stance: Acquires $1.51M In Walker & Dunlop Stock

Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods analyst Jade Rahmani upgrades Walker &amp; Dunlop (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WD#NYSE">WD</a>) from Market Perform to Outperform and maintains the price target from $105 to $105.

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Keefe, Bruyette & Woods Upgrades Walker & Dunlop to Outperform, Maintains Price Target to $105

The Company intends to use the proceeds from the transactions to reduce the outstanding principal amount under the existing senior secured term loan agreement, together with accrued and unpaid interest thereon, to pay related fees and expenses and for general corporate purposes. The closing of the transactions is subject to market and other customary conditions.

Walker & Dunlop Announces $400M In Senior Unsecured Notes, Refinancing Debt And Extending Loan Maturity To 2032

Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods analyst Jade Rahmani maintains Walker &amp; Dunlop (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WD#NYSE">WD</a>) with a Market Perform and lowers the price target from $120 to $105.

Keefe, Bruyette & Woods Maintains Market Perform on Walker & Dunlop, Lowers Price Target to $105

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Walker & Dunlop shares are trading lower. The company reported Q4 financial results.

The dividend will be paid on March 14, 2025, to all holders of record of the Company's restricted and unrestricted common stock as of February 28, 2025.

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Walker & Dunlop Boosts Dividend By 3% From $0.65 To $0.67 Per Share

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Walker & Dunlop shares are trading higher following a Q4 earnings beat.

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Walker & Dunlop Board Authorizes Repurchase Of Up To $75M Of Outstanding Common Stock Over Twelve-month Period

Walker &amp; Dunlop (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WD#NYSE">WD</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $1.34 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $1.22 by 9.84 percent. This is a 5.63 percent decrease over earnings of $1.42 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $341.45 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $311.66 million by 9.56 percent. This is a 24.46 percent increase over sales of $274.34 million the same period last year.

Walker & Dunlop Q4 2024 Adj EPS $1.34 Beats $1.22 Estimate, Sales $341.45M Beat $311.66M Estimate

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Earnings Scheduled For February 13, 2025

Press Releases

Walker & Dunlop Releases 2025 Student Housing Report

Walker & Dunlop Reports First Quarter 2025 Financial Results

Walker & Dunlop Launches Data-Driven Digital Experience To Enable Smarter Decisions

Walker & Dunlop Arranges $22 Million Equity for Chicago Community

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