HST

Host Hotels & Resorts (HST), a leading lodging REIT, is highlighted as a stock to watch with a #3 (Hold) Zacks Rank and a B VGM Score. The stock has gained 12% over the past four weeks and received five upward earnings estimate revisions in the last 60 days, with the Zacks Consensus Estimate increasing to $2.19 per share. HST's strong Momentum Style Score of A and average earnings surprise of +5.6% make it noteworthy for momentum investors.

A comparison of two REIT stocks shows Host Hotels (HST) as the superior value option compared to CubeSmart (CUBE). HST has a stronger Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy) versus CUBE's #3 (Hold), better valuation metrics including a lower forward P/E ratio (11.37 vs 15.34) and PEG ratio (2.79 vs 6.65), and a higher Value grade (B vs D).

Zacks highlights three REITs with positive earnings surprise potential during Q2 2026 earnings season: Host Hotels & Resorts, Realty Income, and Simon Property Group. All three demonstrate strong fundamentals in their respective sectors (hotels, net lease retail, and shopping centers) with favorable Earnings ESP and Zacks Rank ratings, though headwinds from high interest expenses and tariff pressures are noted.

Zacks explains how its Style Scores (Value, Growth, Momentum, and VGM) work alongside the Zacks Rank to help investors select stocks with the best performance potential. The article highlights Host Hotels (HST) as a stock to watch, noting its #3 Hold rank with a B VGM Score and A Momentum Score, supported by upward earnings revisions.

Public Storage is expected to report Q3 2026 revenues rising 3.4% to $1.27 billion, but core FFO per share may decline due to elevated operating expenses and higher incentive compensation costs. While occupancy improved 30 basis points year-over-year and LA County rental restrictions expired, Sunbelt supply pressures and tough expense comparisons pose headwinds. The company's Earnings ESP of -0.23% and Zacks Rank #3 suggest no conclusive FFO beat is predicted.

American Tower (AMT) is expected to report Q3 2026 results on October 27 with year-over-year revenue and AFFO per share growth driven by 5G deployments, data center expansion via CoreSite, and strong leasing activity. However, DISH-related churn, higher refinancing costs, and lower services revenues may partially offset gains. The company's quantitative model does not predict a surprise beat.