Argan lifts full year rental income outlook
Argan (ENXTPA:ARG) moved back into focus after reporting unaudited rental income of €166.2 million for the first nine months of 2026, alongside higher full year rental income guidance of at least €222 million.
That stronger rental line and higher guidance land against a mixed share price backdrop for Argan, with the stock down 7.3% on a 30‑day share price basis but up 9.3% over 90 days and delivering a 10.8% total shareholder return over the past year, a pattern that suggests improving momentum as investors weigh the upgraded outlook against longer term execution risks.
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Bulls see Argan’s higher rental guidance and investment grade rating as proof the rerating still has room to run. Bears point to recent revenue and profit declines. Which story does the valuation back up next?
Most Popular Narrative: 17% Undervalued
Argan’s most followed narrative pegs fair value at €81, above the last close at €67.1. This puts the rental upgrade in a wider merger story that hinges on execution rather than simple multiple expansion.
The planned merger with WDP to form a €13b+ logistics platform across eight countries, with a medium term ambition to reach €20b in assets, could widen Argan’s tenant base and deal pipeline, which may support rental revenue and EPRA EPS growth for the combined group.
The combined group’s target of about €700m per year of self financing capacity under the BLEND&EXTEND 2030 plan, together with Argan’s 3.9 million sqm French portfolio and 100% current occupancy, provides a base to add new projects and potential acquisitions that could support rental income and cash flow growth over time.
See why 1 investors see Argan as 17% undervalued.
Result: Fair Value of €81 (UNDERVALUED)
Still, the high 69.4x P/E and heavy reliance on WDP merger synergies and disposals mean any shortfall on integration or earnings could quickly challenge the 17% undervaluation story.
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