JBGS

Based on JBG SMITH Properties's historical closing prices, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment. Past performance does not guarantee future results. This is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.

What does JBG SMITH Properties do?

JBG SMITH owns, operates, and develops mixed-use real estate — including office, multifamily, and retail properties — concentrated in and around Washington, DC. The company is known for its placemaking approach and serves as the exclusive developer for Amazon's HQ2 campus at National Landing in Northern Virginia.

Does JBGS pay dividends?

Yes, JBGS pays a regular dividend. As a REIT, JBG SMITH is required to distribute the majority of its taxable income to shareholders. Income investors should review the current payout and coverage metrics, which are available in the full UQS analysis for Pro members.

When does JBGS report earnings?

JBG SMITH reports earnings on a quarterly cadence, consistent with US-listed REITs. For exact dates and the most recent results, check the investor relations section of JBG SMITH's official website.

Is JBGS a good stock to buy?

UQS Score rates JBGS as Poor overall. Weak ratings across Quality, Moat, Growth, and Risk pillars reflect broad fundamental challenges. The Neutral Valuation rating suggests the market has priced in much of this weakness. Investors should review the complete pillar breakdown before making any decision.

Is JBGS overvalued?

The UQS Valuation pillar for JBGS is rated Neutral, suggesting the stock is neither significantly overpriced nor a clear bargain relative to its fundamentals. Given the weak underlying pillar scores, the current pricing appears to reflect existing headwinds rather than optimism about near-term improvement.

How does JBGS compare to its competitors?

Compared to peers like Piedmont Office Realty, Easterly Government Properties, and Postal Realty Trust, JBGS is more concentrated in the DC mixed-use market with a larger development pipeline. Competitors with government-leased or niche-focused portfolios may offer more predictable income streams. The full UQS comparison is available to Pro members.

What is JBGS's market cap bracket?

JBGS is classified as a small-cap stock. This places it in a tier where liquidity and analyst coverage can be more limited than large-cap REITs, and where share price can be more sensitive to sector-wide sentiment shifts.

Who founded JBG SMITH Properties?

JBG SMITH was formed in 2017 through the combination of The JBG Companies and Vornado Realty Trust's Washington, DC-area assets. Founding context and leadership history are publicly available through the company's investor relations materials.

Is JBGS a long-term quality investment?

From a long-term quality perspective, JBGS currently scores Poor on the UQS composite. Weak ratings across multiple pillars — including Quality and Moat — suggest the business lacks the durable competitive advantages typically associated with high-quality long-term holdings. The National Landing pipeline is a long-horizon factor worth monitoring.

What is the main competitive advantage of JBG SMITH?

JBG SMITH's primary differentiator is its role as the exclusive developer for Amazon's HQ2 campus at National Landing, combined with its deep concentration in Metro-accessible DC submarkets. However, the UQS Moat pillar is currently rated Weak, indicating this advantage has not yet translated into durable financial outperformance.

What sector does JBGS belong to?

JBGS operates in the Real Estate sector, specifically as a REIT focused on mixed-use properties including office, multifamily, and retail assets. Its portfolio is almost entirely concentrated in the Washington, DC metropolitan area.

Is JBGS a growth stock or value stock?

Based on UQS pillar ratings, JBGS does not fit cleanly into either category. The Growth pillar is rated Weak, limiting its appeal as a growth play. The Valuation pillar is Neutral rather than Attractive, so it does not present a clear value opportunity either. It occupies a challenging middle ground.

JBG SMITH Properties currently shows below-average quality metrics, suggesting challenges with profitability.

JBG SMITH Properties faces growth headwinds with declining or stagnant revenue trends.

JBG SMITH Properties presents elevated risk with concerns around leverage or financial stability.

JBG SMITH Properties trades at a reasonable valuation with decent earnings yield and FCF multiples.

JBG SMITH Properties operates in a highly competitive environment with limited sustainable advantages. The Moat pillar evaluates competitive advantages across five dimensions: Switching Costs, Network Effects, Cost Advantage, Intangible Assets, and Scale & Ecosystem. Sign in to customize moat ratings for JBGS.

The UQS (Unified Quality Score) for JBG SMITH Properties is calculated using a proprietary 6-pillar framework with 29 financial metrics. Each pillar evaluates a different dimension on a 0–100 scale, then combines into a single weighted score. Scoring thresholds are calibrated per sector. Momentum is an optional Pro toggle — without it, you get the 5-pillar / 25-metric core shown below.

Quality (25%) measures profitability and capital efficiency — ROIC, ROE, margins, GP/Assets, and FCF Yield.

Moat (25%) assesses JBG SMITH Properties's competitive advantages across switching costs, network effects, cost advantages, intangible assets, and ecosystem scale.

Growth (20%) tracks revenue trajectory and earnings momentum, combining historical results with analyst forward estimates.

Risk (15%) is inversely scored — lower leverage and strong balance sheet health result in higher scores.

Valuation (15%) measures whether JBG SMITH Properties is fairly priced using earnings yield, price-to-FCF, PEG ratio, and EV/EBITDA relative to sector peers.

Six investor-inspired presets are available, each with different pillar weights: Balanced, Buffett, Munger, Lynch, Cathie Wood, and Graham. The public score shown here uses the Balanced preset. Learn more in our FAQ.