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Emirates REIT (CEIC)DIFX:REIT 49 Net Margin % is 76.97% as of Dec. 2025, which is 21% below its 10-year median of 97.98. GuruFocus rates DIFX:REIT with a GF Score™ of 49/100 and a GF Value™ of $0.26 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 925 REITs companies, Emirates REIT (CEIC) ranks better than 97.08% on this metric.
The historical rank and industry rank for Emirates REIT (CEIC)'s Net Margin % or its related term are showing as below:
DIFX:REIT'
s Net Margin % Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -367.86 Med: 97.98 Max: 268.91
Current: 268.91
DIFX:REIT's Net Margin % is ranked better than 97.08% of 925
companies
in the REITs industry
Industry Median: 45.13
vs DIFX:REIT: 268.91
Emirates REIT (CEIC) (DIFX:REIT) Net Margin % Explanation
Although Net Income and Earnings-per-Share (EPS) are the most widely used parameter in measuring a company's profitability and valuation, it is the least reliable. The reason is that reported earnings can be manipulated easily by adjusting any numbers such as Depreciation, Depletion and Amotorization and non-recurring items.
But the long term trend of the net margin is a good indicator of the competitiveness and health of the business.
Emirates REIT (CEIC) Net Margin % Related Terms
Emirates REIT (CEIC) Net Margin % Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Emirates REIT (CEIC)'s Net Margin % can be seen below:
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
DIFX:REIT vs VICI, WPC, BNL: Net Margin % Comparison
For the REIT - Diversified subindustry, Emirates REIT (CEIC)'s Net Margin %, along with its competitors' market caps and Net Margin % data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
Emirates REIT (CEIC) Net Margin % vs REITs Industry
For the REITs industry and Real Estate sector, Emirates REIT (CEIC)'s Net Margin % distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Emirates REIT (CEIC)'s Net Margin % falls into.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Emirates REIT (CEIC) (DIFX:REIT) has a Net Margin % of 76.97% as of Dec. 2025. Net margin is the ratio of total net income to net sales. View historical data on Emirates REIT (CEIC) and its competitors. This is 21% below median its historical median of 97.98. According to the industry distribution chart, Emirates REIT (CEIC) ranks #27 out of 925 companies in the REITs industry, placing it in the top 2.9%.
Is Emirates REIT (CEIC)'s Net Margin % too high?
Emirates REIT (CEIC)'s current Net Margin % of 76.97% is 21% below median its 10-year median of 97.98. The REITs industry median Net Margin % is 45.13. Emirates REIT (CEIC)'s value of 76.97% is 70.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Emirates REIT (CEIC) ranks #27 out of 925 companies in the REITs industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Emirates REIT (CEIC) has a GF Score™ of 49/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Emirates REIT (CEIC)'s Net Margin % compare to VICI and WPC?
According to the REITs industry distribution chart, Emirates REIT (CEIC) ranks #27 out of 925 companies for Net Margin %. This places Emirates REIT (CEIC) in the top 3% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Net Margin % is 45.13. Emirates REIT (CEIC)'s value of 76.97% is 70.6% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 97.98 vs. the industry median of 45.13, Emirates REIT (CEIC) has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Net Margin % for a REITs company?
The median Net Margin % among REITs companies is 45.13, based on 925 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Net Margin % significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Net Margin % should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Emirates REIT (CEIC)'s current Net Margin % of 76.97% is 70.6% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Net Margin % mean?
A high Net Margin % can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Net margin is the ratio of total net income to net sales. View historical data on Emirates REIT (CEIC) and its competitors. For the REITs industry, the median Net Margin % is 45.13 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Emirates REIT (CEIC)'s current Net Margin % is 76.97%, which is 21% below median its own 10-year median of 97.98. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Emirates REIT (CEIC) stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Emirates REIT (CEIC) (DIFX:REIT) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $0.26, compared to a current price of $0.63 — trading 142.7% above its estimated fair value. The current Net Margin % is 76.97%, which is 21% below median its 10-year median of 97.98 and 70.6% above the REITs industry median of 45.13. Emirates REIT (CEIC)'s overall GF Score™ is 49/100 with 4 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Net Margin % calculated?
Net Margin % is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Emirates REIT (CEIC) (DIFX:REIT), the current Net Margin % is 76.97% as of Dec. 2025. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is Emirates REIT (CEIC) (DIFX:REIT) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Emirates REIT (CEIC) stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $0.63 is trading 142.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of $0.26.
GuruFocus considers Emirates REIT (CEIC) to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for DIFX:REIT:
Net Margin %: 76.97% (21% below median its 10-year median of 97.98)
GF Value™: $0.26 vs. price of $0.63 (142.7% above fair value)
Industry Position: 70.6% above the REITs median (#27 of 925)
No single metric tells the full story. See the DIFX:REIT stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Emirates REIT (CEIC) PLC is a closed-ended investment company with a mandate to invest in a diversified portfolio of Shari'a-compliant real estate properties. The Investment objective of the company is to provide shareholders with a Shari'a-compliant income by maintaining a stable dividend distribution and increasing shareholder value through accretive acquisitions, active asset management, and capital appreciation. The property portfolio of the company Index Tower, Loft Offices, Building 24, Indigo 7, European Business Centre, Index Mall, Lycee Francais Jean Mermoz, GEMS World Academy, and Durham School Dubai.
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