Margins and returns computed from annual filings. Falling shares outstanding = buybacks; rising = dilution. Net debt = debt − cash (negative = net cash).

P / E vs its own history

W. P. Carey Inc. trades at about 28.7× earnings — below its 10-year norm (10-year range 12.2×–42.9×, median 35.4×).

12.2× 42.9×

Shaded band = 10-year range (12.2×–42.9×); dot = today's 28.7×.

Historical P/E = month-end price near each fiscal year-end ÷ that year's EPS. A read on whether the stock is cheap or dear relative to how it has typically been valued — not a forecast.

Key ratios (by fiscal year)

Ratio	FY2025	FY2024	FY2023	FY2022	FY2021	FY2020	FY2019	FY2018	FY2017	FY2016
Net margin	27.2%	29.1%	40.7%	40.5%	30.8%	37.7%	24.8%	46.5%	32.7%	28.4%
Return on assets	2.6%	2.6%	3.9%	3.3%	2.6%	3.1%	2.2%	2.9%	3.4%	3.2%
Return on equity	5.7%	5.5%	8.1%	6.7%	5.4%	6.6%	4.4%	6.0%	8.1%	7.8%
Debt / equity	1.07×	0.95×	0.94×	0.87×	0.90×	0.97×	0.87×	0.93×	1.25×	1.30×

Computed from company filings · US · as of 2025-12-31. Facts plus Stocktoria's own computed scores — not investment advice.