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Why Prologis (PLD) is a Top Stock for the Long-Term

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Focus List Spotlight: Prologis (PLD - Free Report)

Prologis, Inc. is a leading industrial real estate investment trust (REIT) that acquires, develops, operates and manages industrial real estate space in the Americas, Asia and Europe. The company principally targets investments in distribution facilities for customers who are engaged in global trade and depend on efficient movement of goods through the global supply chain.

Since being added to the Focus List on June 3, 2020 at $95.46 per share, shares of PLD have increased 17.44% to $112.11. The stock is currently a #3 (Hold) on the Zacks Rank.

Seven analysts revised their earnings estimate upwards in the last 60 days for fiscal 2023. The Zacks Consensus Estimate has increased $0.01 to $5.60. PLD boasts an average earnings surprise of 3.9%.

Additionally, PLD's earnings are expected to grow 8.5% for the current fiscal year.

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