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Public Employees Retirement System of Ohio purchased a new position in shares of American Assets Trust, Inc. (NYSE: AAT) during the undefined quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the SEC. The institutional investor purchased 56,918 shares of the real estate investment trust's stock, valued at approximately $1,405,000.
Acquisition of ~166,600 shares for a total transaction value of ~$3.7 million across execution dates of August 31, 2026, and September 1, 2026. The purchase size represents 1% of the total equity stake held before the filing.
American Assets Trust, Inc. is rated 'Hold' as shares trade near fair value, with execution risk tied to lease commencements. American Assets Trust's Q2 2026 earnings missed estimates, but management reaffirmed FFO guidance and expects stronger H2 results as signed leases commence. Leverage remains elevated at 6.7x net debt/EBITDA, but liquidity is ample and debt maturities are well-laddered, mitigating near-term financial pressures.
The indirect purchase involved ~100,000 shares at a weighted average price of $22.54 per share, representing an investment of ~$2.3 million. This transaction represents a size equal to 0.71% of the total equity stake held before the filing.
The indirect acquisition of 79,729 shares represents a capital commitment of approximately $1.8 million based on a weighted average price of $22.83. The executive traded shares equal to 0.57% of the indirect stake held before the filing.
The purchase of 50,000 shares was executed at $22.75 per share, representing an investment of ~$1.1 million. The transaction increased the total equity position by 0.36% while maintaining a substantial 23% ownership stake in the firm.
American Assets Trust (AAT) is technically in oversold territory now, so the heavy selling pressure might have exhausted. This along with strong agreement among Wall Street analysts in raising earnings estimates could lead to a trend reversal for the stock.
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