REITs, or Real Estatement Investment Trusts, are ownable equities that offer investors more options and flexibility. The risk-reward profile of real estate is relatively stable. What helps these investors generate the most income typically comes down to the real estate market’s performance. The housing market is considered “illiquid” since closing deals might take too long to play out fully. REIT securities may be bought and sold on major stock exchanges, operating similarly to an ETF, but with metrics that more closely mimic the kinds of individual stocks the fund or trust owns a portion(s) of.
Usually, s significant sum of money is required to invest successfully in real estate, limiting prospective buyers to a specific location. REITs, however, spare us the stress of that problem, and as I once described ETFs, the same idea more-or-less applies to REITs: It’s like investing in a portfolio we like, where all the picks are made for us already. Here’s something else: REITs are known for having impressive dividends, only one of several reasons that explain why it’s an attractive market space.
This looks like it’s among the best spaces to be in when looking for stability, not to mention upside potential with what one could consider undervalued or bargain pricing. The analysts say to buy and hold these tickers while we can:
American Tower Corp (AMT)
American Tower Corp (AMT) is a cell phone tower industry leader and part of a relatively small group of REITs that deal in telecommunications. AMT engages with cell service providers and TV and radio broadcasters involved in using its communication sites. AMT was founded in 1995 and is headquartered in Boston, MA. AMT’s positive reputation on Wall Street is well-earned. While AMT is down YTD, it has an attractive beta score of 0.57 and an Enterprise Value of around $141 billion. Over twelve months, AMT has reported $10.7 billion in revenue, at $3.84 per share, from which its net profit has been $1.77 billion (29.30% profit margin). AMT has a dividend yield of 3.02%, with a quarterly payout of $1.56 ($6.24/yr) per share and a payout ratio of 153.40%. AMT has a median price target of $244, with a high of $271 and a low of $224. This gives AMT a potential price upside of over 31%. Buy and Hold.
VICI Properties Inc (VICI)
VICI was founded in and is headquartered in New York, NY. VICI was established on July 5th, 2016, making it the youngest REIT on this list. Dealing primarily in entertainment-related properties, it has undoubtedly proven itself profitable. Hard Rock International, Caesars Entertainment, Century Casinos, and Penn National Gambling have leased space on VICI’s locations. With its 34 acres of new property next to the Las Vegas Strip, VICI is also the proud owner of four world-class golf courses.
VICI has a beta of 0.98 and a forward P/E ratio of 25.4x, both markers of what certainly looks like a safe choice, given its current price range. VICI has reported TTM revenue of $2.66 billion, from which it profited a net income of #1.2 billion, from a 42.01% net profit margin. With $1.84 billion in operating free cash flow, VICI shows YOY revenue and EPS growth of 106.70% and 114.60%, respectively. VICI has a dividend yield of 4.83%, with a quarterly payout of 39 cents ($1.56/yr) per share and a payout ratio of 118.11%. VICI has a median price target of $37, with a high of $43 and a low of $35, giving it a potential upside of 33% from its current price. Agreed on as being a safe portfolio choice, analysts say to Buy and Hold VICI.
Alexandria Real Estate Equities Inc (ARE)
ARE was founded in October 1994, and its headquarters are in Pasadena, CA. ARE has the most bruises among its peers, as the stock is down by 14.60% YTD and sits near the bottom of its 52-week range. ARE has a market cap of $21.4 billion, a beta figure of 0.96, and a 10-day average volume of 2.12 million shares. ARE reported trailing twelve-month revenue of $2.6 billion at $3.16 per share and is forecasted to report $657 million in sales for the current quarter. ARE has a dividend yield of 3.89%, with a quarterly payout of $1.21 ($4.84/yr) per share and an impressive payout ratio of 148.43%.
Although this range may be pricier, ARE can be seen as a bargain in the context of its previous pricing (which the chart, in this case, exemplifies well). Analysts have given ARE a median price target of $179, with a high of $198 and a low of $144. This projection represents ARE’s median price as a +43.89% increase over current pricing. Analysts are saying now is a good time; Buy and Hold.
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