Medical Properties Trust: 50 Big-Dividend REITs, Down Big

Summary

  • Following Wednesday's earnings announcement, shares of Medical Properties Trust fell further (now down more than 30% ytd), despite the fact that its dividend payment keeps growing (it now yields 7.2%).
  • We share data on over 50 big-dividend REITs (that are down big) to provide perspective on where Medical Properties Trust currently sits relative to other REITs regarding important financial metrics.
  • Next, we dig into Medical Property Trust's business model, current valuation, dividend safety and the four very big risk factors the company is currently plagued by.
  • We conclude with our strong opinion on investing.
  • This idea was discussed in more depth with members of my private investing community, Big Dividends PLUS. Learn More »

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With interest rates higher this year, big-dividend REITs have been hit hard, particularly those with higher levels of debt. And one name that just sold off even harder (following its earnings announcement on Wednesday) is Medical Properties Trust (

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