I'd pass on Altria (MO) because they do not add value to society in my eyes. When have cigarettes or any tobacco product cured some ailment? It's a moral issue for me.
Realty Income (O) is an excellent choice with it's high yield and very, very sustainable dividend. Debt levels are well under control and management is firing on all cylinders. Their real estate portfolio is extremely diverse and they have a very high occupancy rate. This is a huge part of their moat.
It was not mentioned here but also check out Agree Realty (ADC). Joey Agree and team are doing a stellar job managing their portfolio of properties and tenants. I recommend taking a glance, if not a deeper look, at their recent presentation.
The joy of REITs is that they are simple to understand in principle. They are landlords. They collect rent. They must pay out at least 90% of their income as dividends or they will be taxes themselves. When analyzing REITs it's important to understand the sustainability and growth prospects of their dividend. That's how you pick winners. Then you weed out the losers - those who can't sustain and grow the dividend. Weed out further by removing those without a moat. You will find the investable universe is small. 🙂
Never heard of APD I believe. Going to check on it, thank you.
Might be an attractive one!
Good list, some classic names in there!
We keep learning and exploring!
I'd pass on Altria (MO) because they do not add value to society in my eyes. When have cigarettes or any tobacco product cured some ailment? It's a moral issue for me.
Realty Income (O) is an excellent choice with it's high yield and very, very sustainable dividend. Debt levels are well under control and management is firing on all cylinders. Their real estate portfolio is extremely diverse and they have a very high occupancy rate. This is a huge part of their moat.
It was not mentioned here but also check out Agree Realty (ADC). Joey Agree and team are doing a stellar job managing their portfolio of properties and tenants. I recommend taking a glance, if not a deeper look, at their recent presentation.
https://filecache.investorroom.com/mr5ir_agreerealty/445/ADC%20Investor%20Presentation%20-%20May%202024.pdf
The joy of REITs is that they are simple to understand in principle. They are landlords. They collect rent. They must pay out at least 90% of their income as dividends or they will be taxes themselves. When analyzing REITs it's important to understand the sustainability and growth prospects of their dividend. That's how you pick winners. Then you weed out the losers - those who can't sustain and grow the dividend. Weed out further by removing those without a moat. You will find the investable universe is small. 🙂
Hi Boris,
I hear you regarding the ethical aspect for Altria. It's a fair point.
I hugely respect your opinion on REITS. Let's keep research them!
Nice work!
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