Stocks ticked slightly higher in early trading to begin the week’s final session. Despite a positive day yesterday, the major indices were on track for a negative week. Concerns over a more hawkish Fed have fueled losses over the past few days.
“We’re in a trading range market, and it’s going to be this way for some time,” said Stephanie Link, chief investment strategist, and portfolio manager at Hightower. “And it’s really because we just have so many unknowns to deal with.”
With so many looming question marks, many Wall Street pros predict that the focus could shift further from pricey growth stocks toward tickers that offer value and a reliable payout. But you don’t have to sacrifice growth for value and stability.
Today, we’re highlighting a real estate investment that should appeal to readers seeking value, growth, and a consistent payout. If you’re looking to unlock this powerful combination, look no further.
A real estate investment trust (REIT) is a company that owns, operates, or finances income-generating real estate. REITs allow investors to buy shares in commercial real estate portfolios, which were previously only available to wealthy individuals and through large financial intermediaries. REITs generate a steady income stream for investors but offer little in the way of capital appreciation.
To qualify for REIT status, a company must primarily own income-generating real estate for the long term and pay a minimum of 90% of taxable income in the form of shareholder dividends each year.
Virginia-based Apple Hospitality REIT, Inc. (APLE) owns and manages a portfolio of upscale hotels in the U.S., including 219 hotels located in 86 markets across 36 states.
Along with a strong recovery in domestic travel last year, APLE’s net income rebounded with gusto from a loss of $173.2 million in 2020 to $18.8 million in 2021. The company reported full-year 2021 revenue of about $934 million, compared to revenue of $602 million in 2020.
Barclays analyst Anthony Powell recently raised the price target on Apple Hospitality from $19 to $21 and maintained an Overweight rating on the shares. The analyst cited the company’s strong operating results, leading sub-sector dividend, and latest acquisition activity for the target upgrade. APLE garners a Buy rating and a median price target of $19, representing an increase of 15% from where the stock closed Thursday. The REIT rewards investors with an attractive monthly payout of $0.05 per share, which amounts to a 3.56% yield.
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