Medical Properties Trust, Inc.
MPWMedical Properties Trust, Inc. (MPW) is a real estate investment trust (REIT) that specializes in acquiring and developing healthcare facilities, primarily hospital properties. Founded in 2003, the company focuses on lease arrangements with healthcare providers and operates a diversified portfolio of hospital and healthcare-related properties across the United States and internationally. MPW aims to generate stable, income-driven returns through its investments in the healthcare sector.
Dividend History
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 8, 2026 | $0.09 | 2025-12-11 | 2025-12-11 |
| October 9, 2025 | $0.08 | 2025-09-11 | 2025-09-11 |
| July 17, 2025 | $0.08 | 2025-06-18 | 2025-06-18 |
| April 10, 2025 | $0.08 | 2025-03-10 | 2025-03-10 |
| January 9, 2025 | $0.08 | 2024-12-12 | 2024-12-12 |
Dividends Summary
- Consistent Payer: Medical Properties Trust, Inc. has rewarded shareholders with 82 dividend payments over the past 21 years.
- Total Returned Value: Investors who held MPW shares during this period received a total of $18.08 per share in dividend income.
- Latest Payout: The most recent dividend of $0.09/share was paid 15 days ago, on January 8, 2026.
- Yield & Schedule: MPW currently pays dividends quarterly with an annual yield of 6.48%.
- Dividend Growth: Since 2005, the dividend payout has decreased by 47.1%, from $0.17 to $0.09.
- Dividend Reliability: MPW has maintained or increased its dividend for 6 consecutive payments.
Company News
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Medical Properties Trust, a healthcare REIT, is rebuilding its financial health after facing tenant bankruptcies and debt challenges. The company has replaced troubled tenants, strengthened its balance sheet, and is now raising its dividend by 12%, offering a 7% yield.
Medical Properties Trust has overcome significant financial challenges by replacing troubled tenants, selling assets, and securing new debt funding. The REIT is positioned to potentially increase its dividend in 2026 after experiencing substantial cuts in recent years.
Medical Properties Trust, a healthcare REIT, has overcome significant challenges from tenant bankruptcies and rising interest rates, successfully replacing its largest tenant and positioning itself for potential growth with a stable dividend.
Medical Properties Trust, a REIT owning 393 hospitals across nine countries, has experienced significant stock price and dividend cuts. Despite a high 7.4% dividend yield, the company faces challenges with tenant stability and potential growth limitations.
