Ventas, Inc.
VTRVentas, Inc. (VTR) is a real estate investment trust (REIT) that primarily focuses on healthcare properties such as senior living communities, medical office buildings, and skilled nursing facilities. The company owns and leases a diversified portfolio of properties across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, serving healthcare providers and contributing to the healthcare infrastructure.
Dividend History
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 15, 2026 | $0.48 | 2025-12-31 | 2025-12-31 |
| October 16, 2025 | $0.48 | 2025-09-30 | 2025-09-30 |
| July 17, 2025 | $0.48 | 2025-06-30 | 2025-06-30 |
| April 17, 2025 | $0.48 | 2025-03-31 | 2025-03-31 |
| January 16, 2025 | $0.45 | 2024-12-31 | 2024-12-31 |
Dividends Summary
- Consistent Payer: Ventas, Inc. has rewarded shareholders with 91 dividend payments over the past 22 years.
- Total Returned Value: Investors who held VTR shares during this period received a total of $49.96 per share in dividend income.
- Latest Payout: The most recent dividend of $0.48/share was paid 8 days ago, on January 15, 2026.
- Yield & Schedule: VTR currently pays dividends quarterly with an annual yield of 2.52%.
- Dividend Growth: Since 2004, the dividend payout has grown by 79.4%, from $0.27 to $0.48.
- Dividend Reliability: VTR has maintained or increased its dividend for 23 consecutive payments.
Company News
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