Welltower Inc.
WELLWelltower Inc. is a real estate investment trust (REIT) focused on healthcare infrastructure, specializing in senior housing, assisted living facilities, medical offices, and other healthcare-related properties. Established to provide capital and expertise to healthcare property owners and operators, Welltower aims to deliver value through long-term, sustainable investments in the growing healthcare sector.
Dividend History
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 21, 2026 | $0.74 | 2026-05-13 | 2026-05-13 |
| March 10, 2026 | $0.74 | 2026-02-25 | 2026-02-25 |
| November 20, 2025 | $0.74 | 2025-11-10 | 2025-11-11 |
| August 21, 2025 | $0.74 | 2025-08-12 | 2025-08-12 |
| May 22, 2025 | $0.67 | 2025-05-14 | 2025-05-14 |
Dividends Summary
- Consistent Payer: Welltower Inc. has rewarded shareholders with 17 dividend payments over the past 4 years.
- Total Returned Value: Investors who held WELL shares during this period received a total of $11.13 per share in dividend income.
- Latest Payout: The most recent dividend of $0.74/share was paid 58 days ago, on May 21, 2026.
- Yield & Schedule: WELL currently pays dividends quarterly with an annual yield of 1.22%.
- Dividend Growth: Since 2022, the dividend payout has grown by 21.3%, from $0.61 to $0.74.
- Dividend Reliability: WELL has maintained or increased its dividend for 17 consecutive payments.
Company News
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