US manufacturing is in a recession, exacerbated by tariffs and global supply chain disruptions, with consumer spending and global demand also weakening. The labor market is softening, with job openings and hiring slowing, but layoffs remain stable, indicating potential recession risks. The inverted yield curve's un-inversion signals an impending recession, though the 10-year minus 3-month spread hasn't yet un-inverted.
Diversification is crucial; owning at least 10 REITs minimizes risk, but thorough research on each stock is essential to avoid significant losses. Alexandria Real Estate, Invitation Homes, Ladder Capital, and EastGroup Properties are rated as Buys due to their strong financials, growth prospects, and solid dividend yields. Alexandria Real Estate excels in life science properties, Invitation Homes in single-family rentals, Ladder Capital in mortgage loans, and EastGroup Properties in industrial real estate.
Uncertainty surrounds interest rate direction for the rest of the year, influenced by conflicting economic indicators and consumer sentiment. I highlight 2 stocks that are well-positioned for wherever interest rates may land this year. Capital Southwest is a well-positioned BDC with low expenses, a conservative investment strategy, a strong balance sheet, and consistent dividend growth.
The market has been very volatile in recent weeks. Some of my top picks have dropped quite a bit as a result. I give updates on two of my largest investments right now.
Market volatility is back, and it's taken down high quality stocks like Alexandria Real Estate. Meanwhile, lower interest rates benefit dividend stocks like Alexandria Real Estate and it's poised for strong returns and rebound in price. Alexandria Real Estate carries high-quality assets, strong operating performance, and potential for market-beating total returns.
Investing in commercial real estate that tenants can't operate without is a winning business model. Alexandria Real Estate's revenue slightly missed analysts' expectations in the second quarter while FFO per share surpassed expectations. The REIT has significant liquidity on its balance sheet.
Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. (NYSE:ARE ) Q2 2024 Earnings Conference Call July 23, 2024 3:00 PM ET Company Participants Paula Schwartz - Rx Communications Group LLC, Managing Director Joel S. Marcus - Executive Chairman and Founder Hallie Kuhn - Senior Vice President of Science and Technology and Capital Markets Peter M.
Alexandria's (ARE) Q2 AFFO outshines estimates. Results reflect decent leasing activity and higher rental rates.
While the top- and bottom-line numbers for Alexandria Real Estate Equities (ARE) give a sense of how the business performed in the quarter ended June 2024, it could be worth looking at how some of its key metrics compare to Wall Street estimates and year-ago values.
Alexandria Real Estate Equities (ARE) came out with quarterly funds from operations (FFO) of $2.36 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.34 per share. This compares to FFO of $2.24 per share a year ago.
Nasdaq had a strong start to the year, driven by big tech stocks, but recent declines have raised concerns about the index's performance. REITs have struggled in recent years but are showing signs of a potential comeback, with some stocks posting strong gains. Possibility of September rate cuts could benefit publicly traded landlords, including REITs, leading to potential share price appreciation.
Dividends are one of the best benefits to being a shareholder, but finding a great dividend stock is no easy task. Does Alexandria Real Estate Equities (ARE) have what it takes?