Stock Pulse
Realty Income Corp (O) announced its 130th dividend increase, a modest 0.2% rise to $0.2685 per share monthly, representing a 5.72% annual yield [3], [4], [6]. This continues their long-standing commitment to dividend growth, averaging 4.3% annually over the past three decades [3], [4]. The company maintains a strong financial position with a high occupancy rate (98.7%), diverse portfolio across various industries, and strategic investments including a recent merger with Spirit Realty Capital [4], [10], [12]. While Q4 2024 net income and EPS decreased, the company projects growth in 2025 with a $4 billion investment volume [6], [4]. Potential risks include competition, interest rate fluctuations, and environmental liabilities [12]. The CEO's recent stock sale was tax-related and not indicative of a negative outlook [11].