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Realty Income Corporation, traded under the symbol O on the New York Stock Exchange, is a prominent S&P 500 company renowned for providing shareholders with reliable monthly dividends. Established in 1969, the company has meticulously built a portfolio encompassing over 15,450 properties, strategically located across all 50 U.S. states and in seven European countries, including the U.K. and Germany.
Realty Income's business model revolves around owning and managing freestanding, single-tenant commercial properties. These properties are primarily leased under long-term, triple-net agreements to high-credit tenants. With a client base spanning 1,552 entities across 89 industries, Realty Income ensures diversified and stable revenue streams.
In recent years, the company has expanded its portfolio to include industrial, gaming, office, manufacturing, and distribution properties, which contribute approximately 17% of its revenue. Realty Income's strategic acquisitions, such as the recent merger with Spirit Realty Capital, have further solidified its position in the market, enhancing its growth prospects and financial stability.
Realty Income's operational highlights include maintaining a robust portfolio occupancy rate of 98.6%, demonstrating its commitment to stable and sustainable growth. The company's recent collaboration with Decathlon SE for a sale-leaseback transaction involving 82 retail properties in Europe underscores its capability to secure high-quality assets and partners globally.
Financially, Realty Income boasts a strong balance sheet, with liquidity of $4.0 billion as of March 31, 2024. The company continues to generate healthy cash flow, supporting its mission to deliver dependable monthly dividends, which have been increased 124 times since its public listing in 1994.
As part of its sustainability initiatives, Realty Income remains dedicated to environmental responsibility, as highlighted by Decathlon's commitment to reducing CO2 emissions by 20% by 2026.
For investors seeking consistent returns and exposure to high-quality commercial real estate, Realty Income stands out as a reliable and growth-oriented option. More detailed information about the company and its operations can be found on their official website at www.realtyincome.com.
Realty Income Corporation (NYSE: O) reported acquiring properties worth approximately $1.1 billion from October 1, 2021 to December 1, 2021. The company also has agreements to purchase additional properties estimated over $1.1 billion, expected to close in Q4 2021. Their overall investment pipeline for 2021 totals around $6.0 billion, with $1.55 billion raised in Q4. This includes $950 million from common stock sales and $595 million from a cash distribution related to the spin-off of Orion Office REIT, Inc.
Realty Income Corporation (NYSE: O) announced plans to redeem $750 million of its 4.65% notes due August 1, 2023, with a redemption date set for December 31, 2021. The estimated total redemption price is $1,080.94 per $1,000 principal amount, which includes $19.38 in accrued interest. This redemption will incur an expected charge of approximately $47.5 million, or $0.09 per diluted common share, impacting net income in Q4 2021. The charge will not affect Adjusted Funds from Operations (AFFO).
Realty Income Corporation (NYSE: O) announced a monthly cash dividend increase to $0.246 per share from $0.236, effective December 15, 2021. This marks the 113th dividend increase since its NYSE listing in 1994. The new annualized dividend is $2.952 per share, up from $2.832. The ex-dividend date is November 30, 2021. CEO Sumit Roy stated that operational success and positive outlook supported this increase, reflecting a 5.1% rise compared to December 2020.
On November 15, 2021, Realty Income Corporation (NYSE: O) announced the successful spin-off of its office assets into a new REIT, Orion Office REIT Inc. (NYSE: ONL). Stockholders of Realty Income received one share of Orion for every ten shares of Realty Income as of the record date of November 2, 2021. Trading of Orion shares began on the NYSE under the symbol 'ONL' after a brief 'when issued' trading period. Realty Income continues to trade under 'O'. The transaction aims to enhance shareholder value through focused asset management.
Realty Income Corporation (NYSE: O) announced the successful completion of its exchange offers for VEREIT Notes as of November 5, 2021. The company received high consent rates for all series of notes, enabling significant amendments to the existing indenture, which will eliminate restrictive covenants. Key tender amounts included $485.3 million for 4.600% Notes due 2024 (97.06%) and $699.5 million for 2.850% Notes due 2032 (99.93%). The final settlement of these offers is expected on or about November 9, 2021.
Realty Income Corporation (NYSE: O) reported strong operating results for Q3 2021. Net income per share surged to $0.34, up from $0.07 in Q3 2020. Normalized FFO per share increased 8.5% to $0.89, while AFFO per share grew 12.3% to $0.91. The company invested $1.61 billion in 308 properties, including $532.5 million in Europe. Following the merger with VEREIT, Realty Income raised 2021 AFFO guidance to $3.55 - $3.60 per share. The company also achieved a 99.5% rent collection rate for Q3 2021.
Realty Income Corporation (NYSE: O) has completed its merger with VEREIT, Inc. (NYSE: VER), marking a significant consolidation in the net lease sector. The merger, announced on November 1, 2021, was approved by stockholders and allows VEREIT stockholders to receive 0.705 shares of Realty Income for each share held. The combined company aims to leverage its increased scale and diversification to enhance shareholder value. Additionally, a spin-off of office assets into a new REIT, Orion Office REIT Inc. (NYSE: ONL), will occur on November 12, 2021, benefiting stockholders with special dividends.
Realty Income Corporation (NYSE: O) reported significant participation in its exchange offers for VEREIT Notes as of the Early Consent Date, October 22, 2021. A majority of holders submitted valid consents for proposed amendments to the indenture with high tender percentages across various series: 4.600% Notes (97.39%), 4.625% Notes (98.95%), and 4.875% Notes (99.29%). The Exchange Offers will close on November 5, 2021, pending conditions, including the consummation of planned mergers set for Q4 2021. The closing of mergers is not dependent on the Exchange Offers.
Realty Income Corporation (NYSE: O) and VEREIT, Inc. (NYSE: VER) announced the anticipated closing of their merger on November 1, 2021. Concurrently, Realty Income's spin-off of office assets into a new entity, Orion Office REIT Inc. (NYSE: ONL), is effective as of October 22, 2021. Realty Income shareholders will receive one share of Orion for every ten shares held, with the record date set for November 2, 2021 and distribution on November 12, 2021. Shareholders are advised to consult financial advisors regarding tax implications of the transactions.
Realty Income Corporation (NYSE: O) announced on October 14, 2021 the declaration of its 616th consecutive monthly dividend. The dividend is set at $0.236 per share, annualizing to $2.832 per share. Shareholders of record by November 2, 2021 will receive the dividend on November 15, 2021. The ex-dividend date is November 1, 2021. Realty Income is recognized as The Monthly Dividend Company and is a member of the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats, with a robust track record of increasing dividends over its 52-year history.
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