Medical Properties Trust Inc (MPW) has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.09 per share, payable to shareholders of record. This marks a 12.5% increase from the previous dividend of $0.08 per share.
The ex-dividend date is set for December 10, 2025, meaning investors must own shares before this date to qualify for the dividend. Eligible shareholders will receive the payment on January 7, 2026. The current dividend yield stands at 7.00%.
Medical Properties Trust, based in Birmingham, Alabama, operates as a self-advised real estate investment trust. The firm focuses on acquiring and developing healthcare facilities, leasing them to operating companies under long-term net leases. It also provides mortgage loans to healthcare operators, collateralized by their real estate assets. As of now, the company owns approximately 396 facilities with around 39,000 licensed beds across nine countries and three continents.
The announcement highlights the company’s commitment to returning capital to shareholders and reflects management's confidence in its financial position. Regular dividend payments are often appealing to income-focused investors, although such payments are subject to change based on business performance.
Investors are advised to consider the company's dividend history and overall financial health when assessing the sustainability of future dividend payments.