NYSE:MPW

Medical Properties Trust (MPW) Stock Forecast, Price & News

$5.24

-0.21 (-3.85%)

(As of 11:03 AM ET)

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Volume: 3.60 million shs
Average Volume: 14.03 million shs
Market Capitalization: $3.14 billion

P/E Ratio: 47.64
Dividend Yield: 11.45%
Price Target: $10.27

Medical Properties Trust MarketRank™ Forecast

Analyst Rating: Hold
2.00 Rating Score
Upside/Downside: 88.5% Upside
$10.27 Price Target
Short Interest: Bearish
22.56% of Shares Sold Short
Dividend Strength: Moderate
Based on Four Factors
Sustainability: -1.18
Upright™ Environmental Score
News Sentiment: 0.98
Based on 14 Articles This Week
Insider Trading: N/A
Proj. Earnings Growth: -1.95%
From $1.54 to $1.51 Per Share

Overall MarketRank^™

MarketRank is calculated as an average of available category scores, with extra weight given to analysis and valuation.

2.71 out of 5 stars

Finance Sector

311th out of 873 stocks

Real Estate Investment Trusts Industry

61st out of 182 stocks

4.0

Analyst's Opinion

Consensus Rating
Medical Properties Trust has received a consensus rating of Hold. The company's average rating score is 2.00, and is based on 3 buy ratings, 4 hold ratings, and 3 sell ratings.
Price Target Upside/Downside
According to analysts' consensus price target of $10.27, Medical Properties Trust has a forecasted upside of 88.5% from its current price of $5.45.
Amount of Analyst Coverage
Medical Properties Trust has been the subject of 6 research reports in the past 90 days, demonstrating strong analyst interest in this stock.

0.0

Short Interest

Percentage of Shares Shorted
22.56% of the outstanding shares of Medical Properties Trust have been sold short.
Short Interest Ratio / Days to Cover
Medical Properties Trust has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 11.1, which indicates bearish sentiment.
Change versus previous month
Short interest in Medical Properties Trust has recently increased by 4.98%, indicating that investor sentiment is decreasing.

2.5

Dividend Strength

Dividend Leadership
Medical Properties Trust is a leading dividend payer. It pays a dividend yield of 11.01%, putting its dividend yield in the top 25% of dividend-paying stocks.
Dividend Growth
Medical Properties Trust does not have a long track record of dividend growth.
Dividend Coverage
The dividend payout ratio of Medical Properties Trust is 545.45%. Payout ratios above 75% are not desirable because they may not be sustainable.
Dividend Sustainability
Based on earnings estimates, Medical Properties Trust will have a dividend payout ratio of 39.74% next year. This indicates that Medical Properties Trust will be able to sustain or increase its dividend.

3.9

Sustainability and ESG

Overall ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) Score
Medical Properties Trust has received a 52.84% net impact score from Upright. Medical Properties seems to create the most significant positive value in categories "Taxes", "Jobs", and "Physical diseases". The positive contribution in the "Physical diseases" impact category is driven by its "Private equity funds investing in the healthcare industry" and "Real estate funds investing in health centers" products. See details.
Environmental Sustainability
The Environmental Impact score for Medical Properties Trust is -1.18.

3.3

News and Social Media Coverage

News Sentiment
Medical Properties Trust has a news sentiment score of 0.98. This score is calculated as an average of sentiment of articles about the company over the last seven days and ranges from 2 (good news) to -2 (bad news). This is a higher news sentiment than the 0.71 average news sentiment score of Finance companies.
News Coverage This Week
MarketBeat has tracked 14 news articles for Medical Properties Trust this week, compared to 10 articles on an average week.
Search Interest
Only 166 people have searched for MPW on MarketBeat in the last 30 days. This is a decrease of -29% compared to the previous 30 days.
MarketBeat Follows
70 people have added Medical Properties Trust to their MarketBeat watchlist in the last 30 days. This is an increase of 21% compared to the previous 30 days.

1.7

Company Ownership

Insider Buying vs. Insider Selling
In the past three months, Medical Properties Trust insiders have not sold or bought any company stock.
Percentage Held by Insiders
Only 1.22% of the stock of Medical Properties Trust is held by insiders.
Percentage Held by Institutions
76.46% of the stock of Medical Properties Trust is held by institutions. High institutional ownership can be a signal of strong market trust in this company.

1.9

Earnings and Valuation

Earnings Growth
Earnings for Medical Properties Trust are expected to decrease by -1.95% in the coming year, from $1.54 to $1.51 per share.
Price to Earnings Ratio vs. the Market
The P/E ratio of Medical Properties Trust is 49.55, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the market average P/E ratio of about 108.59.
Price to Earnings Ratio vs. Sector
The P/E ratio of Medical Properties Trust is 49.55, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the Finance sector average P/E ratio of about 60.48.
Price to Earnings Growth Ratio
Medical Properties Trust has a PEG Ratio of 1.18. PEG Ratios above 1 indicate that a company could be overvalued.
Price to Book Value per Share Ratio
Medical Properties Trust has a P/B Ratio of 0.38. P/B Ratios below 1 indicate that a company could be undervalued with respect to its assets and liabilities.

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About Medical Properties Trust (NYSE:MPW) Stock

Medical Properties Trust Inc. is a real estate investment trust (REIT) specializing in acquiring and developing healthcare facilities. The company's portfolio comprises properties across the United States and Europe, including acute care hospitals, long-term acute care hospitals, rehabilitation hospitals, and other healthcare facilities.

Since 2003, Medical Properties Trust Inc. has become a leading player in the healthcare real estate industry. The company's strategy is centered on long-term leases with high-quality tenants, providing stable cash flow and reducing the risk associated with occupancy and rental rate volatility. Medical Properties Trust Inc. has a strong track record of growth and profitability.

One of the critical drivers of Medical Properties Trust Inc.'s success is its focus on the healthcare industry. With an aging population and increasing demand for healthcare services, the healthcare industry is expected to continue growing in the coming years. As a result, the need for healthcare facilities is likely to increase, which should benefit Medical Properties Trust Inc.

Additionally, the company's focus on long-term leases with high-quality tenants provides stability and predictability, which is especially important in the healthcare industry, where occupancy and rental rate volatility can be high.

Medical Properties Trust Inc. has an excellent management team with a proven track record of success. Under the company's current leadership, Medical Properties Trust Inc. has grown rapidly and consistently outperformed its peers. The company's management team has also demonstrated a commitment to sustainability and social responsibility. In 2020, Medical Properties Trust Inc. was recognized as a leader in sustainability performance.

Medical Properties Trust Inc. is exposed to general economic conditions, regulatory changes, and competition within the healthcare real estate industry. The company's success is also dependent on the performance of its tenants, which may be affected by factors such as changes in healthcare laws, reimbursement rates, and patient volumes. Additionally, the company's focus on healthcare real estate may limit its ability to diversify its portfolio in the event of a downturn in the healthcare industry.

Despite the risks, Medical Properties Trust Inc. has shown resilience during the COVID-19 pandemic. The pandemic has highlighted the critical importance of healthcare facilities, and the company's portfolio of high-quality properties has continued to generate strong cash flows. Medical Properties Trust Inc. has used the pandemic to acquire additional properties at attractive valuations.

Medical Properties Trust Inc. is well-positioned to benefit from several long-term trends in the healthcare industry:

The aging population is expected to increase the demand for healthcare services, including acute care hospitals, rehabilitation hospitals, and long-term care facilities.
The shift towards value-based care drives consolidation in the healthcare industry, likely resulting in increased demand for healthcare facilities.
Advances in medical technology are increasing the need for specialized facilities, such as proton therapy and cancer treatment centers.

Medical Properties Trust Inc.'s financial position is strong, with a healthy balance sheet and access to capital markets. The company has consistently maintained an investment-grade credit rating and low capital cost, allowing it to finance growth. Additionally, the company has a diversified tenant base, with no single tenant accounting for more than 4% of its annualized base rent. This provides stability and reduces the risk associated with tenant concentration.

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MPW Stock News Headlines

October 1, 2023 | finance.yahoo.com

Wall Street Expects Medical Properties Trust Stock to Rise by 82%: Here's Why I Disagree

October 1, 2023 | seekingalpha.com

Medical Properties Trust: Sifting Through The Rubble

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Truist Financial Lowers Medical Properties Trust (NYSE:MPW) Price Target to $6.00

September 26, 2023 | benzinga.com

Medical Properties Trust Stock (NYSE:MPW), Analyst Ratings, Price Targets, Predictions

September 26, 2023 | msn.com

RBC Capital Reiterates Medical Properties Trust (MPW) Outperform Recommendation

September 26, 2023 | americanbankingnews.com

Medical Properties Trust's (MPW) "Outperform" Rating Reaffirmed at Royal Bank of Canada

September 25, 2023 | benzinga.com

Medical Properties Trust Unusual Options Activity For September 25

October 2, 2023 | Edge On The Street (Ad)

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September 25, 2023 | markets.businessinsider.com

RBC Capital Reaffirms Their Buy Rating on Medical Properties (MPW)

September 21, 2023 | gurufocus.com

Is Medical Properties Trust (MPW) Too Good to Be True? A Comprehensive Analysis of a Potential ...

September 21, 2023 | msn.com

Should You Be Worried About Medical Properties Trust's Liquidity Profile?

September 18, 2023 | finance.yahoo.com

Down 35%, Is Medical Properties Trust a Buy?

September 17, 2023 | seekingalpha.com

Medical Properties Trust: A Disaster Investors Should Have Seen Coming

September 15, 2023 | finance.yahoo.com

Is Right Now the Perfect Time to Buy This 9.4%-Yielding Dividend Stock?

September 13, 2023 | finance.yahoo.com

Medical Properties Trust Inc: A Closer Look at the Upcoming Dividend and its Sustainability

September 8, 2023 | benzinga.com

Medical Properties Trust: Dividend Insights

September 6, 2023 | finance.yahoo.com

Medical Properties' Short Interest Has Skyrocketed This Year: Is a Short Squeeze Coming?

September 2, 2023 | msn.com

Mizuho Downgrades Medical Properties Trust (MPW)

September 1, 2023 | finance.yahoo.com

This Ultra-High-Yield Dividend Stock Faces a Long Road to Recovery

August 31, 2023 | msn.com

Medical Properties Trust cut to Neutral as Mizuho sees longer recovery

August 29, 2023 | finance.yahoo.com

1 Tiny Number That Spells Big Trouble for Medical Properties Trust Stock

August 29, 2023 | fool.com

Why a Dividend Cut for Medical Properties Trust Could Be Good News for Investors

August 29, 2023 | seekingalpha.com

Medical Properties Trust: The Safest Dividend Is Probably The One That's Just Been Cut (Upgrade)

August 28, 2023 | markets.businessinsider.com

Medical Properties Trust Stock (NYSE:MPW): Short-Term Pain for Long-Term Gains

August 28, 2023 | finance.yahoo.com

Medical Properties Trust pushes to pay down debt, deal on hold

August 25, 2023 | msn.com

Medical Properties Trust: More Financial Distress Ahead

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MPW Company Calendar

Last Earnings: 4/28/2022
Ex-Dividend for 7/13 Dividend: 6/14/2023
Dividend Payable: 7/13/2023
Ex-Dividend for 10/12 Dividend: 9/13/2023
Today: 10/02/2023
Dividend Payable: 10/12/2023
Next Earnings (Estimated): 10/26/2023
Fiscal Year End: 12/31/2023

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Industry, Sector and Symbol

Stock Exchange: NYSE
Industry: Real estate investment trusts
Sub-Industry: Specialized REITs
Sector: Finance
Current Symbol: NYSE:MPW
CUSIP: 58463J30
CIK: 1287865
Web: www.medicalpropertiestrust.com
Phone: (205) 969-3755
Fax: 205-969-3756
Employees: 119
Year Founded: N/A

Price Target and Rating

Average Stock Price Forecast: $10.27
High Stock Price Forecast: $16.00
Low Stock Price Forecast: $6.00
Forecasted Upside/Downside: +88.5%
Consensus Rating: Hold
Rating Score (0-4): 2.00
Research Coverage: 10 Analysts

Profitability

EPS (Most Recent Fiscal Year): $0.11
Trailing P/E Ratio: 49.55
Forward P/E Ratio: 3.54
P/E Growth: 1.18
Net Income: $902.60 million
Net Margins: 5.07%
Pretax Margin: -2.71%
Return on Equity: 0.84%
Return on Assets: 0.37%

Debt

Debt-to-Equity Ratio: 1.23
Current Ratio: 2.88
Quick Ratio: 2.88

Sales & Book Value

Annual Sales: $1.54 billion
Price / Sales: 2.11
Cash Flow: $2.11 per share
Price / Cash Flow: 2.58
Book Value: $14.37 per share
Price / Book: 0.38

Miscellaneous

Outstanding Shares: 598,400,000
Free Float: 591,100,000
Market Cap: $3.26 billion
Optionable: Optionable
Beta: 1.03

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Key Executives

Mr. Edward K. Aldag Jr. (Age 59)
Founder, Chairman, Pres & CEO
Comp: $3.65M

Mr. R. Steven Hamner CPA (Age 66)
Founder, Exec. VP, CFO & Director
Comp: $1.97M

Mr. James Kevin Hanna (Age 50)
Sr. VP, Chief Accounting Officer & Controller

Mr. Tim Berryman
Managing Director of Investor Relations

Mr. Andrew T. Babin C.F.A.
Sr. Managing Director of Corp. Communications

Ms. Rosa H. Hooper
Sr. VP of Operations, Assistant Sec. and MD of Asset Management & Underwriting

Mr. R. Lucas Savage
VP & Head of Global Acquisitions

Mr. Larry H. Portal
Sr. VP & Sr. Advisor to the CEO

Mr. Charles R. Lambert (Age 52)
VP, Treasurer & MD of Capital Markets

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Institutional Ownership

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MPW Stock - Frequently Asked Questions

Should I buy or sell Medical Properties Trust stock right now?: 10 Wall Street research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Medical Properties Trust in the last twelve months. There are currently 3 sell ratings, 4 hold ratings and 3 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street research analysts is that investors should "hold" MPW shares. A hold rating indicates that analysts believe investors should maintain any existing positions they have in MPW, but not buy additional shares or sell existing shares.
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What is Medical Properties Trust's stock price forecast for 2023?: 10 brokers have issued 12 month price targets for Medical Properties Trust's stock. Their MPW share price forecasts range from $6.00 to $16.00. On average, they predict the company's share price to reach $10.27 in the next year. This suggests a possible upside of 88.5% from the stock's current price.
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How have MPW shares performed in 2023?: Medical Properties Trust's stock was trading at $11.14 at the beginning of 2023. Since then, MPW stock has decreased by 51.1% and is now trading at $5.45.
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When is Medical Properties Trust's next earnings date?: The company is scheduled to release its next quarterly earnings announcement on Thursday, October 26th 2023.
View our MPW earnings forecast.
How were Medical Properties Trust's earnings last quarter?: Medical Properties Trust, Inc. (NYSE:MPW) announced its quarterly earnings results on Thursday, April, 28th. The real estate investment trust reported $1.05 EPS for the quarter, beating analysts' consensus estimates of $0.47 by $0.58. The real estate investment trust had revenue of $409.80 million for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $413.31 million. Medical Properties Trust had a net margin of 5.07% and a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 0.84%. The firm's revenue for the quarter was up 13.0% on a year-over-year basis. During the same quarter last year, the business posted $0.42 earnings per share.
How often does Medical Properties Trust pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for Medical Properties Trust?: Medical Properties Trust declared a quarterly dividend on Monday, August 21st. Shareholders of record on Thursday, September 14th will be given a dividend of $0.15 per share on Thursday, October 12th. This represents a $0.60 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 11.01%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Wednesday, September 13th.
Read our dividend analysis for MPW.
What ETFs hold Medical Properties Trust's stock?: ETFs with the largest weight of Medical Properties Trust (NYSE:MPW) stock in their portfolio include Invesco KBW Premium Yield Equity REIT ETF (KBWY), ALPS REIT Dividend Dogs ETF (RDOG), GraniteShares HIPS US High Income ETF (HIPS), Franklin U.S. Low Volatility High Dividend Index ETF (LVHD), iShares Residential and Multisector Real Estate ETF (REZ), RiverFront Dynamic US Dividend Advantage ETF (RFDA), Hoya Capital High Dividend Yield ETF (RIET) and BNY Mellon Global Infrastructure Income ETF (BKGI).
Is Medical Properties Trust a good dividend stock?: Medical Properties Trust (NYSE:MPW) pays an annual dividend of $0.60 per share and currently has a dividend yield of 11.01%. MPW has a dividend yield higher than 75% of all dividend-paying stocks, making it a leading dividend payer. The dividend payout ratio is 545.45%. Payout ratios above 75% are not desirable because they may not be sustainable. Based on earnings estimates, MPW will have a dividend payout ratio of 39.74% next year. This indicates that the company will be able to sustain or increase its dividend.
Read our dividend analysis for MPW.

What guidance has Medical Properties Trust issued on next quarter's earnings?: Medical Properties Trust issued an update on its FY 2023 earnings guidance on Tuesday, August, 8th. The company provided earnings per share (EPS) guidance of $1.53-$1.57 for the period, compared to the consensus earnings per share estimate of $1.55. The company issued revenue guidance of -.
What other stocks do shareholders of Medical Properties Trust own?: Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some companies that other Medical Properties Trust investors own include AT&T (T), Verizon Communications (VZ), Energy Transfer (ET), Enterprise Products Partners (EPD), Omega Healthcare Investors (OHI), New Residential Investment (NRZ), Cisco Systems (CSCO), Pfizer (PFE), AbbVie (ABBV) and Intel (INTC).
What is Medical Properties Trust's stock symbol?: Medical Properties Trust trades on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the ticker symbol "MPW."
How do I buy shares of Medical Properties Trust?: Shares of MPW stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include WeBull, Vanguard Brokerage Services, TD Ameritrade, E*TRADE, Robinhood, Fidelity, and Charles Schwab.
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What is Medical Properties Trust's stock price today?: One share of MPW stock can currently be purchased for approximately $5.45.
How much money does Medical Properties Trust make?: Medical Properties Trust (NYSE:MPW) has a market capitalization of $3.26 billion and generates $1.54 billion in revenue each year. The real estate investment trust earns $902.60 million in net income (profit) each year or $0.11 on an earnings per share basis.
How many employees does Medical Properties Trust have?: The company employs 119 workers across the globe.
How can I contact Medical Properties Trust?: Medical Properties Trust's mailing address is 1000 URBAN CENTER DRIVE SUITE 501, BIRMINGHAM AL, 35242. The official website for the company is www.medicalpropertiestrust.com. The real estate investment trust can be reached via phone at (205) 969-3755, via email at tberryman@medicalpropertiestrust.com, or via fax at 205-969-3756.

This page (NYSE:MPW) was last updated on 10/2/2023 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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