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Medical Properties Trust - MPW Stock Forecast, Price & News

$7.53
+0.26 (+3.58%)
(As of 03/24/2023 12:00 AM ET)
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Today's Range
$7.10
$7.54
50-Day Range
$7.27
$13.78
52-Week Range
$7.10
$21.63
Volume
16.31 million shs
Average Volume
22.34 million shs
Market Capitalization
$4.51 billion
P/E Ratio
5.02
Dividend Yield
15.41%
Price Target
$14.82

Medical Properties Trust MarketRank™ Forecast

Analyst Rating
Moderate Buy
2.50 Rating Score
Upside/​Downside
96.8% Upside
$14.82 Price Target
Short Interest
Bearish
18.48% of Shares Sold Short
Dividend Strength
Strong
Based on Four Factors
Sustainability
-2.45
Upright™ Environmental Score
News Sentiment
1.37mentions of Medical Properties Trust in the last 14 days
Based on 11 Articles This Week
Insider Trading
N/A
Proj. Earnings Growth
-0.61%
From $1.64 to $1.63 Per Share

Overall MarketRank

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

3.28 out of 5 stars

Finance Sector

50th out of 883 stocks

Real Estate Investment Trusts Industry

4th out of 189 stocks


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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:

  1. The aging population is expected to increase the demand for healthcare services, including acute care hospitals, rehabilitation hospitals, and long-term care facilities.
  2. The shift towards value-based care drives consolidation in the healthcare industry, likely resulting in increased demand for healthcare facilities.
  3. 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 Company Calendar

Last Earnings
4/28/2022
Ex-Dividend for 1/12 Dividend
12/07/2022
Dividend Payable
1/12/2023
Ex-Dividend for 4/13 Dividend
3/15/2023
Today
3/26/2023
Dividend Payable
4/13/2023
Next Earnings (Estimated)
4/27/2023
Fiscal Year End
12/31/2023

Industry, Sector and Symbol

Industry
Real estate investment trusts
Sub-Industry
Specialized REITs
Sector
Finance
CUSIP
58463J30
Employees
112
Year Founded
N/A

Price Target and Rating

Average Stock Price Forecast
$14.82
High Stock Price Forecast
$18.00
Low Stock Price Forecast
$10.00
Forecasted Upside/Downside
+96.8%
Consensus Rating
Moderate Buy
Rating Score (0-4)
2.50
Research Coverage
9 Analysts

Profitability

Net Income
$902.60 million
Pretax Margin
62.20%

Debt

Sales & Book Value

Annual Sales
$1.54 billion
Cash Flow
$2.15 per share
Book Value
$14.37 per share

Miscellaneous

Free Float
591,061,000
Market Cap
$4.51 billion
Optionable
Optionable
Beta
0.96

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Key Executives

  • Edward K. AldagEdward K. Aldag
    Chairman, President & Chief Executive Officer
  • Emmett E. McLeanEmmett E. McLean
    COO, Secretary, Treasurer & Executive VP
  • Richard Steven Hamner
    Chief Financial Officer, Director & Executive VP
  • Kevin James Hanna
    Chief Accounting Officer, Senior VP & Controller
  • Charles Reynolds Lambert
    Managing Director-Capital Markets













MPW Stock - Frequently Asked Questions

Should I buy or sell Medical Properties Trust stock right now?

9 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Medical Properties Trust in the last twelve months. There are currently 5 hold ratings, 3 buy ratings and 1 strong buy rating for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street analysts is that investors should "buy" MPW shares.
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What is Medical Properties Trust's stock price forecast for 2023?

9 brokers have issued 1-year price targets for Medical Properties Trust's stock. Their MPW share price forecasts range from $10.00 to $18.00. On average, they expect the company's stock price to reach $14.82 in the next year. This suggests a possible upside of 96.8% 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 start of the year. Since then, MPW stock has decreased by 32.4% and is now trading at $7.53.
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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, April 27th 2023.
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How were Medical Properties Trust's earnings last quarter?

Medical Properties Trust, Inc. (NYSE:MPW) issued its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, April, 28th. The real estate investment trust reported $1.05 earnings per share for the quarter, topping analysts' consensus estimates of $0.47 by $0.58. The real estate investment trust earned $409.80 million during the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $413.31 million. Medical Properties Trust had a net margin of 58.50% and a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 10.25%. The firm's revenue for the quarter was up 13.0% on a year-over-year basis. During the same period in the previous year, the firm posted $0.42 EPS.

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 Thursday, February 16th. Stockholders of record on Thursday, March 16th will be given a dividend of $0.29 per share on Thursday, April 13th. This represents a $1.16 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 15.41%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Wednesday, March 15th.
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Is Medical Properties Trust a good dividend stock?

Medical Properties Trust (NYSE:MPW) pays an annual dividend of $1.16 per share and currently has a dividend yield of 15.68%. MPW has a dividend yield higher than 75% of all dividend-paying stocks, making it a leading dividend payer. The company has been increasing its dividend for 8 consecutive years, indicating the company has a new, but growing committment to grow its dividend. The dividend payout ratio is 77.33%. 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 71.17% next year. This indicates that the company will be able to sustain or increase its dividend.
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What guidance has Medical Properties Trust issued on next quarter's earnings?

Medical Properties Trust updated its FY 2023 earnings guidance on Thursday, February, 23rd. The company provided earnings per share (EPS) guidance of $1.50-$1.65 for the period, compared to the consensus earnings per share estimate of $1.75. 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."

Who are Medical Properties Trust's major shareholders?

Medical Properties Trust's stock is owned by a number of retail and institutional investors. Top institutional investors include Principal Financial Group Inc. (3.35%), Centersquare Investment Management LLC (1.85%), Geode Capital Management LLC (1.74%), Morgan Stanley (1.49%), Dimensional Fund Advisors LP (1.34%) and Charles Schwab Investment Management Inc. (1.06%). Insiders that own company stock include Edward K Aldag Jr, Emmett E Mclean, James Kevin Hanna, Michael G Stewart and R Steven Hamner.
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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 $7.53.

How much money does Medical Properties Trust make?

Medical Properties Trust (NYSE:MPW) has a market capitalization of $4.51 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 $1.50 on an earnings per share basis.

How many employees does Medical Properties Trust have?

The company employs 112 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 3/26/2023 by MarketBeat.com Staff