Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) returned 29% in 2019, supported primarily by the Fed and other central banks around the world pivoting to more accommodative monetary policies.1 Lower interest rates reduced borrowing costs and spurred greater investor demand for REITs given their typically high dividend yields. After a strong year, however, investors are questioning whether REITs have further upside. In this post, we explore valuations within the REIT segment and identify areas that may demonstrate more attractive characteristics.
In this piece, we analyze:
- The recent REIT rally fueled by central bank policy.
- Looking for