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REITs With Decades of Dividend Growth Offer Yields Above Market Average

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Two REITs with decades of dividend growth offer yields above market average: Federal Realty at 4.2% and Realty Income at nearly 5%, both exceeding S&P 500 yields.

REITs With Decades of Dividend Growth Offer Yields Above Market Average
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Two real estate investment trusts have demonstrated sustained commitment to shareholder returns through extended periods of consecutive dividend increases. Federal Realty Investment Trust has increased its dividend for 58 consecutive years, earning distinction as the only REIT classified as a Dividend King. The company currently offers a 4.2% dividend yield, substantially above the broader market benchmark.

Realty Income Corporation has maintained 30 consecutive years of annual dividend increases and distinguishes itself through monthly distribution payments to shareholders. The company's dividend yield stands at nearly 5%, positioning it among high-yield dividend payers. Both REITs significantly exceed the S&P 500's current yield of 1.1% and outpace the average REIT sector yield of 3.8%.

These dividend histories reflect each company's operational stability and cash generation capabilities within the real estate sector. For income-focused investors with extended time horizons, consistent dividend growth records provide a historical foundation for evaluating potential holdings, though past performance does not guarantee future results.

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