Back on December 2, 2024, investors noticed United Hampshire US REIT trading at 45.5 cents. Fast forward to today, and it’s climbed to 48.5 cents, with a dividend payout of 2.05 cents. For those who got in back then, that’s a tidy gain of 5.05 cents per share based on the initial price of 45.5 cents. This adds up to a solid return of approximately 11%.
Looking Ahead: More Profits on the Horizon?
Certainly! Despite divesting two properties, the REIT has made significant strides in reducing debt. Although net property income is expected to dip this year, reduced leverage means interest expenses will also decrease. Coupled with the possibility of lower interest rates, spurred by the predicted downturn in the U.S. economy and the fallout from past tariffs, these factors suggest a further drop in interest expenses is likely. At the moment, the REIT’s average borrowing cost stands at an average interest rate of 5.17%, and 26% of its loans are linked to variable interest rates.
Furthermore, I anticipate…
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