EPR Properties Price & Performance (EPR-PC)

EPR Properties has increased its monthly dividend by 3.5% to $0.295 per share, reflecting management’s optimism as the company continues to rebound from pandemic-era lows. The REIT’s annualized yield now stands above 7.2%, and recent earnings show revenue growth and a solid beat on funds from operations.12

Analysts have reiterated a 'Hold' rating for EPR Properties, with a 12-month price target of $50, only a modest upside from current levels. Earnings are expected to grow by 2.37% next year, and the company’s P/E ratio remains slightly below both market and sector averages, suggesting reasonable valuation but limited near-term momentum.34

EPR Properties has seen a 19.5% rise in short interest, indicating some investor caution despite the stock’s strong 36% return over the past year. The REIT’s payout ratio is expected to improve next year, supporting dividend sustainability, but the increased short activity signals lingering skepticism about future performance.15