Sector: Real Estate|Industry: REIT - Retail|Market Cap: $46.36B|Employees: 418
Realty Income, The Monthly Dividend Company®, is a real estate investment trust (REIT) that invests in commercial properties, primarily freestanding, single-tenant buildings, leased to a variety of commercial clients under long-term net lease agreements. The company is an S&P 500 member and a member of the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats index, and has a geographically diversified portfolio of properties located in the United States and Europe.
Rental revenue (excluding reimbursable) increased to $1,196.8 million, up from $947.6 million in the same quarter last year, primarily due to property acquisitions, including the merger with Spirit. Total revenue increased to $1,330.9 million from $1,039.1 million.
Net income attributable to the Company was $269.5 million, compared to $233.5 million in the same quarter of 2023, reflecting increased revenue and effective cost management. Diluted earnings per share were $0.30, down from $0.33 YoY.
Depreciation and amortization expenses increased to $602.3 million, up from $495.6 million YoY, primarily due to the merger with Spirit and other property acquisitions. This is a non-cash expense but impacts net income.