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In a volatile, inflationary, and geopolitically tense market, Steven Cress talks barbell approach: strong dividend REITs and high-quality growth stocks on weakness. Getty (GTY), W.P.
Global instability is rising fast, but one income strategy may be built for exactly this kind of environment. These overlooked income machines combine bond-like stability with built-in growth most investors underestimate. If you're worried about inflation, AI disruption, and market turmoil, this may be the most dependable place left to hide.
W. P. Carey Inc. (WPC) Presents at Citi's Miami Global Property CEO Conference 2026 Transcript
The U.S.-Israel airstrikes are a major catalyst impacting global markets, just hours following sweeping bans on the use of Anthropic's AI technology. The S&P 500 notched its worst month since March 2025 as war in Iran intensifies, and risk-off sentiment likely dominates amid hotter-than-expected wholesale inflation. January 2026 Core CPI (2.5%) and PPI (2.9%) rose Y/Y; headline CPI cooled to 2.4%, supporting a “soft landing” narrative.
REITs currently offer compelling value, with average yields near 3.71% and attractive relative valuations versus the S&P 500. VNQ is positioned for a technical rebound, with potential upside of nearly 40% from current levels, supported by sector recovery expectations. This article presents a curated list of 17 high-yield REITs (≥5% yield) with strong dividend safety grades, highlighting opportunities for income investors seeking yields above treasuries.
Enterprise Products Partners has increased its distribution for 27 consecutive years. Invitation Homes has raised its dividend every year since its IPO in 2017.
Shares of W.P. Carey Inc. (NYSE: WPC - Get Free Report) hit a new 52-week high on Friday. The company traded as high as $75.60 and last traded at $75.5010, with a volume of 242104 shares. The stock had previously closed at $74.25. Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades WPC has been the subject of a number
NEW YORK, Feb. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- W. P. Carey Inc. (NYSE: WPC, the "Company") announced today that the underwriters of its previously closed and announced underwritten public offering of an aggregate of 6,000,000 shares of common stock, offered on a forward basis, have exercised in full their option to purchase an additional 900,000 shares of the Company's common stock.
W. P. Carey: 138% Coverage, 5% Yield, Strong Income Value
Does W.P. Carey (WPC) have what it takes to be a top stock pick for momentum investors? Let's find out.
Net lease REITs like Realty Income, NNN, Agree Realty, and W. P. Carey are rebounding as falling treasury yields drive capital back to stable, long-duration assets. The sector's rally is fueled by a flight to safety amid turmoil in private credit and software, with REITs outperforming equity indices year-to-date. With weighted average lease terms of 10+ years, net lease REITs act as long-duration credit portfolios, highly sensitive to treasury yield movements.
NEW YORK, Feb. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- W. P. Carey Inc. (NYSE: WPC, the "Company") announced today the closing of its previously announced underwritten public offering of an aggregate of 6,000,000 shares of the Company's common stock, offered on a forward basis in connection with the forward sale agreements described below.
W.P. Carey and Getty Realty equity issuances created temporary price dips, presenting special buying opportunities due to non-fundamental declines. WPC's $432 million equity raise at $72/share is accretive, funding acquisitions at 7.25% cap rates versus a 5.75% blended cost of capital. GTY's $131 million equity raise at $32.75/share is similarly accretive, with acquisitions yielding 7.9% against a 6.71% cost of capital.
PepsiCo, Allianz, and VICI Properties are my top buy-and-hold dividend stocks for 2026, blending yield and growth. PEP offers a 3.36% yield, robust 7.36% 10-year dividend CAGR, and trades at a 20.78 P/E, below its 5-year average. ALIZY delivers a 3.79% yield, strong EPS growth outlook, and sector-leading rankings, supporting both income and capital appreciation.
WPC shares jump 12.1% in three months as strong AFFO, 98% occupancy and $2.1 billion investments fuel its growth outlook.
NEW YORK, Feb. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- W. P. Carey Inc. (NYSE: WPC, the "Company") announced today the pricing of an underwritten public offering of an aggregate of 6,000,000 shares of the Company's common stock, offered on a forward basis in connection with the forward sale agreements described below, for gross proceeds of $432 million.
NEW YORK, Feb. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- W. P. Carey Inc. (NYSE: WPC, the "Company") announced today the commencement of an underwritten public offering of an aggregate of 6,000,000 shares of the Company's common stock, offered on a forward basis in connection with the forward sale agreements described below.
Rose's Income Garden portfolio features 75 dividend payers, 47+ with investment-grade S&P ratings and a 6.09% forward yield. Eight quality, high-yield stocks (4.7%-10%) are highlighted, with detailed valuation, yield, and buy/hold/trim recommendations. Several names, including ARCC, VICI, and KMB, are near fair or undervalued levels, while MO, BTI, and WPC are seen as ones to watch and hold.
W. P. Carey: Secure Dividend, Rich Yield, And Profitable Growth At Reasonable Valuations
NEW YORK, Feb. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- W. P. Carey Inc. (NYSE: WPC, the "Company") announced today that it has priced an underwritten public offering of €1.0 billion in aggregate principal amount of senior unsecured notes (the "Notes") with a weighted-average coupon of 3.500% and a weighted-average term of 7.4 years, comprising the following tranches: €500 million aggregate principal amount of 3.250% Senior Notes due 2031 (the "2031 Notes"), offered at 99.249% of the principal amount; and €500 million aggregate principal amount of 3.750% Senior Notes due 2035 (the "2035 Notes"), offered at 98.500% of the principal amount.