REITs vs. S&P 500: An In-depth Analysis of Top Performing Real Estate Investment Trusts
Wednesday, 3 April 2024, 12:30

Benefits of REITs Over S&P 500
Historical Performance
- REITs have delivered an 11.4% annual return over 25 years, outperforming the S&P 500.
- Dividend Appeal: IRS regulations require REITs to distribute 90% of taxable net income, making them attractive to income-focused investors.
Despite overall underperformance against the S&P 500 in the past decade, specific REIT stocks like Digital Realty Trust, Extra Space Storage, and Prologis have shown exceptional growth, surpassing the market index.
Top Performing REITs
Digital Realty Trust (NYSE: DLR)
- Data Center Market Growth: FFO increased by 278% over a decade, with a total return of 332%, exceeding the S&P 500.
- Future Prospects: Projected demand growth for data centers presents a positive outlook for continued success.
Extra Space Storage (NYSE: EXR)
- Strong Returns: FFO growth of 374% and total return of nearly 400%, outperforming the S&P 500.
- Market Outlook: Robust demand for self-storage facilities and limited supply development favor operators like Extra Space Storage.
Prologis (NYSE: PLD)
- Rising Demand: FFO growth of 495% and total return of 366%, showcasing outperformance against the S&P 500.
- Rent Growth Potential: Strategies to increase rents and market demand present opportunities for sustained growth.
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