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First Industrial Realty

First Industrial Realty Trust Inc is a real estate investment trust that owns, manages, acquires, sells, develops, and redevelops industrial real estate. First Industrial's real estate portfolio is comprised of light industrial properties, which are split between industrial and office space, and bulk warehouse properties generally located in business parks near transportation hubs. While light industrial buildings represent a share of First Industrial's holdings, bulk warehouses make up the majority of its portfolio's square footage. The company derives the vast majority of its revenue from rental income tied to medium-term leases. First Industrial's customers include manufacturing, retail, wholesale trade, distribution, and professional services companies.

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Wedbush analyst Richard Anderson downgrades First Industrial Realty (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FR#NYSE">FR</a>) from Outperform to Neutral and lowers the price target from $59 to $49.

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Wedbush Downgrades First Industrial Realty to Neutral, Lowers Price Target to $49

JP Morgan analyst Michael Mueller maintains First Industrial Realty (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FR#NYSE">FR</a>) with a Overweight and lowers the price target from $59 to $53.

JP Morgan Maintains Overweight on First Industrial Realty, Lowers Price Target to $53

Industrial real estate investment trusts (REITs) own and manage income-generating industrial properties, such as warehouses, distribution centers, logistics facilities, and manufacturing plants. Industrial REITs generate income by leasing the properties.
Investors in industrial REITs can benefit from the demand for space in the logistics and manufacturing sectors. The growth of e-commerce and the need for efficient supply chain management have contributed to the growth of the space in recent years. Similar to other REITs, industrial REITs are required to distribute a significant portion of their income to shareholders in the form of dividends.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Plymouth Industrial REIT</h2>
Plymouth Industrial REIT (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLYM#NYSE">PLYM</a>) owns, operates, and manages a portfolio of 211 single and multi-tenant industrial properties totaling approximately 34 million square feet. Nearly all of its properties reside inside the "Golden Triangle" region of the United States, which contains over 70% of the U.S. population.&nbsp;
Plymouth currently pays a quarterly dividend of $0.24 per share, equating to an annualized dividend of $0.96 per share, which gives its stock a yield of about 4.8% at the time of this writing.&nbsp;
Plymouth has also raised its annual dividend each of the last three years, and its 6.7% hike in February has it on track for 2024 to mark the fourth consecutive year with an increase.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Rexford Industrial Realty</h2>
Rexford Industrial Realty (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/REXR#NYSE">REXR</a>) is one of the largest industrial REITs in the United States. Its portfolio currently consists of 422 properties containing approximately 49.2 million rentable square feet.
Rexford currently pays a quarterly dividend of $0.4175 per share, equating to an annualized dividend of $1.67 per share, which gives its stock a yield of about 3.9% at the time of this writing.
Rexford has raised its annual dividend payment for 10 consecutive years, and its 10% hike in February has it on pace for 2024 to mark the 11th consecutive year with an increase.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">First Industrial Realty Trust</h2>
First Industrial Realty Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FR#NYSE">FR</a>) owns and operates a portfolio of logistics properties containing approximately 68.1 million square feet of industrial space. Its properties are concentrated in 15 major markets, including Atlanta, Baltimore, Central and South Florida, Chicago, Cincinnati, Dallas, Detroit, Nashville, Phoenix, and Seattle.
First Industrial currently pays a quarterly dividend of $0.37 per share, equating to an annualized dividend of $1.48 per share, which gives its stock a yield of about 3.3% at the time of this writing.
Like Rexford, First Industrial has raised its annual dividend for 10 consecutive years, and its 15.6% hike in February has it on track for 2024 to mark the 11th consecutive year with an increase.
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&quot;With ongoing uncertainty in the overall economy and interest rate environment, some businesses continue to be measured in their leasing decision-making,&quot; said Peter E. Baccile, president and chief executive officer. &quot;As a result, we have adjusted certain leasing assumptions within our same store portfolio that are reflected in our updated&nbsp;guidance.&quot;

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First Industrial Realty Trust Adjusts 2024 FFO Per Share Outlook From $2.54-$2.64 To $2.53-$2.63, Est $2.61

In the preceding three months, 5 analysts have released ratings for First Industrial Realty (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FR#NYSE">FR</a>), presenting a wide array of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
In the table below, you'll find a summary of their recent ratings, revealing the shifting sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the previous months.
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<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
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<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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</table>
The 12-month price targets assessed by analysts reveal further insights, featuring an average target of $57.8, a high estimate of $60.00, and a low estimate of $53.00. Observing a 1.76% increase, the current average has risen from the previous average price target of $56.80. 
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<h2>Interpreting Analyst Ratings: A Closer Look</h2>
The perception of First Industrial Realty by financial experts is analyzed through recent analyst actions. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
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<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
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</thead>
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<td>Vikram Malhorta</td>
<td>Mizuho</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$58.00</td>
<td>$58.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Anthony Powell</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$53.00</td>
<td>$63.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Mueller</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$59.00</td>
<td>$51.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ki Bin Kim</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$59.00</td>
<td>$57.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Carroll</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
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<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to First Industrial Realty. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Unveiling insights, analysts deliver qualitative insights into stock performance, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of First Industrial Realty compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts provide insights into price targets, offering estimates for the future value of First Industrial Realty's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
For valuable insights into First Industrial Realty's market performance, consider these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators. Stay well-informed and make prudent decisions using our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/FR/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on First Industrial Realty analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind First Industrial Realty</h2>
First Industrial Realty Trust Inc is a real estate investment trust that owns, manages, acquires, sells, develops, and redevelops industrial real estate. First Industrial's real estate portfolio is comprised of light industrial properties, which are split between industrial and office space, and bulk warehouse properties generally located in business parks near transportation hubs. While light industrial buildings represent a share of First Industrial's holdings, bulk warehouses make up the majority of its portfolio's square footage. The company derives the vast majority of its revenue from rental income tied to medium-term leases. First Industrial's customers include manufacturing, retail, wholesale trade, distribution, and professional services companies.
<h3>First Industrial Realty's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization is below the industry average, suggesting that it is relatively smaller compared to peers. This could be due to various factors, including perceived growth potential or operational scale.
Revenue Growth: First Industrial Realty's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has been noteworthy. As of 31 December, 2023, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 8.76%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company stands out with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Real Estate sector.
Net Margin: First Industrial Realty's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 56.68% net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.
Return on Equity (ROE): First Industrial Realty's ROE stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 3.5%, the company demonstrates effective use of equity capital and strong financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): First Industrial Realty's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROA, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROA of 1.73%, the company showcases efficient use of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: First Industrial Realty's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 0.88, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
<h2>Understanding the Relevance of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Analysts work in banking and financial systems and typically specialize in reporting for stocks or defined sectors. Analysts may attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts also offer predictions for helpful metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates to provide further guidance as to what to do with certain tickers. It is important to keep in mind that while stock and sector analysts are specialists, they are also human and can only forecast their beliefs to traders.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Beyond The Numbers: 5 Analysts Discuss First Industrial Realty Stock

First Industrial Realty (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FR#NYSE">FR</a>) reported quarterly FFO of $0.60 per share which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $0.61. This is a 1.69 percent increase over FFO of $0.59 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $162.27 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $161.53 million. This is a 8.60 percent increase over sales of $149.42 million the same period last year.

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First Industrial Realty Q1 FFO Per Share $0.60 Misses $0.61 Estimate, Sales $162.27M Beat $161.53M Estimate

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By 9:00 a.m. EST, the Real Estate Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLRE#NYSE">XLRE</a>) had dropped by 0.3%. This marked its fourth consecutive day of losses and set a course for its lowest close since the end of November 2023. 
The fund has also slipped below its 200-day moving average, a critical long-term benchmark, signaling that investor sentiment has turned negative.
The average interest rate for 30-year fixed-rate mortgages with loan balances up to $766,550 climbed by 12 basis points to 7.13% for the week ending Apr. 12, 2024, according to the latest figures from the Mortgage Bankers Association. This rate is the highest recorded since early December.
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Weaknesses In Multifamily Segment Continue</h3>
Joel Kan, MBA's Vice President and Deputy Chief Economist, explained the rise in rates, stating, &#8220;Rates increased for the second consecutive week, driven by incoming data indicating that the economy remains strong and inflation is proving tougher to bring down.&#8221;
Despite the uptick in mortgage rates, there was a 3.3% week-over-week increase in the Market Composite Index, which measures mortgage loan application volume.
Kan further noted, &#8220;Application activity picked up, possibly as some borrowers decided to act in case rates continue to rise. Purchase applications were the primary driver of this increase, although they are still about 10% lower than last year's levels. There was a slight uptick in refinance applications, mainly due to a 3% rise in conventional applications.&#8221;
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The real estate market&#8217;s challenges are linked to affordability and a shrinking availability as the supply of new homes falls. 
Andrew Foran, an economist at Toronto Dominion Securities, commented on the trend in home building, &#8220;Homebuilding activity moderated in March as weakness in the multifamily segment persisted and the single-family segment gave back most of its considerable gain from the prior month.&#8221;
Data revealed a 14.7% month-over-month decline in housing starts in March, with the figures dropping to 1.32 million annualized units, significantly below the anticipated 1.49 million.
Both the single-family and multifamily sectors experienced declines, with single-family starts down by 12.4% (or 145,000 units) and multifamily starts plummeting by 21.7% (or 83,000 units). This retreat in multifamily starts marked the lowest level since April 2020.
Additionally, residential permits decreased more than expected in March, falling by 4.3% month-over-month to 1.46 million annualized units. This included a 5.7% drop in single-family permits—the first decline in fifteen months—and a 1.2% reduction in multifamily permits.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Rising &amp; Falling</h3>
The weakest performers among real estate stocks with a market cap of at least $1 billion on Wednesday were:
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<td>Prologis, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLD#NYSE">PLD</a>)</td>
<td>-6.55%</td>
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<tr>
<td>First Industrial Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FR#NYSE">FR</a>)</td>
<td>-3.33%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>STAG Industrial, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STAG#NYSE">STAG</a>)</td>
<td>-2.89%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EastGroup Properties, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EGP#NYSE">EGP</a>)</td>
<td>-2.89%</td>
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<tr>
<td>Rexford Industrial Realty, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/REXR#NYSE">REXR</a>)</td>
<td>-2.35%</td>
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Those showing the highest gains were: 
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<th>Name</th>
<th>1-day %chg</th>
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<td>SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SLG#NYSE">SLG</a>)</td>
<td>3.18%</td>
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<td>Opendoor Technologies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OPEN#NYSE">OPEN</a>)</td>
<td>2.55%</td>
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<td>Medical Properties Trust, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MPW#NYSE">MPW</a>)</td>
<td>2.49%</td>
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<td>eXp World Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EXPI#NYSE">EXPI</a>)</td>
<td>2.32%</td>
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<td>Vornado Realty Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VNO#NYSE">VNO</a>) </td>
<td>2.25%</td>
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</tbody>
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<h3>Companies Reporting Before The Bell</h3>
&bull; ASML Holding (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ASML#NASDAQ">ASML</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $3.43 per share on revenue of $6.13 billion.
&bull; VinFast Auto (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VFS#NASDAQ">VFS</a>) is expected to report earnings for its first quarter.
&bull; Prologis (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLD#NYSE">PLD</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $1.28 per share on revenue of $1.86 billion.
&bull; Abbott Laboratories (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ABT#NYSE">ABT</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.96 per share on revenue of $9.89 billion.
&bull; First Horizon (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FHN#NYSE">FHN</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.34 per share on revenue of $809.71 million.
&bull; U.S. Bancorp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/USB#NYSE">USB</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.88 per share on revenue of $6.72 billion.
&bull; Travelers Companies (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TRV#NYSE">TRV</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $4.81 per share on revenue of $10.49 billion.
&bull; BankUnited (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BKU#NYSE">BKU</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.60 per share on revenue of $240.01 million.
&bull; Citizens Financial Group (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CFG#NYSE">CFG</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.74 per share on revenue of $1.96 billion.
<h3>Companies Reporting After The Bell</h3>
&bull; Exela Technologies (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XELA#NASDAQ">XELA</a>) is likely to report earnings for its first quarter.
&bull; Home Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HBCP#NASDAQ">HBCP</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.97 per share on revenue of $28.45 million.
&bull; Monarch Casino &amp; Resort (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCRI#NASDAQ">MCRI</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.96 per share on revenue of $122.32 million.
&bull; Las Vegas Sands (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LVS#NYSE">LVS</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.62 per share on revenue of $2.94 billion.
&bull; Cohen &amp; Steers (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CNS#NYSE">CNS</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.71 per share on revenue of $127.43 million.
&bull; Kinder Morgan (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KMI#NYSE">KMI</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.34 per share on revenue of $4.47 billion.
&bull; Brandywine Realty Tr (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BDN#NYSE">BDN</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.24 per share on revenue of $129.70 million.
&bull; First Industrial Realty (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FR#NYSE">FR</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.62 per share on revenue of $161.53 million.
&bull; Equifax (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EFX#NYSE">EFX</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $1.43 per share on revenue of $1.40 billion.
&bull; Alcoa (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AA#NYSE">AA</a>) is projected to report quarterly loss at $0.43 per share on revenue of $2.58 billion.
&bull; Rexford Industrial Realty (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/REXR#NYSE">REXR</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.57 per share on revenue of $207.33 million.
&bull; Triumph Financial (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TFIN#NASDAQ">TFIN</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.34 per share on revenue of $106.01 million.
&bull; SL Green Realty (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SLG#NYSE">SLG</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $2.15 per share on revenue of $158.04 million.
&bull; Old Second Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OSBC#NASDAQ">OSBC</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.46 per share on revenue of $69.80 million.
&bull; Great Southern Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GSBC#NASDAQ">GSBC</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $1.04 per share on revenue of $47.52 million.
&bull; Synovus Finl (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SNV#NYSE">SNV</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.99 per share on revenue of $548.06 million.
&bull; F N B (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FNB#NYSE">FNB</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.34 per share on revenue of $407.30 million.
&bull; Liberty Energy (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LBRT#NYSE">LBRT</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.56 per share on revenue of $1.09 billion.
&bull; Discover Finl (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DFS#NYSE">DFS</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $2.99 per share on revenue of $4.05 billion.
&bull; Bank OZK (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OZK#NASDAQ">OZK</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $1.46 per share on revenue of $397.07 million.
&bull; CSX (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CSX#NASDAQ">CSX</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.45 per share on revenue of $3.67 billion.
&bull; Wintrust Finl (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WTFC#NASDAQ">WTFC</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $2.44 per share on revenue of $579.20 million.
&bull; Banner (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BANR#NASDAQ">BANR</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $1.13 per share on revenue of $135.76 million.
&bull; Martin Midstream Partners (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MMLP#NASDAQ">MMLP</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.07 per share on revenue of $197.40 million.
&bull; Crown Castle (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CCI#NYSE">CCI</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $1.71 per share on revenue of $1.63 billion.
&bull; Marten Transport (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRTN#NASDAQ">MRTN</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.16 per share on revenue of $272.17 million.
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Industrial real estate investment trusts (REITs) own and manage income-generating industrial properties, such as warehouses, distribution centers, logistics facilities, and manufacturing plants, and generate income by leasing the properties.
Investors in industrial REITs can benefit from the demand for space in the logistics and manufacturing sectors. The growth of e-commerce and the need for efficient supply chain management have contributed to the growth of the space in recent years. Similar to other REITs, industrial REITs are required to distribute a significant portion of their income to shareholders in the form of dividends.
If you're interested in investing in industrial REITs, here are two you could buy today.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">EastGroup Properties, Inc.</h2>
EastGroup Properties (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EGP#NYSE">EGP</a>) owns and manages a portfolio of industrial properties located in major Sunbelt markets with a focus on Florida, Texas, Arizona, California, and North Carolina. Its portfolio, including development projects and value-add acquisitions in lease-up and under construction, currently includes approximately 59 million square feet.
EastGroup currently pays a quarterly dividend of $1.27 per share, equating to an annualized rate of $5.08 per share, which gives its stock a yield of about 2.85% at the time of this writing.
On top of offering a high yield, EastGroup is a dividend-growth superstar. It has paid dividends for 31 consecutive years with 27 years of increases and zero reductions, including increases in <a href="https://investor.eastgroup.net/2024-03-08-EastGroup-Properties-Announces-177th-Consecutive-Quarterly-Cash-Dividend">each of the last 12 years</a>.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">First Industrial Realty Trust, Inc.</h2>
First Industrial Realty Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FR#NYSE">FR</a>) owns and operates a portfolio of logistics properties containing approximately 68.5 million square feet of industrial space. Its properties are concentrated in 15 major markets, including Atlanta, Baltimore, Central and South Florida, Chicago, Cincinnati, Dallas, Detroit, Nashville, Phoenix, and Seattle.
First Industrial currently pays a quarterly dividend of $0.37 per share, equating to an annualized dividend of $1.48 per share, which gives its stock a yield of about 2.8% at the time of this writing.
While its yield may not be eye-popping, First Industrial has shown a strong dedication to growing its dividend. It has raised its annual dividend payment for 10 consecutive years, and its 15.6% hike in February has it on track for 2024 to mark the 11th consecutive year with an increase.
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As the real estate investment landscape continues to evolve, investors seek stable returns and diversification through real estate investment trusts (REITs). Among the myriad of options available, two REITs stand out for their exceptional performance and strategic positioning in the market. Let's take a look at each.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">EPR Properties</h2>
EPR Properties (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EPR#NYSE">EPR</a>) is a leading owner and manager of experiential real estate. Its portfolio currently consists of <a href="https://eprkc.com/who-we-are/about-epr/">359</a> entertainment, recreation, education, and leisure properties, including movie theaters, golf ranges, waterparks, amusement parks, fitness centers, private schools, and early childhood education centers.
EPR Properties currently pays a monthly dividend of $0.285 per share, equating to an annualized dividend of $3.42 per share and giving its stock a yield of about 8.1% today.
EPR had an impressive track record of dividend growth before it was forced to suspend its dividend as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic. However, with operations back to normal, the company is on pace for 2024 to mark the third consecutive year in which it has raised its annual dividend payment, and this could be the start to a very long streak.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">First Industrial Realty Trust</h2>
First Industrial Realty Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FR#NYSE">FR</a>) owns and operates a portfolio of logistics properties containing approximately 68.5 million square feet of industrial space. Its properties are concentrated in 15 major markets, including Atlanta, Baltimore, Central and South Florida, Chicago, Cincinnati, Dallas, Detroit, Nashville, Phoenix, and Seattle.
First Industrial currently pays a quarterly dividend of $0.37 per share, equating to an annualized dividend of $1.48 per share and giving its stock a yield of about 2.8% today.
While its yield is not nearly as high as EPR's, First Industrial has a long streak of dividend raises. It has raised its annual dividend payment for 10 consecutive years, and its 15.6% hike in February has it on track for 2024 to mark the 11th consecutive year with an increase.
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