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The Hidden Risk in High Yield REIT ETFs: Distributions Collapse When Sector Stalls
View original at finance.yahoo.comThe Hidden Risk in High Yield REIT ETFs: Distributions Collapse When Sector Stalls Quick Read ALPS REIT Dividend Dogs ETF (RDOG) — 6.33% yield backed by legally mandated REIT distributions, but quarterly payments fluctuate 10-15%…
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At 4.3%, the 10-year is still elevated enough to keep borrowing costs above the post-2020 lows that REITs thrived in
60% confidenceREITs are legally required to distribute at least 90% of taxable income to shareholders
60% confidenceLower rates reduce refinancing pressure across the portfolio, which supports dividend capacity
60% confidenceRDOG's dividend contracted sharply in 2021 to $0.23, showing sector stress can slash payouts dramatically despite current rate tailwinds
60% confidenceRising operating costs from inflation compress REIT margins while 4.3% Treasury rates keep borrowing costs elevated, limiting dividend growth potential
60% confidence
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| Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System · fed funds rate | 3.75 percent |
| Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System · fed funds rate | 4.5 percent |