**********Monthly dividend raised to $0.2705; yield ~5.3%** [developing] [developing] [developing] [developing]
Key Questions
What is the new monthly dividend amount for Realty Income?
Realty Income has increased its monthly dividend to $0.2705 per share, which annualizes to $3.246. This dividend is payable on April 15, 2026.
How many consecutive monthly dividend increases has Realty Income achieved?
This marks the 134th consecutive monthly dividend increase, equivalent to 670 months straight or 32 years as a dividend aristocrat.
What is the current dividend yield for Realty Income?
The yield is approximately 5.2-5.3% based on mid-$60s share prices, with forward yield at 5.22% and Motley Fool reconfirming 5.26%.
What supports Realty Income's dividend growth?
The increase is backed by 15 years of AFFO growth and its reputation for inflation-resilient income through 32 years of hikes and international growth.
Why is Realty Income recommended for long-term income?
Seeking Alpha highlights Realty Income as a compelling 'Buy' for built-to-last income, alongside Brookfield Infrastructure Partners, due to its consistent dividend track record.
Realty Income increased its monthly dividend to $0.2705 (annualized $3.246), payable April 15, 2026, marking the 134th consecutive increase (670 months straight, 32yr aristocrat). Yield ~5.2-5.3% at mid-$60s prices (FWD 5.22%, Motley Fool 5.26% reconfirmed as best monthly div stock w/57yr hist/4.2%CAGR); 15th year AFFO growth; Seeking Alpha/Motley Fool/Nasdaq reinforces inflation-resilient income vs peers, Globe&Mail/MEXC echo. Recent article confirms upcoming Apr15 payout.