Overall Rating


(3.2/5) Neutral

Health Care REIT (HCN)

Price*: $34.50 | Dividend: $2.64 | Dividend Yield: 7.65%

Recommendation Info
We downgraded this stock from the "Recommended" list on 10/9/08, at a price of 47.71.
Dividend Stock Ratings Breakdown Dividend Stock Ratings Breakdown
1. Relative Strength   What's This?

Stock is slightly underperforming.
2. Overall Yield Attractiveness   What's This?

Stock's dividend yield is attractive.
3. Dividend Reliability   What's This?

This rating is directly related to the length and consistency of a company's dividend payouts.
4. Dividend Uptrend   What's This?

Dividend payouts are consistent, but increases small.
5. Earnings Growth   What's This?

Earnings estimates have been cut slightly.
Price and Dividend Info Price and Dividend Info
Health Care REIT (HCN)
Previous Day's Closing Price*
$34.50
Annual Stock Dividend
$2.64
Current Dividend Yield
7.65%

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Company Profile Company Profile

Health Care REIT- (HCN)-is an equity real estate investment trust that invests across the full spectrum of senior housing and health care real estate, including independent living/continuing care retirement communities, assisted living facilities, skilled nursing facilities, hospitals, long-term acute care hospitals and medical office buildings. Founded in 1970, the company was the first real estate investment trust to invest exclusively in health care facilities. The company also offers a full array of property management and development services. As of March 31, 2008, the company’s broadly diversified portfolio consisted of 646 properties in 38 states. As a REIT, capital gains are accounted for differently, so please consult with a tax advisor.

Dividend Stock Recommendation - Neutral Recommendation

Based on our rating criteria, this stock has achieved a "Neutral" rating. Stocks with a neutral rating are considered mediocre investments in terms of expected price growth and dividend payments.

Stock Notes Stock Notes

This mid cap stock does not make an attractive dividend stock investment at this time.

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