Medical Properties Trust Defies Skeptics: Q3 Beat and Buyback Ignite 6%‑Yield REIT Rally
Shares of Medical Properties Trust closed near $5.00 on Oct. 30, 2025, up 3–4% after Q3 earnings beat expectations, valuing the company at $3 billion. Management authorized a $150 million share buyback and reported improved rent collections. The REIT pays a quarterly dividend of $0.08 per share after recent cuts. Short interest remains high at 37% of float, while institutional ownership stands at 58%.