LTC Properties (LTC) Stock Overview
A real estate investment trust (REIT) focused on seniors housing and health care properties, principally investing through SHOP, as well as triple-net leases, and joint ventures. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 5/6 |
| Future Growth | 2/6 |
| Past Performance | 3/6 |
| Financial Health | 2/6 |
| Dividends | 5/6 |
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | US$37.91 |
| 52 Week High | US$40.80 |
| 52 Week Low | US$33.64 |
| Beta | 0.59 |
| 1 Month Change | -4.27% |
| 3 Month Change | -3.76% |
| 1 Year Change | 5.33% |
| 3 Year Change | 16.65% |
| 5 Year Change | -3.02% |
| Change since IPO | 279.10% |
Recent News & Updates
Narrative Update • Apr 30
LTC: Fairly Valued View Will Weigh 2026 EPS Guidance Against Higher P/E Assumptions
Analysts have adjusted their price target on LTC Properties to $41.29, reflecting updated assumptions for the discount rate, long term revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E following recent upward target revisions from the Street. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts view the recent price target increases as a sign that updated assumptions around revenue growth and margins support a higher valuation base for LTC Properties.Seeking Alpha • Apr 29
LTC Properties: A Monthly Income REIT In The Senior-Care Niche
Summary LTC Properties (LTC) gets its prior hold rating reaffirmed, and agreeing with the latest neutral consensus this week. Key strengths are macro demand for senior and skilled nursing facilities, as well as a trend of portfolio growth that could drive upside. This REIT pays a monthly dividend which could be an income idea, but has not proven itself as a steady growth idea. Risks like operator risk exposure, interest rate risk, and exposure to a loan portfolio have been covered in this article. The price forecast indicates a limited upside in the near term. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaRecent updates
Narrative Update • Apr 30
LTC: Fairly Valued View Will Weigh 2026 EPS Guidance Against Higher P/E Assumptions
Analysts have adjusted their price target on LTC Properties to $41.29, reflecting updated assumptions for the discount rate, long term revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E following recent upward target revisions from the Street. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts view the recent price target increases as a sign that updated assumptions around revenue growth and margins support a higher valuation base for LTC Properties.Seeking Alpha • Apr 29
LTC Properties: A Monthly Income REIT In The Senior-Care Niche
Summary LTC Properties (LTC) gets its prior hold rating reaffirmed, and agreeing with the latest neutral consensus this week. Key strengths are macro demand for senior and skilled nursing facilities, as well as a trend of portfolio growth that could drive upside. This REIT pays a monthly dividend which could be an income idea, but has not proven itself as a steady growth idea. Risks like operator risk exposure, interest rate risk, and exposure to a loan portfolio have been covered in this article. The price forecast indicates a limited upside in the near term. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaNarrative Update • Apr 15
LTC: Fairly Valued View Will Weigh 2026 EPS Guidance Against Higher P/E Assumptions
Analysts have lifted their price target on LTC Properties by a few dollars to reflect updated assumptions around discount rates and future P/E, while keeping fair value and key growth and margin inputs broadly unchanged. Analyst Commentary Recent price target revisions on LTC Properties reflect updated views on discount rates and assumed future P/E levels, rather than major changes to the underlying growth or margin framework.Narrative Update • Apr 01
LTC: Fairly Valued View Will Weigh 2026 Earnings Guidance Against Higher P/E Assumptions
Analysts have raised their price target for LTC Properties to about $41.29 from roughly $40.57, citing recent Street research and updated assumptions for the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research points to a slightly higher fair value for LTC Properties, with analysts adjusting their models to reflect updated views on discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E assumptions.Narrative Update • Mar 17
LTC: Fairly Valued Outlook Will Weigh SHOP Acquisitions Against 2026 Earnings Targets
Analysts have adjusted their price target on LTC Properties to $40.57 from $39.29, reflecting updated assumptions for fair value, discount rate, and future P/E that modestly lift their valuation view. What's in the News LTC Properties issued earnings guidance for Q1 2026, expecting diluted earnings per common share of $0.60 to $0.62 (Company guidance).Narrative Update • Mar 03
LTC: Fairly Valued Outlook Balances SHOP Acquisitions And 2026 Earnings Guidance
Analysts have raised their price target for LTC Properties from about $37.83 to roughly $39.29 per share, reflecting updated views on fair value, revenue growth, profit margins and future price-to-earnings (P/E) expectations. What's in the News LTC Properties issued earnings guidance for the first quarter of 2026, with expected diluted earnings per common share in a range of $0.60 to $0.62 (company guidance).Seeking Alpha • Mar 01
LTC Properties: FAD To Resume Growth Amid Ample Expansion Opportunities
Summary LTC Properties is a healthcare REIT focused on assisted living and skilled nursing facilities, offering a mix of equity and debt financing. The company's FAD per share decreased in 2024 due to recent equity issuance. The capital increase coupled with strong stock performance has lowered the debt portion in enterprise value to only 29%. This low leverage allows the company to tap ample growth initiatives at attractive terms relative to the REIT's valuation, confirming a Buy rating for the shares. Operating performance remains stable, but downside risks remain if tenant bankruptcies increase. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jan 01
LTC Properties: Pullback Makes This 6.6% Monthly Payer Attractive, But Still A Hold
Summary LTC Properties' recent price decline presents a potential buying opportunity for income-focused investors, with a 6.6% dividend yield and solid financials. The REIT's Q3 earnings beat expectations, showing strong FFO and revenue growth despite a challenging interest rate environment. LTC has a formidable balance sheet, with significant liquidity and reduced leverage, positioning it well for future investment opportunities. Despite the attractive yield, I recommend waiting for a further price drop to $30-31 due to inflation uncertainties and potential rate hikes. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Dec 19
LTC Properties: Steady Growth Set To Continue In 2025
Summary LTC Properties is a healthcare REIT specializing in assisted living and skilled living facilities. Pure real estate investments represent circa 80.8% of the REIT's balance sheet, leaving 19.2% for mortgages and notes receivables. Q3 2024 results showed a 3% Y/Y increase in funds available for distribution, a trend I expect to continue in 2025. The company remains attractive on a cash flow multiple and market-implied cap rate basis, setting the stage for further VNQ outperformance. Key risks to consider include an elevated concentration in two tenants and the company's market-implied cap rate falling to private sector levels. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Oct 03
LTC Properties May Only Grow A Little
Summary LTC Properties has maintained a consistent $2.28 annual dividend since 2019, weathering economic disruptions, and currently offers a 6% yield. LTC's business model focuses on senior housing and healthcare facilities, with revenue from triple-net leases and interest income from mortgage loans and joint ventures. Future growth potential is supported by Fed rate cuts, an aging population, and Medicare/Medicaid funding, though government regulation may limit revenue growth. With a middling yield and potentially light growth, LTC stands as a dependable Hold among REITs. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
New Narrative • Sep 24
Critical Shifts And Deferred Rents Threaten To Disturb Financial Stability
LTC Properties' strategic adjustments, including rent deferrals and shifts to joint venture investments, hint at potential liquidity concerns and impact on future earnings.Shareholder Returns
| LTC | US Health Care REITs | US Market | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7D | -3.1% | -0.7% | -0.9% |
| 1Y | 5.3% | 31.4% | 24.4% |
Return vs Industry: LTC underperformed the US Health Care REITs industry which returned 35.9% over the past year.
Return vs Market: LTC underperformed the US Market which returned 26.7% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| LTC volatility | |
|---|---|
| LTC Average Weekly Movement | 2.8% |
| Health Care REITs Industry Average Movement | 4.0% |
| Market Average Movement | 7.2% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in US Market | 16.2% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in US Market | 3.1% |
Stable Share Price: LTC has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the US market.
Volatility Over Time: LTC's weekly volatility (3%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | 25 | Pam Shelley-Kessler | www.LTCreit.com |
LTC Properties, Inc. is a real estate investment trust (REIT) focused on seniors housing and health care properties, principally investing through SHOP, as well as triple-net leases, and joint ventures. The Company’s portfolio includes nearly 190 properties throughout the United States. Based on gross real estate investments, approximately 64% of the Company’s assets are seniors housing communities with the remainder skilled nursing centers.
LTC Properties, Inc. Fundamentals Summary
| LTC fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | US$1.96b |
| Earnings (TTM) | US$120.20m |
| Revenue (TTM) | US$301.03m |
16.1x
P/E Ratio6.4x
P/S RatioIs LTC overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| LTC income statement (TTM) | |
|---|---|
| Revenue | US$301.03m |
| Cost of Revenue | US$107.82m |
| Gross Profit | US$193.21m |
| Other Expenses | US$73.01m |
| Earnings | US$120.20m |
Last Reported Earnings
Mar 31, 2026
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 2.35 |
| Gross Margin | 64.18% |
| Net Profit Margin | 39.93% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 73.3% |
How did LTC perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonDividends
6.0%
Current Dividend Yield131%
Payout RatioDoes LTC pay a reliable dividends?
See LTC dividend history and benchmarks| LTC Properties dividend dates | |
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| Ex Dividend Date | May 21 2026 |
| Dividend Pay Date | May 29 2026 |
| Days until Ex dividend | 4 days |
| Days until Dividend pay date | 12 days |
Does LTC pay a reliable dividends?
See LTC dividend history and benchmarksCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/15 17:56 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/15 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.
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Analyst Sources
LTC Properties, Inc. is covered by 23 analysts. 5 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Steven Valiquette | Barclays |
| Steven Valiquette | Barclays |
| null null | BMO Capital Markets Equity Research |