Welltower Dividends and Buybacks
Dividend criteria checks 2/6
Welltower is a dividend paying company with a current yield of 1.25% that is well covered by earnings.
Key information
1.3%
Dividend yield
-5.1%
Buyback Yield
| Total Shareholder Yield | -3.8% |
| Future Dividend Yield | 1.7% |
| Dividend Growth | -3.8% |
| Next dividend pay date | n/a |
| Ex dividend date | n/a |
| Dividend per share | n/a |
| Payout ratio | 97% |
Recent dividend and buyback updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • Jun 18
WELL: Medium Term Guidance And Capital Recycling Will Drive Fair Value
Analysts have raised their price target for Welltower stock from $191.07 to $202.13 as they refine their models around discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E assumptions. What’s in the News for Welltower Welltower reported Q1 2026 normalized funds from operations of $1.47 per share, a 23% year-over-year increase, with revenue growth above 38% and total portfolio same-store NOI growth of 16.4%, driven largely by its senior housing operating portfolio, according to recent earnings coverage.
Narrative Update • Jun 03
WELL: Data Platform And Higher Margins Will Support Future Upside Potential
Analysts have lifted their price target on Welltower from $260.00 to about $271.37, citing updated assumptions around fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E that collectively support a higher valuation framework. What's in the News Welltower reported Q1 2026 normalized FFO of $1.47 per share, 23% higher year over year, with revenue growth of 38.3% and same store NOI growth of 16.4%, supported by seniors housing occupancy at 88.8% (Source: Q1 2026 earnings reports).
Narrative Update • May 14
WELL: Data Science Partnership And 2026 Earnings Outlook Will Support Balanced View
Analysts have raised their price target for Welltower to $233.50 from $229.25, citing updated assumptions related to revenue growth, profit margins, the discount rate, and future P/E levels. What's in the News Welltower updated its earnings guidance for the year ending December 31, 2026, with net income attributable to common stockholders now guided to a range of $3.24 to $3.38 per diluted share, compared with the prior range of $3.11 to $3.27 (company guidance).Seeking Alpha • May 01
Welltower: A Premium REIT At An Overextended Price
Summary Welltower Inc. is a top-tier REIT with strong fundamentals, robust FFO growth, and disciplined capital allocation. WELL's SHO segment drove Q1'26 FFO up 23% YoY, with same-store NOI growth of 22.1% and occupancy at 88.8%. Despite operational excellence, WELL trades at a 33x P/FFO—over 30% above its historical average and 131% above peers, making current valuation difficult to justify. I rate WELL a 'sell' at $217, with a more attractive entry in the $155–$165 range when valuation better reflects premium quality. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaNarrative Update • Apr 29
WELL: Data Science Partnership And 2026 Guidance Will Support Balanced Outlook
Analysts have made a small adjustment to Welltower's price target to $229.25. This reflects updated views on fair value, discount rate assumptions, profit margin expectations, and a revised future P/E estimate.Narrative Update • Apr 14
WELL: Data Partnership And Higher Margins Will Support Future Upside Potential
Analysts now see Welltower's fair value at $260.00, compared with $251.51 previously. This reflects their updated views on growth, margins, discount rate and future P/E assumptions.Narrative Update • Mar 31
WELL: Data Science Alliance And 2026 Earnings Outlook Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have raised their price target for Welltower from $228.10 to $229.30, reflecting updated assumptions related to discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E expectations. What's in the News Welltower and Public Storage announced a data science partnership that combines Welltower's capital allocation models with Public Storage's operational and pricing analytics to support more targeted real estate investments and operations (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Mar 17
WELL: 2026 Earnings Outlook And Data Partnership Will Shape Future Income
Analysts have raised their price target on Welltower to $228.10 from $218.80, reflecting updated assumptions that include a slightly lower discount rate, a modest adjustment to revenue growth expectations, firmer profit margin inputs near 14%, and a higher future P/E of about 98x. What's in the News Welltower and Public Storage announced a data science partnership that combines Welltower's capital allocation modeling with Public Storage's operational analytics to support capital deployment and operating decisions across both businesses (Key Developments).
New Narrative • Mar 16
Leveraging the Senior Housing Supply Gap
Business Overview Welltower is one of the largest healthcare real estate investment trusts globally, with a market capitalization of approximately US$145 billion. The company owns a diversified portfolio of senior housing communities, outpatient medical facilities and post-acute care properties across the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom.Narrative Update • Mar 03
WELL: Medium Term Guidance And Updated Assumptions Will Shape Fair Value
Analysts have lifted their price target for Welltower from about $145 to roughly $191, citing updated assumptions for fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E, which together support a higher long term valuation framework. What's in the News Welltower issued earnings guidance for the year ending December 31, 2026, giving investors a frame of reference for its medium term outlook.Narrative Update • Feb 16
WELL: 2026 Earnings Outlook And Higher Fair Value Will Shape Future Income
Analysts now set their price target for Welltower at $218.80, up from $207.38. This reflects updated views on revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E assumptions.Narrative Update • Feb 02
WELL: Higher Profitability Assumptions Will Support Future Upside Potential
Analysts have raised their fair value estimate for Welltower to $251.51, citing slightly higher assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins, the discount rate, and future P/E as the basis for the updated price target. Valuation Changes Fair Value Estimate was adjusted from $248.75 to $251.51, reflecting a small upward revision in the modeled valuation.Narrative Update • Jan 19
WELL: Expanded Equity Will Fund Prospective UK Care Acquisition Opportunity
Analysts have inched their price target for Welltower lower by about US$0.05. This reflects small updates to their fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E assumptions.Narrative Update • Jan 05
WELL: Expanded Equity Capacity Will Support Prospective UK Senior Care Acquisition
Analysts have nudged their price target on Welltower slightly lower to US$248.80 from US$250.84, citing updated assumptions around revenue growth, profit margins, and a higher future P/E multiple. What's in the News Welltower filed a follow on equity offering for up to US$7.5b in common stock, structured as an at the market program.Narrative Update • Dec 18
WELL: Expanded Equity Capacity Will Support Prospective UK Senior Care Acquisition
Analysts have lifted their price target on Welltower materially, from approximately $208 to $251 per share, citing expectations for slightly faster revenue growth, stronger profit margins, and a modestly lower future P/E multiple despite a higher discount rate. What's in the News Filed a new at-the-market follow-on equity shelf for up to $7.5 billion of common stock, expanding financial flexibility for future investments and debt reduction (regulatory filing).Narrative Update • Dec 04
WELL: Equity Issuance And Acquisition Plans Will Shape Future Income Outlook
Analysts have raised their price target for Welltower by approximately $8.40 per share to about $207.40. This reflects expectations for stronger revenue growth that more than offset a modestly lower profit margin outlook and a slightly higher assumed valuation multiple.Narrative Update • Nov 20
WELL: Equity Offerings And Margin Improvement Will Offset Lower Income Outlook
Analysts have raised their price target for Welltower from $192.90 to $198.95, citing improved profit margins and a modestly higher discount rate in their latest assessment. What's in the News Welltower has filed a Follow-on Equity Offering totaling $7.5 billion, issuing common stock through an at-the-market offering.Narrative Update • Nov 05
WELL: Forward Equity Offerings And Margin Gains Will Balance Lower Guidance
Analysts have raised their price target for Welltower from $187.43 to $192.90. They cite improved profit margins and a lowered discount rate, even though revenue growth expectations are moderating.Narrative Update • Oct 22
Analysts Lift Welltower Price Target Amid Raised Guidance and Improved Valuation Metrics
Analysts have slightly raised their price target for Welltower. They now estimate fair value at $187.43 per share, compared to the previous $186.81, citing incremental improvements in key valuation metrics.Narrative Update • Oct 08
Private Fund Management And Acquisitions Will Improve Operational Efficiency
Analysts have raised their price target for Welltower to $186.81 from $184.60, reflecting modest improvements in projected fair value and slightly lower discount rate assumptions. What's in the News On July 28, 2025, Welltower's Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.74 per share.Narrative Update • Sep 24
Private Fund Management And Acquisitions Will Improve Operational Efficiency
Welltower’s consensus price target increased as improved net profit margin and a modestly lower future P/E signal incremental enhancements in profitability and valuation, lifting fair value from $180.37 to $184.60. What's in the News Welltower did not repurchase any shares in the latest buyback tranche, completing 0% of the previously announced buyback program.Narrative Update • Sep 04
Private Fund Management And Acquisitions Will Improve Operational Efficiency
With analyst reasoning unavailable and both revenue growth and discount rate estimates unchanged, the consensus analyst price target for Welltower remained steady at $178.47. What's in the News Welltower repurchased 0 shares for $0 million from April 1, 2025 to June 30, 2025, completing 0% of the buyback announced earlier.Seeking Alpha • Feb 19
Welltower Stock: Long-Term Potential Vs. Near-Term Risks
Summary Welltower has shown impressive operational performance, particularly in its senior housing segment, but its current valuation suggests waiting for a better entry point. WELL benefits from favorable demographics and strong growth in senior housing, with significant occupancy gains and margin expansion driving its success. Despite strong financial metrics and a robust balance sheet, Welltower’s stock price appears overvalued, trading at a high multiple compared to sector averages. Long-term growth prospects remain strong, but the current price leaves little margin of safety, making it prudent to wait for a more attractive entry point. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Dec 01
Welltower REIT Became Too Pricey
Summary Welltower Inc. has shown strong financial performance, driven by impressive growth in its senior housing operating portfolio (SHOP) and strategic acquisitions. The company has successfully deleveraged its balance sheet, maintaining significant liquidity and funding acquisitions, while enhancing its operating system and paying dividends. Despite strong growth and favorable demographic trends, WELL's stock appears overvalued, with a premium price and lower-than-historical dividend yield. Given the current valuation, I recommend a "Hold" rating, suggesting the stock needs to drop about 20% to become a "Buy" again. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Nov 16
Welltower: Senior Housing Isn't A Growth Stock
Summary Welltower, Inc. is a REIT focused on senior housing and medical properties, benefiting from an aging population but currently offering a modest 2% dividend yield. The company's dividend has declined from $3.48 per share (2017-2019) to $2.44 in 2023, despite revenue recovery post-COVID. Concerns include low property yields, leverage risks, and reliance on private-pay residents, which may not support long-term dividend growth. Given these issues and the lack of a compelling margin of safety, I rate WELL as a Hold. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Sep 02
Welltower: Aging Gracefully Or Out Of Touch? Stock That's Priced For Perfection
Summary Welltower Inc. has seen a 49% stock increase and a steady 2% dividend over the past year, outperforming the REIT sector significantly. Despite favorable demographic trends and a solid portfolio, Welltower's AFFO growth per share has been lackluster, raising concerns about future dividend growth. The company's current valuation appears high, with a forward P/AFFO and P/FFO well above sector medians, suggesting limited upside potential. Given the high valuation and modest AFFO growth, I rate Welltower as a 'sell' despite its positive long-term industry tailwinds. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
New Narrative • Aug 20
Decisive Acquisitions And Operational Efficiencies Propel Senior Housing Leader To New Heights
Welltower's strategic focus on improving senior housing occupancy and acquisitions aimed at portfolio expansion are designed to drive revenue and NOI growth.Stability and Growth of Payments
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Stable Dividend: WELL's dividend payments have been volatile in the past 10 years.
Growing Dividend: WELL's dividend payments have fallen over the past 10 years.
Dividend Yield vs Market
| Welltower Dividend Yield vs Market |
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| Segment | Dividend Yield |
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| Company (WELL) | 1.3% |
| Market Bottom 25% (US) | 1.3% |
| Market Top 25% (US) | 4.1% |
| Industry Average (Health Care REITs) | 2.5% |
| Analyst forecast (WELL) (up to 3 years) | 1.7% |
Notable Dividend: WELL's dividend (1.25%) isn’t notable compared to the bottom 25% of dividend payers in the US market (1.35%).
High Dividend: WELL's dividend (1.25%) is low compared to the top 25% of dividend payers in the US market (4.12%).
Earnings Payout to Shareholders
Earnings Coverage: At its current payout ratio (96.6%), WELL's payments are covered by earnings.
Cash Payout to Shareholders
Cash Flow Coverage: With its reasonable cash payout ratio (70.8%), WELL's dividend payments are covered by cash flows.
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/07/06 05:31 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/07/02 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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Analyst Sources
Welltower Inc. is covered by 46 analysts. 9 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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| David Rodgers | Baird |
| Amanda Sweitzer | Baird |
| Joshua Raskin | Barclays |