EPR Properties is upgraded to Strong Buy, driven by robust AFFO growth, portfolio diversification, and a compelling, sustainable 7.3% yield. EPR accelerates its shift away from theaters, executing $168.3M in dispositions and acquiring $342M in regional parks recently, targeting less than 20% theater exposure within 3-5 years. Guidance for 2026 anticipates FFO/share of $5.28–$5.48, with $400–$500M in investment spending and $25–$75M in dispositions.

EPR Properties and Capital Southwest offer monthly dividends with average yields near 10%, providing reliable income amid market volatility. EPR trades at a forward P/AFFO of 9.25x, with a 7.3% yield, strong fundamentals, and a strategic shift away from theaters supporting long-term growth. CSWC, yielding 11.94%, benefits from a premium to NAV, low leverage (0.89x), robust undistributed taxable income, and no debt maturities until 2028.

KANSAS CITY, Mo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--EPR Properties (NYSE: EPR) announced closing of 6 US parks as part of previously announced acquisition of 7-park portfolio from Six Flags (NYSE: FUN).

CHARLOTTE, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--SIX FLAGS COMPLETES SALE OF SIX U.S. PARKS TO EPR PROPERTIES.

Allspring Global Investments Holdings LLC lifted its stake in EPR Properties (NYSE: EPR) by 5.4% in the fourth quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The institutional investor owned 210,843 shares of the real estate investment trust's stock after purchasing an additional 10,806 shares during the

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