Saul CentersNYSE: BFS

Saul Centers (BFS) came out with quarterly funds from operations (FFO) of $0.83 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.80 per share. This compares to FFO of $0.76 per share a year ago.

Saul Centers (BFS) could be a great choice for investors looking to make a profit from fundamentally strong stocks that are currently on the move. It is one of the several stocks that made it through our "Recent Price Strength" screen.

Real Estate Investment Trusts are ideal for retirees due to their legally mandated high dividend payouts, providing steady and reliable income. Saul Centers and American Assets Trust are two REITs with solid fundamentals and reliable dividends. Saul Centers focuses on shopping centers in the Baltimore/DC area, showing steady financial growth and maintaining a comfortable payout ratio.

Brixmor Property, Tanger and Saul Centers have been highlighted in this Industry Outlook article.

Amid limited supply and an emphasis on omnichannel retailing, adaptability and essential retail tenants, the Zacks REIT and Equity Trust - Retail industry stocks BRX, SKT and BFS are in focus.

Saul Centers is a reliable income option for income-oriented investors, offering a decent yield of roughly 6% and solid fundamentals. Despite a flat share price, Saul Centers has strong dividend coverage, growth potential, and an attractive valuation for long-term income-focused investors. The REIT's well-laddered debt maturities, strong dividend profile, and potential for growth make it a solid choice for long-term income investors.

BETHESDA, Md. , June 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Saul Centers, Inc. (NYSE: BFS) has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.59 per share on its common stock, to be paid on July 31, 2024, to holders of record on July 15, 2024.

Saul Centers is a retail REIT that focuses on the acquisition, development, and management of shopping centers, as well as mixed-use assets. Despite the lack of specific growth drivers, the market in which it operates along with its resilient tenant base can preserve present profitability. Given its high but safe dividend yield and significant NAV discount, BFS represents a get-paid-to-wait opportunity.

Saul Centers (BFS) came out with quarterly funds from operations (FFO) of $0.78 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.76 per share. This compares to FFO of $0.78 per share a year ago.