Ventas Stock Price, News & Analysis

Ventas (NYSE: VTR) has announced its definitive merger agreement to acquire New Senior Investment Group (NYSE: SNR) for approximately $2.3 billion, inclusive of $1.5 billion in New Senior debt. Shareholders of New Senior will receive 0.1561 shares of Ventas stock per share of New Senior, valuing each share at about $9.10, representing a 31% equity premium. The transaction is projected to add $0.09 to $0.11 to Ventas's normalized funds from operations per share and aligns with upcoming senior housing market growth. The merger is set to close in H2 2021, subject to shareholder approval.

Ardent Health Services announced a private offering of $300 million senior unsecured notes due in 2029. These notes were priced at 100% of their face value with a 5.750% coupon, closing expected on July 8, 2021. Proceeds will be used to redeem $475 million of existing 9.75% notes due in 2026. The offering is exempt from registration under the Securities Act, targeting qualified institutional buyers. The company also highlights a commitment to quality care and improved outcomes through substantial investments, operating 30 acute care hospitals across six states.

Ardent Health Services has announced a private offering of $300 million senior unsecured notes due 2029, issued by its subsidiary AHP Health Partners. Proceeds from the offering will be used to redeem $475 million of AHP Health Partners' outstanding 9.75% senior unsecured notes due 2026. The redemption is conditional upon successful debt financing. The 2029 Notes will be offered under Regulation S and Rule 144A, exempt from registration under the Securities Act. Ardent operates 30 acute care hospitals and is partially owned by Ventas (NYSE: VTR).

Ventas (NYSE: VTR) announced its participation in Nareit’s REITweek 2021 Investor Conference on June 9, 2021, at 4:00 p.m. ET. The presentation will be available via webcast on the Company’s website, with accompanying materials accessible on June 8, 2021. Ventas, a leading Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT), focuses on healthcare and real estate, holding approximately 1,200 properties as of March 31, 2021. The Company aims to leverage capital to enhance real estate value, partnering with top care providers and institutions to drive consistent growth and returns.

Ventas, Inc. (NYSE: VTR) has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.45 per common share, payable on July 14, 2021, to shareholders on record as of the close of business on July 1, 2021. Ventas operates within healthcare and real estate sectors, with approximately 1,200 properties as of March 31, 2021. The company focuses on generating consistent cash flows and superior returns through a diversified portfolio and partnerships with leading healthcare providers.

Ventas (NYSE: VTR) will present at the RBC Capital Markets Global Healthcare Conference on May 18, 2021, at 8:00 a.m. Eastern Time. The presentation will be available via webcast on the Company’s website at ir.ventasreit.com/events-and-presentations. Accompanying materials will also be accessible before the event, with the webcast replay archived for a limited time afterward. As of March 31, 2021, Ventas owns or has investments in approximately 1,200 properties, focusing on the healthcare and real estate sectors to provide strong cash flows and returns.

Ventas reported its first-quarter 2021 results, showing a significant recovery in its Senior Housing Operating Portfolio (SHOP). Occupancy rates improved by 190 basis points since mid-March, aided by successful vaccine rollouts. The company noted March and April were the first consecutive months with move-ins exceeding pre-pandemic levels. However, Net Income attributed to common stockholders fell to ($0.15) per share, a 112% decline from $1.26 in 2020. Nareit FFO decreased by 49% to $0.67 per share, while Normalized FFO also dropped by 26% to $0.72 per share.

Ventas, Inc. (VTR) will release its first quarter 2021 earnings before the NYSE opens on May 7, 2021. A conference call is scheduled for the same day at 10:00 a.m. ET to discuss the results. The dial-in number for the call is (833) 979-2853, with a passcode of 'Ventas.' An international line is available at +1 (236) 714-2928. There will also be a telephonic replay accessible from 1:00 p.m. ET that day for 30 days. Ventas operates as an S&P 500 real estate investment trust with approximately 1,200 properties under management.