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Welltower Inc. reports developments tied to its health care real estate portfolio, with a current focus on rental housing for aging seniors in the United States, United Kingdom and Canada. Company updates commonly address seniors and wellness housing communities, operating and financial results, same-store portfolio performance, capital allocation and business-system initiatives across its housing and hospitality model.
Recurring news also covers balance-sheet activity such as unsecured credit facilities, equity-funded investment capacity and registered securities, as well as data science partnerships involving capital allocation analytics. Governance and executive compensation matters appear through company disclosures and outside shareholder commentary.
On April 5, 2022, Welltower Inc. (NYSE: WELL) issued a business update during the Credit Suisse Inaugural Healthcare REIT Summit. The company, a leader in health care infrastructure, focuses on investing in seniors housing and health systems to enhance care delivery and wellness. Welltower operates in high-growth markets across the U.S., Canada, and the U.K., primarily in seniors housing and outpatient medical properties. For further details, the full update can be accessed at welltower.com.
Welltower Inc. (NYSE: WELL) is set to participate in the Citi 2022 Global Property CEO Conference on March 8, 2022, from 11:15 to 11:50 a.m. Eastern Time. The company will be represented by CEO Shankh Mitra, CFO Tim McHugh, and COO John Burkart. A live webcast of the presentation will be available for one year after the conference. Welltower is a leading real estate investment trust (REIT) focused on transforming health care infrastructure and investing in senior housing and outpatient medical properties across the U.S., Canada, and the UK.
Land & Buildings Investment Management has criticized Ventas’ long-term shareholder returns and earnings growth, claiming significant underperformance against its peer, Welltower Inc. (WELL). The firm argues that Ventas has suffered from poor communication and capital allocation issues, necessitating a change in its Board of Directors. Land & Buildings nominated its CIO Jonathan Litt for election to the Board at the upcoming 2022 Annual Meeting. The letter highlights that Ventas has lagged in key financial metrics, urging the need for better shareholder representation.
Welltower Inc. (NYSE: WELL) announced a corporate reorganization to convert into an Umbrella Partnership Real Estate Investment Trust (UPREIT). This involves creating a new holding company, New Welltower, which will replace Old Welltower as the publicly traded entity. The reorganization aims to enhance property acquisition strategies and align with REIT industry standards without impacting current shareholders or financial statements. The planned changes will be effective April 1, 2022, pending shareholder approval for the LLC conversion. The existing NYSE listing and dividend payments will remain unchanged.
Welltower Inc. (NYSE: WELL) provided a business update coinciding with its attendance at the Citi 2022 Global Property CEO Conference in Toledo, Ohio, on March 6, 2022. The company is noted for transforming health care infrastructure through strategic investments in seniors housing, post-acute providers, and health systems. Welltower focuses on real estate investment trusts (REIT) operating in high-growth markets across the U.S., Canada, and the U.K., with an emphasis on enhancing wellness and care delivery.
Welltower Inc. (NYSE: WELL) is expanding its partnership with StoryPoint Senior Living by purchasing three senior living portfolios, totaling 2,787 units across Michigan, Ohio, and Tennessee, for approximately $548 million. This strategic move, anticipated to enhance occupancy and cash flow growth, comes as StoryPoint operates under a RIDEA 3.0 contract. The transaction is set to yield high-single-digit unlevered internal rates of return (IRRs). Welltower's investments since October 2020 will now reach $6.8 billion, with YTD transactions totaling $1.2 billion.
On March 6, 2022, Welltower announced a strategic partnership with Related Companies and Atria Senior Living to develop two senior living communities in Silicon Valley: one in Santa Clara and another in Cupertino. The 191-unit Santa Clara Development will be adjacent to a large urban project, with construction expected to start mid-2022 and completion by 2024. The 158-unit Cupertino Development aims to begin construction by the end of 2022, also targeting a 2024 completion. This venture strengthens Welltower's portfolio in high-growth markets focused on senior living.
Welltower Inc. (NYSE: WELL) announced a business update on February 15, 2022, highlighting its commitment to transforming health care infrastructure. The company invests with leading seniors housing operators and health systems to enhance care delivery models across the U.S., Canada, and the U.K. Welltower's portfolio focuses on high-growth markets and includes seniors housing, post-acute communities, and outpatient medical properties. The update aims to strengthen Welltower's position in the health care sector, aligning with its mission to improve overall health care experiences.
Welltower (NYSE: WELL) has formed a strategic partnership with Reuben Brothers, coinciding with the latter's acquisition of Avery Healthcare, a major operator in the UK seniors housing sector. This 50/50 joint venture aims to leverage Welltower's data analytics and Reuben Brothers' real estate expertise to address the growing demand for seniors housing. The partnership is expected to enhance growth prospects for Avery Healthcare, which operates 65 facilities in the UK. Welltower's CEO expressed confidence in the growth opportunities in the seniors housing market amid an increasing aging population.
Welltower Inc. (NYSE:WELL) reported a net income of $0.13 per diluted share and normalized FFO of $0.83 for Q4 2021. Spot occupancy in the Seniors Housing Operating portfolio rose to 77.7%, with same-store revenue growth of 4.8%. The company achieved $5.7 billion in pro rata gross investments for 2021 and exited its relationship with Genesis Healthcare with an 8.5% unlevered IRR. However, Q4 expenses surged due to higher COVID-19 costs, affecting net income and FFO. For Q1 2022, Welltower expects net income per share between $0.17 to $0.22 and normalized FFO between $0.79 to $0.84.