Realty Income vs. W.P. Carey: Strategic Shifts and Investment Opportunities in Net Lease REITs
The text explores the strategic interplay between Realty Income and W.P. Carey, two major net lease REITs. Realty Income, a market leader, focuses on retail properties and offers stable dividends, while W.P. Carey, with a strong European presence and higher yield, is shifting its strategy to align more closely with Realty Income's successful model. The analysis highlights their growth trajectories, investment appeal, and the potential for W.P. Carey to complement or stand independently in an investor's portfolio.