Realty Income (O.US) Dividend 2026/2027: 5.1% – Price Target and Rating

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Price history for Realty Income (O.US) – stock price at 62.71 $, August 2026
Realty Income stock price – price development 2026. Updated Aug 6, 2026.
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Realty Income Price Target 2026: Analysts See 8% Upside

The average price target for Realty Income is $68.01. This price target represents the analysts' view of the stock price over the next 12 months. The stock may be undervalued, because the price target is higher than the current price. The stock is 8,46% below the target, which can point to potential returns within the next 12 months if the analysts' view proves right. Also consider the stock's valuation ratios such as P/E, P/S and P/B, plus the technical analysis further down the page, for the full picture.

Is Realty Income overvalued or undervalued?

Realty Income is currently fairly valued with a gap of 8.5% relative to the price target.


The current price is $62.71, which places Realty Income in the fairly valued category. The stock is considered undervalued when the price is below $61.21, and overvalued when the price exceeds $74.81.


The fair value range is defined as ±10% of the price target, because price targets are estimates rather than exact values. For Realty Income, the fair value range lies between $61.21 and $74.81.


See the full price target analysis for Realty Income →

Analyst Ratings for Realty Income stock in 2026: Hold

23 analysts cover Realty Income. Analysts are mostly neutral — 73.9% recommend Hold. The average price target is $68.01, which gives an upside of 8.5% from the current price.

Consensus: Hold (3.48/5)
Strong Buy
5 (21.7%)
Buy
1 (4.3%)
Hold
17 (73.9%)
Strong Sell Sell Hold Buy Strong Buy
3.48 out of 5 based on 23 analysts

About Realty Income – REIT - Retail

Kender du Realty Income? De er kendt som "The Monthly Dividend Company", og de driver en ret simpel forretning: De tjener penge ved at eje en masse ejendomme, over 6.500 faktisk, som de lejer ud til kommercielle kunder på lange kontrakter. Realty Income er struktureret som en REIT, og det giver dem mulighed for at udbetale et meget stabilt månedligt udbytte til aktionærerne. De har udbetalt udbytte 608 måneder i træk og har hævet det 109 gange, siden de blev børsnoteret. Det er ret imponerende. Helt grundlæggende sikrer de sig indtægter fra de faste lejeindtægter fra deres store portefølje af ejendomme. Realty Income er også en del af S&P 500. Read more about the company

Key Figures for Realty Income

$ 58,7B Market cap
$ 5,9B Revenue
REIT - Retail Industry
51.56 P/E
9.89 P/S
1.52 P/B
USA Listed on exchange

What kind of stock is Realty Income?

Dividend stock Growth stock Momentum stock

Realty Income is classified as a dividend stock and growth stock and momentum stock. This means the stock combines several attractive traits, including a dividend of 5.1%, and strong price momentum.

Score Overview for Realty Income

💰 Value Score 53/100 (Neutral)
⭐ Quality Score 71/100 (High)
🚀 Momentum Score 72/100 (High)
📊 Total Score 65/100

⚠️ 1 red flag identified

Our analysis has identified 1 potential risk factor in Realty Income that investors should be aware of.

⚠️ Unsustainable dividend: The payout ratio is 105% – the company pays out more in dividends than it earns, which is not sustainable.

📈 Valuation

Realty Income trades at a P/E ratio of 51.6, which is above the market average. The forward P/E is 38.5 (25% lower), which suggests the market expects rising earnings. The P/S ratio is 9.9 (high — the market pays a premium for the revenue). The P/B ratio is 1.5. The PEG ratio is 3.03 — above 2.0 suggests the stock is expensive relative to its growth rate.

💵 Profitability & Growth

Realty Income has a profit margin of 18.9% (solid) and an operating margin of 45.5%. Return on equity (ROE) is 2.8%. Return on assets (ROA) is 2.3%. The latest quarterly earnings grew 17.9% year over year.

🏦 Financial Health

The Piotroski score is 5 out of 9 — average financial health. Altman Z2 is 1.47 (middle zone — moderate). The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E) is 76.7% — low debt, a solid balance sheet.

🚀 Momentum & Short Interest

Short interest is 4.89%.

Realty Income Dividend 2026: 5.1% Dividend Yield

Dividend Key Figures for Realty Income in 2026

Dividend yield
5.09%
Dividend per share
0.27 USD
Payout ratio
105.2%
Very high
Dividend growth (6 years)
+2,600.0%
Avg. annual dividend (3 years)
2.71 USD

When does Realty Income pay a dividend in 2026?

Latest ex-dividend date (traded without the dividend)
July 31, 2026
Next dividend payment
August 14, 2026
Latest payment date
August 14, 2026

How much does Realty Income pay in dividends?

Realty Income pays dividends to its shareholders. The most recently paid dividend was 0.27 USD per share, which corresponds to a dividend yield of 5.09%. Over the last 6 years, the annual dividend has grown by 2,600.0%, which shows positive dividend growth.

The payout ratio is 105.2%, which is very high. The company pays out almost all of its profits as dividends, which can limit future growth and dividend stability.

Historical Dividend Payments for Realty Income

We have registered dividend payments for Realty Income since 2019-12-31. In that period the stock has paid a dividend 76 times, most recently on 2026-07-31. This stock qualifies as a stable dividend stock, because it has paid a dividend at least once a year for the last 5 years. That makes it attractive to investors looking for steady, regular dividend payments.

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Insider Trading in Realty Income 2026: The Signal Is negative

In 2026, insiders at Realty Income have made 20 transactions, all of which were sales. On a net basis, insiders took 4,442,995 $ out of the stock. Active insiders include Redington Neale, Michelle Bushore, Bushore Michelle and others. In the short term (last 3 months), the insider signal is negative.

Short-Term Signal (3 months): Negative

Insiders have exclusively sold shares over the last 3 months.

Over the last 3 months: 0 purchases and 1 sales. A net 15,149 $ out of the stock.

Long-Term Signal (all transactions): Negative

Insiders have exclusively sold shares in the recent period. This can suggest management sees limited opportunity.

Across the last 20 transactions: 0 purchases and 20 sales. A net 4,442,995 $ out of the stock.

Latest sale: Redington Neale sold 240 shares at 63 $ each on 2026-06-27.

Who is selling: Redington Neale, Michelle Bushore, Bushore Michelle, McLaughlin Gregory, Whyte Gregory J. and others.

Latest Insider Trades in Realty Income (2026)

The table shows the last 20 reported insider transactions in Realty Income. Green rows are purchases, red rows are sales. The data is based on official filings.

Transaction date Name Type Number of shares Price per share ($) Total amount ($)
2026-06-27 Redington Neale Sell 240 63 15,149
2026-04-02 Michelle Bushore Sell 7,400 62 461,908
2026-04-02 Bushore Michelle Sell 7,400 62 461,908
2026-04-01 McLaughlin Gregory Sell 3,275 62 202,624
2026-02-15 Whyte Gregory J. Sell 1,091 66 71,635
2026-02-15 Roy Sumit Sell 4,547 66 298,556
2026-02-15 Redington Neale Sell 337 66 22,127
2026-02-15 Pong Jonathan Sell 2,322 66 152,463
2026-02-15 Kehle Shannon Sell 650 66 42,679
2026-02-15 Hagan Mark E Sell 1,322 66 86,803

Who is buying and selling Realty Income shares in 2026?

The following insiders have sold shares: Redington Neale, Michelle Bushore, Bushore Michelle, McLaughlin Gregory, Whyte Gregory J. and others. In total, 4,442,995 $ was sold across 20 transactions. Insider trades are legal transactions in which executives and board members buy or sell shares of their own company. These transactions are reported to the SEC and are publicly available.

Realty Income Short Selling 2026: 4.9% Sold Short

Moderate short interest: 4.9% of the free float
Short % of free float
4.9%
Assessment
Moderate short interest
Short squeeze risk
Low
Data source
SEC
Updated daily
The stock has a moderate share of short selling. Between 2-5% of the freely traded shares are sold short, which is within the normal range for most stocks.

Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
Short Interest Scale
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When Does Realty Income Report Earnings?

The next earnings date for Realty Income is not yet available. Check the company's investor calendar for more information.



Technical Analysis of Realty Income 2026 – Signal: Strong Buy

Overall Technical Signal: Strong Buy

Based on trend analysis (SMA50/SMA200) and MACD trend (positive/negative on a daily + weekly basis). Updated August 6, 2026.

Technical analysis of Realty Income (O.US) – RSI 43, MACD positive (bullish), daily candlestick chart August 2026
Realty Income technical analysis – candlestick chart with RSI and MACD. Updated Aug 6, 2026.

Trend Analysis of Realty Income Corporation

Realty Income Corporation is in a short-term downtrend. The price of $62.70 is 2.4% below the 20-day average ($64.22). Medium term, the picture is positive: the price is 0.5% above the 50-day average ($62.41). Long term, the stock is 4.3% above the 200-day average ($60.09), which confirms a long-term uptrend.

Golden Cross: The 50-day average (62.41) is above the 200-day average (60.09), which is a classic bullish signal for Realty Income Corporation.

Is Realty Income Corporation overbought or oversold?

Realty Income Corporation has an RSI of 42.9. The stock sits in the lower part of the neutral zone, which points to weak momentum without being oversold.

MACD Analysis for Realty Income Corporation

Daily MACD: MACD is positive (0.254), which means the short-term trend is bullish (the 12-day EMA is above the 26-day EMA). MACD is below the signal line (0.608) by 0.354, which suggests the positive momentum is fading – the trend could be turning.

Weekly MACD: MACD5 is positive (1.233), which indicates a broader bullish long-term trend. MACD5 is above the signal line (1.120) by 0.113, which confirms rising long-term momentum.

Overall MACD assessment: Both the daily and weekly trend are bullish (MACD positive). However, momentum shows signs of weakening on a daily basis. Watch whether the trend holds.

Risk Profile for Realty Income Corporation

Realty Income Corporation has an annual standard deviation of 16.5%, which classifies the stock as low risk. Price swings are limited, and the stock suits conservative investors.

Overall Technical Conclusion for Realty Income Corporation

Trend: Positive. The price trades above SMA50 and SMA200.

MACD trend (zero line): Daily bullish (0.254). Weekly bullish (1.233).

MACD momentum (signal): Daily falling. Weekly rising.

RSI: 42.9 – neutral.

Technical signal: Strong Buy

The price is in an uptrend (above SMA50/SMA200) and MACD is positive on both a daily and weekly basis. Trend and MACD trend confirm each other – the strongest technical buy signal.

Frequently Asked Questions About Realty Income stock in 2026

Should you buy Realty Income stock now?
Yes, the technical signal for Realty Income is currently BUY. Realty Income trades at $62.71 as of 8/6/2026. The overall technical signal is: Strong Buy. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is positive (bullish trend) at 0.254 with falling momentum (signal: 0.608); RSI is at 42.9 (neutral zone); the stock is in a short-term downtrend (price below the 20-day average); the analyst price target of $68.01 points to 8.5% upside. The stock is in a broader uptrend (above SMA50/SMA200). This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for Realty Income stock?
The average analyst price target for Realty Income is $68.01. The current price is $62.71, which gives an upside of 8.5%. Based on this, the stock is considered fairly valued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $61.21 and $74.81.
Is Realty Income a dividend stock?
Yes, Realty Income is a dividend stock with a dividend yield of 5.09%. The latest dividend was $0.27 per share. The latest ex-dividend date (traded without the dividend) was 7/31/2026. The payout ratio is 105.2%, which is considered high. The next dividend payment is scheduled for 8/14/2026.
When does Realty Income pay a dividend in 2026?
Realty Income pays its next dividend on 8/14/2026. The latest dividend was $0.27 per share with an ex-dividend date of 7/31/2026. The dividend yield is 5.09%. The payout ratio of 105.2% points to a high dividend relative to earnings.
What is the risk of Realty Income stock?
Realty Income is rated as a stock with low risk. the annual standard deviation is 16.5%, which classifies the stock as low risk.
Is Realty Income overvalued?
Realty Income is considered fairly valued – the price is close to the analyst price target. Realty Income has the following valuation ratios: a P/E ratio of 51.6 (highly valued), a P/S ratio of 9.9, a P/B ratio of 1.5. The stock trades close to the analyst price target and is considered fairly valued.
Is Realty Income overbought?
No, Realty Income is not overbought. RSI is at 42.9 (neutral zone). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 42.9 (neutral zone between 30-70), which signals neither overbought nor oversold. In addition, the price is 2.4% below the 20-day average (short-term downtrend). In addition, MACD is positive, but momentum is falling.
When is the next Realty Income earnings report?
The date of the next earnings report for Realty Income has not been published yet. Check the company's investor calendar for updates.
Is Realty Income shorted?
Yes, Realty Income is shorted with 4.9% of the free float sold short. This is a moderate level of short selling, within the normal range for most stocks. Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
Are insiders buying Realty Income stock?
No, insiders are not buying Realty Income shares – they are net sellers. Over the last 3 months, insiders have made 0 purchases and 1 sales. On a net basis, 15,149 $ worth of shares were sold. Across the last 20 reported transactions, the split is 0 purchases and 20 sales, with a net 4,442,995 $ sold. Active sellers include Redington Neale, Michelle Bushore, Bushore Michelle and others. Insider selling can have several explanations (e.g. planned 10b5-1 sales, portfolio diversification or taxes), but sustained selling by several insiders is worth watching closely.
Is Realty Income a good stock?
Based on our total score, Realty Income is rated as a good stock with a total score of 65 out of 100. The stock scores above average on value, quality and momentum – it is among the top 35% in our database. The score is made up of Value: 53/100, Quality: 71/100, Momentum: 72/100. In addition: a dividend of 5.09%; technical signal: Strong Buy. Whether Realty Income is a good investment depends on your time horizon, risk profile and portfolio. This is a data-driven observation, not investment advice.
What is the outlook for Realty Income stock?
The outlook for Realty Income based on current data: the average analyst price target is $68.01 (+8.5%); the stock is in an uptrend (above SMA50 and SMA200); the P/E ratio is 51.6 (high – the market expects growth). Keep in mind that stock prices are affected by many factors, including earnings reports, the economy and market sentiment. Past returns are no guarantee of future returns.
Why is Realty Income stock falling?
Realty Income is falling right now. The technical indicators show: the price is 2.4% below the 20-day average; insiders have mostly been selling the stock recently. For the latest context, see our technical analysis, insider section and news overview above.
How high can Realty Income go?
The average analyst price target for Realty Income is $68.01, which corresponds to a potential gain of 8.5% from the current price of $62.71. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can Realty Income fall?
We lack enough history to give a specific floor for Realty Income. Remember: past price swings are no guarantee for the future — a stock can fall further than the last 52 weeks suggest, especially on profit warnings, sector crises or a market crash. Use stop-loss orders and spread your portfolio to limit losses in single stocks.
What does Realty Income do?
Kender du Realty Income? De er kendt som "The Monthly Dividend Company", og de driver en ret simpel forretning: De tjener penge ved at eje en masse ejendomme, over 6.500 faktisk, som de lejer ud til kommercielle kunder på lange kontrakter. Realty Income er struktureret som en... The company belongs to the Ejendomme sector, more specifically the REIT - Retail industry, is headquartered in USA, and is traded on the USA Stocks. See the key figures, earnings history and price development above to evaluate Realty Income as an investment.
Did Realty Income raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from Realty Income. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history and the news overview above.
Is Realty Income making money or losing money?
Yes, Realty Income is making money, not losing it. The company has a profit margin (the share of revenue left over as profit) of 18.9% — which is solid. The operating margin (profit before interest and taxes) is 45.5%. At a P/E ratio of 51.6, you currently pay 51.6 dollars for every dollar of the company's annual earnings. A consistently profitable company is usually more resilient than growth stocks that are not yet making money.
Can Realty Income go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of Realty Income is rated as moderate. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is 1.47 — that places the company in the middle zone. The Piotroski score (financial health 0-9, higher is better) is 5 — which is average. Debt relative to equity is 77% (moderate). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does Realty Income have a lot of debt?
No, Realty Income has low debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 77%. For the ejendomme sector, anything below 80% counts as low debt. Note: D/E levels are highly sector-specific — a bank at 300% debt is normal, a tech stock at 300% is extremely leveraged. Always compare with similar companies in the same sector. Can Realty Income service its debt? Could struggle to service its debt — the interest coverage ratio (how many times earnings can cover interest payments) is 0.4x, and the company has more cash than debt (net cash).