CubeSmart

There are two types of REITs: COWs (Cash Only Wanted) that focus on high dividend yield, and FROGs (Fast Rate of Growth) that prioritize maximizing total return. Higher yield usually means lower gain, and vice versa, so investors generally have to choose between the two. This article lists 13 REITS that have grown Funds From Operations at double-digit rates, maintain ample liquidity, and have outperformed the average REIT over the past 3 years. » Mehr auf seekingalpha.com

CubeSmart is one of few self-storage REITs, smaller than major competitors Public Storage and Extra Space Storage. The company owns properties across the US, with a focus on New York and New Jersey, and carries an investment grade credit rating from both major agencies. CUBE's first quarter earnings showed a decline in same-store net operating income and a decrease in occupancy, but the company remains proactive in acquisitions and development. » Mehr auf seekingalpha.com

U.S. equity markets rebounded from their worst weekly decline in a year despite a continued uplift in benchmark interest rates, as a solid start to earnings season counteracted disappointing economic data. Ahead of the Fed's policy meeting in the week ahead, markets were confounded - albeit temporarily - by a "jarring" GDP report that showed a return of "stagflationary" trends. Defying the macro headwinds to post its best week since November, the S&P 500 rallied 2.8% on the week - erasing essentially all of its declines in the prior week. » Mehr auf seekingalpha.com