Assessing the Sustainability of SPG's Dividend Payouts
Simon Property Group Inc (SPG, Financial) recently announced a dividend of $1.9 per share, payable on 2023-12-29, with the ex-dividend date set for 2023-12-07. As investors look forward to this upcoming payment, the spotlight also shines on the company's dividend history, yield, and growth rates. Using the data from GuruFocus, let's look into Simon Property Group Inc's dividend performance and assess its sustainability.
What Does Simon Property Group Inc Do?
Simon Property Group is the second-largest real estate investment trust in the United States. Its portfolio includes an interest in 231 properties: 136 traditional malls, 70 premium outlets, 14 Mills centers (a combination of a traditional mall, outlet center, and big-box retailers), 6 lifestyle centers, and 5 other retail properties. Simon's portfolio averaged $693 in sales per square foot over the 12 months prior to the pandemic. The company also owns a 21% interest in Klepierre, a European retail company with investments in shopping centers in 16 countries, and joint venture interests in 33 premium outlets across 11 countries.
A Glimpse at Simon Property Group Inc's Dividend History
Simon Property Group Inc has maintained a consistent dividend payment record since 1994. Dividends are currently distributed on a quarterly basis. Below is a chart showing annual Dividends Per Share for tracking historical trends.
Breaking Down Simon Property Group Inc's Dividend Yield and Growth
As of today, Simon Property Group Inc currently has a 12-month trailing dividend yield of 5.64% and a 12-month forward dividend yield of 5.82%. This suggests an expectation of increased dividend payments over the next 12 months.
Over the past three years, Simon Property Group Inc's annual dividend growth rate was -6.00%. Extended to a five-year horizon, this rate increased to -2.90% per year. And over the past decade, Simon Property Group Inc's annual dividends per share growth rate stands at 4.50%.
Based on Simon Property Group Inc's dividend yield and five-year growth rate, the 5-year yield on cost of Simon Property Group Inc stock as of today is approximately 4.87%.
The Sustainability Question: Payout Ratio and Profitability
To assess the sustainability of the dividend, one needs to evaluate the company's payout ratio. The dividend payout ratio provides insights into the portion of earnings the company distributes as dividends. A lower ratio suggests that the company retains a significant part of its earnings, thereby ensuring the availability of funds for future growth and unexpected downturns. As of 2023-09-30, Simon Property Group Inc's dividend payout ratio is 1.09, which may suggest that the company's dividend may not be sustainable.
Simon Property Group Inc's profitability rank, offers an understanding of the company's earnings prowess relative to its peers. GuruFocus ranks Simon Property Group Inc's profitability 7 out of 10 as of 2023-09-30, suggesting good profitability prospects. The company has reported positive net income for each of year over the past decade, further solidifying its high profitability.
Growth Metrics: The Future Outlook
To ensure the sustainability of dividends, a company must have robust growth metrics. Simon Property Group Inc's growth rank of 7 out of 10 suggests that the company's growth trajectory is good relative to its competitors.
Revenue is the lifeblood of any company, and Simon Property Group Inc's revenue per share, combined with the 3-year revenue growth rate, indicates a strong revenue model. Simon Property Group Inc's revenue has increased by approximately -4.80% per year on average, a rate that underperforms than approximately 74.68% of global competitors.
The company's 3-year EPS growth rate showcases its capability to grow its earnings, a critical component for sustaining dividends in the long run. During the past three years, Simon Property Group Inc's earnings increased by approximately -4.10% per year on average, a rate that underperforms than approximately 61.92% of global competitors.
Lastly, the company's 5-year EBITDA growth rate of -3.80%, which underperforms than approximately 65.63% of global competitors.
Next Steps
In conclusion, while Simon Property Group Inc's dividend yield is attractive, the negative dividend growth rate and high payout ratio raise concerns about the sustainability of future dividend payments. The company's strong profitability rank and positive net income history provide some reassurance. However, the underperformance in revenue, EPS, and EBITDA growth rates compared to global competitors suggests that investors should carefully monitor these growth metrics. Assessing the balance between dividend attractiveness and growth prospects will be key in evaluating Simon Property Group Inc as a potential investment. For those seeking to expand their portfolio with dividend-paying stocks, GuruFocus Premium users can screen for high-dividend yield stocks using the High Dividend Yield Screener.
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