Ventas, Inc. (VTR) in Fidelity Real Estate Q3 2024

Recovery in Health Care REITs Post-Pandemic

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Apr 14, 2025
Summary
  • Investment rationale focused on health care REIT recovery.
  • Market positioning benefited from improved supply and demand dynamics.
  • Risks include changes in health care regulations and labor costs.
  • Recent performance was a top contributor due to strong cash-flow growth.
  • Future outlook optimistic with continued demand for assisted-living spaces.

In the Fidelity Real Estate Investment Portfolio Q3 2024 fund review, Ventas, Inc. (VTR, Financial) was highlighted as a significant contributor within the health care REIT sector. The fund, managed by Steve Buller, noted the company's recovery post-pandemic, driven by improved supply conditions and growing demand for assisted-living spaces.

"In health care, our biggest relative contributor was an overweight in Ventas (+26%). This industry generally performed well this period as it continued to recover following the pandemic." — Fidelity Real Estate Investment Portfolio, Q3 2024 Fund Letter

Read full letter at gurufocus fidelity real estate investment portfolio q3 2024 fund review 2024 Q3 page.