Real estate investment trusts (REITs) performed below expectations despite positive earnings reports, with the broader market facing challenges due to declines in the technology sector.

The Winners: Medical Properties Trust, American Tower, and VICI Properties

Despite the overall downward trend, several major REITs showed promise. Medical Properties Trust (MPW), American Tower (AMT), and VICI Properties reported better-than-expected earnings for Q3 and provided optimistic guidance for the future.

Strong Performance from EPR Properties and Alexandria Real Estate Equities

EPR Properties (EPR) and Alexandria Real Estate Equities (ARE) were among the REITs that delivered solid quarterly results, demonstrating resilience in the face of market challenges.

Market Declines: FTSE Nareit All Equity REITs and Dow Jones Equity All REIT Total Return Index

Despite individual success stories, the FTSE Nareit All Equity REITs fell by 1.49% compared to the previous week, while the Dow Jones Equity All REIT Total Return Index also declined by 1.45%. These declines reflect the broader struggles in the REIT sector.

Mortgage REITs Hit Hard by the Market Downturn

The mortgage REITs index experienced a significant decline of 5.11% due to the challenging market conditions. This decline highlights the vulnerability of mortgage REITs to broader market trends.

Broader Market Impact: Real Estate Select Sector SPDR ETF and S&P 500

The Real Estate Select Sector SPDR ETF, which represents the broader real estate market, fell by 1.22%, while the S&P 500 declined by 2.53%. The drop-in technology stocks, particularly in the “Magnificent 7” club, including Netflix, Nvidia, Apple, Meta Platforms, and Alphabet, played a significant role in the broader market decline.

Subsector Performance: Winners and Losers

Within the REIT sector, certain subsectors showed resilience or struggled more than others. The Residential subsector experienced the most significant decline, with a drop of 5.43% compared to the previous week. Self Storage also faced challenges, dropping by 4.88%. However, the Data Centers and Infrastructure subsectors stood out as notable outliers, with gains of 2.37% and 6.31% respectively.

While the REIT sector faced obstacles due to broader market declines, certain REITs managed to deliver strong earnings. However, the overall market downturn serves as a reminder of the inherent volatility and interconnectedness of the financial markets.