August 14, 2023 – Boston Partners Makes Incremental Increase in Position with American Homes 4 Rent
Investment management firm, Boston Partners, has raised its position in American Homes 4 Rent (AMH) by a minuscule 0.5% during the first quarter of the fiscal year. As revealed in their most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Boston Partners now holds a total of 3,564,828 shares of AMH stock after acquiring an additional 18,308 shares.
With these newly-acquired shares, Boston Partners’s ownership stake in American Homes 4 Rent totals approximately 0.99%, equivalent to an estimated value of $112,135,000. This valuable addition reinforces the fund’s confidence in the long-term prospects of this real estate investment trust.
Several research firms have recently voiced their opinions on AMH. StockNews.com upgraded American Homes 4 Rent from a “sell” rating to a “hold” rating in a research report published on Friday, August 4th. Meanwhile, Royal Bank of Canada increased its target price for AMH shares from $38.00 to $39.00 and bestowed an “outperform” rating upon the company in a research note released on Monday, July 31st.
VNET Group reaffirmed its “maintains” rating for American Homes 4 Rent’s shares on Friday, May 26th while Mizuho raised its price target from $33.00 to $37.00 just days before on May 19th. Lastly, Evercore ISI uplifted its price target from $36.00 to $39.00 on Monday, May 8th.
According to Bloomberg.com data analysis encompassing all these ratings as well as others conducted by various investment analysts, American Homes 4 Rent currently holds an average rating of “Moderate Buy”. Furthermore, it has garnered a consensus target price of $36.63, illustrating the positive sentiment surrounding the company’s future growth potential.
In addition to these recent developments, American Homes 4 Rent has also announced its intention to distribute a quarterly dividend which is scheduled to be paid on Friday, September 29th. Shareholders of record as of Friday, September 15th will qualify for this dividend payout amounting to $0.22 per share. This signifies an annualized dividend of $0.88 and equates to a dividend yield of approximately 2.42%. Notably, the ex-dividend date for this announcement has been designated as Thursday, September 14th.
American Homes 4 Rent currently boasts a dividend payout ratio (DPR) of about 89.80%, indicating that it is returning a significant portion of its earnings back to shareholders in the form of regular dividends.
As Boston Partners continues to diversify its investment portfolio, their incremental increase in position with American Homes 4 Rent demonstrates their recognition and confidence in the potential value and stability offered by the real estate investment trust. Investors should monitor AMH closely given its favorable ratings and prospects for future growth in the real estate sector.
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Investor Interest Surges and Insider Selling Raises Questions for American Homes 4 Rent
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American Homes 4 Rent Sees Increase in Investor Interest and Insider Selling
SubA Look into Recent Developments Surrounding AMH Stock
Date: August 14, 2023
American Homes 4 Rent (AMH), a prominent real estate investment trust (REIT), has been witnessing notable activity in both investment holdings and insider selling. As of the first quarter of this year, several key institutional investors have modified their positions in AMH, while company executives have sold significant amounts of stock. These developments have brought attention to the company’s performance and future prospects.
One of the major players in this narrative is Vanguard Group Inc., which increased its position in AMH by 8.9% during the first quarter, now owning a staggering 43,405,083 shares valued at $1,737,505,000. Norges Bank also entered the scene by purchasing a new position worth $619,235,000 during the fourth quarter of last year. Furthermore, JPMorgan Chase & Co. and State Street Corp also saw growth in their respective positions.
On the other hand, COO Bryan Smith made headlines when he sold 25,000 shares of AMH stock on June 6th at an average price of $35.00 per share, resulting in a total value of $875,000. Similarly, CAO Brian Reitz sold 1,800 shares on July 31st at an average price of $37.47 per share for a total value of $67,446. These transactions were disclosed through official filings with the Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC).
Despite insider selling activities raising questions among investors as to why these individuals are divesting from the company’s stock currently valued at $36.35 per share (as opened on Friday), it is important to note that these sales do not necessarily reflect negatively on AMH or its future prospects.
AMH has witnessed a dynamic year, with the stock ranging from a low of $28.78 to a high of $38.94 over the past 12 months. Currently boasting a market capitalization of $13.16 billion and a PE ratio of 37.09, the company remains an attractive investment option within the real estate sector. Its price-to-earnings-growth (PEG) ratio of 3.50 indicates potential value for long-term investors.
Additionally, AMH’s debt-to-equity ratio stands at 0.58, offering stability in its financial structure. The company maintains respectable liquidity positions with quick and current ratios both at 0.69, assuring investors about its ability to meet short-term obligations.
In conclusion, American Homes 4 Rent has caught the attention of institutional investors such as Vanguard Group Inc., Norges Bank, JPMorgan Chase & Co., and State Street Corp, who have all adjusted their holdings in recent quarters. Simultaneously, insiders including COO Bryan Smith have sold large quantities of AMH stock, leading to speculation among investors regarding their motivations.
However, it is essential to interpret these developments within the broader context of AMH’s overall performance and market position. With a steady performance demonstrated through its stock range and favorable financial indicators such as manageable debt levels and solid liquidity ratios, American Homes 4 Rent continues to attract investor interest as a prominent player in the real estate investment arena.
Disclaimer: This analysis is purely speculative and should not be considered financial advice or a recommendation to invest in American Homes 4 Rent or any other stock mentioned.
