Gold prices steady ahead of Fed decision; weekly weakness noted
SAN CLEMENTE, Calif. - CareTrust REIT, Inc. (NYSE:CTRE), a real estate investment trust specializing in healthcare-related properties, has secured a new $500 million unsecured term loan and expanded its leadership team with the addition of two senior vice presidents, the company announced today. The $5.5 billion market cap company, which boasts impressive gross profit margins of 94.5%, has maintained a strong track record of nine consecutive years of dividend growth, currently offering a 4.66% yield.
The term loan, which matures in May 2030, was obtained through an amendment to the company’s existing credit agreement with KeyBank National Association and a syndicate of financial institutions. This facility complements CareTrust’s $1.2 billion unsecured revolving credit facility. The company plans to use the proceeds from the term loan to pay off approximately $475 million of the revolving credit balance, finance acquisitions, and for general corporate purposes. The agreement also includes an accordion feature that could increase borrowing capacity by up to $800 million. According to InvestingPro data, CareTrust maintains a healthy current ratio of 7.07 and operates with moderate debt levels, suggesting strong financial flexibility for this expansion.
Bill Wagner, CareTrust’s Chief Financial Officer, remarked on the financial strategy, stating that the new term loan will provide "additional financial flexibility and a strong capital foundation" to support investments and value creation in the healthcare asset sector.
In addition to the financial expansion, CareTrust has appointed Roger Laty as Senior Vice President of Tax and Derek Bunker as Senior Vice President of Strategy and Investor Relations. Laty, with over three decades of experience in tax leadership, joins CareTrust after a 12-year tenure as Vice President - Tax at UDR, Inc. Bunker transitions from his role as Chief Investment Officer and Executive Vice President of The Pennant Group (NASDAQ: PNTG), bringing with him a wealth of experience in healthcare services and post-acute real estate.
Dave Sedgwick, President and CEO of CareTrust, expressed enthusiasm for the new hires, citing their "deep expertise and leadership" as critical assets during the company’s growth phase.
CareTrust REIT operates across the United States and the United Kingdom, focusing on the acquisition, development, and leasing of healthcare properties. The company’s strategic moves aim to support its growth in the healthcare real estate market. InvestingPro analysis indicates the company is currently trading slightly below its Fair Value, with analysts expecting sales growth this year. For deeper insights into CareTrust’s valuation and growth prospects, investors can access the comprehensive Pro Research Report, available exclusively to InvestingPro subscribers, covering over 1,400 top US stocks.
The information reported is based on a press release statement from CareTrust REIT, Inc.
In other recent news, CareTrust REIT, Inc. reported robust financial results for the first quarter of 2025, with earnings per share (EPS) meeting forecasts at $0.35 and revenue significantly exceeding expectations at $96.62 million against the projected $69.63 million. The company has also completed a significant acquisition of 10 skilled nursing facilities in the U.S. for $146 million, expanding its portfolio and marking a continuation of its active investment strategy. Additionally, CareTrust has successfully acquired UK-based Care REIT, which has improved its operator and geographic diversification, adding approximately $69 million in annual contractual rent.
In terms of credit ratings, Fitch Ratings upgraded CareTrust’s Long-Term Issuer Default Ratings to ’BBB-’ from ’BB+’, reflecting strong financial flexibility and improved diversification following the Care REIT acquisition. Moody’s has also affirmed CareTrust’s Ba1 corporate family rating, revising the outlook to positive from stable, due to the company’s consistent operational performance and strategic growth initiatives.
CareTrust’s strategic expansion into the UK market has been well-received, with the company actively reviewing further acquisition opportunities in the region. The company’s financial policy aims to maintain low leverage, supported by a strong balance sheet and robust liquidity. These developments highlight CareTrust’s commitment to growth through acquisitions while maintaining financial stability.
This article was generated with the support of AI and reviewed by an editor. For more information see our T&C.