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O Realty Income Corporation
Realty Income Corporation has a mixed profile — some signals are healthy, others warrant a closer look.
Why we rate it 5.8
- Yield of 5.07% is on the higher end but historically sustainable for REITs and quality income payers
- Payout ratio of 275% — dividend exceeds reported earnings, sustainability questionable without growth
- Current yield is in line with the 5-year average of 5.02%
- Large-cap scale (>$50B) — established business with predictable cash flows
About Realty Income Corporation
Realty Income Corporation, an S&P 500 company, is real estate partner to the world's leading companies. We serve our clients as a full-service real estate capital provider. As of December 31, 2025, we have a portfolio of over 15,500 properties in all 50 states of the United States (U.S.), the United Kingdom (U.K.), and eight other countries in Europe. We are known as (The Monthly Dividend Company) and have a mission to invest in people and places to deliver dependable monthly dividends that increase over time. Since our listing on the NYSE in 1994, we have had 133 dividend increases and are a member of the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats index for having increased our dividend for over 31 consecutive years. The firm was founded and incorporated in 1969 in Maryland, USA.
How we score dividend safety
The Infnits Dividend Safety Score is a 0–10 rating derived from yield zone, payout ratio (when applicable), yield trend versus 5-year average, instrument type, and company size. Each factor is independently transparent — see the reasons above for exactly which factors contributed to O's score.
For the full methodology including the in-app version that uses ETF look-through and historical cut data, see our methodology page.
This is educational, not investment advice.Dividend safety scores reflect a snapshot of public data on the "as of" date shown. Verify current data on the issuer's investor relations page or your brokerage before making decisions.
Frequently asked questions
Is O's dividend safe?
Based on snapshot data — yield 5.07%, payout ratio 275%, instrument type stock — Infnits rates O's dividend safety profile as mixed (5.8/10). This is one signal, not a recommendation.
What is O's current dividend yield?
O has a current dividend yield of 5.07% as of May 2, 2026. Its 5-year average yield is 5.02%.
How is O's safety score calculated?
The score combines yield zone (yields above 7% historically carry elevated cut risk), payout ratio (lower is safer), trend vs. 5-year average yield, instrument type (ETFs are inherently more diversified), and size (larger companies have more stable cash flows). Each factor is scored 0-2.5 and summed to a 0-10 result.
Where does this data come from?
Fundamentals are sourced from public market data and refreshed regularly. The "as of" date on each page reflects the snapshot used for the score. For real-time data, check the issuer's investor relations page or your brokerage.
Should I buy O based on this score?
No — this is an educational score based on a handful of public signals, not investment advice. Use it as one input among many. For a portfolio-aware analysis with ETF look-through and personalized insights, install the Infnits app.
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