Medical Properties Trust, Inc. (mpt)

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MPT — Company Overview

Investors tracking MPT follow a REIT - Healthcare Facilities name listed on NYQ within Real Estate.

Ticker	MPT
Sector	Real Estate
Industry	REIT - Healthcare Facilities
Exchange	NYQ
Market cap	$2.14B
Last price	$3.59
Size category	Mid Cap

MPT — Business Description

The business profile of Medical Properties Trust, Inc. (MPT) reflects its role in REIT - Healthcare Facilities. Medical Properties Trust, Inc. is a self-advised real estate investment trust formed in 2003 to acquire and develop net-leased hospital facilities. From its inception, the Company has grown to become one of the world's largest owners of hospital real estate with 378 facilities and approximately 38,000 licensed beds in nine countries and across three continents as of March 31, 2026. MPT's financing model facilitates acquisitions and recapitalizations and allows operators of hospitals to unlock the value of their real estate assets to fund facility improvements, technology upgrades and other investments in operations. Medical Properties Trust, Inc. is based in Alabama, Birmingham. Medical Properties Trust, Inc.…

Official website: https://www.medicalpropertiestrust.com.

MPT — Investment Thesis

Medical Properties Trust, Inc. (MPT) attracts investors weighing REIT - Healthcare Facilities fundamentals against current market pricing.

Revenue is expanding at roughly 1.9% year-over-year (public data).
Dividend yield near 9.9% adds an income component to total return.
Equity market capitalization is approximately $2.14B.

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MPT — Financial Health

MPT financial profile reflects operating efficiency and capital structure using available market fundamentals.

Negative profit margin (-2.7%) signals near-term profitability pressure. Positive free cash flow of $753.95M supports balance-sheet flexibility. Debt-to-equity of 215.67 warrants monitoring in a higher-rate environment.

Forward P/E	71.80×
Price / Sales	1.94×
Price / Book	0.48×
Gross margin	95.9%
Operating margin	57.4%
Profit margin	-2.7%
Return on equity	-0.6%
Debt / Equity	215.67
Free cash flow	$753.95M

MPT — Growth Outlook

Growth outlook for Medical Properties Trust, Inc. (MPT) depends on demand trends in REIT - Healthcare Facilities and the company's ability to convert revenue into sustainable earnings.

Revenue growth of 1.9% suggests steady but measured expansion.
Price is 44.5% below the 52-week high.
Shares trade 6.8% above the 52-week low — limited rebound so far.

MPT — Competitive Position

Medical Properties Trust, Inc. (MPT) is evaluated against peers on scale, margin structure, and capital efficiency within Real Estate.

Competes within Real Estate, specifically in REIT - Healthcare Facilities.
Market capitalization of $2.14B places MPT among mid-cap peers.
Gross margin near 95.9% may reflect pricing power or favorable mix.

MPT — Strengths

Strengths for Medical Properties Trust, Inc. (MPT) inferred from public financial metrics:

Gross margin of 95.9% supports competitive unit economics.
Positive free cash flow ($753.95M).
Dividend yield of 9.9% for income-oriented holders.

MPT — Weaknesses

Weaknesses and pressure points for Medical Properties Trust, Inc. (MPT) based on available data:

Thin profit margin (-2.7%).
Elevated debt-to-equity (215.67).
High beta (1.44) amplifies market swings.
Price 45% below the 52-week high — sustained negative sentiment.

MPT — Opportunities

Trading 6.8% above the 52-week low — potential recovery if fundamentals stabilize.
Dividend yield of 9.9% appeals to total-return investors.
Positive free cash flow enables reinvestment, debt reduction, or shareholder returns.

MPT — Risks

Beta of 1.44 implies above-market volatility.
Leverage (debt/equity 215.67) raises sensitivity to credit conditions.
Thin margins leave less room for operational missteps.

MPT — Summary

Medical Properties Trust, Inc. (MPT) is a mid-cap Real Estate company focused on REIT - Healthcare Facilities, listed on NYQ. Last price $3.59 with market cap $2.14B. Revenue grew 1.9% year-over-year per public data. Notable strengths include gross margin of 95.9% supports competitive unit economics. Key watch items include thin profit margin (-2.7%). Review free estimates and earnings pages for MPT; upgrade for institutional ownership and live headlines.

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Medical Properties Trust, Inc. FAQ

What does Medical Properties Trust, Inc. (MPT) do?

Medical Properties Trust, Inc. is a self-advised real estate investment trust formed in 2003 to acquire and develop net-leased hospital facilities. From its inception, the Company has grown to become one of the world's largest owners of hospital real estate with 378 facilities a…

What is MPT's P/E ratio?

Medical Properties Trust, Inc. has a trailing P/E of N/A× based on publicly available market data.

Does MPT pay a dividend?

Indicated dividend yield: 9.9%. Confirm ex-dates and payout history in Vest Terminal.

What sector is MPT in?

Medical Properties Trust, Inc. is classified in Real Estate (REIT - Healthcare Facilities) on NYQ.

What is MPT's market capitalization?

Approximate market cap: $2.14B.

What are the main risks for MPT?

Key risks include above-average volatility (beta 1.44), among factors on this page.

What are the strengths of MPT?

Potential positives include gross margin of 95.9% supports competitive unit economics, positive free cash flow ($753.95m).

Where can I get analyst estimates for MPT?

Public analyst price targets and consensus for Medical Properties Trust, Inc. are on the free /stocks/mpt/estimates page. Deeper estimate history and models are available in Vest Terminal.