Global Net Lease, Inc.
S&P 500GNL/Real Estate · REIT - Diversified/NYSE
Dividend Yield
8.38%
$0.76 · Annual Dividend
Dividend Safety Rating
GNL's dividend shows several warning signs. Strengths include a 2.2x current ratio & 159.3 debt-to-equity. Areas of concern: 1243.3% earnings payout ratio & 119.7% fcf payout ratio. As a REIT, higher payout ratios are normal since they are required to distribute most taxable income.
Based on 15 of 15 metrics
Strengths
- Current Ratio: 2.2xStrong short-term liquidity to meet obligations.
- Operating Margin: 31.3%Healthy operating margin provides a wide buffer.
- Gross Margin: 88.2%High gross margin signals strong pricing power.
Risks
- Earnings Payout Ratio: 1243.3%High earnings payout ratio leaves little safety margin.
- FCF Payout Ratio: 119.7%Free cash flow is tight relative to the dividend.
- CFO Payout Ratio: 286.5%Operating cash flow leaves little room for the payout.
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CautionAbout Global Net Lease, Inc.
Global Net Lease, Inc. is a publicly traded real estate investment trust specializing in the acquisition and management of a global portfolio of single-tenant net lease properties. The company’s portfolio spans key markets in the United States, United Kingdom, and Europe, focusing on mission-critical assets leased to creditworthy, investment-grade tenants. With a disciplined investment approach, Global Net Lease targets long-term value creation through stable and predictable cash flows generated from high-quality commercial real estate, including industrial, office, and retail sectors. The trust leverages active management and strong tenant relationships to maintain portfolio performance and resilience across market cycles, positioning itself as a reliable platform in the net lease REIT sector.
Dividend Overview
Dividend Yield
8.38%
Annual Dividend
$0.76
Frequency
Quarterly
Payout Ratio
1243.33%
FCF Payout Ratio
119.69%
52-Week Range
$6.77 - $10.04
Dividend History (2016–2025)
GNL annual dividend per share and yield history
Earnings & Profitability
GNL earnings per share and net profit margin
Key Dates
Last Ex-Dividend Date
April 13, 2026
Last Payment Date
April 17, 2026
Dividend Growth
3-Year Dividend CAGR
-19.17%
5-Year Dividend CAGR
-13.38%
10-Year Dividend CAGR
-2.65%
3-Year Total Growth
-47.19%
5-Year Total Growth
-51.23%
10-Year Total Growth
-23.58%
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