EPR Properties (NYSE:EPR) today announced that its Board of Trustees has
declared its monthly cash dividend to common shareholders. The dividend
of $0.285 per common share is payable February 18, 2014 to shareholders
of record on January 31, 2014. This dividend represents an annualized
dividend of $3.42 per common share, an increase of 8.2% over prior year
and the Company’s fifth consecutive year with an annual dividend
increase.
David Brain, President and CEO, commented, “We are very pleased to
announce this noteworthy dividend increase as it reflects our
exceedingly healthy portfolio, operations and growth outlook. We remain
committed to driving shareholder value and continued dividend growth.”
About EPR Properties
EPR Properties is a specialty real estate investment trust (REIT) that
invests in properties in select market segments which require unique
industry knowledge, while offering the potential for stable and
attractive returns. Our total investments exceed $3.4 billion and our
primary investment segments are Entertainment, Recreation and Education.
We adhere to rigorous underwriting and investing criteria centered on
key industry and property level cash flow standards. We believe our
focused niche approach provides a competitive advantage, and the
potential for higher growth and better yields. Further information is
available at www.eprkc.com.
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