Getty Realty Corp

GTY

Market cap $2.19B

Think large caps are still the best bet? The data say you are looking in the wrong place.

Income investors got a mixed setup heading into the back half of 2026. Long rates are still stubborn, credit spreads are tight, and dividend growth has slowed at many blue chips.

This is an auspicious time to invest in REITs outyielding the no-risk rate by 100 bps or more. This article presents 3 Net Lease REITs that offer compelling yields, strong balance sheets, positive growth prospects, and favorable valuations. All 3 companies demonstrate superb occupancy, stable triple-net lease structures, and steady dividend growth, with yields outpacing Treasuries by 100 - 200 basis points.

REITs are poised for 6-7% earnings growth in coming years, outpacing the historical 3-4% average, with multiple sectors showing accelerating fundamentals. Shopping centers, healthcare (notably senior housing), and data centers are standout sectors, benefiting from robust private market demand, supply constraints, and AI-driven tailwinds. Office REITs see improving leasing, especially from AI-related demand, while quality bifurcation widens; overweight positions in BXP and CUZ reflect this thesis.

Investors interested in REIT and Equity Trust - Other stocks are likely familiar with Pebblebrook Hotel (PEB) and Getty Realty (GTY). But which of these two companies is the best option for those looking for undervalued stocks?

Some REIT risks remain underappreciated. Gas stations and car washes face long-term headwinds. Farmland looks attractive, but leverage creates risk.

Omega Healthcare Investors and Getty Realty have both delivered double-digit returns and offer yields near 6%, supported by robust fundamentals. I expect a potential REIT sector sell-off later this year if interest rates rise, presenting a buying opportunity for long-term income investors. OHI has strengthened its balance sheet, reduced its payout ratio to 86%, and maintains ample liquidity with no debt maturities until 2028.

NEW YORK, June 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Getty Realty Corp. (NYSE: GTY), a net lease REIT focused on convenience and automotive retail real estate, will release its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2026 after the market closes on Wednesday, July 22, 2026. Getty Realty Corp. will host a conference call and webcast on Thursday, July 23, 2026, at 8:30 a.m.

Getty Realty offers a 5.9% yield, robust dividend growth, and market-beating total returns, making it attractive for income-focused investors. GTY's diversified net lease portfolio, high occupancy, and disciplined acquisitions drive consistent AFFO and dividend per share growth. Strong balance sheet, ample liquidity, and no debt maturities until mid-2028 underpin dividend safety.

Investors with an interest in REIT and Equity Trust - Other stocks have likely encountered both Pebblebrook Hotel (PEB) and Getty Realty (GTY). But which of these two companies is the best option for those looking for undervalued stocks?