Monday, June 23, 2014

American Realty Capital Properties Preferred Stock, Opportunities And Risks

Those considering investing in American Realty Capital Properties, Inc. (ARCP), but who are concerned about its aggressive acquisition strategy and the means of funding it, might find ARCP's preferred stock a better alternative. ARCP is a property REIT and offers a traditional preferred stock that trades on the NGS under the symbol ARCPP. The unrated security's $23 share price is providing a current yield of 7.3 percent.

In June 2012, the company reported that its portfolio included 118 properties. Two years later, the company now reports 3,809 properties in its portfolio, prompting concerns from major shareholders. The company's preferred stock may offer a way of investing in this company while reducing the volatility risk and shareholder turmoil that has come with its aggressive growth strategy.

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