Cell Tower Reits
What Are Cell Tower REITs?
Cell Tower Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) own and lease telecommunications towers that support wireless networks. These REITs generate revenue by leasing space on their towers to mobile carriers, benefiting from the growing demand for data and connectivity.
Why Invest?
Cell tower REITs offer stable, long-term cash flow through multi-year leases with major telecom providers. With the expansion of 5G, increased mobile usage, and the rise of IoT, demand for wireless infrastructure continues to grow, making these REITs a strong investment.
Challenges & Outlook
While regulatory hurdles and rising land costs pose challenges, the need for more cell sites and network expansion drives long-term growth. As mobile data consumption surges, cell tower REITs remain essential to the future of communication and digital connectivity.
| Ticker Symbol | Company Name | Property Sector | Market Cap ($B) | Dividend Yield | Payout Frequency | Price-to-FFO | Debt Ratio | Short Interest | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AMT | American Tower |  | Cell Tower | 98.25 | 3.07% | Quarter | 21.9 | 31% | 1.3% |
| CCI | Crown Castle |  | Cell Tower | 50.78 | 5.35% | Quarter | 15.3 | 32% | 1.3% |
| SBAC | SBA Communications |  | Cell Tower | 27.13 | 1.35% | Quarter | 19.9 | 33% | 2.4% |
| UNIT | Uniti Group |  | Cell Tower | 1.37 | 10.64% | Quarter | 4.1 | 81% | 8.4% |
