5 Best 5% Dividend Stocks To Buy According To Analysts

3. Medical Properties Trust, Inc. (NYSE:MPW)

Upside Potential as of April 12: 44.6%
Average Price Target Based on Analyst Ratings: $12.6

Medical Properties Trust, Inc. (NYSE:MPW) is an American real estate investment trust company that invests in healthcare facilities. On February 16, the company declared a quarterly dividend of $0.29 per share, which was in line with its previous dividend. The company is one of the best dividend stocks on our list as it has raised its payouts for nine years in a row. The stock has a dividend yield of  13.4%, as of April 12.

In April, Barclays maintained an Overweight rating on Medical Properties Trust, Inc. (NYSE:MPW) with a $12 price target, appreciating the company’s management. The stock has an average upside potential of 44.6%, as of April 12.

Medical Properties Trust, Inc. (NYSE:MPW) was a popular stock among hedge funds in Q4 2022 with 28 funds in Insider Monkey’s database owning stakes in the company, up from 23 in the previous quarter. These stakes are valued at $367.5 million collectively.