Billionaire Lee Cooperman’s Top 15 Long-Term Stock Picks

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14. Arbor Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE:ABR)

Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 16  

Omega Advisors’ Stake: $38.3 million

Arbor Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE:ABR) is a nationwide real estate investment trust and direct lender that provides loan origination and servicing for multifamily, senior housing, healthcare, and other diverse commercial real estate assets. There are multiple key drivers that make Arbor Realty Trust a great choice for investment. For instance, the company reported GAAP net income for the third quarter of 2024 of $0.31 and distributable earnings of $0.43 per diluted common share and declared cash dividend on common stock of $0.43 per share. This highlights the company’s commitment to returning value to shareholders, as distributable earnings match the dividend payout. Secondly, the company, in partnership with Chandan Economics, publishes industry-leading research reports focused on multifamily and single-family real estate investing. The latest reports, like Single-Family Rental Investment Trends and Affordable Housing Trends, offer valuable insights into market dynamics.

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