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Ventas Hits 52-Week High $88.16 → Dividend Raised 8% to $0.52/Quarter, Senior Housing Growth

Ventas hit a 52-week high of $88.16 and raised its quarterly dividend 8% to $0.52 per share, fueled by accelerating senior housing occupancy and rental rate growth as the aging U.S. population drives structural demand. Analysts hold a Buy consensus with an average price target of $92.18, suggesting additional upside as the senior housing supply-demand imbalance continues to benefit REIT operators. Risks include potential development oversupply in select senior housing markets, operator financial health dependency, and rising interest rate pressure on REIT valuations.