Real estate investment trusts continue to attract conservative investors seeking steady income in a volatile market. Yields for MREIT, RCR, and CREIT range between 6 and 7 percent, competitive with long-term bonds.
Even as property values soften, occupancy rates have remained stable thanks to business process outsourcing tenants and logistics demand. BDO Securities said that REIT distributions could improve once the BSP begins cutting rates, reducing refinancing costs.
For investors, REITs provide predictable cash flow with lower risk compared with equities. For developers, they serve as a financing vehicle for new projects. The sector’s resilience underscores how income-driven investing is becoming mainstream among Filipinos.