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29.05

+0.11 (0.38%)

as of Jun 5, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.

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Jun 5, 2026, 12:00 am

This summary was created by AI, based on 7 opinions in the last 12 months.

Smart REIT (SRU.UN) is viewed by experts as a solid investment primarily due to its strong fundamentals, including high-quality tenants like Walmart, which serves as its anchor. While the REIT is recognized for its defensive nature and reliable dividend yield—close to 7%—it faces challenges in terms of growth potential, with many experts predicting limited appreciation in stock value and rental income in the current economic climate. The CEO's management and decisions, such as building condos, are praised, yet concerns linger regarding high payout ratios and dependence on a single major tenant. Overall, the outlook suggests that while the REIT remains safe, investors may find better growth opportunities elsewhere, particularly in sectors less affected by high leverage and economic fluctuations.

Consensus

Neutral

Valuation

Fair Value

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DON'T BUY

Great to have a tenant like WMT, as it makes the cashflow very dependable. Being so defensive means not a lot of internal growth, really lags compared to peers, bottom line cashflow not increasing. Higher leverage than peers. Muted earnings growth.

Higher distribution yield around 8%. Could own for the yield. Dividend secure. Payout ratio below 100%.

HOLD

Great job getting into other asset types by going vertically on what they already own. Operating income dictated mainly by WMT, which gives a very defensive profile, so he doesn't really worry. Flipside is very little growth. Tight cashflow coverage. Believes distribution of 8% is safe, even though payout ratio spiked above 100% temporarily. Better earnings growth elsewhere.

HOLD

Trevor Rose’s Insights - Trevor’s most-liked answers from 5i Research.

Units are quite cheap at 11X cash flow, and generally we like it for income. Very little growth is expected, and of course inflation/rates impact it, and the retail sector is somewhat under siege right now. Payout ratio is high at 93%, but did drop from 96% in the Q1. Cash flow in the quarter improved to 54c from 51c. Decent for income but we would not expect much excitement here.
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HOLD

Yield of 7% is extremely attractive. Nothing wrong with it, stable. Trades at a discount. Well positioned to weather a challenging economic environment with WMT, but a lower growth profile. Hold, and collect the distribution. Other opportunities in the space, such as FCR.UN.

Unspecified

It operates across Canada with its principle tenant being Walmart. Has stable cash flow with little growth although it is increasing density in existing space. He feels there are other places to be in real estate.

HOLD

A defensive chapter within the retail story. Pristine balance sheet. 1/3 of space anchored by WMT, a strong leasing partner. Selling on-site condos, and immigration keeps demand high. Yield is 6%.

DON'T BUY

Solid operations, slight beat. Operating income up 5%. He's modelled a decent growth rate of 4.6% 2021-23. Nice dividend, good payout ratio. Reasonable multiple. Don't buy here. He wants a nicer growth rate such as with CRR.UN. See his Top Picks.

WAIT

He owns the bonds. Retail nature doesn't fit his criteria. One of the better retail assets out there, anchored by WMT, a very strong tenant. Adding condos, rentals, and developments. He's hesitant to get back into retail. Not a bad entry point.

BUY

Billy Kawasaki’s Insights - Billy’s most-liked answers from 5i Research. Diversification effort makes sense. Management is solid and the CEO has significant stakes in the REIT. Revenu was inline with estimates. Per-unit cash flow was 5% better, rising 12%. Occupancy was 97.4%. Debt ratio is good at 42.9% and payout ratio is ok with 85.8%. Fine for income. Unlock Premium - Try 5i Free

COMMENT

Great development sites. A good site north of Toronto will add lots of value. Doesn't have same internal growth prospects as some others but is very defensive with a stable distribution. What will close gap to NAV. Not adding today.

HOLD

Great operator. Dominant lease to WMT, so distribution is safe. Long-term hold for income. As a total return investor, he looks for more. Tougher leasing environment, below 98% occupancy level.

PAST TOP PICK

(A Top Pick Oct 19/20, Up 59%) A year ago people were seeing lock-downs but most properties have Walmart and Dollarama, which stayed open, as tenants. He still likes these REITs. You might want to trim a bit of your gains.

HOLD

65% Walmart. It is retail, anchored primarily by Walmart. It comes with very low rent growth but an attractive distribution growth that is quite safe. He can find growth and value elsewhere, however.

BUY

SRU.UN has a nice distribution and looks good from a price to growth level.

DON'T BUY

It is a great company. There is not necessarily a grocery component in their centers. It is trading on parity with net asset value. It has the lowest earnings growth amongst its peers and so he is not looking to own this stock today. The yield is solid, however.

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