Federal Realty Investment Trust (NYSE:FRT) is one of the 12 Best REIT Dividend Stocks to Buy Now. As a retail property owner and manager, FRT focuses on areas with high population density and higher-income households, providing resilience during economic downturns. The company recently increased its quarterly dividend by 3% to $1.13 per share, marking its 58th consecutive year of dividend increases and yielding 4.54% as of October 1. While FRT is a solid investment, certain AI stocks may offer greater upside potential and less downside risk.

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