Real estate investment trusts (REITs) are expected to distribute $61.5 billion in dividends in 2026, a 4.9% increase from last year. Prologis, a leading industrial REIT, is projected to pay $4.3 billion in dividends, up 10% from last year. American Tower, the top telecommunications infrastructure REIT, may pay $3.4 billion in dividends. Realty Income, a global net lease REIT, is forecasted to pay $3 billion in dividends. Simon Property Trust, a leading retail REIT, could pay $2.8 billion in dividends. Public Storage, the world’s largest self-storage REIT, may pay $2.1 billion in dividends. These REITs have a strong track record of increasing dividend payments, making them attractive for investors seeking passive income.

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