10-KPeriod: FY2024

WELLTOWER INC. Annual Report, Year Ended Dec 31, 2024

Filed February 12, 2025For Securities:WELL

Summary

Welltower Inc. (WELL) reported strong financial performance for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024, driven by significant growth in its Seniors Housing Operating segment, which accounted for 76% of total revenues. The company's total revenues increased by 27% year-over-year, reaching $6.04 billion for the Seniors Housing Operating segment and contributing to a consolidated Net Operating Income (NOI) of $3.16 billion. Welltower's strategic acquisitions and development activities, including the significant acquisition of Care UK, contributed to portfolio growth. The company demonstrated robust credit strength with a net debt to book capitalization ratio of 26.8% and an interest coverage ratio of 5.39x. The company also continued its commitment to shareholder returns by declaring a quarterly cash dividend of $0.67 per share. Key performance indicators such as Funds From Operations (FFO) per diluted share increased to $3.82, reflecting operational efficiency and value creation.

Financial Highlights

39 data points
Beta

Revenue

$7.99B

39.6% Gross Margin

Net Income

$951.68M

11.9% Net Margin

EPS (Diluted)

$1.57

Total Assets

$51.04B

Cash & Equivalents

$3.51B

Free Cash Flow

$2.26B

Financial Statements
Beta
Revenue$7.99B
Cost of Revenue$4.83B
Gross Profit$3.16B
SG&A Expenses$235.49M
Operating Expenses$7.47B
Net Income$951.68M
EPS (Basic)$1.58
EPS (Diluted)$1.57
Shares Outstanding (Basic)602.98M
Shares Outstanding (Diluted)608.75M

Key Highlights

  • 1Welltower's Seniors Housing Operating segment remains the dominant revenue driver, contributing 76% of total revenues and showing strong growth with a 36% increase in NOI year-over-year.
  • 2The company completed significant strategic acquisitions in 2024, including the acquisition of Care UK, expanding its U.K. presence and its overall portfolio.
  • 3Welltower reported a consolidated NOI of $3.16 billion, a 17% increase compared to the prior year, demonstrating effective property-level performance.
  • 4Strong credit metrics were maintained, with a net debt to book capitalization ratio of 26.8% and an interest coverage ratio of 5.39x, indicating a healthy balance sheet.
  • 5The company successfully raised approximately $7.45 billion in gross proceeds through its ATM Programs in 2024, supporting its growth and investment strategies.
  • 6Welltower continued to return capital to shareholders, declaring a quarterly cash dividend of $0.67 per share and maintaining its streak of consecutive quarterly dividend payments.
  • 7Same-store NOI (SSNOI) for the Seniors Housing Operating segment increased by 19.5% year-over-year, indicating healthy underlying performance in its core assets.

Frequently Asked Questions

Welltower's revenue growth in 2024 was primarily driven by the strong performance of its Seniors Housing Operating segment, which saw a 27% increase in total revenues year-over-year. This growth was fueled by acquisitions, construction conversions, and steady increases in occupancy and rates within this segment.

Welltower maintained a strong capital structure with a net debt to book capitalization ratio of 26.8% and an interest coverage ratio of 5.39x. The company actively managed its debt through a combination of equity issuances under its ATM Programs, repayment of senior unsecured notes, and the expansion of its credit facilities, demonstrating a proactive approach to capital management.

Welltower operates across three primary segments: Seniors Housing Operating, Triple-net, and Outpatient Medical. For the year ended December 31, 2024, Seniors Housing Operating contributed 53.7% to NOI, Triple-net contributed 26.6%, and Outpatient Medical contributed 19.7%. The company also has a Non-segment/Corporate category which includes its loan portfolio.

Welltower's strategy involves investing in leading seniors housing operators, post-acute providers, and health systems to fund the real estate and infrastructure needed for innovative care delivery models. The company diversifies its investments across property types and geographies, focusing on major, high-growth markets in the U.S., Canada, and the U.K.