Realty Income is a real estate investment trust (REIT) known as “The Monthly Dividend Company” for its focus on providing dependable monthly dividends to shareholders. The company invests in a large, diversified portfolio of commercial real estate, primarily under long-term, triple-net leases, meaning tenants pay for property operating expenses. Its portfolio includes retail, industrial, and other properties across 50 U.S. states and seven other countries, generating cash flow that supports its dividend payments.