Apple Hospitality REIT Announces Monthly Distribution

Apple Hospitality REIT, Inc. (APLE) filed an SEC Form 8-K — Results of Operations and Financial Condition. Exhibit 99.1 Apple Hospitality REIT Reports Results of Operations for Second Quarter 2026 RICHMOND, Va. (August 5, 2026) – Apple Hospitality REIT, Inc. (NYSE: APLE) (the “Company” or “Apple Hospitality”) today announced results of operations for the second quarter ended June 30,

RDOG, the ALPS REIT Dividend Dogs ETF, gained 22.1% year to date through July 17, helped by M&A, credit upgrades and refinancings in its holdings. National Storage Affiliates jumped 66.2% after Public Storage agreed to buy it in March. Other contributors included FrontView, Postal Realty and RLJ Lodging. Nareit reported 8 REIT mergers and privatizations worth $57.7B through June.

First Phosphate Corp. (PHOS) may face reduced equity dilution after Noble Capital Markets noted potential lower funding needs for its Bégin-Lamarche project, supported by Swiss Export Risk Insurance (SERV) and other financing. SERV could provide up to US$212.5 million, reducing the equity requirement to about US$82.5 million. Noble maintains an Outperform rating and $25.50 price target.

Aon raised $13.75 billion in senior notes, guaranteed by its subsidiaries, with maturities from 2029 to 2056 and coupons ranging from 5.350% to 6.450%. The funds, approximately $13.4 billion after expenses, will support the USI Advantage Corp. acquisition and general corporate purposes. The notes include redemption protections tied to the deal's completion.

Burford Capital (BUR) priced $300M of 8% senior secured notes due 2029 to refinance $400M of 6.25% unsecured notes due 2028. The move aims to reduce debt and extend maturity, but increases borrowing costs and pledges collateral. Success depends on future cash collections and investment performance.

Agree Realty Corp (NYSE: ADC) announced a $400M bond offering at 5.650% coupon, maturing in 2036. Shares rose 0.03% to $68.16. ADC offers a 4.64% dividend yield but has a high payout ratio of 1.65. GuruFocus values ADC 14.1% undervalued with a GF Score of 87/100. Insiders and gurus show confidence with recent purchases.