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  <title>Truist Securities’ Barry Jonas on the Appeal of Gaming REITs to Investors</title>
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            &lt;div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-teaser field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__item"&gt;&lt;p&gt;Jonas says the sector is seeing “buy-in” from the REIT investment community.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/div&gt;
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  <pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 14:31:13 +0000</pubDate>
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  <title>Gaming REITs Post Steady Improvement in FFO, NOI</title>
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            &lt;div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-teaser field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__item"&gt;&lt;p&gt;Gaming REITs focus on acquiring real estate dedicated to gaming, entertainment, and experiential hospitality.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/div&gt;
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  <pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:25:25 +0000</pubDate>
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  <title>VICI Properties Sees Long-Term Growth in Experiential Real Estate</title>
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            &lt;div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-teaser field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__item"&gt;&lt;p&gt;CEO Ed Pitoniak discusses how shifting consumer preferences toward immersive entertainment, wellness, and destination experiences are driving VICI’s long-term growth strategy.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/div&gt;
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  <pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 19:59:51 +0000</pubDate>
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  <title>Gaming REITs: Varied Entertainment Options See Steady Consumer Demand</title>
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            &lt;div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-teaser field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__item"&gt;&lt;p&gt;Gaming REITs are real estate investment trusts that specialize in owning properties tied to gaming, entertainment, and experiential venues.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/div&gt;
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  <pubDate>Wed, 06 Aug 2025 14:06:27 +0000</pubDate>
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  <title>Ed Pitoniak Reflects on VICI Properties’ Resilience Amid Market Uncertainty</title>
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            &lt;div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-teaser field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__item"&gt;&lt;p&gt;The CEO highlighted the enduring strength of the American consumer and emphasized the need for agility in navigating volatile capital markets.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/div&gt;
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  <pubDate>Fri, 20 Dec 2024 17:34:45 +0000</pubDate>
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  <title>Gaming REITs Provide Stability, Predictability in Income</title>
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            &lt;div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-teaser field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__item"&gt;&lt;p&gt;Gaming REITs specialize in owning and leasing properties specifically used for gaming and entertainment purposes, such as casinos and related venues.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/div&gt;
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  <pubDate>Thu, 08 Aug 2024 18:33:40 +0000</pubDate>
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  <title>Despite Strong Access to Capital, VICI will Deploy Resources 'Carefully' in 2024</title>
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            &lt;div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-teaser field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__item"&gt;&lt;p&gt;CEO Ed Pitoniak said it’s hard to predict how 2024 will unfold and if the window to obtain more capital will remain open or not.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/div&gt;
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  <pubDate>Tue, 19 Dec 2023 01:32:35 +0000</pubDate>
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  <title>Gaming REITs Prove Viability of Business Model as Investor Interest Grows</title>
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            &lt;div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-teaser field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__item"&gt;&lt;p&gt;After casino operators proved uniquely resilient to the worst economic impacts of the pandemic, gaming REITs continue to benefit from positive fundamentals and growing investor interest.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/div&gt;
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  <pubDate>Thu, 07 Sep 2023 14:34:00 +0000</pubDate>
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  <title>Newly Launched Gaming Sector Reflects Growing Importance of Experiential Real Estate</title>
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            &lt;div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-teaser field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__item"&gt;&lt;p&gt;Gaming REITs are real estate companies that own gaming, entertainment, and experiential real estate properties, including casinos, resorts, and hotels.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/div&gt;
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  <pubDate>Thu, 03 Aug 2023 13:46:31 +0000</pubDate>
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  <title>Index Inclusion Helps REITs Expand Shareholder Base</title>
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            &lt;div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-teaser field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__item"&gt;&lt;p&gt;VICI Properties CEO Ed Pitoniak said he hopes the REIT’s inclusion in the new FTSE Nareit Equity Gaming Index will attract investors.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/div&gt;
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  <pubDate>Thu, 13 Jul 2023 17:58:16 +0000</pubDate>
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