ROAD Act Passed, American Homes 4 Rent Remains Attractively Priced (Downgrade)
American Homes 4 Rent is downgraded from "Strong Buy" to "Buy" as it remains a compelling REIT for exposure to single-family rentals, leveraging a build-to-rent strategy over acquisitions. AMH posted strong Q2 results, raising 2026 FFO guidance, maintaining a 96% occupancy rate, and achieving consistent 3% rent increases on renewals. With a 3.92% yield, rapid dividend growth, and active share buybacks, AMH delivers both direct and indirect shareholder returns, supported by a stable tenant base.