MPT files defamation lawsuit against Viceroy Research; issues letter to shareholders

MEDICAL PROPERTIES TRUST INC

Filed federal lawsuit against Viceroy Research seeking injunctive relief, disgorgement, and damages for defamation, conspiracy, and tortious interference.
2022 revenue exceeded $1.5B; NFFO and AFFO per share up 4%; portfolio EBITDARM coverage at 2.1x.
Steward concentration reduced from ~40% to ~19% after expected Utah sale to a large hospital system.
Macquarie partnership valued eight Massachusetts hospitals at ~$1.7B, generating a 47% gain on sale.
Rebutted round-tripping claims: funds for Houston hospital, IASIS/Steward, and Tenet hospitals paid directly to third parties.

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