The Dow Jones Equity All REIT Index is designed to measure all publicly traded real estate investment trusts in the Dow Jones U.S. stock universe classified as equity REITs according to the S&P Dow Jones Indices REIT Industry Classification Hierarchy. These companies are REITs that primarily own and operate income-producing real estate.
What is the S&P Dow Jones Indices REIT/Resi industry classification hierarchy?
The S&P Dow Jones Indices REIT/RESI Industry Classification Hierarchy is designed specifically to classify REITs. Its structure is independent from that of other classification systems used by S&P Dow Jones Indices.
Are equity REITs a good investment?
Equity REITs are real estate companies that purchase commercial properties and rent them out in order to generate income. Equity REITs are a good choice for investors who want a piece of the commercial real estate action without actually having to go out and buy property.
How do mortgage REITs work?
Mortgage REITs work similarly to equity REITs, but they invest in mortgages instead of physical properties. Equity REITs profit by generating rental income from the properties they operate, while mortgage REITs profit by selling mortgages and earning income from the interest on the mortgages they own.
