Ernest Rady, founder and Executive Chairman of American Assets Trust (AAT), purchased approximately 100,000 shares at $22.54 per share for $2.3 million through various controlled entities and trusts. This transaction increased his total beneficial ownership to ~14.2 million shares valued at $318.99 million. The insider purchase is viewed as a bullish signal, as insider buying typically indicates confidence in the company's future prospects. AAT is a diversified REIT specializing in premium office, retail, and residential properties in high-barrier markets, with a 6%+ dividend yield.

Ernest S. Rady, Executive Chairman of American Assets Trust, purchased 79,729 shares worth approximately $1.8 million on August 24-26, 2026, at a weighted average price of $22.83. The insider purchase is viewed as a bullish signal, indicating Rady's confidence in the company's future prospects. The transaction increases his total beneficial ownership to approximately 14.1 million shares. AAT is a diversified REIT with a $1.4 billion market cap specializing in premium office, retail, and residential properties in high-barrier-to-entry markets, offering a 6% dividend yield.

American Assets Trust Executive Chairman Ernest Rady purchased 50,000 shares worth $1.1 million at $22.75 per share on August 21, 2026. The transaction increases his total ownership stake to approximately 23% of the company. Analysts view insider buying as a bullish signal, suggesting confidence in the company's future prospects, particularly given the stock's 15% appreciation over the past year and its current trading near 52-week highs.

Ernest S. Rady, Executive Chairman of American Assets Trust (AAT), purchased 10,000 shares at $24.21 per share on June 15, 2026, near the stock's 18-month high. This represents part of Rady's broader buying activity in 2026, with nearly 560,000 shares acquired across various holdings. The insider buying signals confidence in the REIT's outlook amid strong multifamily rents, improved lease collections, and robust Hawaii hotel property performance.

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American Assets Trust (NYSE: AAT) announced the tax treatment of its 2025 dividend distributions. The company paid total distributions of $1.360 per share throughout 2025, with allocations to ordinary dividends, long-term capital gains, Section 1250 gains, Section 199A dividends, and return of capital. Stockholders are advised to consult tax advisors regarding their specific tax treatment.

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American Assets Trust, Inc. has acquired Genesee Park, a 192-unit apartment community in San Diego, California. The acquisition presents an opportunity to enhance the property's value through strategic asset management initiatives.

American Assets Trust, Inc. announced the release date and conference call details for its second quarter 2024 earnings. The company is a real estate investment trust with a diverse portfolio of office, retail, and residential properties.

Investors need to pay close attention to American Assets Trust (AAT) stock based on the movements in the options market lately.

American Assets Trust (AAT) delivered FFO and revenue surprises of 5.97% and 4.05%, respectively, for the quarter ended March 2024. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?

Net income available to common stockholders of $19.3 million for the first quarter, or $0.32 per diluted share.