1. Ventas reported better-than-expected FFO driven by strong demand for senior housing. 2. Stable demand in senior housing positively impacts VTR's financial outlook.
The increase in FFO reflects robust market conditions for VTR's properties, similar to past performance spikes when demand rose.
Current demand stability positions VTR favorably against its competitors, which may attract investment interest.
The immediate effects are likely due to quarterly earnings but can influence investor sentiment quickly.