Medical Properties Trust Faces Uncertainties Despite Analyst Optimism

• Analyst has "outperform" rating on Medical Properties Trust (MPW) stock and 35% 12-month upside potential

• Progress being made to improve financial situations of 2 key MPW tenants - Steward and Prospect

• However, significant uncertainties remain regarding Steward's ability to pay rent

• MPW dividend remains unstable; board will meet to discuss payout

• Stock still risky for all but most aggressive investors seeking turnarounds