Ellington Financial Inc. Declares Dividends on Common and Preferred Stock

Key Points for Investors

• Board Declares Multiple Dividends: Ellington Financial Inc. (NYSE: EFC) announced several dividend payments for its common and preferred shareholders.
• Common Stock Dividend: A monthly dividend of \$0.13 per share will be paid on April 30, 2026 to shareholders of record as of March 31, 2026.
• Preferred Stock Dividends:
  • Series B (6.250% Fixed-Rate Reset Cumulative Redeemable Preferred): Quarterly dividend of \$0.390625 per share, payable April 30, 2026, to holders as of March 31, 2026.
  • Series C (8.625% Fixed-Rate Reset Cumulative Redeemable Preferred): Quarterly dividend of \$0.5390625 per share, payable April 30, 2026, to holders as of March 31, 2026.
  • Series D (7.00% Cumulative Perpetual Redeemable Preferred): Quarterly dividend of \$0.4375 per share, payable March 30, 2026, to holders as of March 20, 2026.
• All Dividends Declared by the Board: The company’s Board of Directors has formally approved these dividend payments, reflecting confidence in the company’s ongoing cash flow and financial stability.

Price-Sensitive and Shareholder-Relevant Information

• Regular and Substantial Payouts: The announcement of regular dividends, especially in the current market environment, may signal to investors that Ellington Financial Inc. maintains a robust capital position and expects continued positive cash flow.
• Record Dates and Payment Dates: Shareholders must own the respective shares by the record dates to be eligible for these dividends. This can impact trading volumes approaching these dates as investors seek to qualify for the payouts.
• Potential Impact on Share Price: Dividend announcements can be price sensitive, especially if the payout amount differs from market expectations or signals a change in the company’s outlook. In this case, the maintenance of consistent dividends could support the share price, attract income-focused investors, and enhance shareholder value.
• Preferred Shares as Income Vehicles: The relatively high yields on the preferred shares, especially the 8.625% Series C and 7.00% Series D, may appeal to investors seeking stable income in a volatile interest rate environment.

Detailed Breakdown of Dividend Payments

About Ellington Financial Inc.

Ellington Financial invests in a broad array of financial assets, including residential and commercial mortgage loans and mortgage-backed securities, reverse mortgage loans, mortgage servicing rights and related investments, consumer loans, asset-backed securities, collateralized loan obligations, non-mortgage and mortgage-related derivatives, debt and equity investments in loan origination companies, and other strategic investments. The company is externally managed and advised by Ellington Financial Management LLC, an affiliate of Ellington Management Group, L.L.C.

Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Information

This announcement contains forward-looking statements which are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, including changes in interest rates, market volatility, regulatory changes, and other factors. Actual results may differ materially from those anticipated. Investors are encouraged to review Ellington Financial’s filings with the SEC for more details on risk factors.

Disclaimer

This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice or a recommendation to buy or sell any securities. Please consult your financial advisor before making investment decisions. The information is based on company filings and public statements as of the date of this article and may be subject to change or updates.

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