
Chimera Investment Corp.
CIMChimera Investment Corp. (CIM) is a real estate investment trust (REIT) that focuses on investing in and managing residential mortgage-backed securities, residential housing, and related assets. Founded in 2007, the company primarily engages in mortgage finance and related activities, aiming to generate income for shareholders through its diversified portfolio of real estate-related assets.
Dividend History
Investors can expect a dividend payout of $0.37 per share, scheduled to be distributed in 7 days on January 30, 2026
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 30, 2026 | $0.37 | 2025-12-31 | 2025-12-31 |
| October 31, 2025 | $0.37 | 2025-09-30 | 2025-09-30 |
| July 31, 2025 | $0.37 | 2025-06-30 | 2025-06-30 |
| April 30, 2025 | $0.37 | 2025-03-31 | 2025-03-31 |
| January 31, 2025 | $0.37 | 2024-12-31 | 2024-12-31 |
Dividends Summary
- Consistent Payer: Chimera Investment Corp. has rewarded shareholders with 75 dividend payments over the past 18 years.
- Total Returned Value: Investors who held CIM shares during this period received a total of $20.74 per share in dividend income.
- Latest Payout: The most recent dividend of $0.37/share was paid 84 days ago, on October 31, 2025.
- Yield & Schedule: CIM currently pays dividends quarterly with an annual yield of 11.48%.
- Dividend Growth: Since 2008, the dividend payout has grown by 1380.0%, from $0.03 to $0.37.
- Dividend Reliability: CIM has maintained or increased its dividend for 9 consecutive payments.
Company News
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