MFA Financial Inc
MFANDividend History
Investors can expect a dividend payout of $0.55 per share, scheduled to be distributed in 30 days on August 17, 2026
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 17, 2026 | $0.55 | 2026-07-31 | 2026-08-01 |
| May 15, 2026 | $0.55 | 2026-05-01 | 2026-05-01 |
| February 17, 2026 | $0.55 | 2026-01-30 | 2026-02-01 |
| November 17, 2025 | $0.55 | 2025-10-31 | 2025-11-01 |
| August 15, 2025 | $0.55 | 2025-08-01 | 2025-08-01 |
Dividends Summary
- Consistent Payer: MFA Financial Inc has rewarded shareholders with 10 dividend payments over the past 2 years.
- Total Returned Value: Investors who held MFAN shares during this period received a total of $5.76 per share in dividend income.
- Latest Payout: The most recent dividend of $0.55/share was paid 64 days ago, on May 15, 2026.
- Yield & Schedule: MFAN currently pays dividends quarterly with an annual yield of 8.70%.
- Dividend Growth: Since 2024, the dividend payout has decreased by 27.4%, from $0.76 to $0.55.
- Dividend Reliability: MFAN has maintained or increased its dividend for 9 consecutive payments.
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