Annaly Capital Management. Inc.
NLYAnnaly Capital Management, Inc. (NLY) is a mortgage real estate investment trust (REIT) that specializes in investing in and financing residential and commercial mortgage-backed securities. Founded in 1997, the company seeks to generate income for its investors primarily through the interest earned on its mortgage assets, leveraging the mortgage markets to deliver consistent dividend income. Annaly operates as a passive investment vehicle, managing a diversified portfolio of mortgage-related assets to capitalize on interest rate movements and credit spreads.
Dividend History
Investors can expect a dividend payout of $0.70 per share, scheduled to be distributed in 7 days on January 30, 2026
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 30, 2026 | $0.70 | 2025-12-31 | 2025-12-31 |
| October 31, 2025 | $0.70 | 2025-09-30 | 2025-09-30 |
| July 31, 2025 | $0.70 | 2025-06-30 | 2025-06-30 |
| April 30, 2025 | $0.70 | 2025-03-31 | 2025-03-31 |
| January 31, 2025 | $0.65 | 2024-12-31 | 2024-12-31 |
Dividends Summary
- Consistent Payer: Annaly Capital Management. Inc. has rewarded shareholders with 92 dividend payments over the past 22 years.
- Total Returned Value: Investors who held NLY shares during this period received a total of $37.87 per share in dividend income.
- Latest Payout: The most recent dividend of $0.70/share was paid 84 days ago, on October 31, 2025.
- Yield & Schedule: NLY currently pays dividends quarterly with an annual yield of 11.74%.
- Dividend Growth: Since 2004, the dividend payout has grown by 48.9%, from $0.47 to $0.70.
- Dividend Reliability: NLY has maintained or increased its dividend for 12 consecutive payments.
Company News
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