Armour Residential REIT Inc.
S&P 1500ARR/Real Estate · REIT - Mortgage/NYSE
Dividend Yield
17.52%
$2.88 · Annual Dividend
Dividend Safety Rating
ARR's dividend shows some areas that warrant monitoring. Strengths include a 65.3% earnings payout ratio & 20.3% return on equity. Areas of concern: 109.2% fcf payout ratio & 228.2% cfo payout ratio. As a REIT, higher payout ratios are normal since they are required to distribute most taxable income.
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Strengths
- Earnings Payout Ratio: 65.3%Low earnings payout ratio leaves room to grow the dividend.
- Return on Equity: 20.3%Strong return on equity reflects efficient profit generation.
- Operating Margin: 87.0%Healthy operating margin provides a wide buffer.
Risks
- FCF Payout Ratio: 109.2%Free cash flow is tight relative to the dividend.
- CFO Payout Ratio: 228.2%Operating cash flow leaves little room for the payout.
- Debt-to-Equity: 756.7Debt-to-equity is elevated for the sector.
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CautionAbout Armour Residential REIT Inc.
Armour Residential REIT Inc. is a type of real estate investment trust that focuses on investing in government-backed mortgage securities. Primarily, it manages a portfolio of residential mortgage-backed securities (MBS), which are backed by government-sponsored entities such as Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and Ginnie Mae. Armour Residential REIT’s primary function is to generate income through its investments in these mortgages by utilizing strategies like leverage to enhance returns. This makes the trust crucial in providing liquidity and stability within the housing finance industry. Notably, Armour Residential REIT operates within the mortgage finance sector, impacting both real estate and financial markets by influencing mortgage rates and availability. Headquartered in Vero Beach, Florida, the trust plays a significant role in connecting investors with opportunities within the U.S. residential mortgage market. By investing in long and short-term securities, Armour Residential can adapt to varying market conditions, hence maintaining its significance in the broader economic context. Through its operations, the REIT contributes to housing market fluidity and facilitates access to capital for homeowners.
Dividend Overview
Dividend Yield
17.52%
Annual Dividend
$2.88
Frequency
Monthly
Payout Ratio
65.31%
FCF Payout Ratio
109.16%
52-Week Range
$13.98 - $19.31
Dividend History (2016–2025)
ARR annual dividend per share and yield history
Earnings & Profitability
ARR earnings per share and net profit margin
Key Dates
Next Ex-Dividend Date
August 17, 2026
Next Payment Date
August 28, 2026
Dividend Growth
3-Year Dividend CAGR
-21.70%
5-Year Dividend CAGR
-13.65%
10-Year Dividend CAGR
N/A
3-Year Total Growth
-52.00%
5-Year Total Growth
-52.00%
10-Year Total Growth
N/A
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