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Armour Residential REIT Inc.

S&P 500

ARR/Real Estate · REIT - Mortgage/NYSE

Dividend Yield

17.43%

$2.88 · Annual Dividend

Stock Price$17.14P/E6.6MCap2.1BLast update: Jun 26, 2026 at 06:56

Dividend Safety Rating

40/ 100Caution

ARR's dividend shows some areas that warrant monitoring. Strengths include a 45.2% cfo payout ratio & 138.8% operating margin. Areas of concern: 115.7% earnings payout ratio & 235.2% fcf payout ratio. As a REIT, higher payout ratios are normal since they are required to distribute most taxable income.

Based on 12 of 15 metrics

Strengths

  • Operating Margin: 138.8%Healthy operating margin provides a wide buffer.
  • Dividend Cut: NoneNo dividend cut in recent history.
  • CFO Payout Ratio: 45.2%Operating cash flow strongly supports the payout.

Risks

  • FCF Payout Ratio: 235.2%Free cash flow is tight relative to the dividend.
  • Debt-to-Equity: 790.7Debt-to-equity is elevated for the sector.
  • 5-Year Dividend CAGR: -13.7%Dividend growth has been weak or negative.

Payout & Coverage

Warning

Balance Sheet

Warning

Profitability

Caution
11.9%Caution
138.8%Very Safe

Dividend Track Record

Caution
8+ yrsSafe
NoneVery Safe
UnstableDanger

About 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

17.43%

Annual Dividend

$2.88

Frequency

Monthly

Payout Ratio

115.66%

FCF Payout Ratio

235.21%

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

Last Ex-Dividend Date

June 15, 2026

Next Payment Date

June 29, 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

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

$1,714.00

Annual Income

$288.00

Quarterly Income

$72.00

Monthly Income

$24.00

Frequently Asked Questions

What is ARR's current dividend yield?
Armour Residential REIT Inc. (ARR) currently has a dividend yield of 17.43%, based on a stock price of $17.14 and an annual dividend of $2.88.
When is ARR's next dividend payment date?
ARR's next ex-dividend date is 2026-06-15 and the next payment date is 2026-06-29. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does ARR pay in dividends per year?
Armour Residential REIT Inc. paid $2.88 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid monthly.
Has ARR been increasing its dividend?
Armour Residential REIT Inc. has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of -13.65%.
Is ARR's dividend safe?
Armour Residential REIT Inc. has a payout ratio of 115.66%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 235.21%. The payout ratio is above 100%, which may indicate the company is paying more in dividends than it earns. This could be unsustainable long-term.
How is ARR's Dividend Safety Rating calculated?
The Dividend Safety Rating evaluates Armour Residential REIT Inc.'s dividend sustainability across four categories: Payout & Coverage (30%), Balance Sheet (20%), Profitability (20%), and Dividend Track Record (30%). Each metric is rated from "Very Safe" to "Danger" based on industry-standard thresholds, with sector-specific adjustments for real estate companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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