What is EFC's current dividend yield?

Ellington Financial Inc. (EFC) has a dividend yield of 11.54%, paying $1.56 per share annually.

How often does EFC pay dividends?

Ellington Financial Inc. typically pays dividends on a quarterly basis. The annual dividend totals $1.56 per share.

When is EFC's next ex-dividend date?

The most recent ex-dividend date for Ellington Financial Inc. was May 29, 2026. Ex-dividend dates are typically announced a few weeks before the payment date.

What is EFC's dividend growth rate?

Ellington Financial Inc. has a 5-year dividend compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.7%. The 10-year CAGR is -3.2%.

What is EFC's payout ratio?

Ellington Financial Inc. has a payout ratio of 96%, meaning it distributes 96% of its earnings as dividends. This is elevated and may limit future increases.

Ellington Financial Inc. (EFC) Dividend Analysis

Comprehensive dividend yield, safety, growth, and income analysis for EFC.

Ellington Financial Inc. (EFC) pays a high 11.54% dividend yield, or $1.56 per share annually at a stock price of $13.57. The payout ratio of 96% is elevated, which may indicate the dividend could be cut if earnings decline. Earnings cover the dividend 1.0x. Dividend growth is slowing — the 3-year CAGR of -4.7% trails the 5-year rate of 4.7% and the 10-year rate of -3.2%. The most recent ex-dividend date was May 29, 2026.

Dividend Overview

Ellington Financial Inc. (EFC) pays a high 11.54% dividend yield, or $1.56 per share annually at a stock price of $13.57.

Dividend Yield

11.54%

Annual Dividend

$1.56

Share Price

$13.57

Ex-Dividend Date

May 29, 2026

Consecutive Years

0 yrs

Sector

Real Estate

Dividend Safety

At Risk

The payout ratio of 96% is elevated, which may indicate the dividend could be cut if earnings decline.

Payout Ratio96%

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DRIP Projection

$10,000 invested in EFC with dividends reinvested would grow to approximately $38,042 after 10 years, generating roughly $6,948/year in dividend income. This projection assumes the current 11.54% yield and a 4.7% annual dividend growth rate with all dividends reinvested.

Year	Portfolio Value	Annual Income	Total Return
Year 1	$11,154	$1,347	+12%
Year 5	$18,158	$2,636	+82%
Year 10	$38,042	$6,948	+280%
Year 15	$94,879	$21,801	+849%
Year 20	$292,236	$84,485	+2822%

Assumes constant share price and reinvestment at current price. Actual results will vary. Try our DRIP Calculator for a customized projection with real historical data.