Annaly Capital's Easy Money Is Gone - But The 12% Yield Isn't

Annaly Capital Management's NLY performance and prospects remain closely tied to movements in mortgage rates and Federal Reserve policy.

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Envestnet Asset Management Inc. lifted its position in Annaly Capital Management Inc (NYSE: NLY) by 8.8% in the undefined quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the SEC. The institutional investor owned 1,176,685 shares of the real estate investment trust's stock after acquiring an additional 95,201 shares during the

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Annaly Capital Management, Inc. Announces Preferred Dividends.

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Thrivent Financial for Lutherans reduced its stake in Annaly Capital Management Inc (NYSE: NLY) by 27.1% in the undefined quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The fund owned 225,224 shares of the real estate investment trust's stock after selling 83,535 shares during the quarter. Thrivent Financial

Annaly (NLY) is rapidly expanding its mortgage-backed securities portfolio, delivering strong Q4 results with robust net interest income and book value growth. NLY's net interest spread rose to 0.93%, the highest in a year, supported by 26% Y/Y net interest income growth and lower funding costs. The REIT's dividend remains well-covered with a 1.06X coverage ratio, positioning NLY as a compelling yield play for 2026, amid expectations of falling rates.

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Multiple mortgage REITs fell by over 10% on the day. The stock driving the bus of bad dropped 33% on Friday and is continuing lower today. Preferred shares and baby bonds have consistently outperformed on a risk-adjusted basis, prompting a portfolio shift towards these instruments for better yield and stability.