Ellington Financial Inc. (NYSE: EFC) announced on September 24, 2026, an estimated book value per share of $13.62 for its common stock as of August 31, 2026. The company stated that this estimate incorporates the impact of a monthly dividend payment.
The dividend is set at $0.13 per share of common stock. This payment is scheduled to be distributed on September 30, 2026, to shareholders of record as of August 31, 2026. The ex-dividend date for this payment is also August 31, 2026.
The company provided a cautionary note regarding the estimate. It stated that the book value per share is subject to change upon the completion of month-end and quarter-end valuation procedures for its investment positions. Ellington Financial indicated that any such change could be material.
The company further clarified that there is no assurance the estimated book value is indicative of results for the three- or nine-month period ending September 30, 2026, or future periods. Ellington undertook no obligation to update or revise the estimated book value prior to the issuance of official financial statements for those periods.
