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Ellington Residential Mortgage (EARN)

Ellington Residential Mortgage (EARN) 1-star rating from Upturn Advisory
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Upturn Advisory Summary

11/12/2025: EARN (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Upturn Star Rating

Upturn 1 star rating for performance

Not Recommended Performance

These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.

Number of Analysts

1 star rating from financial analysts

4 Analysts rated it

Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.

1 Year Target Price $5.88

1 Year Target Price $5.88

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$5.88 Target price
52w Low $3.92
Current$5.28
52w High $6.02

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -0.63%
Avg. Invested days 51
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 198.31M USD
Price to earnings Ratio 18.86
1Y Target Price 5.88
Price to earnings Ratio 18.86
1Y Target Price 5.88
Volume (30-day avg) 4
Beta 1.3
52 Weeks Range 3.92 - 6.02
Updated Date 11/12/2025
52 Weeks Range 3.92 - 6.02
Updated Date 11/12/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 18.39%
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.28

Earnings Date

Report Date 2025-11-19
When -
Estimate 0.2233
Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin -14.61%
Operating Margin (TTM) 75.59%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) -0.6%
Return on Equity (TTM) -2.82%

Valuation

Trailing PE 18.86
Forward PE 5.68
Enterprise Value 698956544
Price to Sales(TTM) 5.53
Enterprise Value 698956544
Price to Sales(TTM) 5.53
Enterprise Value to Revenue 12.35
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -
Shares Outstanding 37559195
Shares Floating 37031113
Shares Outstanding 37559195
Shares Floating 37031113
Percent Insiders 1.41
Percent Institutions 12.87

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Ellington Residential Mortgage

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Company Overview

Company history and background logo History and Background

Ellington Residential Mortgage REIT (EARN) was founded in 2013 and focuses on acquiring and managing residential mortgage-backed securities (RMBS). It is externally managed by Ellington Management Group, LLC.

Company business area logo Core Business Areas

  • RMBS Acquisition: Acquires and manages residential mortgage-backed securities, including agency and non-agency RMBS.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Laurence Penn is the Chief Executive Officer. The company is externally managed by Ellington Management Group, LLC.

Top Products and Market Share

Product Key Offerings logo Key Offerings

  • Agency RMBS: Invests in RMBS guaranteed by government-sponsored enterprises (GSEs) like Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Market share data is highly fragmented and depends on specific RMBS sub-segments. Competitors include Annaly Capital Management (NLY), AGNC Investment Corp. (AGNC).
  • Non-Agency RMBS: Invests in RMBS not guaranteed by GSEs, offering potentially higher returns but also greater risk. Market share data is highly fragmented and depends on specific RMBS sub-segments. Competitors include Annaly Capital Management (NLY), Chimera Investment Corporation (CIM).

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The RMBS market is influenced by interest rates, housing market conditions, and government policies. The current environment is characterized by interest rate volatility and concerns about economic growth.

Positioning

EARN is a relatively smaller player in the RMBS market. Its competitive advantage lies in its experienced management team and its focus on niche segments of the market.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The total addressable market for RMBS is trillions of dollars, with agency RMBS representing a significant portion. EARN's relatively small size positions it as a minor player in this massive market.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Experienced management team
  • Focus on niche RMBS segments
  • Ability to generate attractive yields in certain market environments

Weaknesses

  • Smaller market capitalization compared to larger peers
  • External management structure
  • Sensitivity to interest rate fluctuations and housing market conditions

Opportunities

  • Capitalizing on market dislocations and undervalued RMBS
  • Expanding investment strategies and asset base
  • Benefiting from favorable regulatory changes

Threats

  • Rising interest rates
  • Economic recession and housing market downturn
  • Increased competition in the RMBS market
  • Changes in government policies affecting the RMBS market

Competitors and Market Share

Key competitor logo Key Competitors

  • NLY
  • AGNC
  • CIM
  • IVR

Competitive Landscape

EARN faces intense competition from larger, more established RMBS investors. Its success depends on its ability to execute its investment strategy effectively and manage risk prudently.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Historical growth has been dependent on the company's ability to identify and acquire attractive RMBS investments.

Future Projections: Future projections depend on analyst estimates, which can vary widely based on market conditions and company performance.

Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives may include adjustments to the investment portfolio, capital raising activities, and changes in risk management strategies.

Summary

Ellington Residential Mortgage is a smaller player in the RMBS market facing stiff competition from larger entities. Its strength lies in its niche focus and experienced management, but it is vulnerable to interest rate risk and market volatility. The company needs to carefully manage its portfolio and adapt to changing market conditions to maintain its dividend and generate shareholder value. External management adds another layer of complexity to the company's overall structure.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

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  • Company Website
  • Analyst Reports

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About Ellington Residential Mortgage

Exchange NYSE
Headquaters Old Greenwich, CT, United States
IPO Launch date 2013-05-01
CEO, President & Trustee Mr. Laurence Eric Penn
Sector Financial Services
Industry Asset Management
Full time employees -
Full time employees -

Ellington Credit Company, a closed-end management investment company, focuses on generating current yields and risk-adjusted total returns by investing primarily in collateralized loan obligations. It invests in mezzanine debt and equity tranches. The company was formerly known as Ellington Residential Mortgage REIT and changed its name to Ellington Credit Company in April 2024. Ellington Credit Company was incorporated in 2012 and is headquartered in Old Greenwich, Connecticut.