AGNC Q3 2021 Earnings Report
Key Takeaways
AGNC Investment Corp. reported strong third quarter financial results with a $0.37 comprehensive income per common share and a 2.3% economic return on tangible common equity. The company benefited from stable market conditions, a modest increase in tangible net book value, and an attractive dividend yield.
Comprehensive income per common share was $0.37.
Net spread and dollar roll income per common share was $0.75, excluding estimated 'catch-up' premium amortization cost.
Tangible net book value per common share increased to $16.41.
Economic return on tangible common equity was 2.3% for the quarter.
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Forward Guidance
While the investment backdrop for Agency MBS has improved, uncertainty remains with respect to the broader economic and interest rate landscape, particularly considering the ongoing improvement in the labor market and increasing inflationary pressures. AGNC believes it is well positioned for this environment with its balanced asset portfolio, significant hedge protection and very conservative leverage profile.
Positive Outlook
- Greater clarity from the Federal Reserve.
- Moderately higher interest rates.
- Slower prepayment expectations.
- More favorable investment outlook for Agency MBS.
- The Federal Reserve communicated a potential timeline for the reduction in outright asset purchases.
Challenges Ahead
- Uncertainty remains with respect to the broader economic and interest rate landscape.
- Ongoing improvement in the labor market.
- Increasing inflationary pressures.
- Changes in interest rates
- Changes in MBS spreads to benchmark interest rates