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Dec 31, 2024
Annaly Q4 2024 Earnings Report
Annaly's financial performance was announced for the quarter and year ended December 31, 2024.
Key Takeaways
Annaly Capital Management reported a GAAP net income of $0.78 per average common share and earnings available for distribution (EAD) of $0.72 per average common share for Q4 2024. The company's economic return was 1.3% for the quarter and 11.9% for the full year. Annaly's Agency portfolio decreased modestly by 3%, while the Residential Credit and MSR portfolios increased by 8% and 17%, respectively.
GAAP net income of $0.78 per average common share for the quarter.
Earnings available for distribution (EAD) of $0.72 per average common share for the quarter.
Economic return of 1.3% for the fourth quarter and 11.9% for the full year 2024.
Net interest margin increased 69 basis points quarter-over-quarter to 0.75% and net interest margin (excluding PAA) increased 19 basis points quarter-over-quarter to 1.71%.
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Forward Guidance
Annaly's outlook for 2025 is optimistic, citing favorable dynamics across each of its businesses. Agency MBS continues to provide attractive returns, while the Residential Credit and MSR portfolios are well-positioned for further growth.
Positive Outlook
- Agency MBS continues to provide attractive returns.
- Improved supply and demand picture in the Agency MBS sector.
- Decreasing financing costs.
- A steeper yield curve.
- Residential Credit and MSR portfolios are well-positioned for further growth given Annaly's deep capital base and strategic relationships with originators.
Challenges Ahead
- Continued volatility.
- Elevated policy uncertainty.
- Changes in interest rates.
- Changes in the yield curve.
- Changes in prepayment rates.