Annaly posts strong Q4, plans more credit and MSR exposure

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What changed

Management highlighted a larger and more diversified platform, including a $93 billion agency portfolio, growth across residential credit and MSR, $560 million of Q4 ATM equity issuance, and a stated long-term target allocation of 50% agency, 30% residential credit, and 20% MSR.

Guidance delta

Management guidance sentiment was maintained. Management expressed confidence in continued earnings power into 2026 and dividend sustainability, while noting policy and spread risks.

Key takeaways

• Management analysis described an 8.6% Q4 economic return, more than 20% for the year, and 40% total shareholder return.
• Capital-markets activity was robust, including $560 million of common equity raised through an ATM in Q4.
• The agency portfolio reached $93 billion, while residential credit and MSR businesses also posted double-digit growth.
• The strategy is shifting toward residential credit and MSR, with management citing a strong balance sheet and patience through market cycles.

Management priorities

• Increase capital allocation to residential credit and MSR relative to agency assets
• Continue opportunistic current-coupon MSR purchases and expand sub-servicing capabilities
• Maintain participation across GSE platforms and grow the counterparties network