Ellington Financial Inc. EFC
- Market cap
- $1.6B
- P/E
- 7.5×
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Analyst price targets
Free account| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | |
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| 14.18 | 14.46 | 14.12 | 15.20 | 3.24 | 14.44 | 10.81 | 10.82 | 10.88 | 11.12 |
Analyst estimates 2026–2028 Powerpack |
Low Price
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| 18.20 | 17.00 | 16.84 | 18.89 | 19.12 | 19.60 | 18.13 | 14.42 | 13.46 | 14.40 |
High Price
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| 160 | 160 | 150 | 150 | 150 | 170 | 170 | 170 | 160 | 170 |
Employees
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| 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 |
Revenue/Emp
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| 80 | 94 | 135 | 160 | 174 | 176 | 282 | 370 | 416 | 494 |
Revenue
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| 87.45% | 90.36% | 93.86% | 94.93% | 93.37% | 83.43% | 94.03% | 94.48% | 94.36% | 94.86% |
Gross Margin
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| (16) | 36 | 50 | 55 | 2 | 86 | (25) | 89 | 116 | 98 |
EBT
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| (19.58%) | 38.28% | 36.96% | 34.10% | 1.05% | 48.77% | (8.85%) | 24.10% | 27.95% | 19.80% |
EBT Margin
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| (16) | 36 | 50 | 63 | 28 | 141 | (71) | 88 | 148 | 151 |
Net Income
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| 25 | 33 | 46 | 48 | 42 | 33 | 25 | 13 | (4) | (2) |
Depreciation
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| 2.45 | 2.93 | 4.46 | 4.99 | 3.99 | 3.62 | 4.72 | 5.42 | 4.79 | 4.97 |
Revenue/Sh
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| (0.48) | 1.04 | 1.52 | 1.76 | 0.39 | 2.58 | (1.43) | 0.90 | 1.36 | 1.19 |
Earnings/Sh
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| 2.13 | (14.44) | (16.31) | 2.47 | 2.75 | 1.06 | 0.71 | (3.54) | (4.96) | (9.31) |
Cash Flow/Sh
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| 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.74 | 0.22 | 0.28 | 0.18 | 0.54 | 0.47 | 0.59 |
Capex/Sh
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| 2.13 | (14.44) | (16.31) | 3.21 | 2.97 | 1.33 | 0.89 | (3.00) | (4.48) | (8.72) |
Free CF/Sh
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| 19.68 | 19.37 | 19.64 | 27.09 | 21.19 | 27.27 | 20.40 | 22.50 | 18.32 | 18.82 |
Book Value/Sh
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| 33 | 32 | 30 | 32 | 43 | 49 | 60 | 68 | 87 | 99 |
Shares
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| 0.00 | 13.82 | 10.15 | 10.24 | 47.87 | 6.50 | 0.00 | 13.92 | 8.78 | 11.04 |
PE Ratio
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| 6.40 | 4.95 | 3.44 | 3.68 | 3.72 | 4.73 | 2.67 | 2.31 | 2.53 | 2.73 |
PS Ratio
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| 0.80 | 0.75 | 0.78 | 0.78 | 0.80 | 0.76 | 0.76 | 0.72 | 0.84 | 0.88 |
PB Ratio
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| 18.05 | 20.16 | 17.89 | 8.84 | 8.34 | 13.71 | 41.40 | 34.02 | 34.56 | 34.81 |
EV/Sales
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| 20.76 | (4.09) | (4.89) | 13.72 | 11.19 | 37.19 | 218.91 | (61.41) | (36.93) | (19.86) |
EV/FCF
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| 70 | (463) | (494) | 79 | 120 | 51 | 43 | (242) | (431) | (925) |
Op' Cash Flow
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| — | — | — | 24 | 10 | 13 | 11 | 37 | 41 | 59 |
Capex
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| 70 | (463) | (494) | 103 | 129 | 65 | 53 | (205) | (389) | (867) |
FCF
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| 556 | 448 | 389 | 4,052 | 3,126 | 4,660 | 13,173 | 14,307 | 14,836 | 17,705 |
Working Cap'
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| 1,058 | 1,477 | 1,996 | 3,349 | 2,427 | 3,757 | 12,614 | 13,488 | 14,498 | 17,236 |
Total Debt
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| 934 | 1,429 | 1,951 | 826 | 801 | 1,577 | 10,932 | 11,739 | 13,327 | 15,863 |
Net Debt
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| 645 | 621 | 595 | 869 | 922 | 1,324 | 1,221 | 1,536 | 1,591 | 1,871 |
Sh' Equity
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| (0.59%) | 1.26% | 1.34% | 1.39% | 0.44% | 2.96% | (0.89%) | 0.41% | 0.74% | 0.67% |
ROA
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| 2.06% | 2.02% | 2.45% | 6.03% | 3.18% | 3.48% | 0.95% | 2.44% | 2.35% | 2.17% |
ROIC
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| (2.31%) | 5.37% | 7.68% | 8.54% | 2.20% | 13.33% | (8.17%) | 5.60% | 9.66% | 8.49% |
ROE
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Ellington Financial Inc. peers in Reit Mortgage
| Company | Market cap | P/E | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|
| ARR ARMOUR Residential REIT, Inc. | $2.1B | 3.8× | Compare |
| BXMT Blackstone Mortgage Trust, Inc. | $2.1B | 140× | Compare |
| LADR Ladder Capital Corp | $1.2B | 21.6× | Compare |
| ORC Orchid Island Capital, Inc. | $1.1B | 3.9× | Compare |
| Company | Market cap | P/E | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|
| DX Dynex Capital, Inc. | $2.8B | 4.3× | Compare |
| CIM Chimera Investment Corporation | $882.3M | 0.0× | Compare |
| MFA MFA Financial, Inc. | $824.9M | 8.0× | Compare |
| ARI Apollo Commercial Real Estate Finance | $804.7M | 7.8× | Compare |
Ellington Financial Inc. (EFC) key facts
- Ellington Financial Inc. (EFC) is a Reit Mortgage company in the Real Estate sector, listed on the New York Stock Exchange.
- Ellington Financial Inc.’s revenue for fiscal 2025 (year ended December 2025) was $494.5 million, up 18.9% from fiscal 2024.
- As of September 25, 2026, EFC traded at $12.36, a market capitalization of $1.6 billion.
- Return on equity was 8.49% and debt-to-equity 9.37.
Ellington Financial Inc. (EFC) Latest News
16 Sep
Ellington Financial Inc. upsizes its debt raise while questions persist on whether the valuation gap remains compelling. Debt raise upsizing affects capital structure and financial positioning with moderate influence on future performance.
8 Sep
Moody’s revises Ellington Financial’s rating outlook to positive and affirms Ba3 corporate family rating. Positive outlook revision by Moody’s signals improved credit profile that may lift investor sentiment and borrowing terms.
14 Aug
Ellington Financial Inc. (EFC) held its Q2 2026 earnings call to review financial results and business outlook. Earnings call details financial performance and guidance that can shift near-term market views on EFC.
12 Aug
Ellington Financial Inc. establishes a higher earnings baseline and advances into reverse mortgages, potentially shifting its investment narrative and market positioning. Higher earnings baseline and reverse mortgage expansion moderately affect Ellington Financial Inc.'s operational trajectory and investor outlook.
11 Aug
Ellington Financial Inc. beat second-quarter earnings estimates, driven by strong Longbridge performance. Earnings beat supported by Longbridge strength signals improved results that can lift near-term investor sentiment and valuation.
10 Aug
EFC Q2 earnings call shows high-40s ADE as Longbridge scales. Q2 earnings metrics and Longbridge scaling may moderately alter EFC performance trajectory.
8 Aug
Ellington Financial Inc. released Q2 earnings call highlights covering portfolio performance, net interest income, book value trends, and dividend outlook amid current market conditions. Q2 earnings details and forward guidance directly inform near-term financial expectations and investor positioning for EFC.
7 Aug
Ellington Financial Inc. posted strong ADE of $0. in Q2 2026 earnings call. Strong ADE in quarterly results signals positive earnings that may lift near-term stock performance.
Ellington Financial Inc. reported Q2 2026 earnings results and outlook during its earnings call. Quarterly earnings updates typically offer moderate influence on near-term stock sentiment and operations.
6 Aug
Ellington Financial Inc. reported its second quarter 2026 financial results. Quarterly results release updates performance metrics that shape near-term valuation and sentiment.
3 Aug
Longbridge growth could strengthen Ellington Financial Inc.'s earnings base. Longbridge expansion targets earnings base with moderate potential effects on financial performance.
25 Jul
Ellington Financial stock may be 52 percent undervalued following its latest book value update. Book value update signals 52 percent undervaluation likely to influence stock price and near-term sentiment.
29 Jun
BTIG downgrades Ellington Financial (EFC) as premium valuation weighs on outlook. Analyst downgrade signals valuation concerns that may pressure EFC shares and sentiment.
19 May
Ellington Financial Inc. (EFC), a REIT yielding 16%, received a new $5 million investment from EMG Holdings. EMG Holdings' $5 million investment signals added confidence that may lift EFC investor sentiment and near-term performance.
16 May
Ellington Financial (EFC) reported Q1 earnings within the thrifts and mortgage finance sector, with performance metrics and peer comparisons outlined in the analysis. Q1 earnings data and sector comparisons can moderately influence near-term investor sentiment and valuation for EFC.
10 May
Ellington Financial Inc. (EFC) released Q1 earnings call highlights detailing financial performance, portfolio updates, dividend declarations, and forward guidance. Q1 earnings highlights cover core financial results, dividend policy, and outlook that could significantly sway investor sentiment and stock performance.
Ellington Financial Inc. (EFC) declares new dividend and reports First Quarter 2026 results, leading to valuation analysis. New dividend declaration and quarterly results directly impact EFC's financial performance, valuation, and investor sentiment.
6 May
Ellington Financial Inc. (EFC) released its Q1 2026 earnings call transcript, covering financial results, portfolio updates, dividend declarations, and management's outlook amid interest rate environment. Quarterly earnings transcripts disclose critical financial metrics, book value changes, and forward guidance that drive significant investor reactions and stock price movements for mortgage REITs like EFC.
Ellington Financial Inc. released Q1 2026 earnings call summary detailing financial performance, portfolio updates, dividend declarations, and outlook amid interest rate environment. Quarterly earnings summaries provide critical financial results and guidance that significantly influence stock price and investor sentiment.
5 May
Ellington Financial Inc. reported first quarter 2026 results. Quarterly earnings reports significantly impact financial performance and investor sentiment for mortgage REITs like Ellington Financial Inc.
Ellington Financial (NYSE:EFC) posted better-than-expected sales in Q1 CY2026. Better-than-expected Q1 CY2026 sales positively affect financial performance and investor sentiment without fundamentally altering long-term trajectory.
Ellington Financial Inc. (EFC) shows stable book value, confirming its status as a top undervalued REIT stock recommended for purchase. Book value stability underscores EFC's undervaluation, likely exerting moderate influence on investor sentiment and performance.
4 May
Ellington Financial Inc. (EFC) reports earnings tomorrow, with analysts outlining key expectations for financial performance, dividend sustainability, and portfolio updates. Upcoming earnings reports often trigger significant stock volatility and shape investor outlook on EFC's financial health and growth trajectory.
20 Mar
Ellington Financial Inc. (EFC), a mortgage REIT, offers a 13% yield whose long-term reliability faces skepticism amid market conditions and operational risks. Skepticism about sustaining EFC's 13% yield could moderately impact investor sentiment and dividend expectations.
9 Mar
Ellington Financial (EFC) stock pricing questioned for not fully reflecting ongoing portfolio adjustments and funding developments. Ongoing portfolio and funding developments could moderately influence EFC's valuation and market sentiment.
5 Mar
Ellington Financial Inc. (EFC) announced its estimated book value per common share as of January 31, 2026. Estimated book value per share updates influence investor sentiment and valuation perceptions for mREITs like EFC.
28 Feb
Ellington Financial Inc. (EFC) Q4 earnings call highlights key financial results, dividend declaration, portfolio updates, and outlook amid market conditions. Q4 earnings highlights reveal financial performance, dividends, and guidance directly influencing investor sentiment and stock trajectory.
27 Feb
Ellington Financial Inc. (EFC) Q4 2025 earnings call summary covers financial results, portfolio updates, dividend declarations, and outlook for agency MBS, non-agency assets, and consumer loans. Quarterly earnings summaries detail financial performance, book value changes, and dividend sustainability, directly influencing investor confidence and stock trajectory.
26 Feb
Ellington Financial Inc. reported strong portfolio growth and key highlights in its Q4 2025 earnings call. Strong portfolio growth demonstrates significant positive momentum for EFC's financial performance and investor sentiment.
Ellington Financial Inc. (EFC) released its earnings call transcript detailing quarterly financial results, portfolio performance, dividend declarations, and management's outlook on interest rates and market conditions. Earnings call transcript discloses key financial metrics, strategic updates, and guidance directly influencing investor expectations and stock valuation.