MFA — MFA Financial, Inc.
Dividend Grades
vs Real Estate sector| Metric | MFA | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 15.22% | 5.61% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | 63.04% | 3.81% |
| Payout Ratio | 110.8% | 122.9% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 23 | 13 |
| 1Y Total Return | +2.4% | 2.7% |
Grades compare this stock to Real Estate sector peers using percentile ranks. A+ = top 10%, F = bottom 10%. See methodology →
1-Year Growth
2.86%
3-Year Growth
2.43%
5-Year Growth
63.04%
10-Year Growth
6.05%
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
Mar 31, 2026
Next Payment
Apr 30, 2026
Last Ex-Date
Dec 31, 2025
Last Payment
Jan 30, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 31, 2026 | $0.3600 | 0.00% |
| Dec 31, 2025 | $0.3600 | 0.00% |
| Sep 30, 2025 | $0.3600 | 0.00% |
| Jun 30, 2025 | $0.3600 | 0.00% |
| Mar 31, 2025 | $0.3600 | +2.86% |
| Dec 31, 2024 | $0.3500 | 0.00% |
| Sep 27, 2024 | $0.3500 | 0.00% |
| Jun 28, 2024 | $0.3500 | 0.00% |
| Mar 27, 2024 | $0.3500 | 0.00% |
| Dec 28, 2023 | $0.3500 | 0.00% |
| Sep 29, 2023 | $0.3500 | 0.00% |
| Jun 29, 2023 | $0.3500 | 0.00% |
| Mar 30, 2023 | $0.3500 | 0.00% |
| Dec 29, 2022 | $0.3500 | -20.45% |
| Sep 29, 2022 | $0.4400 | 0.00% |
| Jun 29, 2022 | $0.4400 | +300.00% |
| Mar 21, 2022 | $0.1100 | 0.00% |
| Dec 30, 2021 | $0.1100 | +10.00% |
| Sep 29, 2021 | $0.1000 | 0.00% |
| Jun 29, 2021 | $0.1000 | +33.33% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
110.8%
HighFCF Payout Ratio
199.7%
HighFinancial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2025 | $0.32 | -$14.56M |
| Q2 2025 | $0.22 | $38.46M |
| Q3 2025 | $0.36 | $14.72M |
| Q4 2025 | $0.42 | $37.63M |
Analyst Ratings (Last 90 Days)
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does MFA Financial, Inc. pay a dividend?
Yes, MFA Financial, Inc. (MFA) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 15.22%.
What is MFA's dividend yield?
MFA's current dividend yield is 15.22%. The annual dividend is $1.44.
When is MFA's next ex-dividend date?
MFA's next ex-dividend date is Mar 31, 2026.
How many years has MFA Financial, Inc. increased its dividend?
MFA Financial, Inc. has increased its dividend for 1 consecutive years.
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About this data
Dividend data sourced from Financial Modeling Prep. Prices updated daily after market close.
Payout ratio — trailing 12-month dividends paid / trailing 12-month net income.
Consecutive years — calendar years with a higher total annual dividend than the prior year.
Growth rates — annualized, comparing the most recent full year total to the total N years prior.
For informational purposes only. Not investment advice.
Data as of March 22, 2026. Source: Financial Modeling Prep. Prices and yields updated daily after market close.