NLY — Annaly Capital Management, Inc.
Dividend Grades
vs Real Estate sector| Metric | NLY | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 13.48% | 5.61% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | 25.21% | 3.81% |
| Payout Ratio | 97.9% | 122.9% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 23 | 13 |
| 1Y Total Return | +9.4% | 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
7.69%
3-Year Growth
8.37%
5-Year Growth
25.21%
10-Year Growth
8.84%
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 | $0.7000 | 0.00% |
| Dec 31, 2025 | $0.7000 | 0.00% |
| Sep 30, 2025 | $0.7000 | 0.00% |
| Jun 30, 2025 | $0.7000 | 0.00% |
| Mar 31, 2025 | $0.7000 | +7.69% |
| Dec 31, 2024 | $0.6500 | 0.00% |
| Sep 30, 2024 | $0.6500 | 0.00% |
| Jun 28, 2024 | $0.6500 | 0.00% |
| Mar 27, 2024 | $0.6500 | 0.00% |
| Dec 28, 2023 | $0.6500 | 0.00% |
| Sep 28, 2023 | $0.6500 | 0.00% |
| Jun 29, 2023 | $0.6500 | 0.00% |
| Mar 30, 2023 | $0.6500 | -26.14% |
| Dec 29, 2022 | $0.8800 | 0.00% |
| Sep 29, 2022 | $0.8800 | +300.00% |
| Jun 29, 2022 | $0.2200 | 0.00% |
| Mar 30, 2022 | $0.2200 | 0.00% |
| Dec 30, 2021 | $0.2200 | 0.00% |
| Sep 29, 2021 | $0.2200 | 0.00% |
| Jun 29, 2021 | $0.2200 | 0.00% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
97.9%
HighFCF Payout Ratio
N/A
Financial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2025 | $0.15 | -$543.41M |
| Q2 2025 | $0.03 | $141.92M |
| Q3 2025 | $1.21 | -$292.20M |
| Q4 2025 | $1.47 | $471.53M |
Analyst Ratings (Last 90 Days)
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Annaly Capital Management, Inc. pay a dividend?
Yes, Annaly Capital Management, Inc. (NLY) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 13.48%.
What is NLY's dividend yield?
NLY's current dividend yield is 13.48%. The annual dividend is $2.80.
When is NLY's next ex-dividend date?
NLY's next ex-dividend date is Mar 31, 2026.
How many years has Annaly Capital Management, Inc. increased its dividend?
Annaly Capital Management, 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.