AGNC: Expensive With Falling Earnings
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AGNC Investment Corp's 15% dividend yield is attractive but unsustainable due to expiring low-cost swaps and rising interest expenses. The company's high leverage and hedging make it vulnerable to interest rate volatility and declining book value, suggesting it is not suitable for buy-and-hold investors.
November 18, 2024 | 12:15 pm
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AGNC's 15% dividend yield is attractive but unsustainable due to expiring low-cost swaps and rising interest expenses. The company's high leverage and hedging make it vulnerable to interest rate volatility and declining book value.
AGNC's high dividend yield is unsustainable due to rising interest expenses and expiring low-cost swaps. The company's high leverage and hedging strategy make it vulnerable to interest rate volatility, leading to potential declines in book value. This makes AGNC a risky investment for those seeking stable, long-term returns.
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