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AGNC·AGNC Investment Corp.

$8.60
-0.01 (-0.12%)
After Hours
High
$8.67
Open
$8.51
Market Cap
10.11B
52W High
$12.25
Low
$8.45
P. Close
$8.60
P/E
4.46
52W Low
$8.40
Fwd P/E
5.78
DailyIQ Est.
$10.67
Inst. Ownership
21.3%
Short Interest
11.23%
Days to Cover
2.6
Div. Yield
16.74%
Next Ex-Div
~Oct 30
NewEarnings release, scored · filed Jul 20, 2026tone -0.4 vs prior release · 107 lines scoredSee the breakdown
Technical Score (1D)
41
BEARISH
News Sentiment
30
BEARISH
On Oct 13, shares of AGNC Investment fell nearly 30% from their 52‑week high after the 10‑year Treasury yield reached a 24‑year high, pushing the REIT’s dividend yield from about 12% to roughly 16.5%. The higher yield reflected the lower share price, raising the monthly dividend payout per share to $0.12. The sharp decline signaled negative market sentiment toward mortgage REITs amid rising rates, as reported by the article. The move underscored broader concerns over the sector’s exposure to higher borrowing costs. No additional developments were reported for that date.
LOW TARGET
$9 +4.5%
2 analysts
MEAN TARGET
$11 +23.2%
15 analysts
HIGH TARGET
$12 +39.4%
5 analysts
PRICE RANGE
$9.00 - $12.00
SB / B / H / S / SS
2/6/12/1/1
DAILYIQ EST.
$10.67 (+23.9%)
Bought (1Y)
0 shares
$0
Sold (1Y)
20,000 shares
$221K
Bell BerniceEVP, CFO
Sell5,000 shares2026-08-19
Bell BerniceEVP, CFO
Sell10,000 shares2026-08-19
Bell BerniceEVP, CFO
Sell5,000 shares2026-07-28
76/ 100
Bullish
Overall: Bullish
✓Revenue growing year over year
✓Positive net margin
✓Positive operating cash flow
Net Margin
47.4%
Revenue CAGR
30.4%
Return on Equity
13.5%

EPS

EstBeatMiss
$0.34$0.36$0.37$0.38$0.39Q3'25Q3'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q3'26$0.38 - -
Q3'25$0.39$0.35-9.4%

Revenue

EstBeatMiss
$388M$515M$641M$768M$894MQ3'25Q3'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q3'26$446M - -
Q3'25 - $836M -

Market Data

AGNC Stock Snapshot

NEUTRAL41/100
$8.61+$0.01 (0.1%)
Market cap
10.11B
P/E ratio
4.5
Day range
$8.45 – $8.67
News sentiment
30/100 · Bearish
Analyst target
$10.61 (+23.2%)
Consensus
Hold · 22 analysts
52-week range+2.5% off low · -29.7% from high
$8.40$12.25
Price $8.61 DailyIQ Est. $10.67

The setup on AGNC Investment Corp. is patient: consolidation, not accumulation or distribution. Earnings and guidance carry more weight than macro data at this capitalisation.

Behaviour On Record

What AGNC's own history says about today's numbers

Realized volatility (21d)
23.9% 83rd pct
Below its peak
-64.2%
vs 200-day average
-18.9%
Up days (1y)
47%

AGNC Investment Corp. is currently running 23.9% annualised volatility over the last 21 sessions. Measured against AGNC's own 13 years of daily returns rather than a market-wide average, that is the 83rd percentile — elevated for this stock, against a typical reading of 16.2%. The distinction matters because a number that looks calm for one stock is turbulent for another, and the absolute figure on its own tells you neither.

AGNC is trading -64.2% below its running peak. Across 12 full years on file, its median worst-drawdown-in-a-year was -20.1%, and the deepest was -53.6% in 2020. The current drawdown is already deeper than this stock's typical annual low point, which puts it in the part of its range where past recoveries began — and where past declines also continued.

Price sits -18.9% from its 200-day moving average. Against every other day in its history, that gap ranks at the 4th percentile — a narrower gap than it typically runs. Over the past year AGNC closed higher on 47% of sessions, and it is currently 1 session into a rising streak.

On October specifically: over 14 years of records, AGNC finished the month higher 5 of 14 times, with a median return of -3.0% and an average of -2.8%. Its strongest month historically has been November at +2.8% on average, its weakest September at -3.9%. Seasonality is a weak signal on its own — a decade is a small sample and regimes change — but it is a real distribution rather than a rule of thumb.

Overnight risk is measurable too: AGNC has opened more than 2% away from the prior close in 42 of 3,268 sessions (1.3% of the time), with the largest gaps running +11.0% and -8.7%. For anyone holding through an event, that rate is a better guide to overnight exposure than the intraday range.

All figures computed from 3,269 daily closes between 2013-10-15 and 2026-10-14, split-adjusted, recomputed daily. Percentiles are against AGNC's own 13-year history, not a peer group or index.

Sector Rotation

Is money rotating into or out of AGNC's sector?

AGNC Investment Corp. sits in the Real Estate sector, currently ranked 11th of 12 GICS sectors by relative-strength rotation score (improving).

Sector rank
#11 of 12
Sector state
Improving
Sector rotation score
27

Options Market

What is the options market pricing for AGNC?

CallsPuts

For AGNC Investment Corp.'s nearest expiry (2026-10-16, 2 days out), open interest is put-heavy, a defensive/bearish tilt (put/call ratio of 6.05), with at-the-money implied volatility around 39.8%. The options market is pricing roughly a ±2.8% move by that expiry — a range of about $8.39–$8.87.

Put/call ratio (2026-10-16)
6.05
ATM implied volatility
39.8%
Total open interest
109,448
Expected move by 2026-10-16
±2.8% ($8.39–$8.87)

Analyst Rating Changes

Are analysts turning bullish or bearish on AGNC?

Piper Sandler most recently reiterated its rating on AGNC Investment Corp. to Overweight on Oct 9, 2026 with a price target of $10 (from $12). Over the last 90 days, coverage has run 0 upgrades against 2 downgrades, a net bearish lean.

Latest action
Piper Sandler — Overweight
90-day upgrades
0
90-day downgrades
2
Net rating momentum
-2
DateFirmActionRatingPrice target
Oct 9, 2026Piper SandlerMaintainedOverweight$12 → $10
Jul 23, 2026Wells FargoMaintainedOverweight$12 → $11
Jul 22, 2026JP MorganMaintainedNeutral$12 → $11
Jul 22, 2026Keefe, Bruyette & WoodsMaintainedMarket Perform$12 → $11
Jul 17, 2026Compass PointDowngradeBuy → Neutral$12
Jul 17, 2026JP MorganDowngradeOverweight → Neutral$11 → $12
Jul 2, 2026Piper SandlerMaintainedOverweight$12 → $12
Apr 24, 2026UBSMaintainedNeutral$11 → $11
Apr 16, 2026JP MorganMaintainedOverweight$12 → $11
Apr 2, 2026Piper SandlerMaintainedOverweight$13 → $11
Jan 29, 2026RBC CapitalMaintainedOutperform$11 → $13
Jan 29, 2026Wells FargoMaintainedOverweight$10 → $12

Earnings Release, Scored

What did AGNC Investment Corp.'s latest earnings release say?

Filed Jul 20, 2026 · SEC Form 8-K, Exhibit 99

Tone55.3/ 100-0.4 vs prior release
Hedging words0.70per 100 words-0.10 vs prior release
Tone, last 2 releasesScale 50–70

Most important lines

  1. 1

    “Despite the volatile macroeconomic backdrop, AGNC delivered a strong economic return of 6.7% for the second quarter.

    New this quarter
  2. 2

    Comprised of $0.36 dividends per common share and $0.20 increase in tangible net book value per common share

  3. 3

    $(16) million of net realized losses on sales of investment securities;

    Negative tone

ETF holders

ETFs holding AGNC

News Sentiment Analysis

Sentiment gathered from recent headlines

30/100
Strong NegativeNeutralStrong Positive
BEARISH

Recent News Coverage

Most recent articles, ranked by recency (click to expand).

10+ articles
What did this article say?
AGNC Investment’s share price dropped nearly 30% from its 52‑week high, pushing its dividend yield up from about 12% to roughly 16.5%. The decline was driven by a sharp rise in the 10‑year Treasury yield, which hit a 24‑year high. The higher yield translates into a larger monthly dividend payout per share, increasing potential income for new investors. However, the steep price decline signals broader market pressure on mortgage REITs and may reflect concerns about future earnings stability.
What did this article say?
The analysis highlighted that AGNC’s 17% yield is under pressure from multiple factors. Rising interest rates and the company’s high leverage ratio could erode profitability. Additionally, a decline in book value may signal future valuation challenges for the fund. These risks suggest a cautious outlook for AGNC investors.
What did this article say?
AGNC Investment Corp. reported that its high dividend payout is being offset by a steep decline in its share price, eroding overall returns for investors. The company’s dividend yield, once a key attraction, has been reduced as the market value of the stock has dropped to near its 52‑week low. The decline in equity value has raised concerns about the sustainability of the dividend level and the company’s ability to maintain its payout ratio. Investors are reassessing the risk‑return profile of AGNC shares in light of the falling price and the potential impact on future dividend payments.
What did this article say?
Piper Sandler’s analyst Crispin Love retained an Overweight stance on AGNC while reducing the price target from $12 to $10. The downgrade reflects concerns over the company’s earnings outlook and potential valuation compression. The rating change signals a modest negative view for the stock, though the firm still expects a positive trajectory relative to peers.
What did this article say?
AGNC’s repurchase agreement matures in just 13 days, a much shorter horizon than Annaly’s 33‑day maturity, exposing the company to sudden rate increases. The short‑term borrowing structure means the spread that funds dividends resets monthly, tightening the margin if rates climb. Analysts note that this vulnerability could pressure AGNC’s dividend sustainability, mirroring concerns that have led to dividend cuts at comparable REITs.
What did this article say?
The article contrasts AGNC Investment Corp. with Annaly Capital Management, both highly leveraged mortgage REITs. It highlights AGNC’s historical advantage of trading at a premium to tangible book value, which has allowed share issuance and book value growth. In contrast, Annaly typically trades below tangible book, limiting its leverage and share‑issuance potential. The comparison positions AGNC as the more attractive investment choice for income‑focused portfolios.
What did this article say?
AGNC, a mortgage REIT, reported a forward dividend yield of 17% as the 10‑year Treasury yield climbed to 5.3%, the highest since 2007. The high yield positions AGNC as an attractive option for income investors seeking a return above Treasury levels. The company’s portfolio is heavily weighted in agency mortgage‑backed securities, which provide a stable income stream but carry interest‑rate risk. The article highlights that AGNC’s dividend payout is required to be at least 90% of taxable income, ensuring a consistent distribution to shareholders. Overall, the piece suggests that AGNC’s yield advantage could offset some of the risks associated with rising rates.
What did this article say?
AGNC Investment Corp. declared a cash dividend of $0.12 per share for October 2026, payable on November 10, 2026 to holders of record as of October 30, 2026. The payout comes as 10‑year Treasury yields have risen sharply and mortgage spreads have tightened, drawing attention to the REIT’s income resilience and rate‑risk management. The dividend signals confidence in the company’s cash flow stability despite a higher‑yield environment. It also provides a modest return to shareholders while the firm navigates a more challenging interest‑rate landscape.
What did this article say?
AGNC Investment Corp. declared a cash dividend of $0.12 per common share for October 2026, payable on November 10, 2026 to shareholders of record as of October 30, 2026. The announcement was made by the Board of Directors and confirmed the company’s ongoing dividend policy. No changes to guidance or capital structure were disclosed. The dividend reflects AGNC’s regular distribution practice for its agency MBS portfolio.
What did this article say?
The 10‑year Treasury yield surged to its highest level since 2002, pushing mortgage REITs lower and exerting pressure on AGNC Investment. AGNC’s share price fell 7.94% over the past week and 18.31% over the past month, reaching new lows as investors questioned the company’s dividend resilience and interest‑rate risk profile. Despite the recent decline, AGNC’s 3‑year total shareholder return of 48.15% and 5‑year return of 8.13% suggest a longer‑term income‑driven resilience. The year‑to‑date share price drop of 20.40% and the current trading level of $8.70 reflect the market’s reassessment of AGNC’s dividend durability amid rising rates.

Technical Analysis

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Institutional & Hedge Fund Ownership
25 tracked managers · $2.69B combined position · 16 adding, 9 trimming, 0 unchanged (latest 13F filings)
ManagerTrendShares Held% of Co.Position ValueFiled
Vanguard Group Inc▲ Buy97,745,1278.37%$1.05B2026-01-29
BlackRock, Inc.▲ Buy64,594,0885.53%$704.08M2026-08-07
Geode Capital Management, LLC▲ Buy24,487,6792.10%$266.98M2026-08-12
Norges Bank▲ Buy15,473,9001.32%$168.67M2026-08-12
Northern Trust Corp▲ Buy7,506,4350.64%$81.82M2026-08-13
Morgan Stanley▼ Sell7,176,3690.61%$78.22M2026-08-13
Bank of America Corp▼ Sell7,110,1710.61%$77.50M2026-08-14
Goldman Sachs Group Inc▲ Buy5,729,7860.49%$62.45M2026-08-14
Wells Fargo & Company▲ Buy2,778,5700.24%$30.29M2026-08-14
JPMorgan Chase & Co▲ Buy2,595,1580.22%$29.13M2026-08-12
Invesco Ltd.▲ Buy2,381,6610.20%$25.96M2026-08-14
Susquehanna International Group, LLP▼ Sell2,108,2440.18%$22.98M2026-08-14
FMR LLC (Fidelity)▼ Sell2,015,6180.17%$21.97M2026-08-13
D. E. Shaw & Co., Inc.▼ Sell1,419,5570.12%$15.47M2026-08-14
Citadel Advisors LLC▼ Sell994,2340.09%$10.84M2026-09-02
Neuberger Berman Group LLC▼ Sell828,7860.07%$9.03M2026-08-13
Citigroup Inc▲ Buy797,2030.07%$8.69M2026-08-03
ExodusPoint Capital Management, LP▲ Buy761,4160.07%$8.30M2026-08-14
AllianceBernstein L.P.▲ Buy555,1680.05%$5.57M2026-08-14
Janus Henderson Group plc▲ Buy486,4420.04%$4.88M2026-05-18
AQR Capital Management LLC▲ Buy347,5080.03%$3.79M2026-08-14
Squarepoint Ops LLC▼ Sell331,1890.03%$3.61M2026-08-14
Two Sigma Investments, LP▲ Buy325,8990.03%$3.55M2026-08-14
Millennium Management LLC▼ Sell202,8800.02%$2.21M2026-08-14
Gotham Asset Management, LLC▲ Buy101,5170.01%$1.11M2026-08-14
Q2 2026 flow:15.54M sh bought ($169.43M)11.15M sh sold ($121.54M)net +4.39M sh (+$47.88M)