MFA Financial, Inc. (MFA) Dividend Yield, History & Forecast

MFA Financial, Inc. (MFA) is a REIT - Mortgage company in the Real Estate sector listed on the New York Stock Exchange. It pays a current dividend yield of 21.24% ($1.44 per share annually (TTM)), with 1 year of consecutive dividend increases. The most recent ex-dividend date was October 5, 2026, with payment scheduled for October 30, 2026. The trailing twelve-month payout ratio is 130.9%; the market capitalization is approximately $673M. Review MFA dividend history on this scorecard, compare peers in the Compare Dividend Returns tool, or project income with the dividend calculator.

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Frequently Asked Questions about MFA Financial, Inc. (MFA)

What is MFA Financial, Inc.'s dividend yield?
MFA Financial, Inc. (MFA) pays a current trailing twelve-month dividend yield of 21.24%, which works out to $1.44 per share annually based on the most recent payout schedule.
When does MFA Financial, Inc. pay its next dividend?
The most recent ex-dividend date was October 5, 2026. The next scheduled dividend payment date is October 30, 2026.
How many years has MFA Financial, Inc. increased its dividend?
MFA Financial, Inc. (MFA) has increased its dividend for 1 consecutive year.
Is MFA Financial, Inc. a Dividend Aristocrat?
No. Dividend Aristocrat status requires an S&P 500 listing and 25 or more consecutive years of dividend increases. MFA Financial, Inc. (MFA) currently has 1 year of consecutive increases.
What sector is MFA Financial, Inc. in?
MFA Financial, Inc. (MFA) operates in the Real Estate sector, specifically the REIT - Mortgage industry.
What is MFA Financial, Inc.'s dividend payout ratio?
MFA Financial, Inc. (MFA)'s trailing twelve-month dividend payout ratio is 130.9%. The payout ratio measures what percentage of earnings is paid out as dividends — a lower ratio generally suggests a more sustainable dividend.