Annaly Capital Management, Inc. (NLY) Dividend Yield, History & Forecast

Annaly Capital Management, Inc. (NLY) is a REIT - Mortgage company in the Real Estate sector listed on the New York Stock Exchange. It pays a current dividend yield of 13.37% ($2.85 per share annually (TTM)), with 1 year of consecutive dividend increases. The most recent ex-dividend date was September 30, 2026, with payment scheduled for October 30, 2026. The trailing twelve-month payout ratio is 71.1%; the market capitalization is approximately $16.51B. Review NLY 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 Annaly Capital Management, Inc. (NLY)

What is Annaly Capital Management, Inc.'s dividend yield?
Annaly Capital Management, Inc. (NLY) pays a current trailing twelve-month dividend yield of 13.37%, which works out to $2.85 per share annually based on the most recent payout schedule.
When does Annaly Capital Management, Inc. pay its next dividend?
The most recent ex-dividend date was September 30, 2026. The next scheduled dividend payment date is October 30, 2026.
How many years has Annaly Capital Management, Inc. increased its dividend?
Annaly Capital Management, Inc. (NLY) has increased its dividend for 1 consecutive year.
Is Annaly Capital Management, Inc. a Dividend Aristocrat?
No. Dividend Aristocrat status requires an S&P 500 listing and 25 or more consecutive years of dividend increases. Annaly Capital Management, Inc. (NLY) currently has 1 year of consecutive increases.
What sector is Annaly Capital Management, Inc. in?
Annaly Capital Management, Inc. (NLY) operates in the Real Estate sector, specifically the REIT - Mortgage industry.
What is Annaly Capital Management, Inc.'s dividend payout ratio?
Annaly Capital Management, Inc. (NLY)'s trailing twelve-month dividend payout ratio is 71.1%. The payout ratio measures what percentage of earnings is paid out as dividends — a lower ratio generally suggests a more sustainable dividend.