- Business
- MTGE Investment Corp. operates as a hybrid mortgage real estate investment trust that primarily invests in and manages a leveraged portfolio of agency mortgage-backed securities, non-agency mortgage investments, and other real estate-related assets, including skilled nursing and senior living facilities operated by third parties. The company generates income from interest earned or lease payments received on its investment assets, net of associated borrowing and hedging costs, as well as net realized gains and losses on its investments and hedging activities; it employs an active portfolio management philosophy aimed at preserving net asset value across various market scenarios. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, MTGE targets stockholders seeking attractive risk-adjusted returns through quarterly dividends and net asset value accretion, with operations focused on the United States mortgage and real estate markets. The company was externally managed by a subsidiary of AGNC Investment Corp. prior to its acquisition. In September 2018, Annaly Capital Management, Inc. completed the acquisition of all outstanding shares of MTGE in a cash-and-stock transaction valued at $900 million, enhancing Annaly's scale in agency mortgage-backed securities and integrating MTGE's portfolio into its broader operations; no significant changes, such as new product launches, funding rounds, or strategic shifts, have been reported for MTGE since the acquisition.