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Ellington Financial Inc Issues Potential Dividend Run Alert

Ellington Financial Inc (NYSE: EFC) is generating buzz with a 'Potential Dividend Run Alert'. This highlights the stock's history of price gains in anticipation of dividends, making it a noteworthy investment opportunity for dividend-focused investors.

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AI Rating:   7

Dividend Anticipation and Stock Movement
The report discusses the expectation that stocks generally rise prior to their ex-dividend date as investors anticipate receiving dividends. Specifically, the alert focuses on Ellington Financial Inc (EFC) and its consistent pattern exhibited before previous dividends.

Past Performance
Taking a historical perspective, the report highlights that EFC's stock price increased in three out of four instances prior to dividends, resulting in a total capital gain of +0.89, which exceeds the sum of dividends paid during the same period (0.52). The report presents detailed data from the preceding ex-dividend events, demonstrating that the stock typically appreciates as the ex-dividend date approaches.

Current Dividend Information
Ellington Financial is set to go ex-dividend on March 31, 2025, with a dividend of 0.13 per share. The monthly payment frequency is notable, supporting a strong annualized yield of 11.64%. This information is critical for investors as it suggests potential upward price movement leading up to the ex-dividend date, reflecting a typical market trend.

Investors who are alert to potential 'Dividend Run' scenarios could capitalize on the price movement observed leading up to the ex-dividend date. Given the historical context, this makes EFC a compelling stock to watch and potentially invest in before the upcoming dividend.

Stocks:  EFC