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Ellington Financial Declares Monthly Common Dividend

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Ellington Financial has announced a monthly dividend of $0.15 per share, payable on May 25, 2023, to stockholders of record as of April 28, 2023. This decision reflects the company's ongoing commitment to delivering value to its shareholders while navigating various market conditions.

As a diversified financial asset investment firm, Ellington Financial engages in a variety of sectors, including residential and commercial mortgage loans and securities. The declaration of this dividend indicates the company's aim to maintain liquidity and shareholder confidence, despite potential market volatility.

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  • Monthly dividend declared at $0.15 per share, enhancing shareholder income.
  • Reflects commitment to shareholder value amid market conditions.
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  • Potential risks related to market volatility and interest rate changes could impact future performance.
  • Dependence on external management could pose risks to operational control.

OLD GREENWICH, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Ellington Financial Inc. (NYSE: EFC) (the "Company") today announced that its Board of Directors has declared a monthly dividend of $0.15 per share of common stock, payable on May 25, 2023 to stockholders of record as of April 28, 2023.

Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements involve numerous risks and uncertainties. The Company's actual results may differ from its beliefs, expectations, estimates, and projections and, consequently, you should not rely on these forward-looking statements as predictions of future events. Forward-looking statements are not historical in nature and can be identified by words such as "believe," "expect," "anticipate," "estimate," "project," "plan," "continue," "intend," "should," "would," "could," "goal," "objective," "will," "may," "seek" or similar expressions or their negative forms, or by references to strategy, plans, or intentions. Examples of forward-looking statements in this press release include statements regarding the Company's payment of dividends. Forward-looking statements are based on our beliefs, assumptions and expectations of our future operations, business strategies, performance, financial condition, liquidity and prospects, taking into account information currently available to us. These beliefs, assumptions, and expectations are subject to risks and uncertainties and can change as a result of many possible events or factors, not all of which are known to us. If a change occurs, our business, financial condition, liquidity, results of operations and strategies may vary materially from those expressed or implied in our forward-looking statements. The following factors are examples of those that could cause actual results to vary from our forward-looking statements: changes in interest rates and the market value of the Company's investments, market volatility, changes in mortgage default rates and prepayment rates, the Company's ability to borrow to finance its assets, changes in government regulations affecting the Company's business, the Company's ability to maintain its exclusion from registration under the Investment Company Act of 1940, the Company's ability to maintain its qualification as a real estate investment trust, or "REIT," and other changes in market conditions and economic trends, such as changes to fiscal or monetary policy, heightened inflation, slower growth or recession, and currency fluctuations. Furthermore, forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, including, among other things, those described under Item 1A of the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K, which can be accessed through the Company's website at www.ellingtonfinancial.com or at the SEC's website (www.sec.gov). Other risks, uncertainties, and factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected or implied may be described from time to time in reports the Company files with the SEC, including reports on Forms 10-Q, 10-K and 8-K. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.

This release and the information contained herein do not constitute an offer of any securities or solicitation of an offer to purchase securities.

About Ellington Financial

Ellington Financial invests in a diverse array of financial assets, including residential and commercial mortgage loans, reverse mortgage loans, residential and commercial mortgage-backed securities, consumer loans and asset-backed securities backed by consumer loans, collateralized loan obligations, non-mortgage and mortgage-related derivatives, debt and equity investments in loan origination companies, and other strategic investments. Ellington Financial is externally managed and advised by Ellington Financial Management LLC, an affiliate of Ellington Management Group, L.L.C.

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Ellington Financial Inc.

Investor Relations

(203) 409-3575

info@ellingtonfinancial.com

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(212) 257-4170

Ellington@gasthalter.com

Source: Ellington Financial Inc.

FAQ

What is the dividend amount declared by Ellington Financial (EFC)?

Ellington Financial declared a monthly dividend of $0.15 per share.

When will the dividend be paid to shareholders of EFC?

The dividend will be paid on May 25, 2023.

What is the record date for the dividend payment from Ellington Financial (EFC)?

The record date for the dividend payment is April 28, 2023.

How does the dividend declaration affect EFC stock?

The dividend declaration signifies confidence in ongoing operations and aims to maintain shareholder interest.

What are the risks associated with Ellington Financial's dividend payment?

Risks include market volatility, interest rate changes, and reliance on external management.

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