Angel Oak Mortgage REIT Reports Q1 Net Loss, Declining Book Value Amidst NII Growth

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Angel Oak Mortgage REIT, Inc. reported a Q1 2026 GAAP net loss of $(7.4) million and a decline in book values, despite an increase in net interest income and a successful securitization. The declared dividend of $0.32 per share was not covered by distributable earnings of $0.18 per share.

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• Reported Q1 2026 Net Loss

  The company reported a GAAP net loss of $(7.4) million, or $(0.30) per diluted share, for the first quarter of 2026.

• Book Value Declined

  GAAP book value decreased by 4.0% to $10.31 per share, and economic book value decreased by 3.3% to $12.28 per share compared to the end of 2025.

• Net Interest Income Increased

  Net interest income rose to $12.1 million, marking a 20.1% increase from Q1 2025 and an 11.2% increase from Q4 2025.

• Dividend Exceeds Distributable Earnings

  A quarterly dividend of $0.32 per share was declared, which is higher than the Q1 2026 Distributable Earnings of $0.18 per diluted share.

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Angel Oak Mortgage REIT, Inc. reported a GAAP net loss and a decline in both GAAP and economic book values for Q1 2026, indicating significant financial headwinds. While the company achieved notable net interest income growth and successfully executed a securitization to manage liquidity, the core profitability and asset valuation suffered. The declared dividend of $0.32 per share, exceeding distributable earnings of $0.18 per share, raises questions about dividend sustainability and coverage. Investors should monitor future earnings reports for improvements in net income and book value, as well as the company's ability to cover its dividend from distributable earnings.