Orchid Island Capital Reports Q1 Net Loss, Negative ROE, Maintains Monthly Dividend

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Orchid Island Capital announced preliminary Q1 2026 results with a net loss of $0.11 per share and a negative total return on equity, while maintaining its $0.10 monthly dividend.

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• Preliminary Q1 2026 Financial Results

  The company reported an estimated GAAP net loss of $0.11 per share and a negative total return on equity of (1.3)% for the quarter ended March 31, 2026. This includes an estimated $0.37 per share of net realized and unrealized losses on RMBS and derivative instruments.

• Estimated Book Value

  Estimated book value per share was $7.08 as of March 31, 2026, representing a decrease of $0.46 per share from December 31, 2025.

• Monthly Dividend Declared

  The Board of Directors declared a monthly cash dividend of $0.10 per share for April 2026, payable on May 28, 2026, to holders of record on April 30, 2026.

• RMBS Portfolio Details Provided

  The filing included detailed characteristics of its Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities (RMBS) portfolio as of March 31, 2026.

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Orchid Island Capital, a mortgage REIT, reported preliminary first-quarter 2026 results indicating a GAAP net loss of $0.11 per share and a negative total return on equity of (1.3)%. This contrasts with the company's strong financial rebound in 2025. Despite the loss, the company declared a monthly dividend of $0.10 per share, maintaining its payout to shareholders. Investors should monitor the final audited results and the company's ability to sustain its dividend in light of the reported losses.