Ellington Credit Co 8-K

What Happened Ellington Credit Company (ticker: EARN) announced on January 8, 2026 (filed on Form 8-K Jan 9, 2026) that its Board of Trustees declared a monthly common dividend of $0.08 per share. The dividend is payable on February 27, 2026 to common shareholders of record as of January 30, 2026. The company filed the press release announcing the dividend as Exhibit 99.1 to the 8-K.

Key Details

• Dividend amount: $0.08 per common share (monthly).
• Record date: January 30, 2026.
• Payment date: February 27, 2026.
• Announcement filed: Press release dated January 8, 2026 (Exhibit 99.1 to Form 8-K).

Why It Matters A declared monthly cash dividend provides a direct income distribution to shareholders and is a material event for investors focused on yield. The record and payment dates tell shareholders when they must hold shares to receive the payout. Investors should review the company’s other filings for context on dividend history and sustainability.