Ellington Credit Co 8-K

What Happened
Ellington Credit Company (EARN) filed a Form 8-K on May 11, 2026 to report that on May 7, 2026 its Board of Trustees declared a monthly common dividend of $0.08 per share. The dividend is payable June 30, 2026 to shareholders of record as of May 29, 2026. A press release dated May 7, 2026 was furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to the 8-K.

Key Details

• Dividend declared: $0.08 per common share (monthly).
• Record date: May 29, 2026.
• Payment date: June 30, 2026.
• SEC filing: Form 8-K filed May 11, 2026; press release filed as Exhibit 99.1. Signed by CFO Christopher Smernoff.

Why It Matters
This 8-K announces a confirmed cash distribution for common shareholders, which is relevant for income-focused investors and for holders who must be on the record by May 29, 2026 to receive the June payment. The filing contains no other financial results or corporate actions.