Ellington Financial Inc. (EFC) Earnings History
Elite Compounder18 years of earnings data (2008–2025) · 5-year EPS CAGR exceeds 18% — top-tier earnings quality
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Ellington Financial Inc. (EFC) Earnings Overview
As of June 22, 2026, Ellington Financial Inc. (EFC) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $147M, reflecting -12.5% year-over-year growth. The company earned $1.48 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 21.8%.
Looking at the long-term picture, EFC's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at +25.0%, indicating exceptional earnings growth. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $147M in fiscal 2025, representing a new all-time high.
Ellington Financial Inc. maintains industry-leading profitability with a gross margin of 84.3%, operating margin of 61.6%, and net margin of 21.8%. This margin structure demonstrates strong pricing power and operational efficiency. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including MFA ($135M net income, 20.2% margin), EARN (-$5M net income, 13.0% margin), MITT ($34M net income, 10.3% margin), EFC has outperformed on profitability metrics. Compare EFC vs MFA →
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EFC Historical Earnings Data (2008–2025)
18 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $147M | +0.7% | $415M | $1.19 | 21.8% | 61.6% |
| 2024 | $146M | +73.5% | $116M | $1.36 | 51.7% | 41.2% |
| 2023 | $84M | +220.0% | $89M | $0.88 | 32.8% | 34.8% |
| 2022 | -$70M | -152.5% | -$25M | $-1.41 | -162.3% | -57.9% |
| 2021 | $133M | +433.7% | $135M | $2.55 | 61.6% | 62.2% |
| 2020 | $25M | -56.8% | $2M | $0.39 | 71.1% | 5.2% |
| 2019 | $58M | +24.1% | $55M | $1.76 | 68.0% | 64.0% |
| 2018 | $47M | +653.4% | $103M | $1.52 | 60.8% | 134.6% |
| 2017 | $6M | +138.7% | $65M | $0.19 | 57.7% | 606.0% |
| 2016 | -$16M | -142.0% | $299,000 | $-0.48 | -682.0% | 12.7% |
| 2015 | $38M | -35.6% | $50M | $1.13 | 71.5% | 94.3% |
| 2014 | $59M | -24.7% | $69M | $2.09 | 81.1% | 94.7% |
| 2013 | $79M | -19.2% | $90M | $3.28 | 90.3% | 103.0% |
| 2012 | $97M | +840.7% | $105M | $5.31 | 94.3% | 101.9% |
| 2011 | $10M | -74.5% | $17M | $0.61 | 45.8% | 75.4% |
| 2010 | $41M | -56.6% | $44M | $3.04 | 70.5% | 77.1% |
| 2009 | $93M | +3954.5% | $96M | $7.52 | 75.1% | 77.1% |
| 2008 | -$2M | - | $4M | $-0.20 | -28.6% | 44.4% |
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EFC — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying EFC stock.
What is EFC earnings per share (EPS)?
EFC trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $1.48, reflecting -12.5% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is +25.0%. Complete EPS history from 2008 to 2025 is available in the table on this page.
What is Ellington Financial Inc.'s net income?
Ellington Financial Inc. (EFC) trailing twelve-month net income is $147M as of 2025. Earnings declined -12.5% year-over-year. Ellington Financial Inc. has been profitable for 3 consecutive years.
Is EFC profitable?
Yes, EFC is profitable with a TTM net income of $147M and a net profit margin of +21.8%. Ellington Financial Inc. has generated profits for 3 consecutive years.
What is EFC's earnings growth rate?
EFC compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: -12.5%, 3-Year: N/A, 5-Year: +25.0%, 10-Year: +0.5%. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 2008 to 2025.
What are EFC's profit margins?
Ellington Financial Inc. net profit margin is +21.8%, operating margin is +61.6%, and gross margin is +84.3%. Above-average net margins reflect strong pricing power and competitive moat. Return on Equity is +8.5%.
Is EFC growing earnings?
EFC earnings are declining — EPS fell -12.5% year-over-year. TTM net income dropped to $147M. This contrasts with the 5-year CAGR of +25.0%.
What was EFC's best earnings year?
Ellington Financial Inc.'s highest annual net income on record is $147M, achieved in fiscal year 2025. Earnings history on this page spans 2008 to 2025 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were EFC's earnings last quarter?
EFC's most recent reported quarter was Q4 2025. Net income was $22M with diluted EPS of $0.14. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.