CIM — Chimera Investment Corporation
Dividend Grades
vs Real Estate sector| Metric | CIM | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 11.76% | 5.61% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | 1.12% | 3.81% |
| Payout Ratio | 86.0% | 122.9% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 19 | 13 |
| 1Y Total Return | +5.0% | 2.7% |
Grades compare this stock to Real Estate sector peers using percentile ranks. A+ = top 10%, F = bottom 10%. See methodology →
1-Year Growth
23.33%
3-Year Growth
9.74%
5-Year Growth
1.12%
10-Year Growth
-0.37%
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
Mar 31, 2026
Next Payment
Apr 30, 2026
Last Ex-Date
Dec 31, 2025
Last Payment
Jan 30, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 31, 2026 | $0.4500 | +21.62% |
| Dec 31, 2025 | $0.3700 | 0.00% |
| Sep 30, 2025 | $0.3700 | 0.00% |
| Jun 30, 2025 | $0.3700 | 0.00% |
| Mar 31, 2025 | $0.3700 | 0.00% |
| Dec 31, 2024 | $0.3700 | 0.00% |
| Sep 30, 2024 | $0.3700 | +5.71% |
| Jun 28, 2024 | $0.3500 | +218.18% |
| Apr 5, 2024 | $0.1100 | 0.00% |
| Dec 28, 2023 | $0.1100 | -38.89% |
| Sep 28, 2023 | $0.1800 | 0.00% |
| Jun 29, 2023 | $0.1800 | -21.74% |
| Mar 30, 2023 | $0.2300 | 0.00% |
| Dec 29, 2022 | $0.2300 | 0.00% |
| Sep 29, 2022 | $0.2300 | -30.30% |
| Jun 29, 2022 | $0.3300 | 0.00% |
| Mar 30, 2022 | $0.3300 | 0.00% |
| Dec 29, 2021 | $0.3300 | 0.00% |
| Sep 29, 2021 | $0.3300 | 0.00% |
| Jun 29, 2021 | $0.3300 | +10.00% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
86.0%
HighFCF Payout Ratio
N/A
Financial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2025 | $1.79 | $48.80M |
| Q2 2025 | $0.17 | -$7.43M |
| Q3 2025 | $-0.27 | -$137.48M |
| Q4 2025 | $0.08 | -$152.77M |
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Chimera Investment Corporation pay a dividend?
Yes, Chimera Investment Corporation (CIM) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 11.76%.
What is CIM's dividend yield?
CIM's current dividend yield is 11.76%. The annual dividend is $1.48.
When is CIM's next ex-dividend date?
CIM's next ex-dividend date is Mar 31, 2026.
How many years has Chimera Investment Corporation increased its dividend?
Chimera Investment Corporation has increased its dividend for 2 consecutive years.
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About this data
Dividend data sourced from Financial Modeling Prep. Prices updated daily after market close.
Payout ratio — trailing 12-month dividends paid / trailing 12-month net income.
Consecutive years — calendar years with a higher total annual dividend than the prior year.
Growth rates — annualized, comparing the most recent full year total to the total N years prior.
For informational purposes only. Not investment advice.
Data as of March 22, 2026. Source: Financial Modeling Prep. Prices and yields updated daily after market close.