KREF — KKR Real Estate Finance Trust Inc.
Dividend Grades
vs Real Estate sector| Metric | KREF | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 15.59% | 5.61% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | -10.28% | 3.81% |
| Payout Ratio | — | 122.9% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 9 | 13 |
| 1Y Total Return | -28.3% | 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
0.00%
3-Year Growth
-16.54%
5-Year Growth
-10.28%
10-Year Growth
N/A
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
Mar 31, 2026
Next Payment
Apr 15, 2026
Last Ex-Date
Dec 31, 2025
Last Payment
Jan 15, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 31, 2026 | $0.2500 | 0.00% |
| Dec 31, 2025 | $0.2500 | 0.00% |
| Sep 30, 2025 | $0.2500 | 0.00% |
| Jun 30, 2025 | $0.2500 | 0.00% |
| Mar 31, 2025 | $0.2500 | 0.00% |
| Dec 31, 2024 | $0.2500 | 0.00% |
| Sep 30, 2024 | $0.2500 | 0.00% |
| Jun 28, 2024 | $0.2500 | 0.00% |
| Mar 27, 2024 | $0.2500 | -41.86% |
| Dec 28, 2023 | $0.4300 | 0.00% |
| Sep 28, 2023 | $0.4300 | 0.00% |
| Jun 29, 2023 | $0.4300 | 0.00% |
| Mar 30, 2023 | $0.4300 | 0.00% |
| Dec 29, 2022 | $0.4300 | 0.00% |
| Sep 29, 2022 | $0.4300 | 0.00% |
| Jun 29, 2022 | $0.4300 | 0.00% |
| Mar 30, 2022 | $0.4300 | 0.00% |
| Dec 30, 2021 | $0.4300 | 0.00% |
| Sep 29, 2021 | $0.4300 | 0.00% |
| Jun 29, 2021 | $0.4300 | 0.00% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
N/A
FCF Payout Ratio
98.1%
HighFinancial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2025 | $-0.15 | $14.63M |
| Q2 2025 | $-0.53 | $20.51M |
| Q3 2025 | $0.12 | $17.52M |
| Q4 2025 | $-0.49 | $14.03M |
Analyst Ratings (Last 90 Days)
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does KKR Real Estate Finance Trust Inc. pay a dividend?
Yes, KKR Real Estate Finance Trust Inc. (KREF) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 15.59%.
What is KREF's dividend yield?
KREF's current dividend yield is 15.59%. The annual dividend is $1.00.
When is KREF's next ex-dividend date?
KREF's next ex-dividend date is Mar 31, 2026.
How many years has KKR Real Estate Finance Trust Inc. increased its dividend?
KKR Real Estate Finance Trust Inc. has increased its dividend for 0 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.