I advised investing in preferred stocks and baby bonds in mid-2022, predicting the Fed's rate hikes and subsequent cuts, resulting in significant returns. Preferred stocks have dropped recently due to inflation fears and panic selling, creating opportunities to buy high-yielding securities at discounted prices. I'm adding to my holdings in preferred stocks like CIM-PC and CIM-PD, anticipating future gains as valuations return to par.
Chimera (CIM) witnessed a jump in share price last session on above-average trading volume. The latest trend in earnings estimate revisions for the stock doesn't suggest further strength down the road.
Chimera's preferred stock offers a 10.5% yield, outperforming the S&P 500 with a 43% total return over two years, despite economic headwinds. The stock's floating yield provides some inflation protection, but economic risks like potential recession and rising interest rates pose challenges. Chimera's preferred dividend has a wide margin of safety, supported by a 56% payout ratio and a strong loan-to-value ratio of 43%.
The heavy selling pressure might have exhausted for Chimera (CIM) as it is technically in oversold territory now. In addition to this technical measure, strong agreement among Wall Street analysts in revising earnings estimates higher indicates that the stock is ripe for a trend reversal.
Chimera Investment Corporation had mixed results for Q4, showing a net income loss, however covering the dividend. The market price is higher than book value, reflecting negative investor sentiment created by a history of dividend cuts. Acquisition of the Palisades Group provides future catalysts for income and stabilization of the portfolio.
Chimera Investment Corporation (CIM) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
Chimera Investment (CIM) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.37 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.36 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.39 per share a year ago.
CIM-A's 8% coupon rate and 8.6% strip yield are overshadowed by limited upside and better alternatives, making it an unattractive investment above $23.20. The potential upside for CIM-A is capped at around 7.7%, with low likelihood of being called unless interest rates drop significantly with the economy remaining very strong. Baby bonds from Chimera Investment Corporation offer superior benefits, including mandatory interest payments, higher capital stack priority, and over 9% yield to maturity.
I recommended Chimera Investment Corporation's preferred stock for its 10% dividend yield and wide margin of safety, resulting in a 46% total return since April 2023. With inflation cooling and interest rates decreasing, Chimera's preferred stock remains attractive, offering a floating yield of 10.1%. Chimera's preferred dividend is safer than its common dividend, supported by historical resilience even during severe economic downturns.
The third quarter showed positive financial metrics, but earnings did not cover the dividend, reflecting ongoing challenges. Chimera's recent acquisition of an alternative asset manager and leadership changes signal a potential turnaround, but integration risks remain. With a favorable macro environment and the potential for future dividend increases, the Company has potential.
Chimera Investment Corporation (NYSE:CIM ) Q3 2024 Earnings Conference Call November 6, 2024 8:30 AM ET Company Participants Victor Falvo - Head of Capital Markets and IR Phil Kardis - President and CEO Subra Viswanathan - CFO Dan Thakkar - CIO Conference Call Participants Trevor Cranston - Citizens JMP Doug Harter - UBS Francesco Labetti - KBW Jake Katsikis - BTIG Operator Greetings, and welcome to the Chimera Investment Corporation Third Quarter Earnings Call. [Operator Instructions] As a reminder, this conference is being recorded.
Chimera Investment (CIM) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.36 per share, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.37 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.39 per share a year ago.