The earnings call presented a mixed outlook with notable improvements in earnings per share, total return, and portfolio growth. However, these were tempered by challenges such as decreased book value, increased leverage, and significant market volatility. The uncertainty surrounding tariffs and potential impacts of the Rocket Mortgage and Nationstar merger also contribute to a cautious outlook.
Company Guidance
During Orchid Island Capital's Q1 2025 earnings call, several key financial metrics were discussed, reflecting the company's performance and strategic maneuvers. Earnings per share increased to $0.18 from $0.07 in Q4 2024, while the book value per share decreased to $7.94 from $8.09 at the end of the previous quarter. The total return for Q1 was 2.6%, a significant improvement from the 0.6% in Q4. Dividends remained consistent at $0.36 per share each quarter. The average portfolio size grew to just under $6 billion, compared to $5.3 billion in Q4, with a leverage ratio rising to 7.8 from 7.3. Prepayment speeds decreased to 7.8% from 10.5%, and liquidity slightly dipped to 52.2% from 52.9%. Additionally, the company raised $206 million through stock sales, slightly accretive to shareholders, and later repurchased 1.1 million shares at an average price of $6.44, which was accretive to shareholders’ equity.
Increase in Earnings Per Share
Earnings per share increased from $0.07 in Q4 to $0.18 in Q1.
Total Return Improvement
Total return for Q1 was 2.6% unannualized, up from 0.6% in Q4.
Portfolio Growth
The average portfolio size increased to just under $6 billion in Q1 from $5.3 billion in Q4.
Dividend Consistency
Dividends of $0.36 per share were declared and paid for Q1, maintaining the same level as Q4.
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Orchid Island Capital (ORC) Earnings, Revenues Date & History
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ORC Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date
Price 1 Day Before
Price 1 Day After
Percentage Change
Apr 24, 2025
$6.82
$7.16
+4.99%
Jan 30, 2025
$7.55
$7.97
+5.56%
Oct 24, 2024
$7.08
$7.10
+0.28%
Jul 25, 2024
$7.10
$7.08
-0.28%
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FAQ
When does Orchid Island Capital (ORC) report earnings?
Orchid Island Capital (ORC) is schdueled to report earning on Jul 24, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
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