Investors Drawn to Twenty Percent Yields From American Capital Agency and Invesco Mortgage

  High yielding Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) have been a popular investment since the low interest rate environment set in two years ago. Several REITs earn their money on the spread between low-interest short-term borrowing and purchasing high-interest long-term securities, making the present economic climate highly lucrative for REITs. The Bedford Report examines the outlook for diversified REITs and provides equity research on American Capital Agency Corporation (NASDAQ: AGNC) and Invesco Mortage Capital, Inc. (NYSE: IVR). Access to the full company reports can be found at:

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Mortgage REITs typically borrow at low rates and lend in the mortgage markets at higher rates, usually by buying mortgage-backed securities. By purchasing bonds guaranteed by the government, analysts argue these companies take on no risk of default, with the principle concern being an interest rate risk. Hybrid mREITs, meanwhile, are moderately riskier as they own mortgage backed securities (MBS) or any debt obligations which do not have an implicit guarantee of the US Federal Government.

Most mREITS (Hybrid or not) earn their money on the spread between low-interest short-term borrowing and purchasing high-interest long-term securities. The Federal Reserve has expressed its intention to keep interest rates low which means that REITs should enjoy a good spread for the foreseeable future.

The Bedford Report releases stock research on REITs so investors can stay ahead of the crowd and make the best investment decisions to maximize their returns. Take a few minutes to register with us free at www.bedfordreport.com and get exclusive access to our numerous analyst reports and industry newsletters.

Invesco Mortgage Capital is a hybrid mREIT as a part of its portfolio is made up of mortgages insured by the federal agencies Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac and Ginnie Mae. Invesco currently pays a dividend of $3.20 per share annually for a yield of around 23.3 percent.

American Capital Agency pays an annual dividend of $5.60 per share for a hefty yield of around 21 percent.

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