AGNC Investment Corp. is a self-managed real estate investment trust (REIT) that primarily acquires and manages a portfolio of residential mortgage-backed securities guaranteed by U.S. government-sponsored enterprises such as Ginnie Mae, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. The company employs a leveraged total return strategy, borrowing against its securities to enhance income potential while using interest rate hedges to manage risk. AGNC’s investment objective is to generate attractive monthly dividends and long-term capital appreciation for its shareholders.
Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, AGNC focuses exclusively on U.S. residential mortgage markets. Its portfolio mix typically includes fixed-rate agency residential mortgage-backed securities (RMBS) as well as adjustable-rate products, enabling the company to capitalize on shifting interest rate environments. By actively managing prepayment and duration risks, AGNC seeks to optimize its balance between yield enhancement and stability.
AGNC’s management team is led by President and Chief Executive Officer Gary Kain, who has more than three decades of experience in mortgage-backed securities investing. The senior leadership group also includes Richard Orell as Chief Financial Officer, responsible for overseeing the firm’s financing and capital markets activities. Together, the team leverages deep sector expertise to adjust portfolio positioning through various economic cycles.
As a publicly traded REIT listed on the NASDAQ under the ticker AGNC, the company maintains a transparent governance framework and adheres to stringent regulatory standards applicable to mortgage REITs. AGNC’s concentrated focus on agency-guaranteed RMBS, disciplined hedging practices and commitment to monthly dividend distributions position it as a specialized income vehicle for investors seeking exposure to the U.S. residential mortgage asset class.