AGNC Investment (AGNC) CEO Peter J Federico Sells $601K of Stock
Key Points
- Peter J Federico, the CEO and President of AGNC Investment Corp., sold 67,794 shares on October 26, 2026, reducing his ownership by 3.54%.
- After the trade, Peter J Federico holds 1,846,083 $AGNC shares, down 3.54% from before the trade.
- AGNC shares closed at $8.78 on the same day, and recently traded around $8.78, which is about 28% below its 52-week high.
- The company has a dividend yield of 16.38% and is expected to report its next earnings on January 25, 2027.
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Peter J Federico, the Director, President, CEO, and CIO of AGNC Investment Corp. (NasdaqGS: AGNC), sold 67,794 shares on October 26, 2026, for about $601,333. He sold these shares at a price of $8.87 each, according to a Form 4 filing with the SEC.
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What Changed in Federico's AGNC Position
After this sale, Federico holds about 1,846,083 shares in AGNC, which represents a decrease of approximately 3.54% in his ownership. This planned sale might reflect his strategy to manage personal investments as AGNC continues to navigate the real estate investment trust sector.
Other Institutional Activity in AGNC
Equity Investment Corp increased its holdings by 41,686 shares, bringing its total to 9,736,044 shares valued at about $86.4 million. Victory Capital Management Inc. also boosted its position by 1,307,322 shares, ending with 8,777,731 shares worth approximately $77.9 million. These moves indicate ongoing interest from institutional investors in AGNC.
AGNC Investment Corp. Stock Holds Steady
AGNC shares closed at $8.78 on October 26, 2026, which is about equal to its recent trading price of $8.78 as of October 27, 2026. The stock is currently trading about 28% below its 52-week high of $12.19 and around 10% below its 50-day moving average of $9.76. This positioning may affect investor sentiment as they assess the company's performance in a challenging market.
Recent Earnings
AGNC Investment Corp. reported trailing twelve-month revenue of $236 million, with an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.05. The company has a net margin of 43.6%. Its next earnings report is scheduled for January 25, 2027.
Dividend
AGNC pays an annual dividend rate of $1.44 per share, which translates to a dividend yield of 16.38%. The payout ratio stands at 73.5%, indicating a strong return for shareholders.
Insider Buying and Selling at AGNC Investment Corp.
Peter J Federico's recent sale adds to a trend of insider selling at AGNC. Earlier this year, CFO Bernice E. Bell sold 10,000 shares at $10.79 on May 12, 2026, and 5,000 shares at $11.00 on July 28, 2026. Director Paul E. Mullings also sold 6,800 shares at $10.74 on May 4, 2026.
Analysts Set New Price Targets
On October 9, 2026, Piper Sandler maintained an Overweight rating on AGNC with a price target of $10.00, down from $12.00. RBC Capital and Wells Fargo also kept their Overweight ratings with the same target of $10.00 on October 21, 2026. The consensus among analysts is to hold, with a mean target price of $9.59 from eight opinions.
About AGNC Investment Corp.
AGNC Investment Corp. provides capital to the U.S. housing market, focusing on residential mortgage securities backed by government agencies. The company qualifies as a real estate investment trust, which allows it to pass tax benefits to shareholders.
Bottom Line
Investors should keep an eye on AGNC's upcoming earnings report on January 25, 2027, and monitor any further insider trading activity. With a solid dividend yield and active institutional interest, AGNC remains a notable player in the mortgage REIT sector.
Related Filing Alerts
Source: Peter J Federico's Form 4 filing on $AGNC (Oct 26, 2026). Written by software, not financial advice. How we make alerts