EFC

Ellington Financial Inc. is a specialty finance company that invests in a diverse portfolio of financial assets, primarily focusing on residential and commercial mortgage-backed securities. The company employs various investment strategies including agency and non-agency MBS, mortgage loans, real estate, consumer loans, and collateralized loan obligations. Ellington Financial is externally managed by Ellington Financial Management LLC, an affiliate of Ellington Management Group. The company uses leverage to enhance returns and is structured as a real estate investment trust (REIT) for tax purposes.