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Why Is Chimera's Dividend So High?

Why Is Chimera's Dividend So High?

This past year has been particularly difficult for companies in the mortgage market. The abrupt increase in interest rates has crushed mortgage originators, as borrowers no longer have an incentive to refinance their home loans. Mortgage originators have also struggled with declining home sales, which also has been driven by rising rates and soaring home prices.