ARMOUR Residential REIT

ARR · NYSE

$12.68+$0.40 (+3.26%)TodayMarket closed ·
Prev close $12.28

ARR analyst rating

BuyConsensus of 3 analysts over the last 12 months. 67% rate it a buy.
  • Strong buy0
  • Buy2
  • Hold1
  • Underperform0
  • Sell0

12-month price target · 5 analysts

Average $18.74 (+47.8% upside)

Low
$18.18
Now
$12.68
High
$19.95

Upgrades and downgrades

The latest rating actions, newest first

ARR analyst upgrades, downgrades and rating actions
FirmDateActionRating
UBSApr 24, 2026MaintainsNeutral
Jones TradingApr 23, 2026MaintainsBuy
Jones TradingFeb 20, 2026MaintainsBuy
Jones TradingJan 16, 2026UpgradeHold → Buy
Compass PointDec 15, 2025InitiatesBuy

The case for and against

Updated Aug 11, 2026

Bull case

ARMOUR Residential REIT is exposed to counterparty credit risk and potential losses in the event of a counterparty default due to its use of derivatives. Furthermore, the company may also face decreases in net asset value if mortgage spreads widen, despite its use of interest rate hedges. As a result, careful management of credit and interest rate risk is crucial for the success of ARMOUR Residential REIT.

Bear case

ARMOUR Residential REIT is facing a negative outlook due to its high financial leverage, which leaves its equity vulnerable to substantial loss and risk of margin calls. Additionally, the company's use of derivatives and short-term leverage could be adversely affected by market conditions, further increasing risk. This, combined with potential dilution from additional equity offerings and potential impact from Federal Reserve agency MBS ownership changes, could result in reduced returns and fluctuations in dividends for common shareholders.

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