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Ellington Financial to acquire small servicer

PUBLIC · EFCAug 07, 2026•1 day ago

Acquiring Company

Ellington Financial

Acquired Company

Small Servicer

Financial ServicesReal EstateFinanceLendingBankingFinancial ServicesFinanceLending

Description

Ellington Financial is nearing an agreement to acquire a small servicer as part of its strategy to enhance its subservicing capabilities. The acquisition aims to expand upon the company’s existing operations in mortgage asset management. Expected details of the agreement are set to be announced later this quarter. This development comes alongside a strong financial performance reported for the second quarter.

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Company

Ellington Financial

About

Ellington Financial invests in a diverse array of financial assets, including residential and commercial mortgage loans, residential and commercial mortgage-backed securities, consumer loans and asset-backed securities backed by consumer loans, collateralized loan obligations, non-mortgage and mortgage-related derivatives, equity investments in loan origination companies, and other strategic investments. Ellington Financial is externally managed and advised by Ellington Financial Management LLC, an affiliate of Ellington Management Group, L.L.C. For additional information, please visit www.ellingtonfinancial.com.

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