Business Context and Reporting Period
Company: Chimera Investment Corporation
Filing Type: Form 8-K (Current Report)
Date of Report: February 11, 2026
Event: Declaration of first quarter cash dividends for common and preferred stock classes.
Key Financial Metrics
This filing does not report revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity metrics. It solely announces dividend declarations.
| Security Class | Dividend Per Share |
|---|---|
| Common Stock | $0.45 |
| 8.00% Series A Preferred Stock | $0.50 |
| 8.00% Series B Preferred Stock | $0.6078 |
| 7.75% Series C Preferred Stock | $0.5423 |
| 8.00% Series D Preferred Stock | $0.5820 |
Material Changes
The filing does not provide comparative data against prior periods to determine material changes in financial performance or dividend history.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
Management Commentary: The company announced the dividend declaration via a press release furnished as Exhibit 99.1.
Risks and Contingencies: The filing explicitly states that the press release information is not deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act and is not subject to the liabilities of that section, nor is it incorporated by reference in other filings except as expressly set forth.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Verify the record date and payment date for the declared dividends, as they are not included in this 8-K summary.
- Confirm the total number of outstanding shares for each class to calculate the aggregate dividend payout.
- Review the full text of the press release (Exhibit 99.1) for any additional context regarding the company's capital allocation strategy.
- Check subsequent filings for the actual payment of these dividends.