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12 Aug 2026, 21:05 UTC · 2h ago
Starwood Property: Don't Fool Yourself, A Dividend Cut Is Coming (Rating Downgrade)
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12 Aug 2026, 21:05 UTC · 2h ago
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Starwood Property Trust has failed to cover its $0.48 dividend for six consecutive quarters, with a Q2 '26 coverage ratio of 83%. — Persistent under-coverage creates a high probability of a dividend cut, which typically triggers a significant sell-off in REIT/mREIT shares.
-0.80STWD's dividend coverage lags behind peers Ladder Capital and Blackstone Mortgage Trust, both of which exceed 100%. — Relative underperformance against peers suggests company-specific headwinds rather than a broader sector issue, making STWD a less attractive holding.
-0.40The company maintains a robust liquidity position and improving collateral diversification. — Strong liquidity acts as a buffer that may delay a dividend cut or provide the flexibility needed to pivot the portfolio.
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The company failed to cover its dividend for six consecutive quarters, putting the payout at risk.
Mentioned as a peer that is successfully exceeding 100% dividend coverage.
Mentioned as a peer that is successfully exceeding 100% dividend coverage.
[mutual] Both companies are identified as peers in the mortgage REIT sector.
[mutual] Starwood Property Trust is listed as a peer to Ladder Capital regarding dividend coverage ratios.
[mutual] Starwood Property Trust is listed as a peer to Blackstone Mortgage Trust regarding dividend coverage ratios.
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