AGNC / AGNC Investment Corp

AGNC Investment Corp is a publicly traded real estate investment trust (REIT) that primarily invests in agency mortgage-backed securities (MBS) on a leveraged basis. The company seeks to generate income through the acquisition of these securities, which are backed by government-sponsored entities. AGNC aims to provide dividends to its shareholders while managing interest rate risk and credit risk. The firm employs a strategy that involves hedging to mitigate potential losses from fluctuating interest rates, thereby aiming to enhance returns.