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Stubbornly High Mortgage Rates Benefit This 8.5% Dividend Stock
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RITM's MSR model thrives in a high-rate environment, reminiscent of past performance during rate hikes.
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RITM benefits as refinancing activity declines, supporting MSR value. Recent mortgage rates above 6% lead to limited housing market activity. RITM's earnings exceed analyst expectations, attributed to strong MSR portfolio. Sculptor Asset Management acquisition enhances RITM's asset management revenue. Hedge funds increased RITM shares, potentially stabilizing its price.
- RITM benefits as refinancing activity declines, supporting MSR value.
- Recent mortgage rates above 6% lead to limited housing market activity.
- RITM's earnings exceed analyst expectations, attributed to strong MSR portfolio.
- Sculptor Asset Management acquisition enhances RITM's asset management revenue.
- Hedge funds increased RITM shares, potentially stabilizing its price.
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