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Redwood Trust stock hits 52-week high at $7.93

Published 09/13/2024, 09:52 AM
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Redwood Trust Inc . (NYSE:RWT) stock achieved a notable milestone as it reached a 52-week high, trading at $7.93. This peak reflects a modest yet positive trajectory over the past year, with the company's stock experiencing a 1.02% increase in value. Investors have shown renewed interest in Redwood Trust, signaling confidence in the company's performance and potential for growth. The 52-week high serves as a significant indicator for shareholders and potential investors, marking the highest price point the stock has attained in the last year and setting a new benchmark for its future movements.


In other recent news, Redwood Trust, Inc. has shown significant growth in its Q2 2024 earnings and loan volumes, with earnings available for distribution rising by 70% to $0.13 per share and GAAP earnings reported at $14 million, or $0.10 per share. Amid these financial developments, the company has also increased its quarterly dividend, reflecting a positive outlook on its financial stability and future prospects. Redwood Trust's Board of Directors authorized a regular common stock dividend of $0.17 per share, a 6.25% increase from the previous quarter.


Piper Sandler, in response to the company's recent earnings report, raised its price target for Redwood Trust shares to $7.50 from the previous $6.50, while maintaining a Neutral rating. Despite a decline in GAAP earnings per share to $0.10 from $0.21 in the previous quarter, Piper Sandler anticipates that Redwood Trust will cover its quarterly dividend by the year's end.


The company's management has expressed confidence in maintaining the current dividend level, citing potential benefits from reduced funding costs due to rate cuts. Partnerships with CPP Investments and Oaktree are supporting the company's strategy to expand its loan volumes. These recent developments provide a snapshot of Redwood Trust's current financial landscape.

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