NEW YORK, NY--(Marketwire - Oct 12, 2011) - High yielding Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) have been a popular investment since the low interest rate environment set in two years ago. Several REITs earn their money on the spread between low-interest short-term borrowing and purchasing high-interest long-term securities, making the present economic climate highly lucrative for REITs. The Bedford Report examines the outlook for diversified REITs and provides equity research on Chimera Investment Corporation (NYSE: [ CIM ]) and Annaly Capital Management, Inc. (NYSE: [ NLY ]). Access to the full company reports can be found at:

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Mortgage REITs typically borrow at low rates and lend in the mortgage markets at higher rates, usually by buying mortgage-backed securities. By purchasing bonds guaranteed by the government, analysts argue these companies take on no risk of default, with the principle concern being an interest rate risk. Hybrid mREITs, meanwhile, are moderately riskier as they own mortgage backed securities (MBS) or any debt obligations which do not have an implicit guarantee of the US Federal Government.

Most mREITS (Hybrid or not) earn their money on the spread between low-interest short-term borrowing and purchasing high-interest long-term securities. The Federal Reserve has expressed its intention to keep interest rates low which means that REITs should enjoy a good spread for the foreseeable future.

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Chimera Investment Corporation pays an annual dividend of 52 cents a share for a hefty yield of around 19.5 percent. Chimera invests in residential mortgage loans, residential mortgage-backed securities, real estate-related securities and various other asset classes. Over half of the company's portfolio is invested in non-agency MBS.

Presently Annaly Capital Management pays an annual dividend of $2.60 for a yield of 15.5 percent. Annaly manages assets on behalf of institutional and individual investors worldwide. The Company's principal business objective is to generate net income for distribution to investors from its investment securities and from dividends it receives from its subsidiaries.

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