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Annaly Capital Management - NLY Stock Price Target and Predictions

  • Consensus Rating: Moderate Buy
  • Consensus Price Target: $24.11
  • Forecasted Upside: 4.97%
  • Number of Analysts: 12
  • Breakdown:
  • 0 Sell Ratings
  • 4 Hold Ratings
  • 7 Buy Ratings
  • 1 Strong Buy Ratings
$22.97 As of 03/4/2026 04:59 PM ET
▼ -0.07 (-0.30%)

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Analyst Price Target for NLY

Analyst Price Target is $24.11
▲ +4.97% Upside Potential
This price target is based on 12 analysts offering 12 month price targets for Annaly Capital Management in the last 3 months. The average price target is $24.11, with a high forecast of $25.00 and a low forecast of $21.00. The average price target represents a 4.97% upside from the last price of $22.97.

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Current Consensus is Moderate Buy

The current consensus among 12 polled investment analysts is to moderate buy stock in Annaly Capital Management. This rating has held steady since January 2026, when it changed from a Hold consensus rating.

Past Monthly Recommendations

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  • 0 strong buy ratings
  • 6 buy ratings
  • 2 hold ratings
  • 0 sell ratings
Ratings as of
9/10/2024
  • 0 strong buy ratings
  • 8 buy ratings
  • 1 hold ratings
  • 0 sell ratings
Ratings as of
12/9/2024
  • 0 strong buy ratings
  • 8 buy ratings
  • 2 hold ratings
  • 0 sell ratings
Ratings as of
3/9/2025
  • 0 strong buy ratings
  • 8 buy ratings
  • 2 hold ratings
  • 0 sell ratings
Ratings as of
6/7/2025
  • 0 strong buy ratings
  • 7 buy ratings
  • 4 hold ratings
  • 0 sell ratings
Ratings as of
9/5/2025
  • 0 strong buy ratings
  • 5 buy ratings
  • 4 hold ratings
  • 1 sell ratings
Ratings as of
12/4/2025
  • 0 strong buy ratings
  • 7 buy ratings
  • 4 hold ratings
  • 0 sell ratings
Ratings as of
2/2/2026
  • 1 strong buy ratings
  • 7 buy ratings
  • 4 hold ratings
  • 0 sell ratings
Ratings as of
3/4/2026

Latest Recommendations

  • 1 strong buy ratings
  • 7 buy ratings
  • 4 hold ratings
  • 0 sell ratings

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DateBrokerageActionRatingPrice TargetDetails
2/5/2026ArgusUpgradeStrong-Buy
2/5/2026Royal Bank Of CanadaBoost TargetOutperform ➝ Outperform$23.00 ➝ $25.00
1/30/2026BarclaysSet TargetEqual Weight ➝ Equal Weight$23.00 ➝ $24.00
1/30/2026Keefe, Bruyette & WoodsBoost TargetOutperform ➝ Outperform$23.25 ➝ $25.00
1/29/2026Wells Fargo & CompanyReiterated RatingOverweight ➝ Overweight$23.00 ➝ $25.00
1/29/2026JonesTradingBoost TargetBuy ➝ Buy$22.00 ➝ $25.00
1/21/2026Weiss RatingsReiterated RatingHold (C) ➝ Hold (C)
1/15/2026Piper SandlerReiterated RatingOverweight ➝ Overweight$23.50 ➝ $25.00
1/6/2026BarclaysSet TargetEqual Weight ➝ Equal Weight$20.00 ➝ $23.00
1/6/2026BTIG ResearchUpgradeNeutral ➝ Buy$25.00
12/22/2025Piper SandlerReiterated RatingOverweight ➝ Overweight$22.50 ➝ $23.50
10/23/2025JonesTradingReiterated RatingBuy ➝ Buy$22.00
10/20/2025JPMorgan Chase & Co.Boost TargetOverweight ➝ Overweight$21.00 ➝ $22.00
10/8/2025Piper SandlerSet TargetOverweight ➝ Overweight$21.50 ➝ $22.50
10/8/2025Weiss RatingsReiterated RatingHold (C) ➝ Hold (C)
10/6/2025BarclaysSet TargetCautious ➝ Cautious$19.00 ➝ $20.00
9/27/2025Weiss RatingsReiterated RatingHold (C) ➝ Hold (C)
9/15/2025Royal Bank Of CanadaBoost TargetOutperform ➝ Outperform$21.00 ➝ $23.00
9/3/2025UBS GroupBoost TargetNeutral ➝ Neutral$20.00 ➝ $21.00
8/19/2025Zacks ResearchDowngradeStrong-Buy ➝ Hold
7/25/2025Keefe, Bruyette & WoodsBoost TargetOutperform ➝ Outperform$20.50 ➝ $21.50
7/24/2025JonesTradingReiterated RatingBuy ➝ Buy$21.00
7/10/2025UBS GroupReiterated RatingNeutral ➝ Neutral$18.00 ➝ $20.00
5/27/2025Royal Bank Of CanadaLower TargetOutperform ➝ Outperform$22.00 ➝ $21.00
5/2/2025Keefe, Bruyette & WoodsBoost TargetOutperform ➝ Outperform$20.15 ➝ $20.50
5/2/2025Piper SandlerLower TargetOverweight ➝ Overweight$21.50 ➝ $21.00
5/2/2025JonesTradingReiterated RatingBuy ➝ Buy$21.00 ➝ $21.00
4/16/2025JPMorgan Chase & Co.Lower TargetOverweight ➝ Overweight$21.00 ➝ $19.00
4/8/2025Keefe, Bruyette & WoodsLower TargetOutperform ➝ Outperform$21.00 ➝ $20.15
2/10/2025Royal Bank Of CanadaReiterated RatingOutperform ➝ Outperform$22.00 ➝ $22.00
1/31/2025JPMorgan Chase & Co.Boost TargetOverweight ➝ Overweight$19.00 ➝ $21.00
1/27/2025Royal Bank Of CanadaBoost TargetOutperform ➝ Outperform$21.00 ➝ $22.00
1/23/2025Citizens JmpReiterated RatingMarket Perform ➝ Market Perform
1/21/2025JPMorgan Chase & Co.Lower TargetOverweight ➝ Overweight$20.00 ➝ $19.00
1/6/2025BarclaysInitiated CoverageEqual Weight$19.00
12/9/2024JPMorgan Chase & Co.Lower TargetOverweight ➝ Overweight$21.00 ➝ $20.00
10/31/2024ArgusUpgradeHold ➝ Buy$21.00
10/25/2024JPMorgan Chase & Co.Lower TargetOverweight ➝ Overweight$22.00 ➝ $21.00
10/17/2024JPMorgan Chase & Co.Boost TargetOverweight ➝ Overweight$21.00 ➝ $22.00
9/20/2024Wells Fargo & CompanyUpgradeEqual Weight ➝ Overweight$19.00 ➝ $23.00
8/28/2024Citizens JmpReiterated RatingMarket Perform
7/26/2024Compass PointBoost TargetBuy ➝ Buy$22.00 ➝ $23.50
7/16/2024JPMorgan Chase & Co.Boost TargetOverweight ➝ Overweight$20.00 ➝ $21.00
6/6/2024Janney Montgomery ScottInitiated CoverageBuy$21.00
4/25/2024JonesTradingReiterated RatingBuy ➝ Buy$21.00 ➝ $21.00
4/18/2024Citizens JmpReiterated RatingMarket Perform
4/2/2024Compass PointInitiated CoverageBuy$22.00
3/27/2024Keefe, Bruyette & WoodsReiterated RatingOutperform ➝ Outperform$21.50
2/12/2024Royal Bank Of CanadaReiterated RatingOutperform ➝ Outperform$21.00
2/8/2024JonesTradingBoost TargetBuy ➝ Buy$18.00 ➝ $21.00
1/5/2024Royal Bank Of CanadaBoost TargetOutperform ➝ Outperform$18.00 ➝ $21.00
12/13/2023Keefe, Bruyette & WoodsBoost TargetOutperform ➝ Outperform$17.00 ➝ $21.50
12/6/2023UBS GroupReiterated RatingNeutral$19.00
10/31/2023Royal Bank Of CanadaLower TargetOutperform ➝ Outperform$22.00 ➝ $18.00
9/18/2023UBS GroupUpgradeNeutral ➝ Buy$21.00 ➝ $24.00
8/3/2023JonesTradingReiterated RatingBuy$21.00
8/1/2023Royal Bank Of CanadaReiterated RatingOutperform ➝ Outperform$22.00
7/28/2023Piper SandlerBoost Target$21.50 ➝ $22.00
5/2/2023Piper SandlerUpgradeNeutral ➝ Overweight$20.00 ➝ $21.50
4/28/2023Wells Fargo & CompanyLower Target$23.00 ➝ $21.00
4/24/2023JPMorgan Chase & Co.Lower Target$23.00 ➝ $22.00
4/3/2023Piper SandlerLower Target$22.00 ➝ $20.00
2/21/2023ArgusDowngradeBuy ➝ Hold
2/17/2023Royal Bank Of CanadaBoost TargetOutperform$20.00 ➝ $24.00
1/6/2023BarclaysBoost Target$19.00 ➝ $24.00
12/19/2022JonesTradingInitiated CoverageBuy$22.50
11/4/2022UBS GroupLower Target$18.50
10/28/2022Wells Fargo & CompanyLower TargetEqual Weight$26.00 ➝ $18.50
10/27/2022BarclaysUpgradeEqual Weight ➝ Overweight$19.00
10/13/2022Credit Suisse GroupLower Target$20.00
10/5/2022Royal Bank Of CanadaLower TargetOutperform$28.00 ➝ $21.00
9/30/2022Piper SandlerLower TargetNeutral$28.00 ➝ $19.00
7/22/2022Credit Suisse GroupLower Target$26.00
6/28/2022Piper SandlerLower TargetNeutral$26.00 ➝ $24.00
6/8/2022Keefe, Bruyette & WoodsUpgradeMarket Perform ➝ Outperform$25.00 ➝ $27.00
4/27/2022BarclaysLower Target$32.00 ➝ $28.00
4/25/2022JPMorgan Chase & Co.Lower TargetOverweight$30.00 ➝ $26.00
4/5/2022Piper SandlerLower TargetNeutral$32.00 ➝ $28.00
2/14/2022Bank of AmericaDowngradeBuy ➝ Neutral$35.00 ➝ $29.00
2/8/2022Citizens JmpDowngradeOutperform ➝ Market Perform
10/29/2021BarclaysDowngradeOverweight ➝ Equal Weight$36.00
10/6/2021Piper SandlerDowngradeOverweight ➝ Neutral$36.00 ➝ $34.00
7/30/2021Citizens JmpLower TargetMarket Outperform$40.00 ➝ $37.00
6/16/2021Citizens JmpBoost TargetMarket Outperform$39.00 ➝ $40.00
6/6/2021Keefe, Bruyette & WoodsDowngradeOutperform ➝ Market Perform$38.00
4/27/2021BTIG ResearchReiterated RatingBuy ➝ Neutral
4/21/2021BTIG ResearchDowngradeBuy ➝ Neutral
(Data available from 3/5/2021 forward)

News Sentiment Rating

1.21 (Buy)

Our news sentiment rating is based on the average sentiment of articles about this company published in the media in the last 30 days of headlines and can range from 2 (very positive sentiment) to -2 (very negative sentiment).

News Sentiment Over Time

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  • 6 very positive mentions
  • 20 positive mentions
  • 0 negative mentions
  • 0 very negative mentions
Mentions as of
8/7/2025
  • 4 very positive mentions
  • 6 positive mentions
  • 3 negative mentions
  • 0 very negative mentions
Mentions as of
9/6/2025
  • 3 very positive mentions
  • 9 positive mentions
  • 0 negative mentions
  • 0 very negative mentions
Mentions as of
10/6/2025
  • 4 very positive mentions
  • 16 positive mentions
  • 3 negative mentions
  • 0 very negative mentions
Mentions as of
11/5/2025
  • 4 very positive mentions
  • 11 positive mentions
  • 4 negative mentions
  • 0 very negative mentions
Mentions as of
12/5/2025
  • 5 very positive mentions
  • 9 positive mentions
  • 1 negative mentions
  • 0 very negative mentions
Mentions as of
1/4/2026
  • 7 very positive mentions
  • 14 positive mentions
  • 1 negative mentions
  • 0 very negative mentions
Mentions as of
2/3/2026
  • 26 very positive mentions
  • 10 positive mentions
  • 1 negative mentions
  • 0 very negative mentions
Mentions as of
3/5/2026

Current Sentiment

  • 26 very positive mentions
  • 10 positive mentions
  • 1 negative mentions
  • 0 very negative mentions

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Annaly Capital Management logo
Annaly Capital Management, Inc., a diversified capital manager, engages in mortgage finance. The company invests in agency mortgage-backed securities collateralized by residential mortgages; non-agency residential whole loans and securitized products within the residential and commercial markets; mortgage servicing rights; agency commercial mortgage-backed securities; to-be-announced forward contracts; residential mortgage loans; and agency or private label credit risk transfer securities. It has elected to be taxed as a real estate investment trust (REIT). As a REIT, it is not subject to federal income tax to the extent that it distributes its taxable income to its shareholders. The company was incorporated in 1996 and is based in New York, New York.
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Today's Range

Now: $22.97
Low: $22.87
High: $23.18

50 Day Range

MA: $23.21
Low: $22.37
High: $24.38

52 Week Range

Now: $22.97
Low: $16.59
High: $24.52

Volume

6,954,821 shs

Average Volume

6,970,143 shs

Market Capitalization

$16.50 billion

P/E Ratio

8.26

Dividend Yield

12.15%

Beta

1.24

Frequently Asked Questions

What sell-side analysts currently cover shares of Annaly Capital Management?

The following equities research analysts have issued stock ratings on Annaly Capital Management in the last twelve months: Argus, Barclays PLC, BTIG Research, JonesTrading, JPMorgan Chase & Co., Keefe, Bruyette & Woods, Piper Sandler, Royal Bank Of Canada, UBS Group AG, Weiss Ratings, Wells Fargo & Company, and Zacks Research.
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What is the current price target for Annaly Capital Management?

0 Wall Street analysts have set twelve-month price targets for Annaly Capital Management in the last year. Their average twelve-month price target is $24.11, suggesting a possible upside of 5.0%. Wells Fargo & Company has the highest price target set, predicting NLY will reach $25.00 in the next twelve months. UBS Group AG has the lowest price target set, forecasting a price of $21.00 for Annaly Capital Management in the next year.
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What is the current consensus analyst rating for Annaly Capital Management?

Annaly Capital Management currently has 4 hold ratings, 7 buy ratings and 1 strong buy rating from Wall Street analysts. The stock has a consensus analyst rating of "Moderate Buy."
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What other companies compete with Annaly Capital Management?

Other companies that are similar to Annaly Capital Management include AGNC Investment, ARMOUR Residential REIT, Chimera Investment, Dynex Capital and Invesco Mortgage Capital. Learn More about companies similar to Annaly Capital Management.

How do I contact Annaly Capital Management's investor relations team?

Annaly Capital Management's physical mailing address is 1211 AVENUE OF THE AMERICAS, NEW YORK NY, 10036. The real estate investment trust's listed phone number is (212) 696-0100 and its investor relations email address is [email protected]. The official website for Annaly Capital Management is www.annaly.com. Learn More about contacing Annaly Capital Management investor relations.