Non-Current Assets

Net Operating Loss Carryforwards

Ellington Financial Inc. Net Operating Loss Carryforwards decreased by 2.7% to $321.10M in Q4 2025 compared to the prior quarter. Over 2 years (FY 2023 to FY 2025), Net Operating Loss Carryforwards shows relatively stable performance with a -0.2% CAGR. This decline may warrant attention — for this metric, higher values are generally preferred.

Analysis

StatementBalance Sheet Statement
SectionNon-Current Assets
CategoryEfficiency
SignalHigher is better
VolatilityModerate
First reportedQ4 2023
Last reportedQ4 2025Mar 2, 2026

How to read this metric

An increase suggests potential future tax savings, while a decrease indicates the company is utilizing these assets to offset taxable income.

Detailed definition

This represents the tax value of prior operating losses that can be applied to reduce future taxable income. It serves a...

Peer comparison

Common in capital-intensive industries or companies recovering from cyclical downturns.

Metric ID: net_operating_loss_carryforwards

Historical Data

3 periods
 Q4 '23Q4 '24Q4 '25
Value$322.50M$329.90M$321.10M
QoQ Change+2.3%-2.7%
YoY Change+2.3%-2.7%
Range$321.10M$329.90M
Avg YoY Growth-0.2%
Median YoY Growth-0.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ellington Financial Inc.'s net operating loss carryforwards?
Ellington Financial Inc. (EFC) reported net operating loss carryforwards of $321.10M in Q4 2025.
What is the long-term trend for Ellington Financial Inc.'s net operating loss carryforwards?
Over 2 years (2023 to 2025), Ellington Financial Inc.'s net operating loss carryforwards has grown at a -0.2% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from $322.50M to $321.10M.
What does net operating loss carryforwards mean?
The value of past losses that can be used to lower future tax bills.