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AGNC Investment (AGNC -0.06%) stands out for one very big reason: Its huge 16% dividend yield. That's dramatically higher than the 1.3% yield of the S&P 500 index (^GSPC -0.53%) and the 4.1% yield of the average real estate investment trust (REIT).

AGNC's 15.93% yield, monthly payouts and $1B buyback plan spotlight its powerful income appeal.

In the most recent trading session, AGNC Investment (AGNC) closed at $8.99, indicating a +1.81% shift from the previous trading day.

That could mean no rate cuts until later in 2025. High-yield monthly dividend stocks may be the best idea for many investors looking for passive income.

Big dividends sound great, but how about big losses? Since Q2 2025 began, book values got smacked. Not talking about share prices. You can tell if the share price declined (hopefully). That would be a worthless article. One of these high-yield sectors has been doing much better than the others.

AGNC thrives on active portfolio management and strong Agency MBS exposure, offsetting market volatility while maintaining solid liquidity.

Many companies pay dividends. However, some companies pay monster dividends.

DIS, AGNC, ANET, AZO and APP stand out with high ROE as bond yields spike and markets wobble amid U.S. deficit concerns.

According to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), passive income generally includes earnings from rental activity or any trade, business, or investment in which the individual does not materially participate.

AGNC Investment's proactive hedging, stable Agency MBS income and 16.29% dividend yield give it an edge over Starwood Property.