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Ellington Financial's strategic pivot toward long-term financing has catalyzed significant portfolio expansion in Q3 2023. The company allocated "a chunk of the proceeds to grow the investment portfolio by more than 5% in October alone" while simultaneously reducing repo liabilities as planned . This capital reallocation reflects a broader operational shift to "more subtle benefits from our notes issuance over time" despite near-term asset coverage dilution . The credit portfolio's structural transformation is evident in its $3.56 billion adjusted long credit portfolio, which grew 11% quarter-over-quarter . This expansion was concentrated in the Longbridge portfolio, which surged 37% to $750 million, while the Agency RMBS segment contracted 18% to $221 million . The firm's liquidity position remains robust, with combined cash and unencumbered assets totaling "about $1.2 billion, or about 2/3 of our total equity" . Debt structure optimization is central to Ellington's strategy. The net interest margin on the credit portfolio increased 54 basis points, and the recourse debt-to-equity ratio rose slightly to 1.8:1 from 1.7:1 as of June 30 . These metrics align with the firm's focus on "continued earnings strength and dividend coverage in the quarters ahead" . The evolving mortgage rate environment is reshaping platform valuations. According to CFO Herlihy, valuation dynamics depend on "trailing earnings, forward earnings, and then multiples relative to the market" . This framework explains the 9.2% annualized economic return reported for Q3, as strong earnings performance directly enhances book value and liquidity. Capital sourcing strategies have expanded to include residential mortgage loan acquisitions from smaller banks. COO Tecotzky noted that "lower yields, a steeper yield curve, tighter credit spreads" are driving banks to divest "noncore assets" . These acquisitions are facilitated through "adjustable-rate mortgages" which are seeing increased demand . Credit risk management remains a focal point amid macroeconomic uncertainties. CEO Penn emphasized the firm's concentration in "higher-end borrowers" with "very strong" credit performance . However, he acknowledged potential vulnerabilities in "lower income brackets" due to "layoffs and consumer weakness" . Capital deployment discipline is maintained through a "substantial 37% to $750 million" growth in the Longbridge portfolio . This contrasts with the Agency RMBS contraction, illustrating strategic asset reallocation priorities. The firm's book value per share of $13.40 and 9.2% annualized economic return highlight the effectiveness of this approach .