Michael Bradley Smith, a director at TPG RE Finance Trust, Inc. (NASDAQ: TRTX), has added to his holdings in the commercial mortgage real estate investment trust, acquiring shares of the company's common stock with a total value of $64,600. The purchases were made over two consecutive trading days, November 11 and November 12, 2026, at prices ranging from $6.45 to $6.47 per share.
The insider buying arrives as TPG RE Finance Trust's stock changes hands near $6.47, a level that reflects a decline of roughly 18% year-to-date. Despite that price weakness, the company offers a dividend yield of nearly 15%, a payout profile that may be relevant to income-focused holders of the shares.
Transaction Details
On November 11, Mr. Smith acquired 5,000 shares at a price of $6.47 each. The following day, November 12, he purchased an additional 5,000 shares at $6.45 per share. In total, the two-day buying amounted to 10,000 shares for $64,600.
Following these transactions, Mr. Smith beneficially owns 115,223 shares of TPG RE Finance Trust common stock.
The filing notes that Matthew Coleman signed the report on behalf of Mr. Smith pursuant to a power of attorney.
Dividend History
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Third-Quarter Earnings
In other recent news, TPG Real Estate Finance Trust reported its third-quarter earnings, which fell short of Wall Street expectations. The company announced distributable earnings of $0.07 per diluted share, significantly missing the analysts' estimate of $0.26 per share.
Despite this earnings miss, TPG Real Estate Finance Trust's revenue was approximately $37 million, aligning with forecasts. The firm noted improvements in net interest income, credit performance, and portfolio size during the quarter. These developments indicate a focus on strengthening its earnings base and capital strategy.
There were no significant mergers or acquisitions announced in this period. Analysts have not provided any recent upgrades or downgrades for the company's stock. Overall, these recent developments highlight the company's ongoing efforts to enhance its financial performance.