CHICAGO — Chicago Atlantic Real Estate Finance, Inc. (NASDAQ: REFI), a leading commercial mortgage real estate investment trust (REIT), has declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.47 per share for the second quarter of 2025.
The dividend will be paid on July 15, 2025, to shareholders of record as of the close of business on June 30, 2025, continuing the company’s consistent shareholder return strategy.
Details of the Dividend Announcement
The declared dividend equates to an annualized rate of $1.88 per common share, reinforcing the trust’s position as a reliable income source for investors. The announcement was made via an official press release on June 16, 2025.
Chicago Atlantic’s board highlighted the payout as part of its long-term plan to deliver value to shareholders while remaining focused on disciplined growth and sustainable lending practices.
About Chicago Atlantic Real Estate Finance
Chicago Atlantic Real Estate Finance specializes in originating senior secured loans, primarily to state-licensed cannabis operators across the United States, especially in limited-license states. The firm’s market-leading expertise in real estate, credit, and cannabis financing sets it apart within the mortgage REIT sector.
Operating under the broader Chicago Atlantic platform, the firm boasts a footprint with offices in Chicago, Miami, New York, and London, and has closed over $2.7 billion in credit and equity investments to date.
Continued Investor Confidence
This quarterly dividend reinforces investor confidence at a time when many REITs are adjusting distributions. By maintaining strong dividend payouts, Chicago Atlantic signals stability and long-term optimism about its lending portfolio and the performance of the cannabis-linked real estate sector.
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