Ivan Kaufman’s purchase of 60,000 shares may indicate confidence in [NYSE:ABR]’s future prospects.
The company’s decision to reduce its dividend by 30% reflects its current financial struggles.
ABR’s Series E Preferred shares offer a high yield on cost of 9.46%, potentially attracting income-focused investors.

Arbor Realty Trust, listed on the NYSE under the symbol ABR, is a mortgage real estate investment trust (mREIT) that specializes in investing in a diversified portfolio of structured finance assets in the multifamily and commercial real estate markets. The company is led by Ivan Kaufman, who holds multiple key positions including director, Chairman of the Board, CEO, and President.

On May 22, 2025, Kaufman made a significant move by purchasing 60,000 shares of ABR’s common stock at $8.70 per share. This acquisition increased his total holdings to 1,989,816 shares. Despite the company’s recent challenges, Kaufman’s purchase may signal confidence in ABR’s future prospects.

Recently, ABR reduced its dividend to common shareholders by 30% due to a decline in net interest income and earnings per share (EPS). This decision reflects the company’s current financial struggles, including an increase in delinquencies. ABR is actively working to reclaim non-performing assets as real estate owned (REO), which has surged by 71% sequentially.

The stock is currently priced at $8.92, showing a decrease of 1.76% with a change of $0.16. Today, it fluctuated between $8.43 and $9.06. Over the past year, ABR’s stock has seen a high of $15.94 and a low of $8.43. The company’s market capitalization stands at approximately $1.71 billion, with a trading volume of 10.63 million shares.

In addition to common stock, ABR’s Series E Preferred shares are trading at 66 cents on the dollar, offering a yield on cost of 9.46%. This high yield may attract investors looking for income, despite the company’s current financial challenges.