The views expressed in this interview are those of David L. Finkelstein, the Chief Executive Officer and Co-Chief Investment Officer of Annaly Capital Management, Inc. ("Annaly") as of the date of recording. They are provided for informational purposes only and should not be construed as investment, legal, or other professional advice. Certain statements may be forward-looking within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements are based on current expectations and assumptions that are subject to risks and uncertainties, which may cause actual results to differ materially. Factors that could cause such differences are described in Annaly’s filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, including its most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q. Annaly undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise. Listeners are encouraged to review Annaly's SEC filings and other public disclosures for a more complete discussion of risks and uncertainties.