Invesco Mortgage Capital (NYSE: IVR) names Sallie Mae CFO Peter Graham director
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Invesco Mortgage Capital Inc. appointed Peter Graham, Co-President and Chief Financial Officer of Sallie Mae, to its Board of Directors effective August 3, 2026. He will also serve on the Board’s Audit, Compensation, and Nomination and Corporate Governance committees.
Graham, age 60, brings more than 30 years of financial services and corporate finance experience from roles at Sallie Mae, PRA Group, General Electric and KPMG. He will receive the same compensation as other non-employee directors, and the company states there are no related-party transactions with him reportable under Regulation S-K Item 404(a).
The company, a real estate investment trust focused on mortgage-backed securities and other mortgage-related assets, announced the appointment in a press release furnished as Exhibit 99.1 under securities law provisions that treat it as furnished rather than filed.
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8-K Event Classification
3 items: 5.02, 7.01, 9.01
3 items
Item 5.02
Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers
Governance
Key personnel changes including departures, elections, or appointments of directors and executive officers.
Item 7.01
Regulation FD Disclosure
Disclosure
Material non-public information disclosed under Regulation Fair Disclosure, often investor presentations or guidance.
Item 9.01
Financial Statements and Exhibits
Exhibits
Financial statements, pro forma financial information, and exhibit attachments filed with this report.
Key Figures
Effective appointment date: August 3, 2026
Peter Graham age: 60 years
Industry experience: more than 30 years
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Effective appointment date
August 3, 2026
Date Peter Graham joined the Board of Directors
Peter Graham age
60 years
Age of the newly appointed director
Industry experience
more than 30 years
Peter Graham’s experience in financial services and corporate finance
Board committees joined
3 committees
Audit, Compensation, Nomination and Corporate Governance committees
Key Terms
real estate investment trust, mortgage-backed securities, Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Stock, externally managed, +1 more
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real estate investment trust financial
"The Company is a real estate investment trust that primarily focuses on investing"
A real estate investment trust (REIT) is a company that owns and manages income-producing properties—like apartment buildings, shopping centers, offices, or warehouses—and is required to pass most of its rental income to shareholders as dividends. Think of it as a shared property owner: instead of buying a whole building, investors buy a slice of a portfolio that pays regular income and can offer exposure to property values and rental markets without direct management. REITs matter to investors for predictable income, diversification, and liquidity compared with owning physical real estate.
mortgage-backed securities financial
"primarily focuses on investing in, financing and managing mortgage-backed securities"
A mortgage-backed security is an investment made by pooling many home loans and selling the right to the borrowers’ monthly payments to investors, so you receive a stream of principal and interest much like collecting payments on a bundle of IOUs. It matters to investors because it provides regular income but carries risks from homeowners missing payments or paying off loans early, and its value moves with interest rates and housing market conditions.
Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Stock financial
"7.50% Fixed-to-Floating Series C Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Stock"
Cumulative redeemable preferred stock is a type of investment that gives shareholders priority over common stockholders to receive dividends and get their money back if the company is sold or closes. If the company misses dividend payments, it must pay them later before any dividends can go to other shareholders. This makes it a more secure and flexible option for investors seeking steady income with some ability to redeem their shares in the future.
externally managed financial
"The Company is externally managed and advised by Invesco Advisers, Inc."
A company described as externally managed hires an outside firm or individual to handle day-to-day operations, investment decisions, or strategic management instead of using in-house executives and staff. This matters to investors because the outside manager’s expertise, fee arrangement, and contractual responsibilities determine who runs the business, how costs are paid, and where potential conflicts of interest or control issues may arise—like hiring a contractor to run a business rather than using employees.
forward-looking statements regulatory
"may include statements and information that constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning"
Forward-looking statements are predictions or plans that companies share about what they expect to happen in the future, like estimating sales or profits. They matter because they help investors understand a company's outlook, but since they are based on guesses and assumptions, they can sometimes be wrong.
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FAQ
What did Invesco Mortgage Capital Inc. (IVR) announce on August 3, 2026?
Invesco Mortgage Capital Inc. announced that Peter Graham, Co-President and CFO of Sallie Mae, joined its Board of Directors effective August 3, 2026. His appointment was also detailed in a press release furnished as Exhibit 99.1.
Who is Peter Graham, newly appointed to Invesco Mortgage Capital (IVR)'s board?
Peter Graham is Co-President and Chief Financial Officer of Sallie Mae with more than 30 years in financial services and corporate finance. His background includes senior roles at PRA Group, General Electric and KPMG.
Which board committees will Peter Graham serve on at Invesco Mortgage Capital (IVR)?
Peter Graham will serve on three key board committees: the Audit Committee, the Compensation Committee, and the Nomination and Corporate Governance Committee, effective concurrently with the start of his board service on August 3, 2026.
How will Peter Graham be compensated as a director of Invesco Mortgage Capital (IVR)?
Peter Graham will receive the same compensation as other non-employee members of the Board of Directors. The company does not describe unique fees or equity awards for him beyond the standard non-employee director compensation program.
What is the business focus of Invesco Mortgage Capital Inc. (IVR)?
Invesco Mortgage Capital Inc. is a real estate investment trust that primarily focuses on investing in, financing and managing mortgage-backed securities and other mortgage-related assets. It is externally managed by Invesco Advisers, Inc., an indirect subsidiary of Invesco Ltd.
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FORM 8-K
CURRENT REPORT
Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934
Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 3, 2026
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| Item 5.02 | Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers. | ||||
Effective August 3, 2026, the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Invesco Mortgage Capital Inc. (the “Company”) appointed Mr. Peter Graham to serve as a director of the Company. The Board also appointed Mr. Graham as a member of each of the Audit, Compensation, and Nomination and Corporate Governance committees, effective concurrently with the commencement of his Board service.
Mr. Graham, age 60, is Co-President and Chief Financial Officer for Sallie Mae (formally, SLM Corporation). In this capacity, Mr. Graham is responsible for finance, treasury and capital markets activities at Sallie Mae, as well as equity and fixed-income investor relations. Mr. Graham has more than 30 years of experience in financial services and corporate finance, previously serving as Chief Financial Officer for PRA Group. Prior to this, Mr. Graham was with General Electric for more than a decade, where he held various executive finance roles of increasing responsibility including Chief Financial Officer for GE Commercial Distribution Finance and GE Capital Markets. Prior to his time at GE, Mr. Graham led audit and advisory teams at KPMG LLP serving financial services clients in insurance, banking, and asset management. Mr. Graham will receive the same compensation from the Company as the other non-employee members of the Board. There are no related party transactions between the Company and Mr. Graham reportable under Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K.
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On August 3, 2026, the Company issued a press release announcing the appointment of Mr. Graham to the Board, which is furnished as Exhibit 99.1.
The information furnished under this Item 7.01, including Exhibit 99.1, shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.
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| 99.1 | Press Release, dated August 3, 2026, issued by Invesco Mortgage Capital Inc. | |||||||
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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.
Invesco Mortgage Capital Inc.
By: /s/ Will McAllister
Will McAllister
General Counsel and Secretary
Date: August 3, 2026
Exhibit 99.1
 | Press Release For immediate release Greg Seals, Investor Relations 404-439-3323 | ||||
Peter Graham to join Invesco Mortgage Capital Inc. Board of Directors
Atlanta, August 3, 2026 – Invesco Mortgage Capital Inc. (the “Company”) (NYSE: IVR) announced today that Peter Graham has joined its Board of Directors (the “Board”), effective August 3, 2026. Mr. Graham is Co-President and Chief Financial Officer of Sallie Mae (formally, SLM Corporation). In this capacity, Mr. Graham is responsible for finance, treasury and capital markets activities at Sallie Mae, as well as equity and fixed-income investor relations. Mr. Graham has more than 30 years of experience in financial services and corporate finance positions, previously serving as Chief Financial Officer for PRA Group. Prior to this, he spent more than a decade at General Electric in various executive finance roles of increasing responsibility. Mr. Graham will also join the Board’s Audit, Compensation, and Nomination and Corporate Governance committees.
“We are thrilled to have Pete join our Board,” said Don Liu, Chair of the Company’s Board of Directors. “His extensive expertise in financial services and corporate finance will provide an immediate and positive contribution to the Board. Additionally, Pete’s corporate leadership experience and strategic acumen will offer insight and perspective that is deeply valued by the Board and the Company.”
About Invesco Mortgage Capital Inc.
The Company is a real estate investment trust that primarily focuses on investing in, financing and managing mortgage-backed securities and other mortgage-related assets. The Company is externally managed and advised by Invesco Advisers, Inc., a registered investment adviser and an indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of Invesco Ltd., an independent global investment management firm.
Cautionary Notice Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
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