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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON,

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 10-Q X QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES - ----- EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE QUARTERLY PERIOD ENDED: SEPTEMBER 30, 2003 OR TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES - ----- EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM ____________ TO ______________ COMMISSION FILE NUMBER:

þQUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the quarterly period ended: March 31, 2004
OR
oTRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the transition period from _______________ to ______________

Commission File Number: 1-8996

CAPSTEAD MORTGAGE CORPORATION (Exact

(Exact name of Registrant as specified in its Charter) MARYLAND 75-2027937 (State or other jurisdiction of (I.R.S. Employer incorporation or organization) Identification No.) 8401 NORTH CENTRAL EXPRESSWAY, SUITE 800, DALLAS, TX 75225 (Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code) Registrant's
Maryland
(State or other jurisdiction of
incorporation or organization)
75-2027937
(I.R.S. Employer
Identification No.)
8401 North Central Expressway, Suite 800, Dallas, TX
(Address of principal executive offices)
75225
(Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code:(214) 874-2323

Indicate by check mark whether the Registrant (1) has filed all documents and reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the Registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days. YES Xþ     NO ----- ----- o

Indicate by check mark whether the Registrant is an accelerated filer (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act). YES Xþ     NO ----- ------ o

APPLICABLE ONLY TO CORPORATE ISSUERS:

Indicate the number of shares outstanding of each of the issuer'sissuer’s classes of common stock, as of the last practicable date. Common Stock ($0.01 par value) 14,016,803 as of November 5, 2003 ================================================================================

Common Stock ($0.01 par value)14,854,952 as of April 30, 2004




CAPSTEAD MORTGAGE CORPORATION
FORM 10-Q
FOR THE QUARTER ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2003 MARCH 31, 2004

INDEX PART I. -- FINANCIAL INFORMATION

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PART I. — FINANCIAL INFORMATION

ITEM 1. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS PART I. -- FINANCIAL INFORMATION

CAPSTEAD MORTGAGE CORPORATION
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (IN THOUSANDS, EXCEPT PER SHARE AMOUNTS)
SEPTEMBER 30, 2003 DECEMBER 31, 2002 ------------------ ----------------- (UNAUDITED) ASSETS Mortgage securities and similar investments ($2.0 billion pledged under repurchase arrangements) $ 2,120,974 $ 2,431,519 CMO collateral and investments 240,528 1,083,421 -------------- -------------- 2,361,502 3,514,940 Real estate held for lease, net of accumulated depreciation 134,341 137,122 Receivables and other assets 58,474 55,863 Cash and cash equivalents 98,025 59,003 -------------- -------------- $ 2,652,342 $ 3,766,928 ============== ============== LIABILITIES Repurchase arrangements and similar borrowings $ 1,994,389 $ 2,145,656 Collateralized mortgage obligations ("CMOs") 239,565 1,074,779 Borrowings secured by real estate 120,253 120,400 Incentive fee payable to former affiliate -- 4,982 Common stock dividend payable 10,513 116,585 Accounts payable and accrued expenses 5,281 5,948 -------------- -------------- 2,370,001 3,468,350 -------------- -------------- STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY Preferred stock - $0.10 par value; 100,000 shares authorized: $1.60 Cumulative Preferred Stock, Series A, 211 and 219 shares issued and outstanding at September 30, 2003 and December 31, 2002, respectively ($3,468 aggregate liquidation preference) 2,956 3,058 $1.26 Cumulative Convertible Preferred Stock, Series B, 15,819 and 15,820 shares issued and outstanding at September 30, 2003 and December 31, 2002, respectively ($180,025 aggregate liquidation preference) 176,707 176,708 Common stock - $0.01 par value; 100,000 shares authorized; 14,017 and 13,962 shares issued and outstanding at September 30, 2003 and December 31, 2002, respectively 140 140 Paid-in capital 456,981 458,919 Accumulated deficit (387,718) (387,718) Accumulated other comprehensive income 33,275 47,471 -------------- -------------- 282,341 298,578 -------------- -------------- $ 2,652,342 $ 3,766,928 ============== ==============

(In thousands, except per share amounts)

         
  March 31, 2004
 December 31, 2003
  (unaudited)
 (NOTE 2)
Assets
        
Mortgage securities and similar investments ($2.2 billion pledged under repurchase arrangements in 2004) $2,415,164  $2,195,117 
CMO collateral and investments  129,302   167,571 
   
 
   
 
 
   2,544,466   2,362,688 
Real estate held for lease, net of accumulated depreciation  132,487   133,414 
Receivables and other assets  41,814   41,880 
Cash and cash equivalents  2,896   16,340 
   
 
   
 
 
  $2,721,663  $2,554,322 
   
 
   
 
 
Liabilities
        
Repurchase arrangements and similar borrowings $2,168,419  $1,975,178 
Collateralized mortgage obligations (“CMOs”)  128,629   166,807 
Borrowings secured by real estate  120,154   120,206 
Common stock dividend payable  7,807   8,829 
Accounts payable and accrued expenses  3,736   6,264 
   
 
   
 
 
   2,428,745   2,277,284 
   
 
   
 
 
Stockholders’ equity
        
Preferred stock — $0.10 par value; 100,000 shares authorized:        
$1.60 Cumulative Preferred Stock, Series A, 209 and 211 shares issued and outstanding at March 31, 2004 and December 31, 2003, respectively ($3,435 aggregate liquidation preference)  2,928   2,956 
$1.26 Cumulative Convertible Preferred Stock, Series B, 15,819 shares issued and outstanding at March 31, 2004 and December 31, 2003 ($180,025 aggregate liquidation preference)  176,707   176,707 
Common stock — $0.01 par value; 100,000 shares authorized;        
14,837 and 14,015 shares issued and outstanding at March 31, 2004 and December 31, 2003, respectively  148   140 
Paid-in capital  469,605   456,198 
Accumulated deficit  (387,718)  (387,718)
Accumulated other comprehensive income  31,248   28,755 
   
 
   
 
 
   292,918   277,038 
   
 
   
 
 
  $2,721,663  $2,554,322 
   
 
   
 
 

See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.

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CAPSTEAD MORTGAGE CORPORATION
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS (IN THOUSANDS, EXCEPT PER SHARE AMOUNTS) (UNAUDITED)
QUARTER ENDED NINE MONTHS ENDED SEPTEMBER 30 SEPTEMBER 30 ---------------------------- ---------------------------- 2003 2002 2003 2002 ------------ ------------ ------------ ------------ INTEREST INCOME: Mortgage securities and similar investments $ 19,599 $ 34,866 $ 66,384 $ 120,701 CMO collateral and investments 5,971 26,316 31,061 94,446 ------------ ------------ ------------ ------------ Total interest income 25,570 61,182 97,445 215,147 ------------ ------------ ------------ ------------ INTEREST AND RELATED EXPENSE: Repurchase arrangements and similar borrowings 5,377 11,886 19,050 38,897 CMO borrowings 5,803 26,594 31,152 95,559 Mortgage insurance and other 93 144 301 468 ------------ ------------ ------------ ------------ Total interest and related expense 11,273 38,624 50,503 134,924 ------------ ------------ ------------ ------------ Net margin on financial assets 14,297 22,558 46,942 80,223 ------------ ------------ ------------ ------------ REAL ESTATE LEASE INCOME 2,468 3,219 7,564 5,406 ------------ ------------ ------------ ------------ REAL ESTATE-RELATED EXPENSE: Interest 1,046 1,918 3,271 3,214 Depreciation 927 962 2,781 1,604 ------------ ------------ ------------ ------------ Total real estate-related expense 1,973 2,880 6,052 4,818 ------------ ------------ ------------ ------------ Net margin on real estate held for lease 495 339 1,512 588 ------------ ------------ ------------ ------------ OTHER REVENUE (EXPENSE): Gain on asset sales and CMO redemptions 1,411 1,901 4,551 1,901 CMO administration and other 459 914 860 2,114 Incentive fee payable to former affiliate -- (1,351) (500) (4,034) Other operating expense (1,883) (1,610) (5,802) (5,080) ------------ ------------ ------------ ------------ Total other revenue (expense) (13) (146) (891) (5,099) ------------ ------------ ------------ ------------ $ 14,779 $ 22,751 $ 47,563 $ 75,712 ============ ============ ============ ============ NET INCOME Net income $ 14,779 $ 22,751 $ 47,563 $ 75,712 Less cash dividends paid on preferred stock (5,068) (5,097) (15,204) (15,296) ------------ ------------ ------------ ------------ Net income available to common stockholders $ 9,711 $ 17,654 $ 32,359 $ 60,416 ============ ============ ============ ============ NET INCOME PER COMMON SHARE: Basic $ 0.69 $ 1.27 $ 2.32 $ 4.36 Diluted 0.63 1.15 2.04 3.82 CASH DIVIDENDS DECLARED PER SHARE: Common $ 0.750 $ 1.320 $ 2.470 $ 4.440 Series A Preferred 0.400 0.400 1.200 1.200 Series B Preferred 0.315 0.315 0.945 0.945

(In thousands, except per share amounts)
(Unaudited)

         
  Quarter Ended March 31
  2004
 2003
Interest income:
        
Mortgage securities and similar investments $19,437  $25,137 
CMO collateral and investments  2,506   14,968 
   
 
   
 
 
Total interest income  21,943   40,105 
   
 
   
 
 
Interest and related expense:
        
Repurchase arrangements and similar borrowings  5,830   7,219 
CMO borrowings  2,293   15,339 
Mortgage insurance and other  47   109 
   
 
   
 
 
Total interest and related expense  8,170   22,667 
   
 
   
 
 
Net margin on financial assets  13,773   17,438 
   
 
   
 
 
Real estate lease income
  2,525   2,521 
   
 
   
 
 
Real estate-related expense:
        
Interest  1,085   1,092 
Depreciation  927   927 
   
 
   
 
 
Total real estate-related expense  2,012   2,019 
   
 
   
 
 
Net margin on real estate held for lease  513   502 
   
 
   
 
 
Other revenue (expense):
        
Gain on asset sales and CMO redemptions     1,748 
CMO administration and other  67   220 
Incentive fee payable to former affiliate     (303)
Other operating expense  (1,999)  (2,062)
   
 
   
 
 
Total other revenue (expense)  (1,932)  (397)
   
 
   
 
 
Net income
 $12,354  $17,543 
   
 
   
 
 
Net income $12,354  $17,543 
Less cash dividends on preferred shares  (5,067)  (5,070)
   
 
   
 
 
Net income available to common stockholders $7,287  $12,473 
   
 
   
 
 
Net income per common share:
        
Basic $0.51  $0.90 
Diluted  0.50   0.75 
Cash dividends declared per share:
        
Common $0.530  $0.940 
Series A Preferred  0.400   0.400 
Series B Preferred  0.315   0.315 

See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.

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CAPSTEAD MORTGAGE CORPORATION
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS (IN THOUSANDS) (UNAUDITED)
NINE MONTHS ENDED SEPTEMBER 30 -------------------------------- 2003 2002 -------------- -------------- OPERATING ACTIVITIES: Net income $ 47,563 $ 75,712 Noncash items: Amortization of discount and premium 9,185 17,699 Depreciation and other amortization 3,740 2,692 Recognition of rent abatement 58 (3,172) Gain on asset sales and CMO redemptions (4,551) (1,901) Net change in prepaids, receivables, other assets, accounts payable and accrued expenses (7,388) (16,310) -------------- -------------- Net cash provided by operating activities 48,607 74,720 -------------- -------------- INVESTING ACTIVITIES: Purchases of mortgage securities and similar investments (235,028) (104,228) Purchase of real estate -- (23,320) Principal collections on mortgage securities and similar investments 645,199 863,506 Proceeds from asset sales 123,543 16,901 CMO collateral: Principal collections 594,113 794,826 Decrease in accrued interest receivable 3,382 4,801 -------------- -------------- Net cash provided by investing activities 1,131,209 1,552,486 -------------- -------------- FINANCING ACTIVITIES: Decrease in repurchase arrangements and similar borrowings (151,267) (830,941) Decrease in borrowings secured by real estate (147) (393) CMO borrowings: Principal payments on securities (829,111) (798,286) Decrease in accrued interest payable (4,487) (4,458) Capital stock transactions 70 190 Dividends paid (155,852) (58,105) -------------- -------------- Net cash used in financing activities (1,140,794) (1,691,993) -------------- -------------- Net change in cash and cash equivalents 39,022 (64,787) Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period 59,003 123,520 -------------- -------------- Cash and cash equivalents at end of period $ 98,025 $ 58,733 ============== ==============

(In thousands)
(Unaudited)

         
  Quarter Ended March 31
  2004
 2003
Operating activities:
        
Net income $12,354  $17,543 
Noncash items:        
Amortization of discount and premium  2,009   5,999 
Depreciation and other amortization  1,117   1,254 
Recognition of rent abatement  43   (27)
Gain on asset sales and CMO redemptions     (1,748)
Change in incentive fee payable to former affiliate     (5,080)
Net change in receivables, other assets, accounts payable and accrued expenses  (1,700)  251 
   
 
   
 
 
Net cash provided by operating activities  13,823   18,192 
   
 
   
 
 
Investing activities:
        
Purchases of mortgage securities and similar investments  (368,700)  (28,540)
Principal collections on mortgage securities and similar investments  148,054   216,479 
Proceeds from asset sales     34,329 
CMO collateral:        
Principal collections  37,757   260,328 
Decrease in accrued interest receivable  233   1,732 
   
 
   
 
 
Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities  (182,656)  484,328 
   
 
   
 
 
Financing activities:
        
Net increase (decrease) in repurchase arrangements and similar borrowings  193,241   (66,530)
Principal payments on borrowings secured by real estate  (52)  (52)
CMO borrowings:        
Principal payments on securities  (37,563)  (297,039)
Decrease in accrued interest payable  (218)  (1,564)
Capital stock transactions  13,877   (2)
Dividends paid  (13,896)  (121,655)
   
 
   
 
 
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities  155,389   (486,842)
   
 
   
 
 
Net change in cash and cash equivalents  (13,444)  15,678 
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period  16,340   59,003 
   
 
   
 
 
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period $2,896  $74,681 
   
 
   
 
 

See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.

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CAPSTEAD MORTGAGE CORPORATION
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS SEPTEMBER 30, 2003 (UNAUDITED)
MARCH 31, 2004
(Unaudited)

NOTE 1 -- BUSINESS

Capstead Mortgage Corporation ("Capstead"(together with its subsidiaries, “Capstead” or the "Company"“Company”) operates as a real estate investment trust ("REIT"(“REIT”) earning income from investing in real estate-related assets on a leveraged basis and from other investment strategies. These investments currently include,primarily consist of, but are not limited to, single-familyfinancial assets, specifically residential adjustable-rate mortgage ("ARM"(“ARM”) securities issued by government-sponsored entities, either Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac or Ginnie Mae ("(“Agency Securities"Securities”). Capstead has also made limited investments in credit-sensitive commercial real estate-related assets, including the direct ownership of real estate. Management believes that such investments, when available at favorable prices and combined with the prudent use of leverage, can produce attractive risk-adjusted returns over the long term with lessrelatively low sensitivity to changes in interest rates.

The earning capacity of Capstead’s financial asset portfolios is influenced by the overall size and composition of the portfolios, the relationship between short- and long-term interest rates due largely(the “yield curve”) and the extent the Company continues to invest its liquidity in these portfolios. Although the Company has had success in recent quarters acquiring ARM securities at relatively attractive prices and runoff caused by mortgage prepayments has moderated considerably during the first quarter of 2004, runoff remains a higher risk of default and reduced liquidity comparedchallenge to fixed-rate and medium-term Agency Securities. Capstead's investment portfolios declinedearnings generated by these portfolios. To the last several years primarily because of high levelsextent the proceeds of mortgage prepayments and a lack of suitable investment opportunities at favorable prices. Consequently, in 2001 and again in January 2003 (with the payment of the fourth quarter 2002 common dividend), Capstead returned a significant portion of its equity capital to its common stockholders. To the extent proceeds of runoff or asset salesother maturities are not reinvested or cannot be reinvested at a rate of return on invested capital at least equal to the rate previouslyreturn earned on that capital, quarterlyprevious investments, earnings and common dividends may continue trending lower. The future size and composition of Capstead's investment portfolios will depend on market conditions, including levels of mortgage prepayments and the availability on a timely basis of suitable investments at favorable prices. decline.

NOTE 2 -- BASIS OF PRESENTATION INTERIM FINANCIAL REPORTING

Interim Financial Reporting

The accompanying unaudited consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States ("GAAP"(“GAAP”) for interim financial information and with the instructions to Form 10-Q and Rule 10-01 of Regulation S-X. Accordingly, they do not include all of the information and footnotes required by GAAP for complete financial statements. In the opinion of management, all adjustments (consisting of normal recurring accruals) considered necessary for a fair presentation have been included. Operating results for the quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2003March 31, 2004 are not necessarily indicative of the results that may be expected for the calendar year ending December 31, 2003.2004. For further information refer to the consolidated financial statements and footnotes thereto includedincorporated by reference in the Company'sCompany’s annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2002. STOCK-BASED COMPENSATION2003.

Stock-Based Compensation

The Company accounts for stock-based awards for employees and directors under the recognition and measurement principles of the Accounting Principles Board Opinion No. 25, “Accounting for Stock Issued to Employees,” and related Interpretations (“APB25”). Under APB25 compensation cost for stock-based awards for employees and directors is measured as the excess, if any, of the quoted market price of the Company'sCompany’s stock at the date of the grant over the amount to be paid to acquire the stock and is recognized inOther operating expenseas the awards vest and restrictions lapse (the "APB25 intrinsic value method"). Ifon a straight-line basis. The increase in total stock-based compensation expense if determined under the alternative fair valuevalue-based methodology included inprescribed under Statement of Financial Accounting Standards No. 123 "Accounting“Accounting for

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Stock-based Compensation" were followed, reported net incomeCompensation” (“SFAS 123”) would have been lower by less than $25,000 per quarter, representing a zero to one cent impact$15,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2004 and 2003, respectively, which would have had no effect on reported net income per common share for the periods presented. -6- RECLASSIFICATIONS Certain prior period amounts have been reclassified to conform to the current period presentation.

NOTE 3 -- NET INCOME PER COMMON SHARE

Basic net income per common share is computed by dividing net income, after deducting preferred share dividends, by the weighted average number of common shares outstanding. Diluted net income per common share is computed by dividing net income, after deducting preferred share dividends for antidilutive convertible preferred shares, if any, by the weighted average number of common shares and common share equivalents outstanding, giving effect to dilutive stock options and dilutive convertible preferred shares. For dilutive net income per share purposes, the Series A and B preferred shares are considered dilutive whenever annualized basic net income per share exceeds each Series' annualized dividend divided by the conversion rate applicable for that period. The components of the computation of basic and diluted net income per share were as follows (in thousands, except per share data):
QUARTER ENDED NINE MONTHS ENDED SEPTEMBER 30 SEPTEMBER 30 -------------------------- -------------------------- 2003 2002 2003 2002 ----------- ----------- ----------- ----------- NUMERATOR FOR BASIC NET INCOME PER COMMON SHARE: Net income $ 14,779 $ 22,751 $ 47,563 $ 75,712 Less all preferred share dividends (5,068) (5,097) (15,204) (15,296) ----------- ----------- ----------- ----------- Net income available to common stockholders $ 9,711 $ 17,654 $ 32,359 $ 60,416 =========== =========== =========== =========== WEIGHTED AVERAGE COMMON SHARES OUTSTANDING 13,995 13,871 13,969 13,850 BASIC NET INCOME PER COMMON SHARE $ 0.69 $ 1.27 $ 2.32 $ 4.36 NUMERATOR FOR DILUTED NET INCOME PER COMMON SHARE: Net income $ 14,779 $ 22,751 $ 47,563 $ 75,712 =========== =========== =========== =========== DENOMINATOR FOR DILUTED NET INCOME PER COMMON SHARE: Weighted average common shares outstanding 13,995 13,871 13,969 13,850 Net effect of dilutive stock options 38 50 35 59 Net effect of dilutive preferred shares * 9,302 5,898 9,263 5,901 ----------- ----------- ----------- ----------- 23,335 19,819 23,267 19,810 =========== =========== =========== =========== DILUTED NET INCOME PER COMMON SHARE $ 0.63 $ 1.15 $ 2.04 $ 3.82
* The increase in net effect of dilutive preferred shares reflects, on a weighted average basis, changes in preferred share conversion rates resulting from the payment of common dividends in excess of net income available to common stockholders. Current conversion rates are 1.4818 common shares for each Preferred A share and 0.5708 common shares for each Preferred B share converted. It remains uneconomical to convert the Series B preferred shares at current market prices of the common and Series B preferred shares.

         
  Quarter Ended March 31
  2004
 2003
Numerator for basic net income per common share:
        
Net income $12,354  $17,543 
Less all preferred share dividends  (5,067)  (5,070)
   
 
   
 
 
Net income available to common stockholders $7,287  $12,473 
   
 
   
 
 
Weighted average common shares outstanding
  14,267   13,935 
   
 
   
 
 
Basic net income per common share
 $0.51  $0.90 
   
 
   
 
 
Numerator for diluted net income per common share:
        
Net income $12,354  $17,543 
Less dividends on Series B preferred shares  (4,983)   
   
 
   
 
 
  $7,371  $17,543 
   
 
   
 
 
Denominator for diluted net income per common share:
        
Weighted average common shares outstanding  14,267   13,935 
Net effect of dilutive stock options  39   90 
Net effect of dilutive preferred shares:        
Series A  314   317 
Series B     8,910 
   
 
   
 
 
   14,620   23,252 
   
 
   
 
 
Diluted net income per common share
 $0.50  $0.75 
   
 
   
 
 

NOTE 4 -- MORTGAGE SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS

The Company classifies its mortgage securities and similar investments by collateral type and interest rate characteristics. Agency Securities are AAA-rated and are considered to have limited credit risk. Non-agency securities consist of private mortgage pass-through securities originally formed prior to 1995 when the Company operated a mortgage conduit. These securities are backed primarily by single-family residential mortgage loans whereby the related credit risk of the underlying loans is either borne by AAA-rated private mortgage insurers or by the Company ("(“Non-agency Securities"Securities”). Included inReceivables and other assetsas restricted cash at March 31, 2004 are $6.0 million in related special hazard (e.g. earthquake or mudslide-related losses) and bankruptcy reserve funds. Commercial mortgage securitizations generally have senior, mezzanine and subordinate classes of bonds with the lower bond classes providing credit enhancement to the more senior classes. Commercial mortgage-backed securities ("CMBS"(“CMBS”) held by the Company as of September 30, 2003March 31, 2004 are mezzanine classes and therefore carry credit risk associated with the underlying pools of commercial mortgage loans that is mitigated by -7- subordinate bonds held by other investors. Commercial loans held by the Company as of September 30, 2003 consist of a loan to a joint venture that holds commercial real estate. The maturity of mortgage securities is directly affected by the rate of principal prepayments on the underlying loans.

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Fixed-rate investments have fixed rates of interest and initial expected weighted average lives of greater than five years. Adjustable-rate investments have interest rates that adjust at least annually to more current interest rates. For instance, mortgage loans underlying ARM securities either (i) adjust annually based on a specified margin over the one-year Constant Maturity U.S. Treasury Note Rate ("(“One-year CMT"CMT”), (ii) adjust semiannually based on a specified margin over the six-month London Interbank Offered Rate ("LIBOR"(“LIBOR”), or (iii) adjust monthly based on a specific margin over an index such as LIBOR or the Cost of Funds Index as published by the Eleventh District Federal Reserve Bank ("COFI"(“COFI”). In addition, the terms of most ARM loans limit, subject to periodic and lifetime limits on the amount of such adjustments during any single interest rate adjustment period and over the life of the loan. CMBS and commercial loans held as of September 30, 2003March 31, 2004 adjust monthly based on a specified margin over 30-day LIBOR. Mortgage securities and similar investments and the related average effective interest rates were as follows (dollars in thousands):

                         
                  Average  
  Principal Premiums     Carrying Coupon Average
  Balance
 (Discounts)
 Basis
 Amount (a)
 Rate (b)
 Yield (b)
March 31, 2004
                        
Agency Securities:                        
Fannie Mae/Freddie Mac:                        
Fixed-rate $54,932  $151  $55,083  $55,157   6.65%  9.79%
LIBOR/CMT ARMs  1,192,839   20,054   1,212,893   1,231,416   3.57   3.16 
COFI ARMs  84,744   (2,451)  82,293   85,742   3.48   4.36 
Ginnie Mae ARMs  830,939   8,775   839,714   847,428   4.17   3.43 
   
 
   
 
   
 
   
 
         
   2,163,454   26,529   2,189,983   2,219,743   3.88   3.33 
   
 
   
 
   
 
   
 
         
Non-agency Securities:                        
Fixed-rate  48,638   69   48,707   48,791   6.77   6.15 
LIBOR/CMT ARMs  71,464   1,057   72,521   73,411   4.01   3.07 
   
 
   
 
   
 
   
 
         
   120,102   1,126   121,228   122,202   5.13   4.88 
CMBS(c)
  73,219   (3)  73,216   73,219   2.14   2.19 
   
 
   
 
   
 
   
 
         
  $2,356,775  $27,652  $2,384,427  $2,415,164   3.89   3.42 
   
 
   
 
   
 
   
 
         
December 31, 2003
                        
Agency Securities:                        
Fannie Mae/Freddie Mac:                        
Fixed-rate $2,072  $12  $2,084  $2,160   10.00%  9.38%
LIBOR/CMT ARMs  1,050,761   15,626   1,066,387   1,084,492   3.67   3.60 
COFI ARMs  90,669   (2,623)  88,046   91,566   3.57   4.84 
Ginnie Mae ARMs  726,876   7,830   734,706   739,987   4.27   4.10 
   
 
   
 
   
 
   
 
         
   1,870,378   20,845   1,891,223   1,918,205   3.90   3.88 
   
 
   
 
   
 
   
 
         
Non-agency Securities:                        
Fixed-rate  118,638   174   118,812   118,812   6.66   6.25 
LIBOR/CMT ARMs  81,425   1,293   82,718   83,724   4.42   3.64 
   
 
   
 
   
 
   
 
         
   200,063   1,467   201,530   202,536   5.75   4.63 
CMBS(c)
  74,376   (9)  74,367   74,376   2.21   2.83 
Commercial loans                 8.40 
   
 
   
 
   
 
   
 
         
  $2,144,817  $22,303  $2,167,120  $2,195,117   4.02   3.97 
   
 
   
 
   
 
   
 
         

AVERAGE PRINCIPAL PREMIUMS CARRYING COUPON AVERAGE BALANCE (DISCOUNTS) BASIS AMOUNT
(a) RATE Includes unrealized gains and losses for securities classified as available-for-sale, if applicable (see NOTE 10).
(b) YIELD (b) ----------- ----------- ----------- ------------ ---------- ----------- SEPTEMBER 30, 2003 Agency Securities: Fannie Mae/Freddie Mac: Fixed-rate $ 2,350 $ 14 $ 2,364 $ 2,459 10.00% 9.41% LIBOR/CMT ARMs 937,543 13,416 950,959 970,609 3.92 3.43 COFI ARMs 99,528 (2,878) 96,650 100,576 3.71 4.83 Ginnie Mae ARMs 706,595 7,639 714,234 721,676 4.58 3.85 ----------- ----------- ----------- ----------- 1,746,016 18,191 1,764,207 1,795,320 4.18 3.69 Non-agency Securities: Fixed-rate 122,394 429 122,823 122,908 6.64 6.47 LIBOR/CMT ARMs 92,028 1,538 93,566 94,669 4.76 3.00 ----------- ----------- ----------- ----------- 214,422 1,967 216,389 217,577 5.82 4.68 CMBS (c) 72,587 (20) 72,567 72,587 2.17 2.21 Commercial loans (c) 35,469 21 35,490 35,490 8.50 8.45 ----------- ----------- ----------- ----------- $ 2,068,494 $ 20,159 $ 2,088,653 $ 2,120,974 4.35 3.82 =========== =========== =========== =========== DECEMBER 31, 2002 Agency Securities: Fannie Mae/Freddie Mac: Fixed-rate $ 3,628 $ 21 $ 3,649 $ 3,788 10.00% 9.48% LIBOR/CMT ARMs 1,120,142 16,376 1,136,518 1,162,197 4.99 5.04 COFI ARMs 126,356 (3,655) 122,701 128,475 4.20 5.30 Ginnie Mae ARMs 881,911 9,767 891,678 904,470 5.36 5.25 ----------- ----------- ----------- ----------- 2,132,037 22,509 2,154,546 2,198,930 5.10 5.16Average Coupon Rate is presented net of servicing and other fees as of the indicated balance sheet date. Average Effective Rate is presented for the quarter then ended, calculated including the amortization of premiums and discounts, mortgage insurance costs on Non-agency Securities and excluding unrealized gains and losses.
(c) 83,073 713 83,786 85,290 5.12 5.62 CMBS (c) 107,989 (309) 107,680 107,762 3.04 3.96 Commercial loans (c) 39,505 32 39,537 39,537 8.50 9.03 ----------- ----------- ----------- ----------- $ 2,362,604 $ 22,945 $ 2,385,549 $ 2,431,519 5.07 5.17 =========== =========== =========== =========== As of the indicated dates, these portfolios consisted nearly exclusively of adjustable-rate investments.
(a) Includes mark-to-market for securities classified as available-for-sale, if applicable (see NOTE 10). (b) Average Coupon Rate is presented as of the indicated balance sheet date. Average Yield is presented for the quarter then ended, calculated including amortization of premiums (discounts), mortgage insurance costs on Non-agency Securities and excluding unrealized gains and losses. (c) As of the indicated dates, these portfolios consisted nearly exclusively of adjustable-rate investments.

-8- In connection with the formation of private mortgage pass-through securities prior to 1995, the Company was required to establish reserve funds available to pay special hazard (e.g. earthquake or mudslide-related losses) or certain bankruptcy costs. The private mortgage pass-through securities were subsequently held as Non-agency Securities, pledged as CMO collateral or sold to third parties. As of September 30, 2003, included in Receivables and other assets as restricted cash are $4.9 million in special hazard reserve funds and $1.2 million of bankruptcy reserve funds associated with $55 million and $57 million of loans outstanding, respectively.


NOTE 5 -- CMO COLLATERAL AND INVESTMENTS

CMO collateral consists of primarily fixed-rate mortgage securities collateralized by single-family residential mortgage loansNon-Agency Securities and related short-term investments, bothaccrued interest, all pledged to secure CMO borrowings ("(“Pledged CMO Collateral"Collateral”). All principal and interest on pledged mortgage securities is remitted directly to collection accounts maintained by a trustee. The trustee is responsible for reinvesting those funds in short-term investments. All collections on the pledged mortgage securities and the reinvestment income earned thereon areis available for the payment of principal and interest on CMO borrowings. The components of CMO collateral and investments were as follows (in thousands):
SEPTEMBER 30, 2003 DECEMBER 31, 2002 ------------------ ----------------- Pledged CMO Collateral: Pledged mortgage securities $ 237,269 $1,066,734 Accrued interest receivable 1,515 6,325 ---------- ---------- 238,784 1,073,059 Unamortized premium 1,744 8,571 ---------- ---------- 240,528 1,081,630 CMO investments -- 1,791 ---------- ---------- $ 240,528 $1,083,421 ========== ==========

         
  March 31, 2004
 December 31, 2003
Pledged CMO Collateral:        
Pledged mortgage securities $127,066  $164,891 
Accrued interest receivable  851   1,085 
   
 
   
 
 
   127,917   165,976 
Unamortized premium  1,385   1,595 
   
 
   
 
 
  $129,302  $167,571 
   
 
   
 
 

Credit risk associated with Pledged mortgage securities are private mortgage pass-through securities whereby the related credit risk of the underlying loansCMO Collateral is borne by AAA-rated private mortgage insurers or subordinated bonds within the related CMO series to which the collateral is pledged. With recent redemptions of previously-issued CMO series, the Company no longer has credit risk held in the form of subordinate bonds associated with Pledged CMO Collateral. The weighted average yield for Pledged CMO Collateral and investments was 5.99%6.69% during the quarter ended September 30, 2003. March 31, 2004.

NOTE 6 -- REAL ESTATE HELD FOR LEASE

In May 2002 Capstead acquired six "independent"“independent” senior living facilities (wherein the operator of the facility provides most of the tenants little, if any, medical care) (the "Properties"(collectively, the “Properties”). The aggregate purchase price of the Properties was $139.7 million including approximately $3.1 million in closing costs and the assumption by Capstead of $19.7 million of related mortgage debt and $101.1 million of tax-exempt bond debt.

The Properties were acquired pursuant to purchase agreements initially negotiated and executed by an affiliate of Brookdale Living Communities, Inc. (collectively with its subsidiaries, “Brookdale”) and subsequently assigned to Capstead. Concurrent with the acquisition, the Company entered into a long-term "net-lease"“net-lease” arrangement with Brookdale, Living Communities, Inc. (collectively with its subsidiaries, "Brookdale"), under which Brookdale is responsible for the ongoing operation and management of the Properties. Brookdale, an owner, operator, developer and manager of senior living facilities, is a majority-owned affiliate of Fortress Investment Group, LLC which, together with its affiliates, is referred to as Fortress (see NOTE 14)12).

The net-leaselease arrangement with Brookdale consists of a master lease covering all of the Properties and individual property-level leases (referred to collectively as the "Lease"“Lease”). The Lease has an initial term of 20 years and provides for two 10-year renewal periods. Beginning in May 1, 2007, Brookdale will have the option of purchasing all of the Properties from Capstead at the greater of fair value or Capstead'sCapstead’s original cost, after certain adjustments. Under the terms of the Lease,After an initial three-month rent concession period, Brookdale is responsible for paying all expenses associated with the operation of the Properties, including real estate taxes, other governmental charges, insurance, utilities and maintenance, and an amount representing an attractive cash return on -9- Capstead'sCapstead’s equity in the Properties after payment of monthly debt service.service subject to annual increases based upon increases (capped at 3%) in the Consumer Price Index. Because under the terms of the Lease, Brookdale is responsible for changes in related debt service requirements, earnings from the Company'sthis investment in net-leased real estate are generally not affected by changes in interest rates. Included inReceivables and other assetsat September 30,December 31, 2003 are $3.2$3.1 million in unamortized rent abatements and $1.5$1.2 million of other rent receivables due from Brookdale.

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The componentsfollowing table summarizes carrying amounts of real estate held for lease were as followsthe Properties (in thousands):
SEPTEMBER 30, 2003 DECEMBER 31, 2002 ------------------ ----------------- Land $ 16,450 $ 16,450 Buildings 119,550 119,550 Equipment and fixtures 3,600 3,600 --------- --------- 139,600 139,600 Accumulated depreciation (5,259) (2,478) --------- --------- $ 134,341 $ 137,122 ========= =========

         
  March 31, 2004
 December 31, 2003
Land $16,450  $16,450 
Buildings  119,550   119,550 
Equipment and fixtures  3,600   3,600 
   
 
   
 
 
   139,600   139,600 
Accumulated depreciation  (7,113)  (6,186)
   
 
   
 
 
  $132,487  $133,414 
   
 
   
 
 

NOTE 7 -- REPURCHASE ARRANGEMENTS AND SIMILAR BORROWINGS Repurchase arrangements and similar borrowings, classified by type of collateral, maturities and related weighted average interest rates for the dates indicated, were as follows (dollars in thousands):
SEPTEMBER 30, 2003 DECEMBER 31, 2002 ---------------------------- ----------------------------- BORROWINGS AVERAGE BORROWINGS AVERAGE OUTSTANDING RATE OUTSTANDING RATE --------------- --------- ------------- ----------- Repurchase arrangements: Agency Securities (less than 31 days) $1,721,332 1.00% $1,980,050 1.34% Non-agency Securities (less than 31 days) 178,548 1.52 37,677 1.47 CMBS (31 to 90 days) 68,274 1.30 98,184 1.62 ---------- ---------- 1,968,154 1.06 2,115,911 1.36 Commercial bank borrowings 26,235 3.63 29,745 3.91 ---------- ---------- $1,994,389 1.09 $2,145,656 1.39 ========== ==========
Borrowings made

Capstead borrows under uncommitted repurchase arrangements with only well-established investment banking firmsfirms. Repurchase arrangements pursuant to which the Company pledges Agency and Non-agency Securities as collateral generally have maturities of less than 31 days.* Repurchase arrangements with CMBS pledged as collateral generally have longer initial maturities and may feature renewal options. Commercial bank borrowings at September 30, 2003 consist of an adjustable-rate loan that matures in January 2005 secured by a commercial loan investment. The terms and conditions of repurchase arrangements and similar borrowings are negotiated on a transaction-by-transaction basis. The weighted average effective interest rate on repurchaseRepurchase arrangements and similar borrowings was 1.13% duringand related weighted average interest rates, classified by type of collateral and maturities, were as follows for the quarter ended September 30, 2003. dates indicated (dollars in thousands):

                 
  March 31, 2004
 December 31, 2003
  Borrowings Average Borrowings Average
  Outstanding
 Rate
 Outstanding
 Rate
Repurchase arrangements:                
Agency Securities (less than 31 days) $2,003,717   1.06% $1,735,027   1.09%
Non-agency Securities (less than 31 days)  95,834   1.43   170,205   1.57 
CMBS (less than 31 days)  20,300   1.29   20,300   1.36 
CMBS (greater than 90 days)  48,568   1.26   49,646   1.34 
   
 
       
 
     
  $2,168,419   1.09  $1,975,178   1.14 
   
 
       
 
     

*Subsequent to quarter-end, the Company entered into several longer maturity repurchase arrangements totaling $200 million with maturities ranging from one and one-half to two years.

NOTE 8 -- CMO BORROWINGS

Each series of CMOs issued consists of various classes of bonds, most of which have fixed rates of interest. Interest is payable monthly at specified rates for all classes. The components of CMOs along with selected other information were as follows (dollars in thousands):

         
  March 31, 2004
 December 31, 2003
CMOs $126,632  $164,388 
Accrued interest payable  720   938 
   
 
   
 
 
Total obligation  127,352   165,326 
Unamortized premium  1,277   1,481 
   
 
   
 
 
  $128,629  $166,807 
   
 
   
 
 
Range of average interest rates 1.45% to 9.45% 1.50% to 9.42%
Range of stated maturities  2025 to 2030   2025 to 2030 
Number of series  6   6 

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Typically, principal payments on each series are made to each class in the order of their stated maturities so that no payment of principal is made on any class of bonds until all classes having an earlier stated maturity have been paid in full. The maturity of each CMO series is directly affected by the rate of principal prepayments on the related Pledged CMO Collateral. Each series is also subject to redemption provided that certain requirements specified in the related indenture have been met (referred to as "Clean-up Calls"“Clean-up Calls”); therefore, the actual maturity of any series is likely to occur earlier than its stated maturity. The weighted average effective interest rate for all CMOs was 5.62%6.12% during the quarter ended September 30, 2003. -10- The components of CMOs along with selected other information were as follows (dollars in thousands):
SEPTEMBER 30, 2003 DECEMBER 31, 2002 ------------------ ----------------- CMOs $ 236,525 $1,064,295 Accrued interest payable 1,298 5,785 ---------- ---------- Total obligation 237,823 1,070,080 Unamortized premium 1,742 4,699 ---------- ---------- $ 239,565 $1,074,779 ========== ========== Range of average interest rates 1.48% to 9.43% 1.78% to 9.99% Range of stated maturities 2024 to 2030 2008 to 2030 Number of series 7 17
March 31, 2004.

NOTE 9 -- BORROWINGS SECURED BY REAL ESTATE

The components of borrowings secured by real estate and related weighted average interest rates (calculated including bond issue cost amortization) for the dates indicated were as follows (dollars in thousands):
SEPTEMBER 30, 2003 DECEMBER 31, 2002 ------------------------------ ------------------------------- BORROWINGS AVERAGE BORROWINGS AVERAGE OUTSTANDING RATE OUTSTANDING RATE ------------- ---------- -------------- ----------- Mortgage borrowings $ 19,412 7.92% $ 19,559 7.92% Tax-exempt bonds 100,841 2.83 100,841 2.74 -------- -------- $120,253 3.65 $120,400 3.58 ======== ========

                 
  March 31, 2004
 December 31, 2003
  Borrowings Average Borrowings Average
  Outstanding
 Rate
 Outstanding
 Rate
Mortgage borrowings $19,313   7.92% $19,365   7.92%
Tax-exempt bonds  100,841   2.55   100,841   2.54 
   
 
       
 
     
  $120,154   3.41  $120,206   3.40 
   
 
       
 
     

Mortgage borrowings consist of a fixed-rate mortgage secured by one senior living facility that matures in 2009. The tax-exempt bonds are credit-enhanced by Fannie Mae and secured by mortgages on the remaining five senior living facilities. Interest rates on the bonds adjust weekly based on the Bond Market Association Municipal Swap Index ("(“BMA Index"Index”). Interest rate cap agreements with notional amounts aggregating $100.8 million, five-year terms and cap rates equal to a 6% BMA Index are held to provide funds to pay interest on the bonds in excess of a 6% BMA Index, should that occur. The interest rate cap agreements were valued at $403,000$190,000 at September 30, 2003March 31, 2004 and included inReceivables and other assets.Monthly principal and interest rate cap reserve fund payments are made to the trustee for the eventual retirement of the bonds by 2032 and the purchase of new cap agreements in 2007.

In connection with the issuance of thenew tax-exempt bonds in November 2002, Capstead placed into escrow with the trustee reserves for repairs and replacements totaling $2.7$2.9 million. During the nine months ended September 30, 2003, the trustee released $1.5 million of these funds. Another $6.0$6.1 million is held by the trustee in connection with Capstead posting a $6.0 million letter of credit from a rated financial institution to collateralize certain of the bonds. These funds, along with $1.0$1.7 million of principal and interest rate cap reserve funds, are included inReceivables and other assetsas restricted cash. Also included inReceivables and other assetsare $3.3$3.1 million in bond issue costs.

The weighted average effective interest rate for all borrowings secured by real estate (calculated including bond issue cost amortization) was 3.47%3.65% for the quarter ended September 30, 2003. -11- March 31, 2004.

NOTE 10 -- DISCLOSURES REGARDING FAIR VALUES OF DEBT SECURITIES

Estimated fair values of debt securities have beenwere determined using available market information and appropriate valuation methodologies; however, considerable judgment is required in interpreting market data to develop these estimates. In addition, fair values fluctuate on a daily basis. Accordingly, estimates presented herein are not necessarily indicative of the amounts that could be realized in a current market exchange. The use of different market assumptions and/or estimation methodologies may have a material effect on estimated fair values. The fair value of Agency Securities, Non-agency Securities and CMBS

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were estimated using either (i) quoted market prices when available, including quotes made by lenders in connection with designating collateral for repurchase arrangements, or (ii) offer prices for similar assets or market positions. The fair value of Pledged CMO Collateral was based on projected cash flows, after payment on the related CMOs, determined using market discount rates and prepayment assumptions. The maturity of mortgage assets is directly affected by the rate of principal payments on the underlying mortgage loans and, for Pledged CMO Collateral, Clean-up Calls of the remaining CMOs outstanding. Commercial loans and other investmentsInvestments not held in the form of debt or equity securities are excluded from these disclosures.

The following tables summarize fair value disclosures for available-for-sale debt securities (in thousands):
GROSS GROSS COST UNREALIZED UNREALIZED FAIR BASIS GAINS LOSSES VALUE ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- AS OF SEPTEMBER 30, 2003 Agency Securities: Fixed-rate $ 1,023 $ 95 $ -- $ 1,118 ARMs 1,761,843 31,061 43 1,792,861 ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- 1,762,866 31,156 43 1,793,979 Non-agency Securities: Fixed-rate 2,369 85 -- 2,454 ARMs 64,323 1,104 1 65,426 ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- 66,692 1,189 1 67,880 CMBS 72,567 32 12 72,587 CMO collateral and investments 18,006 585 -- 18,591 ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- $1,920,131 $ 32,962 $ 56 $1,953,037 ========== ========== ========== ========== AS OF DECEMBER 31, 2002 Agency Securities: Fixed-rate $ 1,505 $ 139 $ -- $ 1,644 ARMs 2,150,897 44,251 6 2,195,142 ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- 2,152,402 44,390 6 2,196,786 Non-agency Securities: Fixed-rate -- -- -- -- ARMS 83,262 1,504 -- 84,766 ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- 83,262 1,504 -- 84,766 CMBS 107,680 112 30 107,762 CMO collateral and investments 26,943 873 2 27,814 ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- $2,370,287 $ 46,879 $ 38 $2,417,128 ========== ========== ========== ==========

                 
      Gross Gross  
  Cost Unrealized Unrealized Fair
  Basis
 Gains
 Losses
 Value
As of March 31, 2004
                
Agency Securities:                
Fixed-rate $800  $74  $  $874 
ARMs  2,134,900   30,021   335   2,164,586 
   
 
   
 
   
 
   
 
 
   2,135,700   30,095   335   2,165,460 
Non-agency Securities:                
Fixed-rate  1,068   84      1,152 
ARMs  52,488   894   4   53,378 
   
 
   
 
   
 
   
 
 
   53,556   978   4   54,530 
CMBS  73,216   16   13   73,219 
CMO collateral and investments  14,752   431      15,183 
   
 
   
 
   
 
   
 
 
  $2,277,224  $31,520  $352  $2,308,392 
   
 
   
 
   
 
   
 
 
As of December 31, 2003
                
Agency Securities:                
Fixed-rate $827  $76  $  $903 
ARMs  1,889,139   27,159   253   1,916,045 
   
 
   
 
   
 
   
 
 
   1,889,966   27,235   253   1,916,948 
Non-agency Securities  58,613   1,009   3   59,619 
CMBS  74,367   24   15   74,376 
CMO collateral and investments  16,440   499      16,939 
   
 
   
 
   
 
   
 
 
  $2,039,386  $28,767  $271  $2,067,882 
   
 
   
 
   
 
   
 
 

Held-to-maturity debt securities consist of Pledged CMO Collateral and collateral released from the related CMO indentures pursuant to Clean-up Calls and held as Agency Securities and Non-agency Securities. -12- Fair value disclosures for debt securities held-to-maturity were as follows (in thousands):
GROSS GROSS COST UNREALIZED UNREALIZED FAIR BASIS GAINS LOSSES VALUE ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- AS OF SEPTEMBER 30, 2003 Released CMO Collateral: Agency Securities $ 1,341 $ 121 $ -- $ 1,462 Non-agency Securities 149,697 3,749 293 153,153 Pledged CMO Collateral 221,937 293 43 222,187 ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- $ 372,975 $ 4,163 $ 336 $ 376,802 ========== ========== ========== ========== AS OF DECEMBER 31, 2002 Released CMO Collateral: Agency Securities $ 2,144 $ 192 $ -- $ 2,336 Non-agency Securities 524 52 -- 576 Pledged CMO Collateral 1,055,607 795 4,639 1,051,763 ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- $1,058,275 $ 1,039 $ 4,639 $1,054,675 ========== ========== ========== ==========

                 
      Gross Gross  
  Cost Unrealized Unrealized Fair
  Basis
 Gains
 Losses
 Value
As of March 31, 2004
                
Released CMO Collateral:                
Agency Securities — Fixed-rate $54,283  $2,944  $  $57,227 
Non-agency Securities:                
Fixed-rate  47,639   1,937      49,576 
ARMs  20,033   109   268   19,874 
   
 
   
 
   
 
   
 
 
   121,955   4,990   268   126,677 
Pledged CMO Collateral  114,119   190      114,309 
   
 
   
 
   
 
   
 
 
  $236,074  $5,180  $268  $240,986 
   
 
   
 
   
 
   
 
 

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      Gross Gross  
  Cost Unrealized Unrealized Fair
  Basis
 Gains
 Losses
 Value
As of December 31, 2003
                
Released CMO Collateral:                
Agency Securities — Fixed-rate $1,257  $113  $  $1,370 
Non-agency Securities
Fixed-rate
  118,812   4,310      123,122 
ARMs  24,105   135   365   23,875 
   
 
   
 
   
 
   
 
 
   144,174   4,558   365   148,367 
Pledged CMO Collateral  150,632   224      150,856 
   
 
   
 
   
 
   
 
 
  $294,806  $4,782  $365  $299,223 
   
 
   
 
   
 
   
 
 

Sales of released CMO collateral classified as held-to-maturity occasionally occur provided the collateral has paid down to within 15%10% of its original issuance amounts. Dispositions of debt securities were as follows (in thousands):
QUARTER ENDED NINE MONTHS ENDED SEPTEMBER 30 SEPTEMBER 30 -------------------------- -------------------------- 2003 2002 2003 2002 ---------- ---------- ---------- ----------- Sale of securities held available-for-sale: Amortized cost $ 12,305 $ -- $ 63,053 $ -- Gain 183 -- 2,014 -- Sale of released CMO collateral held-to-maturity: Amortized cost 33,964 -- 56,720 -- Gain 1,037 -- 1,846 --

         
  Quarter Ended March 31
  2004
 2003
Sale of debt securities held available-for-sale:        
Amortized cost $  $28,540 
Gain     1,044 
Sale of released CMO collateral held-to-maturity:        
Amortized cost     4,006 
Gain     98 

NOTE 11 -- COMPREHENSIVE INCOME

Comprehensive income is net income plus other comprehensive income (loss), which, for the periods presented, consists primarily of the change in unrealized gain on debt securities classified as available-for-sale. The following table provides information regarding comprehensive income (in thousands):
QUARTER ENDED NINE MONTHS ENDED SEPTEMBER 30 SEPTEMBER 30 ----------------------- ----------------------- 2003 2002 2003 2002 -------- -------- -------- -------- Net income $ 14,779 $ 22,751 $ 47,563 $ 75,712 -------- -------- -------- -------- Other comprehensive income (loss): Unrealized gain on Derivatives held as cash flow hedges: Change in unrealized gain during period 85 -- (184) (58) Reclassification adjustment for amounts included in net income (40) (52) (77) (177) -------- -------- -------- -------- 45 (52) (261) (235) Unrealized gain on debt securities: Change in unrealized gain during period (9,983) 1,913 (11,921) (2,221) Reclassification adjustment for gain included in net income (183) -- (2,014) -- -------- -------- -------- -------- Other comprehensive income (loss) (10,121) 1,861 (14,196) (2,456) -------- -------- -------- -------- Comprehensive income $ 4,658 $ 24,612 $ 33,367 $ 73,256 ======== ======== ======== ========

         
  Quarter Ended March 31
  2004
 2003
Net income $12,354  $17,543 
   
 
   
 
 
Other comprehensive income (loss):        
Unrealized gain on Derivatives held as cash flow hedges:        
Change in unrealized gain during period  (128)  (45)
Reclassification adjustment for amounts included in net income  (51)  (27)
   
 
   
 
 
   (179)  (72)
Unrealized gain on debt securities:        
Change in unrealized gain during period  2,672   (161)
Reclassification adjustment for gain included in net income     (1,044)
   
 
   
 
 
Other comprehensive income (loss)  2,493   (1,277)
   
 
   
 
 
Comprehensive income $14,847  $16,266 
   
 
   
 
 

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NOTE 12 -- NET INTEREST INCOME ANALYSIS The following tables summarize interest income and interest expense and weighted average interest rates pertaining to the Company's investments in financial assets (excludes investments in real estate and related borrowings) (dollars in thousands):
QUARTER ENDED SEPTEMBER 30 --------------------------------------------------------- 2003 2002 -------------------------- ------------------------ AMOUNT AVERAGE AMOUNT AVERAGE ---------- --------- ---------- --------- Interest income: Mortgage securities and similar investments $ 19,599 3.82% $ 34,866 5.04% CMO collateral and investments 5,971 5.99 26,316 6.73 ---------- ---------- Total interest income 25,570 61,182 ---------- ---------- Interest expense: Repurchase arrangements and similar borrowings 5,377 1.13 11,886 1.84 CMO borrowings 5,803 5.62 26,594 6.84 ---------- ---------- Total interest expense 11,180 38,480 ---------- ---------- $ 14,390 $ 22,702 ========== ========== NINE MONTHS ENDED SEPTEMBER 30 --------------------------------------------------------- 2003 2002 -------------------------- ------------------------ AMOUNT AVERAGE AMOUNT AVERAGE ---------- --------- ---------- --------- Interest income: Mortgage securities and similar investments $ 66,384 4.09% $ 120,701 5.32% CMO collateral and investments 31,061 6.26 94,446 6.98 ---------- ---------- Total interest income 97,445 215,147 ---------- ---------- Interest expense: Repurchase arrangements and similar borrowings 19,050 1.26 38,897 1.84 CMOs borrowings 31,152 6.24 95,559 7.11 ---------- ---------- Total interest expense 50,202 134,456 ---------- ---------- $ 47,243 $ 80,691 ========== ==========
Changes in interest income and interest expense due to changes in interest rates versus changes in volume were as follows (in thousands):
QUARTER ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2003 --------------------------------------------- RATE* VOLUME* TOTAL ----------- ----------- ----------- Interest income: Mortgage securities and similar investments $ (7,442) $ (7,825) $ (15,267) CMO collateral and investments (2,615) (17,730) (20,345) ----------- ----------- ----------- Total interest income (10,057) (25,555) (35,612) ----------- ----------- ----------- Interest expense: Repurchase arrangements and similar borrowings (3,866) (2,643) (6,509) CMO borrowings (4,068) (16,723) (20,791) ----------- ----------- ----------- Total interest expense (7,934) (19,366) (27,300) ----------- ----------- ----------- $ (2,123) $ (6,189) $ (8,312) =========== =========== ===========
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NINE MONTHS ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2003 --------------------------------------------- RATE* VOLUME* TOTAL ----------- ----------- ----------- Interest income: Mortgage securities and similar investments $ (24,509) $ (29,808) $ (54,317) CMO collateral and investments (8,816) (54,569) (63,385) ----------- ----------- ----------- Total interest income (33,325) (84,377) (117,702) ----------- ----------- ----------- Interest expense: Repurchase arrangements and similar borrowings (10,444) (9,403) (19,847) CMO borrowings (10,491) (53,916) (64,407) ----------- ----------- ----------- Total interest expense (20,935) (63,319) (84,254) ----------- ----------- ----------- $ (12,390) $ (21,058) $ (33,448) =========== =========== ===========
* The change in interest due to both volume and rate has been allocated to volume and rate changes in proportion to the relationship of the absolute dollar amounts of the change in each. NOTE 13 -- COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES During 1998, twenty-four purported class action lawsuits were filed against Capstead and certain of its officers alleging, among other things, that the defendants violated federal securities laws by publicly issuing false and misleading statements and omitting disclosure of material adverse information regarding the Company's business. After these actions were consolidated and the court appointed a lead plaintiff group, an amended complaint was filed in October 2000. The amended complaint claims that as a result of alleged improper actions, the market prices of the Company's equity securities were artificially inflated during the period between April 17, 1997 and June 26, 1998 and seeks monetary damages in an undetermined amount. In February 2001, the Company and named officers responded to this amended complaint with motions to dismiss all allegations against the Company and the named officers. By order dated March 31, 2003, the court granted the Company and named officers' motions to dismiss and entered an order dismissing the amended complaint and denying the plaintiffs' request to further amend their complaint. In early November 2003, the plaintiff's opportunity to appeal this dismissal to the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals passed. With the dismissal of this case without appeal, the Company expects to recover from its insurance carrier a $500,000 deductible originally expensed in 1998 and 1999. This recovery will be recorded in Other Revenue when received. NOTE 14 -- TRANSACTIONS WITH FORMER AFFILIATES Fortress Investment Group, LLC (together with its affiliates, "Fortress") was Capstead's largest stockholder, holding approximately 26% of the outstanding common shares as recently as December 31, 2002. Since year-end, Fortress has sold its investment in Capstead.

Pursuant to a management contract entered into in April 2000, Fortress provided the services of Mr. Wesley R. Edensits chairman to serve as Capstead'sCapstead’s chairman and chief executive and of other individuals as necessary to perform support services for Mr. Edens.him. On July 22, 2003, Mr. EdensFortress’ chairman resigned from his positionpositions with Capstead and the management contract with Fortress was terminated. Under the terms of the contract, Fortress was entitled to a $375,000 base annual fee and participated with management and employees in an incentive fee program based on the Company'sCompany’s expected performance against predetermined benchmarks established by members of the Board of Directors independent of Fortress. Included inOther operating expenseis $210,000$93,750 of base fees paid to Fortress for services rendered through July 22,during the three months ended March 31, 2003. In addition, Fortress was awarded $500,000 of incentive fees from amounts accrued through that date under this program. See NOTE 6 for information regarding Fortress'Fortress’ involvement through its affiliate Brookdale in the acquisition and long-term leasing of senior living facilities acquired by Capstead in May 2002. -15-

NOTE 13— NET INTEREST INCOME ANALYSIS

The following tables summarize interest income and interest expense and weighted average interest rates pertaining to the Company’s investments in financial assets (excludes investments in real estate and related borrowings) (dollars in thousands):

                 
  Quarter Ended March 31
  2004
 2003
      Average     Average
  Amount
 Rate
 Amount
 Rate
Interest income:                
Mortgage securities and similar investments $19,437   3.42% $25,137   4.35%
CMO collateral and investments  2,506   6.69   14,968   6.46 
   
 
       
 
     
Total interest income  21,943       40,105     
   
 
       
 
     
Interest expense:                
Repurchase arrangements and similar borrowings  5,830   1.11%  7,219   1.34 
CMOs  2,293   6.12   15,339   6.63 
   
 
       
 
     
Total interest expense  8,123       22,558     
   
 
       
 
     
  $13,820      $17,547     
   
 
       
 
     

Changes in interest income and interest expense due to changes in interest rates versus changes in volume were as follows (in thousands):

             
  Quarter Ended March 31, 2004
  Rate*
 Volume*
 Total
Interest income:            
Mortgage securities and similar investments $(5,342) $(358) $(5,700)
CMO collateral and investments  515   (12,977)  (12,462)
   
 
   
 
   
 
 
Total interest income  (4,827)  (13,335)  (18,162)
   
 
   
 
   
 
 
Interest expense:            
Repurchase arrangements and similar borrowings  (1,237)  (152)  (1,389)
CMOs  (1,096)  (11,950)  (13,046)
   
 
   
 
   
 
 
Total interest expense  (2,333)  (12,102)  (14,435)
   
 
   
 
   
 
 
  $(2,494) $(1,233) $(3,727)
   
 
   
 
   
 
 

*The change in interest due to both volume and rate has been allocated to volume and rate changes in proportion to the relationship of the absolute dollar amounts of the change in each.

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ITEM 2. MANAGEMENT'SMANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL
CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS

FINANCIAL CONDITION OVERVIEW

Overview

Capstead Mortgage Corporation ("Capstead"(“Capstead” or the "Company"“Company”) operates as a real estate investment trust ("REIT"(“REIT”) earning income from investing in real estate-related assets on a leveraged basis and from other investment strategies. These investments currently include,primarily consist of, but are not limited to, single-family residential adjustable-rate mortgage ("ARM"(“ARM”) securities issued by government-sponsored entities, either Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac or Ginnie Mae ("(“Agency Securities"Securities”). The Company has also made limited investments in credit-sensitive commercial real estate-related assets, including the direct ownership of real estate. Management believes that such investments, when available at favorable prices and combined with the prudent use of leverage, can produce attractive risk-adjusted returns over the long term with lessrelatively low sensitivity to changes in interest rates due largely to a higher riskrates.

The size and composition of default and reduced liquidity compared to fixed-rate or medium-term Agency Securities. Capstead'sthe Company’s investment portfolios declineddepend on the lastinvestment strategies being implemented by management and market conditions being experienced by the Company, including levels of mortgage prepayments and the availability of attractively priced investments. After several years of steadily declining mortgage securities portfolio balances, primarily because of high levels of mortgage prepayments and a lack of suitablecompelling investment opportunities, during the latter half of 2003 market conditions allowed for the acquisition of sufficient ARM securities at favorable prices. Consequently,relatively attractive prices to more than offset portfolio runoff. This opportunity became available when long-term interest rates moved sharply higher in 2001response to indications that the economy was recovering from a sustained period of economic weakness.

Although this optimism proved premature and interest rates declined during the first quarter in response to weak job growth and other indications of economic weakness, the Company has been successful this quarter in acquiring sufficient ARM securities, again in January 2003 (withat relatively attractive prices, to more than offset portfolio runoff. These acquisitions have allowed for the paymentsequential growth of the fourth quarter 2002 common dividend), Capstead returned a significant portion of its equity capitalmortgage securities portfolio for the past three quarters and this trend is expected to its common stockholders. To the extent proceeds of runoff or asset sales are not reinvested, or cannot be reinvested, at a rate of returncontinue at least equalthrough the second quarter of 2004. The Company intends to continue pursuing the rate previouslyacquisition of attractively priced ARM securities, while also investigating other real estate-related opportunities.

Subsequent to quarter-end, recent strong economic indicators have many believing the Federal Reserve could be forced to begin raising short-term interest rates later this year and long-term interest rates have moved higher in response. Although higher interest rates may create opportunities to acquire additional investments at attractive prices, higher short-term interest rates will increase the Company’s borrowing costs, thereby reducing financing spreads (the difference between the yields earned on that capital, quarterlythese investments and the rates charged on related borrowings). Although rising borrowing costs can eventually be mitigated by ARM security yield increases, interest rates on the Company’s borrowings rise (and fall) almost immediately while ARM security yields change slowly by comparison because the underlying loans reset only once or twice a year and the amount of each reset can be limited or capped. Consequently, while the wide financing spreads Capstead has enjoyed in recent years have been the driving force behind the Company’s earnings and common dividends, if short-term interest rates rise quickly, spreads will likely continue trending lower. The future sizenarrow and composition of Capstead's investment portfoliosmargins earned on its ARM securities will depend on market conditions, including levels of mortgage prepayments anddecline.

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Risk Factors

Under the availability on a timely basis of suitable investments at favorable prices (see "Effectscaptions “Effects of Interest Rate Changes," "Risks” “Risks Associated with Credit-Sensitive Investments" and "RisksInvestments,” “Risks Associated with Owning Real Estate"). MANAGEMENT CHANGES Fortress Investment Group, LLC (together with its affiliates, "Fortress") was Capstead's largest stockholder, holding approximately 26%Estate” and “Investment Company Act of the outstanding common shares as recently as December 31, 2002. By July 2003, Fortress sold its investment in Capstead. Pursuant1940” are discussions of risk factors affecting Capstead’s financial condition and results of operations that are an integral part of this discussion and analysis. Readers are strongly urged to a management contract entered into in April 2000, Fortress provided the services of Mr. Wesley R. Edens as Capstead's chairmanconsider these factors while reading this document.

Mortgage Securities and chief executive and of other individuals as necessary to perform support services for Mr. Edens. On July 22, 2003 Mr. Edens resigned from his positions with Capstead and the management contract with Fortress was terminated. Robert I. Kauffman, an associate of Mr. Edens and a director since December 1999, also resigned effective July 22, 2003. Paul M. Low, one of Capstead's founders and a long-time member of the Board of Directors, succeeded Mr. Edens as Chairman. Andrew F. Jacobs, formerly Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, was promoted to Chief Executive Officer and President and elected to serve on the Board of Directors. Phillip A. Reinsch, Senior Vice President -- Control, was promoted to Chief Financial Officer. BOOK VALUE PER COMMON SHARE Similar Investments

As of September 30, 2003,March 31, 2004, the Company's book value per common share was $7.05, a decline of $0.78 during the current quarter and $1.18 since December 31, 2002. Book value declined since year-end because of dividend payments in excess of quarterly net income (approximately $0.16 per share) and, more significantly, a reduction in the aggregate unrealized gain on the Company's investments (most of which are debt securities carried at fair value with changes in fair value reflected in stockholders' -16- equity) as a result of recent increases in interest rates and runoff caused by mortgage prepayments. This unrealized gain can be expected to continue to decline with runoff and to fluctuate with changes in interest rates and market liquidity, and such changes will largely be reflected in book value per common share. Book value will also be affected by other factors, including the level of dividend distributions and depreciation charges on net-leased real estate; however, temporary changes in fair values of investments not held in the form of debt or equity securities generally will not affect book value. MORTGAGE SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS As of September 30, 2003, mortgage securities and similar investments portfolio consisted primarily of ARM Agency Securities (see "NOTE 4" to the accompanying consolidated financial statements for discussion of how the Company classifies its mortgage securities and similar investments).Securities. Agency Securities are AAA-rated and are considered to have limited credit risk. Non-agency securities are private mortgage pass-through securities whereby the related credit risk of the underlying loans is either borne by AAA-rated private mortgage insurers or by the Company ("(“Non-agency Securities"Securities”). In connection with the formation of private mortgage pass-through securities prior to 1995, the Company was required to establish reserve funds available to pay special hazard (e.g. earthquake or mudslide-related losses) or certain bankruptcy costs. These securities were subsequently held as Non-agency Securities, CMO collateral or sold to third parties. Included in Receivables and other assets as restricted cash are $4.9 million in special hazard reserve funds and $1.2 million of bankruptcy reserve funds associated with $55 million and $57 million of related loans outstanding as of September 30, 2003, respectively. Commercial mortgage-backed securitizations generally have senior, mezzanine and subordinate classes of bonds with the lower classes providing credit enhancement to the more senior classes. Commercial mortgage-backed securities ("CMBS"(“CMBS”) held by the Company at September 30, 2003March 31, 2004 are mezzanine classes and therefore carry credit risk associated with the underlying pools of commercial mortgage loans that is mitigated by subordinate bonds held by other investors. Commercial loans

Mortgage securities held by the Company at September 30, 2003 consist of a loan to a joint venture that holds commercial real estate (see "Risks Associated With Credit-Sensitive Investments"). Mortgage securitiesCapstead are financed under repurchase arrangements with investment banking firms pursuant to which specific securities are pledged as collateral. Capstead financed its commercial loan investment with a loan from a commercial bank. Should the Company acquire additional financial assets that are not mortgage-backed securities, similar financing arrangements with other parties, such as commercial banks, may be employed (see "Liquidity“Liquidity and Capital Resources"Resources”).

The Company’s mortgage securities and similar investments portfolio rose during the first quarter of 2004 to $2.4 billion from $2.2 billion at December 31, 2003, representing the third straight quarter of portfolio growth after several years of declines. Acquisitions during the first quarter totaled $360 million, consisting almost exclusively of ARM Agency Securities. Runoff during the first quarter totaled $148 million, significantly less than the $225 million experienced during the fourth quarter of 2003, primarily reflecting lower levels of mortgage prepayments. Although mortgage prepayments moderated considerably during the first quarter of 2004, runoff caused by mortgage prepayments remains a significant challenge to earnings generated by the Company'sCompany’s mortgage securities. The Company anticipates that runoff will be higher in the second quarter than in the first quarter due to lower prevailing mortgage rates in February and March before again declining to more moderate levels. The Company also securitized with Fannie Mae $53 million of its high coupon fixed-rate Non-Agency Securities in order to improve these securities’ financing spreads and liquidity.

Although the Company has had continued success subsequent to quarter-end acquiring additional ARM securities and similar investments. After experiencingsuch that it expects further portfolio declines to nearly $2.0 billion at June 30, 2003 from $2.4 billion at December 31, 2002,growth during the thirdsecond quarter the Company had the opportunity to acquire $163 million inof 2004, there can be no assurance that attractively priced ARM Agency Securities at attractive prices after sharp increases in medium and long-term interest rates in July and August. In addition, during the third quarter Capstead transferred into this portfolio $121 million in fixed-rate collateral released from financed CMOs that the Company expectssecurities will earn improved financing spreads (the difference between yields earned on investments and the rates charged on related borrowings) than when financed by CMO bonds. Together, these additions more than offset third quarter runoff such that the portfolio ended the quarter at $2.1 billion. Prior to this third quarter activity, additions to this portfolio during 2003 were limited to $49 million of adjustable-rate collateral released from financed CMOs. Interest rates declined again in September and although management believes there may continue to be opportunities to acquire assets at attractive prices in the near future, such acquisitions may not be sufficient to replace runoff. That being said, runoff is expected to begin moderating in the fourth quarter as a higher interest rate environment has reduced, if not eliminated, the opportunity for homeowners to refinance their ARM loans into lower rate fixed-rate loans.available. To the extent the proceeds of mortgage -17- prepayments and other maturities are not reinvested or cannot be reinvested at a rate of return on invested capital at least equal to the return earned on previous investments, quarterly earnings and common dividends may likely continue trending lower.decline. The future size and composition of the Company'sCompany’s investment portfolios will depend on market conditions, including levels of mortgage prepayments and the availability of suitable investments at favorable prices (see "Effects of Interest Rate Changes"). attractively priced investments.

The following yield and cost analysis illustrates results achieved during the thirdfirst quarter of 20032004 for components of the mortgage securities and similar investments portfolio and anticipated fourthsecond quarter 2003

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2004 asset yields and borrowing rates based on interest rates in effect on OctoberApril 22, 20032004 (the date thirdfirst quarter 20032004 results were released) (dollars in thousands):

                             
  1st Quarter Average(a) As of March 31, 2004    
  
     
 Projected Lifetime
      Actual Actual Premiums     2nd Quarter Prepayment
  Basis
 Yield/Cost
 Runoff
 (Discounts)
 Basis(a)
 Yield/Cost(b)
 Assumptions
Agency Securities:                            
Fannie Mae/Freddie Mac:                            
Fixed-rate  2,051   9.79%  14% $151  $55,083   6.23%  30%
ARMs:                            
LIBOR/CMT  1,127,291   3.16   20   20,054   1,212,893   2.90   25 
COFI  85,678   4.36   24   (2,451)  82,293   4.44   25 
Ginnie Mae ARMs  791,686   3.43   24   8,775   839,714   3.22   26 
   
 
           
 
   
 
         
   2,006,706   3.33   22   26,529   2,189,983   3.16   26 
Non-agency Securities:                            
Fixed-rate  110,796   6.15   48   69   48,707   6.38   32 
ARMs  77,427   3.07   40   1,057   72,521   3.36   40 
   
 
           
 
   
 
         
   188,223   4.88   45   1,126   121,228   4.57   37 
CMBS  73,377   2.19   6   (3)  73,216   2.27    
   
 
           
 
   
 
         
   2,268,306   3.42   24  $27,652   2,384,427   3.20   25 
               
 
             
Borrowings  2,080,754   1.11           2,168,419   1.10     
   
 
               
 
         
Capital employed/ financing spread $187,552   2.31          $216,008   2.10     
   
 
               
 
         
Return on assets(c)
      2.39               2.19     

3RD QUARTER AVERAGE
(a) AS OF SEPTEMBER 30, 2003 ------------------------------------- ---------------------------- PROJECTED LIFETIME ACTUAL ACTUAL PREMIUMS 4TH QUARTER PREPAYMENT BASIS YIELD/COST RUNOFF (DISCOUNTS) BASIS (a) YIELD/COST (b) ASSUMPTIONS ------------ ------------ --------- ------------- ------------ -------------- ------------- Agency Securities: Fannie Mae/Freddie Mac: Fixed-rate $ 2,566 9.41% 39% $ 14 $ 2,364 9.50% 30% ARMs: LIBOR/CMT 945,915 3.43 29 13,416 950,959 3.18 25 COFI 102,189 4.83 30 (2,878) 96,650 4.64 25 Ginnie Mae ARMs 685,978 3.85 43 7,639 714,234 3.64 26 ---------- ---------- ---------- 1,736,648 3.69 35 18,191 1,764,207 3.45 25 Non-agency Securities: Fixed-rate 97,189 6.47 30 429 122,823 6.22 32 ARMs 103,099 3.00 50 1,538 93,566 3.37 40 ---------- ---------- ---------- 200,288 4.68 41 1,967 216,389 5.10 35 CMBSBasis represents the Company’s investment before unrealized gains and other commercial loans 108,273 4.27 2 1 108,057 4.28 -- ---------- ---------- ---------- 2,045,209 3.82 35 $ 20,159 $2,088,653 3.67 25 ========== Borrowings 1,865,726 1.13 1,994,389 1.15 ---------- ---------- Capital employed/losses. Actual asset yields, runoff rates, borrowing rates and resulting financing spread $ 179,483 2.69 $ 94,264 2.52 ========== ==========are presented on an annualized basis.
(b)Projected annualized yields for the second quarter of 2004 reflect ARM coupon resets and lifetime prepayment assumptions as adjusted for expected prepayments for this quarter only, as of April 22, 2004. Actual yields realized in future periods will largely depend upon (i) changes in portfolio composition, (ii) ARM coupon resets, (iii) actual prepayments and (iv) any changes in lifetime prepayment assumptions.
(c)The Company generally uses its liquidity to pay down borrowings. Return on assets (c) 2.77 2.60 is calculated on an annualized basis assuming the use of this liquidity to reduce borrowing costs (see “Utilization of Capital and Potential Liquidity”).
(a) Basis represents

Financing spreads declined 16 basis points during the Company's investment before unrealized gains and losses. Actual asset yields, runoff rates, borrowing rates and resulting financing spread are presented on an annualized basis. (b) Projected annualized yields for the fourthfirst quarter of 2003 reflect ARM coupon resets and lifetime prepayment assumptions as adjusted for expected prepayments for this quarter only, as of October 22, 2003. Actual yields realized in future periods will largely depend upon (i) changes in2004 to 2.31%, substantially all attributable to lower portfolio composition, (ii) ARM coupon resets, (iii) actual prepayments and (iv) any changes in lifetime prepayment assumptions. (c) The Company generally uses its liquidity to pay down borrowings. Return on assets is calculated on an annualized basis assuming the use of this liquidity to reduce borrowing costs (see "Utilization of Capital and Potential Liquidity").yields. The overall yield earned on the portfolio averaged 3.82%3.42% during the thirdfirst quarter, of 2003, a decline of 24 basis points fromcompared to an average yield of 4.06%3.60% earned during the previous quarter and 83 basis points from the average yield earned during the fourth quarter of 2002.quarter. Yields on ARM securities fluctuate as coupon interest rates on the underlying mortgage loans reset to reflect current interest rates and are expected to continue to decline in the coming quarters. For example, if interest rates stabilizeremain at rates in effect OctoberApril 22, 2003,2004, the average yield on the portfolio could decline approximately 3837 basis points by the thirdfirst quarter of 2004.2005. Actual yields will depend on portfolio composition as well as fluctuations in, and market expectations for fluctuations in, interest rates and levels of mortgage prepayments (see "Effects of Interest Rate Changes"). -18- prepayments. Average rates on related borrowings were 1.13%declined 2 basis points to 1.11% during the thirdfirst quarter of 2003, a decline of 17 basis points from2004 compared to the second quarter and 49 basis points from average borrowing rates incurred during the fourth quarter of 2002.previous quarter. The Company'sCompany’s borrowing rates depend on actions by the Federal Reserve to change short-term interest rates, market expectations of future changes in short-term interest rates and the extent of changes in financial market liquidity (see "Effects of Interest Rate Changes"). liquidity.

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CMO COLLATERAL AND INVESTMENTS Collateral and Investments

Since exiting the residential mortgage loan conduit business in 1995, Capstead has maintained finance subsidiaries with capacity to issue CMOs and other securitizations backed by single-family residential mortgage loans. From time to time, the Company may purchase mortgage loans from originators or conduits, place these loans into private mortgage pass-through securities and issue CMOs or other securities backed by these securities. The Company may or may not retain a significant residual economic interest in these securitizations. Credit risk associated with pledgedlast CMO collateral is borne by AAA-rated private mortgage insurers or by subordinated bonds usually sold to investors. With recent redemptions of previously-issued CMOs, the Company no longer has credit risk held in the form of subordinated bonds associated with outstanding pledged CMO collateral. Most of the Company's securitizations have been afforded financing accounting treatment with the related collateral recorded as pledged CMO collateral and the outstanding bonds recorded as CMO liabilities (referred to as "financed CMOs"). Other securitizations issued by the Company was in 19932000 and prior were treated as sales transactions (referred to as "sold CMOs"). Since 2000, the Company hasdoes not issued anycurrently anticipate issuing additional CMOs. From time to time,In recent years, the Company has exercised its right to redeem previously issued CMOs (referred to as "clean-up calls"“Clean-up Calls”) and has either sold or transferredselling some of the released collateral toand holding the Non-agency Securities portfolio where it has been heldrest for investment. During the first nine months of 2003, the Company exercised clean-up calls related to ten financed CMOs and three sold CMOs. As of September 30, 2003,March 31, 2004, the Company holds clean-up callClean-up Call rights on twoonly one of its sevensix remaining financed CMOs. Consequently, additional significant gains from CMO redemptions are not expected to occur in the coming quarters. occur.

CMO collateral and investments, net of related bonds, declined from $8.6 millionwas $673,000 at year-endMarch 31, 2004, compared to $963,000$764,000 at September 30, 2003, as a result of portfolio runoff and exercising clean-up calls as discussed above.December 31, 2003. Without the issuance of CMOs in which the Company retains residual interests, or the acquisition of other CMO investments, this portfolio is not expected to contribute significantly to operating results in future periods. REAL ESTATE HELD FOR LEASE

Real Estate Held For Lease

In May 2002 Capstead acquired six "independent"“independent” senior living properties (wherein the operator of the facility provides most of the tenants little, if any, medical care) (the "Properties"“Properties”). The following table summarizes information about the Properties:
YEAR PROPERTY LOCATION UNITS (a) OCCUPANCY (b) OPENED --------------------------- ----------------- ------------------ ------------ --------- Chambrel at Roswell Roswell, GA 280 (256 IL; 24 AL) 95.7% 1987 Chambrel at Pinecastle Ocala, FL 161 (120 IL; 41 AL) 98.8 1987 Chambrel at Island Lake Longwood, FL 269 (229 IL; 40 AL) 97.4 1985 Chambrel at Montrose Akron, OH 168 (136 IL; 32 AL) 98.8 1987 Chambrel at Williamsburg Williamsburg, VA 255 (200 IL; 55 AL) 98.4 1987 Chambrel at Club Hill Garland, TX 260 (192 IL; 68 AL) 92.3 1987 ------------------------ Total 1,393 (1,133 IL; 260 AL) 96.6 ========================
(a) IL refers to Independent Living units, AL refers to Assisted Living units. (b) As of September 30, 2003. -19- Concurrent with the acquisition of the Properties, the Company entered into a long-term "net-lease"“net-lease” arrangement (the "Lease"“Lease”) with Brookdale Living Communities, Inc. (collectively with its subsidiaries, "Brookdale", (“Brookdale”), under which Brookdale is responsible for the ongoing operation and management of the Properties. Brookdale, an owner, operator, developer and manager of senior living facilities, is a majority-owned affiliate of Fortress Investment Group, LLC, which, together with its affiliates is referred to as Fortress. Until July 2003 Fortress was affiliated with Capstead (see NOTE 12 to the accompanying financial statements).

The Lease has an initial term of 20 years and provides for two 10-year renewal periods. Beginning in May 2007, Brookdale will have the option of purchasing all of the Properties from Capstead at the greater of fair value or Capstead'sCapstead’s original cost, after certain adjustments. Under the terms of the Lease, Brookdale is responsible for paying all expenses associated with operating the Properties, including real estate taxes, other government charges, insurance, utilities and maintenance, and an amount representing an attractive cash return on Capstead'sCapstead’s equity in the Properties after payment of monthly debt service. In keeping with Capstead'sCapstead’s strategy of reinvesting a portion of its capital intoowning investments that can produce attractive risk-adjusted returns over the long term with lessrelatively low sensitivity to changes in interest rates, any future changes in monthly debt service requirements are the responsibility of Brookdale under the terms of the Lease (see "Risks AssociatedLease. The following table summarizes information about the Properties:

               
            Year
Property
 Location
 Units (a)
 Occupancy(b)
 Opened
Chambrel at Roswell Roswell, GA  280 (256 IL; 24 AL)   95.4%  1987 
Chambrel at Pinecastle Ocala, FL  161 (120 IL; 41 AL)   96.9   1987 
Chambrel at Island Lake Longwood, FL  269 (229 IL; 40 AL)   97.8   1985 
Chambrel at Montrose Akron, OH  168 (136 IL; 32 AL)   97.0   1987 
Chambrel at Williamsburg Williamsburg, VA  255 (200 IL; 55 AL)   98.8   1987 
Chambrel at Club Hill Garland, TX  260 (192 IL; 68 AL)   89.6   1987 
     
 
         
Total    1,393 (1,133 IL; 260 AL)   95.8     
     
 
         

(a)IL refers to independent living units. AL refers to assisted living units.
(b)As of March 31, 2004.

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Results of Capital Raising Activity

Between February 2 and March 30, 2004, the Company sold 791,900 common shares into the open market on a limited basis and such sales may resume during the second quarter. As of quarter-end, Capstead raised $13.4 million of new common equity under this program at an average price of $16.94 per share, after expenses. The proceeds from these issuances have been invested in attractively-priced ARM securities.

Book Value per Common Share

As of March 31, 2004, the Company’s book value per common share was $7.38, an increase of $0.70 since year-end. This increase is largely attributable to the issuance of new capital (approximately $0.55 per share), offset somewhat by dividend payments in excess of quarterly net income (approximately $0.04 per share). In addition, lower prevailing interest rates at quarter-end resulted in an increase in the aggregate unrealized gain on the Company’s investments (most of which are debt securities carried at fair value with Owning Real Estate")changes in fair value reflected in stockholders’ equity). UTILIZATION OF CAPITAL AND POTENTIAL LIQUIDITY This unrealized gain can be expected to fluctuate with changes in portfolio size and composition as well as changes in interest rates and market liquidity, and such changes will largely be reflected in book value per common share. Book value will also be affected by other factors, including capital stock transactions and the level of dividend distributions relative to quarterly net income; however, temporary changes in fair values of investments not carried at fair value on the Company’s balance sheet generally will not affect book value.

Utilization of Capital and Potential Liquidity

The following table illustrates Capstead'sCapstead’s utilization of capital and potential liquidity as of September 30, 2003March 31, 2004 in comparison with December 31, 20022003 (in thousands):

                 
          Capital Potential
  Assets
 Borrowings
 Employed
 Liquidity(a)
Mortgage securities and similar investments:                
Agency Securities $2,219,743  $2,003,717  $216,026  $154,995 
Non-agency Securities  122,202   95,834   26,368   19,054 
CMBS  73,219   68,868   4,351   334 
   
 
   
 
   
 
   
 
 
   2,415,164   2,168,419   246,745   174,383 
CMO collateral and investments  129,302   128,629   673    
Real estate held for lease  132,487   120,154   12,333    
   
 
   
 
   
 
   
 
 
  $2,676,953  $2,417,202   259,751   174,383 
   
 
   
 
         
Other assets, net of other liabilities          40,974   2,896(b)
First quarter common dividend          (7,807)  (7,807)(c)
Liquidity reserves for funding principal payments and margin calls             (130,006)(d)
           
 
   
 
 
          $292,918  $39,466 
           
 
   
 
 
Balances as of December 31, 2003 $2,496,102  $2,262,191  $277,038  $44,999 
   
 
   
 
   
 
   
 
 

CAPITAL POTENTIAL ASSETS BORROWINGS EMPLOYED LIQUIDITY
(a) ---------- ---------- ---------- ------------- Mortgage securitiesAssets are stated at carrying amounts on the Company’s balance sheet. Potential liquidity is based on maximum borrowings available under existing uncommitted repurchase arrangements considering the fair value of related collateral as of March 31, 2004, adjusted separately for liquidity reserves.
(b)Represents unrestricted cash and similar investments: Agency Securities $1,795,320 $1,721,332 $ 73,988 $ 21,068 Non-agency Securities 217,577 178,548 39,029 32,823 CMBS and other commercial loans 108,077 94,509 13,568 327 ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- 2,120,974 1,994,389 126,585 54,218 CMO collateral and investments 240,528 239,565 963 -- Real estate held for lease 134,341 120,253 14,088 -- ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- $2,495,843 $2,354,207 141,636 54,218 ========== ========== Other assets, net of other liabilities 151,218 98,025(b) Secondcash equivalents.
(c)The first quarter 2004 common dividend (10,513) (10,513)(c) ---------- ---------- $ 282,341 $ 141,730 ========== ========== Balanceswas declared March 11, 2004 and paid April 21, 2004 to stockholders of record as of DecemberMarch 31, 2002 $3,652,062 $3,340,835 $ 298,578 $ 143,033 ========== ========== ========== ========== 2004.
(d)Liquidity reserves reflect management’s determination, as of the balance sheet date, of the level of capital necessary to hold in reserve to fund margin calls (requirements to pledge additional collateral or pay down borrowings) required by principal payments (that are not remitted to the Company for 25 to 45 days after any given month-end) and potential declines in market value of pledged assets under stressed market conditions.
(a) Based on maximum borrowings available under existing uncommitted repurchase arrangements considering the fair value of related collateral as of September 30, 2003 (see "Liquidity and Capital Resources"). (b) Represents unrestricted cash and cash equivalents. (c) The third quarter common dividend was declared September 11, 2003 and paid October 21, 2003 to stockholders of record as of September 30, 2003.

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The Company generally finances its mortgage securities and similar investments with well-established investment banking firms using repurchase arrangements and similar borrowings. Assuming potential liquidity is available, these borrowings can be increased or decreased on a daily basis to meet cash flow requirements and otherwise manage capital resources efficiently. CMO collateral is pledged to secure CMO bonds. Real estate held for lease is financed by long-term borrowings. Liquidity is affected by, among other things, changes in market value of assets pledged under repurchase and similar borrowing arrangements, principal prepayments and general conditions in the investment banking, mortgage finance and real estate industries. Future levels of financial leverage will be dependent upon many factors, including the size and composition of the Company'sCompany’s investment portfolios (see "Liquidity“Liquidity and Capital Resources" and "Effects of Interest Rate Changes"Resources”).

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RESULTS OF OPERATIONS

Comparative net operating results (interest income or lease revenue, net of related interest expense real estate depreciation and, in the case of CMO administration, related direct and indirect operating expense) by source were as follows (in thousands, except per share amounts):

         
  Quarter Ended March 31
  2004
 2003
Mortgage securities and similar investments:        
Agency Securities $11,673  $15,786 
Non-agency Securities  1,701   1,045 
CMBS and other commercial loans  182   1,014 
CMO collateral and investments  217   (407)
   
 
   
 
 
Net margin on financial assets  13,773   17,438 
Real estate held for lease:        
Lease revenue after related interest expense  1,440   1,429 
Real estate depreciation  (927)  (927)
   
 
   
 
 
Net margin on real estate held for lease  513   502 
   
 
   
 
 
Other revenue (expense):        
Gain on asset sales and CMO redemptions     1,748 
CMO administration and other  67   220 
Incentive fee payable to former affiliate     (303)
Other operating expense  (1,999)  (2,062)
   
 
   
 
 
Total other revenue (expense)  (1,932)  (397)
   
 
   
 
 
Net income  12,354   17,543 
Less cash dividends on preferred shares  (5,067)  (5,070)
   
 
   
 
 
Net income available to common stockholders $7,287  $12,473 
   
 
   
 
 
Operating income * $8,298  $11,739 
   
 
   
 
 
Net income per common share:        
Basic $0.51  $0.90 
Diluted  0.50   0.75 
Operating *  0.57   0.82 


QUARTER ENDED NINE MONTHS ENDED SEPTEMBER 30 SEPTEMBER 30 -------------------- -------------------- 2003 2002 2003 2002 -------- -------- -------- -------- Mortgage securities and similar investments: Agency securities $ 11,476 $ 20,247 $ 40,457 $ 74,127 Non-agency Securities 1,974 890 4,048 3,059 CMBS and other commercial loans 710 1,762 2,627 4,363 CMO collateral and investments 137 (341) (190) (1,326) -------- -------- -------- -------- Net margin on
*Capstead reports operating income per common share (a non-GAAP financial assets 14,297 22,558 46,942 80,223 -------- -------- -------- -------- Real estate held for lease: Lease revenue net of related interest expense 1,422 1,301 4,293 2,192 Real estatemeasure calculated excluding depreciation (927) (962) (2,781) (1,604) -------- -------- -------- -------- Net margin on real estate, held for lease 495 339 1,512 588 -------- -------- -------- -------- Other revenue (expense): Gainany gain on asset sales and CMO redemptions, 1,411 1,901 4,551 1,901 CMO administration and other 459 914 860 2,114 Incentive fee payablethe dilutive effects, if present, of the Series B preferred shares) under the belief it provides investors with a useful supplemental measure of the Company’s operating performance. Operating income represents a measure of the amount of funds generated by operations, which may, at the discretion of Capstead’s Board of Directors, be used for reinvestment or distributed to former affiliate -- (1,351) (500) (4,034) Othercommon stockholders as dividends. Depreciation on real estate, although an expense deductible for federal income tax purposes and therefore an item that reduces Capstead’s REIT distribution requirements, is added back to arrive at operating expense (1,883) (1,610) (5,802) (5,080) -------- -------- -------- -------- Total other revenue (expense) (13) (146) (891) (5,099) -------- -------- -------- -------- Net income $ 14,779 $ 22,751 $ 47,563 $ 75,712 ======== ======== ======== ======== Netbecause it is a noncash expense. Gains are excluded because they are considered non-operating in nature and the amount and timing of any such gains are dependent upon investment strategies and market conditions. The Series B preferred shares are considered dilutive, for diluted net income per common share: Basic $ 0.69 $ 1.27 $ 2.32 $ 4.36 Diluted 0.63 1.15 2.04 3.82 Operating * 0.65 1.19 2.15 4.27
* Capstead reports operating income per common share (a non-GAAP financial measure calculated excluding depreciation on real estate, gain on asset sales and CMO redemptions, and the dilutive effects of the Series B preferred share) under the belief it provides investors with a useful supplemental measure of the Company's operating performance. Depreciation on real estate, although an expense deductible for federal income tax purposes and therefore an item that reduces Capstead's REIT distribution requirements, is added back to arrive at operating income because it is a noncash expense. Gains are excluded because they are considered non-operating in nature and the amount and timing of any such gains are dependent upon market conditions. Operating income per common share excludes the dilutive effects of the Series B preferred shares because it is not economically advantageous to convert these shares at the current market prices of both the common shares and Series B preferred shares (see "Comparison of Operating Income and Diluted Income per Common Share")share purposes only, whenever annualized basic net income per common share exceeds $2.19 (the Series B preferred share annualized dividend of $1.26 divided by the current conversion rate of 0.5742). Because it is not economically advantageous to convert these shares at market prices of both the common shares and Series B preferred shares, few, if any, actual Series B conversions are expected. Therefore, operating income per common share excludes the dilutive effects, if present, of the Series B preferred shares.

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The earning capacity of Capstead'sCapstead’s financial asset portfolios is influenced by the overall size and composition of the portfolios, the relationship between short- and long-term interest rates (the "yield curve"“yield curve”) and the extent the Company continues to invest its liquidity in these portfolios. Net margins on financial assets and related financing spreads have declined steadily since peaking in early 2002 after having benefited significantly the past several years from actions taken by the Federal Reserve, particularly during 2001, to aggressively lower short-term interest rates, which resulted in significantly lower interest rates on the Company'sCompany’s borrowings. However, lower interest rates have also led to declining yields on the Company'sCompany’s adjustable-rate assets -21- and more significantly, declining portfolio balances primarily caused by relatively high mortgage prepayment rates. Net margins andWhile financing spreads mayare expected to continue declining as yields on the Company'sCompany’s ARM securities continue resetting lower, particularlythe Company has had success recently in replacing runoff that, if it continues, should slow declines in net margins provided borrowing rates stay at current levels. See “Financial Condition — “Overview” and “Mortgage Securities and Similar Investments” for further discussion of the current operating environment and the Company’s goals regarding redeploying capital made available by portfolio balances because of scheduled principal payments, maturities and mortgage prepayments are not offset by acquisitions of new mortgage assets (see "Effects of Interest Rate Changes"). runoff.

Agency Securities remained the primary contributor to operating results during the quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2003;March 31, 2004; however, the impact of lower yields and a significantly lower average outstanding portfoliofinancing spreads was evident in the current yearquarter results, which were significantly less than in the same periodsperiod in 20022003 despite lower borrowing rates. Yields for this portfolio averaged 3.69% and 4.02%3.33% during the current quarter, and nine months ended September 30, 2003, compared to 4.99% and 5.32% during the same periods in 2002, while borrowing rates averaged 1.06%1.07%, producing a financing spread of 2.26%. This compares with yields of 4.30% and 1.21%borrowing rates of 1.30% for the quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2003 compared to 1.79% and 1.80%a spread of 3.00% during the same periodsperiod in 2002.2003. The average outstanding Agency Securities portfolio was $1.7$2.0 billion and $1.9 billion forduring the current quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2003 compared to $2.5 billion and $2.7$2.1 billion during the same periodsperiod in 2002.2003.

Conversely, Non-agency Securities contributed more to operating results during the quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2003March 31, 2004 compared to the same periodsperiod in 20022003 primarily because of the benefits of additional securities made available from the redemption of CMOs.CMOs during the latter part of 2003. The average outstanding portfolio was $200 million and $144$188 million during the current quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2003 compared to $83 million and $88$99 million during the same periodsperiod in 2002. Yields for this2003. The portfolio (calculated including mortgage insurance costs) were lower averaging 4.68% and 4.45%yielded 4.88% during the current quarter, and nine months ended September 30, 2003 compared to 5.25% and 5.71% during the same periods in 2002, while borrowing rates averaged 1.45%1.52% producing a financing spread of 3.36%. This compares with yields of 4.81% and borrowing rates of 1.41% for both the current quarter and year-to-date periods compared to 1.87% and 1.92%a spread of 3.40% during the same periodsperiod in 2002. 2003.

CMBS and other commercial loans contributed significantly less to operating results during the quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2003March 31, 2004 than in the same periodsperiod in 2002 primarily because of a lower average outstanding portfolio with2003 due largely to payoffs during 2003 of several positions held by the Company throughout all of last year.higher yielding investments. The average outstanding portfolio was $108 million and $120$73 million during the current quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2003 compared to $199$142 million for both periodsduring the same period in 2002.2003. The portfolio yielded 4.27% and 4.69%2.19% during the current quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2003 while borrowing rates averaged 1.95% and 2.06%1.29% producing financing spreads of 2.32% and 2.63%, respectively.0.90%. This compares with yields of 5.56% and 5.01%4.68% and borrowing rates of 2.50% and 2.48%2.09% for spreadsa spread of 3.06% and 2.53%, respectively,2.59% during the same periodsperiod in 2002. Because this portfolio currently consists of adjustable-rate assets secured by borrowings with similar interest rate adjustment features, future changes in short-term interest rates should have little effect on financing spreads. 2003.

The CMO collateral and investments portfolio has declined significantly the last several years primarily because of high prepayments on the underlying pledged CMO collateral and the exercise of clean-up callsClean-up Calls in which the Company retiredredeemed the related bonds and either sold the released CMO collateral for gains or transferred it into the Non-agency Securities portfolio where it is held for investment (see "Financial Condition -- CMO Collateral and Investments"). In May 2002investment.

Having redeemed over the past several years nearly all outstanding CMOs to which the Company made its first direct investment in real estate that is net-leased on a long-term basis. Under the terms of the Lease, changes in interest rates onholds the related debt are the responsibility of the lessee. Current quarter results were higher than the third quarter of 2002 primarily because of an annual rent escalation effective each May 1 and lower depreciation expense because of the October 2002 sale of a skilled nursing facility acquired with these six independent living properties. Because real estate -22- held for lease was acquired May 1, 2002, the nine months ended September 30, 2002 only includes five months ownership of these properties (see "Financial Condition -- Real Estate Held For Lease"). GainClean-up Call rights, Capstead did not realize any gain on asset sales and CMO redemptions reflectin the sale of $120 million of released CMO collateral and gains on the redemption of CMO bonds related to $170 million in collateral held as Non-agency securities upon release from the related indentures. The Company does not anticipate realizing significant additional gains from the redemption of previously-issued securitizations. current quarter.

CMO administration revenue continues to trend lower primarily because a declining portfolio of CMOs for which the Company provides administrative services. As these CMOs pay down, related fee income is expected to decline. Other revenue was lower due to lower balances in overnight investments during 2003. On a combined basis,the current quarter.

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Other operating expenses (including incentive fees payable to Fortress,former affiliate) were lower for the Company's former affiliate, and other operating expenses were considerably less during thecurrent quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2003 than during the same periodsperiod in 2002. This reflects2003 primarily because of lower current year accruals for incentive fees payablefees. This reflects lower earnings during the current quarter due primarily to managementlower financing spreads and Fortress primarily because of the recent trend of lower quarterly earningsno current period gains on asset sales and dividends (see "Financial Condition -- Management Changes"). CMO redemptions, as described above.

LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES Capstead's

Capstead’s primary sources of funds are borrowings under repurchase arrangements and monthly principal and interest payments on mortgage securities and similar investments. Other sources of funds include proceeds from other borrowing arrangements, proceeds from asset sales, unrestricted payments received on real estate held for lease and excess cash flows on CMO collateral and investments.proceeds from equity offerings. The Company generally uses its liquidity to pay down borrowings under repurchase arrangements to reduce borrowing costs.costs and otherwise efficiently manage its capital. Because the level of these borrowings can be adjusted on a daily basis, the level of unrestricted cash and cash equivalents carried on the balance sheet is less important than the Company’s potential liquidity available under its borrowing arrangements. The table included under "Financial“Financial Condition -- Utilization of Capital and Potential Liquidity"Liquidity” and accompanying discussion illustrates additional funds potentially available to the Company as of September 30, 2003.March 31, 2004, as adjusted for liquidity reserves. The Company currently believes that it has ample liquidity and capital resources available for the acquisition of additional investments, repayments on borrowings and the payment of cash dividends as required for Capstead'sCapstead’s continued qualification as a REIT. It is the Company'sCompany’s policy to remain strongly capitalized and conservatively leveraged.

Borrowings under repurchase arrangements secured by Agency Securities and Non-agency Securities generally have maturities of less than 31 days.days, although from time to time the Company may enter into longer-term arrangements. These borrowings totaled approximately $1.9$2.1 billion at September 30, 2003.March 31, 2004. Capstead has uncommitted repurchase facilities with investment banking firms to finance these investments, subject to certain conditions. Interest rates on these borrowings are generally based on 30-day London Interbank Offered Rate ("LIBOR"(“LIBOR”) rates(or a corresponding benchmark rate for longer-term arrangements) and related terms and conditions are negotiated on a transaction-by-transaction basis. Amounts available to be borrowed under these arrangements are dependent upon the fair value of the securities pledged as collateral, which fluctuates with changes in interest rates, credit quality and liquidity conditions within the investment banking, mortgage finance and real estate industries (see "Effects of Interest Rate Changes"). industries.

Borrowings under repurchase arrangements with investment banking firms secured by CMBS and from commercial banks secured by investments in commercial loans more closely match the interest rate adjustment features of these investments such that the Company anticipates it can earn more consistent financing spreads and, as a result, experience less interest rate volatility than experienced with investments in Agency Securities. These borrowings, which generally have longer initial maturities than borrowings secured by Agency Securities and may feature renewal options, totaled approximately $95$69 million at September 30, 2003.March 31, 2004. Should Capstead make significant additional investments in credit- -23- sensitivecredit-sensitive assets, it is anticipated that it willmay attempt to lessen interest rate volatility in a similar fashion or through the use of derivative financial instruments ("Derivatives"(“Derivatives”) such as interest rate swaps (see "Effects of Interest Rate Changes" and "Risks Associated With Credit-Sensitive Investments"). swaps.

CMO borrowings totaled approximately $240$129 million at September 30, 2003March 31, 2004 and are secured by CMO collateral pledged to the related indentures. As such, recourse is limited to this collateral and therefore has a limited impact on Capstead'sCapstead’s liquidity and capital resources. TheMortgage prepayments and Clean-up Calls affect the maturity of each CMO series is affected by mortgage prepayments and clean-up calls. series.

With its acquisition of senior living properties in May 2002, Capstead assumed approximately $19 million in fixed-rate mortgage financing from a commercial bank that matures in 2009 and $101 million in tax-exempt bond debt. In November 2002, the tax-exempt bonds were refunded with proceeds from issuing new 30-year

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adjustable-rate tax-exempt bonds. Under the terms of the Lease, changes in interest rates on this debt are the responsibility of the lessee and as such, have noa limited effect on the Company'sCompany’s liquidity.

Beginning in February 2004 the Company began selling common shares into the open market on a limited basis and such sales may resume during the second quarter. The proceeds from future issuances, if any, together with Capstead’s existing liquidity, (see "Financial Condition -- Real Estate Held For Lease"). are available to fund further acquisitions of ARM securities, if available at attractive prices, and increase the Company’s flexibility in pursuing real estate-related opportunities.

EFFECTS OF INTEREST RATE CHANGES INTEREST RATE SENSITIVITY ON OPERATING RESULTS

Interest Rate Sensitivity on Operating Results

Capstead performs earnings sensitivity analysis using an income simulation model to estimate the effects that specific interest rate changes can reasonably be expected to have on future earnings. All financial assets and Derivatives held are included in this analysis. The sensitivity of components ofOther revenue (expense)to changes in interest rates is included as well, although no asset sales are assumed. Because under the terms of the Lease Brookdalethe lessee is responsible for changes in related debt service requirements, earnings from the Company'sCompany’s investment in net-leased real estate are generally not affected by changes in interest rates. The model incorporates management assumptions regarding the level of mortgage prepayments for a given interest rate change using market-based estimates of prepayment speeds for purposes of amortizing investment and liability premiums and discounts. These assumptions are developed through a combination of historical analysis and future expected pricing behavior. As of September 30, 2003, Capstead had the following estimated earnings sensitivity profile as of March 31, 2004 and December 31, 2003, respectively (dollars in thousands):

                         
      10-year  
  30-day U.S.  
  LIBOR Treasury  
  Rate
 Rate
 Immediate Change In:*
30-day LIBOR rate         Flat Up 1.00% Up 1.00% Up 2.00%
10-year U.S. Treasury rate         Down 1.00% Flat Up 1.00% Up 2.00%
Projected 12-month earnings change:                        
March 31, 2004  1.09%  3.84% $(1,240) $(11,038) $(10,409) $(23,049)
December 31, 2003  1.12   4.25   (1,674)  (10,732)  (10,018)  (21,713)


10-YEAR 30-DAY U.S. LIBOR TREASURY RATE RATE IMMEDIATE CHANGE IN:
* ---------- ---------- ------------------------------------------------------ 30-day LIBOR rate Down 1.00% Down 1.00% Flat Up 1.00% 10-year U.S. Treasury rate Down 1.00% Flat Up 1.00% Up 1.00% ProjectedSensitivity of earnings to changes in interest rates is determined relative to the actual rates at the applicable date. Note that the projected 12-month earnings change: September 30, 2003 1.12% 3.94% $7,491 $10,517 $2,172 $(9,143) December 31, 2002 1.38 3.82 8,484 11,817 2,490 (9,665) change is predicated on acquisitions of similar assets sufficient to replace runoff. There can be no guarantee that suitable investments will be available for purchase at attractive prices or if investments made will behave in the same fashion as assets currently held.
* Sensitivity of earnings to changes in interest rates is determined relative to the actual rates at the applicable date. Note that the projected 12-month earnings change is predicated on acquisitions of similar assets sufficient to replace runoff. There can be no guarantee that suitable investments will be available for purchase at attractive prices or if investments made will behave in the same fashion as assets currently held.

Income simulation modeling is the primary tool used to assess the direction and magnitude of changes in net margins on financial assets resulting from changes in interest rates. Key assumptions in the model include mortgage prepayment rates, changes in market conditions, and management'smanagement’s financial capital plans. These assumptions are inherently uncertain and, as a result,therefore, the model cannot precisely estimate -24- net margins or precisely predict the impact of higher or lower interest rates on net margins. Actual results will differ from simulated results due to timing, magnitude and frequency of interest rate changes and other changes in market conditions, management strategies and other factors. GENERAL DISCUSSION OF EFFECTS OF INTEREST RATE CHANGES

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General Discussion of Effects of Interest Rate Changes

Changes in interest rates may affect Capstead'sCapstead’s earnings in various ways. Earnings currently depend, in part, on the difference between the interest received on mortgage securities and similar investments, and the interest paid on related borrowings, which are generally based on 30-day LIBOR. The resulting financing spread may be reduced or even turn negative in a rising short-term interest rate environment. Because the mortgage securities and similar investments portfolio consists primarily of ARM securities, the risk of rising short-term interest rates is offset to some extent by increases in the rates of interest earned on the underlying ARM loans, which reset periodicallyonce or twice a year based on underlying indices, (generally one-year CMT rates). subject to periodic and lifetime limits, referred to as caps. The Company’s ARM securities featured the following average coupon rate, and average periodic and lifetime caps as of March 31, 2004 (dollars in thousands):

                 
      Average Average Average
ARM Type
 Basis *
 Coupon Rate
 Periodic Cap
 Lifetime Cap
Agency Securities:                
Fannie Mae/Freddie Mac $1,295,186   3.56%  1.744%  11.239%
Ginnie Mae  839,714   4.17   1.000   10.373 
Non-agency Securities  72,521   4.01   1.727   11.243 
   
 
             
  $2,207,421   3.81   1.460   10.910 
   
 
             


*Basis represents the Company’s investment before unrealized gains and losses.

Since only a portion of the ARM loans underlying these securities reset each month subject to periodic and the terms of an ARM loan generally limit the amount of such increases during any single interest rate adjustment period and over the life of the loan,lifetime caps, interest rates on borrowings can rise to levels that may exceed the interest rates on the underlying loans, contributing to lower or even negative financing spreads. At other times, declines in these indices during periods of relatively low short-term interest rates will negatively effect yields on ARM securities as the underlying ARM loans reset at lower rates. If declines in these indices exceed declines in the Company'sCompany’s borrowing rates, earnings couldwould be adversely affected. The Company may extend maturity dates on a portion of its short-term borrowings or invest in Derivatives from time to time as a hedge against rising interest rates on a portion of its short-term borrowings. At September 30, 2003,rates. Subsequent to quarter-end, the Company didentered into several longer maturity repurchase arrangements totaling $200 million with maturities ranging from one and one-half to two years. As of April 30, 2004, the Company does not own any Derivatives for this purpose.

Another effect of changes in interest rates is that as long-term interest rates decrease, the rate of principal prepayments on mortgage loans underlying mortgage securities and similar investments generally increases. During periods of relatively low interest rates, prolonged periods of high prepayments can significantly reduce the expected life of these investments; therefore, the actual yields realized can be lower due to faster amortization of premiums. Further, to the extent the proceeds of prepayments are not reinvested or cannot be reinvested at a rate of interestreturn at least equal to the rate previously earned on that capital, earnings may be adversely affected. There can be no assurance that suitable investments at attractive pricing will be available on a timely basis to replace runoff as it occurs or that the current composition of investments (consisting primarily of ARM Agency Securities) will be maintained. A change in interest rates also impacts earnings recognized from CMO collateral and investments, which currently consist primarily of fixed-rate CMO residuals. During periods of relatively low mortgage interest rates, prepayments on the underlying mortgage loans generally will be higher, accelerating the amortization of collateral and bond premiums. Conversely, if mortgage interest rates rise significantly above interest rates on the collateral, principal prepayments will typically diminish, improving the overall return on an investment in a fixed-rate CMO residual because of an increase in time over which the Company receives positive net cash flows and can amortize remaining collateral and bond premiums.

Capstead periodically sells assets, which may increase income volatility because of the recognition of transactional gains or losses. Such sales may become attractive as asset values fluctuate with changes in interest rates. At other times, asset sales may become prudent to shift the Company'sCompany’s investment focus. During periods of rising interest rates or contracting market liquidity, asset values can decline, leading to increased margin calls and reducing the Company'sCompany’s liquidity. A margin call means that a lender requires a borrower to pledge additional collateral to re-establish the agreed-upon ratio of the value of the collateral to the amount of the borrowing. If the Company is unable or unwilling to pledge additional collateral, lenders can liquidate the collateral under adverse market conditions, likely resulting in losses.

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RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH CREDIT-SENSITIVE INVESTMENTS

Commercial mortgage assets may be viewed as exposing an investor to greater risk of loss than residential mortgage assets since such assets are typically secured by larger loans to fewer obligors than residential mortgage assets. Commercial property values and related net operating income are often subject to volatility, and net operating income may be sufficient or insufficient to cover debt service on the related mortgage loan at any given time. The repayment of loans secured by income-producing properties is typically dependent upon the successful operation of the related real estate project and the ability of the applicable property to produce net operating income rather than upon the liquidation value of the underlying real estate. Even when the current net operating income is sufficient to cover debt service, there can be no assurance that this will continue to be the case in the future.

Additionally, commercial properties may not be readily convertible to alternative uses if such properties were to become unprofitable due to competition, age of improvements, decreased demand, regulatory changes or other factors. The conversion of commercial properties to alternate uses often requires substantial capital expenditures, which may or may not be available.

The availability of credit for commercial mortgage loans may be dependent upon economic conditions in the markets where such properties are located, as well as the willingness and ability of lenders to make such loans. The availability of funds in the credit markets fluctuates and there can be no assurance that the availability of such funds will increase above, or will not contract below current levels. In addition, the availability of similar commercial properties, and the competition for available credit, may affect the ability of potential purchasers to obtain financing for the acquisition of properties. This could effect the repayment of commercial mortgages.

Credit-sensitive residential mortgage assets differ from commercial mortgage assets in several important ways yet can still carry substantial credit risk. Residential mortgage securities typically are secured by smaller loans to more obligors than CMBS, thus spreading the risk of mortgagor default. However, most of the mortgages supporting credit-sensitive residential securities are made to homeowners that do not qualify for Agency loan programs for reasons including loan size, financial condition, or work or credit history that may be indicative of higher risk of default than loans qualifying for such programs. As with commercial mortgages, in instances of default the Company may incur losses if proceeds from sales of the underlying residential collateral are less than the unpaid principal balances of the residential mortgage loans and related foreclosure costs. However, with residential mortgages this risk may be mitigated by various forms of credit enhancements including, but not limited to, primary mortgage insurance.

Through the process of securitizing both commercial and residential mortgages, credit risk can be heightened or minimized. Senior classes in multi-class securitizations generally have first priority over cash flows from a pool of mortgages and, as a result, carry the least risk, highest investment ratings and the lowest yields. Typically, a securitization will also have mezzanine classes and subordinated classes. Mezzanine classes will generally have lower credit ratings, higher yields and may have average lives that are longer than the senior classes. Subordinate classes are junior in the right to receive cash flow from the underlying mortgages, thus providing credit enhancement to the senior and mezzanine classes. As a result, subordinated securities will have even lower credit ratings and higher yields because of the elevated risk of credit loss inherent in these securities.

The availability of capital from external sources to finance investments in credit-sensitive commercial and residential mortgage assets may be diminished during periods of mortgage finance market illiquidity. Additionally, if market conditions deteriorate resulting in substantial declines in value of these assets, sufficient capital may not be available to support the continued ownership of such investments, requiring these assets to be sold at a loss.

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RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH OWNING REAL ESTATE

The direct ownership of commercial real estate involves a number of risks. With its first acquisition of real estate, Capstead has attempted to mitigate these risks by entering into a long-term "net-lease"“net-lease” arrangement whereby the lessee is responsible for the ongoing operation and management of the properties and for paying all expenses associated with the operation of the properties. Although reduced by this net-lease arrangement, risks of ownership remain, including: o The risk that changes in economic conditions or real estate markets may adversely affect the value of the properties. o During inflationary periods, which are generally accompanied by rising interest rates, increases in operating costs and borrowing rates may be greater than increases in lessee revenues from operating properties. Over an extended period of time, this could result in lessee defaults. o The risk that a deterioration of local conditions could adversely affect the ability of a lessee to profitably operate a property. For instance, an oversupply of senior living properties could hamper the leasing of senior living units at favorable rates. This could ultimately affect the value of the properties. o Changes in tax, zoning or other laws could make properties less attractive or less profitable. o An owner cannot be assured that lessees will elect to renew their leases when the terms expire. If a lessee does not renew its lease or otherwise defaults on its lease obligations, there is no assurance the owner can obtain a substitute lessee on acceptable terms. If the owner cannot obtain another qualified operator to lease a property, the owner may be required to modify the property for a different use, which may involve significant capital expenditures and delays in re-leasing the property. o The risk that lessees will not perform under their leases, reducing the owner's income from the leases or requiring the owner to assume costs (such as real estate taxes, insurance, utilities and maintenance) that are the lessees'

The risk that changes in economic conditions or real estate markets may adversely affect the value of the properties.
During inflationary periods, which are generally accompanied by rising interest rates, increases in operating costs and borrowing rates may be greater than increases in lessee revenues from operating properties. Over an extended period of time, this could result in lessee defaults.
The risk that a deterioration of local conditions could adversely affect the ability of a lessee to profitably operate a property. For instance, an oversupply of senior living properties could hamper the leasing of senior living units at favorable rates. This could ultimately affect the value of the properties.
Changes in tax, zoning or other laws could make properties less attractive or less profitable.
An owner cannot be assured that lessees will elect to renew their leases when the terms expire. If a lessee does not renew its lease or otherwise defaults on its lease obligations, there is no assurance the owner can obtain a substitute lessee on acceptable terms. If the owner cannot obtain another qualified operator to lease a property, the owner may be required to modify the property for a different use, which may involve significant capital expenditures and delays in re-leasing the property.
The risk that lessees will not perform under their leases, reducing the owner’s income from the leases or requiring the owner to assume costs (such as real estate taxes, insurance, utilities and maintenance) that are the lessees’ responsibility under net-leases. In the case of special-purpose real estate such as senior living facilities, compliance with licensing requirements could complicate or delay the transfer of operational control of such properties. This could lead to a significant cash flow burden for the owner to service the debt and otherwise maintain the properties. o Net-leases generally require the lessee to carry comprehensive liability, casualty, workers' compensation and rental loss insurance. The required coverage is typical of the type, and amount, customarily obtained by an owner of similar properties. However, there are some types of losses, such as catastrophic acts of nature, for which insurance cannot be obtained at a commercially reasonable cost. If there is an uninsured loss or a loss in excess of insurance limits, the owner could lose both the revenues generated by the affected property and the capital invested in the property. The owner would, however, remain obligated to repay any mortgage indebtedness or other obligations related to the property. o Investments in real estate are subject to various federal, state and local regulatory requirements including the Americans with Disabilities Act (the "ADA"). The ADA requires that public accommodations reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities and that new construction or alterations be made to commercial facilities to conform to accessibility guidelines. Failure to comply with the ADA can result in injunctions, fines, and damage awards to private parties and additional capital expenditures to remedy noncompliance. Existing requirements may change and compliance with licensing requirements could complicate or delay the transfer of operational control of such properties. This could lead to a significant cash flow burden for the owner to service the debt and otherwise maintain the properties.
Net-leases generally require the lessee to carry comprehensive liability, casualty, workers’ compensation and rental loss insurance. The required coverage is typical of the type, and amount, customarily obtained by an owner of similar properties. However, there are some types of losses, such as catastrophic acts of nature, for which insurance cannot be obtained at a commercially reasonable cost. If there is an uninsured loss or a loss in excess of insurance limits, the owner could lose both the revenues generated by the affected property and the capital invested in the property. The owner would, however, remain obligated to repay any mortgage indebtedness or other obligations related to the property.
Investments in real estate are subject to various federal, state and local regulatory requirements including the Americans with Disabilities Act (the “ADA”). The ADA requires that public accommodations reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities and that new construction or alterations be made to commercial facilities to conform to accessibility guidelines. Failure to comply with the ADA can result in injunctions, fines, and damage awards to private parties and additional capital expenditures to remedy noncompliance. Existing requirements may change and compliance

-27- with future requirements may involve significant unanticipated expenditures. Although typically these expenditures would be the responsibility of the lessee under the terms of net-leases, if lessees fail to perform these obligations, the owner may be required to do so. o Under federal, state and local environmental laws, the owner may be required to investigate and clean up any release of hazardous or toxic substances or petroleum products at its properties, regardless of its knowledge or actual responsibility, simply because of current or past ownership of the real estate. If unidentified environmental problems arise, the owner may have to make substantial payments, which could adversely affect cash flow and the ability to make distributions to stockholders. This is so because: 1. The owner may have to pay for property damage and for investigation and clean-up costs incurred in connection with the contamination. 2. The law may impose clean-up responsibility and liability regardless of whether the owner or operator knew of or caused the contamination. Even if more than one person is responsible for the contamination, each person who shares legal liability under environmental laws may be held responsible for all of the clean-up costs. 3. Governmental entities and third parties may sue the owner or operator of a contaminated site for damages and costs.


with future requirements may involve significant unanticipated expenditures. Although typically these expenditures would be the responsibility of the lessee under the terms of net-leases, if lessees fail to perform these obligations, the owner may be required to do so.
Under federal, state and local environmental laws, the owner may be required to investigate and clean up any release of hazardous or toxic substances or petroleum products at its properties, regardless of its knowledge or actual responsibility, simply because of current or past ownership of the real estate. If unidentified environmental problems arise, the owner may have to make substantial payments, which could adversely affect cash flow and the ability to make distributions to stockholders. This is so because:

1.The owner may have to pay for property damage and for investigation and clean-up costs incurred in connection with the contamination.
2.The law may impose clean-up responsibility and liability regardless of whether the owner or operator knew of or caused the contamination. Even if more than one person is responsible for the contamination, each person who shares legal liability under environmental laws may be held responsible for all of the clean-up costs.
3.Governmental entities and third parties may sue the owner or operator of a contaminated site for damages and costs.

In investigating the acquisition of real estate, environmental studies are typically performed to establish the existence of any contamination. In addition, net-leases generally require lessees to operate properties in compliance with environmental laws and to indemnify the owner against environmental liability arising from the operation of such properties. o

An owner may desire to sell a property in the future because of changes in market conditions or poor lessee performance or to avail itself of other opportunities. An owner may also be required to sell a property in the future to meet debt obligations or avoid a default. Unlike investments in mortgage securities, real estate cannot always be sold quickly, and there can be no assurance that the properties can be sold at a favorable price or that a prospective buyer will view existing lease or operating arrangements favorably. In addition, a property may require restoration or modification before it is sold.

INVESTMENT COMPANY ACT OF 1940

The Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the “Investment Company Act”), exempts entities that are primarily engaged in the business of purchasing or otherwise acquiring mortgages and other liens on, and interests in, real estate. Capstead intends to conduct its business so as not to become regulated as an investment company under the Investment Company Act. If the Company fails to qualify for this exemption, its ability to use leverage would be substantially reduced and it would be unable to conduct its business as described herein.

Under the current interpretation of the staff of the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), in order to qualify for this exemption a REIT must maintain at least 55% of its assets directly in qualifying real estate interests. Mortgage-backed securities that do not represent all of the certificates issued with respect to an underlying pool of mortgages (“Non-whole Pool Securities”) may be treated as separate from the underlying mortgage loans and, thus, may not qualify for purposes of the 55% requirement. Therefore, the provisions of the Investment Company Act limit ownership of these mortgage-backed securities.

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In satisfying the 55% requirement under the Investment Company Act, a REIT may treat mortgage-backed securities issued with respect to an underlying pool to which it holds all issued certificates (“Whole Pool Securities”) as qualifying real estate interests. If the SEC or its staff adopts a contrary interpretation of such treatment, the REIT could be required to sell a substantial amount of Non-whole Pool Securities or other non-qualified assets under potentially adverse market conditions. Further, in order to ensure continued qualification for the exemption under the Investment Company Act, a REIT might be precluded from acquiring Non-whole Pool Securities even if their yield is higher than the yield of Whole Pool Securities. These factors may lower earnings.

CRITICAL ACCOUNTING POLICIES AND ESTIMATES Management's

Management’s discussion and analysis of financial condition and results of operations is based upon Capstead'sCapstead’s consolidated financial statements, which have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States. The preparation of these financial statements requires the use of estimates and judgments that can affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities (including contingencies), revenues and expenses as well as related disclosures. These estimates are based on available internal and market information and appropriate valuation methodologies believed to be reasonable under the circumstances, the results of which form the basis for making judgments about the expected useful lives and carrying values of assets and liabilities which can materially affect the determination of net income and book value per common share. Actual results may differ from these estimates under different assumptions or conditions.

Management believes the following are critical accounting policies in the preparation of Capstead'sCapstead’s consolidated financial statements that involve the use of estimates requiring considerable judgment: o Amortization of Premiums and Discounts on Financial Assets and Borrowings -- Premiums and discounts on financial assets and borrowings are recognized in earnings as adjustments to interest income or interest expense by the interest method over the estimated lives of the related assets or -28- borrowings. For most of Capstead's financial assets, and for its CMO borrowings, estimates and judgments related to future levels of mortgage prepayments are critical to this determination (see "Effects of Interest Rate Changes"). o Fair Value and Impairment Accounting for Financial Assets -- Most of Capstead's mortgage securities and similar investments portfolio and a small portion of its CMO collateral and investments portfolio are classified as held available-for-sale and recorded at fair value on the balance sheet with unrealized gains and losses recorded in stockholders' equity as a component of Accumulated other comprehensive income. As such, these unrealized gains and losses enter into the calculation of book value per common share. Generally, gains or losses are recognized in earnings only if sold; however, if a decline in fair value of an individual asset below its amortized cost occurs that is determined to be other than temporary, the difference between amortized cost and fair value would be included in Other revenue (expense) as an impairment charge. Considerable judgment is required interpreting market data to develop estimated fair values, particularly in circumstances of deteriorating credit quality and market liquidity (see "NOTE 10" to the accompanying consolidated financial statements for discussion of how Capstead values its financial assets, "Risks of Interest Rate Changes" and "Risks Associated with Credit-Sensitive Investments"). o Depreciation and Impairment Accounting for Real Estate held for Lease -- Real estate is carried at cost less accumulated depreciation. Depreciation is provided using the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of buildings, equipment and fixtures. If a significant adverse event or change in circumstances occurs, management would assess if the values of the Company's real estate properties have become impaired. If estimated operating cash flows (undiscounted and without interest charges) of a property over its remaining useful life are less than its net carrying value, the difference between net carrying value and fair value would be included in Other revenue (expense) as an impairment charge. Considerable judgment is required in determining useful lives of components of real estate properties and in estimating operating cash flows, particularly during periods of changing circumstances (see "Risks Associated with Owning Real Estate"

Amortization of Premiums and Discounts on Financial Assets and Borrowings— Premiums and discounts on financial assets and borrowings are recognized in earnings as adjustments to interest income or interest expense by the interest method over the estimated lives of the related assets or borrowings. For most of Capstead’s financial assets, and for its CMO borrowings, estimates and judgments related to future levels of mortgage prepayments are critical to this determination (see “Effects of Interest Rate Changes”).
Fair Value and Impairment Accounting for Financial Assets— Most of Capstead’s mortgage securities and similar investments portfolio and a small portion of its CMO collateral and investments portfolio are classified as held available-for-sale and recorded at fair value on the balance sheet with unrealized gains and losses recorded in stockholders’ equity as a component ofAccumulated other comprehensive income. As such, these unrealized gains and losses enter into the calculation of book value per common share. Generally, gains or losses are recognized in earnings only if sold; however, if a decline in fair value of an individual asset below its amortized cost occurs that is determined to be other than temporary, the difference between amortized cost and fair value would be included inOther revenue (expense)as an impairment charge. Considerable judgment is required interpreting market data to develop estimated fair values, particularly in circumstances of deteriorating credit quality and market liquidity (see “NOTE 10” to the accompanying consolidated financial statements for discussion of how Capstead values its financial assets, “Risks of Interest Rate Changes” and “Risks Associated with Credit-Sensitive Investments”).
Depreciation and Impairment Accounting for Real Estate held for Lease— Real estate is carried on the Company’s balance sheet at cost less accumulated depreciation. Depreciation is provided using the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of buildings, equipment and fixtures. If a significant adverse event or change in circumstances occurs, management would assess if the values of the Company’s real estate properties have become impaired. If estimated operating cash flows

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(undiscounted and without interest charges) of a property over its remaining useful life are less than its net carrying value, the difference between net carrying value and fair value would be included inOther revenue (expense) as an impairment charge. Considerable judgment is required in determining useful lives of components of real estate properties and in estimating operating cash flows, particularly during periods of changing circumstances (see “Risks Associated with Owning Real Estate”).

FORWARD LOOKING STATEMENTS

This document contains "forward-looking statements"“forward-looking statements” (within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995) that inherently involve risks and uncertainties. Capstead'sCapstead’s actual results and liquidity can differ materially from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements because of changes in the level and composition of the Company'sCompany’s investments and unforeseen factors. Relative to the Company'sCompany’s investments in financial assets, these factors may include, but are not limited to, changes in general economic conditions, the availability of suitable qualifying investments from both an investment return and regulatory perspective, fluctuations in, and market expectations for fluctuations in, interest rates and levels of mortgage prepayments, deterioration in credit quality and ratings, the effectiveness of risk management strategies, the impact of leverage, liquidity of secondary markets and credit markets, increases in costs and other general competitive factors. Relative to direct investments in real estate, these factors may include, but are not limited to, lessee performance under lease agreements, changes in general as well as local economic conditions and real estate markets, increases in competition and inflationary pressures, changes in the tax and regulatory environment including zoning and environmental laws, uninsured losses or losses in excess of insurance limits and the availability of adequate insurance coverage at reasonable costs. -29-

COMPARISON OF OPERATING INCOME AND DILUTED INCOME PER COMMON SHARE

The following table reconciles net income to operating income and compares the calculation of operating income and operating income per common share to net income and diluted net income per share (in thousands, except per share amounts):
QUARTER ENDED --------------------------------------------------------------------------- SEPTEMBER 30, 2003 JUNE 30, 2003 SEPTEMBER 30, 2002 ---------------------- ---------------------- ---------------------- OPERATING DILUTED OPERATING DILUTED OPERATING DILUTED --------- -------- --------- -------- --------- -------- Net income $ 14,779 $ 14,779 $ 15,241 $ 15,241 $ 22,751 $ 22,751 Adjustments for: Depreciation on real estate 927 -- 927 -- 962 -- Gain on asset sales and CMO redemptions (1,411) -- (1,393) -- (1,901) -- Series B preferred dividends (4,982) -- (4,982) -- (4,990) -- -------- -------- -------- -------- -------- -------- $ 9,313 $ 14,779 $ 9,793 $ 15,241 $ 16,822 $ 22,751 ======== ======== ======== ======== ======== ======== Weighted average common shares outstanding 13,995 13,995 13,978 13,978 13,871 13,871 Net effect of dilutive securities: Preferred B shares -- 8,987 -- 8,943 -- 5,638 Stock options and other preferred shares 353 353 349 349 310 310 -------- -------- -------- -------- -------- -------- 14,348 23,335 14,327 23,270 14,181 19,819 ======== ======== ======== ======== ======== ======== $ 0.65 $ 0.63 $ 0.68 $ 0.65 $ 1.19 $ 1.15 ======== ======== ======== ======== ======== ========
NINE MONTHS ENDED ------------------------------------------------- SEPTEMBER 30, 2003 SEPTEMBER 30, 2002 ---------------------- ---------------------- OPERATING DILUTED OPERATING DILUTED --------- -------- --------- -------- Net income $ 47,563 $ 47,563 $ 75,712 $ 75,712 Adjustments for: Depreciation on real estate 2,781 -- 1,604 -- Gain on asset sales and CMO redemptions (4,551) -- (1,901) -- Series B preferred dividends (14,948) -- (14,970) -- -------- -------- -------- -------- $ 30,845 $ 47,563 $ 60,445 $ 75,712 ======== ======== ======== ======== Weighted average common shares outstanding 13,969 13,969 13,850 13,850 Net effect of dilutive securities: Preferred B shares -- 8,947 -- 5,639 Stock options and other preferred shares 351 351 320 320 -------- -------- -------- -------- 14,320 23,267 14,170 19,809 ======== ======== ======== ======== $ 2.15 $ 2.04 $ 4.27 $ 3.82 ======== ======== ======== ========

                 
  Quarter Ended
  March 31, 2004
 March 31, 2003
  Operating
 Diluted
 Operating
 Diluted
Net income $12,354  $12,354  $17,543  $17,543 
Adjustments for:                
Depreciation on real estate  927      927    
Gain on asset sales and CMO redemptions        (1,748)   
Series B preferred dividends  (4,983)  (4,983)  (4,983)   
   
 
   
 
   
 
   
 
 
  $8,298  $7,371  $11,739  $17,543 
   
 
   
 
   
 
   
 
 
Weighted average common shares outstanding  14,267   14,267   13,935   13,935 
Net effect of dilutive securities:                
Preferred B shares           8,910 
Stock options and other preferred shares  353   353   407   407 
   
 
   
 
   
 
   
 
 
   14,620   14,620   14,342   23,252 
   
 
   
 
   
 
   
 
 
  $0.57  $0.50  $0.82  $0.75 
   
 
   
 
   
 
   
 
 

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ITEM 3. QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURE OF MARKET RISKS

The information required by this Item is incorporated by reference to the information included in Item 2. "Management's“Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations."

ITEM 4. CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES

As of September 30, 2003,March 31, 2004, an evaluation was performed under the supervision and with the participation of the Company'sCompany’s management, including the Chief Executive Officer ("CEO")CEO and Chief Financial Officer ("CFO"(“CFO”), of the effectiveness of the design and operation of the Company'sCompany’s disclosure controls and procedures. Based on that evaluation, the Company'sCompany’s management, including the CEO and CFO, concluded that the Company'sCompany’s disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of September 30, 2003.March 31, 2004. There have been no significant changes in the Company'sCompany’s internal controls or in other factors that could significantly affect internal controls subsequent to September 30, 2003. March 31, 2004.

PART II. -- OTHER INFORMATION

ITEM 1. LEGAL PROCEEDINGS The information required by this item is included in NOTE 13 to the accompanying unaudited interim financial statements and is incorporated herein by reference. 4. SUBMISSION OF MATTERS TO A VOTE OF SECURITY HOLDERS

(a)The annual meeting of stockholders was held April 22, 2004.
(b)The board members included in (c) below were elected to Capstead’s Board of Directors (constituting the entire Board of Directors).
(c)The following items were voted on at the annual meeting:

                   
            Withheld/ Broker
    For
 Against
 Abstentions
 Non-votes
 Election of board members:                
  Andrew F. Jacobs  13,301,700      335,707    
  Gary Keiser  13,255,364      382,043    
  Paul M. Low  13,272,371      365,036    
  Michael G. O'Neil  13,314,001      232,406    
  Howard Rubin  13,268,906      368,501    
  Mark S. Whiting  13,273,947      363,460    
 Ratify Appointment of Ernst & Young LLP as Independent Auditors  13,351,845   145,670   139,692    
 Approval of the 2004 Flexible Long-Term Incentive Plan  5,524,979   1,483,808   360,307   6,268,313 
 Other matters (no other matters)                

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ITEM 6. EXHIBITS AND REPORTS ON FORM 8-K (a) Exhibits: The following Exhibits are presented herewith: Exhibit 12 -- Computation of Ratio of Earnings to Combined Fixed Charges and Preferred Stock Dividends. Exhibit 31.1 -- Certification pursuant to Section 302(a) of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002. Exhibit 32.1 -- Certification pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002. (b) Reports on Form 8-K: Current Report on Form 8-K dated July 22, 2003 announcing second quarter 2003 financial results and management changes at Capstead. -31-

(a)Exhibits: The following Exhibits are presented herewith:
Exhibit 12 — Computation of Ratio of Earnings to Combined Fixed Charges and Preferred Stock Dividends.
Exhibit 31.1 — Certification pursuant to Section 302(a) of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
Exhibit 31.2 — Certification pursuant to Section 302(a) of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
Exhibit 32 — Certification pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
(b)Reports on Form 8-K:
Current Report on Form 8-K dated January 28, 2004 announcing fourth quarter 2003 financial results, record date for Annual Meeting of Stockholders and common dividend schedule for 2004.
Current Report on Form 8-K dated April 22, 2004 announcing first quarter 2004 financial results.

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the RegistrantCompany has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized. CAPSTEAD MORTGAGE CORPORATION Date: November 5, 2003 By: /s/ ANDREW F. JACOBS ----------------------------------- Andrew F. Jacobs President and Chief Executive Officer Date: November 5, 2003 By: /s/ PHILLIP A. REINSCH ----------------------------------- Phillip A. Reinsch Senior Vice
CAPSTEAD MORTGAGE CORPORATION
Registrant



Date: May 4, 2004 By:  /s/ ANDREW F. JACOBS  
Andrew F. Jacobs 
President and Chief Executive Officer 
Date: May 4, 2004 By:  /s/ PHILLIP A. REINSCH  
Phillip A. Reinsch 
Senior Vice President and
Chief Financial Officer 

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