Ares Capital Corporation (ARCC)

The BDC sector faces mounting risks from a weakening economy, high consumer debt, and the potential for further dividend cuts as interest rates decline. Recent dividend cuts by several BDCs highlight ...

July saw strong market gains, especially in tech, but finding bargains is tough as indices approach all-time highs. I focused July investments on high-yield BDCs like OBDC, MFIC, and BXSL, maintaining...

If you're searching for passive income from your investments, dividend stocks can help deliver the goods. Dividend-paying companies share a portion of their profits with shareholders, typically quarte...

A diversified, funds-only portfolio can deliver reliable 6-7% income and market-matching growth, ideal for retirees seeking simplicity and peace of mind. Asset allocation spans dividend growth, bonds,...

We take a look at the action in business development companies through the first week of August and highlight some of the key themes we are watching. BDCs underperformed despite strong early earnings,...

Ares Capital (ARCC) delivered a solid 2.9% NAV return in Q2, maintaining a stable dividend and strong portfolio credit metrics. Portfolio quality remains solid, though non-accruals and internal rating...

Ares Capital is one of the very best BDCs in history. However, ARCC faces two big, growing headwinds. ARCC's dividend coverage is thin, prompting us to take a deeper look at its sustainability.

Despite a tough week for markets, I remain bullish and continue to buy dips, expecting a multi-year bull market fueled by AI and robotics. My Dividend Harvesting Portfolio's diversification helped mit...

Should you buy a weak company at a wonderful price or a wonderful company at a fair price? We look at ARCC to discuss. BDCs are heading into rougher seas, so where should you get your best income? I f...

Ares Capital's Q2 showed mixed results, with declining net investment income but stable fundamentals and a strong yield above 8%. Tighter dividend coverage and increased non-accruals are concerns, but...