Stellus Capital Investmen... (SCM)

Although double-digit yields were normal during the 1980s, lower interest rates and a robust stock market have rendered yields of 10% or higher obscure.

Business development companies and real estate investment trusts dominate high-yield monthly payers, benefiting from high interest rates in 2025, though economic downturns pose challenges.

Many investors seek solid passive income from quality dividend stocks.

Stellus Capital Investment Corporation (NYSE:SCM ) Q1 2025 - Earnings Conference Call May 13, 2025 10:00 AM ET Company Participants Robert Ladd - Chief Executive Officer Todd Huskinson - Chief Financi...

Stellus Capital (SCM) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.37 per share, in line with the Zacks Consensus Estimate. This compares to earnings of $0.44 per share a year ago.

Relatively higher rates and muted economic growth will affect demand for personalized financing. Yet, Zacks SBIC & Commercial Finance industry players like BCSF, PNNT and SCM are worth considering.

Stellus Capital (SCM) witnessed a jump in share price last session on above-average trading volume. The latest trend in earnings estimate revisions for the stock suggests that there could be more stre...

Dividend Cut Likely – In my opinion, SCM risks a dividend cut as NII fell below its $0.40 payout, with a 100%+ payout ratio raising sustainability concerns. Rising Credit Issues – SCM's credit quality...