CGBDL: It Is A Good Time For Us To Switch Gears
We constantly monitor BDC-issued Baby Bonds due to the issuers' regulatory leverage limitations and attractive yields, using Moody's BDC credit rating methodology for better evaluation. Carlyle Secured Lending offers a tempting adjusted NII yield of 13.5% and adjusted expected ROE of 11.8%, but with inherent credit and interest rate risks, too. CGBDL, trading at $26.00, offers a 7.50% Yield to Maturity but a less impressive 3.51% Yield to Call, making it less attractive currently.
Horizon Technology: One Of My Highest-Conviction No-Gos In The BDC Space
Since December, 2023, I have been skeptical on Horizon Technology. During this time period, the BDC has registered a negative total return performance of 26%, while the BDC market has delivered a positive figure of 5%. As a result of these declines, HRZN trades at a discount and offers one of the highest dividend yields in the BDC sector.
Kayne Anderson BDC: Solid Income Prospects, Just Needs More Time
The newly listed BDC Kayne Anderson has an effective initial portfolio management, but its brief operational history requires investors to maintain a "HOLD" position. The company has shown stability through early market difficulties while performing better than multiple top-rated BDCs at a slight discount to its net asset value. KBDC has strong financial health through its low debt-to-equity ratio and high institutional ownership, while providing a 10% dividend yield with well-covered dividend payments.
The Dark Side Of BDC Investing
3 hidden risks that could cause your BDC income to get slashed overnight. Why top names may face sharp declines ahead. The only BDCs we are still buying at High Yield Investor are not the ones you may think.
Palmer Square Capital BDC: An Ugly Duckling
Palmer Square Capital BDC's recent dividend cut and high leverage raise concerns, especially given their short track record and economic uncertainty. Despite some positive metrics like high exposure to first-lien loans and larger borrower EBITDAs, caution is warranted due to potential recession risks. The BDC's high leverage ratio of 1.50x, well above peers, limits flexibility and poses risks in a volatile economic environment.
Kayne Anderson BDC: 10% Yield And Low Leverage Make It A Buy
Income stocks like Kayne Anderson BDC are crucial in volatile markets, offering a 10.2% dividend yield and reducing reliance on capital gains. KBDC's portfolio is 98% first-lien senior secured loans and diversified across 110 companies in mostly defensive sectors. Despite lower interest rates, KBDC's solid underwriting, low leverage ratio, and steady NAV performance provide a strong foundation for future growth.
BDC Weekly Review: Consequences Of The Trade War For BDCs
We take a look at the action in business development companies through the second week of April and highlight some of the key themes we are watching. BDCs experienced a 3% decline this week, with volatility at its highest since COVID; traded volumes matched COVID levels. The trade war and market meltdown are causing growth slowdowns and inflation, potentially leading to Fed rate cuts.
Very Bad News For BDCs: How To Play President Trump's Tariff Volatility
The business development company, or BDC, sector's strong run appears to be coming to an end. The dividend party may be over, and I share one sector favorite whose dividend may surprisingly be in trouble. I also share one BDC, whose dividend remains relatively safe and its stock trades at a compelling valuation.
2 BDCs To Sell Before They Announce Dividend Cuts
Private credit and BDC sectors have faced steep losses, with the BDC index down nearly 15% YTD, worse than the S&P 500. Economic uncertainties, stagnant M&A/LBO markets, potential Fed rate cuts negatively impact BDCs, especially those with weak margin of safety. In the article I discuss two BDCs, which are, in my view, about to cut their dividends this year.
Chicago Atlantic BDC: Capturing The Growth Of Cannabis
Chicago Atlantic BDC (LIEN) is a business development company focused on debt investments, primarily in the cannabis sector, offering a 12.7% dividend yield. LIEN's portfolio is concentrated, with 77% in cannabis businesses, but management is diversifying into non-cannabis sectors to mitigate regulatory risks. Despite trading at a 19% discount to NAV, LIEN shows strong fundamentals, growing net investment income, and no non-accruals, but faces rising PIK income.
BDC Weekly Review: CGBD Completes Its Merger
We take a look at the action in business development companies through the last week of March and highlight some of the key themes we are watching. BDCs finished flat for the week with MAIN and HTGC underperforming; sector valuation remains slightly above historic averages and down 7% from the recent peak. Carlyle Secured Lending's merger with CSL III closed, potentially pushing CGBD prices lower; CGBD is down 3.5% YTD, slightly expensive, but worth watching.
Volatile Times But Stable Retirement Income: 1 BDC And 1 REIT To Buy
My core strategy focuses on high-quality, durable income streams, which are now benefiting from the current market conditions favoring value/income-based investing. Income investors may finally outperform growth-tilted indices due to macro-level factors muting growth expectations and emphasizing quality and defense. Yet, we have to still be careful of not falling into value traps and securities that have a thin margin of safety on their dividend fronts.
