Belden Inc.

5 hours ago · globenewswire.com

CALGARY, Alberta, Sept. 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DIRTT Environmental Solutions Ltd. ("DIRTT" or the "Company") (TSX: DRT; OTCQX: DRTTF), a leader in industrialized construction, today announced the completion of its previously announced financing with the Business Development Bank of Canada ("BDC") under which BDC committed to lending the Company up to C$15.0 million (the "Loan").

1 day ago · seekingalpha.com

We take a look at the action in business development companies through the second week of September and highlight some of the key themes we are watching. BDCs declined amid rising yields, Fed rate hike expectations, and geopolitical tensions. Recent bond issuances by ARCC, CSWC, OCSL, and OTF highlight sector-wide net income headwinds from refinancing at higher rates.

4 days ago · seekingalpha.com

TRIN's expanding debt and equity commitments support portfolio growth, although 91% of unfunded commitments remain subject to due diligence and investment-committee approval. Record Q2 fundings were back-end weighted, positioning Trinity Capital for a fuller contribution to net investment income in the upcoming Q3 quarter. TRIN has favorable interest-rate sensitivity, with materially greater earnings upside from higher rates than downside from moderate rate cuts.

4 days ago · seekingalpha.com

GSBD is rated a hold due to ongoing NAV declines and credit health concerns despite recent recovery efforts. GSBD's dividend coverage has improved post-cut, with an adjusted NII to dividend ratio around 115%, supporting the current base dividend. Management demonstrates sector expertise in software lending, proactively assessing AI risks and focusing on mission-critical, 'sticky' portfolio companies.

8 days ago · forbes.com

Rate hikes are back on the table. For most investors, that's bad news.

10 days ago · seekingalpha.com

Gladstone Investment stands out as a stable BDC, outperforming sector peers and benchmarks during recent industry declines. GAIN's baby bond GAING offers a compelling 7.5% yield-to-worst and a 3.77% spread over Treasuries, with strong credit metrics supporting the position. GAING's duration is 3.6 years, with 4.5 years to maturity and a call date of 05/01/2028, balancing yield and interest rate risk.

11 days ago · businesswire.com

HARRISBURG, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $EXC #BuildingDecarb--67% increase in Pennsylvania gas utility bills driven by $11 billion in ‘Big Six' gas pipeline spending, BDC Reports.

12 days ago · seekingalpha.com

The BDC sector thrived post-COVID as low rates and strong underwriting supported robust dividends and performance. Rising rates initially sparked default fears, but BDCs benefited from higher coupons and stable funding costs, with limited non-accrual uptick. Since early 2025, most BDCs have cut dividends, and total returns now barely match inflation or T-bill rates.

13 days ago · etftrends.com

Financial advisors are only getting started with alternatives. Cerulli Associates says the money flowing into these strategies through the advisor channel is nowhere close to peaking.

14 days ago · seekingalpha.com

Ares Capital remains my top BDC pick, offering a durable 9.6% yield and industry-leading underwriting through credit normalization. Q2 2026 showcased resilient credit metrics, accelerating deal flow, and enhanced funding flexibility, with $6 billion in liquidity and a new commercial paper program. Dividend coverage is robust: NII, TTM core earnings, and $1.38/share spillover reserve support the $0.48 quarterly payout, with 60 consecutive stable or rising payments.