Fidus Investment is one of my favorite BDCs, focusing on debt and equity financing solutions with a diversified portfolio of 85 companies. FDUS targets lower middle-market businesses, emphasizing nich
The usual sweet spot range for high and durable income is 6-8%. Anything above that tends to come with unfavorable financial risk. Yet, by being selective and careful, 8%+ exceptions can be found.
High inflation is a serious risk for sustainable wealth creation. One of the best ways to beat inflation and generate real value is devising a high yield strategy. Such a strategy comes with its own s
Fidus Investment offers a high dividend yield of 11.5%, supported by a well-structured portfolio of secured debt investments and consistent earnings. Despite trading at a slight premium to NAV, FDUS r
The primary return source of BDC investments is dividend income. Yet, when there is a mismatch between price and value, it is possible to pocket attractive price returns as well. In this article, I sh

My Top 10 BDCs For 2025

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Despite expected interest rate declines, BDCs are poised for strong performance in 2025 due to potential rate hikes and inflation uncertainties. BDCs provide capital to small businesses, have high yie
Risk is the probability of a negative event in the future. An abstract concept that is not measurable; otherwise it would not be risk. Ascertaining value is the first step in controlling risk, that is
Investing for high yields and for income growth requires different strategies. Yet, sometimes it is possible to find a middle ground by locking in decent yields and growing distributions. In the artic
BDCs are currently exposed to multiple structural headwinds. It is very difficult to substantiate a bullish case for the BDC sector. In my view, to achieve alpha, one would have to go far out on the r
Fidus Investment offers an attractive 8.4% forward yield with supplemental dividends, making it a solid choice for income-focused investors despite lacking upside catalysts. The BDC's portfolio value
The financial outlook for many BDCs is not promising. Already lower base rates will continue to depress results in Q4 reports. The trajectory for SOFR is not great either.
BDCs offer attractive opportunities for income investors to enhance their portfolio yields. Yet, since the yields are so enticing, the chances are high for getting caught in value traps. In the articl
Private credit/BDC investments offer exposure to structural growth and a significant portfolio yield enhancement. Yet, we have to be extra careful of not falling into value traps and investing in unsu
Main Street Capital and Fidus Investment have been my top BDC picks since late 2023. So far, both have outperformed the index, which might raise the question of potential overvaluation. I compare FDUS
We provide a Q3 update of the business development company Fidus Investment. Fidus Investment trades at a 12.2% dividend yield and shows consistent outperformance at a modest valuation. Q3 adjusted ne
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