Fidus Investment Corporation Stock News

Fidus Investment stands out among BDCs for solid performance, growing portfolio, and resilient NAV despite sector headwinds and lower base rates. High equity ownership and disciplined credit quality have enabled FDUS to outperform peers, maintaining income and dividend coverage even as others struggled. Balance sheet strength, low leverage, and ample liquidity support FDUS' defensive posture, b...

FDUS offers a strong 11.2% dividend yield with solid coverage, making it attractive for income-focused investors seeking reliable distributions. The portfolio is well-diversified, primarily in secured debt, and has outperformed peers on non-accrual rates despite macroeconomic headwinds. Recent earnings were solid, with stable net investment income and increased new investment activity, supporte...

Fidus Investment (FDUS) offers an 11% dividend yield and trades at a 1% premium to NAV, with efficient net investment income generation due to low leverage and low interest expense. The company's Q1 adjusted net investment income was flat at $0.54, with a stable NAV and a managed dividend policy ensuring 100% coverage. FDUS's portfolio quality remains strong, with modest non-accruals and improv...

Fidus Investment (NASDAQ:FDUS ) Q1 2025 Earnings Conference Call May 9, 2025 9:00 AM ET Company Participants Jody Burfening - Alliance Advisors IR Edward Ross - Chairman, Chief Executive Officer Shelby Sherard - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Robert Dodd - Raymond James Mickey Schleien - Ladenburg Thalmann & Co. Inc. Sean Paul Adams - B. Riley Securities Operator Good day ...

Total Return can be misleading if not supported by NAV growth, as it may include unsustainable distributions and Return of Capital. Behavioral finance shows markets are irrational, making it crucial to consider practical aspects beyond theoretical Total Return calculations. I believe that NAV performance can affect our discretion in the reinvestment choices for the distributions we receive from...

My BDC Portfolio: 2 Months In And A Clear Alpha Performance

EVANSTON, Ill., April 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fidus Investment Corporation (NASDAQ: FDUS) (“Fidus” or the “Company”) today announced that it will report its first quarter 2025 financial results on Thursday, May 8, 2025 after the close of the financial markets.

FDUS is back on my "buy" list due to its solid valuation, despite increased market uncertainty from tariffs and potential recession risks. FDUS boasts a well-covered +9% regular dividend yield, with a current DPS coverage of 125%. FDUS has a solid portfolio with 78.6% secured debt investments, but I prefer BXSL and MSDL for their higher focus on first-lien debt in uncertain times.