We take a look at the action in preferreds and baby bonds through the second week of September and highlight some of the key themes we are watching. Preferreds outperformed other fixed-income sectors this week, with credit spreads at their tightest since February and yields moving lower. Chimera (CIM) issued an 8.875% 2030 baby bond and is increasing its Agency portfolio and MSR allocation afte...
The Dividend Power strategy highlights 35 high-yield stocks, with 12 'safer' picks offering free cash flow yields above dividend yields and fair valuations. Top five 'safer' Dividend Power stocks for September are Carlyle Secured Lending (CGBD), Stellus Capital (SCM), Blue Owl Capital (OBDC), SLR Investment (SLRC), and Seven Hills Realty (SEVN). Analyst projections suggest the top ten Dividend ...
We take a look at the action in business development companies through the first week of September and highlight some of the key themes we are watching. BDCs saw a slight decline this week, with sector valuations near long-term averages. Bond issuance is rising as BDCs refinance maturing debt, shift from floating-rate credit facilities, and capitalize on attractive borrowing rates.
PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla., Sept. 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Great Elm Capital Corp. (the “Company” or “GECC”) (NASDAQ: GECC) announced today the pricing of its underwritten public offering of $50.0 million aggregate principal amount of its 7.75% notes due 2030 (the “Notes”), which will result in net proceeds to the Company of approximately $48.1 million after payment of underwriting discounts ...
PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla., Sept. 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Great Elm Capital Corp. (the “Company” or “GECC”) (NASDAQ: GECC) announced today the commencement of an underwritten public offering of unsecured notes due 2030 (the “Notes”). The Notes are expected to be listed on The Nasdaq Global Market under the trading symbol “GECCG,” and to trade thereon within 30 days from the original issue da...
PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla., Aug. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Great Elm Capital Corp. (the “Company” or “GECC”), (NASDAQ: GECC), a business development company, has issued approximately 1.3 million shares, representing 9.9% of the Company's outstanding common stock, at $11.65 per share for gross proceeds of $15.0 million to an affiliate of Booker Smith, a newly appointed director of Great Elm Gro...
I highlight 35 top-yield Dividend Power stocks, focusing on high earnings yield and dividend yield for value and resilience in volatile markets. Nine stocks stand out as 'safer' picks, with free cash flow yields exceeding dividend yields, making them attractive for income-focused investors. Analyst projections suggest potential net gains of 24% to 67% by August 2026 for the top ten picks, thoug...
GECCI's baby bond offers a high 7.92% yield, short maturity, and strong financials, making it a compelling buy opportunity. CSWCZ's baby bond has a negative yield to maturity of -16.72%, signaling a clear sell recommendation despite its solid company background. Both bonds are unrated, so investors should carefully check yield versus price before making decisions, as market conditions can change.
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