The BDC sector has been hammered. The discounts have become deep almost across the board. The question is whether to enter now, or is the risk still too high that it will end up being a 'catching a falling knife' moment?
MAIN continues to trade at nearly double book value despite rising non-accruals and sector-wide credit risks. MAIN's non-accruals reached 5% of the portfolio by cost, mirroring levels at FS KKR Capital that triggered dividend reassessment. A potential cycle of Federal Reserve rate cuts and increasing credit stress poses risks to BDCs, including MAIN.
Many companies pay dividends, and most of them make quarterly payments. However, some make monthly payouts, making them ideal for those seeking to generate passive income.
BDCs have already experienced a notable correction. The sector median P/NAV metric indicates ~12% discount to NAV. Many players are priced even below that.
Invests $14.0 Million in Recapitalization of The Financial Risk Group, LLC HOUSTON , Sept. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Main Street Capital Corporation (NYSE: MAIN) ("Main Street") is pleased to announce that it recently completed a new portfolio investment to facilitate the minority recapitalization of The Financial Risk Group, LLC ("FRG" or the "Company"), a premier risk management firm providin...
AI disruption is happening faster than most expect, with trillions in CapEx reshaping industries and creating huge risks for income investors. BDCs thrive on high yields, but their heavy software exposure now faces AI-driven disruption that could upend portfolios and cash flows. I'm staying cautious, focusing on proven BDCs with strong diversification and lower disruption risk to balance income...
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