I transitioned from traditional S&P 500 index funds to high-yield dividend assets to build a more secure income stream. I eventually crossed an average above $3K per month. Business Development Companies like Ares Capital and Blackstone Secured Lending offer high dividend yields, making them attractive for income-focused portfolios. Option ETFs, such as JPMorgan Equity Premium Income ETF, provi...
High-yield dividend stocks like BDCs and REITs offer stability amidst market volatility, distributing 90% of taxable income to shareholders, and avoiding double taxation. Blue Owl Capital Corp. carries a diversified, first-lien-focused lending portfolio, consistent double-digit ROE, and a well-covered 11.8% total dividend yield. Omega Healthcare Investors benefit from a resilient skilled nursin...
The Value Score identifies large-cap stocks offering high intrinsic value relative to their price, helping investors find undervalued companies with strong assets and profits. The Ben Graham Formula highlights ultra-stable stocks with strong earnings, dividends, and low valuations, ideal for long-term, defensive investing. 24 out of 69 April Graham All-Star-Value (GASV) Dividend stocks offer “s...
Market volatility has increased, making it challenging to predict future Treasury rates and impacting the frequency of my article publications. Price-to-book ratios reveal bargains. Preferred shares offer lower risk and high yields; recent trades in DX-C and EFC-B have been profitable.
We take a look at the action in business development companies through the second week of April and highlight some of the key themes we are watching. BDCs experienced a 3% decline this week, with volatility at its highest since COVID; traded volumes matched COVID levels. The trade war and market meltdown are causing growth slowdowns and inflation, potentially leading to Fed rate cuts.
We take a look at the action in business development companies through the first week of April and highlight some of the key themes we are watching. BDCs faced significant losses, with average returns around -9% on the week with valuations dropping below historical averages. Valuation uncertainty is high due to quarterly NAV declarations and systemic/idiosyncratic factors; estimated NAV drops a...
Blue Owl Capital Corporation offers a compelling 13% dividend yield after a recent market downturn, making it attractive for income investors. Despite market slumps, Blue Owl Capital has outperformed the S&P 500, thanks to its resilient, diversified, and low-risk investment portfolio. The company's solid BBB- credit rating and high percentage of first-lien debt, positions it well against potent...
Why I'm celebrating this market crash—and loading up on these high-yield assets. Tariffs, recession fears, and falling interest rates: here's where smart money is going now. These overlooked stocks could soar—even if some tariffs remain in place.
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