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Carlyle Secured Lending Inc. (NASDAQ:CGBD ) Q4 2024 Earnings Conference Call February 26, 2025 11:00 AM ET Company Participants Nishil Mehta - Head of Shareholder Relations Justin Plouffe - Chief Executive Officer Thomas Hennigan - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Finian O'Shea - Wells Fargo Melissa Weddle - JPMorgan Derek Hewett - Bank of America Operator Good day and thank...

NEW YORK, Feb. 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Carlyle Secured Lending, Inc. (together with its consolidated subsidiaries, “we,” “us,” “our,” “CGBD” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: CGBD) today announced its financial results for its fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2024. Justin Plouffe, CGBD's Chief Executive Officer said, “CGBD produced a strong finish to 2024 with portfolio growth driv...

We take a look at the action in business development companies through the second week of February and highlight some of the key themes we are watching. BDCs saw a strong 2% gain, driven by solid earnings and hot inflation numbers, with CGBD underperforming due to a BOA rating cut. Morgan Stanley Direct Lending Fund seeks shareholder approval to increase shares significantly, a common practice ...

The past couple of months, which include the steepening of the yield curve, have been positive for BDCs. However, higher long-term rates and a steeper yield curve create a net negative effect for BDC fundamentals. In this article, I explain the recent divergence between BDC prices and the worsening interest rate environment.

Carlyle Secured Lending's baby bonds face increased call risk, prompting me to sell, despite the company's solid performance and no immediate financial threats. Net investment income has decreased slightly, but interest payments remain secure, with sustainable base dividends and variable special dividends benefiting shareholders. I sold my CGBDL position after the bond price exceeded $26, as th...

NEW YORK, Jan. 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Carlyle Secured Lending, Inc. (“Carlyle Secured Lending”) (NASDAQ: CGBD) will host a conference call at 11:00 a.m. EST on Wednesday, February 26, 2025 to announce its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2024. A news release containing the quarterly results will be issued on Tuesday, February 25, 2025.

I am downgrading my rating on Carlyle Secured Lending to a hold due to its current premium to NAV, making it less attractive for new positions. CGBD's portfolio strength, high dividend yield of 10.3%, and reduced non-accrual rate contribute to its solid outperformance compared to peer BDCs. Despite mixed financial results, CGBD's portfolio operates on a floating rate basis, benefiting from high...

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 yields, and are sensitive to interest rate changes, making them attractive for dividend-focused investors. Top BDCs like Ares Capital, Main Street Capital, and Blackstone Secured Lending show strong f...