Ares Capital Corporation
$ 19.18
0.68%
24 Feb - close price
- Market Cap 13,678,335,000 USD
- Current Price $ 19.18
- High / Low $ 19.36 / 18.96
- Stock P/E 10.24
- Book Value 19.94
- EPS 1.86
- Next Earning Report 2026-04-28
- Dividend Per Share $1.92
- Dividend Yield 10 %
- Next Dividend Date 2026-03-31
- ROA 0.05 %
- ROE 0.09 %
- 52 Week High 22.38
- 52 Week Low 17.08
About
Ares Capital Corporation (ARCC) stands as one of the premier publicly traded business development companies (BDCs) in the United States, specializing in delivering tailored financing solutions to middle-market enterprises across a multitude of sectors. The firm utilizes a dynamic investment approach, balancing both debt and equity investments, to achieve sustainable risk-adjusted returns for its investors. With a well-diversified portfolio backed by disciplined credit assessment practices, Ares Capital is committed to capital preservation while seizing growth opportunities within the private equity landscape. Leveraging the global presence and extensive resources of its parent company, Ares Management Corporation, ARCC enhances its investment strategy and solidifies its competitive edge within the market.
Analyst Target Price
$22.27
Quarterly Earnings
| Dec 2025 | Sep 2025 | Jun 2025 | Mar 2025 | Dec 2024 | Sep 2024 | Jun 2024 | Mar 2024 | Dec 2023 | Sep 2023 | Jun 2023 | Mar 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reported Date | 2026-02-04 | 2025-10-29 | 2025-07-29 | 2025-04-29 | 2025-02-05 | 2024-10-30 | 2024-07-30 | 2024-05-01 | 2024-02-07 | 2023-10-24 | 2023-07-25 | 2023-04-25 |
| Reported EPS | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.55 | 0.58 | 0.61 | 0.59 | 0.63 | 0.59 | 0.58 | 0.57 |
| Estimated EPS | 0.4981 | 0.5 | 0.51 | 0.54 | 0.58 | 0.59 | 0.58 | 0.6 | 0.6 | 0.58 | 0.57 | 0.59 |
| Surprise | 0.0019 | 0 | -0.01 | -0.04 | -0.03 | -0.01 | 0.03 | -0.01 | 0.03 | 0.01 | 0.01 | -0.02 |
| Surprise Percentage | 0.3814% | 0% | -1.9608% | -7.4074% | -5.1724% | -1.6949% | 5.1724% | -1.6667% | 5% | 1.7241% | 1.7544% | -3.3898% |
Next Quarterly Earnings
| Mar 2026 | |
|---|---|
| Reported Date | 2026-04-28 |
| Fiscal Date Ending | 2026-03-31 |
| Estimated EPS | 0.4826 |
| Currency | USD |
Previous Dividend Records
| Mar 2026 | Dec 2025 | Sep 2025 | Jun 2025 | Mar 2025 | Dec 2024 | Sep 2024 | Jun 2024 | Mar 2024 | Dec 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Payment Date | 2026-03-31 | 2025-12-30 | 2025-09-30 | 2025-06-30 | 2025-03-31 | 2024-12-30 | 2024-09-30 | 2024-06-28 | 2024-03-29 | 2023-12-28 |
| Amount | $0.48 | $0.48 | $0.48 | $0.48 | $0.48 | $0.48 | $0.48 | $0.48 | $0.48 | $0.48 |
Next Dividend Records
| Dividend per share (year): | $1.92 |
| Dividend Yield | 10% |
| Next Dividend Date | 2026-03-31 |
| Ex-Dividend Date | 2026-03-13 |
Recent News: ARCC
2026-02-23 19:17:51
Ares Capital Corp (ARCC) has seen a 5.18% decrease in its short interest as a percent of float since its last report, with 16.94 million shares sold short, representing 2.38% of regular shares available for trading. It would take traders an average of 3.14 days to cover their short positions. Despite the decline in short interest, which could signal a more bullish sentiment, the article emphasizes that this doesn't guarantee an immediate stock price increase.
2026-02-15 23:27:39
Ares Capital (ARCC) stock closed at $19.37 on Friday, February 14, 2026, ahead of the Presidents Day break, leaving investors to focus on upcoming Fed minutes, and new U.S. inflation and growth numbers. The business development company's stock, which holds floating-rate loans, is sensitive to Federal Reserve rate decisions that can impact dividend projections. ARCC recently announced a $0.48 first-quarter dividend per share and extended its $1 billion share buyback plan through 2027.
2026-02-13 13:56:54
Ares Capital (ARCC) has proven to be a reliable income anchor, with its dividend growing 26% since 2016 and shareholders collecting more than the original purchase price in dividends. The company maintains strong credit quality with low non-accruals, outperforming smaller BDC peers. Its consistent dividends have allowed for reinvestment, and the income stream provides market independence for investors.
2026-02-10 11:28:29
Ares Capital Corp's CFO and Treasurer, Lem Scott C, purchased 5,186 shares of ARCC common stock for $100,037 on February 6, 2026. This insider buying demonstrates confidence in the company, which boasts a 9.86% dividend yield and a history of 23 consecutive years of dividend payments. The purchase follows Ares Capital's Q4 2025 earnings, which met analyst EPS expectations despite a slight revenue miss, reinforcing positive investor sentiment.
2026-02-10 03:29:56
Ares Capital's CFO, Scott Lem, purchased 5,186 shares of ARCC stock valued at $100,037.94, increasing his stake by 15.13%. The company also announced a quarterly dividend of $0.48 per share, yielding 9.9%. Ares Capital reported Q4 adjusted EPS of $0.50, matching estimates, and revenues of $793 million, slightly below expectations.
2026-02-10 03:29:56
Lem Scott C, CFO of Ares Capital (ARCC), purchased 5,186 shares of the company's common stock for $100,037 on February 6, 2026. This insider transaction increases his direct ownership to 39,463 shares. The purchase follows Ares Capital reporting Q4 2025 earnings that met analyst expectations, and the company offers a 9.86% dividend yield with 23 consecutive years of dividend payments.
