Ares Capital Corporation
$ 18.63
2.42%
14 Apr - close price
- Market Cap 13,060,836,000 USD
- Current Price $ 18.63
- High / Low $ 18.65 / 18.22
- Stock P/E 9.78
- Book Value 19.94
- EPS 1.86
- Next Earning Report 2026-04-28
- Dividend Per Share $1.92
- Dividend Yield 10.6 %
- Next Dividend Date -
- ROA 0.05 %
- ROE 0.09 %
- 52 Week High 21.79
- 52 Week Low 17.40
About
Ares Capital Corporation (ARCC) is a leading publicly traded business development company focused on providing customized financing solutions to middle-market businesses across multiple sectors. With a dual investment strategy encompassing both debt and equity, ARCC is dedicated to delivering strong risk-adjusted returns for investors while emphasizing capital preservation. The firm's comprehensive credit evaluation process and diversified investment portfolio reflect its commitment to sustainable growth in the private equity market. Leveraging the substantial resources and global capabilities of its parent, Ares Management Corporation, ARCC is well-equipped to seize emerging investment opportunities and drive long-term value creation.
Analyst Target Price
$21.88
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 | 0.48 |
| 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): | - |
| Dividend Yield | - |
| Next Dividend Date | - |
| Ex-Dividend Date | - |
Recent News: ARCC
2026-04-15 11:49:49
Prairiewood Capital LLC increased its stake in Ares Capital Corporation (NASDAQ:ARCC) by 22.9% in the 4th quarter, purchasing an additional 56,465 shares, bringing its total holdings to 303,282 shares valued at $6.135 million. The article also details other institutional investor activity, Ares Capital's stock performance, recent earnings, dividend announcement, and insider trading by company executives. Analyst ratings for ARCC are mixed, with an average "Moderate Buy" rating and a price target of $21.38.
2026-04-13 11:39:07
Tectonic Advisors LLC increased its stake in Ares Capital Corporation (ARCC) by 10.8% in the fourth quarter, bringing their total holdings to 662,533 shares valued at approximately $13.4 million. Despite the company offering a high annual dividend yield of 10.6%, its payout ratio of 103.23% raises concerns about its sustainability. Several analysts have adjusted their price targets for Ares Capital, with the stock currently holding a "Moderate Buy" rating and a consensus target price of $21.38.
2026-04-11 11:11:29
This article provides detailed financial information and recent news for Ares Capital Corp (ARCC), a business development company investing in US and Canadian firms. It includes stock performance data, key financial ratios, analyst ratings, and a list of recent news articles, highlighting discussions around private credit and dividend information.
2026-04-09 10:39:26
Muzinich & Co. Inc. significantly increased its stake in Ares Capital Corporation (NASDAQ:ARCC) by 30.6% in the fourth quarter, making it their largest holding. Insider confidence was also demonstrated through recent share purchases by the CEO and CFO. Despite a high dividend yield of 10.6%, the company faces a payout ratio above 100% and has seen some analysts lower their price targets, although the consensus remains a "Moderate Buy."
2026-04-09 08:50:56
CCLA Investment Management significantly reduced its stake in Ares Capital Corporation ($ARCC) by 37.5% in the fourth quarter, selling over 1 million shares. Despite this, company insiders, including CEO Michael Kort Schnabel and CFO Scott C. Lem, increased their holdings in early February. Ares Capital offers a 10.6% dividend yield, though its high payout ratio of 103% raises questions about sustainability.
2026-04-08 14:39:56
This article identifies three high-yield dividend stocks—Ares Capital (ARCC), Annaly Capital (NLY), and AGNC Investment (AGNC)—that can generate significant passive income. By investing $25,000 into each, a total of $75,000 can produce approximately $9,475 in annual passive income, representing a blended yield of about 13%. The author emphasizes the benefits of dividend income for financial stability and liquidity, especially during market volatility.
