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April net investments hit multi-year low amid rising stock prices and BDC sector struggles.

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26 May 2026
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In April, net investment activity dropped to a multi-year low due to rising stock valuations and weakness in the Business Development Company (BDC) sector, which also faced multiple dividend cuts. Despite these challenges, selective investments in Ares Capital, Blue Owl Capital, and Hercules Capital yielded a 7.5% average return. Dividend income reached a modest record of $990 for April, up 3% year-over-year, with BDCs contributing 27% of dividends so far in Q2. The investor aims for an $11,000 annual net dividend income by 2026, planning portfolio adjustments and cash reserves to manage risks from potential further dividend cuts and uncertain macroeconomic conditions.

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