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BDC valuations fall, creating buying opportunities amid Fed rate hikes and low default rates.

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04 Oct 2026
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BDC valuations fall, creating buying opportunities amid Fed rate hikes and low default rates.

Business Development Company (BDC) sector valuations have declined, offering attractive entry points for investors as yields rise with ongoing Federal Reserve rate hikes. Despite low default rates around 1.5%, there is an increase in loan amendments and lender-control events, signaling some caution. Saratoga Investment Corp. has increased its 8% unsecured notes due 2031, maintaining high leverage but providing reasonable protection for unsecured bondholders. These trends highlight both opportunities and risks in the BDC market going forward.

The Business Development Company (BDC) sector's recent default rate estimates are varied. For readers following financials, here is Pluang's market snapshot as of Oct 04, 2026 21:01 WIB: Among 85 priced Financials-sector US stocks tradable on Pluang, 43 rose and 42 fell. Notable movers include GEMI at USD 4.67 with a 1-day change of -7.89%, FUTU at USD 102.17 down 4.00%, and WULF at USD 15.49 up 3.89%.

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