BKCC Stock

We take a look at the BDC sector through the second week of March. BDC returns were marginally positive, with some companies significantly dragging down the average weekly return. Q4 saw a significant rise in performance divergence across the sector - an indication of a heightened level of stress by borrowers.

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--BlackRock Capital Investment Corporation (NASDAQ:BKCC) ("BlackRock Capital Investment" or the "Company") announced today that it will report earnings for the fourth quarter 2023 on Tuesday, March 5, 2024 after the close of the financial markets. BlackRock Capital Investment invites all interested persons to attend its webcast/teleconference at 10:00 a.m. (Eastern Time) on Wednesday, March 6, 2024 to discuss its fourth quarter 2023 financial results. The Company's four.

BlackRock Capital Investment Corporation announces merger with BlackRock TCP Capital Corp., resulting in lower management fees and potential for NII growth. The BDC remains focused on First-Lien debt and easily covers its dividend with NII, but suffers from an increase in non-accruals. The merger deal is expected to yield advantages, including an enhanced portfolio size and a more diversified investment portfolio.

BlackRock Capital Investment Corporation offers a high dividend yield of 12%, but it is likely a poor investment for most investors. BKCC invests in highly speculative debt securities and loans from troubled middle-market companies. The company has a history of poor performance, with a 77% decline in share price since inception and declining dividend distributions.

We take a look at the action in business development companies through the second week of September and highlight some of the key themes we are watching. BDC sector fell around 1% this week and remains close to its longer-term average valuation level. Q2 reporting period showed a strong total NAV return, decrease in non-accruals, and an increase in BDC net income.

BlackRock TCP (TCPC) signs a merger agreement with BlackRock Capital (BKCC). The combined company will have better access to capital.

BlackRock Capital Investment Corporation (NASDAQ:BKCC ) Q2 2023 Earnings Conference Call August 3, 2023 10:00 AM ET Company Participants Laurence Paredes - General Counsel and Corporate Secretary James Keenan - Chairman and Interim CEO Nik Singhal - President Chip Holladay - Interim Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer Jason Mehring - Managing Director and Investment Committee Conference Call Participants Melissa Wedel - JPMorgan Operator Good morning. My name is Jenny and I will be your conference facilitator today for the BlackRock Capital Investment Corporation Second Quarter 2023 Earnings Call.

BlackRock Kelso Capital (BKCC) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.12 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.11 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.08 per share a year ago.

BlackRock Capital Investment's dividend history is unattractive, with a suspension during the pandemic and four cuts over the last ten years. The company's net asset value has not been well managed since its 2007 Nasdaq debut, contributing to a lack of market confidence in its future performance. Despite a high degree of safety in future quarters, the company's history of dividend cuts and unstable net asset value make it a risky investment option.