Ares Capital Corp (ARCC) has declared a dividend of $0.48 per share, payable to shareholders of record. The ex-dividend date is set for December 14, 2025, meaning investors must own shares before this date to qualify for the dividend. The payment date is scheduled for December 29, 2025.
This quarterly dividend represents a yield of 9.50%, indicating the annual dividend income relative to the stock price. Ares Capital Corp continues its trend of regular dividend payments, reflecting its operational stability and commitment to returning capital to shareholders.
With a market capitalisation of $14.3 billion, Ares Capital Corp operates in the financial services sector, providing asset-based cash flow solutions primarily to small and middle-market companies. The firm invests in first lien senior secured loans and second lien senior secured loans, among other financial instruments. Its investment focus spans various industries, including software and services, healthcare, and energy.
The upcoming earnings report is anticipated on July 26, 2026, with estimated earnings per share of $0.51 and revenues of $804.7 million. Such decisions reflect the company's ongoing strategy to maintain a robust dividend policy while navigating its investment landscape.
Investors are encouraged to consider the company's dividend history and overall financial health when evaluating the sustainability of these payments.