Buy Any Of Santa's 14 Ideal Safer Dividend Power Dogs

The December Dividend Power list identifies 35 high-yield stocks, with 14 offering 'safer' dividends backed by free cash flow yields exceeding dividend yields. Top actionable picks include Annaly Capital, Barings BDC, Noah Holdings, Blue Owl Capital, and SLR Investment, all meeting the dogcatcher ideal for safety and value. Analyst projections estimate average net gains of 38.75% for the top ten Dividend Power stocks by December 2026, with risk profiles generally below market average.

Seeking Alpha • Dec 13, 2025

Two Classes Of Mortgage REITs

Agency mortgage REITs duel to the dividend cut. There are 7 facing off. The top 3 are much better than the other 4. Valuations are important and awful. Deal with it.

Seeking Alpha • Dec 11, 2025

These Big BDC Yields Look Tempting But Come With Even Bigger Risks

The bankruptcy of auto-parts supplier First Brands has hit a corner of the market known for high dividends. Does that make these assets bargains?

Forbes • Dec 9, 2025

My Biggest Contrarian Bet: The BDC Hidden Income Gift

The market seems to question the true fair value of BDC portfolios. There is a fear that the BDCs will start to report elevated non-accruals, which would make their life more difficult (as they have already a lower interest rate problem at hand). For durable and high-yield income investors this has created a truly enticing and timely opportunity, which simply has to be explored given the direction of overall asset yields.

Seeking Alpha • Dec 8, 2025

Blue Owl Capital Corporation (OBDC) Up 11.2% Since Last Earnings Report: Can It Continue?

Blue Owl Capital Corporation (OBDC) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?

Zacks Investment Research • Dec 5, 2025

A Rare Buying Opportunity: Blue-Chip 11-12% Yields Too Cheap To Ignore

There is a major market disconnect in which there are blue-chip dividend payers offering 11%+ yields right now, despite posting strong fundamentals. I discuss why the market is bearish on these stocks and why I think the fears are overblown. I also share two high-yield stocks that I think are attractive buys at current pricing.

Seeking Alpha • Nov 24, 2025

Ares Capital Vs. Blue Owl Capital: Which 10%+ Yield Is The Better Buy For Income Investors?

Ares Capital (ARCC) and Blue Owl Capital (OBDC) are top BDCs offering double-digit dividend yields and strong portfolio diversification. OBDC stands out with a higher forward yield (~13.3%), superior industry diversification, and a deeper discount to book value than ARCC. Both ARCC and OBDC maintain robust dividend safety, with high percentages of senior secured loans and consistent payout histories.

Seeking Alpha • Nov 22, 2025

Dividend Harvesting Portfolio Week 246: $24,600 Allocated, $2,737.06 In Projected Dividends

The Dividend Harvesting Portfolio weathered a choppy week, adding GPIQ and increasing OBDC, with forward annualized dividend income now exceeding $2,700. Market volatility persists amid AI bubble fears and weak labor data, but Nvidia's upcoming earnings could spark an end-of-year rally if results impress. GPIQ offers uncapped upside and strong monthly income, while OBDC remains attractive with a high yield and discount to NAV, even in a lower-rate environment.

Seeking Alpha • Nov 21, 2025

Blue Owl Backs Off: Market Conditions Send the Merger Flying South

OBDC drops its planned merger with OBDC II as market conditions sour, raising investor concerns and prompting a reassessment of strategic options.

Zacks Investment Research • Nov 20, 2025

Blue Owl Capital Corporation and Blue Owl Capital Corporation II Announce Termination of Merger

Analysis continues to show merger will create long-term value, but current market volatility is cause to reevaluate alternatives in the future NEW YORK , Nov. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Blue Owl Capital Corporation (NYSE: OBDC) ("OBDC") and Blue Owl Capital Corporation II ("OBDC II") today announced that the previously proposed merger of OBDC and OBDC II has been terminated, with plans to reevaluate alternatives in the future. This decision reflects the Boards' commitment to acting in the best interests of shareholders and is based on management's recommendation due to current market conditions.

PRNewsWire • Nov 19, 2025