3 Private Credit Stocks Cut Their Dividends. Are Blackstone and Hercules Next?

Three business development companies have already slashed their dividends this year, and two of the biggest names in private credit are showing the same warning signs that preceded every cut. Here is what the numbers inside their latest filings reveal.

24/7 Wall Street • Oct 21, 2026

5 BDCs Priced For Loan Losses Worse Than 2008, Heading Into Q3

Five major BDCs—Blue Owl Technology Finance Corp., FS KKR Capital Corp, Morgan Stanley Direct Lending Fund, Blue Owl Capital Corporation, and Oaktree Specialty Lending Corporation—trade at steep discounts to NAV, implying extreme loan losses not reflected in credit performance. Current market prices require annualized loan losses far exceeding historical peaks, despite portfolios of senior secured, diversified loans and low non-accruals. Buybacks at deep discounts signal management confidence in loan valuations, with OTF and FSK notably active in repurchasing shares.

Seeking Alpha • Oct 20, 2026

2 BDCs To Buy That Could Replace ARCC And OBDC In Your Portfolio

BDC valuations have dropped to levels seen only a few times in the sector's history, which creates a rare entry point for patient investors. The usual household names may not be the safe haven many assume, especially as a credit cycle looms. I highlight 2 lesser-known BDCs that come out ahead on fees, portfolio quality and leverage.

Seeking Alpha • Oct 19, 2026

Buy The Dip: Sustainable And Growing 10%+ Yields

Double-digit dividend yields typically signal serious risks. However, occasionally, the market offers rare opportunities to lock in enormous income without sacrificing long-term growth. I highlight two deeply discounted dividend stocks yielding over 10% that I believe offer surprisingly sustainable payouts backed by resilient cash flows.

Seeking Alpha • Oct 16, 2026

4 Stocks Yielding Up to 12% That Income Investors Can Own Today

Not every high-yield payout is a trap waiting to spring, but separating the covered ones from the stretched ones takes more than glancing at a yield number.

24/7 Wall Street • Oct 12, 2026

The $2 Trillion Private-Credit Market Just Got Some Good News — but Its Biggest Test May Still Be Coming

Blue Owl's $4.2 Billion Withdrawal Figure Is Finally Shrinking In the third quarter of 2026, investors asked to pull $4.2 billion from two Blue Owl Capital (NYSE:OWL | OWL Price Prediction) funds. That is down from $4.

24/7 Wall Street • Oct 5, 2026

Blue Owl Capital Corporation Schedules Earnings Release and Quarterly Earnings Call to Discuss its Third Quarter Ended September 30, 2026 Financial Results

NEW YORK, Oct. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Blue Owl Capital Corporation (NYSE: OBDC) ("OBDC") today announced it will release its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2026 on Wednesday, November 4, 2026 after market close. OBDC invites all interested persons to its webcast / conference call on Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.

PRNewsWire • Oct 1, 2026

Skylight Expands Credit Facility to $75 Million to Help Families Share the Load Through Every Stage of Life

The additional $25 million from longtime partner SG Credit Partners and Wingspire Capital will fund new products for kids, parents, and busy households, and bring Skylight to more people in more places LOS ANGELES, Sept. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Skylight, the brand millions of families rely on to get everyone on the same page and lighten the mental load, today announced it has expanded its credit facility to $75 million.

PRNewsWire • Sep 30, 2026

The More These Dividend Machines Drop, The More I Buy

Leading blue-chip dividend machines have recently sold off quite aggressively. I detail several reasons why I am very happy about this development. I also share how I am taking advantage of the sell-off, including some of my favorite investments right now.

Seeking Alpha • Sep 25, 2026

If I Could Only Buy 2 Investments While The Fed Hikes Rates

Rising interest rates could create serious pressure for consumers, corporations, housing, equity valuations, and the federal government's debt-servicing burden. However, there are some investments that are well-positioned for Fed rate hikes. I detail my two favorite places to invest that should be highly resilient in the current environment.

Seeking Alpha • Sep 19, 2026