My Dividend Stock Portfolio: New April Dividend Record - 100 Holdings With 5 Buys

April net investment activity reached a multi-year low as rising stock valuations and BDC sector weakness prompted a cautious approach and selective BDC purchases. Focused April allocations on Ares Capital, Blue Owl Capital, and Hercules Capital, yielding a 7.5% average on new investments despite sector headwinds. Dividend income set a modest April record at $990, up 3% year-over-year, with BDCs contributing 27% of Q2 year-to-date dividends but facing potential further cuts.

Seeking Alpha • May 27, 2026

Starwood Property Down 11.2% in a Year: Buy the Dip or Cut Your Losses?

Is STWD's 11.2% decline an opportunity or a warning amid rising expenses, weak liquidity and commercial real estate headwinds? Let us discuss.

Zacks Investment Research • May 22, 2026

$100,000 in Our Ultra-High-Yield Portfolio Pays a Stunning $12,000+ of Passive Income Yearly

Passive income is characterized by its ability to generate revenue without requiring the earner's continuous active effort, making it a desirable financial strategy for those seeking to diversify their income streams or achieve financial independence.

24/7 Wall Street • May 20, 2026

Dividend Harvesting Portfolio Week 272: $27,200 Allocated, $3,009.74 In Projected Dividends

The Dividend Harvesting Portfolio surpassed $3,000 in forward dividend income, achieving a 7.82% yield and 41.58% return on invested capital. I am capitalizing on rate-sensitive opportunities, notably adding to Starwood Property Trust (STWD) at an 11.27% yield amid market overreaction to rate hike fears. Portfolio discipline remains: no position exceeds 5% or sector 20%, with a focus on diversifying beyond ETFs and REITs toward individual equities and energy.

Seeking Alpha • May 18, 2026

Starwood Property Trust Q1 Earnings Call Highlights

Starwood Property Trust NYSE: STWD reported first-quarter 2026 distributable earnings of $147 million, or $0.39 per share, as management said results were weighed down by elevated cash balances, non-performing asset resolutions and the ramp-up of its newly acquired net lease platform.

MarketBeat • May 15, 2026

Starwood Property: I Am Concerned About The Dividend (Again)

Starwood Property Trust, Inc. continues to under-earn its dividend, with coverage dropping to 81% in Q1'26, raising concerns about dividend sustainability. Despite strong new loan originations, especially in commercial and infrastructure lending, STWD's earnings appear insufficient to support its $0.48 per-share quarterly dividend. STWD now exhibits the weakest dividend coverage trajectory among major CRE finance REIT peers, with three of the last four quarters showing worsening coverage.

Seeking Alpha • May 14, 2026

Dividend Harvesting Portfolio Week 271: $27,100 Allocated, $2,994.54 In Projected Dividends

The Dividend Harvesting Portfolio has reached $2,994.54 in forward dividend income and is expected to generate over $3,000 in raw income for 2026. I maintain strict risk controls, capping positions at 5% and sectors at 20%, while focusing on high-quality assets regardless of market conditions. This week I added another new position in Salesforce while adding to Starwood Property Trust.

Seeking Alpha • May 12, 2026

Starwood Property Stock Down on Q1 Earnings Miss, Expenses Rise Y/Y

STWD shares dip after Q1 earnings miss as distributable EPS falls short, expenses rise, and BVPS declines despite higher revenue growth.

Zacks Investment Research • May 11, 2026

Starwood Property Trust Announces Private Offering of Sustainability Bonds

MIAMI BEACH, Fla., May 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Starwood Property Trust, Inc. (NYSE: STWD) (the "Company") today announced that, subject to market and other conditions, it is offering $600 million aggregate principal amount of its unsecured senior notes due 2031 (the "Notes") in a private offering.

PRNewsWire • May 11, 2026

Starwood Property Trust Announces Pricing of Private Offering of Sustainability Bonds

MIAMI BEACH, Fla., May 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Starwood Property Trust, Inc. (NYSE: STWD) (the "Company") today announced that it has priced its private offering of $600 million aggregate principal amount of its 6.125% unsecured senior notes due 2031 (the "Notes").

PRNewsWire • May 11, 2026