Barings BDC, Inc.(BBDC)Earnings, Financials & Key RatiosBarings BDC, Inc. (BBDC) stock price & volume — 10-year historical chart
Investment Thesis • Updated 2026Q1
the firm's reliance on dividend payments despite negative operating cash flow, such as the $27.2 million distribution in 2026Q1, raises concerns regarding the long-term sustainability of current shareholder returns.
Barings BDC, Inc. (BBDC) revenue, earnings & EPS growth — 3, 5 & 10-year CAGR
Barings BDC, Inc. (BBDC) EPS & revenue vs analyst estimates — last 4 quarters
| Quarter | Date | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q2 2026Latest | May 7, 2026 | $0.25vs $0.25+0.0% | $61Mvs $63M-3.2% |
| Q1 2026 | Feb 19, 2026 | $0.27vs $0.26+3.8% | $68Mvs $68M+0.5% |
| Q4 2025 | Nov 6, 2025 | $0.32vs $0.27+18.5% | $72Mvs $68M+7.0% |
| Q3 2025 | Aug 7, 2025 | $0.28vs $0.26+7.7% | $46Mvs $66M-31.0% |
Recent stock market news and headlines for Barings BDC, Inc. (BBDC)
Barings BDC remains a hold as portfolio stability persists, but growth catalysts are lacking amid sector headwinds and higher rates. BBDC trades at a 24.77% discount to NAV, reflecting limited growth, thin dividend coverage, and persistent net investment income declines. Dividend yield stands at 12.5%, but coverage is razor-thin; a 20% reduction is advised to improve sustainability and NAV protection.
Key metrics vs top competitors for Barings BDC, Inc. (BBDC)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $8.54 | $894.2M | 8.80 | 19% | 40.96% | 8.67% | 13.95% | |
| $18.47 | $13.26B | 9.93 | 32.87% | 43.69% | 8.11% | — | |
| $4.90 | $991.12M | 6.45 | -18.64% | — | — | — | |
| $12.75 | $3.32B | 8.98 | 42.5% | 26.91% | 5.24% | — | |
| $4.75 | $192.85M | 3.89 | 36.55% | -19.55% | -3.39% | — | |
| $7.19 | $713.38M | 9.99 | 2.2% | 34.83% | 5.84% | — |
Barings BDC, Inc. (BBDC) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.
Barings BDC, Inc. (BBDC) SEC filings — annual & quarterly reports (10-K, 10-Q)
May 7, 2026·SEC
Feb 19, 2026·SEC
Nov 17, 2025·SEC
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Barings BDC, Inc. (BBDC) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
Barings BDC, Inc. (BBDC) reported $218.8M in revenue for fiscal year 2025.
Barings BDC, Inc. (BBDC) grew revenue by 19.0% over the past year. This is strong growth.
Yes, Barings BDC, Inc. (BBDC) is profitable, generating $89.3M in net income for fiscal year 2025 (41.0% net margin).
Yes, Barings BDC, Inc. (BBDC) pays a dividend with a yield of 13.95%. This makes it attractive for income-focused investors.
Barings BDC, Inc. (BBDC) has a return on equity (ROE) of 8.7%. This is below average, suggesting room for improvement.
Barings BDC, Inc. (BBDC) generated $163.8M in free cash flow for fiscal year 2025. Positive FCF indicates the company can fund dividends, buybacks, or reinvestment.
