5 Best BDC Stocks to Buy Right Now

In this article, we will take a look at the 5 Best BDC Stocks to Buy Right Now. For deeper discussion and analysis, read 10 Best BDC Stocks to Buy Right Now. 

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5. Barings BDC, Inc. (NYSE:BBDC)

Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 13

On April 28, Lucid Capital initiated coverage of Barings BDC, Inc. (NYSE:BBDC) with a Neutral rating and a $9.25 price target. The analyst said the company benefits from access to a broad range of sponsor deal flow, along with “differentiated non-sponsor transactions and distinct platform investments.” In the same note, the firm added that near-term multiple expansion may be limited without a broader rerating across the industry.

During the Q4 2025 earnings call, CFO Elizabeth Murray indicated that heading into 2026, a decline in base rates, as suggested by the forward SOFR curve, could weigh on net investment income. He said this could put pressure on the company’s regular dividend, which may come down from current levels.

Management also pointed to the possibility of a lower base dividend in 2026. At the same time, they noted that BBDC’s diversified portfolio and strong balance sheet should provide flexibility as the rate environment shifts.

Barings BDC, Inc. (NYSE:BBDC) is a closed-end, non-diversified investment company. Its focus is on generating current income by investing directly in privately held middle-market companies, helping fund acquisitions, growth initiatives, and refinancing needs.