Ares Capital Corporation - ARCC STOCK NEWS

Ares Capital Corporation (NASDAQ: ARCC) has announced a public offering of 8,000,000 shares of common stock, with an option for underwriters to purchase an additional 1,200,000 shares. The offering will utilize the company's shelf registration statement filed with the SEC on June 3, 2021. Proceeds from the offering are intended to repay certain outstanding debts, with potential reborrowing for general corporate purposes. Investors should review the preliminary prospectus and accompanying prospectus for comprehensive details on investment objectives and associated risks.

Ares Capital Corporation (NASDAQ: ARCC) declared a third-quarter dividend of $0.43 per share, payable on September 30, 2022. This follows a previously declared $0.03 additional dividend. For Q2 2022, Ares reported a core EPS of $0.46, down from $0.53 in Q2 2021. GAAP net income per share also decreased to $0.22 compared to $1.09 year-over-year. Total portfolio investments rose to $21.17 billion, while GAAP net income dropped to $111 million. The debt/equity ratio stood at 1.27x, indicating stable leverage. Ares anticipates increased earnings from rising interest rates.

Ares Capital Corporation (NASDAQ: ARCC) will report its second-quarter earnings for the period ending June 30, 2022, on July 26, 2022, before the market opens. A conference call will follow at 12:00 p.m. ET to discuss the financial results. Interested participants can join via telephone or a live webcast, accessible through Ares Capital’s website. The earnings announcement will reflect the company's ongoing focus on investing in private middle-market firms and aims to provide insights into its financial performance.

Ares Capital Corporation (NASDAQ: ARCC) declared a Q2 dividend of $0.42 per share, payable on June 30, 2022. Additionally, an extra dividend of $0.03 will also be distributed on the same date, already approved on February 9, 2022. For Q1 2022, Ares reported a core EPS of $0.42 and GAAP net income per share of $0.44, down from $0.43 and $0.87 in Q1 2021, respectively. Net investment income rose to $198 million. As of March 31, 2022, total portfolio investments stood at $19.486 billion, with a debt/equity ratio of 1.13x.

Ares Capital Corporation has announced an increase in its Revolving Credit Facility commitments to approximately $4.8 billion, extending the maturity date to March 31, 2027. The facility, led by major banks including JP Morgan and Bank of America, has updated its borrowing interest rates by replacing LIBOR with Term SOFR. CEO Kipp deVeer emphasized that this upsize enhances their capital sources, while CFO Penni Roll noted the facility supports their financial flexibility. Ares Capital is a leading provider of direct loans and investments in private middle-market companies.

Ares Capital Corporation (NASDAQ: ARCC) announced it will report its first-quarter earnings for the period ending March 31, 2022, on April 26, 2022, before the Nasdaq market opens. A conference call will follow at 10:00 AM (ET) to discuss the results. Interested participants can join via telephone or through a live webcast available on Ares Capital's website. The company is the largest publicly traded business development company and focuses on providing loans and investments to middle market companies in the U.S.

Ares Capital Corporation (NASDAQ:ARCC) has appointed Mary Beth Henson as an independent director, expanding its Board from nine to ten members. With over 30 years of financial leadership experience, Ms. Henson's background includes roles as CFO at the National Audubon Society and VP of Finance at City Harvest. Ares Capital's Co-Chairmen, Michael Arougheti and Bennett Rosenthal, believe her expertise will enhance long-term value for stakeholders. CEO Kipp deVeer also expressed confidence in her contribution to the Board's strategic goals.

Ares Capital Corporation (NASDAQ:ARCC) announced that CFO Penni Roll will present at the Raymond James & Associates' 43rd Annual Institutional Investors Conference on March 8, 2022, at 7:30 AM ET in Orlando, Florida. A live audio webcast will be available on the company's website, and a replay will follow shortly after the event. Founded in 2004, Ares Capital specializes in providing direct loans and investments in private middle-market companies in the U.S., focusing on high-quality borrowers for economic growth. As of December 31, 2021, it is the largest publicly traded BDC by market capitalization.

Ares Capital Corporation (ARCC) announced that CEO Kipp deVeer will present at the RBC Capital Markets Financial Institutions Virtual Conference on March 8, 2022, at 2:00 PM ET. Investors can access a live audio webcast on the company’s website, with a replay available afterward. Founded in 2004, Ares Capital focuses on providing direct loans and investments in U.S. private middle market companies, aiming for capital growth and current income for investors. As of December 31, 2021, it is the largest publicly traded business development company by market capitalization.