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Barings BDC, Inc. (symbol: BBDC) operates as a closed-end, non-diversified investment company and has elected to be treated as a business development company. The primary objective of Barings BDC is to generate current income by directly investing in privately held middle-market companies. Through these investments, Barings BDC aids these companies in funding acquisitions, growth initiatives, and refinancing operations.
Barings BDC employs a rigorous fundamental credit analysis to ensure it targets businesses that exhibit low levels of cyclicality and operating risk compared to other businesses in this market segment. The company's strategic approach involves evaluating several factors including total facility size, pricing structure, and the number of other lenders involved in the facility, to determine the holding size of each position.
As a subsidiary of MassMutual, Barings BDC benefits from the extensive expertise and resources of its parent company. Barings, the global investment manager, oversees assets worth over $371 billion (as of March 31, 2022), sourcing unique opportunities and building long-term portfolios across public and private fixed income, real estate, and specialist equity markets. With investment professionals based in North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific, Barings is committed to serving its clients, communities, and employees by adhering to sustainable practices and responsible investment.
For investors and stakeholders, Barings BDC represents a significant player in the business development sector, offering a strategic blend of risk management and income generation through its selective investment process.
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Barings BDC, Inc. (NYSE: BBDC) has announced a conference call scheduled for May 5, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. ET to discuss its first quarter 2023 financial and operating results. Investors can join by dialing 877-407-8831 or 201-493-6736 and a replay will be available after the call until May 12, 2023. Additionally, the call will be accessible via live webcast on the company's investor relations website. Barings BDC is an externally managed investment company that focuses primarily on senior secured loans in middle-market companies across various sectors. The firm is managed by Barings LLC, which has over $347 billion in assets under management. For more details, visit www.baringsbdc.com.
Barings BDC announced its fourth quarter and full year 2022 financial results, reporting net investment income of $37 million ($0.34 per share) for Q4, up from $27.9 million ($0.26 per share) in Q3. Despite this, it faced a net unrealized depreciation of $55.7 million, leading to a net asset value (NAV) per share decrease to $11.05 from $11.28. The board declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.25 per share, payable on March 15, 2023. The company's total assets reached $2.71 billion, with a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.22x. A new share repurchase program for up to $30 million was also authorized, further supporting shareholder returns.
Barings BDC, Inc. (NYSE: BBDC) has scheduled a conference call for February 24, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. ET to discuss its Q4 and full year 2022 financial results. Investors can join by calling 877-407-8831 or 201-493-6736 10 minutes prior. A replay will be available post-call until March 3, 2023, using the access numbers provided. The call will also be accessible via a live webcast on the Barings BDC investor relations website. Barings BDC focuses on investing in senior secured loans in middle-market companies, managed by Barings LLC.
Barings BDC, Inc. (BBDC) reported its Q3 2022 financial results, showing net investment income of $27.9 million, or $0.26 per share, down from $31.8 million, or $0.29 per share in Q2. The Company declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.24 per share, with a record date of December 7, 2022. Total assets decreased to $2.647 billion, and net asset value per share dropped to $11.28. Despite challenging economic conditions, Barings BDC expects strong portfolio performance and increased net investment income of at least $0.27 per share for Q4 2022.
Barings BDC, Inc. (NYSE: BBDC) has scheduled a conference call for November 11, 2022, at 9:00 a.m. ET to discuss its third quarter 2022 financial and operating results. Investors can participate by dialing 877-407-8831 or 201-493-6736. A taped replay will be available until November 25, 2022. The call will also be accessible via live webcast on the company's investor relations website, which will provide an archived replay following the event. Barings BDC focuses on investing in senior secured loans in middle-market companies.
Barings BDC, Inc. (NYSE: BBDC) has announced key management promotions effective September 1, 2022. Eric Lloyd is appointed Executive Chairman, while Jonathan Bock becomes CEO, Jonathan Landsberg CFO, and Elizabeth Murray COO. These changes reflect the company's growth and leadership in the BDC space since its establishment as an externally-managed entity four years ago. The promotions highlight the executives' significant contributions and the Board's confidence in their abilities, as stated by the Board Chairman, Mark Mulhern.
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