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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 (NYSE: BBDC) and Sierra Income Corporation have entered a merger agreement, with Sierra merging into Barings BDC. The merger will create a combined entity valued at approximately $2.2 billion in investments. Sierra shareholders will receive a total consideration valued at approximately $623.7 million, including cash and stock. The transaction is expected to close in Q1 2022, subject to approvals. Barings BDC forecasts net investment income per share of $0.24 post-merger and anticipates 4% NAV accretion.
Barings BDC (BBDC) reported strong financial results for Q2 2021, declaring a $0.21 per share quarterly cash dividend, a 5.0% increase. The company achieved a net investment income of $14.6 million or $0.22 per share, and reported a net increase of $29.3 million in net assets. NAV per share rose to $11.39, driven by net unrealized appreciation of $14.4 million. Barings also made significant portfolio investments totaling $204.2 million in the quarter. The third quarter dividend will be paid on September 15, 2021.
Barings BDC, Inc. (NYSE: BBDC) has announced a conference call to discuss its second quarter 2021 financial results on August 6, 2021, at 9:00 a.m. ET. The call will provide insights into the company's performance, and investors are encouraged to call in approximately 10 minutes prior to start time. A replay will be available until August 20, 2021. Barings BDC primarily invests in senior secured loans to middle-market companies.
Barings BDC (NYSE: BBDC) reported its Q1 2021 results, highlighting a net investment income of $14.4 million, or $0.22 per share, up from $9.2 million, or $0.19 per share, in Q4 2020. The Board declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.20 per share, payable on June 16, 2021. Total investment income reached $30.6 million, and the net asset value per share increased to $11.14 from $10.99. The company’s portfolio expanded, with total assets at $1.73 billion as of March 31, 2021.
Barings BDC, Inc. (NYSE: BBDC) will hold a conference call on May 7, 2021, at 9:00 a.m. ET to discuss its first quarter 2021 financial results. Investors can listen in by dialing 877-407-8831 or 201-493-6736. A replay will be available two hours post-call until May 21, 2021. The call can also be accessed via a live webcast on the company’s investor relations website. Barings BDC primarily invests in senior secured loans in middle-market companies across various industries, managed by Barings LLC, which has over $345 billion in assets under management as of December 31, 2020.
Barings BDC reported financial results for Q4 and full year 2020 on March 23, 2021. In Q4, net investment income was $9.2 million ($0.19 per share) and total investment income reached $19.9 million. The company faced net realized losses of $1.0 million but achieved net unrealized appreciation of $17.0 million. As of December 31, 2020, the net asset value per share slightly increased to $10.99. The total investment portfolio value rose to $1.5 billion due to strong originations. Additionally, Barings BDC executed the acquisition of MVC Capital, further diversifying its assets.
Barings BDC, Inc. (BBDC) announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.19 per share for Q1 2021, payable on March 17, 2021. Preliminary Q4 2020 results show estimated net investment income of $0.19 per share and a net increase in net assets of $0.44 - $0.46. The company reported a strong investment pipeline with $528 million in new middle-market commitments and an estimated investment portfolio value of $1.5 billion. A conference call is scheduled for March 24, 2021 to discuss these results.
Barings BDC, Inc. (NYSE: BBDC) has successfully completed its merger with MVC Capital, Inc. The combined entity will manage over $1.5 billion in assets. MVC Capital shareholders will receive 0.9790836 shares of Barings BDC along with approximately $0.39492 in cash for each share held. Post-merger, Barings LLC has reduced its management fee from 1.375% to 1.250%. Additionally, Barings BDC will initiate a $15 million share repurchase program. The merger will also lead to the redemption of $95 million in MVC Capital's senior notes due 2022.
Barings BDC reported its Q3 2020 financial results, highlighting a quarterly cash dividend of $0.17 per share, up from $0.16 in Q2. The company recorded net investment income of $8.0 million, a net increase in net assets of $43.2 million, and net unrealized appreciation of $55.9 million. The net asset value (NAV) per share rose to $10.97. Barings made new investments totaling $127.3 million while selling loans that resulted in a net realized loss of $18.4 million.
Barings BDC, Inc. (NYSE: BBDC) has scheduled a conference call for November 10, 2020, at 9:00 a.m. ET to discuss its third quarter 2020 financial and operating results. Investors can participate by dialing in 10 minutes prior to the call or via a live webcast on its investor relations website. A replay will be available two hours after the call, lasting until November 24, 2020. Barings BDC primarily invests in senior secured loans to U.S. middle-market companies across various industries.
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