Ares Capital (ARCC) Stock
Large middle market lender providing business loans. Here's the price, business snapshot, and what's worth knowing about Ares Capital in October 2026.
Ares Capital Corporation (ARCC) is a large, publicly traded business development company (BDC) that provides debt and equity financing to middle‑market companies in the US and internationally. It primarily originates senior secured loans, subordinated debt and equity investments through Ares Management’s credit platform. Investors typically view ARCC as an income-oriented exposure: the company distributes most investment income as dividends and has a history of a relatively high yield compared with traditional equities. Key considerations include credit risk in the loan portfolio, sensitivity to economic cycles and interest-rate movements, and the use of leverage within a BDC structure. Market capitalisation is about $14.04bn, making it one of the larger BDCs. This summary is for educational purposes and is not personal financial advice — values can fall as well as rise, and dividend payments are not guaranteed. Prospective investors should assess suitability, read regulatory filings and consider seeking independent advice.
Ares Capital (ARCC) Stock Forecast
Analyst price target, next 12 months
$21.60
+15.9% vs today's $18.64
Price range over the last 12 months
In the middle of its 12-month range
Analysts covering Ares Capital have a consensus 12-month target of $21.60, above the current price of $18.64.
Analyst targets are opinions, not guarantees. Capital at risk. Data as of 26 Oct 2026.
Source: Analyst sentiment is provided by Refinitiv Ltd, a global leader in financial market data with over 40k business clients. Refinitiv Ltd is an independent third party to Nemo. This is not advice.
Sixth Month Growth Performance
Stock Performance Snapshot
Analyst Rating
Analysts recommend buying Ares Capital Corp's stock with a target price of $21.60, showing potential growth.
Financial Health
ARES Capital Corp is performing well with strong revenue and cash flow generation, indicating solid financial stability.
Dividend
ARES CAPITAL CORP offers a high dividend yield of 10.3%, making it an appealing choice for dividend-seeking investors. If you invested $1000 you would be paid $103 a year in dividends (based on the last 12 months).
Why You’ll Want to Watch This Stock
Income‑oriented profile
ARCC distributes much of its investment income as dividends, making it interesting for yield seekers — though dividend levels can change and aren’t guaranteed.
Credit and cycle exposure
The portfolio leans into middle‑market credit, which can offer higher returns but carries elevated default risk during downturns; monitor asset quality closely.
Scale and platform
Backed by Ares Management’s origination capabilities and a $14.04bn market capitalisation, ARCC has scale, yet performance depends on underwriting and market conditions.
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