Carlyle Secd Lendi (CGBD) Stock
Carlyle managed lender providing secured middle market loans. Here's the price, business snapshot, and what's worth knowing about Carlyle Secd Lendi in October 2026.
Carlyle Secured Lending Inc (CGBD) is a publicly listed business development company (BDC) that primarily provides secured loans to middle‑market companies. Managed by an affiliate of the Carlyle Group, it seeks current income through interest and fee-bearing private credit positions, often first‑lien or otherwise secured. With a market capitalisation around $915.7m, CGBD appeals to investors seeking income and portfolio diversification away from traditional equities and bonds. Key considerations include sensitivity to credit cycles, manager alignment and fees, leverage levels within the BDC structure, and fair value of underlying loan assets. Dividends are an important part of the investment case but are not guaranteed and can fluctuate with realised returns and provisioning for credit losses. This summary is educational only and not personalised financial advice; suitability depends on your objectives, time horizon and risk tolerance. Always check the latest filings and consult a regulated adviser before investing.
Carlyle Secd Lendi (CGBD) Stock Forecast
Analyst price target, next 12 months
$14.22
+33.5% vs today's $10.65
Price range over the last 12 months
In the middle of its 12-month range
Analysts covering Carlyle Secd Lendi have a consensus 12-month target of $14.22, above the current price of $10.65.
Analyst targets are opinions, not guarantees. Capital at risk. Data as of 5 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 suggest holding Carlyle Secured Lending stock with a target price of $14.22, indicating potential growth.
Financial Health
Carlyle Secured Lending is performing well with solid revenue and profit, alongside decent cash flow.
Dividend
Carlyle Secured Lending's high dividend yield of 14.55% makes it very attractive for dividend-seeking investors. If you invested $1000 you would be paid $145.50 a year in dividends (based on the last 12 months).
Why You’ll Want to Watch This Stock
Income through loans
CGBD generates interest income from secured middle‑market loans, which can provide higher yields than public bonds, though income can vary with credit performance.
Manager expertise
Managed by a Carlyle affiliate, the team’s sourcing and credit experience matters; however, management fees and alignment should be reviewed carefully.
Credit cycle sensitivity
Performance is tied to borrower health and economic conditions, so returns can fall in downturns; diversification and due diligence remain important.
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