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Top Wall Street analysts highlight three dividend-paying stocks: Chevron, Darden Restaurants, and Ares Capital. Chevron offers a 4.5% yield with a buy rating from Piper Sandler. Darden Restaurants has a 3.2% yield and a buy rating from BTIG. Ares Capital provides a 9.5% yield and is favored by RBC Capital. Analysts emphasize the companies' strong fundamentals and growth potential.

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Top Wall Street analysts are confident about these 3 dividend-paying stocks

Ares Capital Inc. (NASDAQ:ARCC) is trading at $19.99, with a recent 0.33% increase. Over the past month, the stock fell by 2.88%, and by 9.21% over the past year. The company's P/E ratio of 10.01 is lower than the Capital Markets industry average of 62.26, suggesting potential undervaluation or weak growth prospects. Investors are advised to consider multiple financial metrics and industry trends for a comprehensive analysis.

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Analysts recommend three high-yield dividend stocks with Strong Buy ratings: Copa Holdings (CPA) with a 5.37% yield and 26.49% upside, Clearway Energy (CWEN) with a 5.45% yield and 20.37% upside, and Ares Capital (ARCC) with a 9.53% yield and 12.54% upside. These stocks are identified using TipRanks' Best High Dividend Stocks Screener and have high Smart Scores indicating strong market performance potential.

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Ares Capital Management II LLC announced that monthly fund composition and performance data for Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund, Inc. (ARDC) as of November 30, 2025, is now available. ARDC is a closed-end management company managed by Ares Capital Management II LLC. ARDC aims to provide total return through current income and capital appreciation. ARDC's net asset value can be accessed via its NASDAQ ticker symbol, XADCX. For more information, contact ARDC or Destra Capital Advisors LLC.

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Month-End Portfolio Data Now Available For Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund, Inc.

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Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund announced a monthly distribution of $0.1125 per share for December 2025, with key dates including Ex-Date and Record Date on December 22, and Payable Date on December 31. The distribution rate is approximately 10.04% based on the current share price. Future distributions are at the Fund's discretion, and tax reporting will be provided via Form 1099-DIV. The Fund is managed by Ares Capital Management II LLC and trades under the symbol ARDC on the NYSE.

Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund Declares A Monthly Distribution Of $0.1125 Per Share

Ares Capital Corporation completed a $1 billion CLO debt securitization through its subsidiary, Ares Direct Lending CLO 7 LLC. The transaction involves secured notes backed by a portfolio of first lien senior secured loans. Proceeds will repay debt and fund new investments. The CLO notes mature in January 2038 and are not publicly offered in the U.S. Ares Capital Management LLC is the asset manager, and U.S. Bank Trust Company is the collateral administrator.

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Ares Capital Completes $1 Billion CLO Debt Securitization

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Private credit deployment reached a record $592.8 billion in 2024, a 78% increase from the previous year, according to the Alternative Credit Council. Major players like Ares, Apollo, and Blackstone dominate the market, accounting for 85% of deployment. The industry managed $3.5 trillion in assets, with institutional investors contributing over three-quarters of capital. Retail participation grew to 24%, with potential expansion in the US through 401(k) plans. The report highlights the growing role of private credit firms, especially in Europe, amid regulatory constraints on bank lending.

- A report from the Alternative Credit Council reveals that private credit firms deployed a record US$ 592.8 billion in 2024, marking a 78 percent increase from the previous year.  
- Major players like Ares Management, Apollo Global Management, and Blackstone accounted for 85 percent of this deployment, driven by increased investments from pension funds and insurance companies.  
- The private credit industry is estimated to manage around US$ 3.5 trillion in assets, with retail participation growing to 24 percent, particularly influenced by potential changes in 401(k) investment regulations in the US.

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Lido Advisors LLC increased its stake in Ares Capital Corporation by 62.6% in Q2, now owning 588,315 shares worth $12.92 million. Other institutional investors also adjusted their positions in ARCC. Ares Capital's stock opened at $20.69 with a market cap of $14.80 billion. The company reported Q3 earnings of $0.50 per share and revenue of $1.59 billion. A quarterly dividend of $0.48 per share will be paid on December 30th. Analysts have set new price targets for ARCC.

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Lido Advisors LLC Grows Position in Ares Capital Corporation $ARCC

Global Retirement Partners LLC purchased 20,458 shares of Ares Capital Corporation (NASDAQ:ARCC) in the 2nd quarter, valued at approximately $449,000. Several other institutional investors also adjusted their stakes in ARCC. Analysts have set new price targets for ARCC, with ratings ranging from 'outperform' to 'neutral.' CEO Michael Kort Schnabel acquired 13,000 shares, increasing his ownership by 86.67%. ARCC shares opened at $20.69 on Friday, with a market cap of $14.80 billion and a PE ratio of 10.34.

Global Retirement Partners LLC Takes $449,000 Position in Ares Capital Corporation $ARCC