

BDC valuations have dropped to levels seen only a few times in the sector's history, which creates a rare entry point for patient investors. The usual household names may not be the safe haven many assume, especially as a credit cycle looms. I highlight 2 lesser-known BDCs that come out ahead on fees, portfolio quality and leverage.

Blackrock Tcp Capital Corp. (NASDAQ: TCPC - Get Free Report) shares crossed above its 200-day moving average during trading on Tuesday. The stock has a 200-day moving average of $3.82 and traded as high as $4.14. Blackrock Tcp Capital shares last traded at $4.08, with a volume of 478,284 shares. Analyst Ratings Changes TCPC has

BLK may sell TCPC's remaining $671M loan portfolio to reduce legacy credit risk while sharpening its broader private-credit strategy.

We take a look at the action in business development companies through the first week of August and highlight some of the key themes we are watching. BDCs posted a strong week, averaging nearly 10% returns, with higher-beta names like TCPC, CION, and OTF leading performance. Despite slightly lagging in price terms year-to-date, BDCs have outperformed all other credit sectors in total NAV terms, reflecting sector resilience.

So far, the Q2 earnings season has been positive for BDCs. Some BDCs have appreciated by double-digit figures. Among these BDCs are my two tactical trade ideas.

Blackrock Tcp Capital NASDAQ: TCPC said its second-quarter results and a newly completed portfolio sale transaction have materially reduced leverage, expanded liquidity and prompted the board to begin a strategic review of alternatives intended to build long-term shareholder value.

BlackRock TCP Capital Corp (TCPC) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

BlackRock TCP (TCPC) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.22 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.2 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.32 per share a year ago.