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Ares Capital (ARCC) Stock Forecast & Price Target

Ares Capital (ARCC) Analyst Ratings

Based on 8 analyst ratings
Buy
Strong Buy 25%
Buy 63%
Hold 13%
Sell 0%
Strong Sell 0%

Bulls say

Ares Capital Corp has demonstrated a positive trajectory in net asset value (NAV) per share, which increased by 0.4% sequentially and 1.5% year-over-year, reaching $19.90, indicating strong underlying performance. The company is strategically positioned to benefit from a rising interest rate environment, which could enhance net investment income and overall profitability. Despite a slight increase in non-accruals, the underlying credit quality remains robust and is well below historical averages, suggesting a stable investment foundation.

Bears say

Ares Capital faces a negative outlook due to concerns over poor underwriting practices, which could erode confidence among liquidity supporters, potentially jeopardizing its funding stability. The company's reliance on floating-rate loans, particularly those indexed to LIBOR with floors, presents a vulnerability as a 100 basis point increase in rates would lead to a decline in net investment income, adversely affecting profitability. Additionally, with structuring fees accounting for approximately 10-15% of revenues, any significant downturn in deal activity could further threaten earnings and exacerbate financial challenges.

Ares Capital (ARCC) has been analyzed by 8 analysts, with a consensus rating of Buy. 25% of analysts recommend a Strong Buy, 63% recommend Buy, 13% suggest Holding, 0% advise Selling, and 0% predict a Strong Sell.

This aggregate rating is based on analysts' research of Ares Capital and is not a guaranteed prediction by Public.com or investment advice.

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Analysts have given Ares Capital (ARCC) a Buy based on their latest research and market trends.

According to 8 analysts, Ares Capital (ARCC) has a Buy consensus rating as of Oct 23, 2025. This rating is provided by third-party analysts and is not investment advice from Public.com.

Wall Street analysts have set a price target of $22.62, reflecting a 0.00% increase from the current stock price.

Financial analysts have set a price target of $22.62, indicating a 0.00% increase from the current stock price, but ratings and forecasts are frequently updated based on market conditions, earnings reports, and industry trends. This prediction is provided by third-party analysts and is not investment advice from Public.com.

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