BDC Dividend Cut Alert: 2 BDCs That Are Likely To Cut Dividends

Group 1 - The Federal Reserve has recently cut the base rates by 50 basis points, which is generally positive for most assets but poses challenges for Business Development Companies (BDCs) in maintaining their net investment income levels [1] - The reduction in rates may create headwinds for BDCs, impacting their financial performance and investment strategies [1] Group 2 - Roberts Berzins has over a decade of experience in financial management, focusing on helping top-tier corporates with financial strategies and large-scale financings [1] - Berzins has contributed to institutionalizing the REIT framework in Latvia to enhance liquidity in pan-Baltic capital markets [1] - His work includes developing national SOE financing guidelines and frameworks for channeling private capital into affordable housing [1] - Berzins holds a CFA Charter and an ESG investing certificate, and has experience with the Chicago Board of Trade [1] - He is actively involved in thought-leadership activities to support the development of pan-Baltic capital markets [1]