Ares Capital Corporation (ARCC)
Official siteFINANCIAL SERVICES • ASSET MANAGEMENT • NASDAQ
Market Cap: $14.32B
Last updated: Sep 01, 2026 at 10:00 AM ET
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Frequently Asked Questions About ARCC
- What is ARCC's current dividend yield?
- Ares Capital Corporation (ARCC) has a current dividend yield of 9.57%.
- Does ARCC pay dividends?
- Yes, Ares Capital Corporation pays dividends with a current yield of 9.57%.
- What is ARCC's P/E ratio?
- Ares Capital Corporation has a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 10.35.
- What is ARCC's market cap?
- Ares Capital Corporation (ARCC) has a market capitalization of $14.32B with a current stock price of $20.07.
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