What Is a Business Development Company? 2 BDC Stocks to Buy for Income.
Business Development Companies (BDCs) are investment vehicles required to distribute 90% of taxable income as dividends, similar to REITs. Main Street Capital and Ares Capital are highlighted as top BDC stocks, offering yields of 7.66% and 9.88% respectively. Main Street Capital stands out for 20 consecutive years of dividend increases and monthly payouts, while Ares Capital is the largest publicly traded BDC with a higher yield but less consistent dividend growth history.


