Barings BDC, Inc. reported a net asset value of $1,145.9 million as of June 30, 2026, a decrease from $1,160.7 million as of December 31, 2025. The net asset value per share was $10.94 on June 30, 2026, down from $11.09 on December 31, 2025. Total assets decreased to $2,584.2 million from $2,636.4 million over the same period, while total liabilities also decreased from $1,475.7 million to $1,438.3 million. The company's investment portfolio, valued at fair value, increased slightly to $2,458.6 million from $2,398.5 million.

For the six months ended June 30, 2026, Barings BDC, Inc. reported total investment income of $125.8 million, a decrease from $138.8 million for the same period in 2025. Total operating expenses also decreased to $69.0 million from $81.4 million. This resulted in net investment income after taxes of $54.9 million for the first six months of 2026, down from $56.2 million in the prior year. The company experienced a net realized gain of $8.0 million and a net unrealized depreciation of $24.5 million on its investments and other financial instruments during the first six months of 2026, leading to a net decrease in net assets resulting from operations of $38.3 million.

The company's investment strategy primarily focuses on senior secured private debt investments in middle-market businesses. As of June 30, 2026, the portfolio consisted of $1,725.7 million in senior debt and first lien notes, $234.4 million in subordinated debt and second lien notes, $24.2 million in structured products, and $435.6 million in equity shares. The company also holds investments in joint ventures, royalty rights, and equity warrants. The weighted average yield on debt investments other than non-accrual debt investments was 9.4% as of June 30, 2026, a decrease from 9.8% as of June 30, 2025.

Barings BDC, Inc. utilizes a credit facility and various notes for its borrowings. As of June 30, 2026, total borrowings amounted to $1,438.3 million, an increase from $1,475.7 million as of December 31, 2025. The company has entered into interest rate swaps to hedge against interest rate fluctuations, with a fair value of $(1.2) million for a swap related to the February 2029 Notes and $(5.6) million for a swap related to the September 2028 Notes as of June 30, 2026. The company also has credit support agreements in place with its adviser, Barings LLC, related to legacy investments from prior mergers.

Looking ahead, Barings BDC, Inc. anticipates that its current cash on hand, available borrowing capacity, and anticipated cash flows from operations will be sufficient to meet its cash needs for at least the next twelve months. The company declared a quarterly distribution of $0.26 per share, payable in September 2026. The company continues to monitor its investment portfolio and market conditions, with a focus on maintaining its status as a regulated investment company (RIC) and business development company (BDC).

About Barings BDC, Inc.

Barings BDC, Inc. is a closed-end, non-diversified business development company investing primarily in senior secured private debt of middle-market companies across various industries. It targets established, cash-flow positive businesses, often backed by private equity sponsors, to generate current income through customized financing solutions. Managed by Barings, a global asset manager, Barings BDC emphasizes rigorous credit analysis, active portfolio management, and diversified investments in U.S. and select international markets.

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