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Golub Capital BDC out-earned its base dividend with net investment income in 3Q24, post-merger with Golub Capital BDC 3. The stock offers an attractive 11% yield, solid credit quality, and is selling at a compelling net asset value multiple. Portfolio quality remains strong post-merger, with a 5% discount to NAV making it a buy for passive income investors.

Golub Capital BDC (NASDAQ:GBDC ) Q3 2024 Earnings Conference Call August 6, 2024 11:00 AM ET Company Participants David Golub - Chief Executive Officer Matt Benton - Chief Operating Officer Chris Ericson - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Robert Dodd - Raymond James Finian O'Shea - Wells Fargo Paul Johnson - KBW Operator Hello everyone, and welcome to GBDC's Earnings Call for the Fiscal Quarter ended June 30, 2024. Before we begin, I'd like to take a moment to remind our listeners, that remarks made during this call may contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.

Golub Capital BDC (GBDC) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.48 per share, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.49 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.44 per share a year ago.

Golub Capital operates as a business development company that generates earnings through debt investments to middle market companies. Golub Capital's price fell by nearly 5% over the last week. This price retraction has increased the valuation appeal. GBDC offers a strong portfolio of debt investments, high dividend yield of 10.6%, and potential for growth despite lower interest rates.

Diversification is key for income investors, and BDCs offer a professionally managed portfolio of loans across different sectors. Golub Capital presents a buy-the-dip opportunity with strong operating fundamentals, high dividend coverage, and potential for market-beating returns with special dividends. GBDC is well-positioned with a conservatively managed portfolio and a more favorable fee structure toward shareholders.

Dividend investing is a popular strategy, especially in the long term. It provides consistent returns whether a security goes up or drops in value.

The merger between Golub Capital BDC and Golub Capital BDC 3 creates a larger investment company with lower costs and growth potential. Golub Capital maintains a distinct first lien strategy, with the majority of investments in traditional first lien originations. Golub Capital said it will lower incentive fees, which are set to add to the BDC's NII.