Chicago Atlantic BDC has successfully scaled its investment portfolio from $88.6M in 2023Q4 to $373.1M in 2026Q1, capitalizing on high-yield opportunities within the specialized cannabis credit market. While the firm has achieved positive retained earnings of ...
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| Quarter | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|
Q3 2026Latest Aug 13, 2026 | $0.34-15.0% vs $0.40 | $14M-13.9% vs $16M |
Q2 2026 May 14, 2026 | $0.44+22.2% vs $0.36 | $17M+16.7% vs $14M |
Q2 2026 Mar 19, 2026 | $0.36+0.0% vs $0.36 | $14M-4.2% vs $15M |
Q4 2025 Nov 13, 2025 | $0.42+20.0% vs $0.35 | $15M+16.9% vs $13M |
Six stocks are paying yields as high as 23% right now, but behind those numbers sit eroding asset values, razor-thin coverage ratios, and balance sheets that leave almost no room for error if rates or charter markets move the wrong
Ordinary dividends from BDCs, net-lease REITs, and foreign shippers carry a tax cost that hits every single distribution cycle without relief, and where you hold these positions determines whether that cost is permanent or entirely avoidable.
Five high-yield names have ex-dividend dates landing between September 21 and September 25, and the window to qualify for the next payment is closing by the day.
Chicago Atlantic BDC's Q2 credit quality remained strong, with 0% non-accruals, 100% senior-secured exposure, and a 16% weighted-average gross portfolio yield. The $1.1 billion pipeline and $25 million post-quarter deployment suggest weaker Q2 originations were timing-related rather than structural. Chicago Atlantic Real Estate Finance's Koach transaction adds a 12% yielding asset and should be modestly NAV accretive because new shares were issued above book value.
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Key metrics vs top competitors for Chicago Atlantic BDC, Inc. (LIEN)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $10.35 | $236.92M | 7.09 | 195.21% | 62.73% | 11.01% | 9.85% | |
| $10.69 | $227.85M | 6.36 | 15.18% | 48.89% | 9.62% | — | |
| $4.92 | $199.75M | 4.03 | 55.25% | 45.97% | 10.97% | — | |
| $7.35 | $99.36M | 7.74 | 148.14% | 38.85% | 7.12% | — | |
| $23.15 | $1.44B | 12.18 | 64.73% | 48.19% | 11.04% | — | |
| $19.08 | $724.17M | 8.22 | 42.69% | 68.9% | 10.54% | — |
Chicago Atlantic BDC, Inc. (LIEN) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.
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Chicago Atlantic BDC, Inc. (LIEN) SEC filings — annual & quarterly reports (10-K, 10-Q)
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Chicago Atlantic BDC, Inc. (LIEN) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
Chicago Atlantic BDC, Inc. (LIEN) grew revenue by 195.2% over the past year. This is strong growth.
Yes, Chicago Atlantic BDC, Inc. (LIEN) is profitable, generating $31.7M in net income for fiscal year 2025 (62.7% net margin).
Yes, Chicago Atlantic BDC, Inc. (LIEN) pays a dividend with a yield of 9.85%. This makes it attractive for income-focused investors.
Chicago Atlantic BDC, Inc. (LIEN) has a return on equity (ROE) of 11.0%. This is reasonable for most industries.
Chicago Atlantic BDC, Inc. (LIEN) has a net interest margin (NIM) of 14.0%. This indicates healthy earnings from lending activities.
Chicago Atlantic BDC, Inc. (LIEN) has an efficiency ratio of 14.0%. This is excellent, indicating strong cost control.
