The Motley Fool
28 Jun 2026, 14:15 UTC · 3h ago
The Hidden Danger Lurking in Some High-Yield Dividend Stocks
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The Federal Reserve's rising rate bias and balance sheet reduction are identified as near-term headwinds for mortgage REITs like AGNC and Annaly. — Higher rates and quantitative tightening typically increase funding costs and decrease the value of mortgage-backed securities, increasing the risk of dividend cuts.
-0.60Ares Capital's non-accrual loans increased from 1.8% to 2.1% year-over-year. — An increase in non-accrual loans signals deteriorating credit quality in the BDC's portfolio, raising the risk of future impairments.
-0.40Higher interest rates are increasing the investment risk for BDCs as smaller borrowers struggle with loan repayments. — Increased borrowing costs for small businesses heighten the probability of defaults, which can compress returns for BDC investors.
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Mention of rising non-accrual loans and increased investment risk due to potential rate hikes.
The article notes that rising interest rates and Federal Reserve balance sheet shrinkage could be near-term headwinds.
The article warns of volatile dividends and potential headwinds from rising interest rates.
The company is mentioned as an example of a high-yield stock, but the text cuts off before a detailed analysis is provided.
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