Three financial ETFs—but just one is a buy

Banks and other financial services firms suffered in early 2020 as the pandemic took hold. But most have since bounced back. Meanwhile, once COVID-19 eventually subsides and economic activity strengthens, the best of these stocks should be strong performers. That’s all the more so because… Read More

Hi, Pat. What is your view on Ares Capital Corp.? They seem to have an attractive dividend for a financial stock. Thanks.

Ares Capital Corp., $17.13, symbol ARCC on Nasdaq (Shares outstanding: 314.1 million; Market cap: $5.4 billion; www.arescapitalcorp.com), provides debt and equity financing to U.S. mid-sized companies and venture capital-backed businesses. Billionaire Tony Ressler heads Ares and its affiliates.

Ares Capital initiates and invests in senior secured… Read More