ARCC Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
ARCC - Ares Capital Corporation
$18.79
0.15 (0.80%)
▲
5d:
+1.73%
30d:
-1.47%
90d:
+3.3%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 14, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 29, 2026
13d
Smart Money Accumulation
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Strength: 5.6/10
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: ARCC shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 0.5% decline. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: ARCC shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 0.5% decline. Moderate conviction.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$15.19
Based on -4.2% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$9.43
Trading above historical range
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 9.9x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: ARCC is currently trading at $18.79, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $18.13 to $18.91. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 9.8) is in line with its historical norms (9.9). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 0.5% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ARCC is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $18.25. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: ARCC has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $20.73 (+10.3%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ARCC is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $18.25. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: ARCC has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $20.73 (+10.3%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Historical Trading Range
$18.13 -
$18.91
Company Quality Score
61/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
73.8%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (60/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($20.73)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$18.13 -
$18.91
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$18.25
Resistance Level
$18.99
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Jul 14, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
9.77
Wall Street Target
$20.73
(+10.3%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
4.2%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-64.1%
Profit Margin
37.3%
Valuation Discount vs History
-0.5% cheaper
PE vs Historical
9.8 vs 9.9
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-0.5%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$18.70
(-1%)
2-Year Target
$18.60
(-1%)
3-Year Target
$18.51
(-2%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 10→10)
$18.76
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: -12.5%)
$41.74
(+122%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 9.8, Growth: -12.5%)
$18.72
(0%)
Bear:
(PE: 8.3, Growth: -12.5%)
$15.91
(-15%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (12x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (10x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 11.52 | Current EPS (TTM): $1.63
Bull Case
$24.38
(+30%)
Analyst growth 18.0%, PE expands to 12.7
Base Case
$22.16
(+18%)
Market implied 18.0%, PE stable at 11.5
Bear Case
$12.77
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 9.8
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
💡
Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 9.8 to 9.9
Stabilization Target:
$19.04
(+1.4%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+1.4%
Share & Embed Analysis
Last updated: July 14, 2026 10:12 PM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
2
Buys
0
Sells
+
Net
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