ARES CAPITAL CORP - Form 8-K Summary
Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 8-K was filed on November 4, 2015, by Ares Capital Corporation. The filing serves to announce the company's financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2015, and to disclose a new dividend declaration.
Key Financial Metrics and Dividend Declaration
The filing references a press release (Exhibit 99.1) containing the detailed financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2015. The text of this Form 8-K does not provide specific values for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity; these figures are contained within the referenced exhibit.
Dividend Declaration:
- Amount: $0.38 per share
- Quarter: Fourth quarter 2015
- Record Date: December 15, 2015
- Payment Date: December 31, 2015
Material Changes and Outlook
The filing text does not provide specific data regarding material changes versus prior periods, management commentary, guidance, risks, or unusual items. These details are located in the press release attached as Exhibit 99.1.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Review Exhibit 99.1 (Press Release) for specific Q3 2015 revenue, net income, and book value per share figures.
- Verify the dividend payment schedule and record date for the $0.38 per share distribution.
- Check the press release for management's discussion on portfolio performance and liquidity conditions.
- Confirm any updates to forward-looking guidance provided in the accompanying press release.