Carlyle Secured Lending Stock Discussion

Linda Pace, Chair of Carlyle Secured Lending, praised Plouffe's appointment, citing his experience as key to executing the company's strategy. Plouffe is eager to use Carlyle's strong origination platform to deliver performance and generate value for shareholders.

CSL's CEO is satisfied with Q4 and fiscal year 2023 results, attributing them to the company's use of the OneCarlyle platform and performance in a changing market. The CEO's confidence in the future is reflected in the increased base dividend.

1. Share Prices and P/NAV Multiples Have Expanded on Improved Sentiment YTD
BDC shares have performed well YTD, both on an absolute and relative basis (vs. the S&P 500 Index) as multiples have expanded on improved investor sentiment. The tailwinds from higher benchmark interest rates have persisted through 1H23 (and our estimates reflect further benefits from rates ex...