Ares Capital Closes $800M Unsecured Notes Offering for Debt Refinancing

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Ares Capital Corporation closed an $800 million offering of 5.550% unsecured notes due 2030, using the proceeds to refinance existing debt and entering an interest rate swap to manage exposure.

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• $800 Million Notes Offering Closed

  Ares Capital Corporation finalized and closed its public offering of $800,000,000 aggregate principal amount of 5.550% unsecured notes due 2030. This follows the pricing announcement on May 4, 2026.

• Proceeds for Debt Refinancing

  The net proceeds from the offering are expected to be used to repay certain outstanding indebtedness under the company's credit facilities.

• Interest Rate Swap Executed

  In connection with the notes, the company entered into an $800 million interest rate swap to convert the fixed rate of 5.550% to a floating rate based on one-month SOFR + 1.69950%, maturing on January 15, 2030.

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This 8-K finalizes a significant debt offering for Ares Capital, which was previously announced. The $800 million in unsecured notes provides long-term capital, primarily for refinancing existing credit facilities, which is a positive for balance sheet management. The associated interest rate swap indicates proactive management of interest rate exposure, converting the fixed-rate debt to a floating rate. This transaction strengthens the company's financial structure by securing funding and managing debt costs.