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anonMLS

Blue Owl and BDCs

Seeking Advice

I am aiming for dividends at the qualified dividend rate.

I have noticed that similar capital lenders like Ares are classified as BDCs, meaning their dividends are taxed as ordinary income.

However, from what I've read Blue Owl (OWL) is not a BDC, but a holding company for several BDCs including the retail OBDC that has spooked the market.

If I buy shares in OWL, this means I am eventually taxed only at the qualified dividend rate? But if I invest in OBDC, I am taxed at ordinary income?

Posted Mar 2, 2026, 2:31 PM UTC

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