PROSPECT CAPITAL CORP (PSEC) Stock
PSEC has an Alpha Score of 40 out of 100 (weak), computed on Nov 7, 2026 from 3 of 4 sub-scores. 1 member of Congress disclosed 2 trades in PSEC since 2018: 2 purchases and 0 sales, most recently Gary Palmer (purchase, Aug 6, 2018). 2 of the hedge funds AlphaScala tracks reported PSEC in 13F filings for the quarter ended Jun 30, 2026; the largest reported position is Marshall Wace's at $7.09M. Company insiders reported 1 open-market buy and 0 sales on SEC Form 4 in the 90 days to Nov 6, 2026. Its trailing P/E ratio is 5.5 and its net margin 24.0% (key statistics as of Oct 30, 2026).
What is PSEC's Alpha Score?
How it works →Alpha Score of 40 reflects weak overall profile with poor momentum, strong value, weak quality. Based on 3 of 4 signals – score is capped at 90 until remaining data ingests.
Computed from 3 of 4 sub-scores; a sub-score is left out when its inputs are missing, and the composite is capped accordingly.
Computed Nov 7, 2026
A rules-based research rating, not a recommendation to buy or sell.
Which members of Congress traded PROSPECT CAPITAL CORP (PSEC)?
Most recent: Gary Palmer (purchase, Aug 6, 2018); records start Jul 12, 2018.
| Politician | Trade date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gary Palmer R-AL · House | 2018-08-06 | purchase | $1k – $15k |
| Gary Palmer R-AL · House | 2018-07-12 | purchase | $1k – $15k |
From STOCK Act periodic transaction reports. House filings as of Nov 5, 2026.
See all PSEC political trades →Which hedge funds own PSEC?
From 13F filings| Fund | Shares Held | Position Value | Change vs prior Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marshall Wace | 3.07M | $7.09M | -35% |
| Citadel Ken Griffin | 13K | $30.4K | +8% |
13F holdings as of Jun 30, 2026
Explore all tracked funds →Are PROSPECT CAPITAL CORP insiders buying or selling?
SEC Form 4 filings| Date | Insider | Role | Type | Shares | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 4, 26 | Barry John F | CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER | BUY | 1.22M | $2.7M |
SEC Form 4 filings as of Nov 6, 2026
See cluster-buy signals across all tickers →What are PSEC's key statistics?
Key statistics as of Oct 30, 2026
How does PSEC's valuation compare with the Financials sector?
| Metric | PSEC | Financials median | Companies in median |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E ratio | 5.5 | 12.8 | 224 |
| Net margin | 24.03% | 20.42% | 210 |
| Return on equity | 3.36% | 12.33% | 236 |
| Dividend yield (payers) | 12.31% | 3.33% | 176 |
Medians over the Financials stocks whose key statistics were refreshed in the last 35 days (newest Nov 7, 2026). P/E excludes loss-making companies.
PSEC price chart
Powered by TradingViewWhat does PROSPECT CAPITAL CORP do?
Prospect Capital Corporation is a business development company (BDC) that provides capital and financing to middle-market companies across the United States. Its primary function is to offer debt and equity investments that support the growth and expansion of these businesses, typically operating within industries such as manufacturing, healthcare, and financial services. By investing primarily in senior and subordinated loans, Prospect Capital Corporation aids companies that may not have easy access to traditional banking resources, thus playing a critical role in facilitating liquidity and capital flow in underserved markets. The company is notable for its diversified portfolio approach, which helps mitigate risk and provides a steady income stream through interest payments and dividends. Since its inception, Prospect Capital has been a significant player in the financial markets, focusing on strategic investments that balance yield with the safety of principal. Its presence strengthens the availability of capital in niche markets, thereby supporting economic development and expansion efforts in various sectors.