What changed in the CGBD analyst rating on Feb 25, 2026?

On Feb 25, 2026, B. Riley upgraded CGBD from Neutral to **Buy** after Q4 results. The upgrade included a **$13** price target and was followed by a **1.7%** share rise, or **$0.19**.

How should investors interpret the CGBD analyst rating upgrade?

The CGBD analyst rating upgrade signals improved analyst confidence in credit stability and valuation. Use it as one input while checking dividend coverage, portfolio credit metrics, and broader BDC trends.

Does the CGBD analyst rating change affect Meyka AI’s grade?

Meyka AI rates CGBD **B+**. The B. Riley upgrade informed our sentiment view but did not alone change the grade. Grades factor in benchmarks, sector performance, growth, metrics, and consensus.

Where can I read the original analyst note on the CGBD analyst rating?

The upgrade and coverage are reported by news outlets. See B. Riley’s upgrade noted on [The Fly](https://thefly.com/permalinks/entry.php/id4300936/1004286394/CGBD-B-Riley-gets-more-bullish-on-Carlyle-Secured-Lending-upgrades-shares) and summary listings via the [Wall Street Journal](https://www.wsj.

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B. Riley upgrades CGBD Carlyle Secured Lending, Inc. to Buy Feb 25 2026

ByHuzaifa Zahoor February 26, 2026February 26, 2026

B. Riley upgraded Carlyle Secured Lending, Inc. (CGBD) from Neutral to Buy on February 25, 2026, marking a clear shift in analyst tone. The move is the main recent change in the CGBD analyst rating landscape and followed Q4 results that B. Riley said improved the risk-reward profile. The upgrade corresponded with a 1.7% intraday rise, or $0.19, showing a quick market response. This article reviews the upgrade, B. Riley’s view, market reaction, historical coverage, and what the change means for investors.