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Eagle Point Credit Company Inc.(ECC)
Advisory History & Simulated Performance *
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Advisory Performance History (Simulated)
Upturn Advisory & Investor View for ECC
10/30/2026: ECC (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Eagle Point Credit Company Inc. is a specialized closed-end investment fund that provides investors with exposure to the equity and junior debt tranches of collateralized loan obligations (CLOs). The company's primary strength lies in its focused management expertise and its ability to generate high monthly income, making it a strong fit for income-oriented investors. Its primary investment story centers on capturing yield from senior secured loans via securitized structures. Key risks include significant exposure to corporate loan defaults during economic downturns and the inherent complexity of CLO valuations. Investors should closely monitor the company's dividend sustainability and the broader health of the leveraged credit markets.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.
Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Weak fit | The company is primarily structured for income generation rather than capital appreciation. |
| Momentum investor | Mixed fit | Momentum may be influenced by dividend yields and broader market interest in high-yield assets. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | Valuation depends on complex NAV calculations and the underlying credit quality of the CLO portfolio. |
| Dividend investor | Strong fit | The company is explicitly designed to provide monthly income distributions to shareholders. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | CLO equity is a high-risk asset class with significant volatility and sensitivity to economic cycles. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | High | The share price can fluctuate significantly based on market sentiment toward leveraged credit. |
| Valuation risk | Medium / high | Valuing illiquid CLO equity tranches involves significant management estimation. |
| Competition risk (CLO/Credit Funds) | Medium | Competition for high-quality CLO equity can compress yields. |
| Business quality | Medium | Success relies heavily on the manager's ability to navigate credit cycles. |
| Dividend income | Medium / high | Dividends are variable and dependent on cash flows from underlying assets. |
| Execution risk | Medium | The complexity of managing leveraged structures poses operational risks. |
Price Behavior

Downtrend
The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.

Moderately Choppy
The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -12.87% | Avg. Invested days 46 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating ![]() | Upturn Advisory Performance | Stock Returns Performance |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 352.48M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 8.5 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 8.5 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 1.4M shares | Beta 0.38 | 52 Weeks Range 2.55 - 5.17 | Updated Date 11/01/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 2.55 - 5.17 | Updated Date 11/01/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 54.55% | Basic EPS (TTM) -1.3 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| CLO Equity Investments | Income from equity and junior debt tranches in collateralized loan obligations. | The company earns money by collecting interest payments from a pool of corporate loans that it has packaged into CLOs. |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 4.21 | Enterprise Value 778.59M | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.92 |
Enterprise Value 778.59M | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.92 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 42.93 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA - | Shares Outstanding 133.01M | Shares Floating - |
Shares Outstanding 133.01M | Shares Floating - | ||
Percent Insiders 0.26 | Percent Institutions 15.12 |
Financial Metrics
🧭 Investment Snapshot
Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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