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Which 12% Dividend Stock is the Better Buy Now? HTGC vs TRIN

Jul 29, 2026

The creator compares two high-yield dividend stocks, Hercules Capital (HTGC) and Trinity Capital (TRIN), both yielding over 12%. While Trinity Capital currently trades at a lower premium to its Net Asset Value (NAV) than Hercules Capital, historical data suggests Hercules Capital is trading at a significantly lower premium than its typical range, potentially making it a better buying opportunity despite a recent short report and lawsuits.

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TRINNeutralMedium ConvictionSignal-backedPrimary

Trinity Capital (TRIN) is currently the better deal strictly from a valuation perspective as it trades at a lower premium to its NAV compared to Hercules Capital, and is within its historical premium range.

HTGCBullishMedium ConvictionSignal-backedPrimary

Hercules Capital (HTGC) may be a better buying opportunity than Trinity Capital because it's trading at a significantly lower premium to its historical average, despite a recent short report.

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