Gladstone Capital’s shares rose 4.0% post-earnings, reflecting investor approval of stable asset levels, incremental net investment income growth, and ample liquidity supporting ongoing investment opportunities despite a modest decline in interest income.
- Interest income declined 2.9% sequentially to $23.2 million driven by a 40 basis point decline in portfolio yield to 11.8%, partially offset by a 2.8% increase in earning assets.
- Net investment income increased by $574,000 to $11.8 million, covering 116% of cash distributions and supporting a $0.52 per share payout.
- Prepayment fees and dividends contributed an additional $2.2 million boost to other income compared to the prior quarter.
- Total assets rose modestly to $925 million, with liabilities declining slightly to $442 million, leaving net assets at $483 million and NAV per share up from $21.13 to $21.36.
- Leverage remains conservative at 92% of NAV, and borrowing capacity exceeds $150 million on a $365 million credit facility, providing flexibility to capitalize on new private equity-backed deals.
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