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Advanced Flower Capital Inc. (Nasdaq: AFCG) generates news primarily through its activities as a specialty lender to cannabis-related and middle-market businesses and through its transition from a commercial mortgage REIT to a business development company (BDC). Based in West Palm Beach, Florida and externally managed by AFC Management, LLC, the company focuses on senior secured loans and other forms of debt to U.S. cannabis operators in compliant states, ancillary cannabis businesses, and select companies outside the cannabis industry.
News updates for AFCG often center on quarterly and annual financial results, including GAAP net income or loss and the company’s non-GAAP performance measure, Distributable Earnings. Releases commonly discuss portfolio performance, non-accrual positions, loan repayments and the Board’s decisions on quarterly cash dividends, which are informed in part by Distributable Earnings and other factors.
Another recurring theme in Advanced Flower Capital’s news is its strategic and regulatory evolution. The company has announced the expansion of its investment mandate beyond real estate-backed loans, the intention and subsequent approval to convert from a REIT to a BDC, and shareholder votes on key proposals such as a new investment advisory agreement and reduced asset coverage requirements under the Investment Company Act of 1940. These developments are accompanied by commentary from company leadership on investment opportunities and risk-adjusted return objectives.
Operational and financing updates also appear in AFCG’s news flow, including changes to its senior secured revolving credit facility and its use to fund commitments to borrowers, originate or participate in commercial loans to cannabis operators, and support working capital. Investors following AFCG’s news can review earnings releases, dividend declarations, credit facility announcements and regulatory milestones to understand how the company is managing its loan portfolio and capital structure under the REIT and, more recently, BDC frameworks.
AFC Gamma, Inc. (NASDAQ:AFCG) announced a senior secured credit facility of $82.5 million to Bloom Medicinals Holding Company to support their expansion plans.
This funding will enable Bloom to repay existing debt, acquire a Level 1 Cultivation license in Ohio, and further bolster their working capital. CEO Leonard M. Tannenbaum highlighted this deal as a key to Bloom’s vertical integration in Ohio and Missouri. This is the third loan transaction between AFC Gamma and Bloom, showcasing their longstanding partnership in the evolving cannabis industry.
AFC Gamma Inc. (NASDAQ:AFCG) reported a strong performance for 2021, with a net income of $21.0 million or $1.57 per share. The company increased its dividend by 10% to $0.55 per share for Q1 2022 after a record of $24.7 million in distributable earnings. Total commitments rose 288% to $419.2 million, showcasing significant growth. In Q4 2021, net income was $7.0 million, and total net interest income surged by 22.1%. AFCG also completed a follow-on offering raising $63 million in capital, reinforcing its position as a leading lender in the cannabis sector.
AFC Gamma has expanded its credit facilities by $46.9 million, supporting three existing borrowers: Verano, Nature’s Medicines, and Natrabis. The commitments include $26.6 million to Verano, totaling $86.6 million; $15.3 million to Nature's Medicines, totaling $77.8 million; and $5 million to Natrabis, resulting in a total of $15.5 million. This strategic move aims to strengthen relationships and support the borrowers' growth as they expand operations across multiple states.
AFC Gamma, Inc. (NASDAQ:AFCG) plans to announce earnings for Q4 and the fiscal year ending December 31, 2021, on March 10, 2022. The company will host a conference call at 10:00 AM ET on the same date to discuss financial results. Interested parties can access the live audio webcast on AFC Gamma's website or by calling in. AFC Gamma specializes in providing lending solutions for established cannabis operators, with a senior management team boasting over 100 years of combined experience in investment management.
AFC Gamma has announced the appointment of Marnie Sudnow to its Board of Directors, expanding it to eight members. Sudnow brings over 20 years of experience in digital advertising and e-commerce, previously serving as Senior Vice President at Stylitics. Her expertise is expected to enhance the Board's perspective on investment opportunities in the cannabis industry. This move also aligns with AFC Gamma's commitment to board diversity, featuring increased female representation. CEO Leonard M. Tannenbaum emphasized the strategic value of Sudnow’s insights.
AFC Gamma, Inc. (AFCG) announced the pricing of its public offering of 3 million shares at $20.50 each, aiming for gross proceeds of $61.5 million. The offering has a 30-day option for underwriters to purchase an additional 450,000 shares. Proceeds will fund existing loans and support new loans in the cannabis industry, alongside general corporate purposes. The offering is expected to close around January 10, 2022, pending customary conditions. Jefferies, Cowen, and JMP Securities are the lead underwriters.
AFC Gamma, Inc. (AFCG) announced a public offering of 3,000,000 shares of its common stock with an option for underwriters to purchase an additional 450,000 shares. The company plans to use the proceeds for loans to existing borrowers, new loans for cannabis industry operations, and general corporate purposes. Jefferies and Cowen are acting as joint book-running managers for the offering. The registration statement has been filed with the SEC but is not yet effective, meaning shares cannot be sold until it is approved.
AFC Gamma, a commercial real estate finance company focused on the cannabis industry, reported significant funding achievements for the year ended December 31, 2021. The company secured total commitments of $341.3 million, with gross funding at $302.5 million and net funding at $275.5 million. In Q4 2021, gross funding reached $125.6 million. Additionally, AFC Gamma attained a BBB+ investment grade rating and closed a $100 million unsecured notes offering. All investments are current with no loans on non-accrual.
AFC Gamma announced a $60 million commitment as part of a $100 million senior secured credit facility to Acreage Holdings to support debt repayment and expansion plans. The credit facility, co-arranged with Viridescent Realty Trust, is backed by first-lien mortgages on Acreage's properties. This partnership aims to enhance Acreage’s financial flexibility and drive profitability in key markets like New York and New Jersey. The facility includes a $50 million accordion option for future funding contingent on performance milestones.
AFC Gamma, Inc. has announced a quarterly dividend of $0.50 per share for Q4 2021, representing a 16% increase from the previous quarter's dividend of $0.43. This dividend will be payable on January 14, 2022, to shareholders on record by December 31, 2021. The increase positions AFC Gamma to distribute an amount equivalent to the low end of their target range of 90% to 100% of distributable earnings for the year. AFC Gamma continues to focus on providing customized financing solutions for cannabis companies.