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Capital Southwest Corporation (CSWC) is an internally managed business development company listed on Nasdaq and based in Dallas, Texas. The company focuses on providing flexible financing solutions to support the acquisition and growth of middle market businesses, with $5 million to $50 million investments across the capital structure, including first lien, second lien and non-control equity co-investments. Its news flow reflects this middle market lending focus and its role as a public investment company.
On this page, readers can follow CSWC news related to quarterly and annual financial results, portfolio activity and capital structure developments. Recent releases have covered first and second fiscal quarter results, including details on total investment income, pre-tax net investment income, portfolio composition between credit and equity investments, and non-accrual levels. These updates provide insight into how Capital Southwest’s credit portfolio, largely composed of first lien senior secured debt, and its equity co-investments are performing over time.
Capital Southwest also issues frequent announcements about its dividend policy, including monthly regular dividends and quarterly supplemental dividends, as well as information on its dividend reinvestment plan for registered stockholders. Investors can track Board of Directors decisions on dividend amounts per share and payment schedules, along with commentary on taxable income available for distribution.
Other notable news items include capital markets transactions, such as the pricing and issuance of 5.950% Notes due 2030, updates on the Corporate Credit Facility and SPV Credit Facility, and the use of the Equity ATM Program to raise common equity. Governance and corporate developments, including annual meeting voting results, executive promotions and affirmed investment grade ratings from Fitch Ratings, also appear in the company’s news. This page is a central resource for monitoring ongoing developments that affect CSWC’s operations, portfolio and capital structure.
Capital Southwest (Nasdaq: CSWC) announced significant leadership changes effective February 17, 2025. Michael Sarner, the current CFO, will succeed Bowen Diehl as President and CEO, joining the Board of Directors. Diehl will continue serving in an advisory capacity for at least one year.
Additional promotions include Chris Rehberger advancing from Executive VP of Finance to CFO, Treasurer & Secretary, and Tabitha Geiger moving from Deputy Compliance Officer to Chief Compliance Officer.
Sarner, who joined Capital Southwest in 2015, brings over 30 years of financial and BDC experience, having raised over $2 billion in debt and equity for the company. He previously spent 15 years at American Capital as Executive VP and Treasurer.
Capital Southwest (CSWC) reported strong financial results for Q3 FY2025 ended December 31, 2024. The company achieved pre-tax net investment income of $0.64 per share, surpassing both its regular dividend of $0.58 and supplemental dividend of $0.05 per share. The total investment portfolio reached $1.7 billion, with a credit portfolio of $1.5 billion comprising 98% first-lien senior secured debt.
The company originated $317.5 million in new commitments, including investments in nine new portfolio companies totaling $175.2 million. The weighted average yield on debt investments was 12.1%. The Board declared an increased total dividend of $0.64 per share for Q1 2025, consisting of a $0.58 regular dividend and a $0.06 supplemental dividend.
Notable metrics include net asset value (NAV) per share of $16.59, cash and cash equivalents of $36.0 million, and total net assets of $830.4 million. Current non-accruals represent 2.7% of the total investment portfolio with a fair value of $45.8 million.
Capital Southwest (Nasdaq: CSWC) has disclosed the U.S. federal income tax treatment of its 2024 dividends. The company paid total dividends of $2.53 per share for the tax year ended December 31, 2024. The dividends were comprised of 100% ordinary income, including net short-term capital gains.
The quarterly dividend payments were distributed as follows:
- March 29, 2024: $0.63 per share
- June 28, 2024: $0.63 per share
- September 30, 2024: $0.64 per share
- December 31, 2024: $0.63 per share
Notably, 92.89% of the dividends qualify as Interest-Related and Short-Term Capital Gain dividends, which are generally exempt from U.S. withholding tax for Non-U.S. Residents and Foreign Shareholders.
Capital Southwest (Nasdaq: CSWC) has released preliminary operating results for Q3 FY2025 (ended December 31, 2024). The business development company estimates pre-tax net investment income of $0.63-$0.64 per share and net investment income of $0.62-$0.63 per share. The company's preliminary net asset value per share is estimated between $16.57-$16.62, with investment assets at fair value approximately $1.7 billion as of December 31, 2024.
The company will announce final Q3 2025 results on February 3, 2025, after market close, followed by a live webcast on February 4, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. Eastern time. Investors can participate through the company's website or register for the live call.
Capital Southwest (Nasdaq: CSWC) has received a 'green light' letter from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) to apply for its second SBIC license. If approved, this would provide access to an additional $175 million in growth capital through SBA-guaranteed debentures, bringing the total SBIC program borrowing capacity to $350 million.
The SBA debentures come with ten-year maturities and fixed interest rates linked to the U.S. 10 Year Treasury rate. The company received its first SBIC license in April 2021, which has been important to its lower middle market investment strategy. However, the green light letter does not guarantee final SBIC license approval or specify a timeframe for potential approval.
Capital Southwest (CSWC) has announced the pricing of $200 million in 5.125% Convertible Notes due 2029, with an additional $30 million over-allotment option. The notes will pay quarterly interest and mature on November 15, 2029. The initial conversion rate is 40 shares per $1,000 principal amount, equivalent to a $25.00 per share conversion price, representing a 12% premium over the last reported stock price. The company expects net proceeds of approximately $193.6 million, which will be used to redeem its 4.50% Notes due 2026, repay revolving credit facility debt, and for general corporate purposes.
Capital Southwest (Nasdaq: CSWC) has announced a registered public offering of unsecured convertible notes due 2029. The notes will pay quarterly interest and can be converted into cash, CSWC common stock, or a combination of both at the company's discretion. The specific terms, including interest rate and initial conversion rate, will be determined during pricing.
The company plans to use the proceeds to redeem its 4.50% Notes due 2026 and repay part of its senior secured revolving credit facility with ING Capital Oppenheimer & Co. is serving as the sole book-running manager for the offering, which is being conducted under Capital Southwest's automatic shelf registration statement.
Capital Southwest (CSWC) reported financial results for Q2 FY2025 ended September 30, 2024. The company achieved pre-tax net investment income of $0.64 per share, fully covering both regular dividend of $0.58 and supplemental dividend of $0.06. Total investment portfolio reached $1.5 billion, with 98% in first-lien senior secured debt. The company originated $89.8 million in new commitments during the quarter, including investments in four new portfolio companies. Net Asset Value (NAV) per share was $16.59. The Board declared a regular dividend of $0.58 and supplemental dividend of $0.05 per share for Q4 2024.
Capital Southwest (Nasdaq: CSWC), an internally managed business development company, has announced its schedule for the Second Quarter 2025 Earnings Release and Conference Call. The company will release its Q2 2025 results on Monday, October 28, 2024, after market close. A live webcast is scheduled for Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. Eastern time.
Investors can participate in the webcast through the Investor Relations section of Capital Southwest's website or by accessing a specific web-page. For those who wish to join the call and ask questions, registration is required through a provided URL. Registered participants will receive dial-in numbers and a unique PIN for call access. Registration remains open even after the event has started.
Capital Southwest (CSWC) has announced a significant expansion of its Corporate Credit Facility. The company has increased total commitments from $460 million to $485 million, representing a $25 million increase under the existing accordion feature. This expansion was facilitated by the addition of one new lender, bringing the total number of participants in the bank syndicate to 11. The Corporate Credit Facility's accordion feature allows for potential future growth, with maximum commitments of up to $750 million.
This increase in the credit facility enhances Capital Southwest's capacity to provide flexible financing solutions for middle market businesses, supporting their acquisition and growth strategies. The expansion of the credit facility demonstrates the company's continued ability to attract lender support and potentially signals confidence in its business model and growth prospects.
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