Hamilton Lane Announces SEC Effectiveness for Firm's First Interval Fund

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Hamilton Lane (Nasdaq: HLNE) announced the SEC declared effective its first interval fund, the Hamilton Lane Credit Income Fund (HLCIF), on March 24, 2026. The fund offers 1099 tax reporting, quarterly repurchase offers, daily NAV pricing and competitive fees.

HLCIF targets middle‑market senior loans sourced via Hamilton Lane's multi‑manager private credit platform, which the company says totals $94 billion. HLCIF will join the firm's Evergreen Platform as its 12th fund; Hamilton Lane expects availability in April 2026.

Positive

• SEC effectiveness enables HLCIF offering
• $94 billion private credit platform scale
• HLCIF is the 12th Evergreen Platform fund
• Quarterly repurchase offers provide periodic liquidity

Negative

• Interval fund structure implies limited quarterly liquidity
• Fund availability delayed until April 2026 (not immediate)

Key Figures

Private credit platform size: $94 billion Direct credit track record: more than 20 years Evergreen Platform funds: 12 funds +3 more

6 metrics

Private credit platform size $94 billion Hamilton Lane private credit platform AUM

Direct credit track record more than 20 years Hamilton Lane direct credit investing history

Evergreen Platform funds 12 funds HLCIF becomes the 12th fund on Evergreen Platform

Evergreen Platform AUM $16 billion Evergreen Platform AUM referenced in article

‘40 Act reference year 1940 Investment Company Act of 1940 registration

Expected launch timing April 2026 HLCIF expected to be available for purchase

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Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Mar 19 (Positive)

Pattern 5 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	Move	Catalyst
Mar 19	Real estate recapitalization	Positive	-1.6%	Recapitalization of Tenaya Village ESR retail center with HLNE majority stake.
Mar 17	Fund investment	Positive	+3.5%	Participation in Sands Capital’s oversubscribed $1.1B Global Innovation Fund III.
Mar 17	Strategic partnership	Positive	+3.5%	Strategic investment in Republic to expand tokenized private-market access.
Mar 11	Market outlook report	Positive	-6.0%	Release of 2026 Market Overview on private markets, AI, credit and secondaries.
Mar 09	Platform participation	Positive	-0.9%	HLNE joins other asset managers as investor in Corastone blockchain platform.

Pattern Detected

Recent strategic and partnership announcements often produced mixed reactions, with several positive-sounding news items followed by negative price moves, but some distribution/evergreen-platform news coinciding with gains.

Recent Company History

Over the past few weeks, Hamilton Lane has highlighted several strategic initiatives. On March 9, it appeared as an investor in Corastone’s private-markets platform, followed by a broad 2026 Market Overview on March 11. On March 17, the firm announced both a strategic investment in Republic, tied to expanding private-wealth access with its Evergreen Platform managing $16 billion AUM, and participation in Sands Capital’s $1.1 billion Global Innovation Fund III. A Las Vegas retail-center recapitalization was detailed on March 19. Today’s interval fund launch fits this ongoing distribution and product-expansion theme.

Market Pulse Summary

This announcement details SEC effectiveness for Hamilton Lane’s first interval fund, HLCIF, focused ...

Analysis

This announcement details SEC effectiveness for Hamilton Lane’s first interval fund, HLCIF, focused on middle-market private credit within a platform managing $94 billion in private credit and an Evergreen Platform at $16 billion AUM. It extends prior efforts to broaden private-wealth access to private markets. Historical news shows recurring themes of product innovation, partnerships, and market commentary. Investors may monitor actual fundraising, loan performance, and subsequent updates on the Evergreen Platform’s growth.

Key Terms

interval fund, private credit, Investment Company Act of 1940, nav, +1 more

5 terms

interval fund financial

"Structured as an interval fund and registered under the Investment Company Act..."

An interval fund is a type of investment fund that allows investors to buy and sell shares only at specific times during the year, rather than daily like many other funds. Think of it as a club that opens its doors for trading only during designated periods, giving investors a way to access less liquid assets while still having some control over when they can buy or sell. This structure helps investors access unique investment opportunities that may not be easily available elsewhere.

private credit financial

"As an asset class, private credit has a history of consistency and benchmark..."

Private credit is a form of borrowing where companies or organizations obtain loans directly from private lenders rather than traditional banks or financial markets. It often involves customized financing arrangements that are not traded publicly, making it a way for businesses to access funding outside of standard channels. For investors, private credit offers the potential for higher returns, but typically comes with increased risk and less liquidity compared to more conventional investments.

Investment Company Act of 1940 regulatory

"Structured as an interval fund and registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940..."

A U.S. federal law that sets the rulebook for pooled investment vehicles such as mutual funds, exchange-traded funds and similar money managers, requiring them to register with regulators, disclose holdings and fees, limit conflicts of interest, and follow governance standards. It matters to investors because these protections and transparency rules act like a referee and scoreboard, helping people compare funds, trust that managers follow fair practices, and spot hidden costs or risks.

nav technical

"investors daily NAV pricing and transparency and prioritize a conservative..."

Net asset value (NAV) is the total value of all the investments and assets in a fund or company, minus any debts or liabilities, divided by the number of shares or units outstanding. It represents the per-share worth, giving investors an idea of what each share is truly worth based on the underlying assets. Think of it like a company's total worth divided among its shares, helping investors assess whether a share is fairly priced.

middle-market senior loans financial

"portfolio of middle-market senior loans, sourced from Hamilton Lane's extensive..."

Loans made to mid-sized companies that sit at the top of the repayment order, meaning they are paid back before other creditors if the company runs into trouble. Think of them like a first mortgage on a house: they typically carry lower default risk than subordinated debt but offer higher yields than large-company bonds. Investors care because these loans balance income and safety in portfolios focused on credit returns.

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• The Hamilton Lane Credit Income Fund offers access to a diversified portfolio of middle-market senior loans sourced through Hamilton Lane's global multi-manager platform.

CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., March 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading global private markets firm Hamilton Lane (Nasdaq: HLNE) today announced that the Hamilton Lane Credit Income Fund ("HLCIF" or the "Fund") has been declared effective by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

HLCIF is designed to deliver accessible entry points for wealth professionals across the experience spectrum, with investor-friendly features including 1099 tax reporting, quarterly limited liquidity and competitive fees. Structured as an interval fund and registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940 ("40 Act"), HLCIF will aim to offer individual investors daily NAV pricing and transparency and prioritize a conservative investment approach focused on mitigating volatility and managing risk. Investors also benefit from quarterly repurchase offers that seek to provide periodic liquidity without the typical lockups of closed-end vehicles.

HLCIF offers access to a diverse portfolio of private credit loans sourced from Hamilton Lane's extensive¹ GP network. Hamilton Lane's private credit platform has grown to $94 billion² in size and has been investing in direct credit for more than 20 years. As an asset class, private credit has a history of consistency and benchmark outperformance over long periods³.

Nayef Perry, Head of Direct Credit at Hamilton Lane, commented: "Rather than index-style exposure, HLCIF offers curated access to a diversified private credit portfolio of middle market senior loans, sourced from Hamilton Lane's extensive multi-manager platform focused on middle-market lending opportunities. The Fund seeks to target reliable income and long-term performance, an appealing combination in today's economic environment."

Beth Nardi, Head of U.S. Private Wealth at Hamilton Lane, added: "The Fund advances our long-standing commitment to expanding access to private markets for private wealth investors. The addition of HLCIF to our Evergreen Platform marks a significant step forward in that strategy."

HLCIF will be the 12^th fund on the firm's Evergreen Platform, which today serves thousands of advisors and manages $16 billion in AUM⁴. For more information on Hamilton Lane's Private Wealth business, click here.

Hamilton Lane expects HLCIF to be available for purchase in April 2026.

About Hamilton Lane

Hamilton Lane (Nasdaq: HLNE) is one of the largest private markets investment firms globally, providing innovative solutions to institutional and private wealth investors around the world. Dedicated exclusively to private markets investing for more than 30 years, the firm currently employs approximately 780 professionals operating in offices throughout North America, Europe, Asia Pacific and the Middle East. Hamilton Lane has $1.0 trillion in assets under management and supervision, composed of $146.1 billion in discretionary assets and $871.5 billion in non-discretionary assets, as of December 31, 2025. Hamilton Lane specializes in building flexible investment programs that provide clients access to the full spectrum of private markets strategies, sectors and geographies. For more information, please visit our website or follow us on LinkedIn.

Important Information

Private credit involves significant risks, including illiquidity and a lack of daily market pricing, which may contribute to performance differences versus public benchmarks.

Investors should review the Fund's objectives, risks, charges, and expenses before investing. For a prospectus, call (888)-882-8212. Please read it carefully before investing.

Past performance does not guarantee future results, and investing in the Fund involves risk, including possible loss of principal. Investing in the Hamilton Lane Credit Income Fund ("the Fund") involves substantial risk and may not be suitable for all investors. Shares are speculative, illiquid, and not publicly traded, with limited repurchase opportunities and no expected secondary market. Redemptions may be made in kind and may include hard-to-sell securities. As a non-diversified, closed-end interval fund with no operating history, the Fund will conduct quarterly repurchase offers of at least 5% of outstanding shares, but only a limited portion will be eligible. The Fund should be viewed as a long-term investment suitable only for investors who can tolerate a high degree of risk and do not require liquidity. The Fund is newly formed and has no performance history. Results may be affected by market volatility, interest rate changes, leverage, and other economic factors. Distributions are not guaranteed and may be funded from sources such as borrowings or offering proceeds, which may constitute a return of capital. The Fund's success depends on the Adviser's ability to source suitable investments, including through private underlying vehicles ("Portfolio Funds"), which may involve illiquidity, valuation uncertainty, limited operating histories, unfunded commitments, and reduced transparency. The Fund may also invest in below-investment-grade securities, which carry higher default, valuation, liquidity, and volatility risks. Fund shares are not government-insured and do not represent a complete investment program. Hamilton Lane Advisors, LLC is the Fund's investment advisor. Distribution Services, LLC serves as the Fund's Distributor.

*S&P UBS Leveraged Loan Index tracks USDdenominated, seniorsecured, noninvestmentgrade leveraged loans. PME applies pooled private fund cash flows to a public index, scaling contributions to match ending Net Asset Value (NAV) and calculating Internal Rate of Return (IRR) on adjusted flows.

Forward-Looking Statements

Some of the statements in this release may constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Words such as "will," "expect," "believe," "estimate," "continue," "anticipate," "intend," "plan" and similar expressions, or the negative version of these words or other comparable words, are intended to identify these forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements discuss management's current expectations and projections relating to, among other things, our financial position, results of operations, plans, objectives, future performance and business. All forward-looking statements are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other important factors that may cause actual results to be materially different. For more information regarding the risks and uncertainties that Hamilton Lane faces, you should refer to the "Risk Factors" detailed in Part I, Item 1A of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2025 and in our subsequent reports filed from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"), which are accessible on the SEC's website at www.sec.gov. The forward-looking statements included in this release are made only as of the date hereof. We undertake no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statement as a result of new information or future events, except as otherwise required by law.

¹ Hamiton Lane has more than 400 active GP relationships within its private credit platform as of 12/31/25

² Inclusive of $21B in discretionary assets under management and $73B in non-discretionary assets under management, as of 9/30/2025

³ Source: Hamilton Lane Data via Cobalt, Bloomberg (January 2026). An industry dataset of private credit funds; does not differentiate senior vs. junior debt. Private Credit IRR has outperformed S&P UBS Leveraged Loan Index Public Market Equivalent* in each of the last 24 years as of 9/30/25. Does not represent the fund. You cannot invest in an index. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

⁴ Assets Under Management is calculated as the net asset value (NAV) as of December 31, 2025, plus net subscriptions received for the January 2, 2026 dealing date

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FAQ

What did HLNE announce on March 24, 2026 about HLCIF?

HLNE said the SEC declared the Hamilton Lane Credit Income Fund effective on March 24, 2026. According to the company, this enables the interval fund to be offered to investors and to begin distribution preparations ahead of planned April 2026 availability.

When will HLNE's HLCIF be available for purchase?

HLNE expects HLCIF to be available for purchase in April 2026. According to the company, final timing will follow SEC effectiveness and distribution setup via its Evergreen Platform and wealth channels.

What liquidity terms does HLNE's HLCIF offer investors?

HLCIF provides quarterly repurchase offers and limited liquidity each quarter rather than daily redemptions. According to the company, this interval structure aims to balance periodic liquidity with access to private credit investments and daily NAV pricing.

What assets will HLNE's HLCIF invest in and who sources them?

HLCIF targets middle‑market senior loans sourced through Hamilton Lane's multi‑manager private credit platform. According to the company, the platform has grown to about $94 billion and has invested in direct credit for over 20 years.

How does HLCIF affect HLNE's Evergreen Platform and private wealth offering?

HLCIF will be the 12th fund on HLNE's Evergreen Platform and expands private wealth options. According to the company, the platform now serves thousands of advisors and manages about $16 billion in AUM.