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Portman Ridge Finance Corporation Announces First Quarter 2025 Financial Results

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Portman Ridge Finance Corporation (PTMN) reported its Q1 2025 financial results with net investment income of $0.47 per share and net asset value of $18.85 per share. Total investment income was $12.1 million, down from $14.4 million in Q4 2024, primarily due to a portfolio company being placed on non-accrual status. The company deployed approximately $17.5 million while receiving $15.7 million in sales and repayments, resulting in net deployment of $1.8 million. The investment portfolio at fair value was $406.4 million, spread across 93 different portfolio companies. PTMN declared a quarterly base distribution of $0.47 per share, payable on May 29, 2025. The company currently has six debt investments on non-accrual, representing 2.6% of the portfolio at fair value. Management highlighted their disciplined investment strategy amid macroeconomic uncertainties and encouraged shareholders to vote for the proposed acquisition of Logan Ridge Finance Corporation.
Portman Ridge Finance Corporation (PTMN) ha comunicato i risultati finanziari del primo trimestre 2025 con un reddito netto da investimenti di 0,47 dollari per azione e un valore patrimoniale netto di 18,85 dollari per azione. Il reddito totale da investimenti è stato di 12,1 milioni di dollari, in calo rispetto ai 14,4 milioni del quarto trimestre 2024, principalmente a causa della classificazione di una società del portafoglio in stato di non maturazione degli interessi. L'azienda ha investito circa 17,5 milioni di dollari mentre ha incassato 15,7 milioni da vendite e rimborsi, con un investimento netto di 1,8 milioni di dollari. Il portafoglio investimenti a valore equo ammontava a 406,4 milioni di dollari, distribuiti su 93 diverse società. PTMN ha dichiarato una distribuzione base trimestrale di 0,47 dollari per azione, pagabile il 29 maggio 2025. Attualmente, sei investimenti in debito sono in stato di non maturazione, rappresentando il 2,6% del portafoglio a valore equo. La direzione ha sottolineato la loro strategia di investimento disciplinata in un contesto macroeconomico incerto e ha invitato gli azionisti a votare a favore dell'acquisizione proposta di Logan Ridge Finance Corporation.
Portman Ridge Finance Corporation (PTMN) reportó sus resultados financieros del primer trimestre de 2025 con un ingreso neto por inversiones de 0,47 dólares por acción y un valor neto de activos de 18,85 dólares por acción. El ingreso total por inversiones fue de 12,1 millones de dólares, una disminución respecto a los 14,4 millones del cuarto trimestre de 2024, principalmente debido a que una empresa del portafolio fue clasificada en estado de no acumulación de intereses. La compañía destinó aproximadamente 17,5 millones de dólares mientras recibió 15,7 millones en ventas y reembolsos, resultando en un despliegue neto de 1,8 millones. El portafolio de inversiones a valor justo fue de 406,4 millones de dólares, distribuido en 93 compañías diferentes. PTMN declaró una distribución base trimestral de 0,47 dólares por acción, pagadera el 29 de mayo de 2025. Actualmente, seis inversiones en deuda están en estado de no acumulación, representando el 2,6% del portafolio a valor justo. La gerencia destacó su estrategia disciplinada de inversión en medio de incertidumbres macroeconómicas e incentivó a los accionistas a votar a favor de la adquisición propuesta de Logan Ridge Finance Corporation.
Portman Ridge Finance Corporation(PTMN)은 2025년 1분기 재무 실적을 발표하며 주당 순투자수익 0.47달러주당 순자산가치 18.85달러를 기록했습니다. 총 투자수익은 1,210만 달러로, 2024년 4분기의 1,440만 달러에서 감소했는데, 이는 주로 포트폴리오 내 한 기업이 이자 미발생(non-accrual) 상태로 전환된 영향입니다. 회사는 약 1,750만 달러를 신규 투자했으며, 판매 및 상환으로 1,570만 달러를 회수하여 순투자액은 180만 달러에 달했습니다. 공정가치 기준 투자 포트폴리오는 4억 640만 달러이며, 93개 기업에 분산되어 있습니다. PTMN은 2025년 5월 29일 지급 예정인 분기별 기본 배당금으로 주당 0.47달러를 선언했습니다. 현재 6건의 부채투자가 이자 미발생 상태에 있으며, 이는 포트폴리오 공정가치의 2.6%를 차지합니다. 경영진은 거시경제 불확실성 속에서의 엄격한 투자 전략을 강조하며, 주주들에게 Logan Ridge Finance Corporation의 인수 제안에 찬성 투표를 권장했습니다.
Portman Ridge Finance Corporation (PTMN) a publié ses résultats financiers du premier trimestre 2025 avec un revenu net d'investissement de 0,47 $ par action et une valeur nette d'actif de 18,85 $ par action. Le revenu total d'investissement s'est élevé à 12,1 millions de dollars, en baisse par rapport à 14,4 millions au quatrième trimestre 2024, principalement en raison du passage d'une société du portefeuille en statut de non-acquisition d'intérêts. La société a investi environ 17,5 millions de dollars tout en recevant 15,7 millions en ventes et remboursements, aboutissant à un déploiement net de 1,8 million. Le portefeuille d'investissement à la juste valeur était de 406,4 millions de dollars, réparti sur 93 sociétés différentes. PTMN a déclaré une distribution de base trimestrielle de 0,47 $ par action, payable le 29 mai 2025. Actuellement, six investissements en dette sont en statut de non-acquisition, représentant 2,6 % du portefeuille à la juste valeur. La direction a souligné leur stratégie d'investissement disciplinée dans un contexte macroéconomique incertain et a encouragé les actionnaires à voter en faveur de l'acquisition proposée de Logan Ridge Finance Corporation.
Portman Ridge Finance Corporation (PTMN) meldete die Finanzergebnisse für das erste Quartal 2025 mit einem Nettoanlageertrag von 0,47 USD pro Aktie und einem Nettovermögenswert von 18,85 USD pro Aktie. Das gesamte Anlageergebnis betrug 12,1 Millionen USD, ein Rückgang gegenüber 14,4 Millionen USD im vierten Quartal 2024, hauptsächlich bedingt durch die Einstufung eines Portfoliounternehmens in den Status der Nicht-Akkumulation. Das Unternehmen investierte rund 17,5 Millionen USD und erhielt 15,7 Millionen USD aus Verkäufen und Rückzahlungen, was zu einer Nettoinvestition von 1,8 Millionen USD führte. Das Anlageportfolio zum beizulegenden Zeitwert betrug 406,4 Millionen USD, verteilt auf 93 verschiedene Portfoliounternehmen. PTMN erklärte eine vierteljährliche Basisdividende von 0,47 USD pro Aktie, zahlbar am 29. Mai 2025. Derzeit befinden sich sechs Schuldenanlagen im Nicht-Akkumulationsstatus, was 2,6 % des Portfolios zum beizulegenden Zeitwert ausmacht. Das Management hob seine disziplinierte Anlagestrategie inmitten makroökonomischer Unsicherheiten hervor und forderte die Aktionäre auf, für den vorgeschlagenen Erwerb von Logan Ridge Finance Corporation zu stimmen.
Positive
  • Maintained steady quarterly distribution of $0.47 per share
  • Net deployment of $1.8 million shows continued portfolio growth
  • Strong deployment of $17.5 million into defensively positioned companies
  • Weighted average annualized yield of 11.0%
  • 88.5% of debt securities portfolio is floating rate, providing protection against interest rate changes
Negative
  • Total investment income decreased to $12.1M from $14.4M in Q4 2024
  • NAV per share declined to $18.85 from $19.41 in previous quarter
  • Increase in non-accrual investments to 2.6% of portfolio at fair value from 1.7%
  • Net investment income decreased to $0.47 per share from $0.60 in Q4 2024
  • Net decrease in assets of $82,000 compared to net increase of $4.5M in Q1 2024

Insights

PTMN shows concerning trends with declining NII, NAV, and rising non-accruals, but maintains dividend coverage and has potential acquisition benefits.

Portman Ridge's Q1 2025 results reveal a significant decline in earnings with Net Investment Income of $0.47 per share, down 22% from $0.60 in Q4 2024 and 30% from $0.67 in Q1 2024. This drop stems primarily from reduced investment income ($12.1 million vs $16.5 million year-over-year) after a portfolio company was placed on non-accrual status, necessitating a $0.4 million reversal of previously accrued interest.

The asset quality metrics show concerning deterioration. Non-accrual investments increased to 2.6% of the portfolio at fair value (up from 1.7% last quarter) and 4.7% at amortized cost (up from 3.4%). Net Asset Value declined to $18.85 per share from $19.41, representing a 2.9% quarterly decrease.

The company's deployment activity remained positive but modest, with net deployment of $1.8 million ($17.5 million deployed against $15.7 million in repayments). This selective approach aligns with management's stated focus on "disciplined credit selection and prudent risk management" amid market uncertainty.

On the positive side, Portman Ridge maintained its quarterly distribution at $0.47 per share, exactly matching the current NII level. The portfolio yields approximately 11.0% (excluding non-accruals and CLOs), and leverage remains stable at 1.3x net debt-to-equity. The company also reduced outstanding borrowings from $267.5 million to $255.4 million during the quarter.

The proposed acquisition of Logan Ridge Finance Corporation could deliver strategic benefits through increased scale, improved liquidity, and operational efficiencies, though specific financial projections weren't provided. Meanwhile, the interest rate sensitivity analysis indicates that a 1% increase in rates would potentially add $1.6 million to net investment income, suggesting some upside potential if rates remain elevated.

Reports Net Investment Income of $0.47 Per Share and Net Asset Value of $18.85 Per Share

Deployment of Approximately $17.5 Million and Sales and Repayments of Approximately $15.7 Million for Net Deployment of Approximately $1.8 Million

Announces Second Quarter 2025 Quarterly Base Distribution of $0.47 Per Share

Investors are Encouraged to Vote FOR the Acquisition of Logan Ridge Finance Corporation

NEW YORK, May 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Portman Ridge Finance Corporation (Nasdaq: PTMN) (the “Company” or “Portman Ridge”) announced today its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025.

First Quarter 2025 Highlights

  • Total investment income for the first quarter of 2025 was $12.1 million, down from $14.4 million in the fourth quarter of 2024, due to the reversal of previously accrued income after a portfolio company was placed on non-accrual status in the first quarter of 2025.
  • Core investment income1, excluding the impact of purchase price accounting, for the first quarter of 2025 was $12.1 million, as compared to $14.4 million for the fourth quarter of 2024.
  • Net investment income (“NII”) for the first quarter of 2025 was $4.3 million ($0.47 per share), inclusive of the reversal of $0.4 million ($0.05 per share) of previously accrued interest income on a loan that was placed on non-accrual in the first quarter of 2025, as compared to $5.5 million ($0.60 per share) in the fourth quarter of 2024.
  • Net asset value (“NAV”), as of March 31, 2025, was $173.5 million ($18.85 per share), as compared to NAV of $178.5 million ($19.41 per share) as of December 31, 2024.
  • Deployments of approximately $17.5 million and sales and repayments of approximately $15.7 million, resulting in net deployments of approximately $1.8 million.

Subsequent Events

  • On May 8, 2025, the Company declared a regular quarterly base distribution of $0.47 per share of common stock. The distribution is payable on May 29, 2025, to stockholders of record at the close of business on May 19, 2025.

Management Commentary
Ted Goldthorpe, Chief Executive Officer of Portman Ridge, stated, “During the first quarter we continued to execute on our disciplined investment strategy, deploying approximately $17.5 million into strong, defensively positioned portfolio companies. Concurrently, we had $15.7 million in repayments and sales, resulting in our return to net deployers of capital.

Looking ahead, the current macroeconomic backdrop shaped by shifting trade dynamics, inflation, and ever-evolving monetary policy, continues to drive uncertainty in the market. These dynamics highlight the importance of taking a long-term approach, grounded in disciplined credit selection and prudent risk management. That said, we view this as an opportunity to further differentiate through thoughtful deployment and rigorous underwriting, backed by our prudent investment strategy and experienced management team. I remain confident in our ability to drive the best outcome for shareholders.

Finally, we continue to believe in the strategic benefits the combination with Logan Ridge will provide. This merger represents a meaningful step forward for the Company, with the potential to provide increased scale, improved liquidity, and greater operational efficiency, all of which are critical to enhancing long-term shareholder value. We encourage shareholders to vote FOR the proposed merger, as recommended by the Board of Directors of both companies. We are excited about the road ahead and look forward to sharing more updates soon.”

Selected Financial Highlights

  • Total investment income for the quarter ended March 31, 2025, was $12.1 million, of which $10.3 million was attributable to interest income, inclusive of payment-in-kind income, from the Debt Securities Portfolio. This compares to total investment income of $16.5 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2024, of which $14.2 million was attributable to interest income, inclusive of payment-in-kind income, from the Debt Securities Portfolio.
  • Core investment income for the quarter ended March 31, 2025, excluding the impact of purchase discount accretion, was $12.1 million, as compared to core investment income of $16.5 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2024.
  • Net investment income (“NII”) for the quarter ended March 31, 2025, was $4.3 million ($0.47 per share) as compared to $6.2 million ($0.67 per share) for the quarter ended March 31, 2024.
  • Net asset value (“NAV”) as of March 31, 2025, was $173.5 million ($18.85 per share), as compared to $178.5 million ($19.41 per share) for the fourth quarter of 2024.
  • Deployment during the quarter was strong, with deployments of approximately $17.5 million and sales and repayments of approximately $15.7 million, resulting in net deployment of approximately $1.8 million.
  • Investment portfolio at fair value as of March 31, 2025, was $406.4 million, comprised of 93 different portfolio companies. Our debt investment portfolio, excluding our investments in the CLO Funds, equities and Joint Ventures, totaled $324.8 million at fair value as of March 31, 2025, and was spread across 24 different industries comprised of 72 different portfolio companies with an average par balance per entity of approximately $2.6 million. This compares to a total investment portfolio at fair value as of December 31, 2024, of $405.0 million, comprised of 93 different portfolio companies. Our debt investment portfolio, excluding our investments in the CLO Funds, equities and Joint Ventures, totaled $320.7 million at fair value as of December 31, 2024, spread across 26 different industries and comprised of 71 different portfolio companies, with an average par balance per entity of approximately $2.5 million.
  • Debt investments on non-accrual, as of March 31, 2025, were six, representing 2.6% and 4.7% of the Company’s investment portfolio at fair value and amortized cost, respectively. This compares to six debt investments representing 1.7% and 3.4% of the Company’s investment portfolio at fair value and amortized cost, respectively, as of December 31, 2024.
  • Weighted average annualized yield was approximately 11.0% (excluding income from non-accruals and collateralized loan obligations) as of March 31, 2025.
  • Par value of outstanding borrowings, as of March 31, 2025, was $255.4 million, as compared to $267.5 million as of December 31, 2024, with an asset coverage ratio of total assets to total borrowings of 168% and 167%, respectively. On a net basis, leverage as of March 31, 2025, was 1.3x2 compared to 1.3x2 as of December 31, 2024.

Results of Operations

Operating results for the three months ended March 31, 2025, and March 31, 2024, were as follows:

 For the Three Months Ended March 31, 
($ in thousands, except share and per share amounts)2025   2024 
Total investment income$12,118  $16,526 
Total expenses 7,778   10,300 
Net Investment Income 4,340   6,226 
Net realized gain (loss) on investments (173)  (2,057)
Net change in unrealized gain (loss) on investments (3,903)  71 
Tax (provision) benefit on realized and unrealized gains (losses) on investments (346)  459 
Net realized and unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on investments, net of taxes (4,422)  (1,527)
Net realized gain (loss) on extinguishment of debt    (213)
Net Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets Resulting from Operations$(82) $4,486 
Net Increase (Decrease) In Net Assets Resulting from Operations per Common Share:      
Basic and Diluted:$(0.01) $0.48 
Net Investment Income Per Common Share:      
Basic and Diluted:$0.47  $0.67 
Weighted Average Shares of Common Stock Outstanding — Basic and Diluted 9,198,223   9,344,994 
        

Investment Income
The composition of our investment income for the three months ended March 31, 2025, and March 31, 2024, was as follows:

 For the Three Months Ended March 31, 
($ in thousands)2025  2024 
Interest income, excluding CLO income and purchase discount accretion$7,522  $12,088 
Purchase discount accretion 16   73 
PIK income 3,061   2,006 
CLO income 78   555 
JV income 1,417   1,653 
Fees and other income 24   151 
Investment Income$12,118  $16,526 
Less: Purchase discount accretion$(16) $(73)
Core Investment Income$12,102  $16,453 
 

Fair Value of Investments

The composition of our investment portfolio as of March 31, 2025, and December 31, 2024, at cost and fair value was as follows:

($ in thousands)March 31, 2025  December 31, 2024 
Security TypeCost/Amortized
Cost
  Fair Value  Fair Value Percentage of Total Portfolio  Cost/Amortized
Cost
  Fair Value  Fair Value Percentage of Total Portfolio 
First Lien Debt$318,953  $294,379   72.4% $311,673  $289,957   71.6%
Second Lien Debt 35,147   28,724   7.1%  34,892   28,996   7.2%
Subordinated Debt 8,034   1,740   0.4%  8,059   1,740   0.4%
Collateralized Loan Obligations 3,800   4,639   1.1%  5,318   5,193   1.3%
Joint Ventures 65,883   50,491   12.4%  66,747   54,153   13.4%
Equity 32,098   26,218   6.5%  31,921   24,762   6.1%
Asset Manager Affiliates(1) 17,791         17,791       
Derivatives 31   232   0.1%  31   220    
Total$481,737  $406,423   100.0% $476,432  $405,021   100.0%

(1) Represents the equity investment in the Asset Manager Affiliates.

Liquidity and Capital Resources
As of March 31, 2025, the Company had $255.4 million (par value) of outstanding borrowings at a current weighted average interest rate of 5.9%, of which $108.0 million par value had a fixed rate of 4.875% (Notes due 2026), and $147.4 million par value had a floating rate under the JPM Credit Facility.

As of March 31, 2025, and December 31, 2024, the fair value of investments and cash were as follows:

($ in thousands)  
Security TypeMarch 31, 2025  December 31, 2024 
Cash and Cash Equivalents$9,233  $17,532 
Restricted Cash 14,278   22,421 
First Lien Debt 294,379   289,957 
Second Lien Debt 28,724   28,996 
Subordinated Debt 1,740   1,740 
Equity 26,218   24,762 
Collateralized Loan Obligations 4,639   5,193 
Asset Manager Affiliates     
Joint Ventures 50,491   54,153 
Derivatives 232   220 
Total$429,934  $444,974 
 

As of March 31, 2025, the Company had unrestricted cash of $9.2 million and restricted cash of $14.3 million. This compares to unrestricted cash of $17.5 million and restricted cash of $22.4 million as of December 31, 2024. As of March 31, 2025, the Company had $52.6 million of available borrowing capacity under the JPM Credit Facility.

Interest Rate Risk
The Company’s investment income is affected by fluctuations in various interest rates, including SOFR and prime rates.

As of March 31, 2025, approximately 88.5% of our Debt Securities Portfolio at par value were either floating rate with a spread to an interest rate index such as SOFR or the PRIME rate. 84.2% of these floating rate loans contain floors ranging between 0.50% and 5.25%. We generally expect that future portfolio investments will predominately be floating rate investments.

In periods of rising or lowering interest rates, the cost of the portion of debt associated with the 4.875% Notes Due 2026 would remain the same, given that this debt is at a fixed rate, while the interest rate on borrowings under the JPM Credit Facility would fluctuate with changes in interest rates.

Generally, the Company would expect that an increase in the base rate index for floating rate investment assets would increase gross investment income and a decrease in the base rate index for such assets would decrease gross investment income (in either case, such increase/decrease may be limited by interest rate floors/minimums for certain investment assets).

 Impact on net investment income from
a change in interest rates at:
($ in thousands)1%  2%  3% 
Increase in interest rate$1,619  $3,289  $4,959 
Decrease in interest rate$(1,613) $(3,222) $(4,655)
            

Conference Call and Webcast
We will hold a conference call on Friday, May 9, 2025, at 10:00 am Eastern Time to discuss our first quarter 2025 financial results. To access the call, stockholders, prospective stockholders and analysts should dial (646) 307-1963 approximately 10 minutes prior to the start of the conference call and use the conference ID 9782758.

A replay of this conference call will be available shortly after the live call through May 16, 2025.

A live audio webcast of the conference call can be accessed via the Internet, on a listen-only basis on the Company’s website www.portmanridge.com in the Investor Relations section under Events and Presentations. The webcast can also be accessed by clicking the following link: https://edge.media-server.com/mmc/p/ovseyk3q. The online archive of the webcast will be available on the Company’s website shortly after the call.

About Portman Ridge Finance Corporation
Portman Ridge Finance Corporation (Nasdaq: PTMN) is a publicly traded, externally managed investment company that has elected to be regulated as a business development company under the Investment Company Act of 1940. Portman Ridge’s middle market investment business originates, structures, finances and manages a portfolio of term loans, mezzanine investments and selected equity securities in middle market companies. Portman Ridge’s investment activities are managed by its investment adviser, Sierra Crest Investment Management LLC, an affiliate of BC Partners Advisors L.P.

Portman Ridge’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”), earnings releases, press releases and other financial, operational and governance information are available on the Company’s website at www.portmanridge.com.

About BC Partners Advisors L.P. and BC Partners Credit
BC Partners is a leading international investment firm in private equity, private credit and real estate strategies. Established in 1986, BC Partners has played an active role in developing the European buyout market for three decades.

Today, BC Partners executives operate across markets as an integrated team through the firm’s offices in North America and Europe. For more information, please visit https://www.bcpartners.com/.

BC Partners Credit was launched in February 2017 and has pursued a strategy focused on identifying attractive credit opportunities in any market environment and across sectors, leveraging the deal sourcing and infrastructure made available from BC Partners.

Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements. The matters discussed in this press release, as well as in future oral and written statements by management of Portman Ridge Finance Corporation, that are forward-looking statements are based on current management expectations that involve substantial risks and uncertainties which could cause actual results to differ materially from the results expressed in, or implied by, these forward-looking statements.

Forward-looking statements relate to future events or our future financial performance and include, but are not limited to, projected financial performance, expected development of the business, plans and expectations about future investments and the future liquidity of the Company. We generally identify forward-looking statements by terminology such as “may,” “will,” “should,” “expects,” “plans,” “anticipates,” “could,” “intends,” “target,” “projects,” “outlook”, “contemplates,” “believes,” “estimates,” “predicts,” “potential” or “continue” or the negative of these terms or other similar words. Forward-looking statements are based upon current plans, estimates and expectations that are subject to risks, uncertainties, and assumptions. Should one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialize, or should underlying assumptions prove to be incorrect, actual results may vary materially from those indicated or anticipated by such forward-looking statements.

Important assumptions include our ability to originate new investments, and achieve certain margins and levels of profitability, the availability of additional capital, and the ability to maintain certain debt to asset ratios. In light of these and other uncertainties, the inclusion of a projection or forward-looking statement in this press release should not be regarded as a representation that such plans, estimates, expectations or objectives will be achieved. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from such plans, estimates or expectations include, among others, (1) uncertainty of the expected financial performance of the Company; (2) expected synergies and savings associated with merger transactions effectuated by the Company; (3) the ability of the Company and/or its adviser to implement its business strategy; (4) evolving legal, regulatory and tax regimes; (5) changes in general economic and/or industry specific conditions, including but not limited to the impact of inflation; (6) the impact of increased competition; (7) business prospects and the prospects of the Company’s portfolio companies; (8) contractual arrangements with third parties; (9) any future financings by the Company; (10) the ability of Sierra Crest Investment Management LLC to attract and retain highly talented professionals; (11) the Company’s ability to fund any unfunded commitments; (12) any future distributions by the Company; (13) changes in regional or national economic conditions and their impact on the industries in which we invest; (14) other changes in the conditions of the industries in which we invest and other factors enumerated in our filings with the SEC; (15) the successful completion of the proposed merger with Logan Ridge Finance Corporation (“LRFC”) and receipt of stockholder approval from the Company’s and LRFC’s stockholders; and (16) expectations concerning the proposed merger with LRFC, including the financial results of the combined company. The forward-looking statements should be read in conjunction with the risks and uncertainties discussed in the Company’s filings with the SEC, including the Company’s most recent Form 10-K and other SEC filings. We do not undertake to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required to be reported under the rules and regulations of the SEC. Although the Company and LRFC undertake no obligation to revise or update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, you are advised to consult any additional disclosures that they may make directly to you or through reports that the Company and LRFC in the future may file with the SEC, including the Registration Statement and Joint Proxy Statement (in each case, as defined below), annual reports on Form 10-K, quarterly reports on Form 10-Q and current reports on Form 8-K.

Additional Information and Where to Find It
This document relates to the proposed merger of the Company and LRFC and certain related matters (the “Proposals”). In connection with the Proposals, the Company has filed a registration statement (Registration No. 333-285230) with the SEC (the “Registration Statement”) that contains a combined joint proxy statement for the Company and LRFC and a prospectus of the Company (the “Joint Proxy Statement”) and will mail the Joint Proxy Statement to its and LRFC’s respective shareholders. The Registration Statement and Joint Proxy Statement will contain important information about the Company, LRFC and the Proposals. This communication does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any securities or a solicitation of any vote or approval. No offer of securities shall be made except by means of a prospectus meeting the requirements of Section 10 of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. SHAREHOLDERS OF THE COMPANY AND LRFC ARE URGED TO READ THE REGISTRATION STATEMENT, JOINT PROXY STATEMENT AND OTHER DOCUMENTS THAT ARE FILED OR WILL BE FILED WITH THE SEC, AS WELL AS ANY AMENDMENTS OR SUPPLEMENTS TO THESE DOCUMENTS, CAREFULLY AND IN THEIR ENTIRETY WHEN THEY BECOME AVAILABLE BECAUSE THEY WILL CONTAIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE COMPANY, LRFC AND THE PROPOSALS. Investors and security holders will be able to obtain the documents filed with the SEC free of charge at the SEC’s website, http://www.sec.gov or, for documents filed by the Company, from the Company’s website at https://www.portmanridge.com, and, for documents filed by LRFC, from LRFC’s website at https://www.loganridgefinance.com.

Participants in the Solicitation
the Company, its directors, certain of its executive officers and certain employees and officers of Sierra Crest Investment Management LLC and its affiliates may be deemed to be participants in the solicitation of proxies in connection with the Proposals. Information about the directors and executive officers of the Company is set forth in its proxy statement for its 2025 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, which was filed with the SEC on April 29, 2025. LRFC, its directors, certain of its executive officers and certain employees and officers of Mount Logan Management LLC, and its affiliates may be deemed to be participants in the solicitation of proxies in connection with the Proposals. Information about the directors and executive officers of LRFC is set forth in the Annual Report on Form 10-K/A, which was filed with the SEC on April 29, 2025. Information regarding the persons who may, under the rules of the SEC, be considered participants in the solicitation of the Company and LRFC shareholders in connection with the Proposals will be contained in the Registration Statement, including the Joint Proxy Statement included therein, and other relevant materials when such documents become available. These documents may be obtained free of charge from the sources indicated above.

No Offer or Solicitation
This document is not, and under no circumstances is it to be construed as, a prospectus or an advertisement and the communication of this document is not, and under no circumstances is it to be construed as, an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to purchase any securities in the Company, LRFC or in any fund or other investment vehicle managed by BC Partners or any of its affiliates.

Contacts:
Portman Ridge Finance Corporation

650 Madison Avenue, 3rd floor
New York, NY 10022
info@portmanridge.com

Brandon Satoren
Chief Financial Officer
Brandon.Satoren@bcpartners.com
(212) 891-2880

The Equity Group Inc.
Lena Cati
lcati@equityny.com
(212) 836-9611

Val Ferraro
vferraro@equityny.com
(212) 836-9633

PORTMAN RIDGE FINANCE CORPORATION
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES
(in thousands, except share and per share amounts)

 March 31, 2025  December 31, 2024 
 (Unaudited)    
ASSETS     
Investments at fair value:     
Non-controlled/non-affiliated investments (amortized cost of $365,539 and $358,153, respectively)$333,519  $327,622 
Non-controlled affiliated investments (amortized cost of $67,137 and $68,858, respectively) 61,523   64,384 
Controlled affiliated investments (amortized cost of $49,061 and $49,421, respectively) 11,381   13,015 
Total Investments at fair value (amortized cost of $481,737 and $476,432, respectively)$406,423  $405,021 
Cash and cash equivalents 9,233   17,532 
Restricted cash 14,278   22,421 
Interest receivable 4,787   6,088 
Dividend receivable 1,247   1,367 
Other assets 2,812   1,205 
Total Assets$438,780  $453,634 
LIABILITIES     
4.875% Notes Due 2026 (net of deferred financing costs and original issue discount of $832 and $1,017, respectively)$107,168  $106,983 
Great Lakes Portman Ridge Funding LLC Revolving Credit Facility (net of deferred financing costs of $1,198 and $1,322, respectively) 146,181   158,157 
Accounts payable, accrued expenses and other liabilities 4,900   3,007 
Accrued interest payable 4,634   3,646 
Due to affiliates    635 
Management and incentive fees payable 2,386   2,713 
Total Liabilities$265,269  $275,141 
COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES     
NET ASSETS     
Common stock, par value $0.01 per share, 20,000,000 common shares authorized; 9,965,480 issued, and 9,202,870 outstanding at March 31, 2025, and 9,960,785 issued, and 9,198,175 outstanding at December 31, 2024$92  $92 
Capital in excess of par value 714,398   714,331 
Total distributable (loss) earnings (540,979)  (535,930)
Total Net Assets$173,511  $178,493 
Total Liabilities and Net Assets$438,780  $453,634 
Net Asset Value Per Common Share$18.85  $19.41 



PORTMAN RIDGE FINANCE CORPORATION
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(in thousands, except share and per share amounts)
 
 For the Three Months Ended March 31, 
 2025  2024 
INVESTMENT INCOME     
Interest income:     
Non-controlled/non-affiliated investments$7,300  $12,621 
Non-controlled affiliated investments 316   95 
Total interest income 7,616   12,716 
Payment-in-kind income:     
Non-controlled/non-affiliated investments(1) 2,853   1,894 
Non-controlled affiliated investments 208   112 
Total payment-in-kind income 3,061   2,006 
Dividend income:     
Non-controlled affiliated investments 1,417   1,653 
Total dividend income 1,417   1,653 
Fees and other income:     
Non-controlled/non-affiliated investments 24   151 
Total fees and other income 24   151 
Total investment income 12,118   16,526 
EXPENSES     
Management fees 1,466   1,729 
Performance-based incentive fees 920   1,234 
Interest and amortization of debt issuance costs 4,298   5,725 
Professional fees 452   604 
Administrative services expense 411   356 
Directors' expense 144   162 
Other general and administrative expenses 87   490 
Total expenses 7,778   10,300 
NET INVESTMENT INCOME 4,340   6,226 
REALIZED AND UNREALIZED GAINS (LOSSES) ON INVESTMENTS     
Net realized gains (losses) from investment transactions:     
Non-controlled/non-affiliated investments (81)  (1,641)
Non-controlled affiliated investments (92)   
Controlled affiliated investments    (416)
Net realized gain (loss) on investments (173)  (2,057)
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on:     
Non-controlled/non-affiliated investments (1,501)  (659)
Non-controlled affiliated investments (1,140)  140 
Controlled affiliated investments (1,274)  590 
Derivatives 12    
Net change in unrealized gain (loss) on investments (3,903)  71 
Tax (provision) benefit on realized and unrealized gains (losses) on investments (346)  459 
Net realized and unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on investments, net of taxes (4,422)  (1,527)
Net realized gain (loss) on extinguishment of debt    (213)
NET INCREASE (DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS RESULTING FROM OPERATIONS$(82) $4,486 
Net Increase (Decrease) In Net Assets Resulting from Operations per Common Share:     
Basic and Diluted:$(0.01) $0.48 
Net Investment Income Per Common Share:     
Basic and Diluted:$0.47  $0.67 
Weighted Average Shares of Common Stock Outstanding — Basic and Diluted 9,198,223   9,344,994 

(1) During the three months ended March 31, 2025, and 2024, the Company received $0.2 million and $0.1 million, respectively, of non-recurring fee income that was paid in-kind and included in this financial statement line item.

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1 Core investment income represents reported total investment income as determined in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles, or U.S. GAAP, less the impact of purchase discount accretion in connection with the Garrison Capital Inc. (“GARS”) and Harvest Capital Credit Corporation (“HCAP”) mergers. Portman Ridge believes presenting core investment income and the related per share amount is useful and appropriate supplemental disclosure for analyzing its financial performance due to the unique circumstance giving rise to the purchase accounting adjustment. However, core investment income is a non-U.S. GAAP measure and should not be considered as a replacement for total investment income and other earnings measures presented in accordance with U.S. GAAP. Instead, core investment income should be reviewed only in connection with such U.S. GAAP measures in analyzing Portman Ridge’s financial performance.
2 Net leverage is calculated as the ratio between (A) debt, excluding unamortized debt issuance costs, less available cash and cash equivalents, and restricted cash and (B) NAV. Portman Ridge believes presenting a net leverage ratio is useful and appropriate supplemental disclosure because it reflects the Company’s financial condition net of $23.5 million and $40.0 million of cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash as of March 31, 2025, and December 31, 2024, respectively. However, the net leverage ratio is a non-U.S. GAAP measure and should not be considered as a replacement for the regulatory asset coverage ratio and other similar information presented in accordance with U.S. GAAP. Instead, the net leverage ratio should be reviewed only in connection with such U.S. GAAP measures in analyzing Portman Ridge’s financial condition.


FAQ

What was PTMN's net investment income per share in Q1 2025?

Portman Ridge Finance Corporation reported net investment income of $0.47 per share for Q1 2025, down from $0.60 per share in Q4 2024.

What is the quarterly dividend amount for PTMN stock in Q2 2025?

PTMN declared a regular quarterly base distribution of $0.47 per share, payable on May 29, 2025, to stockholders of record as of May 19, 2025.

How much did PTMN deploy in new investments during Q1 2025?

PTMN deployed approximately $17.5 million in new investments while receiving $15.7 million in sales and repayments, resulting in net deployment of $1.8 million.

What is PTMN's current net asset value (NAV) per share?

As of March 31, 2025, PTMN's net asset value was $18.85 per share, decreased from $19.41 per share as of December 31, 2024.

What percentage of PTMN's portfolio is on non-accrual status?

As of March 31, 2025, PTMN had six debt investments on non-accrual, representing 2.6% of the investment portfolio at fair value and 4.7% at amortized cost.
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