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Runway Growth Finance Corp. (RWAY) operates as a specialty finance company providing flexible capital solutions to late- and growth-stage companies seeking an alternative to raising equity. Its lending and investment activity is tied to sectors such as technology, life sciences, healthcare information and services, business services, and select consumer industries.
Recurring company updates cover operating and financial results, portfolio investments and liquidity events, net asset value and investment income, quarterly cash distributions, dividend reinvestment practices, capital-structure matters, and governance developments. News also reflects the completed acquisition of SWK Holdings Corporation, which expanded Runway Growth's healthcare and life sciences exposure.
Runway Growth Finance Corp. (RWAY) announced a robust operational update for Q4 2022, completing 12 investments totaling $327 million. The total loan commitments have risen to $2.3 billion, with $1.8 billion funded since inception. Notable commitments include $60 million to Brivo Systems and $80 million to Extensiv. Runway Growth reported net originations of $222.6 million for Q4, highlighting a disciplined credit-first strategy. With a portfolio now featuring 56 debt and 54 equity investments across various sectors, the company remains positive about its growth potential in 2023.
Runway Growth Capital has secured a senior secured term loan of $25 million for Vesta, a global transaction guarantee platform, to enhance its growth and operations. This non-dilutive financing will provide Vesta with essential working capital to drive its strategic product roadmap. Vesta utilizes machine learning to improve approval rates and reduce fraud-related costs in online purchases. Runway aims to support Vesta's expansion across various sectors, including telco and e-commerce, highlighting the collaborative relationship between the two companies.
Runway Growth Finance Corp. (Nasdaq: RWAY) announced a public offering of $45 million in notes due 2027, aiming for net proceeds of approximately $43.65 million. The notes, which will mature on December 31, 2027, will carry an interest rate of 8.00% per year, with the first payment on March 1, 2023. The offering closes on December 7, 2022. Proceeds will be used to repay debt under a Credit Facility, which had $365 million outstanding as of November 28, 2022, and for company operations. The notes will be listed on Nasdaq under the symbol RWAYZ.
Runway Growth Finance Corp. (Nasdaq: RWAY) announced an underwritten offering of unsecured notes to be listed on the Nasdaq Global Select Market. The offering's net proceeds will be used to repay $365 million in outstanding debt under its credit facility and for general corporate purposes. The interest rate for the notes will be determined at pricing. The credit facility, which has a current interest rate of 6.659%, matures on April 20, 2026. Investors are advised to consider risks and expenses before investing and should reference the preliminary prospectus for detailed information.
Runway Growth Capital has secured a $75 million senior secured credit facility for Brivo Systems, a leader in cloud-based access control technologies. This funding will support Brivo's innovative ecosystem of access control solutions critical for the PropTech sector. Brivo's SaaS platform enhances security and user experience, driving organic growth. Runway's Managing Director noted Brivo's consistent performance, while Brivo's CEO highlighted Runway's tailored approach as a key factor in their partnership.
Runway Growth Finance reported a record total investment income of $27.3 million and net investment income of $14.5 million, or $0.36 per share, for Q3 2022. The total investment portfolio grew to a record $910.2 million with a dollar-weighted annualized yield on debt investments of 14.4%. The company declared a 9% increase in its quarterly dividend to $0.36 per share, reflecting strong financial performance. As of September 30, 2022, net asset value per share was $14.12.
Kin, a direct-to-consumer home insurance provider, has successfully closed a $145 million committed credit facility led by Runway Growth Capital and the Avenue Venture Opportunities Fund. The funding will support the expansion of the Kin Interinsurance Network, with $100 million available immediately. The remaining funds will be released as Kin meets specific milestones. CEO Sean Harper stated that this upsized facility allows Kin to innovate within the $120 billion U.S. home insurance market with minimal dilution, enhancing affordability and accessibility for customers.
Runway Growth Finance Corp. (RWAY) announced a fourth quarter 2022 cash dividend of $0.36 per share, marking a 9% increase from the previous quarter and the fourth consecutive quarterly increase since its public listing. Key dates include October 27 for declaration, November 8 as the record date, and November 22 for payment. The company plans to distribute substantially all available earnings quarterly, with an optional dividend reinvestment plan for shareholders.
Runway Growth Capital has closed a senior secured term loan of $45 million to Nalu Medical, aimed at supporting the commercialization of Nalu's innovative neuromodulation devices for managing chronic neuropathic pain. This funding will enhance Nalu's commercial operations and clinical research, especially in Peripheral Nerve Stimulation and Spinal Cord Stimulation markets. The partnership provides Nalu with flexible, long-term financing to expand its market reach and address the opioid dependency issue associated with chronic pain treatments.
Runway Growth Finance Corp. (RWAY) announced it will release its third-quarter 2022 financial results on November 3, 2022, after market close. A conference call is scheduled for the same day at 3:00 p.m. PT (6:00 p.m. ET) to discuss these results. Participants can register online for the call or webcast, with a replay available two hours post-call for 90 days. Runway Growth specializes in providing flexible capital solutions to late- and growth-stage companies, positioning itself as a competitive alternative to equity financing.