Every 8-K that Capital Southwest (CSWC) has filed with the SEC in the last 24 months is listed below, newest first, and each one links through to the document itself with the summary and the scores our analysis gives it.
A 8-K covers material events a company has to report between its quarterly reports, so if you follow CSWC and want that one kind of document rather than the whole filing history, this is the page to keep. The company's other filings, of every form, are on the full CSWC filings page.
Capital Southwest Corporation (CSWC) amended its senior secured revolving credit facility by entering into a Fourth Amended and Restated Senior Secured Revolving Credit Agreement, expanding and extending its primary corporate borrowing vehicle. Commitments under the Corporate Credit Facility increased from $510 million to $595 million, and the uncommitted accordion feature that could increase maximum commitments was raised from $750 million to $1 billion.
The end of the revolving period was extended from August 2, 2027 to September 2, 2030, with final maturity pushed from August 2, 2028 to September 2, 2031. The amendment also reduced the applicable margin from 2.15% to 2.00%, removed the SOFR adjustment, and lowered unused commitment fees from a range of 0.50%–1.00% to 0.50%–0.75% per annum based on utilization. Management highlighted that, with this facility and its debt profile, the company has no debt maturities until 2029, supporting liquidity for its middle market lending strategy, which totaled approximately $2.2 billion in investments at fair value as of June 30, 2026.
Capital Southwest Corporation (CSWC) reported that shareholders approved a Charter Amendment increasing the company’s authorized common shares from 75,000,000 to 135,000,000. As of the May 26, 2026 record date, there were 62,140,726 common shares outstanding and entitled to vote. At the reconvened 2026 annual meeting on September 1, 2026, Proposal 4 to approve the Charter Amendment received 41,613,652 votes for, 4,810,196 against, and 1,503,080 abstentions.
In an accompanying press release, President and Chief Executive Officer Michael S. Sarner stated that the increased authorized share capacity is viewed as an important tool to maintain access to equity capital, support new investments, manage leverage, and pursue a conservative balance sheet and prudent capital management. Capital Southwest is a Dallas-based, internally managed business development company with approximately $2.2 billion in investments at fair value as of June 30, 2026, focused on middle market lending with typical investments of $5 million to $50 million across the capital structure.
Capital Southwest Corporation (CSWC) announced that its board has declared cash dividends for the quarter ending December 31, 2026. The board approved a quarterly regular dividend of $0.58 per share, to be paid in three equal monthly installments of $0.1934 per share on October 30, November 30, and December 31, 2026, with corresponding ex-dividend and record dates of October 15, November 13, and December 15, 2026.
In addition, the board declared a quarterly supplemental dividend of $0.06 per share, payable on December 31, 2026 to stockholders of record on December 15, 2026, bringing total dividends for the quarter to $0.64 per share. Capital Southwest notes it had approximately $2.2 billion in investments at fair value as of June 30, 2026 and maintains a dividend reinvestment plan allowing registered stockholders who opt in to receive dividends in additional CSWC shares.
Capital Southwest Corporation added RBC Capital Markets, LLC as an additional sales agent under its existing at-the-market common stock offering program. RBC joins Jefferies, Raymond James, Citizens JMP Securities, and B. Riley Securities under equity distribution agreements that are on substantially the same terms and conditions.
The at-the-market offering program, originally established in 2019 and subsequently amended, permits Capital Southwest to issue and sell up to $2.0 billion in aggregate amount of common shares from time to time through the sales agents, or to them as principal, and the company has no obligation to sell any shares. As of August 7, 2026, approximately $1.1 billion in aggregate amount of shares remained available for sale under the program. Any shares issued will be made under the company’s shelf registration statement on Form N-2 (File No. 333-282873) and the related prospectus supplement and subsequent supplements.
Capital Southwest Corporation reported first fiscal quarter 2027 results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026. Pre-tax net investment income was $35.0 million, or $0.57 per weighted average common share, on total investment income of $61.0 million. Net investment income per share was $0.58.
The total investment portfolio at fair value was $2.2 billion, including a $2.0 billion credit portfolio that is 99% first lien senior secured debt, with non-accruals of $23.4 million representing 1.1% of the portfolio at fair value. Net asset value was $16.61 per share, and total net assets were $1,058.5 million.
Capital Southwest paid total dividends of $0.64 per share for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, consisting of a $0.58 regular dividend and a $0.06 supplemental dividend, and the board declared the same amounts for the quarter ending September 30, 2026. Estimated undistributed taxable income was $0.87 per share. Liquidity included $58.5 million of cash and $316.2 million of unused capacity under credit facilities, with a regulatory debt-to-equity ratio of 0.91 to 1.
Capital Southwest Corporation held its 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders on July 22, 2026. Shareholders of record on May 26, 2026, representing a quorum of 44,997,407 of 62,140,726 common shares outstanding and entitled to vote, considered multiple governance and advisory proposals.
Shareholders elected six directors to serve until the 2027 annual meeting or until their successors are duly elected and qualified. On an advisory basis, they approved compensation for named executive officers with 22,115,896 votes for, and chose a one-year frequency for future advisory votes on executive compensation, with 24,213,219 votes supporting that option. They also ratified the appointment of RSM US LLP as independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2027, with 43,373,232 votes for. Shareholders approved adjourning the Annual Meeting to solicit additional proxies for a proposed Charter Amendment to increase the number of authorized shares of common stock, and the meeting will reconvene on September 1, 2026, with polls remaining open only for that proposal.
Capital Southwest Corporation provided preliminary estimates for its first quarter 2027 results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026. Pre-tax net investment income is estimated at $0.57 to $0.58 per share, and net investment income at $0.58 to $0.59 per share. Preliminary net asset value per share is estimated at $16.55 to $16.65 as of June 30, 2026.
The company expects to release finalized first quarter 2027 results on August 3, 2026 after market close and will host a webcast on August 4, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time. Capital Southwest is an internally managed business development company with approximately $2.1 billion in investments at fair value as of March 31, 2026.
Capital Southwest Corporation announced cash dividends totaling $0.64 per share for the quarter ending September 30, 2026. The Board declared a regular quarterly dividend of $0.58 per share, to be paid in three equal monthly installments of $0.1934 per share on July 31, August 31, and September 30, 2026.
The Board also declared a supplemental dividend of $0.06 per share, payable on September 30, 2026, bringing total dividends for the quarter to $0.64 per share. The company maintains a dividend reinvestment plan allowing registered stockholders who opt in by the record date to reinvest dividends into additional common shares.
Capital Southwest is an internally managed business development company with approximately $2.1 billion in investments at fair value as of March 31, 2026, focused on providing financing to middle market businesses.
Capital Southwest Corporation expanded its at-the-market stock offering program, increasing the maximum aggregate amount of common shares that may be sold from $1.0 billion to $2.0 billion. These shares may be issued from time to time through Jefferies, Raymond James, Citizens Capital Markets, and B. Riley as sales agents or principals.
After giving effect to the new amendments, approximately $1.1 billion in aggregate amount of common stock remains available for sale under the program. The shares, if issued, will be offered under an existing shelf registration statement on Form N-2 and related prospectus materials.
Capital Southwest Corporation reported fourth quarter and full-year fiscal 2026 results showing continued portfolio growth and solid income. The investment portfolio reached $2.1 billion at fair value, up 17% year-over-year, driven by $762.3 million in new commitments and strong origination activity.
For the year ended March 31, 2026, total investment income was $232.1 million, a 13.5% increase, and pre-tax net investment income reached $136.6 million. Net investment income was $135.5 million, while net realized and unrealized losses on investments narrowed to $20.3 million from $47.2 million in the prior year.
In the March quarter, pre-tax net investment income was $35.2 million, or $0.59 per share, comfortably covering total quarterly dividends of $0.64 per share (regular $0.58 and supplemental $0.06). Net asset value was $16.69 per share, essentially flat versus $16.70 a year earlier, and credit quality remained strong with non-accruals at only 1.1% of the portfolio at fair value.
Capital Southwest Corporation released preliminary fourth quarter 2026 results for the quarter ended March 31, 2026. The company estimates pre-tax net investment income of $0.59 to $0.60 per share and net investment income of $0.57 to $0.58 per share. Estimated net asset value per share as of March 31, 2026 is $16.67 to $16.72.
Final results will be released on May 13, 2026 after the market closes, followed by a webcast and conference call on May 14, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss the quarter.
Capital Southwest Corporation announced shareholder dividends tied to the quarter ending June 30, 2026. The Board declared monthly regular dividends of $0.1934 per share for each of April, May, and June 2026, plus a quarterly supplemental dividend of $0.06 per share payable on June 30, 2026.
In total, dividends per share associated with the quarter ending June 30, 2026 are stated as $0.64, including $0.58 in regular monthly dividends and $0.06 in supplemental dividends. Capital Southwest notes it had approximately $2.0 billion in investments at fair value as of December 31, 2025.
The company also highlights its dividend reinvestment plan, allowing registered stockholders who opt in by the record date to reinvest cash dividends into additional shares of common stock.
Capital Southwest Corporation furnished an earnings-related update by issuing a press release and an accompanying investor presentation. The company used a current report to share information about its results of operations and financial condition without having that information treated as formally filed under securities laws.
The press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1, and investor presentation slides are furnished as Exhibit 99.2. Capital Southwest also plans to discuss these materials with analysts and investors on a conference call scheduled for February 3, 2026.
Capital Southwest Corporation furnished an update on how its 2025 dividends will be treated for tax purposes. The company paid total dividends of $2.56 per share attributable to the tax year ended December 31, 2025, and reports that these dividends are comprised of 100% ordinary income.
This tax characterization helps shareholders understand how to report the 2025 dividends on their tax returns. The details were provided in a press release attached as an exhibit to the report.
Capital Southwest Corporation filed a current report to disclose that it has issued a press release with preliminary estimates of its financial condition and results of operations for the fiscal quarter ended December 31, 2025. The press release, attached as Exhibit 99.1, contains the detailed figures and other related information.
The company states that this information, including Exhibit 99.1, is deemed “filed” under the Securities Exchange Act and is also incorporated by reference into its Securities Act filings, giving the preliminary quarterly data formal status within its broader SEC reporting.
Capital Southwest Corporation filed a current report to announce that it has declared a dividend for the quarter ending March 31, 2026. The company disclosed that this dividend announcement was made through a press release issued on November 19, 2025, which is attached to the filing as Exhibit 99.1. The disclosure is provided under Regulation FD, meaning it is being furnished to ensure broad, fair access to this information rather than to update the company’s formal financial statements.
Capital Southwest Corporation reported that it has furnished a press release announcing results and provided investor presentation slides. The company plans to host an analyst and investor conference call on November 4, 2025.
The materials were furnished under Item 2.02 (Results of Operations and Financial Condition) and Item 7.01 (Regulation FD). Exhibits include the press release (Ex. 99.1) and presentation slides (Ex. 99.2). The company notes these furnished materials are not deemed “filed” for liability purposes under the Exchange Act.
Capital Southwest Corporation announced it issued a press release with preliminary estimates of its financial condition and operating results for the fiscal quarter ended September 30, 2025. The press release is provided as Exhibit 99.1.
The company stated that this information is deemed “filed” under the Exchange Act and incorporated by reference into its Securities Act filings. The common stock trades on the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the symbol CSWC.
Capital Southwest Corporation issued and sold $350.0 million aggregate principal amount of 5.950% Notes due 2030 under a Seventh Supplemental Indenture to its base indenture. The Notes pay interest semi-annually on March 18 and September 18 beginning March 18, 2026, mature September 18, 2030, and are redeemable at the company's option prior to August 18, 2030 at par plus a make-whole premium and thereafter at par. The Notes are direct unsecured obligations, rank pari passu with the company’s unsecured, unsubordinated indebtedness, are effectively subordinated to secured debt and structurally subordinated to subsidiaries’ debt. Holders have a change-of-control repurchase right at 100% of principal plus accrued interest. The offering closed September 18, 2025, with net proceeds of approximately $343.6 million, which the company intends to use to redeem its outstanding 7.75% Notes due 2028 and 3.375% Notes due 2026 and to repay portions of indebtedness under its Corporate Credit Facility and/or SPV Credit Facility. The indenture contains covenants requiring compliance with specified provisions of the 1940 Act, subject to exemptions and limitations.
Capital Southwest Corporation entered into an underwriting agreement to issue $350.0 million aggregate principal amount of 5.950% Notes due 2030, with the offering expected to close on September 18, 2025, subject to customary closing conditions. The offering is being made under the company's effective shelf registration on Form N-2 and was accompanied by a preliminary and final prospectus supplement dated September 9, 2025.
The company also issued notices to redeem in full its 3.375% Notes due 2026, redeeming $150.0 million on October 13, 2025, and to redeem $71.9 million aggregate principal of its 7.75% Notes due 2028 on the same Redemption Date. Redemption prices equal 100% of principal plus accrued interest and any applicable make-whole premium.
Capital Southwest Corporation reported that on August 27, 2025 it issued a press release announcing its dividend for the quarter ending December 31, 2025. This information is being shared through a current report to keep the market informed under Regulation FD.
The press release is included as Exhibit 99.1 and is treated as "furnished" rather than "filed" under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, which limits certain legal liabilities. The report is signed on behalf of the company by Michael S. Sarner, its President and Chief Executive Officer.