The following is a summary of the Palmer Square Capital BDC Inc. (PSBD) Q3 2024 Earnings Call Transcript:
Financial Performance:
PSBD reported strong Q3 2024 financial results with total net investment income of $37.3 million and $15.7 million, respectively marking a 30% and 6% year-over-year growth.
The company paid a $0.47 per share total dividend for Q3, including a $0.05 supplemental distribution.
NAV per share was $16.61 as of September 30, reflecting a 1% decrease from end of Q2, driven by mild mark-to-market and realized losses.Total investment income for the third quarter was $37.3 million, up 30% from the previous year, primarily due to growth in the portfolio and interest income.
Business Progress:
Deployed $66 million of capital during Q3, including 21 new investment commitments and realizing approximately $83 million through repayments and sales.
The portfolio maintains a diversification across 39 industries with a fair value of approximately $1.39 billion.
Continued focus on large cap private credit, which now represents about 10% of the portfolio, providing opportunities for future growth and diversity.
Opportunities:
The shift to increasing allocations in private credit and large cap loans offers potential for higher spread opportunities compared to current syndicated market conditions.
Positioned to potentially benefit from an uptick in new M&A and deal activity, particularly in light of recent Fed rate cuts and upcoming opportunities post-election.
Risks:
Noted an incremental increase in non-accruals within the portfolio, though they represent a minor portion and are not material from a size and income perspective.
Facing a tightening credit spread environment which may pressure future spreads, however historical trends suggest possible benefits from a patient and disciplined investment approach.
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