The following is a summary of the PennantPark Floating Rate Capital Ltd (PFLT) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript:

Financial Performance:

• Core net investment income was reported at $0.32 per share for the quarter ended September 30, 2024.

• Portfolio grew by 20% to $2 billion compared to the prior quarter, with strong loan origination and investment activity.

• The company underwent a $351 million term debt securitization transaction with a reduced weighted average spread of 1.89%.

• Net Asset Value (NAV) decreased marginally by 0.3% to $11.31 per share, mainly due to expenses related to securitization and credit facility amendments.

Business Progress:

• PFLT has seen significant activity in investments, including $446 million invested in 10 new and 50 existing portfolio companies during the quarter with a continued strong emphasis on the core middle market.

• Subsequent to the quarter, an additional $330 million was invested, maintaining active investment momentum.

• Closed amendments and extensions of the credit facility, increasing commitments and decreasing the interest rate, while extending the revolving period.

• Maintained robust credit quality with non-accruals representing only 0.4% of the portfolio at cost.

Opportunities:

• The company's focus on first-lien senior secured debt in the core middle market is expected to continue yielding attractive investment opportunities with meaningful covenant protections and high free cash flow conversion.

Risks:

• Market and economic fluctuations could affect the broader lending environment impacting spreads and loan terms. The ongoing adjustments in interest rates may affect floating rate asset yields.

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