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Dec 31, 2024
Portman Ridge Q4 2024 Earnings Report
Portman Ridge reported a decline in investment income and net asset value in Q4 2024.
Key Takeaways
Portman Ridge posted Q4 2024 investment income of $14.4 million, reflecting a decrease from the prior year due to lower earnings from debt investments. The company's net investment income was $5.5 million, or $0.60 per share, down from $11.2 million in Q4 2023, largely due to the absence of a prior year non-recurring reimbursement. Net asset value per share decreased to $19.41, and the company continued share repurchases and announced a merger agreement with Logan Ridge.
Total investment income declined to $14.4 million from $17.8 million in Q4 2023.
Net investment income fell to $5.5 million ($0.60 per share), primarily due to prior-year non-recurring reimbursement.
Net asset value per share decreased to $19.41 from $20.36 in the prior quarter.
38,191 shares were repurchased for $0.7 million under the stock repurchase program.
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Forward Guidance
Portman Ridge expects to stabilize investment income and improve operational efficiency through its merger with Logan Ridge.
Positive Outlook
- Proposed merger with Logan Ridge to enhance scale and liquidity.
- Continued focus on stock repurchases, with a new $10 million buyback program.
- Base distribution of $0.47 per share and a supplemental dividend of $0.07 per share introduced.
- Portfolio management reduced non-accrual investments from nine to six.
- Anticipating a stable investment environment with improved capital deployment.
Challenges Ahead
- Investment income declined due to lower debt investment yields.
- NAV per share decreased from the prior quarter and prior year.
- Macroeconomic uncertainties may continue to pressure investment returns.
- Merger with Logan Ridge is subject to stockholder approval and closing conditions.
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