Capital Southwest delivered a strong first fiscal quarter, with total investment income rising to $55.9 million and pre-tax net investment income reaching $32.7 million. The company's balance sheet strengthened, marked by a healthy cash position and a notable increase in net assets from operations. Strategic capital raising and a new SBIC license further bolstered its financial position.
Total investment income increased to $55.9 million, up from $52.4 million in the prior quarter, driven by higher cash interest income.
Pre-tax net investment income rose to $32.7 million, or $0.61 per share, reflecting improved operational efficiency.
Net assets from operations significantly increased to $27.0 million, compared to $17.6 million in the prior quarter.
The company maintained a strong liquidity position with $46.9 million in cash and cash equivalents and a regulatory debt to equity ratio of 0.82 to 1.
Capital Southwest anticipates increased origination activity in the September quarter and has announced a shift to monthly regular dividend payments, starting in July. The company also plans to continue efficient equity capital raising and leverage its recently increased Corporate Credit Facility and new SBIC license.