Capital Southwest Q2 2021 Earnings Report
Key Takeaways
Capital Southwest reported strong performance in both the Upper and Lower Middle Market portfolios, with a portfolio appreciation of $8.4 million, increasing NAV per share from $14.95 to $15.36. The company announced Pre-Tax Net Investment Income of $0.44 per share and total dividends of $0.51 per share for the quarter.
Total Investment Portfolio: $631.2 million.
Pre-Tax Net Investment Income: $8.1 million, or $0.44 per weighted average diluted share.
Dividends: Paid $0.41 per share Regular Dividend, $0.10 per share Supplemental Dividend, totaling $0.51 per share.
Net Realized and Unrealized Portfolio Appreciation: $8.4 million.
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Forward Guidance
Capital Southwest is hopeful to receive formal license approval from the U.S. Small Business Administration by the end of this calendar year, which will allow access to $175 million in long term, cost effective debt capital to deploy in the lower middle market strategy.
Positive Outlook
- Potential access to $175 million in long-term, cost-effective debt capital.
- Deployment of capital in the lower middle market strategy.
- Significant earnings power for shareholders upon SBIC license approval.
- Continued focus on supporting the acquisition and growth of middle market businesses.
- Flexibility to be creative in financing solutions and support portfolio companies over long periods.
Challenges Ahead
- Uncertainty regarding the timing and ultimate issuance of the SBIC license.
- Risks related to changes in the markets in which Capital Southwest invests.
- Changes in financial, capital, and lending markets could impact performance.
- Regulatory changes and tax treatment may affect financial results.
- Economic and business conditions, including the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, pose risks.