Golub Capital BDC reported strong earnings driven by portfolio company performance and solid net originations. Earnings growth across middle market private companies in Golub Capital portfolios was strong at 9.4% as compared to calendar Q1 2021. Net asset value per share increased from $15.26 to $15.35.
GBDC portfolio companies generally continued to perform well with stable internal performance ratings, low non-accruals, and solid net realized and unrealized gains.
Solid net originations supported a modest increase in GBDC's leverage within the target range of 0.85x-1.25x.
Earnings growth across middle market private companies in Golub Capital portfolios was strong at 9.4% as compared to calendar Q1 2021, reflecting an economy that continues to grow.
Middle market deal activity slowed as expected from a historically prolific calendar Q4 2021, while repayments were unusually low.
No specific forward guidance was provided in the report.