Blackstone Secured Lending Fund reported strong fourth-quarter results, characterized by growth in net investment income, an increase in net asset value, and solid credit performance. The company's portfolio, which is 98.5% first lien, senior secured, provided capital protection amidst the current interest rate environment. New investments saw a two-year high during the quarter, and the company remains optimistic about future deployment opportunities.
Net investment income was $0.96 per share.
The portfolio is well-positioned with solid fundamentals and only one issuer on non-accrual.
98.5% of the portfolio is in first lien, senior secured debt.
New investment commitments reached $1.0 billion at par.
Blackstone Secured Lending Fund remains optimistic about continued deployment opportunities with a growing Blackstone Credit & Insurance investment pipeline.