Gladstone Capital Corp - GLAD STOCK NEWS

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Gladstone Capital Corporation (Nasdaq: GLAD) is a publicly traded business development company that focuses on investing in debt and equity securities. Primarily, the company specializes in secured first and second lien term loans to lower middle market businesses across the United States. Managed externally, Gladstone Capital aims to achieve consistent income and capital appreciation for its stockholders.

Established as part of the family of Gladstone Companies, Gladstone Capital operates alongside other entities like Gladstone Investment Corporation (Nasdaq: GAIN), Gladstone Commercial Corporation (Nasdaq: GOOD), and Gladstone Land Corporation (Nasdaq: LAND). Each of these companies focuses on different investment areas such as commercial real estate, farmland, and small to medium-sized enterprises.

Gladstone Capital typically targets investments ranging from $5 to $30 million in companies with over $3 million in EBITDA. The company’s investment portfolio spans various sectors, including light and specialty manufacturing, industrial products and services, business and government services, aerospace and defense, media and communications, consumer products and services, and healthcare services.

Recent Achievements and Financial Highlights:

• For the fiscal year ended September 30, 2023, Gladstone Capital reported a total investment income of $86.4 million, a significant increase from the previous year.
• The company has consistently grown its net investment income, achieving $41.0 million in 2023, up by 27.1% from the prior year.
• Recent earnings reports indicate stable financial health, with increases in both net asset value and shareholder distributions.

Current Projects and Partnerships:

• Gladstone Capital continues to bolster its portfolio, recently acting as the Administrative Agent and Lead Arranger on a $55 million senior secured credit facility for Café Zupas, a fast-casual restaurant chain.
• The company is focused on providing flexible financing solutions to businesses, ensuring robust support for growth and expansion initiatives.

The company remains committed to its investment strategy, maintaining a diversified portfolio aimed at generating stable earnings and cash flow. With a strong emphasis on maintaining transparent communication with stakeholders, Gladstone Capital regularly updates its financial performance and strategic initiatives.