T. ROWE PRICE OHA SELECT PRIVATE CREDIT FUND ANNOUNCES JUNE 30, 2024 FINANCIAL RESULTS AND DECLARED TOTAL DISTRIBUTIONS OF $0.84 PER SHARE IN Q2 2024

Rhea-AI Summary

T. Rowe Price OHA Select Private Credit Fund (OCREDIT) announced financial results and declared total distributions of $0.84 per share for Q2 2024. Key highlights include:

- Net investment income per share: $0.77
- Earnings per share: $0.68
- Net asset value per share: $27.98 (down 0.6% from Q1)
- Gross investment fundings: $412.6 million
- Net investment fundings: $293.1 million
- Debt-to-equity ratio: 0.74x

The Company's investment portfolio had a fair value of $1,649.7 million, comprised of investments in 100 portfolio companies across 21 industries. The portfolio consisted of 93.2% first lien loans and 6.8% second lien loans, with 99.5% of debt investments at floating rates.

Positive

• Net investment income per share of $0.77 with a weighted average yield on debt and income producing investments of 12.5%
• Gross investment fundings of $412.6 million and net investment fundings of $293.1 million
• Annualized distribution yield (excluding special distributions) of 9.9%
• Investment portfolio fair value increased to $1,649.7 million from $1,356.7 million in Q1 2024
• Reduced applicable margin for advances from 3.00% to 2.25% per annum on BNP Credit Facility

Negative

• Net asset value per share decreased by 0.6% from $28.15 to $27.98 quarter-over-quarter
• Earnings per share decreased from $1.02 in Q1 2024 to $0.68 in Q2 2024
• Net investment income per share decreased from $1.05 in Q1 2024 to $0.77 in Q2 2024
• Debt-to-equity ratio increased from 0.61x to 0.74x quarter-over-quarter

Financial Analyst

The Q2 2024 results for T. Rowe Price OHA Select Private Credit Fund (OCREDIT) show mixed performance. While net investment income per share decreased from $1.05 to $0.77 quarter-over-quarter, the fund maintained a strong weighted average yield of 12.5% on debt investments. The net asset value (NAV) per share slightly declined by 0.6% to $27.98.

Notably, the fund's gross investment fundings increased by 36% to $412.6 million, indicating robust deal flow. The debt-to-equity ratio rose from 0.61x to 0.74x, suggesting increased leverage. The fund's ability to reduce its weighted average interest rate on debt from 7.9% to 7.8% and secure better terms on its BNP Credit Facility is positive for future profitability.

The annualized distribution yield of 9.9% (excluding special distributions) remains attractive in the current market environment. However, investors should monitor the slight decline in NAV and earnings per share for potential trends.

Private Credit Expert

OCREDIT's Q2 2024 results reflect the ongoing strength in private credit markets. The fund's ability to deploy $412.6 million in new investments, including $178.3 million across 14 new companies, demonstrates robust deal flow and selectivity in a competitive landscape.

The weighted average yield of 12.5% on debt investments is impressive, especially considering the high-quality focus on first lien loans (93.2% of the portfolio). The increase in floating rate exposure to 99.5% positions the fund well for potential interest rate volatility.

The CEO's comment on expected rate cuts and accelerated M&A activity suggests potential for increased deal flow and attractive pricing in the latter half of 2024. However, this could also lead to more competitive dynamics and pressure on yields. The fund's scale and track record should provide an advantage in sourcing and structuring deals in this environment.

Market Research Analyst

OCREDIT's Q2 2024 results highlight the continued investor appetite for private credit as an asset class. The successful raise of $172.1 million in new equity during the quarter, plus an additional $71.5 million post-quarter end, underscores strong demand from wealth channel investors seeking yield and portfolio diversification.

The fund's inception-to-date annualized total return of 14.96% is compelling, especially in comparison to public fixed income alternatives. However, the slight decline in NAV and lower earnings per share this quarter may indicate some pressure on valuations or increased competition in deal pricing.

The expansion to 100 portfolio companies across 21 industries demonstrates OCREDIT's commitment to diversification, which should help mitigate risk. The absence of non-accrual investments is a positive indicator of portfolio quality, but vigilance is needed as the credit cycle matures and if M&A activity increases as predicted.

NEW YORK, Aug. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- T. Rowe Price OHA Select Private Credit Fund (the "Company" or "OCREDIT") today announced financial results and declared total distributions of $0.84 per share for the quarter ended June 30, 2024.

"We continue to be pleased with OCREDIT's performance, and the relative value offered by our private credit investments," said Eric Muller, OCREDIT's Chief Executive Officer. "Demand for private credit remains strong from both our sponsor borrowers and wealth channel distribution partners. We anticipate an acceleration of M&A activity through remainder of this year, bolstered by expected rate cuts, providing additional unique investment opportunities." 

QUARTERLY HIGHLIGHTS⁵

• Net investment income per share was $0.77 with weighted average yield on debt and income producing investments, at amortized cost of 12.5%¹;
• Earnings per share were $0.68 with inception-to-date² annualized total return of 14.96%³;  
• Net asset value per share as of June 30, 2024 was $27.98, down 0.6% from $28.15 as of March 31, 2024;
• Gross and net investment fundings were $412.6 million and $293.1 million, respectively;
• Ending debt-to-equity was 0.74x, as compared to 0.61x as of March 31, 2024;
• The Company had total net debt outstanding of $740.3 million with a decrease in weighted average interest rate of debt from 7.9% to 7.8% quarter over quarter. Subsequent to quarter end, the Company entered into a Second Amendment to the Amended and Restated Revolving Credit and Security Agreement with BNP Paribas ("BNP," "BNP Credit Facility"). The Amendment, among other things, reduced the applicable margin for advances from 3.00% to 2.25% per annum prior to the end of the reinvestment period and 2.75% per annum thereafter, and changed the unused commitment fee.
• During the second quarter of 2024, the Company issued 5,877,975 of Class I common shares for proceeds of $165.2 million and 246,341 of Class S common shares for proceeds of $6.9 million. From July 1, 2024 through August 7, 2024, the Company received total proceeds of $71.5 million from common shareholders in connection with its public offering.⁴
• Subsequent to quarter end on July 23, 2024, the Company declared a regular distribution of $0.20 per share and a variable supplemental distribution of $0.03 per share, for total distributions of $0.23 per share, which are payable on or about August 29, 2024 to common shareholders of record as of July 31, 2024.

DISTRIBUTIONS⁶

During the second quarter of 2024, the Company declared total distributions of $0.84 per share, of which $0.15 per share was a special distribution. As of June 30, 2024, the Company's annualized distribution yield (excluding special distributions) was 9.9%.⁵

From July 1, 2024 through August 7, 2024, the Company declared the following distributions:

($ per share)	July 23, 2024
Base Distribution	$0.20
Variable Distribution	$0.03
Total Distribution	$0.23

SELECTED FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS

($ in thousands, unless otherwise noted)	Q2 2024	Q1 2024
Net investment income per share	$0.77	$1.05
Net investment income	$25,065	$29,656
Earnings per share	$0.68	$1.02
($ in thousands, unless otherwise noted)	As of June 30, 2024		As of March 31, 2024
Total fair value of investments	$1,649,749	$1,356,751
Total assets	$1,860,020	$1,494,455
Total net assets	$1,002,126	$834,609
Net asset value per share	$27.98	$28.15

INVESTMENT ACTIVITY

For the three months ended June 30, 2024, net investment fundings were $293.1 million. The Company invested $412.6 million during the quarter, including $178.3 million in 14 new companies and $234.3 million in existing companies. The Company had $119.5 million of principal repayments and sales during the quarter.

($ in millions, unless otherwise noted)	Q2 2024		Q1 2024
Investment Fundings	$412.6		$303.5
Sales and Repayments	$119.5		$97.0
Net Investment Activity	$293.1		$206.5

As of June 30, 2024, the Company's investment portfolio had a fair value of $1,649.7 million, comprised of investments in 100 portfolio companies operating across 21 different industries. The investment portfolio at fair value was comprised of 93.2% first lien loans and 6.8% second lien loans. In addition, as of June 30, 2024, 99.5% of the Company's debt investments based on fair value were at floating rates and 0.5% were at fixed rates. There were no investments on non-accrual status.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

Certain information contained in this communication constitutes "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the federal securities laws and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology, such as "outlook," "indicator," "believes," "expects," "potential," "continues," "may," "can," "will," "should," "seeks," "approximately," "predicts," "intends," "plans," "estimates," "anticipates", "confident," "conviction," "identified" or the negative versions of these words or other comparable words thereof. These may include financial projections and estimates and their underlying assumptions, statements about plans, objectives and expectations with respect to future operations, statements regarding future performance, statements regarding economic and market trends and statements regarding identified but not yet closed investments. Such forward-looking statements are inherently uncertain and there are or may be important factors that could cause actual outcomes or results to differ materially from those indicated in such statements. OCREDIT believes these factors also include but are not limited to those described under the section entitled "Risk Factors" in its prospectus, and any such updated factors included in its periodic filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"), which are accessible on the SEC's website at www.sec.gov. These factors should not be construed as exhaustive and should be read in conjunction with the other cautionary statements that are included in this document (or OCREDIT's prospectus and other filings). Except as otherwise required by federal securities laws, OCREDIT undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise.

ABOUT T. ROWE PRICE OHA SELECT PRIVATE CREDIT FUND

T. Rowe Price OHA Select Private Credit Fund (the "Company" or "OCREDIT") is a non-diversified, closed-end management investment company that has elected to be regulated as a business development company ("BDC") under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the "1940 Act"). The Company also intends to elect to be treated as a regulated investment company ("RIC") under the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the "Code"). OHA Private Credit Advisors LLC (the "Adviser") is the investment adviser of the Company. The Adviser is registered as an investment adviser with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940. OCREDIT's registration statement became effective on September 29, 2023. From inception through June 30, 2024, the Company has invested approximately $1,888.2 million in aggregate cost of debt investments prior to any subsequent exits or repayments. The Company's investment objective is to generate attractive risk-adjusted returns, predominately in the form of current income, with select investments capturing long-term capital appreciation, while maintaining a strong focus on risk management. OCREDIT invests primarily in directly originated and customized private financing solutions, including loans and other debt securities with a strong focus on senior secured lending to larger companies.

Please visit www.ocreditfund.com for additional information.

ABOUT OAK HILL ADVISORS

Oak Hill Advisors ("OHA") is a leading global credit-focused alternative asset manager with over 30 years of investment experience. OHA works with institutions and individuals and seeks to deliver a consistent track record of risk-adjusted returns with downside focus. The firm manages approximately $65 billion of capital across credit strategies, including private credit, high yield bonds, leveraged loans, stressed and distressed debt and collateralized loan obligations as of June 30, 2024. OHA's emphasis on long-term partnerships with companies, sponsors and other partners provides access to a proprietary opportunity set allowing for customized credit solutions with strength across market cycles.

With over 410 experienced professionals across six global offices, OHA brings a collaborative approach to offering investors a single platform to meet their diverse credit needs. OHA is the private markets platform of T. Rowe Price Group, Inc. (NASDAQ – GS: TROW). For more information, please visit oakhilladvisors.com.

ABOUT T. ROWE PRICE

Founded in 1937, T. Rowe Price (NASDAQ – GS: TROW) helps individuals and institutions around the world achieve their long-term investment goals. As a large global asset management company known for investment excellence, retirement leadership, and independent proprietary research, the firm is built on a culture of integrity that puts client interests first. Clients rely on the award-winning firm for its retirement expertise and active management of equity, fixed income, alternatives, and multi-asset investment capabilities. T. Rowe Price has $1.57 trillion in assets under management as of June 30, 2024, and serves millions of clients globally. News and other updates can be found on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, X, YouTube, and troweprice.com/newsroom. 

T. Rowe Price OHA Select Private Credit Fund Consolidated Statements of Assets and Liabilities (in thousands, except per share amounts)
	As of	As of
	June 30, 2024	December 31, 2023
ASSETS	(unaudited)
Investments at fair value:
Non-controlled/non-affiliated investments (cost of $1,638,322 and $1,131,726 at June 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively)	$                1,649,749	$                1,148,412
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash	172,416	105,456
Interest receivable	16,261	15,498
Deferred financing costs	5,517	6,021
Deferred offering costs	949	1,705
Receivable for investments sold	15,128	9,044
Total assets	$                1,860,020	$                1,286,136
LIABILITIES
Debt (net of unamortized debt issuance costs of $3,303 and $0, at June 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively)	$                   740,343	$                   558,630
Payable for investments purchased	84,727	151
Interest and debt fee payable	10,147	4,846
Distribution payable	13,605	11,573
Management fee payable	2,701	-
Incentive fee payable	3,486	-
Distribution and/or shareholder servicing fees payable	5	-
Unrealized depreciation on foreign currency forward contracts	6	1,048
Accrued expenses and other liabilities	2,874	5,457
Total liabilities	$                   857,894	$                   581,705
Commitments and contingencies (Note 8)
NET ASSETS
Class I shares, $0.01 par value (35,815,699 and 25,158,870 shares issued and outstanding at June 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively)	$                          358	$                          252
Additional paid in capital	986,564	687,139
Distributable earnings (loss)	15,204	17,040
Total net assets	$                1,002,126	$                   704,431
Total liabilities and net assets	$                1,860,020	$                1,286,136
Net asset value per share	$                       27.98	$                       28.00
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements. sec.gov

 

T. Rowe Price OHA Select Private Credit Fund Consolidated Statements of Operations (in thousands, except per share amounts) (unaudited)
	For the Three Months Ended		For the Six Months Ended
	June 30, 2024	June 30, 2023	June 30, 2024	June 30, 2023
Investment income from non-controlled / non-affiliated investments:
Interest income	$         44,049	$           2,270	$         83,748	$        4,445
Other income	3,315	132	6,477	132
Total investment income	47,364	2,402	90,225	4,577
Expenses:
Interest and debt fee expense	13,549	589	24,686	1,129
Management fees	2,701	-	5,045	-
Income incentive fees	3,486	-	6,849	-
Distribution and shareholder servicing fees
Class S	6	-	6	-
Professional fees	538	160	816	547
Board of Trustees fees	97	97	194	194
Administrative service expenses	337	43	750	85
Organizational costs	-	94	-	94
Other general & administrative expenses	1,481	290	2,482	298
Amortization of deferred offering costs	855	-	1,611	-
Total expenses before fee waivers and expense support	23,050	1,273	42,439	2,347
Expense support	(751)	-	(1,228)	-
Management fees waiver	-	-	(2,344)	-
Income incentive fee waiver	-	-	(3,363)	-
Total expenses net of fee waivers and expense support	22,299	1,273	35,504	2,347
Net investment income	25,065	1,129	54,721	2,230
Realized and unrealized gain (loss):
Realized gain (loss):
Non-controlled/non-affiliated investments	(448)	11	(319)	22
Foreign currency transactions	120	-	266	-
Foreign currency forward contracts	541	-	480	-
Net realized gain (loss)	213	11	427	22
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation):
Non-controlled/non-affiliated investments	(3,318)	714	(5,260)	709
Foreign currency forward contracts	137	9	1,042	9
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation)	(3,181)	723	(4,218)	718
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)	(2,968)	734	(3,791)	740
Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations	$         22,097	$           1,863	$         50,930	$        2,970
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements. sec.gov

For a more detailed description of OCREDIT's investment guidelines and risk factors, please refer to the prospectus. Consider the investment objectives, risks, and charges and expenses carefully before investing or sending money. For a free prospectus containing this and other information, call 1-855-405-6488 or visit www.ocreditfund.com. Read it carefully.

OCREDIT is a non-exchange traded business development company ("BDC") that expects to invest at least 80% of its total assets (net assets plus borrowings for investment purposes) in private credit investments. An investment in OCREDIT involves a high degree of risk. An investor should purchase securities of OCREDIT only if they can afford the complete loss of the investment.

Neither the Securities and Exchange Commission nor any state securities regulator has approved or disapproved of these securities or determined if this prospectus is truthful or complete. Securities regulators have also not passed upon whether this offering can be sold in compliance with existing or future suitability or Regulation Best Interest standard to any or all purchasers.

As of March 26, 2024, OCREDIT is available in 54 states and territories.

As of March 26, 2024, OCREDIT is not registered for offer or sale outside of the United States.

BDCs may charge management fees, incentive fees, as well as other fees associated with servicing loans. These fees will detract from the total return. 

OCREDIT may in certain circumstances invest in companies experiencing distress increasing the risk of default or failure.  OCREDIT is not listed on an exchange which heightens liquidity risk for an investor.  OCREDIT has limited prior operating history and there is no assurance that it will achieve its investment objectives. The Company's public offering is a "blind pool" offering and thus investors will not have the opportunity to evaluate the Company's investments before they are made.  Investors should not expect to be able to sell shares regardless of performance and should consider that they may not have access to the money invested for an extended period of time and may be unable to reduce their exposure in a market downturn. 

OCREDIT employs leverage, which increases the volatility of OCREDIT's investments and will magnify the potential for loss. Fixed-income securities are subject to credit risk, call risk, and interest rate risk.  As interest rates rise, bond prices fall.  Investments in high-yield bonds involve greater risk.  International investments can be riskier than U.S. investments and subject to foreign exchange risk. 

OCREDIT is "non-diversified," meaning it may invest a greater portion of its assets in a single company. OCREDIT's share price can be expected to fluctuate more than that of a comparable diversified fund.  OCREDIT may invest in derivatives, which may be riskier or more volatile than other types of investments because they are generally more sensitive to changes in market or economic conditions.

Account opening and closing fees may apply depending on the amount invested and the timing of the account closure. There may be costs associated with the investments in the account such as periodic management fees, incentive fees, loads, other expenses or brokerage commissions. Fees for optional services may also apply.

Opinions and estimates offered herein constitute the judgment of Oak Hill Advisors, L.P. as of the date this document is provided to an investor and are subject to change as are statements about market trends. All opinions and estimates are based on assumptions, all of which are difficult to predict and many of which are beyond the control of Oak Hill Advisors, L.P. In preparing this document, Oak Hill Advisors, L.P. has relied upon and assumed, without independent verification, the accuracy and completeness of all information. Oak Hill Advisors, L.P. believes that the information provided herein is reliable; however, it does not warrant its accuracy or completeness. Certain information contained in the press release discusses general market activity, industry or sector trends, or other broad-based economic, market or political conditions and should not be construed as research or investment advice.

Diversification cannot assure a profit or protect against loss in a declining market. Potential investors are urged to consult a tax professional regarding the possible economic, tax, legal, or other consequences of investing in OCREDIT in light of their particular circumstances.

In the United States, the Company's securities are offered through T. Rowe Price Investment Services Inc., a broker-dealer registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and a member of FINRA. OHA is a T. Rowe Price company.

© 2024 Oak Hill Advisors. All Rights Reserved. OHA is a trademark of Oak Hill Advisors, L.P.  T. ROWE PRICE is a trademark of T. Rowe Price Group, Inc. All other trademarks shown are the property of their respective owners. Use does not imply endorsement, sponsorship, or affiliation of Oak Hill Advisors with any of the trademark owners.

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1 Computed as (a) the annual stated interest rate or yield plus the annual accretion of discounts or less the annual amortization of premiums, as applicable, on income producing securities, divided by (b) the total relevant investments at amortized cost or fair value, as applicable.

2 Inception is November 14, 2022.

3 Annualized total return based on net asset value calculated as the change in net asset value per share during the respective period, assuming distributions that have been declared are reinvested on the effects of the performance of the Company during the period. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.

4 Does not include common shares sold through the Company's distribution reinvestment plan.

5 Performance and share activity shown is indicative of Class I only, unless otherwise indicated.

6 Future distribution payments are not guaranteed.

 

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SOURCE OHA; T. Rowe Price Associates, Inc.

FAQ

What was OCREDIT's net investment income per share for Q2 2024?

OCREDIT's net investment income per share for Q2 2024 was $0.77.

How much did OCREDIT declare in total distributions for Q2 2024?

OCREDIT declared total distributions of $0.84 per share for Q2 2024, including a special distribution of $0.15 per share.

What was OCREDIT's net asset value per share as of June 30, 2024?

OCREDIT's net asset value per share as of June 30, 2024 was $27.98, down 0.6% from $28.15 as of March 31, 2024.

How much did OCREDIT invest in new companies during Q2 2024?

OCREDIT invested $178.3 million in 14 new companies during Q2 2024.

What was OCREDIT's debt-to-equity ratio as of June 30, 2024?

OCREDIT's debt-to-equity ratio was 0.74x as of June 30, 2024, compared to 0.61x as of March 31, 2024.