Capital Southwest, Trinity Capital partner for joint venture

Capital Southwest Corporation (CSWC) and Trinity Capital Inc. (TRIN) announced that they have formed a joint venture that will invest primarily in first-out senior secured debt opportunities in the lower middle market. The joint venture will be owned equally by Capital Southwest and Trinity Capital, with each firm committing $50 million and holding a 50% equity interest. Investment and operational decisions will be overseen by the joint venture’s board of managers, which will include equal representation from both partners. The joint venture is expected to obtain leverage through a senior secured credit facility, with borrowings used to fund portfolio investments.