Stable Credit Performance and High Yield
Carlyle Secured Lending, Inc. generated net investment income of $0.47 per share, representing an annualized yield of over 11% based on the December 31 NAV. The board declared a total fourth quarter dividend of $0.45 per share.
Record Deployment and Portfolio Growth
Achieved record highs for deployment in both the fourth quarter and the full year of 2024, growing its portfolio by about $100 million in the quarter.
Strategic Affiliate Merger
Proposed a merger with Carlyle Secured Lending 3, expected to deliver increased scale and liquidity, eliminate preferred stock dilution, and reduce costs.
Investment Grade Ratings
Obtained investment grade ratings from both Fitch and Moody's, allowing for the issuance of the first-ever institutional bond deal.
Portfolio Diversification
As of December 31, the portfolio comprised 189 investments across more than 25 industries, with 93% in senior secured loans.
Joint Venture Optimization
Consolidated MMCF 2 onto the balance sheet and extended MMCF 1's investment period, enhancing the earnings profile.