Record Fundings and Operating Performance
Hercules achieved record fundings with $709.1 million in gross fundings, an increase of 53.7% year-over-year, and record total investment income of $137.5 million, an increase of 10% year-over-year.
Strong Balance Sheet and Liquidity
The company maintained over $1 billion in liquidity across its platform with no material near-term debt maturities, and a conservative GAAP leverage of 97%.
Successful Institutional Bond Offering
Closed a $350 million institutional investment-grade bond offering of 6% unsecured notes due 2030, further strengthening the balance sheet.
Impressive Returns on Equity and Net Investment Income
Achieved a return on equity of 17.1% and net investment income of $88.7 million or $0.50 per share, covering the base distribution by 125%.
Expansion of Private Credit Fund
Announced the first close of the fourth private credit fund, with Hercules Adviser LLC now managing 4 funds with $1.6 billion in committed equity and debt capital.
Positive Exit Activity
In Q2, there were 3 M&A events and 1 IPO in the portfolio, with expectations for exit activity to accelerate towards year-end.