Strong Liquidity and No Debt
Rand Capital finished the quarter with nearly $28 million in liquidity and no debt outstanding under senior credit facilities, providing significant flexibility in a challenging market environment.
Consistent Dividend Payout
The company declared and paid a regular quarterly distribution of $0.29 per share for the third consecutive quarter, emphasizing the importance of a stable income stream for shareholders.
Net Investment Income Growth
Despite a decrease in total investment income, Rand Capital's net investment income grew to $993,000 from $887,000 in the same quarter last year, driven by disciplined expense management.
New Investments and Follow-on Support
The company deployed $2.9 million in new and follow-on investments, including a $2.5 million investment in BlackJet Direct Marketing and a $400,000 follow-on investment in Food Service Supply.