Strong 2025 Originations and Portfolio Activity
Originated $5.6 billion of primarily first‑lien and asset‑based finance investments in 2025; Q4 originations of ~$1.1 billion; net portfolio growth of $292 million in Q4 after $806 million of sales and repayments. New investments in Q4 were ~65% first lien and ~15% asset‑based finance.
Returned Capital to Shareholders
Delivered $2.80 per share of total distributions in 2025 via base and supplemental distributions. Board declared Q1 2026 distribution of $0.48 per share (base $0.45 + supplemental $0.03), representing a 100% payout of GAAP NII and a 9.2% yield on ending Q4 NAV.
Solid Liquidity and Capital Markets Execution
Ended Q4 with approximately $3.8 billion of available liquidity. Issued $400 million of unsecured notes, closed a $400 million bilateral lending facility, raised $363 million via a third middle market CLO priced at SOFR +157 bps, and amended revolver to increase commitment, extend maturity and reduce pricing.
Portfolio Composition and Credit Profile
Portfolio fair value of $13 billion across 232 companies; ~58% first‑lien loans and ~62% senior secured on FSK basis (68% first‑lien and 72% senior secured when looking through JV). Weighted average yield on accruing debt was 10.0% (down 50 bps QoQ). Weighted average/median EBITDA of portfolio companies were $236 million and $132 million, respectively; median interest coverage increased to 1.9x from 1.8x.
Joint Venture Growth
Aggregate capital commitment to the JV with South Carolina Retirement Systems increased from $2.8 billion to ~$2.975 billion (partner ownership rose from 12.5% to 21.1%; FSK ownership decreased to 78.9%), positioning the JV to scale further.
Operational Discipline and Long‑term Track Record
Since FS/KKR advisor formation 8 years ago, originated $34 billion into FSK with an unlevered IRR of 9.1% since inception. Management reiterated focus on first‑lien, senior secured originations, proactive portfolio monitoring and workout capabilities (~25 people focused on portfolio monitoring).