Dividend Coverage and Net Investment Income
Adjusted net investment income for the quarter was $0.32 per share, covering the $0.32 per share dividend. The dividend will continue to be supported by strong recurring earnings and an additional Dividend Protection Program if necessary.
Portfolio Stability and Credit Performance
Over 96% of the portfolio is classified as 'green' with no 'red' names, indicating stable credit performance. The internal risk ratings of the portfolio were consistent with 96.5% green rated, and no new non-accruals were reported.
Stock Repurchase Program
The Board authorized a stock repurchase program to buy back up to $47 million of NMFC shares, aiming to take advantage of the current 21% discount to book value.
Sector and Tariff Exposure
NMFC has only 2% exposure to sectors most at risk for tariffs compared to 13% for peers, with a focus on sectors like healthcare, IT, and infrastructure services which have low tariff exposure.
Successful Private Equity Fundraising
New Mountain Capital successfully raised a $15.4 billion Private Equity Fund 7, up from $9.6 billion for the previous fund, showcasing strong fundraising capabilities.