Stellus Capital Investment Corporation reported a total investment income of $26.3 million for the third quarter of 2025, a slight decrease from $26.5 million in the same period last year. For the nine months ending September 30, 2025, the company generated $76.9 million in investment income, down from $79.1 million in 2024. The decline in revenue was attributed primarily to lower interest income from debt investments, which was impacted by decreasing market rates. The company’s net investment income for the quarter was $9.1 million, or $0.32 per share, compared to $10.3 million, or $0.39 per share, in the prior year. For the nine-month period, net investment income was $28.5 million, or $1.01 per share, down from $32.3 million, or $1.29 per share, in 2024.
In terms of operational changes, Stellus Capital's total assets increased to $1.03 billion as of September 30, 2025, compared to $980.9 million at the end of 2024. This growth was driven by a rise in non-controlled, non-affiliated investments, which reached $996.6 million, up from $945.8 million. The company’s liabilities also rose, with total liabilities amounting to $650.9 million, up from $611.0 million. The increase in liabilities was primarily due to a rise in notes payable, which increased to $172.5 million from $99.4 million, reflecting the company’s strategy to leverage its capital for investment opportunities.
Stellus Capital has continued to expand its investment portfolio, with a total of $1.01 billion invested across 115 portfolio companies as of September 30, 2025. The portfolio composition included approximately 89% in first lien debt, 1% in second lien debt, 1% in unsecured debt, and 9% in equity investments. The company made $142 million in investments during the nine months ended September 30, 2025, compared to $112.6 million in the same period of 2024. The company also reported $85.6 million in proceeds from repayments of investments during the same period.
The company’s asset coverage ratio stood at 210% as of September 30, 2025, indicating compliance with regulatory requirements. Stellus Capital has also maintained a consistent dividend policy, declaring distributions of $0.40 per share for the third quarter of 2025, consistent with the previous year. The company’s management remains optimistic about future performance, citing ongoing economic activity and the potential for further investment opportunities in the lower middle-market sector. However, they also acknowledged challenges such as supply chain disruptions and fluctuating interest rates that could impact future operations.
About Stellus Capital Investment Corp
Stellus Capital Investment Corporation is a Maryland-based business development company (BDC) that invests in private lower middle-market companies through debt and equity financing. Its core activities include originating, structuring, and monitoring senior secured, unsecured, and subordinated loans, often with equity co-investments. Managed by Stellus Capital Management, the firm focuses on industries like healthcare, software, and industrials, providing tailored financing solutions to creditworthy, growth-oriented businesses.
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