WhiteHorse Finance Earnings Call Transcripts
Fiscal Year 2026
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The meeting included the election of three directors for terms expiring in 2029 and the ratification of Deloitte & Touche as auditor for 2026. All proposals were accepted, and stockholders had the opportunity to ask questions.
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Q1 2026 saw net realized and unrealized losses from previously identified credits, with core earnings moderating and NAV per share declining 1.8%. Share repurchases and a temporary fee waiver supported NAV and distributable earnings, while market conditions remain competitive but improving.
Fiscal Year 2025
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Q4 2025 delivered higher net investment income and NAV, supported by accretive share repurchases and a strong distribution policy. Portfolio yields declined slightly, but credit quality remained stable, and the board expanded the share buyback program as shares trade at a steep discount to NAV.
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Q3 2025 saw declines in NII and NAV per share, driven by rate cuts, spread compression, and portfolio markdowns. The board reset the base distribution to $0.25/share, reduced the incentive fee, and approved a $15M share buyback. Non-accruals improved, but market competition and credit risks persist.
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Q2 2025 saw a decline in portfolio value and net investment income, with NAV per share down 2.4% and non-accruals improving to 4.9%. Debt optimization and a new CLO reduced borrowing costs, while muted M&A activity and tariff uncertainty continue to impact deal flow.
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Q1 2025 saw lower net investment income and a 1.6% NAV decline, driven by portfolio losses and higher non-accruals. The board is reviewing the dividend amid muted M&A activity and ongoing market volatility, while the JV continues to provide accretive returns.
Fiscal Year 2024
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Q4 2024 saw lower net investment income and a 3.6% NAV per share decline, driven by portfolio markdowns and increased non-accruals. The company is focusing on non-sponsored lending and maintaining a stable dividend, while monitoring risks from tariffs and aggressive lending markets.
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Q3 saw a decline in NAV and portfolio value due to company-specific losses, though net investment income exceeded the dividend. Aggressive market conditions and yield compression persist, prompting a strategic shift toward non-sponsor deals for better risk-return.
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Q2 2024 saw softer results due to high repayments and portfolio markdowns, with NII of $9.3M and NAV per share down 0.4%. Non-accruals rose, notably Honors Holdings, while the company maintains a cautious approach amid aggressive market conditions and expects refinancing activity to remain high.