Stellus Capital reports Q2 NII $0.25–$0.27/share, NAV up 2%, receives third SBIC license

Filed July 29, 2026 · Period ending July 29, 2026 · ~1 min read

Key Changes

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  Q2 2026 net investment income estimated at $0.25–$0.27/share; NAV per share rose 1.8–2.4% to $12.76–$12.84 from $12.54 prior quarter, driven by portfolio appreciation and accretive buybacks partially offset by dividends exceeding NII.

  Exhibit 99.1 view on EDGAR →
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  Received third SBIC license July 14, 2026, allowing $125M equity contribution and up to $250M in SBA-guaranteed debentures (subject to $475M family-of-funds limit), expanding access to low-cost growth capital.

  Exhibit 99.1 view on EDGAR →
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  Investment adviser Stellus Capital Management acquired by Ridgepost Capital (NYSE-listed parent) on June 22, 2026, changing the BDC's management ownership structure.

  Exhibit 99.1 view on EDGAR →