Strong Earnings and Distributions
FSK generated net investment income of $0.77 per share, exceeding public guidance of $0.72 per share. A total distribution of $0.70 per share was declared, contributing to a 12.2% yield on net asset value.
Robust Investment Activity
FSK originated approximately $1.1 billion of new investments, with liquidity totaling approximately $4.4 billion at the end of the quarter.
Decline in Non-Accruals
Non-accruals decreased to 3.8% on a cost basis and 1.7% on a fair value basis, compared to the previous quarter.
Positive Economic Backdrop
The U.S. economy experienced a 6.8% growth in real terms, with inflation declining from 9.1% in June 2022 to approximately 2.4%.
Asset-Based Finance Opportunities
FSK participated in a $10 billion asset-based finance deal, purchasing a pool of seasoned private student loans with a high average FICO score.