Great Elm Capital Corp. reported a challenging fourth quarter and full year 2025, marked by significant net realized and unrealized losses, leading to a decrease in net asset value per share. Despite the challenging environment, the company took steps to improve portfolio credit quality, strengthen its investment platform, and manage its capital structure through debt repurchases and a new stock repurchase program authorization.
Net Investment Income (NII) per share grew over 50% quarter-over-quarter to $0.31 in 4Q 2025, driven by increased cash income from investments.
positiveThe Investment Adviser waived all accrued incentive fees through March 31, 2026, equating to approximately $2.3 million or $0.16 per share, aligning with shareholder interests.
positiveThe company declared a quarterly distribution of $0.30 per share for Q1 2026, resulting in an annualized dividend yield of 19.2% as of February 27, 2026.
positiveStrengthened liquidity position with approximately $5 million of cash and equivalents, $50 million of revolving credit facility availability, and ample liquid assets as of December 31, 2025.
positiveNet realized and unrealized losses for the quarter ended December 31, 2025, were approximately $49.1 million, or ($2.57) per share, significantly impacting net asset value.
negativeNet asset value per share decreased to $8.07 as of December 31, 2025, down from $10.01 as of September 30, 2025, primarily due to unrealized losses.
negativeTotal investment income decreased to $12.6 million in 4Q 2025 from $10.6 million in 3Q 2025, but full-year investment income declined to $49.9 million in 2025 from $39.3 million in 2024.
attentionInterest expense increased to $18.4 million in 2025 from $14.9 million in 2024, contributing to higher overall expenses.
attentionThe company reported a net decrease in net assets resulting from operations of $31.8 million for the full year 2025, compared to a net increase of $3.6 million in 2024.
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| Segment | Current | Prior Yr | YoY | % Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Corporate Credit | N/A | — | — | — |
Great Elm Specialty Finance | N/A | — | — | — |
CLO Investments | N/A | — | — | — |
Dividend-Paying Equity Investments | N/A | — | — | — |
Other Equity Investments | N/A | — | — | — |
| Total Revenue | $0.00M | — | — | 100.0% |
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GECC has a strong foundation, and I look forward to working closely with the Board and management team to build on that foundation with disciplined credit underwriting, active portfolio management, and a continued focus on long-term shareholder value.
The Manager's decision to waive all accrued and unpaid incentive fees through the first quarter of 2026 reflects a clear commitment to alignment with GECC shareholders.
Our fourth quarter results reflected a challenging credit environment, including realized and unrealized losses in select positions.
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