GLADSTONE CAPITAL CORP (GLAD) Earnings History

GLADSTONE CAPITAL CORP - Q1 2026 EarningsMissed

Filed at: Feb 4, 2026, 4:36 PM EST|Read from source

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Gladstone Capital reported a slight increase in total investment income driven by higher average principal balances, though net investment income and net assets from operations declined due to increased expenses and unrealized depreciation. The company maintained its dividend coverage despite lower short-term interest rates and anticipates continued investment activity.

POSITIVE HIGHLIGHTS

  • •

    Total investment income increased by $0.6 million, or 2.4%, compared to the prior quarter.

    positive
  • •

    Invested $37.8 million in two new portfolio companies and $61.3 million in existing portfolio companies during the quarter.

    positive
  • •

    Secured first lien assets continue to be over 70% of debt investments at cost.

    neutral
  • •

    Increased revolving line of credit commitment by $20.0 million.

    positive

CONCERNS & RISKS

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    Net investment income decreased by $0.18 million, or 1.6%, compared to the prior quarter.

    negative
  • •

    Net investment income per common share decreased by $0.02, or 3.8%, to $0.50.

    negative
  • •

    Cash distribution per common share decreased by $0.14, or 23.7%, to $0.45.

    negative
  • •

    Net increase in net assets resulting from operations decreased by $8.5 million, or 61.0%, to $5.5 million.

    negative
  • •

    Net unrealized depreciation was $5.6 million, compared to net unrealized appreciation of $9.1 million in the prior quarter, a swing of $14.7 million.

    attention
  • •

    Total expenses increased by $0.8 million, or 6.0%, quarter over quarter, primarily due to a $0.7 million increase in the net base management fee.

    attention

FINANCIAL METRICS

Revenue
Quarterly
$24.51M
+2.4%
Net Income
Quarterly
$5.45M
-61.0%
Prior year: $13.97M
EPS (Diluted)
Quarterly
$0.24
-61.9%
Prior year: $0.63
Operating Income
Quarterly
N/A
N/A
EPS (Basic)
Quarterly
N/A
N/A

MARGIN ANALYSIS

Net Margin
Current Quarter
22.3%
Prior Year
58.4%
YoY Change
-3611 bps

Margin expansion indicates improving profitability and operational efficiency. Measured in basis points (bps): 100 bps = 1.0%.

MANAGEMENT COMMENTARY

Closed out 2025 with a healthy increase in earning assets.

— GLADSTONE CAPITAL CORP, Q1 2026 2026 Earnings Call

Sustained net interest income, lending spreads and dividend coverage despite the decline in short term interest rates.

— GLADSTONE CAPITAL CORP, Q1 2026 2026 Earnings Call

Expect this trend to continue into 2026 as we work through a healthy backlog of pending investments.

— GLADSTONE CAPITAL CORP, Q1 2026 2026 Earnings Call

Commentary excerpts from earnings call transcripts provide management's perspective on performance, strategy, and outlook. Always review full transcripts for complete context.

OPERATIONAL METRICS

Average Principal Balance Of Interest Bearing Investment Portfolio
772.3
+2.7% YoY
Prior year: 752
millions
Weighted Average Yield On Interest Bearing Investments
12.2
-2.4% YoY
Prior year: 12.5
%

Operational metrics provide insight into business drivers and customer engagement beyond traditional financial measures.