CION Investment Corp Reports Significant Decline in Net Assets and NAV, Issues $135M in New Notes

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CION Investment Corp reported a significant decline in net assets and NAV per share for 2025, alongside increased realized and unrealized investment losses. The company issued $135M in new notes and expanded its share repurchase program.

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• Net Assets from Operations Decline

  Net assets resulting from operations shifted from an increase of $33.9 million in 2024 to a decrease of $20.6 million in 2025.

• Net Asset Value (NAV) Per Share Decreases

  NAV per share fell to $13.76 as of December 31, 2025, down from $15.43 at December 31, 2024.

• Increased Investment Losses

  The company reported a net realized loss on investments of $39.6 million in 2025, up from $28.3 million in 2024, and net unrealized depreciation significantly increased to $74.1 million in 2025 from $33.6 million in 2024.

• New Debt Issuance

  CION Investment Corp issued and sold $135 million in 7.50% Notes due 2031 on February 9, 2026, increasing its total outstanding unsecured indebtedness.

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CION Investment Corp's annual report reveals a notable deterioration in financial performance for 2025. The company experienced a significant shift from a net increase in net assets from operations in 2024 to a net decrease in 2025, driven by substantial increases in both realized and unrealized losses on investments. This led to a material decline in Net Asset Value (NAV) per share. To manage its capital structure, the company issued a substantial amount of new unsecured notes in early 2026, increasing its total outstanding indebtedness. Concurrently, the board expanded its share repurchase program, a positive signal of management's confidence, especially with the stock trading near 52-week lows. However, the overall financial trends indicate increasing challenges in its investment portfolio and profitability.