Fidus Investment Corporation Reports Full-Year 2025 Financials with Decline in Net Investment Income Per Share

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Fidus Investment Corporation reported a 9.2% decline in full-year 2025 net investment income per share and reduced dividends, despite growth in its investment portfolio and improved asset quality.

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• Net Investment Income Per Share Declined

  Full-year 2025 net investment income per share was $2.08, a 9.2% decrease from $2.29 in 2024. This confirms the preliminary decline reported in a recent 8-K.

• Dividends Declared Reduced

  Total dividends declared for 2025 were $2.15 per share, down from $2.42 per share in 2024. The recent Q1 2026 dividend of $0.52 per share was also confirmed.

• Portfolio Growth and Improved Asset Quality

  The investment portfolio grew to $1.3 billion across 103 companies in 2025, with non-accrual investments significantly decreasing from $10.3 million in 2024 to $1.7 million in 2025.

• Active Capital Management

  The company issued $200 million in March 2030 Notes and $91 million in SBA debentures in 2025. An active ATM program has $34.8 million remaining, and an additional $30 million in SBA debentures were issued post-period.

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This annual report provides comprehensive financial results for Fidus Investment Corporation for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025. While the company experienced a 9.2% decline in net investment income per share and a reduction in total dividends declared for 2025, it also demonstrated significant portfolio growth and a notable improvement in asset quality, with non-accrual investments decreasing substantially. The company continues to actively manage its capital structure, utilizing its ATM program and issuing new debt, indicating ongoing access to funding.