Gladstone Investment Upsizes Credit Facility to $405M, Extends Maturity, and Reduces Interest Rates

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Gladstone Investment Corporation has finalized an amendment to its credit facility, increasing its size to $405 million, extending its maturity, and securing a lower interest rate, significantly boosting its financial flexibility.

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• Credit Facility Upsized

  The revolving credit facility was increased from $300.0 million to $405.0 million, with the ability to further increase the total maximum facility to $500.0 million.

• Maturity Extended

  The revolving period of the Credit Facility was extended to June 8, 2029, and the final maturity date was extended to June 8, 2031.

• Interest Rate Reduced

  The interest rate on advances was reduced to 30-day Term Secured Overnight Financing Rate (SOFR) plus 2.85% per annum, with a floor of 0.35%.

• Enhanced Financial Flexibility

  This amendment provides the company with greater liquidity and financial stability, reducing refinancing risk and lowering borrowing costs.

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This 8-K filing details the definitive agreement for the extension and upsizing of Gladstone Investment's credit facility. The increase in the facility size from $300 million to $405 million, with an option to expand to $500 million, significantly enhances the company's liquidity and capital availability. The extension of the revolving period to 2029 and final maturity to 2031 provides a longer financial runway and reduces near-term refinancing risk. Additionally, the reduction in interest rates will lower borrowing costs, improving the company's financial efficiency. This move is particularly important given the company's recent efforts to secure shareholder approval for equity issuance below NAV, as it provides a substantial alternative source of capital.