Great Elm Capital Reports Q4 Results, Waives $2.3M in Fees, Appoints Executive Chairman, and Authorizes $10M Buyback

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Great Elm Capital Corp. announced Q4 2025 financial results, including a NAV decline but NII growth, alongside a significant $2.3 million incentive fee waiver, the appointment of a new Executive Chairman, and a $10 million stock repurchase authorization.

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• Q4 and Full Year 2025 Financial Results

  GAAP Net Asset Value (NAV) decreased to $8.07 per share as of December 31, 2025, from $10.01 per share on September 30, 2025, primarily due to $26.4 million in net realized and unrealized losses. However, Net Investment Income (NII) grew over 50% quarter-over-quarter to $0.31 per share in Q4 2025.

• Significant Incentive Fee Waiver

  The company's investment adviser waived all accrued incentive fees as of December 31, 2025, equating to approximately $2.3 million (or $0.16 per share), and also waived Q1 2026 incentive fees, directly benefiting shareholders and NAV.

• New Executive Chairman Appointed

  Jason W. Reese, Co-Founder, Chairman, and CEO of Imperial Capital Asset Management, LLC, and CEO/Chairman of the parent company Great Elm Group, Inc., was appointed Executive Chairman of the Board, succeeding Matthew A. Drapkin. Mr. Reese will not receive additional compensation for his Board service.

• Substantial Stock Repurchase Program Authorized

  The Board authorized a stock repurchase program for up to $10 million of outstanding common shares, representing approximately 11% of the company's market capitalization, signaling confidence in the stock's value, especially as it trades near its 52-week low.

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This filing reveals a mixed financial picture but strong proactive measures by Great Elm Capital Corp. While the GAAP Net Asset Value (NAV) experienced a significant decline due to realized and unrealized losses, the company reported over 50% quarter-over-quarter growth in Net Investment Income (NII). More importantly, the investment advisor's waiver of $2.3 million in incentive fees (approximately $0.16 per share) through Q1 2026 demonstrates a strong commitment to shareholder alignment and directly boosts NAV. The authorization of a $10 million stock repurchase program, representing about 11% of the current market capitalization, is a highly significant move, especially with the stock trading near its 52-week low, signaling management's belief in undervaluation. The appointment of Jason Reese, CEO and Chairman of the parent company, as Executive Chairman without additional compensation, strengthens governance and strategic oversight. These proactive steps, including substantial debt reduction, aim to improve the company's financial health and shareholder value despite recent portfolio challenges.