Runway Growth Finance Finalizes SWK Acquisition, Projects Per-Share Income Growth Despite Dilution

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Runway Growth Finance Corp. filed a prospectus supplement detailing the finalized terms and pro forma financial impact of its acquisition of SWK Holdings Corporation, projecting improved per-share income despite significant dilution.

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• Merger Details Finalized

  This filing supplements the March 3, 2026 Proxy Statement/Prospectus, providing finalized pro forma financial statements and purchase price allocation for the acquisition of SWK Holdings Corporation by Runway Growth Finance Corp.

• Significant Acquisition Value

  The total purchase price consideration for the acquisition is estimated at $224.088 million, comprising $183.814 million in cash and $40.274 million in equity consideration.

• Share Issuance and Dilution

  Runway Growth Finance Corp. will issue 5,720,762 shares of common stock to SWK shareholders, representing approximately 15.8% dilution based on current outstanding shares.

• Improved Per-Share Metrics Projected

  Pro forma analysis indicates an increase in net investment income per common share from $1.55 to $1.63 and net increase in net assets from operations per common share from $0.93 to $1.36 for the combined company.

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This prospectus supplement provides the finalized pro forma financial statements and purchase price allocation for Runway Growth Finance Corp.'s acquisition of SWK Holdings Corporation. The acquisition, valued at $224.088 million, is substantial relative to Runway's market capitalization. While it involves the issuance of 5,720,762 new shares, representing approximately 15.8% dilution to existing shareholders, and an increase in debt to fund the cash portion, the pro forma analysis indicates a positive impact on key per-share metrics. Specifically, net investment income per common share and net assets resulting from operations per common share are projected to increase for the combined entity. Furthermore, the acquisition is structured to recognize an $18.6 million unrealized gain on day one, as the estimated fair value of acquired net assets exceeds the total purchase price consideration, suggesting a favorable valuation for Runway. Investors should monitor the integration process and actual financial performance post-merger.