Trinity Capital Reports Strong Q1 2026 Results with Record NII and 37.8% Investment Income Growth

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Trinity Capital Inc. announced strong Q1 2026 financial results, including record net investment income and substantial growth in total investment income, alongside continued accretive ATM share issuances and consistent dividends.

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• Record Net Investment Income

  Reported record quarterly Net Investment Income (NII) of $44.5 million, or $0.53 per basic share, representing a 37.4% increase year-over-year.

• Strong Investment Income Growth

  Total investment income grew 37.8% year-over-year to $90.1 million for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026.

• Accretive ATM Share Issuances

  Utilized its At-The-Market (ATM) program to sell 5,277,274 shares at a weighted average price of $15.01 per share in Q1 2026, raising $78.4 million in net proceeds. An additional $29.8 million in net proceeds was raised from April 1 to May 4, 2026, through the sale of 1,985,521 shares at $15.14 per share. These issuances were stated as accretive.

• Consistent Dividend Declaration

  Declared regular monthly distributions of $0.17 per share for April, May, and June 2026, totaling $0.51 for the second quarter, marking the 26th consecutive quarter of a consistent regular dividend.

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Trinity Capital Inc. delivered a robust first quarter, showcasing significant year-over-year growth in total investment income and net investment income. The company's return on average equity remains strong at 15.8%. While Net Asset Value per share saw a slight decrease, the ongoing At-The-Market (ATM) equity offerings were accretive, raising substantial capital to support new investments. The consistent dividend payout, marking 26 consecutive quarters, reinforces shareholder returns. Investors should note the slight increase in the weighted average risk rating, though non-accrual loans remain a small percentage of the portfolio.