Octagon Launches Proxy Contest Against XFLT Board's Sub-Adviser Change

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The current sub-adviser, Octagon Credit Investors, has launched a proxy contest to oppose the XFLT Board's plan to replace it, arguing the change is not in shareholders' best interest and revealing a rejected counter-proposal.

check_boxKey Events · Corporate Governance and Compliance · XFLT

• Proxy Contest Launched

  Octagon Credit Investors, the current sub-adviser, is soliciting votes AGAINST the approval of a new sub-advisory agreement with Rockford Tower Asset Management, an affiliate of King Street Capital Management.

• Board's Decision Challenged

  Octagon alleges the Board's decision to replace it is ill-advised, lacks transparency, and does not offer commensurate benefits to shareholders, particularly regarding fees.

• Rejected Counter-Proposal

  Octagon disclosed that its proposal to assume the role of primary investment adviser with a significant fee reduction (from 170 to 130 basis points) was rejected by the Board.

• Shareholder Vote on July 30

  Shareholders will vote on the proposed sub-advisory agreement at a special meeting on July 30, 2026.

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Octagon Credit Investors, the current sub-adviser, is challenging the XFLT Board's decision to replace it with Rockford Tower Asset Management. Octagon argues the change is detrimental to shareholders, citing its own strong track record, the lack of shareholder benefit from the new fee structure, and the Board's alleged lack of transparency. Octagon also revealed its rejected proposal to become the primary adviser with a significant fee reduction. This proxy contest creates uncertainty regarding the fund's future management and investment strategy, leading to a critical shareholder vote on July 30.