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Barings(BBDC) - 2023 Q2 - Earnings Call Presentation
2023-08-10 12:36
Financial Performance - Net asset value (NAV) as of June 30, 2023, was $1134 per share, compared to $1117 as of March 31, 2023[6] - Net investment income for the quarter ended June 30, 2023, was $031 per share[7] - The Board of Directors approved a third-quarter dividend of $026 per share, an increase of $001 over the prior quarter[8] Portfolio Activity - Total originations during the quarter were $66 million, while sales and repayments totaled $135 million, resulting in net repayments of $70 million[7] - Middle Market Loans experienced a net decrease in investments of $61 million, with total fundings of $36 million and sales/repayments of $97 million[14] - Cross Platform Investments saw a net increase of $1 million, with $30 million in new originations and $29 million in sales/repayments[14] Portfolio Composition and Credit Quality - As of June 30, 2023, non-accrual investments represented 11% of the total portfolio at fair value[9] - The weighted-average portfolio yield as of June 30, 2023, was 109% for Middle-Market Loans, 112% for Cross-Platform investments, and 112% for acquired assets[7] - First lien investments accounted for 676% of the portfolio[20] Balance Sheet and Leverage - The investment portfolio's fair value was $25059 million as of 2Q 2023[10] - Total debt outstanding (principal) was $14971 million as of 2Q 2023[10] - The debt-to-equity ratio was 124x, or 115x after adjusting for cash, short-term investments, and unsettled transactions[10, 34]
Barings(BBDC) - 2023 Q2 - Quarterly Report
2023-08-08 16:00
PART I – FINANCIAL INFORMATION [Item 1. Financial Statements](index=3&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Financial%20Statements) This section presents the company's core unaudited consolidated financial statements for the period ended June 30, 2023, highlighting an increase in total net assets to $1.21 billion and a rise in Net Asset Value (NAV) per share to $11.34 [Unaudited Consolidated Balance Sheet](index=3&type=section&id=Unaudited%20Consolidated%20Balance%20Sheet) As of June 30, 2023, total assets were $2.73 billion, total liabilities $1.52 billion, and total net assets $1.21 billion, with NAV per share increasing to $11.34 Consolidated Balance Sheet Summary (in thousands) | Metric | June 30, 2023 (Unaudited) | December 31, 2022 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Total Investments at Fair Value** | $2,505,992 | $2,448,935 | | **Total Assets** | $2,730,413 | $2,709,957 | | **Total Liabilities** | $1,522,816 | $1,517,628 | | **Total Net Assets** | $1,207,597 | $1,192,329 | | **Net Asset Value Per Share** | $11.34 | $11.05 | [Unaudited Consolidated Statements of Operations](index=4&type=section&id=Unaudited%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Operations) For Q2 2023, total investment income was $75.3 million, net investment income $33.6 million, and net assets increased by $40.1 million, a significant improvement from Q2 2022 Statement of Operations Highlights (in thousands) | Metric | Three Months Ended June 30, 2023 | Three Months Ended June 30, 2022 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2023 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2022 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Total Investment Income** | $75,302 | $55,592 | $142,506 | $99,350 | | **Total Operating Expenses** | $41,478 | $23,818 | $80,988 | $48,563 | | **Net Investment Income After Taxes** | $33,624 | $31,774 | $61,123 | $50,781 | | **Net Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets** | $40,117 | $(24,993) | $79,768 | $(3,962) | Per Share Data | Metric | Three Months Ended June 30, 2023 | Three Months Ended June 30, 2022 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2023 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2022 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Net Investment Income Per Share** | $0.31 | $0.29 | $0.57 | $0.52 | | **Net Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets Per Share** | $0.37 | $(0.23) | $0.74 | $(0.04) | [Unaudited Consolidated Statements of Changes in Net Assets](index=6&type=section&id=Unaudited%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Changes%20in%20Net%20Assets) Net assets increased from $1.205 billion to $1.208 billion in Q2 2023, driven by a $40.1 million net increase from operations, partially offset by distributions and share repurchases Reconciliation of Net Assets - Q2 2023 (in thousands) | Description | Amount | | :--- | :--- | | **Balance, March 31, 2023** | **$1,205,001** | | Net Increase from Operations | $40,117 | | Distributions of Net Investment Income | $(26,667) | | Purchases of Shares in Repurchase Plan | $(10,854) | | **Balance, June 30, 2023** | **$1,207,597** | Reconciliation of Net Assets - H1 2023 (in thousands) | Description | Amount | | :--- | :--- | | **Balance, December 31, 2022** | **$1,192,329** | | Net Increase from Operations | $79,768 | | Distributions of Net Investment Income | $(53,646) | | Purchases of Shares in Repurchase Plan | $(10,854) | | **Balance, June 30, 2023** | **$1,207,597** | [Unaudited Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows](index=8&type=section&id=Unaudited%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Cash%20Flows) For H1 2023, cash and foreign currencies decreased by $59.1 million, due to $27.2 million used in operating activities and $31.9 million in financing activities Cash Flow Summary - Six Months Ended June 30 (in thousands) | Cash Flow Activity | 2023 | 2022 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities** | $(27,196) | $(12,670) | | **Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Financing Activities** | $(31,889) | $126,187 | | **Net Increase (Decrease) in Cash and Foreign Currencies** | $(59,085) | $113,517 | [Consolidated Schedule of Investments](index=9&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Schedule%20of%20Investments) The investment portfolio's fair value reached $2.51 billion as of June 30, 2023, diversified across non-control, affiliate, and control investments, primarily in senior secured term loans Total Investments by Category (June 30, 2023, in thousands) | Investment Category | Cost | Fair Value | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Non-Control / Non-Affiliate | $2,138,921 | $2,053,044 | | Affiliate Investments | $317,916 | $345,990 | | Control Investments | $97,868 | $106,958 | | **Total Investments** | **$2,554,705** | **$2,505,992** | - The company holds derivative instruments, including two Credit Support Agreements with its adviser, Barings LLC, with a total notional amount of **$123 million** and a fair value of **$60.65 million** as of June 30, 2023[83](index=83&type=chunk) [Notes to Unaudited Consolidated Financial Statements](index=70&type=section&id=Notes%20to%20Unaudited%20Consolidated%20Financial%20Statements) This section details accounting policies, related party agreements, investment valuation, borrowings, derivative instruments, and the 2022 Sierra Merger - The company is externally managed by Barings LLC under the New Barings BDC Advisory Agreement, amended and restated on June 24, 2023, to update its term[165](index=165&type=chunk)[175](index=175&type=chunk) - A 12-month share repurchase program for up to **$30.0 million** was authorized on February 23, 2023, with **1,400,000 shares** repurchased for approximately **$10.9 million** during the three and six months ended June 30, 2023[173](index=173&type=chunk) - The company utilizes several joint ventures, including Jocassee Partners LLC, Thompson Rivers LLC, Waccamaw River LLC, and Sierra Senior Loan Strategy JV I LLC, which are accounted for as equity investments and not consolidated[218](index=218&type=chunk)[233](index=233&type=chunk)[240](index=240&type=chunk)[248](index=248&type=chunk) [Item 2. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations](index=115&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Management%27s%20Discussion%20and%20Analysis%20of%20Financial%20Condition%20and%20Results%20of%20Operations) Management analyzes the company's financial condition and operating results, covering business overview, portfolio, investment activity, and a comparison of results, highlighting increased investment income and a positive shift in net unrealized appreciation [Overview of Our Business](index=115&type=section&id=Overview%20of%20Our%20Business) Barings BDC, an externally-managed BDC advised by Barings LLC, primarily invests in senior secured private debt in middle-market businesses, with a weighted average yield of 10.4% on its debt portfolio as of June 30, 2023 - The company's investment strategy, managed by Barings GPFG, focuses on senior secured private debt in well-established, middle-market businesses with low cyclicality and operating risk[410](index=410&type=chunk)[411](index=411&type=chunk) Weighted Average Yield on Debt Investments | Date | Yield (Excluding Non-Accrual) | Yield (Including Non-Accrual) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | June 30, 2023 | 10.4% | 10.0% | | Dec 31, 2022 | 9.7% | 9.1% | [Portfolio Composition and Investment Activity](index=118&type=section&id=Portfolio%20Composition%20and%20Investment%20Activity) The investment portfolio's fair value increased to $2.51 billion across 328 companies, with $153.0 million in new and follow-on investments and six companies on non-accrual status as of June 30, 2023 Portfolio Composition by Investment Type (Fair Value, in thousands) | Investment Type | June 30, 2023 | December 31, 2022 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Senior debt and 1st lien notes | $1,700,975 | $1,696,192 | | Subordinated debt and 2nd lien notes | $246,997 | $263,139 | | Structured products | $81,068 | $73,550 | | Equity shares | $356,201 | $284,570 | | Equity warrants | $1,144 | $1,057 | | Investment in joint ventures / PE fund | $119,607 | $130,427 | | **Total** | **$2,505,992** | **$2,448,935** | - During the six months ended June 30, 2023, the company made **15 new investments** totaling **$81.4 million** and follow-on investments in existing portfolio companies of **$71.6 million**[427](index=427&type=chunk) - As of June 30, 2023, **six portfolio companies** were on non-accrual status, with a total fair value of **$26.6 million**, representing **1.1%** of the total portfolio fair value[433](index=433&type=chunk) [Results of Operations](index=121&type=section&id=Results%20of%20Operations) Q2 2023 total investment income rose to $75.3 million, driven by higher base rates and portfolio size, resulting in $33.6 million net investment income and a $40.1 million net increase in net assets from operations due to positive unrealized appreciation Comparison of Operating Results (in thousands) | Metric | Q2 2023 | Q2 2022 | H1 2023 | H1 2022 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Total Investment Income** | $75,302 | $55,592 | $142,506 | $99,350 | | **Net Investment Income After Taxes** | $33,624 | $31,774 | $61,123 | $50,781 | | **Net Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets** | $40,117 | $(24,993) | $79,768 | $(3,962) | - The increase in investment income was driven by a higher weighted average yield on the debt portfolio (**10.4%** at June 30, 2023 vs. **7.6%** at June 30, 2022) and a larger average portfolio size[443](index=443&type=chunk) - Incentive fees increased to **$10.1 million** in Q2 2023 from nil in Q2 2022, primarily due to the Incentive Fee Cap limiting the fee in the prior year and an increase in pre-incentive fee net investment income[447](index=447&type=chunk) [Liquidity and Capital Resources](index=124&type=section&id=Liquidity%20and%20Capital%20Resources) The company's liquidity is supported by $80.3 million cash, $1.49 billion in borrowings, and an asset coverage ratio of 180.6%, with a $0.26 per share dividend declared post-quarter end - For the six months ended June 30, 2023, cash decreased by **$59.1 million**, with operating activities using **$27.2 million** and financing activities using **$31.9 million**[460](index=460&type=chunk) Borrowings Summary (as of June 30, 2023, in millions) | Facility | Amount Outstanding | | :--- | :--- | | Credit Facilities | $772.1 | | Notes Payable (Net) | $719.8 | | **Total Borrowings** | **$1,491.9** | - The company's asset coverage ratio was **180.6%** as of June 30, 2023, providing a cushion over the statutory minimum of **150%**[424](index=424&type=chunk) [Critical Accounting Policies and Use of Estimates](index=130&type=section&id=Critical%20Accounting%20Policies%20and%20Use%20of%20Estimates) Investment valuation and revenue recognition are critical accounting policies, with Level 3 inputs requiring significant judgment and independent third-party valuation, and interest income recognized on an accrual basis - The company's investment portfolio, primarily composed of debt and equity instruments of privately held companies, is valued using **Level 3 inputs** due to the lack of quoted prices or other observable inputs[500](index=500&type=chunk) - The Board has designated the Adviser as the valuation designee, which utilizes independent third-party providers to perform valuations on portfolio investments quarterly[502](index=502&type=chunk)[505](index=505&type=chunk) - Revenue recognition for interest income is on an accrual basis, but loans are placed on non-accrual status if collectability is uncertain, and PIK interest is also recognized as income but represents a non-cash source of revenue[508](index=508&type=chunk)[514](index=514&type=chunk) [Item 3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk](index=138&type=section&id=Item%203.%20Quantitative%20and%20Qualitative%20Disclosures%20About%20Market%20Risk) The company faces interest rate risk from its $1.93 billion variable-rate debt portfolio, with a 100-basis-point rate increase estimated to boost annual net income by $11.5 million, and mitigates foreign currency risk by borrowing in local currencies - As of June 30, 2023, approximately **$1.93 billion** of the company's debt portfolio investments bore interest at variable rates, primarily tied to LIBOR or SOFR[533](index=533&type=chunk) Interest Rate Sensitivity Analysis (Annual Impact on Net Income) | Basis Point Change | Net Income Impact (in thousands) | | :--- | :--- | | Up 300 basis points | $34,592 | | Up 200 basis points | $23,061 | | Up 100 basis points | $11,531 | | Down 50 basis points | $(5,766) | - The company mitigates foreign currency exposure by borrowing in local currencies under its credit facility to finance investments denominated in those currencies[533](index=533&type=chunk) [Item 4. Controls and Procedures](index=140&type=section&id=Item%204.%20Controls%20and%20Procedures) The CEO and CFO concluded that disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of June 30, 2023, with no material changes to internal control over financial reporting during Q2 2023 - Management, including the CEO and CFO, concluded that the company's disclosure controls and procedures were **effective** as of June 30, 2023[536](index=536&type=chunk) - No material changes in internal control over financial reporting were identified during the second quarter of 2023[537](index=537&type=chunk) PART II – OTHER INFORMATION [Item 1. Legal Proceedings](index=141&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Legal%20Proceedings) The company is not currently subject to any material pending legal proceedings, beyond ordinary routine litigation incidental to its business - Neither the company, its Adviser, nor its subsidiaries are currently subject to any material pending legal proceedings[539](index=539&type=chunk) [Item 1A. Risk Factors](index=141&type=section&id=Item%201A.%20Risk%20Factors) No material changes to the risk factors previously disclosed in the company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2022, and its Q1 2023 Form 10-Q were reported - No material changes to the previously disclosed risk factors were reported for the three months ended June 30, 2023[541](index=541&type=chunk) [Item 2. Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds](index=141&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Unregistered%20Sales%20of%20Equity%20Securities%20and%20Use%20of%20Proceeds) The company reported no unregistered sales of equity securities but repurchased 1,400,000 shares for approximately $10.9 million during Q2 2023, with $19.1 million remaining for repurchases Share Repurchases - Q2 2023 | Period | Total Shares Purchased | Average Price Paid | Approx. Value Remaining Under Program (in thousands) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | May 2023 | 975,000 | $7.68 | $22,512 | | June 2023 | 425,000 | $7.93 | $19,142 | - The Board authorized a new 12-month, **$30.0 million** share repurchase program commencing on March 1, 2023, for open market purchases at prices below the then-current NAV per share[542](index=542&type=chunk) [Item 3. Defaults Upon Senior Securities](index=142&type=section&id=Item%203.%20Defaults%20Upon%20Senior%20Securities) The company reported no defaults upon its senior securities during the period - None[546](index=546&type=chunk) [Item 5. Other Information](index=142&type=section&id=Item%205.%20Other%20Information) No directors or officers adopted or terminated any Rule 10b5-1 trading plans for the purchase or sale of the company's securities during the fiscal quarter ended June 30, 2023 - No directors or officers adopted or terminated any Rule 10b5-1 trading plans during the quarter[547](index=547&type=chunk) [Item 6. Exhibits](index=143&type=section&id=Item%206.%20Exhibits) This section lists the exhibits filed with the Form 10-Q, including an amendment to the Senior Secured Revolving Credit Agreement and the Third Amended and Restated Investment Advisory Agreement, along with required certifications - Key exhibits filed include Amendment No. 4 to the Senior Secured Revolving Credit Agreement and the Third Amended and Restated Investment Advisory Agreement, dated June 24, 2023[549](index=549&type=chunk)
Barings(BBDC) - 2023 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2023-05-05 19:47
Barings BDC, Inc. (NYSE:BBDC) Q1 2023 Earnings Conference Call May 5, 2023 9:00 AM ET Company Participants Eric Lloyd - Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Ian Fowler - Co-Head of Global Private Finance and President of Barings BDC Elizabeth Murray - Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operating Officer Bryan High - Head of Capital Solutions and Co-Portfolio Manager Conference Call Participants Finian O'Shea - Wells Fargo Casey Alexander - Compass Point Sean-Paul Adams - Raymond James Paul Johnson - KBW Oper ...
Barings(BBDC) - 2023 Q1 - Quarterly Report
2023-05-03 16:00
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 __________________________________________________________ Form 10-Q __________________________________________________________ (Mark One) ý QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2023 OR ¨ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 814-00733 ____ ...
Barings(BBDC) - 2022 Q4 - Earnings Call Presentation
2023-02-28 19:29
Barings BDC, Inc. Fourth Quarter 2022 Earnings Presentation February 23, 2023 Barings-Public Disclaimers and Cautionary Notes Regarding Forward-Looking Statements Cautionary Notice: Certain statements contained in this presentation are "forward-looking" statements. Investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date on which they are made and which reflect management's current estimates, projections, expectations or beliefs, and which are subjec ...
Barings(BBDC) - 2022 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2023-02-24 18:23
Barings BDC, Inc. (NYSE:BBDC) Q4 2022 Results Conference Call February 24, 2023 9:00 AM ET Company Participants Eric Lloyd - Chief Executive Officer Ian Fowler - Co-Head of Global Private Finance, President of Barings BDC Bryan High - Head of Capital Solutions and Co-Portfolio Manager Jonathan Landsberg - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Kyle Joseph - Jefferies Casey Alexander - Compass Point Robert Dodd - Raymond James Ryan Lynch - KBW Operator At this time, I would like to welcome ever ...
Barings(BBDC) - 2022 Q4 - Annual Report
2023-02-22 16:00
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-K (Mark One) ☑ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2022 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 814-00733 Barings BDC, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Maryland 06-1798488 (State or other jurisdiction of in ...
Barings(BBDC) - 2022 Q3 - Earnings Call Transcript
2022-11-11 17:28
Barings BDC, Inc. (NYSE:BBDC) Q3 2022 Earnings Conference Call November 11, 2022 9:00 AM ET Company Participants Jonathan Bock - Chief Executive Officer Ian Fowler - Co-Head-Global Private Finance and President Bryan High - Head-Capital Solutions and Co-Portfolio Manager Jonathan Landsberg - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Finian O’Shea - Wells Fargo Kyle Joseph - Jefferies Ryan Lynch - KBW Casey Alexander - Compass Point Operator At this time, I would like to welcome everyone to the Ba ...
Barings(BBDC) - 2022 Q3 - Quarterly Report
2022-11-09 16:00
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 __________________________________________________________ Form 10-Q __________________________________________________________ (Mark One) ý QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2022 OR ¨ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 814-00733 ...