In July this year, I published my first article on FS Credit Opportunities Fund (NYSE: FSCO ). The thesis was bullish and based on conservative leverage, a high-quality portfolio, and a very competitive yield (again, despite the immaterialRoberts Berzins has over a decade of experience in the financial management helping top-tier corporates shape their financial strategies and execute large-scale financings. He has also made significant efforts to institutionalize REIT framework in Latvia to boost the liqui ...

, /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Directors of FS Credit Opportunities Corp. (the Fund) (NYSE: FSCO) announced the monthly distribution for each of October, November and December 2025. The distribution of $0.0678 per share will be paid on October 31, November 28, and December 31, 2025. Further information on the distribution is summarized in the charts below. By declaring dividends for the next three months in advance, the Fund reinforces its commitment to delivering consistent income to shareholders. This app ...

Group 1: Economic Trends - The integration of AI tools allows employers to grow without increasing headcount, leading to a "growth without headcount" revolution across the economy [3][4] - The US job market added only 22,000 new jobs in August and 107,000 over the last four months, falling short of the estimated 100,000 new jobs needed monthly to keep pace with population growth [3][4] Group 2: Business Impact - Small businesses are increasingly optimistic due to the efficiency brought by AI, as reflected in the Small Business Optimism Index reaching a five-month high [4] - Major companies like Microsoft and Amazon are also reducing their workforce while enhancing efficiency through AI, indicating a broader trend among large corporations [8][9] Group 3: Investment Opportunities - FS Credit Opportunities (FSCO) is benefiting from this shift, offering an 11% monthly dividend and a recent 5.1% dividend increase [5][6] - The Global X S&P 500 Covered Call ETF (XYLD) captures the automation-driven profitability boom with a 9.7% monthly dividend, showing strong annualized gains since its addition to the portfolio [10][11] Group 4: Treasury Market Dynamics - The US Treasury is engaging in bond buybacks to manage long-term interest rates, resulting in a decrease of the 10-year Treasury yield from 4.8% to 4% this year [12][14] - The iShares 20+ Year Treasury Bond BuyWrite Strategy ETF (TLTW) utilizes a covered call strategy to enhance bond yields, supported by the US Treasury's actions [15]

Core Viewpoint - FS Credit Opportunities Corp. has announced a monthly distribution of $0.0678 per share for September 2025, reflecting a strong performance in net investment income and total return year-to-date [1][2]. Distribution Details - The distribution will be paid on September 30, 2025, with an ex-date and record date of September 23, 2025 [4]. - The current annualized distribution rate is 11.0% based on the Fund's net asset value (NAV) and 10.8% based on market price as of August 31, 2025 [2]. Financial Performance - The Fund has generated an estimated total return of 10.7% on NAV and 18.3% on market price year-to-date through August 31, 2025 [2]. - FS Credit Opportunities Corp. manages approximately $2.2 billion in assets, focusing on event-driven credit, special situations, and private capital solutions [3]. Management and Strategy - The Fund pays regular monthly cash distributions to common shareholders, which may be adjusted based on portfolio and market conditions [4]. - Future Standard, the parent company, has a 30+ year track record with $86 billion in assets under management, investing across private equity, credit, and real estate [7].

Core Viewpoint - The article emphasizes the importance of a hybrid investment strategy that combines classic dividend growth stocks with other asset classes like Business Development Companies, REITs, and Closed End Funds to enhance investment income while achieving total returns comparable to traditional index funds [1]. Investment Strategy - The investment approach focuses on high-quality dividend stocks and assets that provide long-term growth potential, which can significantly contribute to income generation [1]. - A balanced portfolio that includes a mix of growth and income-generating assets can lead to efficient investment income and total returns on par with the S&P 500 [1].

Core Points - FS Credit Opportunities Corp. announced a monthly distribution of $0.0678 per share for August 2025, payable on August 29, 2025 [1][4] - The current annualized distribution yield is 11.1% based on the Fund's net asset value (NAV) and 10.9% based on market price as of July 31, 2025 [2][10] - The Fund has approximately $2.2 billion in assets under management and focuses on event-driven credit, special situations, and private capital solutions [3][10] Distribution Details - The distribution schedule includes an ex-date and record date of August 22, 2025, with payment on August 29, 2025 [4] - Monthly distributions are regular cash payments to common shareholders, which may be adjusted based on portfolio and market conditions [4] Performance Metrics - The Fund's monthly distribution has been fully covered by net investment income throughout 2025 on a tax basis [2] - Year-to-date total return on NAV is estimated at 9.3%, while the return on market price is 16.5% through July 31, 2025 [2]

[Form 8-K Current Report](index=1&type=section&id=Form%208-K%20Current%20Report) This Form 8-K reports on the company's upcoming financial results disclosures, including earnings call and presentation details, alongside standard forward-looking statement disclaimers and exhibits [Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition](index=2&type=section&id=Item%202.02%2E%20Results%20of%20Operations%20and%20Financial%20Condition%2E) FS Credit Opportunities Corp. announced that a recorded earnings call and an accompanying transcript for its second quarter 2025 results will be made available on its website on September 4, 2025, with a press release attached as Exhibit 99.1 * The company will release a recorded earnings call and transcript to discuss its **second quarter 2025 results**[4](index=4&type=chunk) * The materials will be available after market close on **Thursday, September 4, 2025**, on the company's investor relations website[4](index=4&type=chunk) * A press release announcing the call is attached as **Exhibit 99.1**[4](index=4&type=chunk) [Item 7.01. Regulation FD Disclosure](index=2&type=section&id=Item%207.01%2E%20Regulation%20FD%20Disclosure%2E) The company will make a presentation containing financial and operating information available on its investor relations website after the market close on Monday, August 25, 2025, without undertaking an obligation to update this information * A presentation with financial and operating information will be made available on the 'Investor Relations' section of the Company's website[5](index=5&type=chunk) * The presentation will be available after market close on **Monday, August 25, 2025**[5](index=5&type=chunk) [Forward-Looking Statements](index=2&type=section&id=Forward-Looking%20Statements) This report contains forward-looking statements subject to inherent uncertainties, where actual results could differ materially due to various factors, and the company disclaims any obligation to update these statements * The report includes forward-looking statements identified by words such as "**believes**," "**expects**," and "**future**"[6](index=6&type=chunk) * Potential factors that could cause actual results to differ include changes in the **economy**, **geo-political risks**, **natural disasters**, **pandemics**, and changes in **laws or regulations**[6](index=6&type=chunk) * The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements[6](index=6&type=chunk) [Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits](index=2&type=section&id=Item%209.01%2E%20Financial%20Statements%20and%20Exhibits%2E) This section lists the exhibits filed with the Form 8-K, with the only exhibit being the press release dated August 6, 2025, designated as Exhibit 99.1 Exhibits Filed | EXHIBIT NUMBER | DESCRIPTION | | :--- | :--- | | 99.1 | Press Release, dated August 6, 2025 |

Core Viewpoint - FS Credit Opportunities Corp. (NYSE: FSCO) is set to release its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2025, on August 25, 2025, after market close [1] Financial Results Announcement - The financial results will be accompanied by an earnings presentation, which will be available on the FSCO website under the Investor Relations section after market close on August 25, 2025 [2] - A recorded earnings call and transcript will be made available on September 4, 2025, after market close, also in the Investor Relations section of the website [3] Company Overview - Future Standard, the parent company of FS Credit Opportunities Corp., is a global alternative asset manager with over $86 billion in assets under management and a 30+ year track record of value creation [4][6] - The company focuses on investing across private equity, credit, and real estate, targeting middle market growth and innovation [4]

Group 1 - Roberts Berzins has over a decade of experience in financial management, assisting top-tier corporates in shaping financial strategies and executing large-scale financings [1] - Significant efforts have been made to institutionalize the REIT framework in Latvia to enhance the liquidity of pan-Baltic capital markets [1] - Development of national SOE financing guidelines and frameworks for channeling private capital into affordable housing stock has been a focus [1] - Roberts is a CFA Charterholder and holds an ESG investing certificate, with experience from an internship at the Chicago Board of Trade [1] - Active involvement in "thought-leadership" activities supports the development of pan-Baltic capital markets [1]

Core Points - FS Credit Opportunities Corp. announced a monthly distribution of $0.0678 per share for July 2025, payable on July 31, 2025 [1][4] - The current annualized distribution yield is 11.1% based on net asset value (NAV) and 11.2% based on market price as of June 30, 2025 [2][10] - The Fund has approximately $2.2 billion in assets under management, focusing on event-driven credit and other non-traditional credit opportunities [3] Financial Performance - The monthly distribution has been fully covered by the Fund's net investment income throughout 2025 on a tax basis [2] - The Fund has generated an estimated total return of 7.6% on NAV and 12.5% on market price year-to-date through June 30, 2025 [2] Distribution Schedule - The distribution schedule for July includes an ex-date and record date of July 24, 2025, with payment on July 31, 2025 [4]