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Compared to Estimates, Palmer Square Capital BDC Inc. (PSBD) Q4 Earnings: A Look at Key Metrics

Core Insights - Palmer Square Capital BDC Inc. (PSBD) reported revenue of $34.87 million for the quarter ended December 2024, reflecting a 17% increase year-over-year [1] - The earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter was $0.46, down from $0.58 in the same quarter last year [1] - The reported revenue was slightly below the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $34.89 million, resulting in a revenue surprise of -0.05% [1] - The company experienced an EPS surprise of -4.17%, with the consensus EPS estimate being $0.48 [1] Performance Metrics - Investment income from non-controlled, non-affiliated investments showed varied results: - Other income was reported at $0.28 million, below the average estimate of $0.40 million [4] - Dividend income was $0.66 million, compared to the average estimate of $0.70 million [4] - Interest income was reported at $33.25 million, slightly below the average estimate of $33.65 million [4] - Over the past month, shares of Palmer Square Capital BDC Inc. returned -1.9%, compared to a -2.2% change in the Zacks S&P 500 composite [3] - The stock currently holds a Zacks Rank 3 (Hold), indicating potential performance in line with the broader market in the near term [3]