PennantPark Floating Rate Capital Ltd.’s Unconsolidated Joint Venture, PennantPark Senior Secured Loan Fund I LLC Completes $301 Million Securitization, Marking Continued Growth in PennantPark’s Middle Market Platform with Twelve CLOs Under Management

Core Viewpoint - PennantPark Floating Rate Capital Ltd. has successfully closed a $301 million debt securitization through its subsidiary, demonstrating resilience in challenging capital market conditions and achieving historically low AAA pricing [1][3]. Group 1: Debt Securitization Details - The debt securitization consists of a four-year reinvestment period and a twelve-year final maturity [1]. - The total amount of debt issued is $301 million, structured into various classes with different amounts and expected ratings [2]. - The proceeds from the debt will be used to repay a portion of PSSL's $325 million secured credit facility [3]. Group 2: Company Performance and Strategy - The company manages approximately $4.0 billion in CLO middle market assets and aims for continued growth with support from current and new investors [3]. - PSSL will retain all Subordinated Notes through a consolidated subsidiary, maintaining exposure to the performance of the securitized assets [3]. - The term debt securitization is expected to be approximately 100% funded at close [3]. Group 3: Company Background - PennantPark Floating Rate Capital Ltd. primarily invests in U.S. middle-market private companies through floating rate senior secured loans [5]. - The company is managed by PennantPark Investment Advisers, LLC, which has approximately $10 billion of investable capital [6].