市场概况 5月19日两市ETF两融余额为999.24亿元，较前一交易日减少3.43亿元。其中融资余额为947.63亿元，较 前一交易日减少5.47亿元；融券余额为51.61亿元，较前一交易日增加2.05亿元。 分市场来看，沪市ETF两融余额为658.81亿元，较前一交易日减少2160.8万元。其中融资余额为614.23 亿元，较前一交易日减少2.19亿元；融券余额为44.58亿元，较前一交易日增加1.97亿元。深市ETF两融 余额为340.43亿元，较前一交易日减少3.21亿元。其中融资余额为333.4亿元，较前一交易日减少3.29亿 元；融券余额为7.03亿元，较前一交易日增加769.9万元。 ETF融资融券余额 5月19日ETF两融余额前三位分别为：华安易富黄金ETF(86.17亿元)、易方达黄金ETF(69.55亿元)和华夏 恒生(QDII-ETF)(51.35亿元)，前10具体见下表： | 代码 | 基金名称 | 融资融券余额 | | --- | --- | --- | | 518880.SH | 华安易富黄金ETF | 86.17亿元 | | 159934.SZ | 易方达黄金ETF | 69.55 ...

ETF融资融券余额 5月16日ETF两融余额前三位分别为：华安易富黄金ETF(86.34亿元)、易方达黄金ETF(69.66亿元)和华夏 恒生(QDII-ETF)(53.99亿元)，前10具体见下表： 市场概况 5月16日两市ETF两融余额为1002.67亿元，较前一交易日减少5.26亿元。其中融资余额为953.1亿元，较 前一交易日减少5.29亿元；融券余额为49.56亿元，较前一交易日增加366.04万元。 分市场来看，沪市ETF两融余额为659.02亿元，较前一交易日减少3.01亿元。其中融资余额为616.41亿 元，较前一交易日减少2.85亿元；融券余额为42.61亿元，较前一交易日减少1625.44万元。深市ETF两 融余额为343.64亿元，较前一交易日减少2.24亿元。其中融资余额为336.69亿元，较前一交易日减少2.44 亿元；融券余额为6.96亿元，较前一交易日增加1991.48万元。 ETF融券卖出额 5月16日ETF融券卖出额前三位分别为：南方中证1000ETF(5691.46万元)、华夏中证1000ETF(2026.67万 元)和华泰柏瑞沪深300ETF(1190.76万元)，前10 ...

Capital Southwest Corporation Q4 2025 Earnings Presentation May 15, 2025 8333 Douglas Avenue, Suite 1100 | Dallas, Texas 75225 | 214.238.5700 | capitalsouthwest.com Important Notices Page 2 • These materials and any presentation of which they form a part are neither an offer to sell, nor a solicitation of an offer to purchase, any securities of Capital Southwest. • These materials and the presentations of which they are a part, and the summaries contained herein, do not purport to be complete and no obligat ...

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Upstart (UPST) Update / Briefing May 14, 2025 09:00 AM ET Speaker0 Please welcome VP of Investor Relations, Sonia Banerjee. Speaker1 Good morning. Good morning. Can you hear me? Just making sure. Welcome to Upstart AI Day. My name is Sonia. I'm the Head of Investor Relations for Upstart. And on behalf of the entire team, we are so glad that you were able to make it today. If you're here in the room with us or joining us on the webcast, we appreciate your engagement and your time. We have a fantastic morning ...

Core Insights - The article emphasizes that individuals with bad credit still have viable loan options available, particularly through specialized lenders like Upstart, which offers a more inclusive approach to loan approval [1][5][36]. Group 1: Upstart's Loan Offerings - Upstart is highlighted as the top choice for bad credit loans, utilizing AI to assess applicants beyond just credit scores, considering factors like education and income [6][8][23]. - Loan amounts range from $1,000 to $50,000, with APRs between 6.70% and 35.99%, depending on the borrower's creditworthiness [9]. - Upstart's repayment terms are fixed at either 36 or 60 months, providing a structured payment schedule for borrowers [10]. Group 2: Benefits of Upstart - Upstart accepts borrowers with credit scores as low as 300, and for college students or recent graduates, there is no credit score requirement [12]. - The platform offers fast funding, with funds available as soon as the next business day after approval [12][26]. - There are no prepayment penalties, allowing borrowers to pay off loans early without incurring additional costs [12]. Group 3: Understanding Bad Credit Loans - Bad credit loans are designed for individuals with poor credit histories, providing access to funds that traditional lenders may deny [17][36]. - These loans may come with higher interest rates due to the associated risks, but they also offer opportunities for borrowers to rebuild their credit [17][37]. - The article outlines various types of bad credit loans, including personal loans, secured loans, payday loans, and peer-to-peer loans [21]. Group 4: Application Process and Requirements - Upstart's application process is entirely digital, requiring minimal documentation, which can be completed online in just a few minutes [25][27]. - Approval is often instant, with funds typically disbursed the same day or within one business day, making it suitable for urgent financial needs [26][27]. - The article advises borrowers to focus on key features when applying for bad credit loans, such as fair interest rates, no prepayment penalties, and clear terms [38][44].

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For the quarter ended March 31, GAAP net investment income was $0.28 per share, and core net investment income was also $0.28 per share. Adjusted for additional shares issued, core NII would have been $0.30 per share [24] - As of March 31, NAV was $11.7 per share, down 2.4% from $11.34 per share last quarter [24] - The portfolio grew to $2.3 billion, up 7% from the prior quarter [18] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - During the quarter, the company invested $293 million in three new and 54 existing portfolio companies at a weighted average yield of 9.9% [18] - The weighted average debt to EBITDA for new investments was 4.3 times, with an interest coverage of 2.3 times and a loan to value of 39% [10] - The portfolio remains highly diversified with 159 companies across 49 different industries, and the weighted average yield on debt investments was 10.5% [26] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Approximately 80% of originations came from existing borrowers, while 20% were from new platform investments [7] - The pricing on first lien term loans appears to have stabilized in the SERFR plus 500 to $5.50 range for high-quality assets [10] - The debt to equity ratio was 1.3 times as of March 31 [25] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company focuses on the core middle market, providing strategic capital to borrowers in five key sectors: business services, consumer, government services and defense, healthcare, and software and technology [12] - The company aims to preserve capital while seeking investment opportunities in growing middle market companies with high free cash flow conversion [22] - The company has raised significant equity capital through its ATM program, totaling $163 million during the quarter [21] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted that despite market volatility, the company had a solid quarter and expects to ramp up portfolio activity in the coming months [6][7] - The management believes that the current vintage of core middle market loans is excellent, with strong credit quality and limited exposure to tariffs [11][12] - The company anticipates that the uncertainty surrounding tariffs needs to be resolved for M&A activity to pick up [34] Other Important Information - The company has taken significant steps to strengthen its balance sheet, increasing total leverage by $750 million over the last twelve months [18] - The company closed on a new $361 million securitization financing with a weighted average spread of 1.59% [19] - Nonaccruals represent only 2.2% of the portfolio at cost and 1.2% at market value, which improved to 1% at cost and 0.5% at market value after the quarter [14][27] Q&A Session Summary Question: On the equity raising during the quarter, was this a long-term capital build or an increase in pipeline activity? - Management indicated that the capital raised was to prepare for a robust 2025, despite a slowdown in activity due to recent market events [29] Question: What is necessary to unlock new M&A activity in the market? - Management stated that certainty in tariffs and a stable environment are needed to encourage decision-making and M&A activity [34] Question: How much of the activity with existing borrowers is repricing versus growth capital? - Management noted that most activity is from existing platforms growing, with repricing having ended due to market changes [40] Question: How does the company view tariff sensitivity for its portfolio versus larger businesses? - Management emphasized that most sectors in their portfolio are not significantly impacted by tariffs, with limited exposure [45] Question: How does the company plan to deploy additional equity into the senior loan fund? - Management expects to deploy excess capital within a six to twelve-month timeframe, depending on market conditions [52] Question: What are the long-term opportunities for growing the joint venture or adding partners? - Management expressed interest in potentially adding another JV partner over time, depending on finding the right fit [56]

MeridianLink (MLNK) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 12, 2025 05:00 PM ET Company Participants Gianna Rotellini - Senior Director of Investor Relations & Strategic InitiativesNicolaas Vlok - Chief Executive OfficerLarry Katz - PresidentElias Olmeta - Chief Financial OfficerAlexander Sklar - Vice PresidentSaket Kalia - Managing DirectorScott Wurtzel - SVP - Equity ResearchMatthew Kikkert - Equity Research AssociateMarc Feldman - Equity Research Associate Conference Call Participants Nik Cremo - Executive Director, ...

Company Overview and Strategy - Runway Growth Finance Corp is focused on venture debt with a fully-scaled platform, emphasizing a disciplined investment process and strong balance sheet [14] - The company aims to deliver comprehensive financing solutions and execute larger deals with the backing of BC Partners [14] - Runway Growth intends to expand origination channels and strengthen sourcing capabilities through BC Partners' investment platform [15] Portfolio Performance and Risk - The company's disciplined investment approach has resulted in a low annualized loss rate of 7 bps [9] - Cumulative net loss rate since inception is 56 bps [9] - As of March 31, 2025, the portfolio at fair value was $1,004 million [24] - 98% of the loan structure is first lien [29] - 96% of the portfolio has a weighted average risk rating of 3 or better [60] Financial Highlights - Total loan commitments amount to $3 billion [29] - The average loan commitment is $34.8 million [29] - As of March 31, 2025, total investment income was $35.398 million [71]

Core Viewpoint - Financial services stocks, including Ares Capital, are facing challenges in 2025 due to tariffs and inflation concerns, despite initial expectations for a favorable environment [1][2] Company Overview - Ares Capital is the largest publicly traded business development company (BDC) with a market cap of approximately $14 billion, focusing on direct lending to middle-market businesses [3] - The direct lending market presents a significant opportunity, valued at $5.4 trillion, with increasing demand for BDCs as companies prefer quicker deal closures [4] Analyst Sentiment - Among 13 analysts surveyed, four rated Ares Capital as a "strong buy," while seven recommended it as a "buy," indicating overall positive sentiment despite some economic concerns [5] - RBC Capital recently reduced its price target for Ares Capital but maintained an "outperform" rating, predicting a potential double-digit percentage increase in share price over the next year [5] Market Position and Strategy - Ares Capital's new CEO, Kort Schnabel, noted a decline in transaction activity in the liquid loan market but emphasized the stability of the direct lending market as businesses seek private financing [7] - The company is well-positioned to capture market share during economic uncertainty, with a conservative balance sheet and financial flexibility to pursue deals [8] Portfolio Health - Ares Capital's portfolio companies exhibit strong EBITDA growth, with debt-to-EBITDA multiples below the five-year average, and are primarily focused on services, which are less affected by high tariffs [9] Dividend Performance - Ares Capital boasts a forward dividend yield exceeding 9.2% and has maintained stable or increasing dividends for 63 consecutive quarters, positioning it as an attractive option for income investors [10] - The management expresses confidence in sustaining the current dividend levels for the foreseeable future [10]