Group 1: Company Overview - Assertio (ASRT) is a specialty pharmaceutical company focused on branded prescription medications for neurology, inflammation, and pain [1] - Bridgeline Digital (BLIN) operates as a digital engagement company, offering a platform that integrates Web Content Management, e-commerce, e-marketing, Social Media management, and Web Analytics [2] - Booz Allen Hamilton (BAH) provides management and technology consulting, analytics, engineering, digital solutions, mission operations, and cyber expertise to governments, corporations, and not-for-profit organizations [3] Group 2: Earnings Estimates - The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Assertio's current year earnings has been revised downward by 83.3% over the last 60 days [1] - Bridgeline Digital's current year earnings estimate has been revised downward by almost 47.1% over the last 60 days [2] - Booz Allen Hamilton's current year earnings estimate has been revised downward by 6.8% over the last 60 days [3]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For the quarter ending December 31, 2024, the company reported net investment income of $0.8 million or $0.06 per share, down from $0.16 per share in the prior quarter [4] - The net asset value per share decreased by $0.16 to $5.39 compared to $5.55 as of September 30, 2024 [4] - The fair value of the portfolio was $191.6 million, an increase from $190.1 million at September 30 [17] - Net assets declined by $2.3 million from the prior quarter to $77.6 million [17] - The weighted average yield of the debt portfolio decreased slightly from 10.5% to 10.4% [17] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The median EBITDA of the portfolio remained flat at approximately $61.76 million, while the weighted average net leverage increased from 4.8 times to 5 times [9] - The percentage of covenant appeals increased from 70% to 77% [9] - The weighted average yield of debt investments made in the quarter was approximately 11.8% [11] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Approximately 30% of the portfolio may experience moderate effects from tariffs, with strategies in place to mitigate these risks [7] - The company is strategically targeting investments in critical sectors and defensive industries, including a recent investment in the data center sector [8] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company remains focused on capital preservation and NAV stability, with a disciplined investment approach [22] - The management is adapting to market volatility and heightened competition among lenders, with a focus on quality assets [5][6] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in navigating economic uncertainties and delivering value to shareholders [6] - The potential impact of tariffs on the portfolio and M&A market is being closely monitored [36] Other Important Information - The company appointed Andrew Muns as Chief Operating Officer, enhancing the executive team [3] - The company declared a distribution of $0.12 per share for the quarter ending March 31, 2025, payable in cash [19] Q&A Session Summary Question: What was the cause for the drop in PIK income quarter-over-quarter? - The drop in PIK income was due to a reversal of non-accrual for one portfolio company in the previous quarter, which inflated PIK income [25] Question: What are the comments on the sustainability of the dividend given lower yields and higher leverage? - The company is constantly evaluating the sustainability of the dividend and will monitor the portfolio's performance [26][27] Question: Is the company changing to a calendar fiscal year? - Yes, the company has changed its fiscal year from June to December [28][30] Question: What is the trend for investment yield over the next quarter or two? - The investment yield is expected to remain similar, around 10.5% plus or minus, unless there is a significant economic shock [34][36]