Core Insights - The company reported its strongest year in history, driven by record transaction volume, higher returns on new investments, and improved capital efficiency [4][6] - Investment returns improved significantly, with yield on new investments exceeding 10.5% for the second consecutive year and adjusted EPS growing by 10% to $2.70 [6][7] - The company closed $4.3 billion in new transactions during 2025, marking an 87% increase compared to 2024, with a strong fourth quarter contributing to this growth [3][6] Investment Performance - Yield on new investments was reported at over 10.5% for the second year in a row, while adjusted recurring net investment income rose to $362 million, a 25% increase year-over-year [6][7] - Adjusted ROE increased to 13.4%, up 70 basis points from 2024, with incremental ROE exceeding 19% [8][6] Capital Efficiency and Funding Strategy - The company emphasized capital efficiency, highlighted by a $500 million junior subordinated note issuance that received equity credit from rating agencies [5][10] - Total liquidity was reported at $1.8 billion, with expanded bank facilities and a third investment-grade rating achieved [11][10] Pipeline and Future Growth - The investment pipeline grew from over $5.5 billion at the end of Q1 to over $6.5 billion by year-end 2025, driven by U.S. load growth and interest in third-party capital providers [2][6] - The company extended its guidance through 2028, projecting adjusted EPS of $3.50 to $3.60 and an adjusted ROE exceeding 17% [5][18] Notable Transactions - A significant transaction included a $500 million joint venture with Sunrun, aimed at enhancing investment tax credit transferability [12][16] - The company’s largest investment to date, the $1.2 billion SunZia project, is scheduled to fund in Q2 of the current year [13][6] Sustainability Efforts - The company reported avoided annual CO₂ emissions from new investments exceeded 1.7 million metric tons in 2025, bringing total emissions avoided to 10 million metric tons [21]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In 2025, the company closed $4.3 billion in new transactions, an increase of 87% compared to 2024, with a growing pipeline from over $5.5 billion at the end of Q1 to over $6.5 billion at the end of 2025 [6][10] - Adjusted EPS growth was 10.2% in 2025, reaching $2.70 per share, while adjusted recurring net investment income increased by 25% to $362 million [17][18] - Adjusted ROE rose by 70 basis points to 13.4% in 2025, with incremental ROE exceeding 19% [18][13] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported a significant increase in investment volumes, with $3.6 billion retained on the balance sheet, up approximately 140% year-over-year from $1.5 billion in 2024 [9] - The residential solar and storage sector continues to thrive, with a joint venture totaling $500 million with Sunrun, reflecting strong demand for affordable and resilient energy solutions [14] - The grid-connected business is benefiting from a growing renewables pipeline, primarily driven by solar and storage, which now exceeds $230 billion [11] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The underlying demand for power and the cost-effectiveness of the company's asset classes have created an attractive investing environment, with PPA rates increasing more than 40% over the past three years [10] - Renewables now comprise 99% of the projected capacity additions in 2026, indicating a strong market trend towards sustainable energy [11] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to enhance capital efficiency and profitability, with a focus on recycling capital to reduce the payout ratio to below 50% by 2028 and below 40% by 2030 [16] - The strategy includes expanding equity commitments in CCH1 and leveraging new funding sources to optimize returns and reduce reliance on new equity issuance [22][23] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the ongoing ability to achieve profitability objectives, with a three-year guidance extending to 2028, expecting adjusted EPS in the range of $3.50-$3.60 [15][16] - The company noted that while 2026 guidance is not explicitly provided, the strong pipeline and transaction closings suggest continued growth [32] Other Important Information - The company achieved a record of 1.7 million metric tons of avoided annual CO emissions from new investments in 2025, contributing to a total of 10 million metric tons avoided to date [24] - Significant investments in talent and technology have been made to position the business for further scale, exceeding $16 billion in managed assets [25] Q&A Session Summary Question: Outlook for 2028 and growth above 10% CAGR - Management highlighted the importance of management credibility and pathways to exceed guidance through increased volume and better yields [28][29] Question: Immediate outlook for 2026 - Management indicated that while they do not expect to reach $4.3 billion in transactions again, they anticipate being higher than historical closings [33] Question: Change in guidance strategy - The switch to nominal EPS guidance allows for more precise adjustments in future quarters, reflecting increased confidence in the business [39] Question: Impact of PPA renegotiations on earnings - Management noted that positive renegotiations of PPAs could lead to higher EPS than current guidance, as these renegotiations improve long-term cash flows [73][76] Question: Approach to data center financing - Management is evaluating potential roles in the data center ecosystem, recognizing the indirect involvement through demand-driven projects [81][82]

Earnings Presentation Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Forward Looking Statements Some of the information contained herein are forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. When used herein, words such as "believe," "expect," "anticipate," "estimate," "plan," "continue," "intend," "should," "may," "target," or similar expressions, are intended to identify such forward-looking statem ...

Financial Highlights - Adjusted Earnings per Share (EPS) was $0.64[7], while GAAP EPS was $0.44[7] - The company closed transactions exceeding $700 million[7] - New asset yields surpassed 10.5% in Q1 2025[7, 25] - Available liquidity stood at $1.3 billion as of March 31, 2025[7] - CCH funded assets reached $1 billion as of March 31, 2025[7] Portfolio and Pipeline - The company's 12-month pipeline is greater than $5.5 billion[18], diversified across Grid-Connected (GC) (30%)[19], Behind-the-Meter (BTM) (49%)[18], and Fuels, Transport, & Nature (FTN) (21%)[19] - Managed assets totaled $14.5 billion, with CCH assets at $1 billion[21] - The portfolio is diversified across Resi Solar (46%)[22], Public Sector (38%)[22], C&I (4%)[22], Community Solar (4%)[22], and Other (3%)[22] Guidance and Outlook - The company reaffirmed its guidance for a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 8-10% to Adjusted EPS in 2027, using a 2023 base year[8]