Core Viewpoint - Carlyle Secured Lending, Inc. plans to redeem all $85 million of its outstanding 8.20% Notes due 2028 on December 1, 2025, with a redemption price equal to 100% of the principal plus accrued interest [1] Company Overview - Carlyle Secured Lending, Inc. is a closed-end, non-diversified investment company regulated as a business development company under the Investment Company Act of 1940, focusing on generating current income and capital appreciation through senior secured debt investments in U.S. middle-market companies [3] - The company is managed by Carlyle Global Credit Investment Management L.L.C., a wholly owned subsidiary of Carlyle, leveraging Carlyle's extensive resources and expertise [3] Carlyle Group Overview - Carlyle Group is a global investment firm with $474 billion in assets under management as of September 30, 2025, operating across three segments: Global Private Equity, Global Credit, and Carlyle AlpInvest [4] - The firm employs over 2,400 people in 27 offices worldwide, aiming to invest wisely and create value for investors and communities [4]