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Form 10-Q Steele Creek Capital For: Jun 30

August 15, 2022 3:39 PM EDT
 

 

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

 

FORM 10-Q

 

(Mark One)

QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

 

For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2022

 

OR

 

TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

 

Commission File Number: 814-01351

 

STEELE CREEK CAPITAL CORPORATION

 

Maryland   85-1327288
(State or other jurisdiction of
incorporation or organization)
  (I.R.S. Employer
Identification No.)
     
210 S. College Street, Suite 1690, Charlotte,
North Carolina
  28244
(Address of principal executive offices)   (Zip Code)

 

(704) 343-6011

(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

 

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

 

Title of each class   Trading Symbol(s)   Name of each exchange on which
registered
None   None   None

 

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(g) of the Act: Common Stock, par value $0.001 per share

 

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days. Yes    No

 

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically every Interactive Data File required to be submitted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T (§232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit such files). Yes    No

 

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, a smaller reporting company, or an emerging growth company. See the definitions of “large accelerated filer,” “accelerated filer,” “smaller reporting company” and “emerging growth company” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.

 

Large accelerated filer Accelerated filer
Non-accelerated filer Smaller reporting company      
Emerging growth company           

 

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. 

 

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act). Yes    No

 

As of August 15, 2022, the registrant had 5,415,228 shares of common stock, $0.001 par value per share, outstanding.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

STEELE CREEK CAPITAL CORPORATION

 

TABLE OF CONTENTS

 

    Page
PART I. FINANCIAL INFORMATION 1
     
Item 1. Consolidated Financial Statements 1
     
  Consolidated Statements of Assets and Liabilities as of June 30, 2022 (unaudited) and December 31, 2021 1
     
  Consolidated Statements of Operations for the three and six months ended June 30, 2022 and 2021 (unaudited) 2
     
  Consolidated Statements of Changes in Net Assets for the three and six months ended  June 30, 2022 and 2021 (unaudited) 3
     
  Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the six months ended June 30, 2022 and 2021 (unaudited) 4
     
  Consolidated Schedules of Investments as of June 30, 2022 (unaudited) and December 31, 2021 5
     
  Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (unaudited) 15
     
Item 2. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations 26
     
Item 3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk 43
     
Item 4. Controls and Procedures 43
     
PART II. OTHER INFORMATION 44
     
Item 1. Legal Proceedings 44
     
Item 1A. Risk Factors 44
     
Item 2. Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds 44
     
Item 3. Defaults Upon Senior Securities 44
     
Item 4. Mine Safety Disclosures 44
     
Item 5. Other Information 44
     
Item 6. Exhibits 45
     
Signatures   46

 

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Part I. Financial Information

 

Item 1. Consolidated Financial Statements

 

Steele Creek Capital Corporation

Consolidated Statements of Assets and Liabilities

(in thousands, except per share data)

 

   June 30,
2022
   December 31,
2021
 
   (unaudited)     
Assets        
Investments:        
Non-controlled/non-affiliate company investments, at fair value (amortized cost of $139,722 and $106,443, respectively)  $131,581   $106,997 
Cash   15,121    8,449 
Receivable for investments sold   17,148    62,363 
Prepaid expenses and other assets   435    151 
Interest receivable   263    310 
Total assets  $164,548   $178,270 
           
Liabilities          
Credit facility   86,300    70,380 
Payable for investments purchased   28,165    58,872 
Management fees payable   143    269 
Interest payable   9    11 
Incentive fees payable   -    309 
Accounts payable and accrued expenses   529    312 
Directors’ fees payable   -    17 
Distributions payable   815    1,107 
Total liabilities   115,961    131,277 
           
Commitments and contingencies (Note 8)          
           
Net Assets:          
Common shares, $0.001 par value, 5,274,748 shares authorized, 5,274,748 and 4,311,321 shares issued and outstanding, respectively  $5   $4 
Paid-in-capital in excess of par value   56,921    46,633 
Total distributable earnings   (8,339)   356 
Total net assets  $48,587   $46,993 
           
Total liabilities and net assets  $164,548   $178,270 
           
Net asset value per share  $9.21   $10.90 

 

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements

 

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Steele Creek Capital Corporation

Consolidated Statement of Operations

(unaudited)

(in thousands, except per share data)

 

   Three months ended
June 30,
2022
   Six months ended
June 30,
2022
   Three months ended
June 30,
2021
   Six months ended
June 30,
2021
 
                 
Investment income:                
Non-controlled/non-affiliate company investments:                
Interest income  $1,805   $3,276   $899   $1,793 
Other income   -    -    6    15 
Total investment income   1,805    3,276    905    1,808 
                     
Expenses:                    
Management fees   414    845    451    740 
Interest and debt financing expenses   499    844    273    511 
Professional fees   79    157    139    298 
Incentive fees   -    (110)   95    205 
Offering costs - paid by Moelis Asset   -    -    39    99 
Administration expenses   55    103    37    75 
Directors’ fees   20    40    22    42 
Custody fees   8    15    8    15 
Organizational costs   -    -    -    36 
Organizational costs - paid by Moelis Asset   -    -    -    24 
Other general and administrative expenses   245    414    6    55 
Total expenses   1,320    2,308    1,070    2,100 
Less: management fees waived   (271)   (481)   (216)   (331)
Incentive fee waiver reversal   -    -    (70)   (135)
Net expenses   1,049    1,827    784    1,634 
Net investment income   756    1,449    121    174 
                     
Realized and unrealized (loss) gain on investments:                    
Net realized gain on non-controlled/non-affiliate company investments   59    166    597    1,325 
Net change in unrealized (depreciation) appreciation on non-controlled/non-affiliate company investments   (7,430)   (8,696)   37    40 
                     
Total net realized and unrealized (loss) gain on investments   (7,371)   (8,530)   634    1,365 
                     
Net (decrease) increase in net assets resulting from operations  $(6,615)  $(7,081)  $755   $1,539 
                     
Per share data:                    
Net investment income per share - basic and diluted  $0.15   $0.29   $0.04   $0.06 
Net (decrease) increase in net assets resulting from operations per share - basic and diluted  $(1.28)  $(1.42)  $0.25   $0.54 
Weighted average shares outstanding - basic and diluted   5,157    4,980    3,081    2,868 

 

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements

 

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Steele Creek Capital Corporation

Consolidated Statements of Changes in Net Assets

(unaudited)

(in thousands, except per share data)

 

   Three months ended
June 30,
2022
   Six months ended
June 30,
2022
   Three months ended
June 30,
2021
   Six months ended
June 30,
2021
 
Operations                
Net investment income  $756   $1,449   $121   $174 
Net realized gain on investments   59    166    597    1,325 
Net change in unrealized (depreciation) appreciation on investments   (7,430)   (8,696)   37    40 
Net (decrease) increase in net assets resulting from operations   (6,615)   (7,081)   755    1,539 
                     
Distributions to Stockholders                    
Distributions of realized income   (815)   (1,615)   (465)   (901)
                     
Capital Share Transactions                    
Issuance of common shares   3,182    10,290    11,808    12,608 
                     
Organizational and offering costs                    
Contributions for organizational and offering costs   -    -    -    36 
Deferred offering costs   -    -    39    86 
    -    -    39    122 
                     
Net Assets                    
Net (decrease) increase in net assets during the period   (4,248)   1,594    12,137    13,368 
Net assets at beginning of period   52,835    46,993    29,571    28,340 
Net assets at end of period   48,587    48,587    41,708    41,708 
                     
Capital Share Activity                    
Issuance of common shares   311    964    1,076    1,149 
Shares issued and outstanding at beginning of period   4,964    4,311    2,706    2,633 
Shares issued and outstanding at end of period   5,275    5,275    3,782    3,782 

 

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements

 

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Steele Creek Capital Corporation

Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows

(unaudited)

(in thousands, except per share data)

 

   Six months ended
June 30,
2022
   Six months ended
June 30,
2021
 
         
Cash flows from operating activities:        
Net (decrease) increase in net assets resulting from operations  $(7,081)  $1,539 
           
Adjustments to reconcile net increase in net assets resulting from operations to net cash provided by (used in) operating activities          
Purchase of investments   (119,872)   (312,303)
Proceeds from sales of investments and paydowns   86,862    270,591 
Payment in-kind interest income   -    (4)
Adjustment from Moelis Asset for organizational and offering costs   -    36 
Amortization of premium/accretion of discount, net   (104)   (78)
Net realized (gain) loss on investments   (166)   (1,325)
Net change in unrealized depreciation (appreciation) on investments   8,696    (40)
Changes in operating assets and liabilities:          
Receivable for investments sold   45,215    (65,913)
Prepaid expenses and other assets   (284)   38 
Interest receivable   47    (75)
Payable for investments purchased   (30,707)   77,898 
Management fees payable   (126)   236 
Interest payable   (2)   (34)
Inventive fees payable   (309)   69 
Accounts payable and accrued expenses   217    37 
Directors’ fees payable   (17)   4 
Net cash used in operating activities   (17,631)   (29,324)
           
Cash flows from financing activities:          
Proceeds from issuance of common shares   10,290    12,608 
Proceeds from issuance of debt   15,920    17,200 
Payments of offering costs   -    86 
Stockholder distributions paid   (1,907)   (862)
Payments of deferred financing costs   -    - 
Net cash provided by financing activities   24,303    29,032 
           
Net increase in Cash   6,672    (292)
Cash, beginning of period   8,449    3,206 
Cash, end of period  $15,121   $2,914 
           
Supplemental disclosure of Cash Flow Information:          
Operating Activities:          
Interest paid  $846   $545 

 

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements

 

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STEELE CREEK CAPITAL CORPORATION

Consolidated Schedule of Investments

June 30, 2022

(in thousands, except per share data)

 

Description (1)  Investment Type  Maturity  Interest Rate (2)   Basis Point Spread Above
Index (2)
  Interest Rate Floor /
Base Rate (2)
   Par Amount   Amortized Cost   Fair Value   % of Net Assets (3) 
Non-controlled/Non-Affiliate Investments -270.8% of Shareholder’s Equity (3)                                       
Investments made in United States Companies                                       
Aerospace & Defense                                       
Amentum Government Services Holdings LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  2/15/29   4.50%  S + 4.00%   0.50%   866    862    828    1.6%
HDT Holdco, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  6/30/27   6.50%  L + 5.75%   0.75%   541    527    508    1.0%
MAG DS Corp.  First Lien - Term Loan  4/1/27   6.50%  L + 5.50%   1.00%   931    894    856    1.8%
Peraton Corp.  First Lien - Term Loan  2/1/28   4.50%  L + 3.75%   0.75%   970    966    915    1.9%
Propulsion (BC) Midco SARL  First Lien - Term Loan  2/12/29   4.50%  S + 4.00%   0.50%   1,000    995    950    2.0%
Setanta Aircraft Leasing DAC  First Lien - Term Loan  11/2/28   2.00%  L + 2.00%   0.00%   1,000    998    954    2.0%
Spirit Aerosystems, Inc. (fka Mid-Western Aircraft Systems, Inc and Onex Wind Finance LP.)  First Lien - Term Loan  1/15/25   4.25%  L + 3.75%   0.50%   989    986    966    2.0%
Vertex Aerospace Services Corp.  First Lien - Term Loan  12/6/28   4.75%  L + 4.00%   0.75%   998    993    950    2.0%
Total Aerospace & Defense                           7,221    6,927    14.3%
                                        
Automotive                                       
Autokiniton US Holdings, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  4/6/28   5.00%  L + 4.50%   0.50%   1,491    1,479    1,379    2.9%
First Brands Group, LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  3/30/27   6.00%  L + 5.00%   1.00%   992    993    947    1.9%
Holley Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  11/17/28   4.50%  L + 3.75%   0.75%   934    935    884    1.8%
Total Automotive                           3,407    3,210    6.6%
                                        
Banking, Finance, Insurance & Real Estate                                       
AssuredPartners, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  2/12/27   4.00%  S + 3.50%   0.50%   998    995    933    1.9%
Baldwin Risk Partners, LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  10/14/27   4.00%  L + 3.50%   0.50%   1,102    1,090    1,051    2.2%
Blackstone Mortgage Trust, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  4/23/26   4.00%  S + 3.50%   0.50%   853    841    827    1.7%
Citadel Securities T/L B (01/21)  First Lien - Term Loan  2/2/28   2.50%  L + 2.50%   0.00%   1,247    1,205    1,203    2.5%
Deerfield Dakota Holding, LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  4/9/27   4.75%  S + 3.75%   1.00%   997    993    937    1.9%
DRW Holdings, LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  2/24/28   3.75%  L + 3.75%   0.00%   893    889    859    1.8%
FinCo I LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  6/27/25   2.50%  L + 2.50%   0.00%   491    491    469    1.0%
HIG Finance 2 Limited  First Lien - Term Loan  11/12/27   4.00%  L + 3.25%   0.75%   1,481    1,481    1,402    2.8%
IMA Financial Group, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  11/1/28   4.25%  L + 3.75%   0.50%   498    491    471    1.0%
Jane Street Group, LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  1/26/28   2.75%  L + 2.75%   0.00%   990    981    954    2.0%
KREF Holdings X LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  9/1/27   4.00%  L + 3.50%   0.50%   498    498    473    1.0%
LendingTree, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  9/15/28   4.50%  L + 3.75%   0.75%   1,500    1,487    1,411    2.8%
Newport Parent, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  12/10/27   7.50%  L + 6.50%   1.00%   481    465    464    1.0%
Paysafe Group Holdings II Limited  First Lien - Term Loan  6/28/28   3.25%  L + 2.75%   0.50%   995    963    918    1.9%
Resolute Investment Managers, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  4/30/24   5.25%  L + 4.25%   1.00%   706    702    660    1.4%
Russell Investments US Institutional Holdco, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  5/30/25   4.50%  L + 3.50%   1.00%   1,583    1,567    1,482    2.9%
Ryan Specialty Group, LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  9/1/27   3.75%  L + 3.00%   0.75%   494    496    476    1.0%
Total Banking, Finance, Insurance & Real Estate                           15,635    14,990    30.8%
                                        
Capital Equipment                                       
American Trailer World Corp.  First Lien - Term Loan  3/3/28   4.50%  L + 3.75%   0.75%   990    981    855    1.8%
DMT Solutions Global Corporation  First Lien - Term Loan  7/2/24   7.50%  L + 7.50%   0.00%   706    707    669    1.4%
DS Parent, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  12/10/28   6.50%  L + 5.75%   0.75%   975    947    938    1.9%
Energy Acquisition LP  First Lien - Term Loan  6/26/25   4.25%  L + 4.25%   0.00%   1,165    1,151    1,067    2.2%
Novae LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  12/22/28   5.75%  S + 5.00%   0.75%   776    769    734    1.5%
Novae LLC  First Lien - Delayed Draw Loan  12/22/28   5.75%  S + 5.00%   0.75%   222    220    210    0.4%
Total Capital Equipment                           4,775    4,473    9.2%
                                        
Chemicals, Plastics, & Rubber                                       
Albaugh, LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  2/16/29   4.75%  S + 3.75%   1.00%   208    206    200    0.4%
Bakelite UK Intermediate Ltd.  First Lien - Term Loan  5/29/29   4.50%  S + 4.00%   0.50%   1,000    995    932    1.9%

 

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STEELE CREEK CAPITAL CORPORATION

Consolidated Schedule of Investments

June 30, 2022

(in thousands, except per share data)

 

Description (1)  Investment Type  Maturity  Interest Rate (2)   Basis Point Spread
Above
Index (2)
  Interest Rate Floor /
Base Rate (2)
   Par Amount   Amortized Cost   Fair Value   % of Net Assets (3) 
DCG Acquisition Corp.  First Lien - Term Loan  9/30/26   4.50%  L + 4.50%   0.00%   1,234    1,237    1,160    2.4%
Sparta U.S. Holdco LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  8/2/28   4.25%  L + 3.50%   0.75%   498    495    476    1.0%
Total Chemicals, Plastics, & Rubber                           2,933    2,768    5.7%
                                        
Construction & Building                                       
Janus International Group, LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  2/12/25   4.25%  L + 3.25%   1.00%   890    892    844    1.7%
Michael Baker International, LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  12/1/28   5.75%  L + 5.00%   0.75%   995    986    970    2.0%
Smyrna Ready Mix Concrete, LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  3/23/29   4.75%  S + 4.25%   0.50%   1,250    1,213    1,159    2.4%
Total Construction & Building                           3,091    2,973    6.1%
                                        
Consumer Goods: Durable                                       
Hunter Douglas Holding B.V.  First Lien - Term Loan  2/26/29   4.00%  S + 3.50%   0.50%   1,000    995    865    1.8%
LHS Borrower, LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  2/16/29   5.25%  S + 4.75%   0.50%   998    988    864    1.8%
Mannington Mills, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  8/6/26   3.75%  L + 3.75%   0.00%   434    434    404    0.8%
Pelican Products, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  12/29/28   4.75%  L + 4.25%   0.50%   995    992    930    1.9%
Total Consumer Goods: Durable                           3,409    3,063    6.3%
                                        
Consumer Goods: Non-Durable                                       
Conair Holdings LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  5/17/28   4.25%  L + 3.75%   0.50%   1,143    1,138    962    2.0%
Total Consumer Goods: Non-Durable                           1,138    962    2.0%
                                        
Containers, Packaging & Glass                                       
Canister International Group Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  12/21/26   4.75%  L + 4.75%   0.00%   491    489    473    1.0%
Clydesdale Acquisition Holdings, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  4/13/29   4.75%  S + 4.25%   0.50%   1,500    1,463    1,408    2.9%
Pactiv Evergreen Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  9/22/28   4.00%  L + 3.50%   0.50%   995    967    935    1.9%
Plaze, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  8/3/26   4.50%  L + 3.75%   0.75%   664    657    621    1.3%
Sabert Corporation  First Lien - Term Loan  12/10/26   5.50%  L + 4.50%   1.00%   1,176    1,174    1,120    2.3%
Total Containers, Packaging & Glass                           4,750    4,557    9.4%
                                        
Energy: Electricity                                       
Astoria Energy LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  12/10/27   4.50%  L + 3.50%   1.00%   965    962    912    1.9%
Hamilton Projects Acquiror, LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  6/17/27   5.25%  L + 4.50%   0.75%   966    947    928    1.9%
Total Energy: Electricity                           1,909    1,840    3.8%
                                        
Energy: Oil & Gas                                       
AL NGPL Holdings, LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  4/14/28   4.75%  L + 3.75%   1.00%   707    712    690    1.4%
CQP Holdco LP  First Lien - Term Loan  6/5/28   4.25%  L + 3.75%   0.50%   1,238    1,232    1,170    2.4%
Lucid Energy Group II Borrower, LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  11/22/28   5.00%  L + 4.25%   0.75%   2,491    2,460    2,465    5.1%
Prairie ECI Acquiror LP  First Lien - Term Loan  3/11/26   4.75%  L + 4.75%   0.00%   500    491    469    1.0%
Total Energy: Oil & Gas                           4,895    4,794    9.9%
                                        
Forest Products & Paper                                       
Schweitzer-Mauduit International, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  4/20/28   4.50%  L + 3.75%   0.75%   990    982    941    1.9%
Total Forest Products & Paper                           982    941    1.9%
                                        
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals                                       
Alvogen Pharma US, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  12/29/23   6.25%  L + 5.25%   1.00%   950    927    839    1.7%
ANI Pharmaceuticals, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  11/19/27   6.75%  L + 6.00%   0.75%   995    983    957    2.0%
ASP Navigate Acquisition Corp.  First Lien - Term Loan  10/6/27   5.50%  L + 4.50%   1.00%   992    993    940    1.9%
Athletico Management, LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  2/15/29   4.75%  S + 4.25%   0.50%   500    484    476    1.0%
Aveanna Healthcare LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  7/17/28   4.25%  L + 3.75%   0.50%   403    402    357    0.7%
Aveanna Healthcare LLC (4)  First Lien - Delayed Draw Loan  7/17/28   4.25%  L + 3.75%   0.50%   94    -    (11)   0.0%

 

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STEELE CREEK CAPITAL CORPORATION

Consolidated Schedule of Investments

June 30, 2022

(in thousands, except per share data)

 

Description (1)  Investment Type  Maturity  Interest Rate (2)   Basis Point Spread
Above
Index (2)
  Interest Rate Floor /
Base Rate (2)
   Par Amount   Amortized Cost   Fair Value   % of Net Assets (3) 
Bayou Intermediate II, LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  8/2/28   5.25%  L + 4.50%   0.75%   995    991    948    2.0%
Carestream Dental Technology Parent Limited  First Lien - Term Loan  9/2/24   5.00%  L + 4.50%   0.50%   688    683    657    1.4%
CCRR Parent, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  3/6/28   4.50%  L + 3.75%   0.75%   988    983    934    1.9%
Confluent Health, LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  11/30/28   4.50%  L + 4.00%   0.50%   787    784    737    1.5%
Confluent Health, LLC (5)  First Lien - Delayed Draw Loan  11/30/28   4.50%  L + 4.00%   0.50%   170    33    22    0.0%
FC Compassus, LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  12/31/26   5.00%  L + 4.25%   0.75%   1,234    1,232    1,098    2.4%
Global Medical Response, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  10/2/25   5.25%  L + 4.25%   1.00%   493    486    459    0.9%
Golden State Buyer, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  6/21/26   5.50%  L + 4.75%   0.75%   953    946    899    1.8%
Help at Home, LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  10/29/27   6.00%  L + 5.00%   1.00%   877    866    841    1.7%
Help at Home, LLC  First Lien - Delayed Draw Loan  10/29/27   6.00%  L + 5.00%   1.00%   111    110    106    0.2%
Onex TSG Intermediate Corp.  First Lien - Term Loan  2/28/28   5.50%  L + 4.75%   0.75%   990    974    926    1.9%
PDS Holdco Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  8/18/28   5.25%  L + 4.50%   0.75%   1,354    1,348    1,269    2.6%
PDS Holdco Inc. (6)  First Lien - Delayed Draw Loan  8/18/28   5.25%  L + 4.50%   0.75%   138    134    125    0.3%
Revspring, Inc. (fka Dantom Systems, Inc.)  First Lien - Term Loan  10/11/25   4.25%  L + 4.25%   0.00%   1,011    1,005    971    2.0%
SCP Eye Care Services LLC (4)  First Lien - Delayed Draw Loan  3/16/28   5.25%  L + 4.50%   0.75%   148    -    (6)   0.0%
SCP Eye Care Services LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  3/16/28   5.25%  L + 4.50%   0.75%   844    842    808    1.7%
TTF Holdings, LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  3/31/28   5.00%  L + 4.25%   0.75%   635    631    611    1.3%
U.S. Anesthesia Partners, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  10/2/28   4.75%  L + 4.25%   0.50%   1,105    1,100    1,034    2.1%
US Radiology Specialists, Inc. (US Outpatient Imaging Services, Inc.)  First Lien - Term Loan  12/15/27   5.75%  L + 5.25%   0.50%   998    988    885    1.8%
Zelis Cost Management Buyer, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  9/30/26   3.50%  L + 3.50%   0.00%   422    419    398    0.8%
Zotec Partners, LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  2/14/24   4.75%  L + 3.75%   1.00%   14    14    14    0.0%
Total Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals                           18,358    17,294    35.6%
                                        
High Tech Industries                                       
Boxer Parent Company Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  10/2/25   3.75%  L + 3.75%   0.00%   166    157    155    0.3%
Casa Systems, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  12/20/23   5.00%  L + 4.00%   1.00%   1,488    1,488    1,416    2.9%
CE Intermediate I, LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  11/10/28   4.50%  L + 4.00%   0.50%   998    988    943    1.9%
ConnectWise, LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  9/29/28   4.00%  L + 3.50%   0.50%   995    991    914    1.9%
Ingram Micro Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  6/30/28   4.00%  L + 3.50%   0.50%   990    981    939    1.9%
LogMeIn, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  8/31/27   4.75%  L + 4.75%   0.00%   988    966    758    1.6%
Monotype Imaging Holdings Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  10/9/26   5.75%  L + 5.00%   0.75%   727    724    702    1.4%
Project Leopard Holdings, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  7/7/23   5.75%  L + 4.75%   1.00%   653    652    650    1.3%
Project Leopard Holdings, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  7/7/23   5.75%  L + 4.75%   1.00%   2,230    2,225    2,220    4.6%
Quest Software US Holdings Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  2/1/29   4.75%  S + 4.25%   0.50%   1,500    1,486    1,339    2.8%
Rocket Software, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  11/28/25   4.25%  L + 4.25%   0.00%   383    379    357    0.7%
Rocket Software, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  11/28/25   4.75%  L + 4.25%   0.50%   109    106    101    0.2%
Seattle SpinCo, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  2/26/27   4.50%  S + 4.00%   0.50%   1,209    1,198    1,103    2.3%
VeriFone Systems, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  8/20/25   4.00%  L + 4.00%   0.00%   1,392    1,377    1,259    2.6%
Vision Solutions, Inc. (Precisely Software Incorporated)  First Lien - Term Loan  4/24/28   4.75%  L + 4.00%   0.75%   991    989    901    1.9%
Watlow Electric Manufacturing Company  First Lien - Term Loan  3/2/28   4.25%  L + 3.75%   0.50%   346    344    325    0.7%
Total High Tech Industries                           15,051    14,082    29.0%
                                        
Hotel, Gaming & Leisure                                       
Arcis Golf LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  11/24/28   4.75%  L + 4.25%   0.50%   998    988    965    2.0%
Fertitta Entertainment, LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  1/29/29   4.50%  S + 4.00%   0.50%   998    995    923    1.9%
Herschend Entertainment Company, LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  8/28/28   4.25%  L + 3.75%   0.50%   200    198    191    0.4%
Sabre GLBL Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  12/17/27   4.00%  L + 3.50%   0.50%   440    439    413    0.8%
Sabre GLBL Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  12/17/27   4.00%  L + 3.50%   0.50%   276    275    259    0.5%
Scientific Games International, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  4/16/29   3.50%  S + 3.00%   0.50%   1,000    993    952    2.0%
United AirLines, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  4/21/28   4.50%  L + 3.75%   0.75%   988    983    923    1.9%
Total Hotel, Gaming & Leisure                           4,871    4,626    9.5%

 

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STEELE CREEK CAPITAL CORPORATION

Consolidated Schedule of Investments

June 30, 2022

(in thousands, except per share data)

 

Description (1)     Investment Type  Maturity  Interest Rate (2)   Basis Point Spread
Above
Index (2)
  Interest Rate Floor /
Base
Rate (2)
   Par Amount   Amortized Cost   Fair Value   % of Net Assets (3)  
Media: Advertising, Printing & Publishing                                 
Oceankey (U.S.) II Corp.  First Lien - Term Loan  12/15/28   4.00%  L + 3.50%   0.50%   998    988    943    1.9%
Thryv, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  3/1/26   9.50%  L + 8.50%   1.00%   1,071    1,066    1,050    2.2%
Total Media: Advertising, Printing & Publishing                           2,054    1,993    4.1%
                                        
Media: Broadcasting & Subscription                                       
LCPR Loan Financing LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  10/16/28   3.75%  L + 3.75%   0.00%   500    502    485    1.0%
Sinclair Television Group, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  4/13/29   3.75%  S + 3.75%   0.00%   750    728    694    1.4%
Total Media: Broadcasting & Subscription                           1,230    1,179    2.4%
                                        
Retail                                       
Apro, LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  11/14/26   4.50%  L + 3.75%   0.75%   1,333    1,326    1,250    2.6%
EG Group Limited  First Lien - Delayed Draw Loan  3/31/26   4.75%  L + 4.25%   0.50%   992    985    942    1.9%
Great Outdoors Group, LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  3/6/28   4.50%  L + 3.75%   0.75%   985    981    901    1.9%
Rent-A-Center, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  2/17/28   3.75%  L + 3.25%   0.50%   584    584    528    1.1%
Total Retail                           3,876    3,621    7.5%
                                        
Services: Business                                       
Access CIG, LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  2/27/25   3.75%  L + 3.75%   0.00%   1,359    1,351    1,287    2.7%
Ahead DB Holdings, LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  10/18/27   4.50%  L + 3.75%   0.75%   990    990    934    1.9%
Artera Services, LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  3/6/25   4.50%  L + 3.50%   1.00%   990    984    788    1.6%
Congruex Group LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  5/3/29   6.50%  S + 5.75%   0.75%   1,000    975    965    2.0%
DTI Holdco, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  4/26/29   5.50%  S + 4.75%   0.75%   1,250    1,226    1,174    2.4%
Energize Holdco LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  12/8/28   4.25%  L + 3.75%   0.50%   875    871    826    1.7%
Go Daddy Operating Company, LLC (GD Finance Co, Inc.)  First Lien - Term Loan  8/10/27   2.00%  L + 2.00%   0.00%   1,496    1,446    1,442    3.0%
Indy US Bidco, LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  3/6/28   3.75%  L + 3.75%   0.00%   494    492    460    0.9%
Mermaid Bidco Inc. (Datasite)  First Lien - Term Loan  12/22/27   4.25%  L + 3.50%   0.75%   991    988    922    1.9%
Misys Limited  First Lien - Term Loan  6/13/24   4.50%  L + 3.50%   1.00%   994    996    899    1.8%
Phoenix Services International LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  3/1/25   4.75%  L + 3.75%   1.00%   1,466    1,462    1,114    2.3%
Pitney Bowes Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  3/17/28   4.00%  L + 4.00%   0.00%   988    979    946    1.9%
Presidio Holdings Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  1/22/27   3.50%  L + 3.50%   0.00%   1,000    1,000    950    2.0%
Sitel Group  First Lien - Term Loan  8/28/28   4.25%  L + 3.75%   0.50%   1,489    1,482    1,435    3.0%
Skopima Consilio Parent LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  5/12/28   4.50%  L + 4.00%   0.50%   993    987    912    1.9%
Tempo Acquisition, LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  8/31/28   3.50%  S + 3.00%   0.50%   993    990    943    1.9%
UST Global Inc  First Lien - Term Loan  11/20/28   4.25%  L + 3.75%   0.50%   995    990    951    2.0%
VM Consolidated, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  3/26/28   3.25%  L + 3.25%   0.00%   2    2    2    0.0%
Total Services: Business                           18,211    16,950    34.9%
                                        
Services: Consumer                                       
Cimpress plc  First Lien - Term Loan  5/17/28   4.00%  L + 3.50%   0.50%   990    982    919    1.9%
St. George’s University Scholastic Services T/L B (06/21)     2/10/29   3.75%  L + 3.25%   0.50%   249    238    236    0.5%
WW International, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  4/13/28   4.00%  L + 3.50%   0.50%   945    941    750    1.5%
Total Services: Consumer                           2,161    1,905    3.9%
                                        
Telecommunications                                       
Avaya Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  12/15/27   4.25%  L + 4.25%   0.00%   850    840    638    1.3%
CCI Buyer, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  12/17/27   4.75%  L + 4.00%   0.75%   988    980    904    1.9%
ConvergeOne Holdings, Corp.  First Lien - Term Loan  1/4/26   5.00%  L + 5.00%   0.00%   1,481    1,459    1,274    2.5%
Digi International Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  11/1/28   5.50%  L + 5.00%   0.50%   838    823    808    1.7%
Mavenir Systems, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  8/18/28   5.25%  L + 4.75%   0.50%   1,496    1,483    1,399    2.9%
Maxar Technologies Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  6/14/29   4.75%  S + 4.25%   0.50%   1,000    955    951    2.0%
Plantronics, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  7/2/25   2.50%  L + 2.50%   0.00%   577    571    569    1.2%
Syniverse Holdings, LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  5/13/27   7.50%  S + 7.00%   0.50%   1,000    960    889    1.8%
Venga Finance S.a r.l.  First Lien - Term Loan  12/3/28   5.50%  L + 4.75%   0.75%   1,000    970    935    1.9%
Zayo Group Holdings, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  3/9/27   3.00%  L + 3.00%   0.00%   1,000    996    926    1.9%
Total Telecommunications                           10,037    9,293    19.1%

 

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STEELE CREEK CAPITAL CORPORATION

Consolidated Schedule of Investments

June 30, 2022

(in thousands, except per share data)

 

Description (1)    Investment Type  Maturity  Interest Rate (2)   Basis Point Spread
Above
Index (2)
   Interest Rate Floor /
Base Rate (2)
   Par Amount    Amortized Cost   Fair Value   % of Net Assets(3) 
Transportation: Cargo                                 
Carriage Purchaser, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  9/30/28   5.00%  L + 4.25%   0.75%   993    988    910    1.9%
Daseke Companies, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  3/9/28   4.75%  L + 4.00%   0.75%   988    983    923    1.9%
Echo Global Logistics, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  11/23/28   4.25%  L + 3.75%   0.50%   998    995    934    1.9%
Kenan Advantage Group, Inc.,The  Second Lien - Term Loan  9/1/27   8.00%  L + 7.25%   0.75%   1,000    983    915    1.9%
Stonepeak Taurus Lower Holdings LLC  Second Lien - Term Loan  1/28/30   7.50%  S + 7.00%   0.50%   2,000    1,972    1,860    3.8%
Total Transportation: Cargo                           5,921    5,542    11.4%
                                        
Transportation: Consumer                                       
Avolon TLB Borrower 1 (US) LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  12/1/27   2.75%  L + 2.25%   0.50%   616    597    587    1.2%
First Student Bidco Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  7/21/28   3.50%  L + 3.00%   0.50%   363    362    326    0.7%
First Student Bidco Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  7/21/28   3.50%  L + 3.00%   0.50%   135    134    121    0.2%
Safe Fleet Holdings LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  2/16/29   4.25%  S + 3.75%   0.50%   641    638    601    1.2%
Total Transportation: Consumer                           1,731    1,635    3.3%
                                        
Utilities: Electric                                       
PG&E Corporation  First Lien - Term Loan  6/23/25   3.50%  L + 3.00%   0.50%   490    488    464    1.0%
Total Utilities: Electric                           488    464    1.0%
                                        
Utilities: Oil & Gas                                       
AL GCX Holdings, LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  5/17/29   4.25%  S + 3.75%   0.50%   90    90    88    0.2%
Total Utilities: Oil & Gas                           90    88    0.2%
                                        
Total Investments made in United States Companies                           138,224    130,170    267.9%
                                        
Investments made in Luxembourg Companies                                       
Containers, Packaging & Glass                                       
Mar Bidco S.a r.l.  First Lien - Term Loan  6/28/28   4.75%  L + 4.25%   0.50%   14    14    13    0.0%
Total Containers, Packaging & Glass                           14    13    0.0%
                                        
Telecommunications                                       
Zacapa S.a r.l.  First Lien - Term Loan  3/22/29   4.75%  S + 4.25%   0.50%   1,489    1,484    1,398    2.9%
Total Telecommunications                           1,484    1,398    2.9%
                                        
Total Investments made in Luxembourg Companies                           1,498    1,411    2.9%
                                        
Total Non-controlled/Non-Affiliate Investments                          $139,722   $131,581    270.8%

 

 

(1)All investments are non-controlled/non-affiliated investments as defined by the Investment Company Act of 1940 (the “1940 Act”). The provisions of the 1940 Act classify investments based on the level of control that the Company maintains in a particular portfolio company. As defined in the 1940 Act, a company is generally presumed to be “non-controlled” when the Company owns 25% or less of the portfolio company’s voting securities and “controlled” when the Company owns more than 25% of the portfolio company’s voting securities. The provisions of the 1940 Act also classify investments further based on the level of ownership that the Company maintains in a particular portfolio company. As defined in the 1940 Act, a company is generally deemed as “non-affiliated” when the Company owns less than 5% of a portfolio company’s voting securities and “affiliated” when the Company owns 5% or more of a portfolio company’s voting securities.

(2)The majority of the investments bear interest at a rate that may be determined by reference to London Interbank Offered Rate (“LIBOR” or “L”) which reset monthly or quarterly. For each such investment, the Fund has provided the spread over LIBOR and the current contractual interest rate in effect at June 30, 2022. As of June 30, 2022, rates for 1M L, 3M L and 6M L are 1.79%, 2.29%, and 2.94% respectively. Due to uncertainties with LIBOR, investments are starting to transition from LIBOR to Secured Overnight Financing Rate (“SOFR” or “S”). As of June 30, 2022, rates for 1M S, 3M S and 6M S are 1.69%, 2.12%, and 2.63% respectively.

(3)Percentages are based on net assets of $48,587 as of June 30, 2022.

(4)Position or portion thereof is an unfunded loan commitment, and no interest is being earned on the unfunded portion. The investment may be subject to an unused/letter of credit facility fee.

(5)Of the entire $169,752 commitment to Confluent Health, LLC, $136,650 was unfunded as of June 30, 2022.

(6)Of the entire $138,354 commitment to PDS Holdco, Inc., $4,167 was unfunded as of June 30, 2022.

 

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements

 

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STEELE CREEK CAPITAL CORPORATION

Consolidated Schedule of Investments

December 31, 2021

(in thousands, except per share data)

 

Description (1)    Investment Type  Maturity  Interest Rate (2)   Basis Point Spread Above
Index (2)
  Interest Rate Floor /
Base Rate (2)
   Par Amount   Amortized Cost   Fair Value   % of Net Assets(3) 
Non-controlled/Non-Affiliate Investments - 227.70% of Shareholder’s Equity (3)                                 
Investments made in United States Companies                                 
Aerospace & Defense                                 
Amentum Government Services Holdings LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  2/1/27   5.50%  L + 4.75%   0.75%   993   $976   $994    2.1%
HDT Holdco, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  6/30/27   6.50%  L + 5.75%   0.75%   975    947    966    2.1%
MAG DS Corp.  First Lien - Term Loan  4/1/27   6.50%  L + 5.50%   1.00%   953    913    877    1.9%
Peraton Corp.  First Lien - Term Loan  2/1/28   4.50%  L + 3.75%   0.75%   993    988    995    2.1%
Setanta Aircraft Leasing DAC  First Lien - Term Loan  11/2/28   2.14%  L + 2.00%   0.14%   1,000    998    1,001    2.1%
Spirit Aerosystems, Inc. (fka Mid-Western Aircraft Systems, Inc and Onex Wind Finance LP.)  First Lien - Term Loan  1/15/25   4.25%  L + 3.75%   0.50%   994    991    996    2.1%
Vertex Aerospace Services Corp.  First Lien - Term Loan  12/6/28   4.75%  L + 4.00%   0.75%   1,000    995    1,000    2.1%
Total Aerospace & Defense                           6,808    6,829    14.5%
                                        
Automotive                                       
Autokiniton US Holdings, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  4/6/28   5.00%  L + 4.50%   0.50%   995    993    998    2.1%
First Brands Group, LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  3/30/27   6.00%  L + 5.00%   1.00%   997    997    1,004    2.2%
Total Automotive                           1,990    2,002    4.3%
                                        
Banking, Finance, Insurance & Real Estate                                       
Baldwin Risk Partners, LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  10/14/27   4.00%  L + 3.50%   0.50%   1,108    1,094    1,103    2.4%
DRW Holdings, LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  2/24/28   3.85%  L + 3.75%   0.10%   902    898    900    1.9%
FinCo I LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  6/27/25   2.60%  L + 2.50%   0.10%   494    493    493    1.0%
HIG Finance 2 Limited  First Lien - Term Loan  11/12/27   4.00%  L + 3.25%   0.75%   1,489    1,489    1,484    3.2%
Jane Street Group, LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  1/26/28   2.85%  L + 2.75%   0.10%   995    986    989    2.1%
KREF Holdings X LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  9/1/27   3.69%  L + 3.50%   0.19%   500    500    501    1.1%
LendingTree, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  8/24/28   4.15%  L + 4.00%   0.15%   1,500   $(14)   1    0.0%
Newport Parent, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  12/10/27   7.50%  L + 6.50%   1.00%   488    470    490    1.0%
Resolute Investment Managers, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  4/30/24   5.25%  L + 4.25%   1.00%   711    706    713    1.5%
Russell Investments US Institutional Holdco, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  5/30/25   4.50%  L + 3.50%   1.00%   1,000    991    1,001    2.1%
Ryan Specialty Group, LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  9/1/27   3.75%  L + 3.00%   0.75%   496    498    497    1.1%
Total Banking, Finance, Insurance & Real Estate                           8,111    8,172    17.4%
                                        
Capital Equipment                                       
American Trailer World Corp.  First Lien - Term Loan  3/3/28   4.50%  L + 3.75%   0.75%   995    996    993    2.1%
DMT Solutions Global Corporation  First Lien - Term Loan  7/2/24   8.50%  L + 7.50%   1.00%   728    730    713    1.5%
DS Parent, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  12/10/28   6.50%  L + 5.75%   0.75%   2,000    1,940    1,955    4.2%
Energy Acquisition LP  First Lien - Term Loan  6/26/25   4.35%  L + 4.25%   0.10%   1,169    1,153    1,162    2.5%
Total Capital Equipment                           4,819    4,823    10.3%

 

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STEELE CREEK CAPITAL CORPORATION

Consolidated Schedule of Investments

December 31, 2021

(in thousands, except per share data)

 

Description (1)    Investment Type  Maturity  Interest Rate (2)   Basis Point Spread Above
Index (2)
  Interest Rate Floor /
Base Rate (2)
   Par Amount   Amortized Cost   Fair Value   % of Net Assets(3) 
Chemicals, Plastics, & Rubber                                 
DCG Acquisition Corp.  First Lien - Term Loan  9/30/26   4.60%  L + 4.50%   0.10%   241    241    241    0.4%
LSF11 A5 Holdco LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  10/15/28   4.25%  L + 3.75%   0.50%   500    500    500    1.1%
Sparta U.S. Holdco LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  4/28/28   4.25%  L + 3.50%   0.75%   500    498    501    1.1%
Total Chemicals, Plastics, & Rubber                           1,239    1,242    2.6%
                                        
Construction & Building                                       
Janus International Group, LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  2/12/25   4.25%  L + 3.25%   1.00%   895    897    895    2.0%
Michael Baker International, LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  12/1/28   5.75%  L + 5.00%   0.75%   1,000    990    1,010    2.1%
Total Construction & Building                           1,887    1,905    4.1%
                                        
Consumer Goods: Durable                                       
Mannington Mills, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  8/6/26   3.97%  L + 3.75%   0.22%   436    436    436    0.9%
Pelican Products, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  12/29/28   4.75%  L + 4.25%   0.50%   1,000    996    997    2.1%
Total Consumer Goods: Durable                           1,432    1,433    3.0%
                                        
Consumer Goods: Non-Durable                                       
Conair Holdings LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  5/17/28   4.25%  L + 3.75%   0.50%   748    745    749    1.6%
Total Consumer Goods: Non-Durable                           745    749    1.6%
                                        
Containers, Packaging & Glass                                       
Canister International Group Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  12/21/26   4.85%  L + 4.75%   0.10%   494    492    496    1.1%
Plaze, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  8/3/26   4.50%  L + 3.75%   0.75%   668    659    663    1.4%
Sabert Corporation  First Lien - Term Loan  11/26/26   5.50%  L + 4.50%   1.00%   706    702    707    1.5%
Total Containers, Packaging & Glass                           1,853    1,866    4.0%
                                        
Energy: Electricity                                       
Astoria Energy LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  12/10/27   4.50%  L + 3.50%   1.00%   983    979    982    2.1%
Hamilton Projects Acquiror, LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  6/17/27   5.50%  L + 4.50%   1.00%   985    965    986    2.1%
Total Energy: Electricity                           1,944    1,968    4.2%
                                        
Energy: Oil & Gas                                       
AL NGPL Holdings, LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  4/14/28   4.75%  L + 3.75%   1.00%   748    753    754    1.6%
ChampionX Holding Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  6/3/27   6.00%  L + 5.00%   1.00%   925    918    938    2.0%
CQP Holdco LP  First Lien - Term Loan  6/5/28   4.25%  L + 3.75%   0.50%   1,244    1,238    1,243    2.6%
Lucid Energy Group II Borrower, LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  11/22/28   5.00%  L + 4.25%   0.75%   1,000    990    990    2.2%
Navitas Midstream Midland Basin, LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  12/13/24   4.75%  L + 4.00%   0.75%   755    753    755    1.6%
Prairie ECI Acquiror LP  First Lien - Term Loan  3/11/26   4.85%  L + 4.75%   0.10%   500    490    485    1.0%
Total Energy: Oil & Gas                           5,142    5,165    11.0%
                                        
Forest Products & Paper                                       
Schweitzer-Mauduit International, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  2/9/28    4.50%  L + 3.75%   0.75%   995    986    994    2.1%
Total Forest Products & Paper                           986    994    2.1%
                                        
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals                                       
Alvogen Pharma US, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  12/29/23   6.25%  L + 5.25%   1.00%   975    944    935    2.0%
ANI Pharmaceuticals, Inc.  First Lien - Term Loan  5/24/27   6.75%  L + 6.00%   0.75%   1,000    987    1,005    2.1%
ASP Navigate Acquisition Corp.  First Lien - Term Loan  10/6/27   5.50%  L + 4.50%   1.00%   997    997    1,002    2.1%
Aveanna Healthcare LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  6/30/28   4.25%  L + 3.75%   0.50%   405    403    403    0.9%
Aveanna Healthcare LLC (5)  First Lien - Delayed Draw Loan  6/30/28   4.25%  L + 3.75%   0.50%   94    -    -    0.0%
Bayou Intermediate II, LLC  First Lien - Term Loan  5/15/28   5.25%  L + 4.50%   0.75%   1,000    995    1,005    2.1%
Carestream Dental Technology Parent Limited  First Lien - Term Loan  9/2/24   5.00%  L + 4.50%   0.50%   1,000    990    1,000    2.1%

 

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STEELE CREEK CAPITAL CORPORATION

Consolidated Schedule of Investments

December 31, 2021

(in thousands, except per share data)

 

Description (1)     Investment Type   Maturity   Interest Rate (2)     Basis Point Spread Above
Index (2)
  Interest Rate Floor /
Base Rate (2)
    Par Amount     Amortized Cost     Fair Value     % of Net Assets(3)  
CCRR Parent, Inc.   First Lien - Term Loan   3/6/28     4.50 %   L + 3.75%     0.75 %     992       988       993       2.1 %
Confluent Health, LLC   First Lien - Term Loan   11/30/28     4.10 %   L + 4.00%     0.10 %     789       785       790       1.7 %
Confluent Health, LLC (5)   First Lien - Delayed Draw Loan   11/30/28     4.10 %   L + 4.00%     0.10 %     170       -       -       0.0 %
FC Compassus, LLC   First Lien - Term Loan   12/31/26     5.00 %   L + 4.25%     0.75 %     990       988       991       2.1 %
Global Medical Response, Inc.   First Lien - Term Loan   9/24/25     5.25 %   L + 4.25%     1.00 %     495       487       494       1.1 %
Golden State Buyer, Inc.   First Lien - Term Loan   6/22/26     5.50 %   L + 4.75%     0.75 %     995       987       992       2.1 %
Help at Home, LLC   First Lien - Delayed Draw Loan   10/22/27     6.00 %   L + 5.00%     1.00 %     112       110       112       0.2 %
Help at Home, LLC   First Lien - Term Loan   10/20/27     6.00 %   L + 5.00%     1.00 %     881       870       882       1.9 %
Onex TSG Intermediate Corp.   First Lien - Term Loan   2/28/28     5.50 %   L + 4.75%     0.75 %     995       977       996       2.1 %
PDS Holdco Inc.   First Lien - Term Loan   8/18/28     5.25 %   L + 4.50%     0.75 %     1,361       1,354       1,363       3.0 %
PDS Holdco Inc. (4)   First Lien - Delayed Draw Loan   8/18/28     5.25 %   L + 4.50%     0.75 %     139       58       59       0.1 %
Revspring, Inc. (fka Dantom Systems, Inc.)   First Lien - Term Loan   10/3/25     4.47 %   L + 4.25%     0.22 %     515       513       517       1.1 %
SCP Eye Care Services LLC   First Lien - Term Loan   3/16/28     5.25 %   L + 4.50%     0.75 %     848       846       851       1.8 %
SCP Eye Care Services LLC (5)   First Lien - Delayed Draw Loan   3/16/28     4.65 %   L + 4.50%     0.15 %     148       -       -       0.0 %
TTF Holdings, LLC   First Lien - Term Loan   3/31/28     5.00 %   L + 4.25%     0.75 %     699       695       701       1.5 %
U.S. Anesthesia Partners, Inc.   First Lien - Term Loan   10/2/28     4.75 %   L + 4.25%     0.50 %     998       993       996       2.1 %
US Radiology Specialists, Inc. (US Outpatient Imaging Services, Inc.)   First Lien - Term Loan   12/15/27     5.75 %   L + 5.25%     0.50 %     1,000       993       1,001       2.1 %
Zotec Partners, LLC   First Lien - Term Loan   2/14/24     4.75 %   L + 3.75%     1.00 %     496       498       496       1.1 %
Total Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals                                         17,458       17,584       37.4 %
                                                             
High Tech Industries                                                            
Casa Systems, Inc.   First Lien - Term Loan   12/20/23     5.00 %   L + 4.00%     1.00 %     1,496       1,496       1,465       3.1 %
CE Intermediate I, LLC   First Lien - Term Loan   11/10/28     4.50 %   L + 4.00%     0.50 %     1,000       990       994       2.1 %
ConnectWise, LLC   First Lien - Term Loan   9/29/28     4.00 %   L + 3.50%     0.50 %     1,000       995       999       2.1 %
Ingram Micro Inc.   First Lien - Term Loan   6/30/28     4.00 %   L + 3.50%     0.50 %     995       985       997       2.1 %
LogMeIn, Inc.   First Lien - Term Loan   8/31/27     4.86 %   L + 4.75%     0.11 %     990       970       986       2.1 %
Monotype Imaging Holdings Inc.   First Lien - Term Loan   10/9/26     5.75 %   L + 5.00%     0.75 %     998       993       1,000       2.1 %
Quest Software US Holdings Inc.   Second Lien - Term Loan   5/18/26     8.38 %   L + 8.25%     0.13 %     610       611       611       1.3 %
Rocket Software, Inc.   First Lien - Term Loan   11/28/25     4.75 %   L + 4.25%     0.50 %     109       107       109       0.3 %
Rocket Software, Inc.   First Lien - Term Loan   11/28/25     4.35 %   L + 4.25%     0.10 %     385       381       383       0.8 %
Ultra Clean Holdings, Inc.   First Lien - Term Loan   8/27/25     3.85 %   L + 3.75%     0.10 %     442       440       443       1.0 %
VeriFone Systems, Inc.   First Lien - Term Loan   8/20/25     4.18 %   L + 4.00%     0.18 %     1,487       1,469       1,464       3.1 %
Vision Solutions, Inc. (Precisely Software Incorporated)   First Lien - Term Loan   4/24/28     4.75 %   L + 4.00%     0.75 %     1,496       1,489       1,496       3.2 %
Watlow Electric Manufacturing Company   First Lien - Term Loan   3/2/28     4.25 %   L + 3.75%     0.50 %     347       346       347       0.7 %
Total High Tech Industries                                         11,272       11,294       24.0 %
                                                             
Hotel, Gaming & Leisure                                                            
Arcis Golf LLC   First Lien - Term Loan   11/20/28     4.75 %   L + 4.25%     0.50 %     1,000       990       1,005       2.2 %
Herschend Entertainment Company, LLC   First Lien - Term Loan   8/28/28     4.25 %   L + 3.75%     0.50 %     201       199       201       0.4 %
Sabre GLBL Inc.   First Lien - Term Loan   12/17/27     4.00 %   L + 3.50%     0.50 %     277       277       274       0.6 %
Sabre GLBL Inc.   First Lien - Term Loan   12/17/27     4.00 %   L + 3.50%     0.50 %     442       441       437       0.9 %
United AirLines, Inc.   First Lien - Term Loan   4/21/28     4.50 %   L + 3.75%     0.75 %     993       988       998       2.1 %
Total Hotel, Gaming & Leisure                                         2,895       2,915       6.2 %
                                                             
Media: Advertising, Printing & Publishing                                                            
Oceankey (U.S.) II Corp.   First Lien - Term Loan   12/15/28     4.00 %   L + 3.50%     0.50 %     1,000       990       998       2.1 %
Thryv, Inc.   First Lien - Term Loan   3/2/26     9.50 %   L + 8.50%     1.00 %     387       377       394       0.9 %
Total Media: Advertising, Printing & Publishing                                         1,367       1,392       3.0 %
                                                             
Media: Broadcasting & Subscription                                                            
LCPR Loan Financing LLC   First Lien - Term Loan   10/16/28     3.86 %   L + 3.75%     0.11 %     500       502       503       1.1 %
Total Media: Broadcasting & Subscription                                         502       503       1.1 %

 

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STEELE CREEK CAPITAL CORPORATION

Consolidated Schedule of Investments

December 31, 2021

(in thousands, except per share data)

 

Description (1)     Investment Type   Maturity   Interest Rate (2)     Basis Point Spread Above
Index (2)
  Interest Rate Floor /
Base Rate (2)
    Par Amount     Amortized Cost     Fair Value     % of Net Assets(3)  
Metals & Mining                                                
U.S. Silica Company   First Lien - Term Loan   5/1/25     5.00 %   L + 4.00%     1.00 %     496       477       486       1.0 %
Total Metals & Mining                                         477       486       1.0 %
                                                             
Retail                                                            
Apro, LLC   First Lien - Term Loan   11/14/26     4.50 %   L + 3.75%     0.75 %     1,340       1,331       1,342       2.9 %
EG Group Limited   First Lien - Delayed Draw Loan   3/31/26     4.75 %   L + 4.25%     0.50 %     995       987       1,003       2.1 %
Great Outdoors Group, LLC   First Lien - Term Loan   3/6/28     4.50 %   L + 3.75%     0.75 %     990       985       992       2.1 %
Rent-A-Center, Inc.   First Lien - Term Loan   2/17/28     3.75 %   L + 3.25%     0.50 %     587       587       587       1.3 %
Total Retail                                         3,890       3,924       8.4 %
                                                             
Services: Business                                                            
Access CIG, LLC   First Lien - Term Loan   2/27/25     3.84 %   L + 3.75%     0.09 %     363       362       362       0.8 %
Ahead DB Holdings, LLC   First Lien - Term Loan   10/18/27     4.50 %   L + 3.75%     0.75 %     995       995       998       2.1 %
Artera Services, LLC   First Lien - Term Loan   3/6/25     4.50 %   L + 3.50%     1.00 %     995       988       966       2.1 %
Energize Holdco LLC   First Lien - Term Loan   12/8/28     4.25 %   L + 3.75%     0.50 %     877       873       874       1.9 %
Indy US Bidco, LLC   First Lien - Term Loan   3/6/28     3.85 %   L + 3.75%     0.10 %     496       494       496       1.1 %
Mermaid Bidco Inc. (Datasite)   First Lien - Term Loan   12/22/27     4.50 %   L + 3.75%     0.75 %     996       993       1,000       2.1 %
Phoenix Services International LLC   First Lien - Term Loan   3/3/25     4.75 %   L + 3.75%     1.00 %     992       989       987       2.1 %
Pitney Bowes Inc.   First Lien - Term Loan   3/17/28     4.11 %   L + 4.00%     0.11 %     993       983       994       2.1 %
Presidio Holdings Inc.   First Lien - Term Loan   1/22/27     3.63 %   L + 3.50%     0.13 %     1,005       1,006       1,006       2.1 %
Sitel Group   First Lien - Term Loan   8/28/28     4.25 %   L + 3.75%     0.50 %     1,496       1,489       1,498       3.2 %
Skopima Consilio Parent LLC   First Lien - Term Loan   5/12/28     4.50 %   L + 4.00%     0.50 %     997       991       993       2.1 %
Tempo Acquisition, LLC   First Lien - Term Loan   8/31/28     3.50 %   L + 3.00%     0.50 %     998       995       1,002       2.1 %
UST Global Inc   First Lien - Term Loan   11/20/28     4.25 %   L + 3.75%     0.50 %     1,000       995       1,000       2.1 %
Total Services: Business                                         12,153       12,176       25.9 %
                                                             
Services: Consumer                                                            
Cimpress plc   First Lien - Term Loan   5/17/28     4.00 %   L + 3.50%     0.50 %     995       986       996       2.1 %
WW International, Inc.   First Lien - Term Loan   4/13/28     4.00 %   L + 3.50%     0.50 %     945       941       937       2.0 %
Total Services: Consumer                                         1,927       1,933       4.1 %
                                                             
Telecommunications                                                            
Avaya Inc.   First Lien - Term Loan   12/15/27     4.36 %   L + 4.25%     0.11 %     850       839       854       1.8 %
CCI Buyer, Inc.   First Lien - Term Loan   12/17/27     4.50 %   L + 3.75%     0.75 %     992       984       995       2.1 %
ConvergeOne Holdings, Corp.   First Lien - Term Loan   1/4/26     5.10 %   L + 5.00%     0.10 %     1,489       1,464       1,461       3.1 %
Digi International Inc.   First Lien - Term Loan   12/22/28     5.50 %   L + 5.00%     0.50 %     857       840       851       1.8 %
Mavenir Systems, Inc.   First Lien - Term Loan   8/18/28     5.25 %   L + 4.75%     0.50 %     1,500       1,485       1,502       3.2 %
Plantronics, Inc.   First Lien - Term Loan   7/2/25     2.60 %   L + 2.50%     0.10 %     1,000       988       981       2.1 %
Syniverse Holdings, Inc.   Second Lien - Term Loan   3/9/23     10.00 %   L + 9.00%     1.00 %     1,250       1,252       1,243       2.7 %
Syniverse Holdings, Inc.   First Lien - Term Loan   3/9/23     6.00 %   L + 5.00%     1.00 %     495       489       493       1.0 %
Venga Finance S.a r.l.   First Lien - Term Loan   12/4/28     5.50 %   L + 4.75%     0.75 %     1,000       970       983       2.1 %
Zayo Group Holdings, Inc.   First Lien - Term Loan   3/9/27     3.10 %   L + 3.00%     0.10 %     1,000       995       988       2.1 %
Total Telecommunications                                         10,306       10,351       22.0 %
                                                             
Transportation: Cargo                                                            
Carriage Purchaser, Inc.   First Lien - Term Loan   10/31/28     5.00 %   L + 4.25%     0.75 %     997       993       999       2.1 %
Daseke Companies, Inc.   First Lien - Term Loan   3/9/28     4.75 %   L + 4.00%     0.75 %     992       988       994       2.1 %
Echo Global Logistics, Inc.   First Lien - Term Loan   11/23/28     4.25 %   L + 3.75%     0.50 %     1,000       998       998       2.1 %
Kenan Advantage Group, Inc.,The   Second Lien - Term Loan   9/1/27     8.00 %   L + 7.25%     0.75 %     1,000       981       999       2.1 %
WWEX UNI TopCo Holdings, LLC   First Lien - Term Loan   7/26/28     5.00 %   L + 4.25%     0.75 %     1,210       1,198       1,214       2.7 %
Total Transportation: Cargo                                         5,158       5,204       11.1 %
                                                             
Transportation: Consumer                                                            
First Student Bidco Inc.   First Lien - Term Loan   7/21/28     3.50 %   L + 3.00%     0.50 %     365       363       364       0.8 %
First Student Bidco Inc.   First Lien - Term Loan   7/21/28     3.50 %   L + 3.00%     0.50 %     135       134       134       0.3 %
Total Transportation: Consumer                                         497       498       1.1 %

 

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STEELE CREEK CAPITAL CORPORATION

Consolidated Schedule of Investments

December 31, 2021

(in thousands, except per share data)

 

Description (1)     Investment Type   Maturity   Interest Rate (2)     Basis Point Spread Above
Index (2)
  Interest Rate Floor /
Base Rate (2)
    Par Amount     Amortized Cost     Fair Value     % of Net Assets(3)  
Utilities: Electric                                                
PG&E Corporation   First Lien - Term Loan   6/23/25     3.50 %   L + 3.00%     0.50 %     493       490       488       1.0 %
Total Utilities: Electric                                         490       488       1.0 %
                                                             
Total Investments made in United States Companies                                         105,348       105,896       225.4 %
                                                             
Investments made in Luxembourg Companies                                                            
Containers, Packaging & Glass                                                            
Mar Bidco S.a r.l.   First Lien - Term Loan   6/28/28     4.75 %   L + 4.25%     0.50 %     106       105       106       0.2 %
Total Containers, Packaging & Glass                                         105       106       0.2 %
                                                             
Telecommunications                                                            
Zacapa S.A R.L.   First Lien - Term Loan   7/2/25     4.72 %   L + 4.50%     0.22 %     992       990       995       2.1 %
Total Telecommunications                                         990       995       2.1 %
                                                             
Total Investments made in Luxembourg Companies                                         1,095       1,101       2.3 %
                                                             
Total Non-controlled/Non-Affiliate Investments                                       $ 106,443     $ 106,997       227.7 %

 

 

 

(1)All investments are non-controlled/non-affiliated investments as defined by the Investment Company Act of 1940 (the “1940 Act”). The provisions of the 1940 Act classify investments based on the level of control that the Company maintains in a particular portfolio company. As defined in the 1940 Act, a company is generally presumed to be “non-controlled” when the Company owns 25% or less of the portfolio company’s voting securities and “controlled” when the Company owns more than 25% of the portfolio company’s voting securities. The provisions of the 1940 Act also classify investments further based on the level of ownership that the Company maintains in a particular portfolio company. As defined in the 1940 Act, a company is generally deemed as “non-affiliated” when the Company owns less than 5% of a portfolio company’s voting securities and “affiliated” when the Company owns 5% or more of a portfolio company’s voting securities.

(2)The majority of the investments bear interest at a rate that may be determined by reference to London Interbank Offered Rate (“LIBOR” or “L”) which reset monthly or quarterly. For each such investment, the Fund has provided the spread over LIBOR and the current contractual interest rate in effect at December 31, 2021. As of December 31, 2021, rates for 1M L, 2M L, 3M L and 6M L are 0.10%, 0.15%, 0.21%, and 0.34% respectively.

(3)Percentages are based on net assets of $46,993 as of December 31, 2021.

(4)Of the entire $138,889 commitment to PDS Holdco Inc., $80,556 was unfunded as of December 31, 2021.

(5)Position or portion thereof is an unfunded loan commitment, and no interest is being earned on the unfunded portion. The investment may be subject to an unused/letter of credit facility fee.

 

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements

 

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Steele Creek Capital Corporation

Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements

(unaudited)

(in thousands, except share and per share data)

 

1. ORGANIZATION

 

Steele Creek Capital Corporation (which is referred to as the “Company”, “we”, “us” and “our”) was originally organized as MSC Capital LLC as a Delaware limited liability company on June 3, 2020. The Company commenced operations as MSC Capital LLC on July 1, 2020. On October 7, 2020, MSC Capital LLC converted to a Maryland corporation. We are a closed-end externally managed, non-diversified management investment company that has elected to be treated as a business development company (“BDC”) under the Investment Company Act of 1940 (the “1940 Act”). The Company will elect for federal income tax purposes to be treated as a regulated investment company (“RIC”) under the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the “Code”).

 

In September 2020, we formed a wholly-owned special purpose financing vehicle, Steele Creek Funding I, LLC (“Funding I”), a Delaware limited liability company.

 

Steele Creek Investment Management LLC (the “Investment Advisor” or “Administrator”) is our investment adviser and an affiliate of Moelis Asset Management LP (“Moelis Asset”). We entered into an Investment Advisory Agreement with the Investment Advisor who, subject to the supervision of our board of directors (the “Board”), manages the day-to-day operations and provides investment advisory services to the Company. The Company has no paid employees and the Investment Advisor has entered into an agreement (the “Custody Agreement”) to delegate certain administrative and custody functions to US Bank (the “Custodian”).

 

The Company is a financial services company that primarily invests in syndicated corporate bank loans, bonds, other debt securities, and structured products. The investment objective is to generate high current income by investing primarily in fixed income instruments, including broadly syndicated bank loans, structured products, mezzanine financings and senior secured bonds.

 

The term “shares” herein refers to membership interest in the Company prior to conversion.

 

2. SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES

 

Basis of Accounting - The consolidated financial statements have been prepared on the accrual basis of accounting in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“GAAP”) and include the accounts of the Company and its consolidated subsidiaries. The Company is an investment company following accounting and reporting guidance in Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) Accounting Standards Codification (“ASC”) Topic 946, Financial Services-Investment Companies. The consolidated financial statements reflect all adjustments and reclassifications that, in the opinion of management, are necessary for the fair presentation of the results of operations and financial condition as of and for the periods presented. All significant intercompany balances and transactions have been eliminated. Financial statements are prepared in accordance with GAAP for financial information and pursuant to the requirements for reporting on Form 10-Q and Articles 6 or 10 of Regulation S-X. In the opinion of management, all adjustments, consisting solely of normal recurring accruals considered necessary for the fair presentation of financial statements for the period presented, have been included. These unaudited consolidated financial statements should be read in conjunction with the audited financial statements included in the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021 filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”).

 

Use of Estimates - The preparation of the consolidated financial statements in conformity with U.S. GAAP requires the Investment Advisor to make estimates and assumptions that may affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the consolidated financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reported period. Actual results could differ from such estimates included in the consolidated financial statements.

 

Securities Transactions - Securities transactions are recorded on the trade date. The trade date for loans purchased in the “primary market” and for loans and other investments purchased in the “secondary market” is the date on which the transaction is entered. Cost is determined based on consideration given, adjusted for amortization of original issuance discounts (“OID”), market discounts and premiums.

 

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Investment Income - For debt investments, we record interest income on the accrual basis to the extent that such amounts are expected to be collected. Where applicable, OID and purchased discounts and premiums are accreted into interest income using the effective interest method. Loan origination fees are deferred and accreted into interest income using the effective interest method. We record prepayment premiums on loans and other investments as interest income when such amounts are received. We stop accruing interest on investments when it is determined that interest is no longer collectible. For the three and six months ended June 30, 2022 and June 30, 2021, there were no loans in non-accrual status.

 

Expenses - Expenses include management fees, incentive fees, administrator fees, custody fees, legal fees, audit and tax service expenses, third-party valuation fees and other general and administrative expenses. Expenses are recognized on an accrual basis.

 

Organizational and offering costs - Organizational costs include costs relating to the formation and incorporation of the business and are expensed as incurred. Offering costs include legal fees and other costs pertaining to the registration statement and the private placement memorandum. Offering costs are deferred and amortized over a period of twelve months.

 

Realized Gain or Loss and Unrealized Gain or Loss - Realized gain or loss from an investment is recorded at the time of disposition and calculated using the weighted average cost method. Unrealized gain or loss reflects the changes in fair value of investments as determined in compliance with the Investment Advisor’s valuation policy.

 

Cash - The Company maintains its cash in a bank account, which, at times, may exceed federally insured limits. As of June 30, 2022, and December 31, 2021, our cash balance exceeded federally insured limits. The Investment Advisor continuously monitors the performance of the bank where the account is held in order to manage any risk associated with such account.

 

Earnings per share - The Company calculates earnings per share by dividing the net increase in net assets resulting from operations by the weighted average shares for the period.

 

Paid-in-capital in Excess of Par Value - The Company records the proceeds from the sale of its shares on a net basis to capital stock and paid-in capital in excess of par value, excluding all offering costs.

 

Fair Value of Financial Instruments - Assets and liabilities which qualify as financial instruments under relevant authoritative guidance are carried at fair value or contractual amounts approximating fair value.

 

Investment Classification - As required by the 1940 Act, investments are classified by level of control. “Control Investments” are defined as investments in portfolio companies that we are deemed to control, as defined in the 1940 Act. “Affiliate Investments” are investments in those companies that are affiliated companies, as defined in the 1940 Act, other than Control Investments. “Non-Control/Non-Affiliate Investments” are those that are neither Control Investments nor Affiliate Investments. Generally, under the 1940 Act, we are deemed to control a company in which we have invested if we own more than 25% of the voting securities of such company. We are deemed to be an affiliate of a company if we own 5% or more of the voting securities of such company. As of June 30, 2022 and December 31, 2021, all of our investments were Non-Control/Non-Affiliate investments.

 

Valuation of Investments - We value our investments in accordance with the 1940 Act and ASC Topic 820 – Fair Value Measurement and Disclosures, (“ASC Topic 820”) as determined in good faith by our Board based on the input of our Investment Advisor, the respective independent valuation firms, and the Audit Committee. ASC Topic 820 defines fair value, establishes a framework used to measure fair value and requires disclosures for fair value measurements. In accordance with ASC Topic 820, the Company has categorized its financial instruments carried at fair value, based on the priority of the valuation technique, into a three-level fair value hierarchy. Investments are reflected on the Consolidated Statement of Assets and Liabilities at fair value, with changes in unrealized gains and losses resulting from changes in fair value reflected in the accompanying Consolidated Statement of Operations as “net change in unrealized appreciation on non-controlled/non-affiliate company investments.” Fair value is the amount that would be received to sell an asset, or paid to transfer a liability, in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date (i.e., the exit price). Publicly-traded investments in active markets are reported at the market closing price. Investment transactions are recorded on a trade date basis (for publicly-traded investments and securities traded through dealer markets) or upon closing of the transaction (for private investments). The cost of an investment includes all costs incurred by the Company as part of the purchase of such investment. The difference between the initially recognized cost and the subsequent fair value measurement of an investment is reflected as “net change in unrealized appreciation on non-controlled/non-affiliate company investments” in the Consolidated Statement of Operations.

 

We value our investments in accordance with the Investment Advisor’s valuation policy. Valuations are prepared and approved by the valuation committee on a monthly basis.

 

Transfers of investments between different levels of the fair value hierarchy are recorded at the end of the period. For  the three and six months ended June 30, 2022 and June 30, 2021 there were no transfers between levels.

 

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Income Taxes - For the three and six months ended June 30, 2022 and June 30, 2021, we have complied with the requirements of Subchapter M of the Code and expect to be treated as a RIC for federal income tax purposes. In this regard, we account for income taxes using the asset and liability method prescribed by ASC Topic 740 – Income Taxes (“ASC Topic 740”). Under this method, income taxes are provided for amounts currently payable and for amounts deferred as tax assets and liabilities based on differences between the financial statement carrying amounts and the tax basis of existing assets and liabilities. Based upon our qualification and election to be treated as a RIC for federal income tax purposes, we typically do not incur any material federal income taxes. However, we may choose to retain a portion of our calendar year income, which may result in the imposition of an excise tax.

  

We recognize the effect of a tax position in our Consolidated Financial Statements in accordance with ASC Topic 740 when it is more likely than not, based on the technical merits, that the position will be sustained upon examination by the applicable tax authority. Tax positions not considered to satisfy the “more-likely-than-not” threshold would be recorded as a tax expense or benefit. Penalties or interest, if applicable, that may be assessed relating to income taxes would be classified as other operating expenses in the financial statements. There were no tax accruals relating to uncertain tax positions and no amounts accrued for any related interest or penalties with respect to the period presented herein. The Company’s determinations regarding ASC Topic 740 may be subject to review and adjustment at a later date based upon factors including, but not limited to, an on-going analysis of tax laws, regulations and interpretations thereof. Although the Company files both federal and state income tax returns, the Company’s major tax jurisdiction is federal.

 

Because federal income tax regulations differ from GAAP, distributions in accordance with tax regulations may differ from net investment income and net realized gains recognized for financial reporting purposes. Differences between tax regulations and GAAP may be permanent or temporary. Permanent differences are reclassified among capital accounts in the Consolidated Financial Statements to reflect their tax character. Temporary differences arise when certain items of income, expense, gain or loss are recognized at some time in the future.

 

The 2021 and 2020 tax years for the Company are not yet closed and remain subject to examination by U.S. Federal, state and local tax authorities.

 

Recent Accounting Pronouncements

 

The Company considers the applicability and impact of all accounting standard updates (“ASU”) issued by the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”). ASUs not listed below were assessed and either determined to be not applicable or expected to have minimal impact on its consolidated financial statements.

 

In March 2020, the FASB issued ASU No. 2020-04, “Reference Rate Reform (Topic 848),” which provides optional  expedients and exceptions for applying GAAP to contracts, hedging relationships, and other transactions affected by reference rate reform if certain criteria are met. The amendments apply only to contracts, hedging relationships, and other transactions that reference London Interbank Offered Rate (“LIBOR”) or another reference rate expected to be discontinued because of reference rate reform. In January 2021, the FASB issued ASU No. 2021-01, Reference Rate Reform (Topic 848), which expanded the scope of Topic 848 to include derivative instruments impacted by discounting transition. ASU 2020-04 and ASU 2021-01 are effective for all entities through December 31, 2022. The expedients and exceptions provided by the amendments do not apply to contract modifications and hedging relationships entered into or evaluated after December 31, 2022, except for hedging transactions as of December 31, 2022, that an entity has elected certain optional expedients for and that are retained through the end of the hedging relationship. The Company is currently evaluating the impact of the adoption of ASU 2020-04 and 2021-01 on its consolidated financial statements.

 

In March 2022, the FASB issued ASU 2022-02, “Financial Instruments - Credit Losses (Topic 326)”, which is intended to address issues identified during the post-implementation review of ASU 2016-13, “Financial Instruments - Credit Losses (Topic 326): Measurement of Credit Losses on Financial Instruments”. The amendment, among other things, eliminates the accounting guidance for troubled debt restructurings by creditors in Subtopic 310-40, “Receivables - Troubled Debt Restructurings by Creditors”, while enhancing disclosure requirements for certain loan refinancings and restructurings by creditors when a borrower is experiencing financial difficulty. The new guidance is effective for interim and annual periods beginning after December 15, 2022. The Company is currently evaluating the impact of the adoption of ASU 2022-02 on its consolidated financial statements.

 

In June 2022, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update, or ASU, 2022-03, Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820): Fair Value Measurement of Equity Securities Subject to Contractual Sale Restrictions, or ASU 2022-03, which changed the fair value measurement disclosure requirements of ASC Topic 820, Fair Value Measurements and Disclosures, or ASC 820. The amendments clarify that a contractual restriction on the sale of an equity security is not considered part of the unit of account of the equity security and, therefore, is not considered in measuring fair value. The amendments also clarify that an entity cannot, as a separate unit of account, recognize and measure a contractual sale restriction. The new guidance is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2023, including interim periods therein. Early application is permitted. The Company is currently evaluating the impact the adoption of this new accounting standard will have on its consolidated financial statements, but the impact of the adoption is not expected to be material.

 

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3. AGREEMENTS AND RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS

 

Investment Advisory Agreement

 

Pursuant to the investment advisory agreement between the Company and the Investment Advisor (the “Investment Advisory Agreement”), we have agreed to pay a fee for investment advisory and management services consisting of two components, a base management fee and an incentive fee. The cost of both the base management fee and the incentive fee will ultimately be borne by our stockholders.

 

Our Investment Advisor has agreed to maintain a targeted annual distribution payment on shares of common stock outstanding on the relevant payment dates of 6.0% based on our net asset valuation per share and has agreed to waive all or a portion of the base management and income incentive fee, (quarterly) and the capital incentive fee (annually) where net investment income plus net realized capital gains is not sufficient to maintain the targeted annual distribution payment. The Advisor’s fees will be calculated in accordance with the Investment Advisory Agreement once the annual distribution payment has been earned with realized income.

 

Base Management Fee

 

The base management fee is calculated at a maximum annual rate of 1.0% of the average of the weighted average (based on the number of shares outstanding each day in the quarter) of our gross assets (including uninvested cash and cash equivalents) at the end of each of the two most recently completed calendar quarters. For each the quarter, the base management fee is calculated based on the average of our gross assets as of such quarter-end. The base management fee for any partial quarter is pro-rated based on the number of days actually elapsed in that quarter relative to the total number of days in such quarter.

 

Gross management fees for the three and six months ended June 30, 2022 were $414 thousand and $845 thousand, respectively. Net management fees for the three and six months ended June 30, 2022 were $143 thousand and $364 thousand, respectively. The Company elected to waive a portion of the management fee and charged management fees on investments rather than gross assets.

 

Gross management fees for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 were $451 thousand and $740 thousand, respectively. Net management fees for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 were $235 thousand and $409 thousand, respectively. The Company elected to waive a portion of the management fee and charged management fees on investments rather than gross assets.

 

Incentive Fee

 

The Incentive Fee will consist of an income-based component and a capital gains component.

 

The portion of the incentive fee based on income is determined and paid quarterly in arrears commencing with the first calendar quarter following the Company’s election to be regulated as a BDC, and equals 15% of the pre-incentive fee net investment income in excess of a 1.5% quarterly (or 6% annually) “hurdle rate.” There are no catch-up provisions applicable to income-based incentive fees under the Investment Advisory Agreement.

 

Pre-incentive fee net investment income means interest income, dividend income and any other income (including any other fees, such as commitment, origination, structuring, diligence, managerial and consulting fees or other fees the Company receives from portfolio companies) that the Company accrues, minus the Company’s operating expenses for the quarter (including the base management fee, expenses payable under the administration agreement (the “Administration Agreement”) we have entered into with the Administrator, and any interest expense and dividends paid on any issued and outstanding indebtedness or preferred stock, respectively, but excluding, for avoidance of doubt, the income-based incentive fee accrued under GAAP). Pre-incentive fee net investment income also includes, in the case of investments with a deferred interest feature (such as OID, debt instruments with PIK interest and zero coupon securities), accrued income that the Company has not yet received in cash. The Investment Advisor is not under any obligation to reimburse the Company for any part of the income-based incentive fees it received that was based on accrued interest that the Company never actually received. Because of the structure of the incentive fee, it is possible that we may pay an incentive fee in a quarter where we incur a loss. For example, if we receive pre-incentive fee net investment income in excess of the Hurdle rate for a quarter, we will pay the applicable incentive fee even if we have incurred a loss in that quarter due to realized and unrealized capital losses.

  

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The portion of the incentive fee based on capital-gains is payable at the end of each calendar year in arrears, equals 15% of cumulative realized capital gains from the date of the Company’s election to be regulated as a BDC to the end of each calendar year, less cumulative net realized capital losses and unrealized capital depreciation. We will accrue, but will not pay, a capital gains incentive fee with respect to unrealized appreciation. Also, it should be noted that while we accrue the capital incentive fee quarterly, the expense will fluctuate with the Company’s overall investment results and the expense will be finalized at year end.

 

In determining the capital gains incentive fee payable to the Investment Advisor, we calculate the cumulative aggregate realized capital gains and cumulative aggregate realized capital losses since our inception, and the aggregate unrealized capital depreciation as of the date of the calculation, as applicable, with respect to each of the investments in our portfolio. For this purpose, cumulative aggregate realized capital gains, if any, equals the sum of the differences between the net sales price of each investment, when sold, and the original cost of such investment since our inception. Cumulative aggregate realized capital losses equals the sum of the amounts by which the net sales price of each investment, when sold, is less than the original cost of such investment since our inception. Aggregate unrealized capital depreciation equals the sum of the difference, if negative, between the valuation of each investment as of the applicable calculation date and the original cost of such investment. At the end of the applicable year, the amount of capital gains that serves as the basis for our calculation of the capital gains incentive fee equals the cumulative aggregate realized capital gains less cumulative aggregate realized capital losses, less aggregate unrealized capital depreciation, with respect to our portfolio of investments.

 

For the three and six months ended June 30, 2022, the Company did not charge an incentive fee. For the six months ended June 30, 2022, the company returned $110 thousand of accrued incentive fees. This reversal was necessary due to the company’s performance in the first quarter of 2022.

 

For the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, the Company waived a portion of the capital Incentive Fee to pay the 6% priority dividend. Gross capital incentive fees were $95 thousand and $205 thousand, respectively. After the waiver the net capital incentive fee was $25 thousand and $70 thousand, respectively. 

 

Fee Waivers

 

On February 18, 2021, the Company and the Advisor executed a Waiver Letter (the “Waiver”), whereby the Advisor agrees to waive all or such portion of the Base Management Fee, the Income Incentive Fee and the Capital Incentive Fee (collectively the “Fees”) that they would otherwise be entitled to receive under the Investment Advisory Agreement, dated as of September 16, 2020 (the ‘Agreement”) for any quarter prior to a Liquidity Event to the extent required in order for the Company to earn a quarterly net investment income plus net realized capital gains to maintain an annual distribution payment of shares of common stock outstanding of 6.0%. The Company’s performance will impact the amount and timing of the fee waivers.

 

For the three and six months ended June 30, 2022 and June 30, 2021, the Board agreed upon a fee waiver to reduce the basis for the quarterly management fee from gross assets to investments. For the three and six months ended June 30, 2022 the Company waived $89 thousand and $224 thousand, respectively. For the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 the Company waived $216 thousand and $331 thousand, respectively. This fee waiver will be re-evaluated annually.

 

Additionally, the Company’s performance for the three and six months ended June 30, 2022 did not produce realized income sufficient to charge a full management fee. Therefore, the Company waived an additional $182 thousand and $257 thousand of management fees for the three and six months ended June 30, 2022, respectively. The Company waived $70 thousand and $135 thousand of incentive fees for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, respectively.

 

Administration Agreement

 

The Administration Agreement provides that the Administrator will furnish us with office facilities and equipment and will provide us with clerical, bookkeeping, recordkeeping and other administrative services at such facilities. Under the Administration Agreement, the Administrator will perform, or oversee the performance of, our required administrative services, which will include being responsible for the financial and other records that we are required to maintain and preparing reports to our stockholders and reports and other materials filed with the SEC. In addition, the Administrator will assist us in determining and publishing our net asset value, oversee the preparation and filing of our tax returns and the printing and dissemination of reports and other materials to our stockholders, and generally oversee the payment of our expenses and the performance of administrative and professional services rendered to us by others. Under the Administration Agreement, the Administrator will also provide managerial assistance on our behalf to those portfolio companies that have accepted our offer to provide such assistance.

 

Under the Administration Agreement, we will reimburse the Administrator based upon our allocable portion (subject to the review and approval of our Board) of the Administrator’s overhead (including rent) in performing its obligations under the Administration Agreement, including rent, the fees and expenses associated with performing compliance functions and our allocable portion of the cost of our Chief Financial Officer and Chief Compliance Officer, and any of their respective staff who provide services to us, operations staff who provide services to us, and internal audit staff, if any, to the extent internal audit performs a role in our Sarbanes-Oxley internal control assessment. In addition, if requested to provide significant managerial assistance to our portfolio companies, the Administrator will be paid an additional amount based on the services provided, which shall not exceed the amount we receive from such portfolio companies for providing this assistance. The Administration Agreement will have an initial term of two years and thereafter may be renewed annually with the approval of our Board. The Administration Agreement may be terminated by either party without penalty upon 60 days’ written notice to the other party. To the extent that the Administrator outsources any of its functions, we will pay the fees associated with such functions on a direct basis without any incremental profit to the Administrator.

 

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Related Party Transactions

 

As of June 30, 2022, affiliates owned approximately 45% of the Company representing approximately $21,893 thousand of the Company’s net assets. As of December 31, 2021, affiliates owned approximately 55% of the Company representing approximately $25,901 thousand of the Company’s net assets. 

 

For the three and six months ended June 30, 2022, Moelis Asset, parent of the Investment Advisor did not make a contribution to the Company. For the three months ended June 30, 2021, Moelis Asset, parent of the Investment Advisor did not make a contribution to the Company. For the six months ended June 30, 2021, Moelis Asset contributed approximately $36 thousand to pay organizational and offering costs incurred by the Company related to the formation of the entity, respectively. Moelis Asset has incurred these expenses and they will not be charged back to the Company.

 

Separate from the contributions made above, the Company may, from time to time, purchase investments from, or sell investments to affiliates of our Investment Advisor at fair value on the trade date. For the three and six months ended June 30, 2022 and June 30, 2021 there were no purchases of investments from or sales of investments to affiliates of our Investment Advisor.

 

Prior to the MSC Capital LLC’s conversion to a corporation and election to be treated as a BDC, it did not pay the Investment Advisor for the services it provided to MSC Capital LLC. Similarly, the affiliated directors and officers of the Company did not receive compensation from the Company. Upon conversion, the Company began accruing directors’ compensation for the three independent directors in accordance with the governing documents. For the three and six months ended June 30, 2022, the Company incurred $20 thousand and $40 thousand in directors’ fees expense, respectively. For the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, the Company incurred $22 thousand and $42 thousand in directors’ fees expense, respectively. On August 13, 2021, the Board agreed to make investments rather than gross assets the basis for their fee to be more in line with the waivers implemented for management fees.

  

The Company carries employment practices liability, directors and officers and errors and omission insurance. For the best interests of the Company, these policies are joint liability policies with Moelis Asset and its affiliates.

 

4. INVESTMENTS

 

Fair Value Measurements

 

We value our investments on a monthly basis at fair value in accordance with the 1940 Act and ASC Topic 820, which defines fair value as the price that would be received upon the sale of an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date under current market conditions. Due to the uncertainty inherent in the valuation process, estimates of fair value may differ significantly from the values that would have been used had a ready market for our investments existed, and the differences could be material. Additionally, changes in the market environment and other events that may occur over the life of the investments may cause the gains or losses ultimately realized on the investments to be different than the valuations currently assigned.

 

Investments for which observable market prices in active markets do not exist are reported at fair value, as determined by the Investment Advisor using the best information available. The amount determined to be fair value may incorporate the Investment Advisor’s own assumptions (including assumptions that the Investment Advisor believes market participants would use in valuing the investment, and assumptions relating to appropriate risk adjustments for non-performance and lack of marketability).

 

The fair values assigned to our investments are based upon available information and do not necessarily represent amounts which might ultimately be realized. Due to the absence of readily determinable fair values and the inherent uncertainty of valuations, the estimated fair values may differ significantly from values that would have been used had a ready market for the securities existed, and the differences could be material.

 

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The guidance establishes a framework for measuring fair value, and requires enhanced disclosures about fair value measurements. The fair value hierarchy prioritizes and ranks the level of market price observability used in measuring investments at fair value. Market price observability is impacted by a number of factors, including the type of investment, the characteristics specific to the investment, and the state of the marketplace (including the existence and transparency of transactions between market participants). Investments with readily-available actively quoted prices or for which fair value can be measured from actively-quoted prices in an orderly market will generally have a higher degree of market price observability and a lesser degree of judgment used in measuring fair value. Investments measured and reported at fair value are classified and disclosed in one of the following categories (from highest to lowest) based on inputs:

 

Level 1 – Quoted prices (unadjusted) are available in active markets for identical investments that the Company has the ability to access as of the reporting date. The type of investments which would generally be included in Level 1 include listed equity securities and listed derivatives. The Company, to the extent that it holds such investments, does not adjust the quoted price for these investments, even in situations where the Company holds a large position and a sale could reasonably impact the quoted price.

 

Level 2 – Inputs other than quoted prices included within Level 1 that are observable for the asset or liability, either directly or indirectly. This may include valuations based on executed trades, broker quotations that constitute an executable price, and alternative pricing sources supported by observable inputs which, in each case, are either directly or indirectly observable for the asset in connection with market data at the measurement date.

 

Level 3 – Pricing inputs are unobservable for the investments and include situations where there is little, if any, market activity for the investments. The inputs into the determination of fair value require significant judgment or estimation by the Investment Advisor. In certain cases, investments classified within Level 3 may include securities for which we have obtained indicative quotes from broker-dealers that do not necessarily represent prices the broker may be willing to trade on.

 

The valuation techniques used maximize the use of observable inputs and minimize the use of unobservable inputs. Our loans are predominately valued based on evaluated prices from a nationally recognized independent pricing service or from third-party brokers who make markets in such debt investments. When possible, we make inquiries of third-party pricing sources to understand their use of significant inputs and assumptions. We review the third-party fair value estimates and perform procedures to validate their reasonableness, including an analysis of the range and dispersion of third-party estimates, frequency of pricing updates, comparison of recent trade activity for similar securities, and review for consistency with market conditions observed as of the measurement date.

 

There may be instances when independent or third-party pricing sources are not available, or cases where we believe that the third-party pricing sources do not provide sufficient evidence to support a market participant’s view of the fair value of the debt investment being valued. These instances may result from an investment in a less liquid loan such as a middle market loan, a mezzanine loan or unitranche loan, or a loan to a company that has become financially distressed. In these instances, we may estimate the fair value based on a combination of a market yield valuation methodology and evaluated pricing discussed above, or solely based on a market yield valuation methodology. Under the market yield valuation methodology, we estimate the fair value based on a discounted cash flow technique. For these loans, the unobservable inputs used in the market yield valuation methodology to measure fair value reflect management’s best estimate of assumptions that would be used by market participants when pricing the investment in a hypothetical transaction, including estimated remaining life, current market yield and interest rate spreads of similar loans and securities as of the measurement date. We will estimate the remaining life based on market data for the average life of similar loans. However, if we have information that the loan is expected to be repaid in the near term, we would use an estimated remaining life based on the expected repayment date. The average life to be used to estimate the fair value of our loans may be shorter than the legal maturity of the loans since many loans are prepaid prior to the maturity date. The interest rate spreads used to estimate the fair value of our loans is based on current interest rate spreads of similar loans. If there is a significant deterioration of the credit quality of a loan, we may consider other factors that a hypothetical market participant would use to estimate fair value, including the proceeds that would be received in a liquidation analysis.

 

In certain cases, the inputs used to measure fair value may fall into different levels of the fair value hierarchy. In such cases, an investment’s level within the fair value hierarchy is based on the lowest level of observable input that is significant to the fair value measurement. The assessment of the significance of a particular input to the fair value measurement in its entirety requires judgement, and considers factors specific to the investment.

 

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The following fair value hierarchy table sets forth our investments by level as of June 30, 2022:

 

   June 30, 2022 
   Total   Level 1   Level 2   Level 3 
Term Loans  $131,581   $    -   $131,581   $     - 
Total Investments  $131,581   $-   $131,581   $- 

 

 The following fair value hierarchy table sets forth our investments by level as of December 31, 2021:

 

   December 31, 2021 
   Total   Level 1   Level 2   Level 3 
Term Loans  $106,997   $      -   $106,997   $      - 
Total Investments  $106,997   $-   $106,997   $- 

 

5. EARNINGS PER SHARE

 

The following table sets forth the computation of basic and diluted earnings per share for the three and six months ended June 30, 2022:

 

   For the
three months
ended
June 30,
2022
   For the
six months
ended
June 30,
2022
 
Numerator - net earnings  $(6,615)  $(7,081)
Denominator - weighted average shares   5,157    4,980 
Net earnings per share  $(1.28)  $(1.42)

 

The following table sets forth the computation of basic and diluted earnings per share for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021:

 

   For the
three months
ended
June 30,
2021
   For the
six months
ended
June 30,
2021
 
Numerator - net earnings  $755   $1,539 
Denominator - weighted average shares   3,081    2,868 
Net earnings per share  $0.25   $0.54 

 

6. NET ASSETS

 

The Company has been actively fundraising since its inception. The table below summarizes the capital the Company has raised and the shares issued to investors during the six months ended June 30, 2022.

 

Date Closed  Capital
Raised
(in thousands)
   Shares
Issued
 
Balance at December 31, 2021  $45,555    4,311,321 
January 7, 2022   4,395    401,369 
January 21, 2022   675    61,059 
February 4, 2022   725    65,809 
February 18, 2022   100    9,299 
March 4, 2022   374    34,875 
March 18, 2022   839    80,506 
Balance at March 31, 2022  $52,663    4,964,238 
April 1, 2022   769    72,225 
April 18, 2022   347    32,246 
May 6, 2022   724    68,479 
May 20, 2022   861    87,990 
June 3, 2022   234    23,769 
June 17, 2022   247    25,801 
Balance at June 30, 2022  $55,845    5,274,748 

 

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The table below summarizes the capital the Company has raised and the shares issued to investors during the six months ended June 30, 2021.

 

Date Closed  Capital
Raised
(in thousands)
   Shares
Issued
 
Balance at December 31, 2020  $27,108    2,633,228 
March 4, 2021   600    54,898 
March 19, 2021   200    18,268 
Balance at March 31, 2021   27,908    2,706,394 
April 5, 2021   525    48,062 
April 16, 2021   500    45,400 
June 4, 2021   10,699    974,743 
June 18, 2021   84    7,615 
Balance at June 30, 2021   39,716    3,782,214 

 

During the three and six months ended June 30, 2022, the Company issued 310,510 shares and 963,427 shares with an aggregate value of $3,182 thousand and $10,290 thousand, respectively. During the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, the Company issued 1,075,820 shares and 1,148,986 shares, with an aggregate value of $11,808 thousand and $12,608 thousand, respectively. 

 

As of June 30, 2022, and December 31, 2021 the Company had 5,274,748 and 4,311,321 shares of common stock, $0.001 par value per share, outstanding, respectively. 

 

7. CREDIT FACILITY

 

On October 13, 2020, Funding I entered into a two-year secured revolving Credit Agreement with BNP Paribas (“BNP”) as lender and administrative agent (the “BNP Credit Facility”) providing a maximum of $45,000 thousand (“Maximum Facility Amount”) to Funding I. During the Credit Facility’s revolving period (earlier of the termination by the borrower or twelve month anniversary of the closing date), it bears interest at London Interbank Offered Rate, or LIBOR, plus 175 basis points. The Company created a wholly owned subsidiary, Funding I, which it will use to hold the Company’s investments, and a first priority continuing security interest in, to and under each investment, all underlying investments and underlying assets has been granted to BNP to be used as collateral for the BNP Credit Facility. The Company began transferring investments into Steele Creek Funding I, LLC in October 2020.

 

Funding I is required to pay an administrative agent fee equal to $25 thousand per annum and a structuring fee equal to 0.25% of the Maximum Facility Amount paid on the twelve-month anniversary of the closing date. Additionally, an unused fee is payable quarterly in arrears in an amount equal to 0.70% on the actual daily unused amount greater than 20% of the Maximum Facility Amount under the BNP Credit Facility from April 13, 2021 to the end of the revolving period.

 

On April 29, 2021, Funding I executed an amendment to the BNP Credit Facility. The amendment solidified the LIBOR transition to Secured Overnight Financing Rate (“SOFR”) for the planned discontinuation of LIBOR. The amendment also increased the Individual Lender Maximum Facility Amount from $45,000 thousand to $80,000 thousand.

  

On October 28, 2021, the Company executed an additional amendment to the Credit Agreement. Material amendments included the revolving period being extended 36 months, from 12 months to 48 months and the interest rate being reduced from LIBOR plus 175 basis points to LIBOR plus 140 basis points. The advance rate was increased from 67.5% to 70% and expanded to include a triple C bucket with a 60% advance rate. The structuring fee was increased from 0.25% of the Maximum Facility Amount to 0.50% of the Maximum Facility Amount and will be paid in three equal installments (December 2021, December 2022, and December 2023). Updates were made to allow for more flexibility to move capital out of the facility subject to certain covenants. Except as described above, all other terms and provisions of the Agreement remain in full force and effect.

 

On March 22, 2022, the Company amended the Credit Agreement between Steele Creek Capital Funding I, LLC, BNP Paribas, and the Company as dated October 13, 2020 and as previously amended (the “Agreement”). Material amendments to the Agreement include the interest rate being converted from LIBOR plus 140 basis points to SOFR plus 140 basis points plus 15 basis points. In addition, the Individual Lender Maximum Facility Amount increased from $80,000 thousand to $95,000 thousand and the language and requirements related to the Agreed Upon Procedures provided by independent accountants were amended to be more appropriate for the underlying collateral.

 

As of June 30, 2022 and December 31, 2021, there was $86,300 thousand and $70,380 thousand outstanding, respectively, and $8,700 thousand and $9,620 thousand available, respectively, to be drawn under the BNP Credit Facility. As of June 30, 2022 and December 31, 2021, the BNP Credit Facility had a fair value of $86,300 thousand and $70,380 thousand, respectively and a weighted average interest rate of 2.32% and 1.84%, respectively. The fair value of the BNP Credit Facility is determined in accordance with ASC 820, which defines fair value in terms of the price that would be paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date under current market conditions and is measured with Level 2 inputs. As of June 30, 2022 and December 31, 2021, Funding I was in compliance with all covenants of the BNP Credit Facility.

 

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For the three and six months ended June 30, 2022, we incurred interest expense of $499 thousand and $844 thousand, respectively. The average debt outstanding for the three and six months ended June 30, 2022 was $82,683 thousand and $79,494 thousand, respectively. 

 

For the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, we incurred interest expense of $273 thousand and $511 thousand, respectively. The average debt outstanding for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 was $45,000 thousand and $43,463 thousand, respectively. 

 

8. COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES

 

Commitments to extend credit include loan proceeds we are obligated to advance, such as delayed draws. Commitments generally have fixed expiration dates or other termination clauses. Unrealized gains or losses associated with unfunded commitments are recorded in the consolidated financial statements and reflected as an adjustment to the fair value of the related security in the Consolidated Schedule of Investments. The par amount of the unfunded commitments is not recognized by the Company until the commitment becomes funded. As of June 30, 2022 and December 31, 2021, the Company had unfunded commitments of $383 thousand and $2,051 thousand, respectively.

 

In the ordinary course of business, we may be a party to certain legal proceedings, including actions brought against us and others with respect to investment transactions. The outcomes of any such legal proceedings are uncertain and, as a result of these proceedings, the values of the investments to which they relate could decrease. We were not subject to any litigation against us as of June 30, 2022. The debts, obligations and liabilities of the Company, whether arising in contract, tort or otherwise, shall be solely the debts, obligations and liabilities of the Company, and neither the Members nor any other person or entity shall be obligated personally for any such debt, obligation or liability of the Company.

 

9. FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS

 

The following financial highlights are calculated for the shareholders as a whole.

 

   Six months
ended
June 30,
2022
   Six months
ended
June 30,
2021
 
Per share data:        
Net asset value at beginning of period  $10.90   $10.76 
Net investment income (1)   0.29    0.06 
Net realized gain (1)   0.03    0.46 
Net change in unrealized (depreciation) appreciation (1)   (1.74)   0.02 
Net (decrease) increase in net assets resulting from operations (1)   (1.42)   0.54 
Stockholder distributions from income (2)   (0.33)   (0.33)
Issuance of common shares   -    - 
Other (3)   0.06    0.06 
Net asset value at end of period  $9.21   $11.03 
           
Net assets at end of period  $48,587   $41,708 
Shares outstanding at end of period   5,274,748    3,782,214 
Total return (2)   (12.90)%   5.62%
           
Ratio/Supplemental data:          
Ratio of net expenses excluding waivers and reversals to average net assets (4)   9.64%   11.64%
Ratio of net expenses including waivers and reversals to average net assets (4)   8.67%   10.24%
Ratio of net investment income to average net assets (4)   4.69%   0.74%
           
Portfolio turnover (5)   71.0%   324.9%

 

 

(1) The per share data was derived by using the weighted average shares outstanding during the period.
(2) Total return is calculated as the change in net asset value (“NAV”) per share during the period, plus distributions per share, if any, divided by the beginning NAV per share. Dividends and distributions, if any, are assumed for purposes of this calculation to be reinvested at the quarter end NAV per share preceding the distribution. Return calculations are not annualized.
(3) Includes the impact of different amounts used in calculating per share data as a result of calculating certain per share data based on weighted average shares outstanding during the period and certain per share data based on shares outstanding as of a period end or transaction date.
(4) Ratios are annualized.
(5) Portfolio turnover rate is calculated using the lesser of year-to-date sales or year-to-date purchases over the average of the invested assets at fair value for the periods reported. Ratio is not annualized.

 

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10. SUBSEQUENT EVENTS

 

Management has evaluated subsequent events through the date of issuance of these financial statements and has determined that there are no subsequent events outside the ordinary scope of business that require adjustment to, or disclosure in, the financial statements other than those disclosed below.

 

On July 1, 2022, the Company issued and sold 61,107 shares of its common stock to certain investors for an aggregate offering price of $563 thousand. The sale of its common stock was made pursuant to subscription agreements between the Company and the investors, and the issuance of the common stock was exempt from the registration requirements of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, pursuant to Section 4(a)(2) thereof and Regulation D thereunder.

 

On July 15, 2022, the Company issued and sold 73,722 shares of its common stock to certain investors for an aggregate offering price of $673 thousand. The sale of its common stock was made pursuant to subscription agreements between the Company and the investors, and the issuance of the common stock was exempt from the registration requirements of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, pursuant to Section 4(a)(2) thereof and Regulation D thereunder.

 

On August 5, 2022, the Company issued and sold 5,651 shares of its common stock to certain investors for an aggregate offering price of $54 thousand. The sale of its common stock was made pursuant to subscription agreements between the Company and the investors, and the issuance of the common stock was exempt from the registration requirements of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, pursuant to Section 4(a)(2) thereof and Regulation D thereunder.

 

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Item 2. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations.

 

The following discussion and analysis should be read in conjunction with our consolidated financial statements and related notes and other financial information appearing elsewhere in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q. Except as otherwise specified, references to “we,” “us,” “our,” or the “Company” refer to MSC Capital LLC prior to the Conversion (as defined herein), and Steele Creek Capital Corporation on and after the Conversion.

 

Forward-Looking Statements

 

Some of the statements in this report constitute forward-looking statements that involve substantial known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors. Undue reliance should not be placed on such statements. These forward-looking statements are not historical facts, but rather are based on current expectations, estimates and projections about our company, our current and prospective portfolio investments, our industry, our beliefs and our assumptions. Words such as “anticipates,” “expects,” “intends,” “plans,” “will,” “may,” “continue,” “believes,” “seeks,” “estimates,” “would,” “could,” “should,” “targets,” “projects,” and variations of these words and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Our actual results could differ materially and these statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors, some of which are beyond our control and difficult to predict and could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or forecasted in the forward-looking statements, including:

 

  uncertainties associated with the coronavirus (“COVID-19”) pandemic, including the negative effect that the COVID-19 pandemic is having and is expected to have on the credit markets and the negative effect that the COVID-19 pandemic could have on our business;

 

  our future operating results;

 

  our business prospects and the prospects of our portfolio companies;

 

  the impact of investments that we expect to make;

 

  changes in political, economic or industry conditions, the interest rate environment or conditions affecting the financial and capital markets;

 

  the ability of the Steele Creek Investment Management LLC (the “Investment Advisor”) to locate suitable investments for us and to monitor and administer our investments;

 

  the ability of the Investment Advisor and its affiliates to attract and retain highly talented professionals;

 

  risk associated with possible disruptions in our operations or the economy generally;

 

  the timing of cash flows, if any, from the operations of the companies in which we invest;

 

  the adequacy of our cash resources and working capital;

 

  the ability of the companies in which we invest to achieve their objectives;

 

  the dependence of our future success on the general economy and its effect on the industries in which we invest;

 

  our ability to maintain our qualification as a BDC and as a RIC under the Code;

 

  the use of borrowed money to finance a portion of our investments;

 

  the adequacy, availability and pricing of our financing sources and working capital;

 

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  actual or potential conflicts of interest with the Investment Advisor and its affiliates;

 

  our contractual arrangements and relationships with third parties;

 

  our expected financings and investments;

 

  the economic downturn, interest rate volatility, loss of key personnel, and the illiquid nature of our investments; and

 

  the risks, uncertainties and other factors we identify under “Item 1A. Risk Factors” and elsewhere in this quarterly report on Form 10-Q.

 

We have based the forward-looking statements included in this report on information available to us on the date of this report, and we assume no obligation to update any such forward-looking statements. Although we undertake no obligation to revise or update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, you are advised to consult any additional disclosures that we may make directly to you or through reports that we may file with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) in the future, including any annual reports on Form 10-K, quarterly reports on Form 10-Q and current reports on Form 8-K.

 

Although we believe that the assumptions on which these forward-looking statements are based are reasonable, any of the assumptions could prove to be inaccurate, and as a result, the forward-looking statements based on those assumptions also could be inaccurate. In particular, statements herein about the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on our business, results, financial position, and liquidity may constitute forward-looking statements and are subject to the risk that the actual impact may differ, possibly materially, from what is currently estimated. In addition, new risks and uncertainties emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for us to predict all risks and uncertainties, nor can we assess the impact of all factors on our business or the extent to which any factor, or combination of factors, may cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statements. In light of these and other uncertainties, the inclusion of a projection or forward-looking statement in this report should not be regarded as a representation by us that our plans and objectives will be achieved. These risks and uncertainties include those described or identified in the section entitled “Item 1A. Risk Factors” and elsewhere in this report. You should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which apply only as of the date of this report. Moreover, we assume no duty and do not undertake to update the forward-looking statements.

 

Overview

 

We are a financial services company that primarily invests in syndicated corporate bank loans, bonds, other debt securities, and structured products. We are an externally managed, non-diversified, closed-end management investment company that has elected to be regulated as a BDC and intends to elect to be treated for U.S. federal income tax purposes, and to qualify annually thereafter, as a RIC under the Code. We were formed on June 3, 2020 as a Delaware limited liability company under the name MSC Capital LLC. MSC Capital LLC was formed by Steele Creek Investment Management LLC, Moelis Asset and two affiliates. On October 7, 2020, MSC Capital LLC converted to a Maryland corporation (the “Conversion”), named Steele Creek Capital Corporation. On September 3, 2020, we formed a wholly-owned consolidated special purpose financing vehicle, Steele Creek Capital Funding I, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company.

 

Our investment objective is to generate high current income by investing primarily in fixed income instruments, including broadly syndicated bank loans, structured products, mezzanine financings and senior secured bonds. We provide moderate liquidity to our shareholders by offering a quarterly share repurchase program. As of June 30, 2022, no  shares have been tendered through the share repurchase program. Broadly syndicated loans are generally more liquid than directly originated investments and may provide more attractive financing terms than less liquid assets. Mezzanine financings are generally unrated or below investment grade rated investments that have greater credit and liquidity risk than more highly rated debt obligations. Moreover, mezzanine financings are generally unsecured and subordinate to other obligations of the obligor and are subject to many of the same risks as those associated with high-yield debt securities.

 

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Revenues

 

We generate revenue primarily in the form of interest and fee income on debt investments we hold and capital gains, if any, on investments. We generally expect our debt investments to bear interest at a floating rate usually determined on the basis of a benchmark such as LIBOR or SOFR. Interest on debt securities is generally payable quarterly or semi-annually. In some instances, we expect to receive payments on our debt investments based on scheduled amortization of the outstanding balances. In addition, we may receive repayments of some of our debt investments prior to their scheduled maturity date. The frequency or volume of these repayments is expected to fluctuate significantly from period to period. Our portfolio activity is also expected to reflect the proceeds of sales of securities. We may also generate revenue in the form of commitment, origination, amendment, structuring or due diligence fees, fees for providing managerial assistance and consulting fees.

 

Expenses

 

Our primary operating expenses include the payment of fees to our Investment Advisor under the Investment Advisory Agreement, our allocable portion of overhead and rental expenses under the Administration Agreement and other operating costs described below. We bear all other out-of-pocket costs and expenses of our operations and transactions, including:

 

  our initial organization costs incurred prior to the commencement of our operations;

 

  operating costs incurred prior to the commencement of our operations;

 

  the cost of calculating our net asset value, including the cost of any third-party valuation services;

 

  the cost of effecting sales and repurchases of shares of our common stock and other securities, including in connection with the Private Offering;

 

  distribution and shareholder servicing fees payable to our dealer manager and financial intermediaries;

 

  fees payable to third parties relating to making investments, including our Investment Advisor’s or its affiliates’ travel expenses, research costs and out-of-pocket fees and expenses associated with performing due diligence and reviews of prospective investments;

 

  interest expense and other costs associated with our indebtedness;

 

  transfer agent and custodial fees;

 

  out-of-pocket fees and expenses associated with marketing efforts;

 

  federal and state registration fees and any stock exchange listing fees;

 

  U.S. federal, state and local taxes;

 

  Independent Directors’ fees and expenses;

 

  brokerage commissions and markups;

 

  fidelity bond, directors’ and officers’ liability insurance and other insurance premiums;

 

  direct costs, such as printing, mailing, long distance telephone and staff;

 

  fees and expenses associated with independent audits and outside legal costs;

 

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  costs associated with our reporting and compliance obligations under the 1940 Act and other applicable U.S. federal and state securities laws; and

 

  other expenses incurred by the Administrator or us in connection with administering our business, including payments under the Administration Agreement that will be based upon our allocable portion (subject to the review and approval of our Board) of overhead, including rental expenses

 

From time to time, the Administrator or its affiliates may pay third-party providers of goods or services. We will reimburse the Administrator or such affiliates thereof for any such amounts paid on our behalf under the Administration Agreement. All of the foregoing expenses will ultimately be borne by our stockholders.

 

Our Investment Advisor is authorized to determine the broker to be used for each portfolio transaction. In selecting brokers to execute transactions, the Investment Advisor need not solicit competitive bids and does not have an obligation to seek the lowest available commission cost. In selecting brokers, the Investment Advisor may or may not negotiate “execution only” commission rates and thus we may be deemed to be paying for other services provided by the broker that are included in the commission rate. In negotiating commission rates, the Investment Advisor will take into account the financial stability and reputation of the broker and the brokerage, research and other services provided to us, the Investment Advisor and other customers of the Investment Advisor and its affiliates by such broker, even though we may not, in any particular instance, be the direct or indirect beneficiaries of the research or other services provided and the management fee payable to the Investment Advisor is not reduced because it receives such services. In addition, the Investment Advisor may direct commissions to certain brokers that on the foregoing basis may furnish other services to us, the Investment Advisor and other customers of the Investment Advisor and its affiliates, such as telephone lines, news and quotation equipment, electronic office equipment, account record keeping and clerical services, trading software, financial publications and economic consulting services. As a result of the brokerage practices described above, the levels of commission paid, and prices paid or received by us in portfolio transactions may be less favorable than in portfolio transactions effected on a best price and execution basis.

 

Compensation Paid to the Dealer Manager and Participating Financial Intermediaries

 

The Company has engaged S2K Financial LLC as dealer manager to assist with the placement of the Company’s shares (“Dealer Manager”). Investors will pay a maximum upfront sales load of up to 5.5% of the Company’s net asset value per share for combined upfront selling commissions and dealer manager fees. Investors will pay a maximum upfront selling commission of 3.0% and a maximum dealer manager fee of 2.5%. The purchase price paid by an investor will be the Company’s net asset value per share plus all upfront selling commissions and dealer manager fees. All or a portion of selling commissions and dealer manager fees may be reduced or eliminated in connection with certain categories of sales such as, without limitation, sales through investment advisers or sales to our affiliates.

 

The Company will pay to the Dealer Manager a shareholder servicing fee (“Shareholder Servicing Fee”) at a maximum annual rate equal to 0.0% of the Company’s net assets up to $28.2 million and of 1.0% of the Company’s net assets over $28.2 million. The Shareholder Servicing Fee will be payable on a monthly basis. With respect to each share sold, the Shareholder Servicing Fee will be paid until the third anniversary of the applicable month of purchase. All or a portion of which may be reallowed by the Dealer Manager to participating Financial Intermediaries. The purpose of the Shareholder Servicing Fee is to reimburse our Dealer Manager for costs incurred by selected Financial Intermediaries and investment representatives for providing ongoing shareholder services. The Shareholder Servicing Fee is paid pursuant to a Servicing Plan adopted by the Board, including a majority of the Independent Directors and who have no direct or indirect financial interest in the operation of the Servicing Plan or in any agreements entered into in connection therewith. The Servicing Plan will remain in effect for so long as such continuance is reapproved annually by the Board.

 

The Investment Advisor or its affiliates, in Investment Advisor’s discretion and from their own resources, will pay additional compensation to our Dealer Manager in connection with the sale and servicing of shares (“Additional Compensation”). In return for the Additional Compensation, the Company may receive certain marketing advantages. Our Dealer Manager may reallow all or a portion of the Additional Compensation to participating Financial Intermediaries. The Additional Compensation will not be paid by our shareholders.

 

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Current Market Conditions

 

The syndicated loan market was not immune to the volatility witnessed across asset classes during the second quarter, driven by concerns regarding inflation, slowing economic growth, and supply-chain disruptions.  Loan new issuance slowed significantly, at roughly half of Q1’s total volume and has led to a sizable calendar of underwritten loans held by arranging banks that are waiting to be syndicated.  Retail loan mutual funds reported a $2.6 billion net outflow, while the institutional CLO market was rather resilient with $12.7 billion of new issuance for the quarter.  The Credit Suisse Leveraged Loan Index returned -4.35% for the quarter, and the average bid price declined 542 basis points to 91.96.  The U.S. institutional leveraged loan default rate rose to 0.9% at quarter end, up from 0.6% according to Fitch.

 

COVID-19 Developments

 

The rapid, worldwide spread of a novel strain of coronavirus (“COVID-19”) has continued global economic disruption and uncertainty. The impact of the COVID-19 outbreak has affected the global economy, the economies of individual countries, and the financial performance of individual issuers, sectors, industries, asset classes, and markets in significant and unforeseen ways. The COVID-19 pandemic and its effects may last for an extended period of time, and in either case could result in significant market volatility, exchange trading suspensions and closures, declines in global financial markets, higher default rates, and a substantial economic downturn or recession. The foregoing could disrupt the operations of the Company and its service providers, adversely affect the value and liquidity of the Company’s investments, and negatively impact the Company’s performance and your investment in the Company. 

 

Portfolio and Investment Activity

 

As of June 30, 2022, our portfolio had a fair market value of approximately $131,581 thousand, a cost basis of approximately $139,722 thousand and was comprised of leveraged loans and equity securities, measured at fair value. Our loan portfolio consisted of 160 investments in 25 industries and in 2 domiciled countries. The following table depicts a summary of the portfolio as of June 30, 2022 (in thousands):

 

   Investments 
Cost  $139,722 
Cumulative Net Unrealized Depreciation   (8,141)
Fair Value  $131,581 
Yield at Cost   6.21%

 

As of December 31, 2021, our portfolio had a fair market value of approximately $106,997 thousand, a cost basis of approximately $106,443 thousand and was comprised of leveraged loans, measured at fair value. Our loan portfolio consisted of 130 investments in 25 industries and in 2 domiciled countries. The following table depicts a summary of the portfolio as of December 31, 2021 (in thousands):

 

   Investments 
Cost  $106,443 
Cumulative Net Unrealized Appreciation   554 
Fair Value  $106,997 
Yield at Cost   4.90%

 

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As of June 30, 2022, 100% of the term loan investments in the portfolio bore interest at floating rates, with 83.1% of our loan portfolio (at fair value) and 83.0% of our loan portfolio (at cost) having an interest rate floor above 0.0%. The composition of our floating rate loan portfolio by interest rate floor as of June 30, 2022, was as follows (in thousands): 

 

   June 30, 2022 
Interest Rate Floor  Fair Value   % of Floating
Rate Portfolio
   Cost   % of Floating
Rate Portfolio
 
0.00%  $22,252    16.91%  $23,742    16.99%
0.50%   51,369    39.04%   54,672    39.13%
0.75%   37,512    28.51%   39,479    28.26%
1.00%   20,448    15.54%   21,829    15.62%
   $131,581    100.00%  $139,722    100.00%

 

As of December 31, 2021, 100.0% of the investments in the portfolio bore interest at floating rates, with 80.8% of our loan portfolio (at fair value) and 80.8% of our loan portfolio (at cost) having an interest rate floor above 0.0%. The composition of our floating rate loan portfolio by interest rate floor as of December 31, 2021 was as follows (in thousands):

 

   December 31, 2021 
Interest Rate Floor  Fair Value   % of Floating
Rate Portfolio
   Cost   % of Floating
Rate Portfolio
 
0.00%  $20,539    19.20%  $20,465    19.23%
0.50%   29,680    27.74%   29,515    27.73%
0.75%   36,763    34.35%   36,468    34.26%
1.00%   20,015    18.71%   19,995    18.78%
   $106,997    100.00%  $106,443    100.00%

 

The portfolio is actively managed, with a turnover ratio of 71.0% for the six months ended June 30, 2022, our loan portfolio rotation was reflective of the active management style, which seeks to optimize the portfolio based on current market conditions by rotating into positions that have better relative values. Our level of turnover is due to the ramping of the portfolio and fundraising. This high level does provide an indication of the liquidity in our portfolio and the leverage loan market. The annualized average yield as of June 30, 2022 on the investment was 6.60%. The following tables depict the portfolio activity (in thousands):

 

   Three months
ended
June 30,
2022
   Six months
ended
June 30,
2022
 
Fair Value, Beginning  $128,455   $106,997 
Purchases   47,156    119,872 
Sales and Repayments   (36,705)   (86,862)
Non-cash income accrual   46    104 
Net realized gains   59    166 
Net unrealized (depreciation) appreciation   (7,430)   (8,696)
Fair Value, Ending  $131,581   $131,581 

  

   Three months
ended
June 30,
2021
   Six months
ended
June 30,
2021
 
Fair Value, Beginning  $71,106   $67,811 
Purchases   182,071    312,303 
Sales and Repayments   (142,876)   (270,591)
Payment in-kind interest income   3    4 
Non-cash income accrual   32    78 
Net realized gains   597    1,325 
Net unrealized (depreciation) appreciation   37    40 
Fair Value, Ending  $110,970   $110,970 

 

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   Three months
ended
June,
2022
   Six months
ended
June 30,
2022
 
Investments, Beginning   151    130 
Purchases (new)   35    80 
Complete exit   (26)   (50)
Investments, Ending   160    160 

 

   Three months
ended
June,
2021
   Six months
ended
June 30,
2021
 
Investments, Beginning   89    84 
Purchases (new)   133    227 
Complete exit   (85)   (174)
Investments, Ending   137    137 

 

The portfolio was diversified across both issuers and industries with the average investment exposure in our loan portfolio of $822 thousand at fair value, or 0.6% of the total portfolio, as of the three months ended June 30, 2022. The following table shows the loan portfolio composition by industry grouping at fair value as a percentage of total loans as of June 30, 2022:

 

Industry  As of
June 30,
2022
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals   13.1%
Services: Business   12.9%
Banking, Finance, Insurance & Real Estate   11.4%
High Tech Industries   10.7%
Telecommunications   8.1%
Aerospace & Defense   5.3%
Transportation: Cargo   4.2%
Energy: Oil & Gas   3.7%
Hotel, Gaming & Leisure   3.5%
Containers, Packaging & Glass   3.5%
Capital Equipment   3.4%
Retail   2.8%
Automotive   2.4%
Consumer goods: Durable   2.3%
Construction & Building   2.3%
Chemicals, Plastics & Rubber   2.1%
Media: Advertising, Printing & Publishing   1.5%
Services: Consumer   1.4%
Energy: Electricity   1.4%
Transportation: Consumer   1.2%
Media: Broadcasting & Subscription   0.9%
Consumer Goods: Non-durable   0.7%
Forest Products & Paper   0.7%
Utilities: Electric   0.4%
Utilities: Oil & Gas   0.1%
    100.0%

  

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The portfolio was diversified across both issuers and industries with the average investment exposure in our loan portfolio of $823 thousand at fair value, or 0.8% of the total portfolio, as of December 31, 2021. The following table shows the loan portfolio composition by industry grouping at fair value as a percentage of total loans as of December 31, 2021:

 

Industry   As of
December 31,
2021
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals     16.4 %
Services: Business     11.4 %
Telecommunications     10.6 %
High Tech Industries     10.6 %
Banking, Finance, Insurance & Real Estate     7.6 %
Aerospace & Defense     6.4 %
Transportation: Cargo     4.9 %
Energy: Oil & Gas     4.8 %
Capital Equipment     4.4 %
Retail     3.7 %
Hotel, Gaming & Leisure     2.7 %
Automotive     1.9 %
Containers, Packaging & Glass     1.8 %
Energy: Electricity     1.8 %
Services: Consumer     1.8 %
Construction & Building     1.8 %
Consumer goods: Durable     1.3 %
Media: Advertising, Printing & Publishing     1.3 %
Chemicals, Plastics, & Rubber     1.2 %
Forest Products & Paper     0.9 %
Consumer goods: Non-durable     0.7 %
Media: Broadcasting & Subscription     0.5 %
Transportation: Consumer     0.5 %
Utilities: Electric     0.5 %
Metals & Mining     0.5 %
      100.0 %

 

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Results of Operations

 

Operating results were as follows (in thousands):

 

   Three months
ended
June 30,
2022
   Six months
ended
June 30,
2022
 
Investment income:        
Interest income  $1,805   $3,276 
Total investment income   1,805    3,276 
           
Expenses:          
Management fees   414    845 
Interest and debt financing expenses   499    844 
Professional fees   79    157 
Incentive fees   -    (110)
Administration expenses   55    103 
Directors’ fees   20    40 
Custody fees   8    15 
Other general and administrative expenses   245    414 
Total expenses   1,320    2,308 
Less: management fees waived   (271)   (481)
Net expenses   1,049    1,827 
Net investment income   756    1,449 
Net realized gain on investments   59    166 
Net unrealized (depreciation) appreciation on investments   (7,430)   (8,696)
Net realized and unrealized (loss) gain on investments   (7,371)   (8,530)
Net (decrease) increase in net assets  $(6,615)  $(7,081)

 

   Three months
ended
June 30,
2021
   Six months
ended
June 30,
2021
 
Investment income:        
Interest income  $899   $1,793 
Other income   6    15 
Total investment income   905    1,808 
           
Expenses:          
Management fees   451    740 
Interest and debt financing expenses   273    511 
Professional fees   139    298 
Incentive fees   95    205 
Offering costs – paid by Moelis Asset   39    99 
Administration expenses   37    75 
Organization costs   -    36 
Organizational costs – paid by Moelis Asset   -    24 
Directors’ fees   22    42 
Custody fees   8    15 
Other general and administrative expenses   6    55 
Total expenses   1,070    2,100 
Less: management fees waived   (216)   (331)
Less: incentive fee waived   (70)   (135)
Net expenses   784    1,634 
Net investment income   121    174 
Net realized gain on investments   597    1,325 
Net unrealized (depreciation) appreciation on investments   37    40 
Net realized and unrealized (loss) gain on investments   634    1,365 
Net (decrease) increase in net assets  $755   $1,539 

 

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Investment Income

 

Investment income is recorded on the accrual basis to the extent that such amounts are expected to be collected. Where applicable, OID and purchased discounts and premiums are accreted into interest income using the effective interest method. Loan origination fees are deferred and accreted into interest income using the effective interest method. We record prepayment premiums on loans and other investments as interest income when such amounts are received. Investment income for the three and six months ended June 30, 2022 was approximately $1,805 thousand and $3,276 thousand, respectively. Investment income for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 are approximately $905 thousand and $1,808 thousand, respectively.

 

Total Expenses

 

Total expenses for the three and six months ended June 30, 2022 of approximately $1,320 thousand and $2,308 thousand, respectively, include management, incentive, audit and tax preparation fees, organizational costs, offering costs, interest and debt financing costs, directors’ fees, administration expenses and other general and administrative expenses. Total expenses for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 were approximately $1,070 thousand and $2,100 thousand, respectively. Expenses are recognized on an accrual basis. Moelis Asset, parent of the Investment Advisor paid no organizational and offering costs incurred by the Company related to the formation of the entity for the three and six months ended June 30, 2022. For the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 Moelis Asset paid approximately $39 thousand and $123 thousand of organizational and offering costs incurred by the Company related to the formation of the entity, respectively, Moelis Asset will incur these expenses and they will not be charged back to the Company.  

 

For the three and six months ended June 30, 2022, the Investment Advisor waived $271 thousand and $481 thousand of management fees. The actions taken by Moelis Asset and the Investment Advisor effectively reduced total expenses incurred by the Company for the three and six months ended June 30, 2022 of approximately $1,320 thousand to approximately $1,049 thousand and approximately $2,308 thousand to approximately $1,827 thousand, respectively.

 

For the three and six months ended June 20, 2021, the Investment Advisor waived $216 thousand and $331 thousand of management fees and $70 thousand and $135 thousand of incentive fees, respectively. The actions taken by Moelis Asset and the Investment Advisor effectively reduced total expenses incurred by the Company for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 of approximately $1,070 thousand to $784 thousand and $2,100 thousand to $1,634 thousand, respectively.

 

Net Realized Gain on Investments

 

Sales and repayments of investments during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022 totaled approximately $36,705 thousand and $86,862 thousand, respectively, resulting in net realized gains of approximately $59 thousand and $166 thousand, respectively.

 

Sales and repayments of investments during the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 totaled approximately $142,876 thousand and $270,591 thousand resulting in net realized gains of approximately $597 thousand and $1,325 thousand, respectively. 

 

Net Unrealized Appreciation or Depreciation on Investments

 

Unrealized depreciation during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022 totaled approximately $7,430 thousand and $8,696 thousand, respectively, reflects the changes in fair value of investments as determined in compliance with the Investment Advisor’s valuation policy. The unrealized appreciation during the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 that totaled approximately $37 thousand and $40 thousand, respectively, reflects the changes in fair value of investments as determined in compliance with the Investment Advisor’s valuation policy.

 

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Taxes

 

We elected to be treated, and intend to qualify annually to maintain our election to be treated, as a RIC under Subchapter M of the Code. To maintain our RIC tax election, we must, among other requirements, meet certain annual source-of-income and quarterly asset diversification requirements. We also must annually distribute dividends for U.S. federal income tax purposes to our stockholders out of the assets legally available for distribution of an amount generally at least equal to 90% of the sum of our net ordinary income and realized net short-term capital gains in excess of realized net long-term capital losses, or investment company taxable income, determined without regard to any deduction for dividends paid.

 

Although not required for us to maintain our RIC tax status, in order to avoid the imposition of a 4% nondeductible federal excise tax imposed on RICs, we must distribute dividends for U.S. federal income tax purposes to our stockholders in respect of each calendar year of an amount at least equal to the Excise tax Avoidance Requirement.

 

Because federal income tax regulations differ from GAAP, distributions in accordance with tax regulations may differ from net investment income and net realized gain recognized for financial reporting purposes. Differences between tax regulations and GAAP may be permanent or temporary. Permanent differences are reclassified among capital accounts in the Consolidated Financial Statements to reflect their appropriate tax character. Temporary differences arise when certain items of income, expense, gain or loss are recognized at some time in the future.

 

We have formed and expect to continue to form certain taxable subsidiaries, including the Taxable Subsidiary, which are taxed as corporations. These taxable subsidiaries allow us to hold equity securities of certain portfolio companies treated as pass-through entities for U.S. federal income tax purposes while facilitating our ability to qualify as a RIC under the Code.

 

Financial Condition, Liquidity and Capital Resources

 

We generate cash primarily from the net proceeds of any offering of shares of our common stock and from cash flows from interest and fees earned from our investments and principal repayments and proceeds from sales of our investments. We may also fund a portion of our investments through borrowings from banks and issuances of senior securities, including before we have fully invested the proceeds of the Private Offering. Our primary use of cash is investments in portfolio companies, payments of our expenses and payment of cash distributions to our stockholders.

 

Capital Contributions

 

For the three and six months ended June 30, 2022, the Company issued and sold 310,510 shares and 963,427 shares of Common Stock with a par value of $0.001 per share for an aggregate offering price of $3,182 thousand and $10,290 thousand, respectively. For the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, the Company issued and sold 1,075,820 shares and 1,148,986 shares of Common Stock with a par value of $0.001 per share for an aggregate offering price of $11,808 thousand and $12,608 thousand, respectively. The sale of its common stock was made pursuant to subscription agreements between the Company and the investors, and the issuance of the common stock was exempt from the registration requirements of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, pursuant to Section 4(a)(2) thereof and Regulation D thereunder.

 

Our shares of common stock constitute illiquid investments for which there is not, and will likely not be, a secondary market at any time prior to a public offering and listing of our shares on a national securities exchange. There can be no guarantee that we will conduct a public offering and list our shares on a national securities exchange. Investment in the Company is suitable only for sophisticated investors and requires the financial ability and willingness to  be exposed to higher liquidity risk than would be the case were the securities publicly listed and actively traded.

 

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We provide moderate liquidity to our shareholders by offering a quarterly share repurchase program. As of June 30, 2022, no shares have been tendered through the share repurchase program.

 

As of August 15, 2022, the Company issued 5,415,228 shares of Common Stock.

 

Borrowings

 

October 13, 2020, we entered into a two-year secured revolving Credit Agreement (the “Credit Agreement”) with BNP Paribas (“BNP”) as lender and administrative agent (the “BNP Credit Facility”) providing a maximum of $45.0 million (“Maximum Facility Amount”) to Steele Creek Capital Funding I, LLC (“Funding I”). The Company created a wholly owned subsidiary, Funding I, which it will use to hold the Company’s investments, and a first priority continuing security interest in, to and under each investment, all underlying investments and underlying assets has been granted to BNP to be used as collateral for the BNP Credit Facility. During the BNP Credit Facility’s revolving period, it bears interest at LIBOR plus 175 basis points. We believe that our capital resources will provide us with the flexibility to take advantage of market opportunities when they arise. For the three and six months ended June 30, 2022, we had an average of $82,683 thousand and $79,494 thousand outstanding under the BNP Credit Facility, respectively. For the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, we had an average of $45,000 thousand and $43,463 thousand outstanding under the BNP Credit Facility.

 

Funding I is required to pay an administrative agent fee equal to $25 thousand per annum and a structuring fee equal to 0.25% of the Maximum Facility Amount paid on the twelve month anniversary of the closing date. Additionally, an unused fee is payable quarterly in arrears in an amount equal to 0.70% on the actual daily unused amount greater than 20% of the Maximum Facility Amount under the BNP Credit Facility from April 13, 2021 to the end of the revolving period.

 

On April 29, 2021, Funding I executed an amendment to the BNP Credit Facility. The amendment solidified the LIBOR transition to Secured Overnight Financing Rate (“SOFR”) for the planned discontinuation of LIBOR. The amendment also increased the Individual Lender Maximum Facility Amount from $45,000 thousand to $80,000 thousand. 

 

On October 28, 2021, the Company executed an additional amendment to the Credit Agreement. Material amendments included at this time include the revolving period being extended 36 months, from 12 months to 48 months and the interest rate being reduced from LIBOR plus 175 basis points to LIBOR plus 140 basis points. The advance rate was increased from 67.5% to 70% and expanded to include a triple C bucket with a 60% advance rate. The structuring fee was increased from 0.25% of the Maximum Facility Amount to 0.50% of the Maximum Facility Amount and will be paid in three equal installments (December 2021, December 2022, and December 2023). Updates were made to allow for more flexibility to move capital out of the facility subject to certain covenants. Except as described above, all other terms and provisions of the Agreement remain in full force and effect.

 

On March 22, 2022, the Company amended the Credit Agreement between Steele Creek Capital Funding I, LLC, BNP Paribas, and the Company as dated October 13, 2020 and as previously amended (the “Agreement”). Material amendments to the Agreement include the interest rate being converted from LIBOR plus 140 basis points to SOFR plus 140 basis points plus 15 basis points. In addition, the Individual Lender Maximum Facility Amount increased from $80,000 thousand to $95,000 thousand and the language and requirements related to the Agreed Upon Procedures provided by independent accountants were amended to be more appropriate for the underlying collateral.

 

Distribution Policy

 

To the extent that we have income available, we intend to distribute quarterly dividends to our stockholders. Our quarterly dividends, if any, will be determined by our Board. Any dividends to our stockholders will be declared out of assets legally available for distribution.

 

We intend for the Company to elect to be treated, and intend to qualify annually thereafter, as a RIC under the Code. To obtain and maintain RIC tax treatment, among other things, we must distribute dividends to our stockholders in respect of each taxable year of an amount at least equal to 90% of the sum of our net ordinary income and net short-term capital gains in excess of our net long-term capital losses (“investment company taxable income”), determined without regard to any deduction for dividends paid. In order to avoid certain excise taxes imposed on RICs, we currently intend to distribute dividends to our stockholders in respect of each calendar year of an amount at least equal to the sum of: (1) 98% of our net ordinary income (taking into account certain deferrals and elections) for such calendar year; (2) 98.2% of our capital gains in excess of capital losses (“capital gain net income”), adjusted for certain ordinary losses, generally for the one-year period ending on October 31 of such calendar year; and (3) any net ordinary income and capital gain net income for preceding years that were not distributed during such years and on which we previously paid no U.S. federal income tax.

 

We currently intend to distribute net capital gains (i.e., net long-term capital gains in excess of net short-term capital losses), if any, at least annually out of the assets legally available for such distributions. However, we may decide in the future to retain such capital gains for investment, incur a corporate-level tax on such capital gains, and elect to treat such capital gains as deemed distributions to you. If this happens, you will be treated for U.S. federal income tax purposes as if you had received an actual distribution of the capital gains that we retain and reinvested the net after tax proceeds in us. In this situation, you would be eligible to claim a tax credit equal to your allocable share of the tax we paid on the capital gains deemed distributed to you. We cannot assure you that we will achieve results that will permit us to pay any cash distributions, and if we issue senior securities, we will be prohibited from making distributions if doing so would cause us to fail to maintain the asset coverage ratios stipulated by the 1940 Act or if such distributions are limited by the terms of any of our borrowings.

 

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Asset Coverage

 

In accordance with the 1940 Act, the Company has historically only been allowed to borrow amounts such that its “asset coverage,” as defined in the 1940 Act, is at least 200% after such borrowing, permitting the Company to borrow up to one dollar for investment purposes for every one dollar of investor equity. “Asset coverage” generally refers to a company’s total assets, less all liabilities and indebtedness not represented by “senior securities,” as defined in the 1940 Act, divided by total senior securities representing indebtedness and, if applicable, preferred stock. “Senior securities” for this purpose includes borrowings from banks or other lenders, debt securities and preferred stock.

 

On March 23, 2018, the SBCAA was signed into law. The SBCAA, among other things, modifies the applicable provisions of the 1940 Act to reduce the required asset coverage ratio applicable to BDCs from 200% to 150% subject to certain approval, time and disclosure requirements (including either stockholder approval or approval of a majority of the directors who are not interested persons of the BDC and who have no financial interest in the proposal). On October 5, 2020, the Board and the Members of MSC Capital LLC voted to approve the adoption of the reduced asset coverage ratio.

 

As of June 30, 2022 and December 31, 2021, the Company had total senior securities of $86,300 thousand and $70,380 thousand, respectively, consisting of borrowings under the Credit Facility, and had asset coverage ratios of 156.3% and 166.8%, respectively. For a discussion of certain risks associated with the reduction of the required minimum asset coverage ratio applicable to the Company, see “Risk Factors — Risks Related to Our Business and Structure — The SBCAA allows us to incur additional leverage, which may increase the risk of investing with us.

 

Critical Accounting Policies

 

Valuation Procedures

 

Under procedures established by our Board and in accordance with the 1940 Act, we value investments for which market quotations are readily available at such market quotations. Assets listed on an exchange will be valued at their last sales prices as reported to the consolidated quotation service at 4:00 P.M. eastern time on the date of determination. If no such sales of such securities occurred, such securities will be valued at the mean between the last available bid and ask prices as reported by an independent, third party pricing service on the date of determination. Debt and equity securities that are not publicly traded or whose market prices are not readily available will be valued at fair value, subject at all times to the oversight and approval of our Board. Such determination of fair values may involve subjective judgments and estimates, although we will also engage independent valuation providers to review the valuation of each portfolio investment that constitutes a material portion of our portfolio and that does not have a readily available market quotation at least once annually. With respect to unquoted securities, our Investment Advisor, together with our independent valuation advisors, and subject at all times to the oversight and approval of our Board, will value each investment considering, among other measures, discounted cash flow models, comparisons of financial ratios of peer companies that are public and other factors. We intend to retain one or more independent providers of financial advisory services to assist the Investment Advisor and the Board by performing certain limited third-party valuation services. We may appoint additional or different third-party valuation firms in the future.

 

When an external event such as a purchase transaction, public offering or subsequent equity sale occurs with respect to a fair-valued portfolio company or comparable company, our Board will use the pricing indicated by the external event to corroborate and/or assist us in our valuation. Because we expect that there will not be a readily available market for many of the investments in our portfolio, we expect to value many of our portfolio investments at fair value as determined in good faith by our Board using a documented valuation policy and a consistently applied valuation process. Due to the inherent uncertainty of determining the fair value of investments that do not have a readily available market value, the fair value of our investments may differ significantly from the values that would have been used had readily available market quotations existed for such investments, and the differences could be material.

 

Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) Accounting Standards Codification (“ASC”) Topic 820 – Fair Value Measurements and Disclosures (“ASC Topic 820”) specifies a hierarchy of valuation techniques based on whether the inputs to those valuation techniques are observable or unobservable. ASC Topic 820 also provides guidance regarding a fair value hierarchy, which prioritizes information used to measure fair value and the effect of fair value measurements on earnings and provides for enhanced disclosures determined by the level of information used in the valuation. In accordance with ASC Topic 820, these inputs are summarized in the three levels listed below.

 

Level 1 – Valuations are based on quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities that are accessible at the measurement date.

 

Level 2 – Valuations are based on quoted prices in markets that are not active or for which all significant inputs are observable, either directly or indirectly and model-based valuation techniques for which all significant inputs are observable.

 

Level 3 – Valuations are based on inputs that are unobservable and significant to the overall fair value measurement. Level 3 assets and liabilities include financial instruments whose value is determined using pricing models incorporating significant unobservable inputs, such as discounted cash flow models and other similar valuations techniques. The valuation of Level 3 assets and liabilities generally requires significant management judgment due to the inability to observe inputs to valuation.

 

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In certain cases, the inputs used to measure fair value may fall into different levels of the fair value hierarchy. In such cases, an investment’s level within the fair value hierarchy is based on the lowest level of observable input that is significant to the fair value measurement. Our assessment of the significance of a particular input to the fair value measurement in its entirety requires judgment, and it considers factors specific to the investment.

 

With respect to investments for which market quotations are not readily available, our Investment Advisor will undertake a multi-step valuation process each quarter, as described below:

 

  Investments for which no such market prices are available or reliable will be preliminarily valued at such value as the Investment Advisor may reasonably determine, which may include third party valuations;

 

  The audit committee of our Board (the “Audit Committee”) will then review these preliminary valuations;

 

  At least once annually, the valuation for each portfolio investment that constitutes a material portion of our portfolio and that does not have a readily available market quotation will be reviewed by an independent valuation firm; and

 

  Our Board will then discuss valuations and determine the fair value of each investment in our portfolio in good faith, based on the input of our Investment Advisor, the respective independent valuation firms and the Audit Committee.

 

Investment Transactions, Realized/Unrealized Gains or Losses, and Income Recognition

 

Investment transactions are recorded on a trade date basis (for publicly-traded investments and securities traded through dealer markets) or upon closing of the transaction (for private investments). The cost of an investment includes all costs incurred by the Company as part of the purchase of such investment. The difference between the initially recognized cost and the subsequent fair value measurement of an investment is reflected as “net change in unrealized appreciation on non-controlled/non-affiliate company investments” on the Consolidated Statements of Operations.

 

Realized gain or loss from an investment is recorded at the time of disposition and calculated using the weighted average cost method. Unrealized gain or loss reflects the changes in fair value of investments as determined in compliance with the Investment Advisor’s valuation policy.

 

Interest income, adjusted for amortization of market premium and accretion of market discount, is recorded on an accrual basis to the extent that we expect to collect such amounts. Interest income on debt instruments is accrued and recognized for those issuers who are currently paying in full or expected to pay in full. For those issuers who are in default or expected to default, interest is not accrued and is only recognized when received. Interest income and expense include discounts accreted and premiums amortized on certain debt instruments as determined in good faith by the Adviser and calculated using the effective interest method. Loan origination fees, original issue discounts and market discounts or premiums are capitalized as part of the underlying cost of the investments and accreted or amortized over the life of the investment as interest income.

 

Management and Incentive Fees

 

The base management fee and the income-based incentive fees are expensed each quarter and payable in arrears. Additionally, we accrue a capital gains-based incentive fee quarterly that is paid annually in arrears. The accrual for the capital incentive fee includes the recognition of incentive fee on unrealized capital gains, even though such incentive fee is neither earned nor payable to the Adviser until the gains are both realized and in excess of unrealized depreciation on investments. The amount of capital gains incentive fee expense related to the hypothetical liquidation of the portfolio (and assuming no other changes in realized or unrealized gains and losses) would only become payable to the Adviser in the event of a complete liquidation of the Company’s portfolio as of period end and the termination of the Advisory Agreement on such date. Also, it should be noted that while we accrue the capital incentive fee quarterly, the expense will fluctuate with the Company’s overall investment results and the expense will be finalized at year end.

  

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Expenses

 

For the three and six months ended June 30, 2022, the Company incurred expenses of approximately $1,320 thousand and $2,308 thousand, respectively, primarily related to management fees, incentive fees, interest and debt financing expenses, organization expenses, professional fees, directors’ fees, offering costs and administration and custodian fees. For the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, the Company incurred expenses of approximately $1,070 thousand and $2,100 thousand, respectively.

  

Federal Income Taxes

 

We have elected to be treated, and to qualify annually, as a RIC under Subchapter M of the Code. Generally, a RIC is not subject to federal income taxes on distributed income and gains if it distributes at least 90% of its net ordinary income and net short-term capital gains in excess of its net long-term capital losses, if any, to its stockholders. We intend to distribute sufficient dividends to maintain our RIC status each year and we do not anticipate paying any material federal income taxes in the future.

 

Investment Income

 

For debt investments, we record interest income on the accrual basis to the extent that such amounts are expected to be collected. OID and purchased discounts and premiums are accreted/amortized into interest income using the effective interest method, where applicable. Loan origination fees are deferred and accreted into interest income using the effective interest method. We record prepayment premiums on loans and other investments as interest income when such amounts are received. We stop accruing interest on investments when it is determined that interest is no longer collectible. As of June 30, 2022 and June 30, 2021, we had no loans on non-accrual status.

 

Net Realized Gains or Losses and Net Change in Unrealized Appreciation or Depreciation

 

We measure realized gains or losses by the difference between the net proceeds from the repayment or sale and the amortized cost basis of the investment, without regard to unrealized appreciation or depreciation previously recognized, but considering unamortized upfront fees and prepayment penalties. Net change in unrealized appreciation or depreciation reflects the change in portfolio investment values during the reporting period, including any reversal of previously recorded unrealized appreciation or depreciation, when gains or losses are realized.

 

Realized gains and losses from securities transactions and unrealized appreciation and depreciation of securities are determined using the identified cost basis method for financial reporting.

 

Contractual Obligations

 

Commitments to extend credit include loan proceeds we are obligated to advance, such as delayed draws. Commitments generally have fixed expiration dates or other termination clauses. The par amount of the unfunded commitments is not recognized by the Company until the commitment becomes funded. As of June 30, 2022 and December 31, 2021 the Company had unfunded commitments of $383 thousand and $2,051 thousand, respectively.

 

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Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements

 

Other than contractual commitments and other legal contingencies incurred in the normal course of our business, we do not expect to have any off-balance sheet financings or liabilities. These instruments include commitments to extend credit and fund equity capital and involve, to varying degrees, elements of liquidity and credit risk in excess of the amount recognized in the balance sheet. As of June 30, 2022, we had a total of $383 thousand in outstanding commitments comprised of investments with commitments to fund revolving loans that had not been fully drawn or term loans with additional commitments not yet funded. As of December 31, 2021, we had a total of $2,051 thousand in outstanding commitments comprised of investments with commitments to fund revolving loans that had not been fully drawn or term loans with additional commitments not yet funded.

 

Related Party Transactions

 

As of June 30, 2022, affiliates owned approximately 45% of the Company representing approximately $21,893 thousand of the Company’s net assets. As of December 31, 2021, affiliates owned approximately 55% of the Company representing approximately $25,901 thousand of the Company’s net assets.

 

For the three and six months ended June 30, 2022 and the three months ended June 30, 2021, Moelis Asset, parent of the Investment Advisor did not make a contribution to the Company. For the six months ended June 30, 2021, Moelis Asset, parent of the Investment Advisor contributed approximately $36 thousand to pay organizational and offering costs incurred by the Company related to the formation of the entity. Moelis Asset has incurred these expenses and they will not be charged back to the Company.

 

Separate from the contributions made above, the Company may, from time to time, purchase investments from, or sell investments to affiliates of our Investment Advisor at fair value on the trade date. For the three and six months ended June 30, 2022 and June 30, 2021, there were no purchases of investments from or sales of investments to affiliates of our Investment Advisor.

 

For the three and six months ended June 30, 2022, the Company incurred $20 thousand and $40 thousand in directors’ fees expense, respectively. For the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, the Company incurred $22 thousand and $42 thousand in directors’ fees expense, respectively. On August 13, 2021, the Board agreed to make investments rather than gross assets the basis for their fee to be more in line with the waivers implemented for management fees.

  

The Company carries employment practices liability, directors and officers and errors and omission insurance. For the best interests of the Company, these policies are joint liability policies with Moelis Asset and its affiliates.

  

Organizational and Offering Expenses

 

For the three and six months ended June 30, 2022 the Company did not incur organizational or offering expenses. For the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, the Company incurred $39 thousand and $159 thousand of organizational and offering costs, respectively. Organizational costs are expensed as incurred and offering cost are amortized over a 12 month period. For the three and six months ended June 30, 2022 Moelis Asset, parent of the Investment Advisor, did not pay any organizational and offering costs incurred by the Company. For the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 Moelis Asset paid approximately $39 thousand and $123 thousand of organizational and offering costs incurred by the Company related to the formation of the entity, respectively. Moelis Asset incurred these expenses and they will not be charged back to the Company.

 

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Investment Advisory Agreement

 

We have entered into the Investment Advisory Agreement with the Investment Advisor, an affiliate of Moelis Asset, which was approved by our Board and our sole stockholder for an initial two-year term, under which the Investment Advisor, subject to the overall supervision of our Board manages the day-to-day operations of, and provides investment advisory services to us. Subsequent to that two-year term, the Board will approve the Investment Advisory Agreement of Investment Advisor for renewal annually.

 

The base management fee is calculated at a maximum annual rate of 1.0% of the average of the weighted average (based on the number of shares outstanding each day in the quarter) of our gross assets (including uninvested cash and cash equivalents) at the end of each of the two most recently completed calendar quarters. Net management fees for the three and six months ended June 30, 2022 were $143 thousand and $364 thousand, respectively. The Company elected to waive a portion of the management fee and charged management fees on investments rather than gross assets. The Investment Advisor has agreed to a 6.0% priority dividend to shareholders before receiving a fee for the services it provides to the Company.

   

Administration Agreement

 

We have entered into the Administration Agreement with the Administrator, an affiliate of Moelis Asset, which was approved by our Board and our sole stockholder for an initial two-year term, under which the Administrator, subject to the overall supervision of our Board manages the day-to-day operations of, and provides office space, office services and equipment and other administration services to us. Subsequent to that two-year term, the Board will approve the Administration Agreement of Administrator for renewal annually.

 

Recent Developments

 

Management has evaluated subsequent events through the date of issuance of these financial statements and has determined that there are no subsequent events outside the ordinary scope of business that require adjustment to, or disclosure in, the financial statements other than those disclosed below.

 

On July 1, 2022, the Company issued and sold 61,107 shares of its common stock to certain investors for an aggregate offering price of $563 thousand. The sale of its common stock was made pursuant to subscription agreements between the Company and the investors, and the issuance of the common stock was exempt from the registration requirements of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, pursuant to Section 4(a)(2) thereof and Regulation D thereunder.

 

On July 15, 2022, the Company issued and sold 73,722 shares of its common stock to certain investors for an aggregate offering price of $673 thousand. The sale of its common stock was made pursuant to subscription agreements between the Company and the investors, and the issuance of the common stock was exempt from the registration requirements of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, pursuant to Section 4(a)(2) thereof and Regulation D thereunder.

 

On August 5, 2022, the Company issued and sold 5,651 shares of its common stock to certain investors for an aggregate offering price of $54 thousand. The sale of its common stock was made pursuant to subscription agreements between the Company and the investors, and the issuance of the common stock was exempt from the registration requirements of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, pursuant to Section 4(a)(2) thereof and Regulation D thereunder.

 

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Item 3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk.

 

We are subject to financial market risks, including changes in interest rates. Interest rate sensitivity refers to the change in our earnings that may result from changes in the level of interest rates. Because we expect to fund a portion of our investments with borrowings, our net investment income is expected to be affected by the difference between the rate at which we invest and the rate at which we borrow. As a result, there can be no assurance that a significant change in market interest rates will not have a material adverse effect on our net investment income.

 

As of June 30, 2022, 100% of our loan portfolio bore interest at floating rates with 83.1% (at fair value) having an interest rate floor between 0.50% and 1.00%. The floating rate loans are usually based on a LIBOR (or an alternative risk-free floating interest rate index) rate and typically have durations ranging from one to six months, after which they reset to current market interest rates. Floating rate investments subject to a floor generally reset to the current market index after one to nine months if the index exceeds the floor. For positions with an interest rate floor, we do not benefit from increases in interest rates until such rates exceed the floor and thereafter benefit from market rates above any such floor.

 

Assuming that the consolidated statement of assets and liabilities as of June 30, 2022 was to remain constant and that we took no actions to alter our existing interest rate sensitivity, the following table shows the annualized impact of hypothetical base rate changes in interest rates:

 

   As of June 30, 2022 
Basis Point Changes  Interest
Income
   Interest
Expense
   Net
Income
 
Up 300 basis points  $4,236   $(2,589)  $1,647 
Up 200 basis points   2,824    (1,726)   1,098 
Up 100 basis points   1,412    (863)   549 
Down 100 basis points   (1,391)   863    (528)
Down 200 basis points   (1,997)   1,726    (271)

 

Although management believes that this measure is indicative of our sensitivity to interest rates, it does not reflect any potential impact to the fair value of our investments as a result of changes to interest rates, nor does it adjust for potential changes in the credit market, credit quality, size and composition of the assets in our consolidated statement of assets and liabilities and other business developments that could affect the net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations or net investment income. Accordingly, no assurances can be given that actual results would not differ materially from those shown above.

 

Item 4. Controls and Procedures.

 

Evaluation of Disclosure Controls and Procedures

 

As of June 30, 2022, we, including our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, evaluated the effectiveness of the design and operation of our disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Rule 13a-15(e) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”). Based on that evaluation, our management, including the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, concluded that our disclosure controls and procedures were effective and provided reasonable assurance that information required to be disclosed in our periodic SEC filings is recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time periods specified in the SEC’s rules and forms, and that such information is accumulated and communicated to our management, including our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, as appropriate, to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosure. However, in evaluating the disclosure controls and procedures, management recognized that any controls and procedures, no matter how well designed and operated can provide only reasonable assurance of achieving the desired control objectives, and management necessarily was required to apply its judgment in evaluating the cost-benefit relationship of such possible controls and procedures.

 

Changes in Internal Control over Financial Reporting

 

There have been no changes in our “internal control over financial reporting” (as defined in Rule 13a 15(f) of the Exchange Act) that occurred during our quarter ended June 30, 2022 that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting. 

 

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PART II—OTHER INFORMATION

 

Item 1. Legal Proceedings.

 

We are not currently subject to any material legal proceedings, nor, to our knowledge, is any material legal proceeding threatened against us. From time to time, we may be a party to certain legal proceedings in the ordinary course of business, including proceedings relating to the enforcement of our rights under loans to or other contracts with our portfolio companies.

 

Item 1A. Risk Factors.

 

In addition to the other information set forth in this report, you should carefully consider the factors discussed in Part I, “Item 1A. Risk Factors” in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021 (the “Annual Report on Form 10-K”), which could materially affect our business, financial condition and/or operating results. The risks described in our Annual Report on Form 10-K are not the only risks we face. Additional risks and uncertainties that are not currently known to us or that we currently deem to be immaterial also may materially adversely affect our business, financial condition and/or operating results. Other than the risk factors below, during the six months ended June 30, 2022, there have been no material changes from the risk factors set forth in our Annual Report on Form 10-K.

 

Item 2. Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds.

 

None.

 

Item 3. Default Upon Senior Securities.

 

None.

 

Item 4. Mine Safety Disclosures.

 

Not applicable.

 

Item 5. Other Information.

 

None.

 

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Item 6. Exhibits, Financial Statement Schedules

 

Exhibit
Index

   
3.1   Form of Articles of Incorporation (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.1 to Registrant’s Amendment No. 1 to Registration Statement on Form 10 (File No. 000-56189) filed on November 9, 2020).
     
3.2   Bylaws (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.2 to Registrant’s Amendment No. 1 to Registration Statement on Form 10 (File No. 000-56189) filed on November 9, 2020).
     
10.7*   Form of Subscription Agreement
     
31.1*   Certification of Chief Executive Officer pursuant to Securities Exchange Act Rule 13a-14(a), as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
     
31.2*   Certification of Chief Financial Officer pursuant to Securities Exchange Act Rule 13a-14(a), as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
     
32.1*   Certification of Chief Executive Officer pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
     
32.2*   Certification of Chief Financial Officer pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002

 

 

* Filed herewith

 

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SIGNATURES

 

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.

 

  Steele Creek Capital Corporation
   
Date: August 15, 2022 /s/ Glenn Duffy
  Name:  Glenn Duffy
  Title:  Chief Executive Officer,
Chief Investment Officer, and President
(Principal Executive Officer)
   
Date: August 15, 2022 /s/ Douglas Applegate Jr.
  Name:  Douglas Applegate Jr.
  Title: Chief Financial Officer
(Principal Financial and Accounting Officer)

 

 

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Exhibit 10.7

 

 

Subscription Agreement Electronic Consent

 

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Electronic Signature (Optional)

 

By checking this box, I elect to execute any offering documents, subscription package and other documents (documents) electronically and I understand that should I execute the documents, my electronic signature, whether digital or encrypted, included in the documents is intended to authenticate the documents and to have the same force and effect as a manual signature. Electronic signature means any electronic sound, symbol, or process attached to or logically associated with a record and executed and adopted by an investor with the investor’s intent to sign such record.

 

I acknowledge that my consent to the execute any documents electronically may be updated or cancelled at any time by calling S2K Financial LLC at 877.227.4141 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm EST Monday-Friday.

 

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Steele Creek Capital Corporation Subscription Agreement

 

1. INVESTMENT

 

Gross Amount*: $   ¨ Check this box if investor is intending to waive commission paid to registered representative or is purchasing through an RIA or participating in a wrap account or fee-only account approved by the broker-dealer or RIA.
 
* Net amount invested will be provided in your Confirmation and Account Summary statement and will be equal to the gross amount invested above less applicable selling commissions.
Investment Type:  Initial Investment ($25,000 minimum)  Additional Investment ($5,000 minimum)  State of Sale: ____
           

2. OWNERSHIP TYPE (Select only one.)

 

             
    Non-Custodial Accounts    

Custodial Accounts

(The Custodian must sign and provide a Medallion Signature Guarantee in Section 12)

 
             
  Individual   Traditional IRA  
  Individual or Joint TOD1        
             
  Tenants in Common (All parties must sign.)   ROTH IRA  
             
  Community Property (All parties must sign.)   SEP IRA  
             
  Joint Tenants w/ Rights of Survivorship (All parties must sign.)   KEOGH Plan  
             
  Partnership (Authorized signature required.)2  

Other (including

Beneficiary IRA)       ______________________

 
             
  Corporate Ownership (Authorized signature required.)3     Custodian Information  
             
  Limited Liability Company (Authorized signature required.)4     Name of Custodian _____________________  
             
  Estate (Personal representative.)5     Mailing Address   _____________________  
             
  Qualified Pension Plan (Authorized signature required.)     _____________________  
             
  Trust6     _____________________  
           
  Other       __________________________   Custodian Tax ID Number _____________________  
           
        Custodian Account Number _________________  
Required documentation: 1) Fill out Transfer on Death information in Section 3D to effect designation 2) Title and signature pages of the partnership agreement. 3) Articles of incorporation 4) LLC Agreement 5) Letters of testamentary or letters of administration or a small estate affidavit 6)Title and signature pages of the trust or a trust certification form. 7) Fill out deceased’s information in Section 3C   Custodian Telephone Number _______________  

  

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3. SUBSCRIBER INFORMATION
   
A. Entity Name – Partnership/LLC/Corporation/Trust/Other
  (Trustee(s) and/or authorized signatory(s) information MUST be provided in Sections 3B and 3C.)
   

  Entity Name Tax ID Number Date of Trust
       
  Entity Type (Select one. Required)    
       

  ¨ Retirement Plan ¨ Trust ¨ S-Corp ¨ C-Corp ¨ LLC ¨ Partnership ¨ Other___________
               

 

B. Investor (Investor/Trustee/Executor/Authorized Signatory Information)

  First Name Middle Name Last Name Daytime Phone Number
         
         
  Social Security Number Date of Birth (MM/DD/YYYY) E-mail Address
         

 

  Mailing Address (if PO Box or Principal Place of Business, complete residential address section is required) City State Zip Code
         
         
  Residential Address (Leave blank if Residential/Mailing Address are the same) City State Zip Code
         

 

  If Non-U.S. Citizen, Specify Country of Citizenship and select one below (Required)
   

  ¨ Resident Alien ¨  Non-Resident Alien (Attach a completed  Form W8-BEN)  
       

 

C. Co-Investor (Co-Investor/Co-Trustee/Co-Authorized Signatory Information, if applicable.
  Beneficiary IRA: complete deceased’s Name, Social Security Number, Date of Birth and Date of Death)
   

  First Name Middle Name Last Name Daytime Phone Number
         

 

  Social Security Number Date of Birth (MM/DD/YYYY) Date of Death (MM/DD/YYYY) E-mail Address
         

 

  Mailing Address (if PO Box or Principal Place of Business, complete residential address section is required) City State Zip Code
         
         
  Residential Address (Leave blank if Residential/Mailing  Address are the same) City State Zip Code
         

 

  If Non-U.S. Citizen, Specify Country of Citizenship and select one below (Required)
   

  ¨ Resident Alien ¨ Non-Resident Alien (Attach a completed Form W8-BEN)  

 

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3. SUBSCRIBER INFORMATION (continued)
   
  D. Transfer on Death Beneficiary Information (Individual or Joint Account with rights of survivorship only.)
  (Not available for Louisiana residents. Beneficiary Date of Birth required. Whole percentages only; must equal 100%.)

 

  First Name (MI) Last Name SSN: Date of Birth (MM/DD/YYYY) Primary
            Secondary   %
  Relationship:                

 

  First Name (MI) Last Name SSN: Date of Birth (MM/DD/YYYY) Primary
            Secondary   %
  Relationship:                

 

  First Name (MI) Last Name SSN: Date of Birth (MM/DD/YYYY) Primary
            Secondary   %
  Relationship:                

 

4. DISTRIBUTIONS (Select only one for Non-Custodial accounts. For Custodial-held accounts, the funds must be sent to the Custodian. )
   
  Complete this section to elect how to receive cash distributions. If this section is not completed, distributions will be sent to address of record set forth above.
 
  I hereby elect the distribution option indicated below:
   

  A.   Check Mailed to the address set forth above (Available for Non-Custodial Investors only.)
  B. Check Mailed to Third Party
       

  Name/Entity Name/Financial Institution Mailing Address
     
     

  City State Zip Code Account Number (Required)
         

 

  C. ☐  Direct Deposit. Attach a pre-printed voided check. (Non-Custodial Investors Only)

 

  I authorize Steele Creek Capital Corporation (the Company) or its agent to deposit my distribution into my checking or savings account. This authority will remain in force until I notify the Company in writing to cancel it. In the event that the Company deposits funds erroneously into my account, they are authorized to debit my account for an amount not to exceed the amount of the erroneous deposit.
   

  Name/Entity Name/Financial Institution Mailing Address
     

  City State Zip Code  
         

  ABA/Routing Number Account Number Checking Account Savings Account

 

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5.ELECTRONIC DELIVERY

 

¨Check here for electronic delivery and complete this Section 5.

 

Electronic delivery of stockholder communication is available and if you would prefer to receive such communications and statements electronically for the Company, please affirmatively elect to do so by signing below where indicated.

 

The Company encourages you to reduce printing and mailing costs and to conserve natural resources by electing to receive electronic delivery of stockholder communications. By consenting below to electronically receive stockholder communications, including your account information, you authorize the Company to either (i) email stockholder notifications to you directly or (ii) make them available on the Company’s website and notify you by email when such documents are available and how to access the documents.

 

Your email address will be held in confidence and used only for matters relating to your investment.

 

You will not receive paper copies of these electronic materials unless specifically requested, the delivery of electronic materials is prohibited or the Company, in its sole discretion, elects to send paper copies of the materials.

 

Sign below if you consent to the electronic delivery of documents for the Company, including annual reports, proxy materials and any other documents that may be required to be delivered under federal or state securities laws as well as account-specific information such as tax information. Your consent will be effective until you revoke it. In addition, by consenting to electronic access, you will be responsible for your customary Internet Service Provider charges in connection with access to these materials. An email address in the section below is required. Please carefully read the following representations before consenting to receive documents electronically.

 

Joint Accounts: If your Social Security number is the primary number on a joint account and you opt-in for electronic delivery, each consenting stockholder must have access to the email account provided.

 

By signing below and consenting to receive documents electronically, you represent the following:

 

(a)I acknowledge that access to both the Internet and email is required in order to access documents electronically. I may receive by email notification access to a document in electronic format. The notification email will contain a web address (or hyperlink) where the document can be found. By entering this address into my web browser, I can view, download and print the document from my computer. I acknowledge that there may be costs associated with the electronic access, such as usage charges from my Internet Service Provider and telephone provider, and that these costs are my responsibility.

(b)I acknowledge that the documents distributed electronically may be provided in Adobe’s Portable Document Format (PDF). The Adobe Reader® software is required to view documents in PDF format. The Reader software is available free of charge from Adobe’s website at www.adobe.com. The Reader software must be correctly installed on my system before I will be able to view documents in PDF format. Electronic delivery also involves risks related to system or network outage that could impair my timely receipt of or access to stockholder communications.

(c)I acknowledge that I may receive at no cost from the Company a paper copy of most documents delivered electronically by calling Investor Services at 877-227-4141.

(d)I acknowledge that if the email notification is returned to the Company as “undeliverable,” the Company will resume sending paper copies of materials to my address of record.

(e)I acknowledge that my consent may be canceled by sending a signed written request to the email address or mailing address for the Company provided on the signature page of this Subscription Agreement.

 

Electronic Delivery Acknowledgment Only

 

X       X      
  Signature of Investor   Date   Signature of Co-Investor   Date

 

  Investor E-mail
   

 

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6. ACCREDITED INVESTOR STATUS

 

The undersigned hereby certifies that the Investor is an “accredited investor” as such term is defined under Regulation D promulgated under the Securities Act, pursuant to the following representations, and agrees to promptly notify the Company and the  Registered Representative if the undersigned no longer remains an “accredited investor” as such term is defined under Regulation D promulgated under the Securities Act:

 

For Individuals, Individual Retirement Accounts, and Keogh Plans: (Please check all that apply)

 

   

I have an individual net worth, or my spouse/spousal equivalent and I have a combined net worth, in excess of $1,000,000.1

    I had individual income (exclusive of any income attributable to my spouse) of more than $200,000 in each of the past two years, or joint income with my spouse /spousal equivalent of more than $300,000 in each of those years, and I reasonably expect to reach the same income level in the current year.
    The Investor is an individual retirement account or Keogh plan, the individual for whose benefit the investment in the Company is being made has directed such investment, and such individual is an accredited investor because such individual has a net worth or income as described above.
    I am a director or executive officer of the Company.
  I am a natural person holding in good standing one or more of the following qualifying professional certifications: the General Securities Representative license (Series 7), the Private Securities Offerings Representative license (Series 82), and the Licensed Investment Adviser Representative (Series 65).
  I am a natural person who is a “knowledgeable employee” as defined in Rule 3c-5 under the Investment Company Act because I am (i) an executive officer (president, any vice president in charge of a principal business unit, division or function (such as sales, administration or finance), any other officer who performs a policy-making function, or any other person who performs similar policy-making functions), director, trustee, general partner, advisory board member, or person serving in a similar capacity, of the Company or the Investment Manager or (ii) an employee of the Company or the Investment Manager (other than an employee performing solely clerical, secretarial or administrative functions with regard to the Partnership or its investments) who, in connection with his or her regular functions or duties, participates in the investment activities of (a) the Company, (b) another Section 3(c)(1) or Section 3(c)(7) company, or (c) an investment company managed by the Investment Manager, provided that such employee has been performing such functions and duties for or on behalf of the Company or the Investment Manager, or substantially similar functions or duties for or on behalf of another company, for at least twelve (12) months.

 

For Trusts: (Please check all that apply)

 

  The Investor is a trust with total assets in excess of $5,000,000, was not formed for the specific purpose of acquiring Shares, and its purchase is directed by a person who has such knowledge and experience in financial and business matters that it is capable of evaluating the merits and risk of the prospective investment.
  The Investor is a trust having as its trustee or co-trustee a bank as defined in Section 3(a)(2) of the Securities Act, a savings and loan association, or another institution as defined in Section 3(a)(5)(A) of the Securities Act, which makes or participates in the investment decision.
  The Investor is a revocable trust which may be amended or revoked at any time by the grantors thereof and all of the grantors are accredited investors.
   
  For Corporations, Foundations, Endowments, Partnerships, LLCs or Massachusetts or Similar Business Trusts: (Please check all that apply.)
   
  The Investor has total assets in excess of $5,000,000 and was not formed for the specific purpose of acquiring Shares.
 

All of the Investor’s equity owners are accredited investors.

Note: A trust (other than a business trust, real estate investment trust or other similar entities) may not claim this basis for being an accredited investor.

 

The Investor is an entity, of a type not listed elsewhere in this Accredited Investor questionnaire, that was not formed for the specific purpose of acquiring the Interests and that owns “investments”2 in excess of $5,000,000.

 

 

1“Spousal equivalent” means a cohabitant occupying a relationship generally equivalent to that of a spouse.

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For purposes of this Accredited Investor questionnaire, the term “investments” means any or all: (i) securities (as defined in the 1933 Act), except for securities of issuers controlled by the Investor (“Control Securities”), unless (A) the issuer of the Control Securities is itself a registered or private investment company or is exempted from the definition of investment company by Rule 3a-6 or Rule 3a-7 under the Investment Company Act, (B) the Control Securities represent securities of an issuer that files reports pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Exchange Act, (C) the issuer of the Control Securities has a class of securities listed on a designated offshore securities market under Regulation S under the 1933 Act, or (D) the issuer of the Control Securities is a private company with shareholders’ equity not less than $50 million determined in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, as reflected in the company’s most recent financial statements (provided such financial statements were issued within 16 months of the date of the Investor’s acquisition of the Interests), (ii) futures contracts or options thereon held for investment purposes, (iii) commodity interests and physical commodities held for investment purpose, (iv) swaps and other similar financial contracts entered into for investment purposes, (v) real estate held for investment purposes, and (vi) cash and cash equivalents held for investment purposes.

 

Note: Investments can be valued at cost or fair market value as of a recent date. If investments have been acquired with indebtedness, the amount of the indebtedness must be deducted in determining whether the threshold has been met.

 

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6.ACCREDITED INVESTOR STATUS (continued)

 

For Employee Benefit Plans: (Please check all that apply)

 

  The Investor is an employee benefit plan within the meaning of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, as amended (“ERISA”), and the decision to invest in the Company was made by a plan fiduciary (as defined in Section 3(21) of ERISA), which is either a bank, savings and loan association, insurance company or registered investment advisor.
  The Investor is an employee benefit plan within the meaning of ERISA and has total assets in excess of $5,000,000.
    The Investor is a plan established and maintained by a state, its political subdivisions, or any agency or instrumentality of a state or its political subdivisions for the benefit of its employees and has total assets in excess of $5,000,000.
   
  For Participant-Directed or Self Directed Plans: (Please check all that apply)
   
  The Investor is a participant-directed or self-directed plan (i.e., a tax-qualified defined contribution plan in which a participant may exercise control over the investment of assets credited to his or her account), the participant for whose benefit the investment in the Company is being made has directed such investment, and such participant is an accredited investor because such participant has a net worth or income as described above for Individuals.
     
  For Family Offices and Family Clients: (Please check all that apply)
     
  The Investor is a “family office,” as defined in Rule 202(a)(11)(G)-1 under the U.S. Investment Advisers Act of 1940 (the “Advisers Act”): (i) with assets under management in excess of $5,000,000, (ii) that is not formed for the specific purpose of acquiring the investment, and (iii) whose prospective investment is directed by a person who has such knowledge and experience in financial and business matters that such family office is capable of evaluating the merits and risks of the prospective investment.
  The Investor is a “family client,” as defined in Rule 202(a)(11)(G)-1 under the Advisers Act, of a family office meeting the requirements in above and whose prospective investment in the Company is directed by such family office pursuant to Item (iii) above.
     

I declare that the information supplied above is true and correct and may be relied upon by the Company.

 

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7.SUBSCRIPTION FOR SHARES

 

  (A) The offer and sale of Shares in the Company is being made pursuant to a private placement exemption provided in Section 4(2) of the Securities Act and Rule 506 promulgated thereunder, by means of a private placement memorandum dated December 14, 2020, as supplemented or amended (the “Memorandum”). Investor hereby irrevocably subscribes for and agrees to purchase Shares on the terms provided for herein and in the Memorandum, and is delivering the Investment Amount set forth in Section 1 above with this subscription agreement as payment for the Shares. The Investor agrees to and understands the terms and conditions upon which the Shares are being offered, including, without limitation, the risk factors referred to in the Memorandum.
  (B) Shares will be purchased and sold, and the Investor admitted as a shareholder of the Company, when the Company accepts the Investor’s subscription for Shares and payment for the Shares is received by the Company (the “Closing”). The Closing will be as of such date (the “Closing Date”) as is specified by the Company in a notice to the Investor whose subscription for Shares is accepted as of such Closing Date. Shares subscribed for herein shall not be deemed to be issued to, or owned by, the Investor prior to the Closing.
  (C) The Investor understands and agrees that the Company has the right, to be exercised in its sole discretion, to accept or reject any subscription in whole or in part for a period of 30 days after receipt of the subscription. Any subscription not accepted within 30 days of receipt shall be deemed rejected. In the event of rejection of this subscription, this Subscription Agreement shall have no force or effect.
  (D) The effectiveness of this Subscription Agreement and the obligation of the Investor to be bound hereunder shall be subject to the satisfaction of the following conditions at Closing:

  (1) On the Closing Date, the Investor’s subscription hereunder shall be permitted by the laws and regulations of each jurisdiction to which the Investor is subject.

  (2)

If on the Closing Date any of the conditions specified in this Subscription Agreement shall not have been fulfilled, the Investor shall, upon delivery of written notice to the Company prior to the Closing Date, be relieved of all further obligations under this Subscription Agreement.

         

8.REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES OF INVESTOR

 

By executing the Subscription Agreement, Investor represents, warrants and agrees as follows:

 

  (A) The Investor will not sell or otherwise transfer the Shares, directly or indirectly, without the consent of the Company (which consent may be withheld for any or no reason by the Company in its sole and absolute discretion) without registration under the Securities Act or an exemption therefrom, and the Investor fully understands and agrees that it must bear the economic risk of its investment for an indefinite period of time because, among other reasons, the Shares have not been registered under the Securities Act or under the securities laws of certain states of the United States or other jurisdictions in reliance on exemptions from such registration and, therefore, cannot be resold, pledged, assigned or otherwise disposed of unless they are subsequently registered under the Securities Act and under applicable securities laws of such states of the United States or other jurisdictions or an exemption from such registration is available. The Investor understands that the Company is not under any obligation to register the Shares on its behalf or to assist it in complying with any exemption from such registration under the Securities Act or otherwise. The Investor understands that there is no established market for the Shares and no public market for the Shares is likely to develop. It also understands that sales or transfers of the Shares are further restricted by the securities laws of the states of the United States and of other jurisdictions. The Company may condition any consent on receipt from the Investor of an opinion of counsel and certificates, covenants, representations or warranties reasonably acceptable to the Company. Any such transfer made without the consent of the Company shall be void and shall not at any time have any force or effect.
  (B) The Investor has received and carefully read a copy of the Memorandum outlining, among other things, the organization and investment objectives and policies of, and the risks of an investment in, the Company as well as the fees and conflicts of interest to which the Company is subject. The Investor acknowledges that in making a decision to subscribe for Shares, the Investor has relied solely upon the Memorandum. The Investor agrees that the contents of the Memorandum and related documents is to be kept confidential and the Investor has not reproduced, duplicated or delivered the Memorandum or this Subscription Agreement to any other person, except to professional advisors of the Investor.

 

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8.REPRESENTATIONSAND WARRANTIES OF INVESTOR (continued)

 

  (C) The Investor has been given the opportunity to ask questions of, and receive answers from, the Company concerning the business to be conducted by the Company and the terms and conditions of the offering and has been given the opportunity to obtain such additional information necessary to verify the accuracy of the information contained in the Memorandum and other materials authorized by the Company received from the Company or the Investor’s  Registered Representative, including all Company documents, records and books, or that which was otherwise provided in order for the Investor to evaluate the merits and risks of the purchase of Shares to the extent the Company possesses such information or can acquire it without unreasonable efforts or expense, and has not relied on any offering literature except as mentioned herein or in the Memorandum.
  (D) The Investor has not been furnished with any oral or written representation in connection with the offering of the Shares which is not contained herein, in the Memorandum, or in other materials authorized by the Company received from the Company or the Investor’s  Registered Representative.
  (E) The Investor is not relying on the Company with respect to individual tax and other economic considerations involved in this investment. Regarding the tax and other economic considerations related to this investment, the Investor has relied on the advice of, or has consulted with, only its own advisors. An Investor in the Company who is a tax-exempt entity acknowledges that the Company may generate unrelated business taxable income (“UBTI”) and that neither the Company nor any of its affiliates will have any liability to such Investor by reason of the Company generating UBTI.
  (F) The Investor has such knowledge and experience in financial and business matters that the Investor is capable of evaluating the merits and risks of the Investor’s investment in the Shares and is able to bear such risks, and has obtained, in the Investor’s judgment, sufficient information from the Investor’s  Registered Representative, the Company or its authorized representatives to evaluate the merits and risks of such investment. The Investor has evaluated the risks of investing in the Shares and has determined that the Shares are a suitable investment for the Investor.
  (G) The Investor has the financial ability to bear the economic risk of its investment in the Shares, has adequate means for providing for its current needs and personal or other contingencies and has no need for liquidity with respect to its investment in the Shares. The Investor has determined that it could bear a complete loss of this investment.
  (H) The Investor is acquiring the Shares subscribed for herein for its own account, for investment purposes only and not with a view to distribute or resell such Shares in whole or in part, no other Person has a direct or indirect ownership interest in the Shares other than as a stockholder in, partner or member of, or, if the Investor is a trust, beneficiary of, the Investor, and there are no put, call, or similar arrangements with respect to the Shares.
  (I) If the undersigned is, or is investing on behalf of, a tax-exempt entity (including an IRA), a qualified pension, profit sharing, or stock bonus plan or a tax-exempt educational organization, the undersigned represents that the undersigned and the Investor have each consulted with knowledgeable, independent tax and ERISA advisors in evaluating an investment in the Company as a permissible and an appropriate investment after taking into consideration, among other factors, the diversification requirements of Section 404(a)(3) of ERISA and the illiquidity of the investment, and have concluded it is an appropriate investment under the plan documents, including that the investment will not result in a non exempt prohibited transaction under Section 406 of ERISA or Section 4975 of the Code if applicable, and is consistent with any fiduciary obligations the undersigned and the governing body of such Investor may have under ERISA or other applicable law. The undersigned represents that it is independent of the Company or any of its affiliates and that neither the undersigned nor the Investor is relying on any advice with respect to such matters from the Company or its representatives or agents but, rather, has made an independent evaluation of the risks and benefits of such an investment. The Investor deliver to the Company in writing all of the information that the Company may request in order to avoid violations of any provision of ERISA or any other laws applicable to the Investor, and promptly will notify the Company, in writing, of any change in the information so furnished.

  (J) The Investor agrees and is aware that:

  (1) no U.S. federal or state agency has passed upon the Shares or made any findings or determination as to the fairness of this investment;
  (2) there are substantial risks of loss of investment (including the risk of loss of the entire amount invested) incidental to the purchase of the Shares, including those summarized in the Memorandum;
  (3) any statements, estimates or projections that have been provided are forward-looking statements and are based on estimates and assumptions that may prove incorrect, and actual results could differ materially from forward-looking statements and targeted results; and
  (4) the Company and its affiliates may provide similar services to investment funds in which the Investor will have no interest and there may be other potential conflicts as described in the Memorandum.

  (K) The execution, delivery and performance by the Investor of this Subscription Agreement are within the powers of the Investor, have been duly authorized and will not constitute or result in a breach or default under, or conflict with, any order, ruling or regulation of any court or other tribunal or of any governmental commission or agency, or any agreement or other undertaking, to which the Investor is a party or by which the Investor is bound, and, if the Investor is not an individual, will not violate any provisions of the organizational documents of the Investor. The signature on this Subscription Agreement is genuine, and the signatory, if the Investor is an individual, has legal competence and capacity to execute the same, or, if the Investor is not an individual, the signatory has been duly authorized to execute the same, and this Subscription Agreement constitutes a legal, valid and binding obligation of the Investor, enforceable against the Investor in accordance with its terms.

 

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8.REPRESENTATIONSAND WARRANTIES OF INVESTOR (continued)

 

  (L) The Investor agrees to timely furnish additional information or documentation regarding its ownership structure and the Investor’s suitability if the Company reasonably requests such information or documentation.
  (M) The Investor represents and covenants that (i) the Investor is not (1) identified on the U.S. Department of Treasury Office of Foreign Assets Control (“OFAC”) list of Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons (the “SDN List”); (2) owned or controlled by or acting on behalf of any person or entity listed on the SDN List; (3) to the best of Investor’s knowledge, the target of any sanction, regulation, or law promulgated by OFAC or any other U.S. governmental entity (such sanctions, regulations and laws, together with any supplement or amendment thereto, the “U.S. Sanctions Laws”) such that the entry into this Agreement or the performance of any of the transactions contemplated hereby would contravene such U.S. Sanctions Laws; or (4) to the best of Investor’s knowledge, owned or controlled by or acting on behalf of any person or entity that is the target of any U.S. Sanctions Laws such that the entry into this Agreement or the performance of any of the transactions contemplated hereby would contravene such U.S. Sanctions Laws; (ii) the monies used to fund the Investor’s investment in the K Shares and/or Units have not been and will not be derived from or related to any illegal activities, including but not limited to, money laundering activities, and the proceeds from the Investor’s investment in the Units will not be used to finance any illegal activities; and (iii) the acceptance of this Agreement, together with related payments, will not breach any applicable money laundering or related rules or regulations (including, without limitation, any statutes, rules or regulations in effect under the laws of the United States pertaining to prohibitions on money laundering or anti-terrorist financing or to transacting business or dealing in property that may be blocked or may belong to Specially Designated Nationals as those terms are used by OFAC).
  (N) Investor acknowledges and agrees that the Company and its affiliates may release confidential information given by the Investor to the Company about the Investor to regulatory or law enforcement authorities, if the Company, in its sole and absolute discretion, determines that it is in the best interest of the Company to do so, or to such parties as the Company may deem advisable if it is called upon to establish the availability under any applicable law of an exemption from registration of the Shares or the Company, to demonstrate compliance or to comply with any laws, rules or regulations to which the Company or any other service provider providing services to any of the foregoing is or becomes subject, or if the contents thereof are relevant to any issue in any action, suit, or proceeding to which the Company is a party or by which it is or may be bound, or to lenders, attorneys, accountants, prospective Investors and service providers and other representatives or advisors in the ordinary course of business.
  (O) If the undersigned is acquiring the Shares in a fiduciary capacity: (i) the foregoing representations, warranties and agreements shall be deemed to have been made on behalf of the person or persons for whose benefit such Shares are being acquired; (ii) the name of such person or persons is indicated herein; and (iii) such further information as the Company deems appropriate shall be furnished regarding such person or persons.
  (P) The Investor shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless the Company and any of its managers, officers, employees, partners, agents, directors or controlling persons (each, an “Indemnified Party” and collectively, the “Indemnified Parties”) who was or is a party or is threatened to be made a party to any threatened, pending or completed action, suit or proceeding, whether civil, criminal, administrative or investigative, against losses, liabilities and expenses of each Indemnified Party (including attorneys’ fees, judgments, fines and amounts paid in settlement, payable as incurred) incurred by such person or entity in connection with such action, arbitration, suit or proceeding, by reason of or arising from (i) any misrepresentation or misstatement of facts or omission to represent or state facts made by the undersigned, including, without limitation, the information in this Subscription Agreement, or (ii) litigation or other proceeding brought by the undersigned against an Indemnified Party wherein the Indemnified Party is the prevailing party.
  (Q) The Investor agrees and is aware that the Company, Steele Creek Investment Management LLC (“Investment Advisor”) and S2K Financial LLC (the “Dealer Manager”), and their respective officers, directors, employees and affiliates are not undertaking to provide impartial investment advice or to give advice in a fiduciary capacity in connection with the offering of the Shares, and that the Company, the Investment Advisor and the Dealer Manager have financial interests associated with the purchase of the Shares, as described in the Memorandum, including fees, expense reimbursements and other payments they anticipate receiving from the Company in connection with the purchase of the Shares.
  (R) The foregoing representations, warranties and agreements shall survive the Closing and the termination of the Company. The Investor agrees to notify the Company of any changes prior to Closing.

 

I declare that the information supplied above is true and correct and may be relied upon by the Company.

 

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9.MISCELLANEOUS

  

  (A) This Subscription Agreement, and the documents referenced in this Subscription Agreement, constitute the entire agreement among the parties hereto with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersede any prior or contemporaneous understandings, representations, warranties or agreements (whether oral or written) and may be amended only by a writing executed by all parties.
  (B) This Subscription Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Maryland, without reference to conflict of law or choice of law rules.

 

10.

Texas Residents Only - Designation of Representative for Notice Request (Form 98-1036) (Optional)

Texas Property Code, Title 6, Section 74.1011 requires businesses, financial institutions and other holders of unclaimed property to mail a written notice to the last known address of known owners of property to inform them that, due to inactivity, their accounts may be delivered to the Texas Comptroller. Effective Sept. 1, 2017, Texas Property Code, Title 6, sections 72.1021 and 73.103 allow the owners of financial accounts, mutual funds or contents of a safe deposit box to designate representatives for their accounts, for the purpose of receiving the notice required in Section 74.1011. The owner of the account(s) may, but is not required to, designate the name and a mailing or email address of a representative of the owner only for the purpose of receiving the notice required in Section 74.1011. To designate a representative to receive notices for your account(s), please complete the Designation of Representative for Notice Request form.

 

11.SUBSCRIBER SIGNATURE TO SUBSCRIPTION AGREEMENT

 

  (A) The Company is required by law to obtain, verify and record certain personal information from you or persons on your behalf in order to admit you as a Shareholder of the Company. Required information includes name, date of birth, permanent residential address and social security/taxpayer identification number. The Company may also ask to see other identifying documents. If you do not provide the information, the Company may not be able to admit you as a Shareholder of the Company. By signing the Subscription Agreement, you agree to provide this information and confirm that this information is true and correct. If the Company is unable to verify your identity, or that of another person(s) authorized to act on your behalf, or if the Company believes it has identified potentially criminal activity, the Company reserves the right to take action as it deems appropriate, which may include removing you as a Shareholder.
  (B) IN WITNESS WHEREOF, intending to irrevocably bind the undersigned and the personal representatives, successors, and assigns of the undersigned, by signing below on the date indicated, the undersigned hereby executes, adopts and agrees to be bound by all of the terms, conditions, representations, and agreements of this Subscription Agreement and is delivering with this Subscription Agreement the Investment Amount set forth in Section 1 above as payment for the Shares.

 

TAXPAYER IDENTIFICATION/SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER CONFIRMATION (required): The Investor signing below, under penalties of perjury, certifies that: (i) the number shown on this Subscription Agreement is my correct taxpayer identification number (or I am waiting for a number to be issued to me); (ii) I am not subject to backup withholding because (a) I am exempt from backup withholding, (b) I have not been notified by the Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”) that I am subject to backup withholding as a result of a failure to report all interest or dividends, or (c) the IRS has notified me that I am no longer subject to backup withholding; and (iii) I am a U.S. person (including a resident alien).

 

NOTE:You must cross out (ii) above if you have been notified by the IRS that you are currently subject to backup withholding because you have failed to report all interest and dividends on your tax return.

 

The IRS does not require consent to any provision of this document other than the certifications required to avoid backup withholding.

  

X

 

       X      
  Signature of Investor   Date  

Signature of Co-Investor or Custodian

(If applicable.)

  Date

  

Medallion Signature Guarantee (custodial accounts):

  

 

 

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12.BROKER-DEALER/REGISTERED REPRESENTATIVE/REGISTERED INVESTMANT ADVISOR INFORMATION (Required Information. All fields must be completed.)

 

The Registered Representative (RR) or Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) must sign below to complete the order. Please note that unless previously agreed to in writing by the Company, all sales of securities must be made through a broker-dealer, including when an RIA has introduced the sale. In all cases, this Section 6 must be completed. The Registered Representative must sign below. The RR or RIA and broker-dealer hereby warrants that he/she is duly licensed and may lawfully sell Shares in the state designated as the investor’s legal residence, or the state in which the sale was made, if different.

 

Broker-Dealer/RIA Firm

 

Registered Representative/RIA Name

Mailing Address

 

City State Zip Code

Registered Representative/RIA Number

 

Branch Number   Telephone Number

E-mail Address

 

  Fax Number
             

The undersigned confirm(s), which confirmation is made on behalf of the Broker-Dealer with respect to sales of securities made through a Broker-Dealer, that they (i) have a substantive, pre-existing relationship with the Investor, and have reasonable grounds to believe that the information and representations concerning the Investor identified herein are true, correct and complete in all respects; (ii) have discussed such Investor’s prospective purchase of Shares with such Investor; (iii) have advised such Investor of all pertinent facts with regard to the lack of liquidity and marketability of the Shares, and apprised the Investor of the risks of an investment in the Shares as described in the Memorandum (as defined herein); (iv) have delivered the Memorandum and related supplements, if any, to such Investor; (v) have reasonable grounds to believe that the Investor is purchasing these Shares for his or her own account; (vi) is in compliance with any applicable enhanced standard of conduct, including, but not limited to, the “best interest” standard applicable to broker-dealers under Rule 15l-1 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and (vii) have reasonable grounds to believe that the purchase of Shares is a suitable investment for such Investor and that such Investor is in a financial position to enable such Investor to realize the benefits of such an investment and to suffer any loss that may occur with respect thereto.

 

The undersigned Registered Representative certifies and agrees that:

 

“I am not and have not been the subject of a “disqualifying event” as described in Rule 506(d) promulgated under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”), that would require disclosure in the Memorandum or that would adversely affect the Company’s reliance on any federal or state securities registration exemption. I agree that I shall promptly notify the Company and my Broker-Dealer home office if I become the subject of a disqualifying event after the date hereof and through the termination of the offering of Shares.”

  

The undersigned Registered Representative further represents and certifies that, in connection with this subscription for Shares, he or she has complied with and has followed all applicable policies and procedures under his or her firm’s existing Anti-Money Laundering Program and Customer Identification Program, including OFAC compliance.

 

X        X      
  Representative/RIA Signature   Date  

Signature of Authorized Principal

(If required by Broker-Dealer)

  Date

 

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13. SUBSCRIPTION AND PAYMENT INSTRUCTIONS

 

Return to:

 

Steele Creek Capital Corporation

Mailing Address:

 

USBGFS c/o Steele Creek

615 E. Michigan Ave

Milwaukee, WI 53202

 

Checks should be made payable to: Steele Creek Capital Corporation

 

Subscription agreements that do not require a Medallion Signature Guarantee (non-custodial accounts) may be emailed directly to [email protected].

 

Wire transfers:

 

ABA Routing Number       075000022
Account Number   1-823-8356-9791

Account Name   U.S. BANCORP FUND SERVICES, LLC FBO STEELE CREEK CAPITAL

  

Please include investor’s name in the reference field

 

 

IF YOU NEED FURTHER ASSISTANCE, PLEASE CALL S2K FINANCIAL LLC AT (877) 227-4141.

 

 

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Exhibit 31.1

 

Certification of Chief Executive Officer

 

I, Glenn Duffy, Chief Executive Officer of Steele Creek Capital Corporation, certify that:

 

1.I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Steele Creek Capital Corporation;

 

2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by this report;

 

3.Based on my knowledge, the financial statements, and other financial information included in this report, fairly present in all material respects the financial condition, results of operations and cash flows of the registrant as of, and for, the periods presented in this report;

 

4.The registrant’s other certifying officer and I are responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e)) for the registrant and have:

 

(a)Designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure controls and procedures to be designed under our supervision, to ensure that material information relating to the registrant, including its consolidated subsidiaries, is made known to us by others within those entities, particularly during the period in which this report is being prepared;

 

(b)Evaluated the effectiveness of the registrant’s disclosure controls and procedures and presented in this report our conclusions about the effectiveness of the disclosure controls and procedures, as of the end of the period covered by this report based on such evaluation; and

 

(c)Disclosed in this report any change in the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the registrant’s most recent fiscal quarter (the registrant’s fourth fiscal quarter in the case of an annual report) that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting; and

 

5.The registrant’s other certifying officer and I have disclosed, based on our most recent evaluation of internal control over financial reporting, to the registrant’s auditors and the audit committee of the registrant’s board of directors (or persons performing the equivalent functions):

 

(a)All significant deficiencies and material weaknesses in the design or operation of internal control over financial reporting which are reasonably likely to adversely affect the registrant’s ability to record, process, summarize and report financial information; and

 

(b)Any fraud, whether or not material, that involves management or other employees who have a significant role in the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting.

 

Dated this 15th day of August 2022.

 

By: /s/ Glenn Duffy  
  Glenn Duffy  
  Chief Executive Officer  

Exhibit 31.2

 

Certification of Chief Financial Officer

 

I, Douglas Applegate Jr., Chief Financial Officer of Steele Creek Capital Corporation, certify that:

 

1.I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Steele Creek Capital Corporation;

 

2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by this report;

 

3.Based on my knowledge, the financial statements, and other financial information included in this report, fairly present in all material respects the financial condition, results of operations and cash flows of the registrant as of, and for, the periods presented in this report;

 

4.The registrant’s other certifying officer and I are responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e)) for the registrant and have:

 

(a)Designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure controls and procedures to be designed under our supervision, to ensure that material information relating to the registrant, including its consolidated subsidiaries, is made known to us by others within those entities, particularly during the period in which this report is being prepared;

 

(b)Evaluated the effectiveness of the registrant’s disclosure controls and procedures and presented in this report our conclusions about the effectiveness of the disclosure controls and procedures, as of the end of the period covered by this report based on such evaluation; and

 

(c)Disclosed in this report any change in the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the registrant’s most recent fiscal quarter (the registrant’s fourth fiscal quarter in the case of an annual report) that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting; and

 

5.The registrant’s other certifying officer and I have disclosed, based on our most recent evaluation of internal control over financial reporting, to the registrant’s auditors and the audit committee of the registrant’s board of directors (or persons performing the equivalent functions):

 

(a)All significant deficiencies and material weaknesses in the design or operation of internal control over financial reporting which are reasonably likely to adversely affect the registrant’s ability to record, process, summarize and report financial information; and

 

(b)Any fraud, whether or not material, that involves management or other employees who have a significant role in the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting.

 

Dated this 15th day of August 2022.

 

By: /s/ Douglas Applegate Jr.  
  Douglas Applegate Jr.  
  Chief Financial Officer  

 

 

Exhibit 32.1

 

Certification of Chief Executive Officer

Pursuant to

Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (18 U.S.C. 1350)

 

In connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the period ended June 30, 2022 (the “Report”) of Steele Creek Capital Corporation (the “Registrant”), as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof, I, Glenn Duffy, the Chief Executive Officer of the Registrant, hereby certify, to the best of my knowledge, that:

 

(1)The Report fully complies with the requirements of Section 13(a) or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended; and

 

(2)The information contained in the Report fairly presents, in all material respects, the financial condition and results of operations of the Registrant.

 

    /s/ Glenn Duffy
  Name: Glenn Duffy
  Date: August 15, 2022

 

 

Exhibit 32.2

 

Certification of Chief Financial Officer

Pursuant to

Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (18 U.S.C. 1350)

 

In connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the period ended June 30, 2022 (the “Report”) of Steele Creek Capital Corporation (the “Registrant”), as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof, I, Douglas Applegate, the Chief Financial Officer of the Registrant, hereby certify, to the best of my knowledge, that:

 

(1)The Report fully complies with the requirements of Section 13(a) or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended; and

 

(2)The information contained in the Report fairly presents, in all material respects, the financial condition and results of operations of the Registrant.

 

    /s/ Douglas Applegate Jr.
  Name: Douglas Applegate Jr.
  Date: August 15, 2022

 



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