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Exhibit 99.1

 

 

FULL CIRCLE CAPITAL CORPORATION ANNOUNCES

THIRD QUARTER FISCAL 2012 EARNINGS

 

Announces Monthly Distributions of $0.077 Cents per Share for a Total of $0.231 Per Share
for First Fiscal Quarter 2013, Equal to Annualized Distribution Rate of $0.924 Per Share

 

Closed $9.3 Million in Originations since March 31, 2012

 

RYE BROOK, NY, May 10, 2012Full Circle Capital Corporation (Nasdaq: FULL) (the “Company”) today announced its financial results for the third quarter of fiscal 2012 ended March 31, 2012.

 

For the quarter ended March 31, 2012, the Company recorded net investment income of $1.1 million, or $0.18 per share, and a net increase in net assets resulting from operations of $1.5 million, or $0.25 per share. Net asset value was $8.94 per share at March 31, 2012 compared to $8.92 per share at December 31, 2011.

 

On May 7, 2012, the Board of Directors declared monthly distributions for the first quarter of fiscal 2013 as follows:

 

Record Date Payment Date Per Share Amount
July 31, 2012 August 15, 2012 $0.077
August 31, 2012 September 14, 2012 $0.077
September 28, 2012 October 15, 2012 $0.077

 

These monthly distributions equate to a $0.924 annualized distribution rate or a current annualized yield of 12.3%, based on the closing price of the Companys common stock of $7.52 per share on May 9, 2012.

 

Financial Highlights for the Third Quarter of Fiscal 2012

 

ØNet asset value was $8.94 per share at March 31, 2012.
ØWeighted average portfolio interest rate was 12.98% at March 31, 2012 compared to 13.04% at December 31, 2011.
ØTotal investment income was $2.4 million, including fee income from structuring fees and other sources of $0.2 million.
ØNet investment income was $1.1 million, or $0.18 per share.
ØNet increase in net assets resulting from operations was $1.5 million, or $0.25 per share.
ØTotal portfolio investments at March 31, 2012 were $66.1 million (excluding U.S. treasury bills of $30.0 million), compared to $64.6 million (excluding U.S. treasury bills of $32.5 million) at December 31, 2011.
ØThe Company funded $1.4 million to existing borrowers, funded $0.6 million in one new investment and received a $0.5 million repayment from one borrower.
 
 

 

ØAt March 31, 2012, excluding U.S. Treasury bills, 92% of investments were first lien senior secured loans.
ØAt March 31, 2012, debt outstanding was $15.8 million consisting of $12.4 million drawn under the Company’s $35.0 million senior credit facility and $3.4 million under its senior unsecured notes.
ØFull Circle paid monthly distributions of $0.077 per share on February 15, 2012 and March 15, 2012 and April 13, 2012.
ØPer share amounts for the quarter ended March 31, 2012 are based on approximately 6.2 million weighted average shares outstanding.

 

Recent Funding Activity

 

On May 1, 2012, the Company invested $4.25 million in a term loan bearing interest at LIBOR plus 12.75% to Matt Martin Real Estate Management, LLC. Matt Martin Real Estate Management, LLC provides real estate disposition services to federal government agencies and other parties.

 

On May 8, 2012 the Company invested $5.0 million in a senior secured loan bearing interest at 12.00% to Employment Plus, Inc. Employment Plus, Inc. provides temporary and permanent staffing services to the private sector across multiple industries.

 

Taking into account the $9.25 million of new loan funding subsequent to March 31, 2012, valued at cost and not fair value (which has not yet been determined), the Company’s portfolio assets on a pro forma basis total approximately $75.4 million at May 9, 2012.

 

Management Commentary

 

“With the two new loan originations, totaling $9.25 million, which closed subsequent to March 31, 2012, our loan portfolio has reached its highest level since our IPO in August 2010. With these added investments we are moving closer to full deployment at current liquidity levels, which we expect will result in higher investment income from the larger portfolio,” said John Stuart, chairman and chief executive officer of Full Circle Capital Corp. “We continue to move forward on opportunities in our transaction pipeline. Demand for our flexible uni-tranche lending solutions in our target market of lower middle and smaller market companies remains strong.”

 

“Our investing strategy – to invest in first lien senior secured loans to smaller and lower middle-market companies with a significant level of risk protection and a desirable yield - is reflected in our portfolio metrics. 92% of our portfolio consists of first lien senior secured loans, which gives us the first call on a borrower’s collateral. We remain well positioned for an eventual rise in interest rates with floating rate loans accounting for 91% of the portfolio, which we believe is in the top tier of the BDC universe. In addition, the yield on our loan portfolio remains approximately 13%.”

 

Third Quarter Fiscal 2012 Results

 

The Company’s net asset value at March 31, 2012 was $8.94 per share. For the third fiscal quarter ended March 31, 2012, the Company recorded net unrealized appreciation of $0.4 million resulting primarily from fair value adjustments.

 
 

 

 

The Company generated $2.2 million of interest income during the period, of which 100% was paid in cash. Fee income from structuring fees and other sources totaled $0.2 million. The Company recorded net investment income of $1.1 million, or $0.18 per share, and a net increase in net assets resulting from operations of $1.5 million, or $0.25 per share.

 

During the quarter, the Company funded $1.4 million to existing borrowers, funded $0.6 million in one new investment and received a $0.5 million repayment from one borrower.

 

At March 31, 2012, the Company’s portfolio (excluding U.S. Treasury bills and money market funds) included investments in 17 companies, of which 14 were debt investments. The average portfolio company debt investment at March 31, 2012 was $4.7 million. The weighted average interest rate on investments was 12.98%. At fair value, 92% of portfolio investments were first lien loans, 5% were second lien loans and 3% were equity investments. Approximately 91% of the debt investment portfolio, at fair value, bore interest at floating rates. The loan-to-value ratio on the Company’s loans was 61% at March 31, 2012 compared to 63% at December 31, 2011.

 

Conference Call Details

 

Management will host a conference call to discuss these results on Friday, May 11, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. EDT. To participate in the conference call, please call 866-305-6438 (domestic call-in) or 706-679-7161 (international call-in) and reference code # 78158604.

 

A live webcast of the conference call and the accompanying slide presentation will be available at http://ir.fccapital.com/CorporateProfile.aspx?iid=4151676. All participants should call or access the website approximately 10 minutes before the conference begins.

 

A telephone replay of the conference call will be available from 1:00 p.m. EDT on May 11, 2012 until 11:59 p.m. EDT on May 18, 2012 by calling 855-859-2056 (domestic) or 404-537-3406 (international) and entering confirmation # 78158604. An archived replay of the conference call and slide presentation will also be available in the investor relations section of the company’s website.

 

About Full Circle Capital Corporation

Full Circle Capital Corporation (www.fccapital.com) is a closed-end investment company that has elected to be treated as a business development company under the Investment Company Act of 1940. Full Circle lends to and invests in senior secured loans and, to a lesser extent, mezzanine loans and equity securities issued by smaller and lower middle-market companies that operate in a diverse range of industries. Full Circle’s investment objective is to generate both current income and capital appreciation through debt and equity investments. For additional information visit the company’s web site www.fccapital.com.

 

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements which relate to future events or Full Circle's future performance or financial condition. Any statements that are not statements of historical fact (including statements containing the words “believes,” “plans,” “anticipates,” “expects,” “estimates” and similar expressions) should also be considered to be forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance, condition or results and involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements as a result of a number of factors, including those described from time to time in Full Circle's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Full Circle undertakes no duty to update any forward-looking statements made herein.

 

Company Contact: Investor Relations Contacts:
John E. Stuart, CEO Stephanie Prince/Jody Burfening
Full Circle Capital Corporation Lippert/Heilshorn & Associates
914-220-6300 212-838-3777
jstuart@fccapital.com sprince@lhai.com
 
 

 

 FULL CIRCLE CAPITAL CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES

 

      March 31, 2012     June 30, 2011  
      (Unaudited)     (Audited)  
Assets              
Control Investments at Fair Value (Cost of $7,383,672 and __$1,658,552, respectively)     $ 7,426,135     $ 842,884  
Affiliate Investments at Fair Value (Cost of $430,500              
 and $7,174,348, respectively)       216,964       7,112,992  
Non-Control/Non-Affiliate Investments at Fair Value (Cost of $90,625,968 and $75,757,764, respectively)       88,487,587       74,838,241  
Total Investments at Fair Value (Cost of $98,440,140 and ___$84,590,664, respectively)       96,130,686       82,794,117  
                   
Cash       2,862,163       2,065,943  
Deposit with Broker       3,050,000       2,657,859  
Interest Receivable       880,969       680,527  
Principal Receivable       488,821       -  
Dividends Receivable       47,306       -  
Other Receivable       3,622       -  
Prepaid Expenses       83,817       33,642  
Other Current Assets       23,931       212,961  
Deferred Offering Expenses       23,237       -  
Deferred Credit Facility Fees       50,000       50,000  
Total Assets       103,644,552       88,495,049  
                   
Liabilities                  
Due to Affiliate       569,508       592,418  
Accounts Payable       37,157       116,289  
Accrued Liabilities       43,256       73,228  
Due to Broker       30,000,050       25,999,632  
Dividends Payable       478,892       1,399,361  
Interest Payable       101,080       23,361  
Other Current Liabilities       1,035,880       412,171  
Line of Credit       12,397,168       -  
Distribution Notes       3,404,583       3,404,583  
Total Liabilities       48,067,574       32,021,043  
                   
Net Assets     $ 55,576,978     $ 56,474,006  
Components of Net Assets                  
Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share                  
(100,000,000 authorized; 6,219,382 issued                  
and outstanding)     $ 62,194     $ 62,194  
Paid-in Capital in Excess of Par       58,204,411       58,204,411  
Distributions in Excess of Net Investment Income       (851,694)       (340,534)  
Accumulated Net Realized Gains       471,521       344,482  
Accumulated Net Unrealized Losses       (2,309,454)       (1,796,547)  
Net Assets     $ 55,576,978     $ 56,474,006  
Net Asset Value Per Share     $ 8.94     $ 9.08  
                     

 

 
 

 

FULL CIRCLE CAPITAL CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS (Unaudited)

 

    

Three Months Ended

March 31,

    

Nine Months Ended

March 31,

 
    2012    20111    2012    20111 
Investment Income                    
Interest Income  $1,940,034   $1,492,929   $5,870,076   $4,295,839 
Interest Income from Affiliate Investments   -    441,640    234,864    772,674 
Interest Income from Control Investments   228,456    -    483,100    - 
Dividend Income   -    2,092    -    2,092 
Dividend Income from Affiliate Investments   -    -    -    210,833 
Dividend Income from Control Investments   55,393    -    57,216    - 
Other Income   138,688    307,689    515,137    508,691 
Other Income from Affiliate Investments   -    61,073    54,086    61,073 
Other Income from Control Investments   26,389    -    131,389    - 
Total Investment Income   2,388,960    2,305,423    7,345,868    5,851,202 
                     
Operating Expenses                    
Management Fee   291,919    250,194    878,569    661,607 
Incentive Fee   277,588    348,612    923,864    836,074 
Total Advisory Fees   569,507    598,806    1,802,433    1,497,681 
                     
Allocation of Overhead Expenses   89,211    90,270    264,103    210,630 
Sub-Administration Fees   78,114    78,115    234,343    182,267 
Officers’ Compensation   74,800    32,361    192,353    75,472 
Total Costs Incurred Under Administration ____Agreement   242,125    200,746    690,799    468,369 
                     
Directors’ Fees   32,125    30,625    86,375    85,857 
Interest Expenses   211,491    83,365    578,456    413,884 
Professional Services Expense   121,301    89,080    435,980    209,205 
Bank Fees   2,774    12,866    9,740    29,756 
Other   91,063    102,127    294,321    219,443 
Organizational Expenses   -    -    -    178,979 
Total Gross Operating Expenses   1,270,386    1,117,615    3,898,104    3,103,174 
                     
Management Fee Waiver and Expense Reimbursement   -    (173,827)   (313,792)   (415,515)
Total Net Operating Expenses   1,270,386    943,788    3,584,312    2,687,659 
                     
Net Investment Income   1,118,574    1,361,635    3,761,556    3,163,543 
Net Change in Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Investments   404,773    (1,051,141)   (512,907)   (1,381,276)
Realized Gain on Investments   467    251,780    127,039    344,417 
Net Increase in Net Assets Resulting from Operations  $1,523,814   $562,274   $3,375,688   $2,126,684 
                     
Net increase in net assets resulting from         operations per common share  $0.25   $0.09   $0.54   $0.44 
Net investment income per common share  $0.18   $0.22   $0.60   $0.66 
Weighted average shares of common stock outstanding   6,219,382    6,215,047    6,219,382    4,820,864 

 

 

 

1 Certain amounts have been reclassified to conform to the current period’s presentation

 
 

 

 

FULL CIRCLE CAPITAL CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES

Financial highlights (Unaudited)

 

 

    Three months ended March 31, 2012    Three months ended March 31, 2011    Nine months ended March 31, 2012    For the period from August 31, 2010 (commencement of operations) to March 31, 2011 
Per Share Data 1 :                    
Net asset value at beginning of period  $8.92   $9.32   $9.08   $9.40 
Offering costs   -    -    -    (0.04)
Net investment income   0.18    0.22    0.61    0.52 
Change in unrealized loss   0.07    (0.17)   (0.08)   (0.23)
Realized gain   -    0.04    0.02    0.06 
Dividends declared   (0.23)   (0.23)   (0.69)   (0.53)
Net asset value at end of period  $8.94   $9.18   $8.94   $9.18 

 

1 Financial highlights are based on average weighted shares outstanding.