UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549 

Form 10-Q

(Mark One)
ýQUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2021March 31, 2022
OR
¨TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the transition period from              to             
Commission file number 814-00733 

Barings BDC, Inc.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Maryland 06-1798488
(State or other jurisdiction of (I.R.S. Employer
incorporation or organization) Identification No.)
300 South Tryon Street, Suite 2500
Charlotte, North Carolina
 28202
(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)
Registrant's telephone number, including area code: (704) 805-7200
Former Name, Former Address and Former Fiscal Year, if Changed Since Last Report: N/A
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
Title of Each ClassTrading SymbolName of Each Exchange on Which Registered
Common Stock, par value $0.001 per shareBBDCThe New York Stock Exchange

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  ý    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 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 filerýSmaller 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  ý
The number of shares outstanding of the registrant’s common stock on November 9, 2021May 5, 2022 was 65,316,085.111,072,034.



BARINGS BDC, INC.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
QUARTERLY REPORT ON FORM 10-Q
  Page
PART I – FINANCIAL INFORMATION
Item 1.
Unaudited Consolidated Balance Sheet as of September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 and Consolidated Balance Sheet as of December 31, 20202021
Unaudited Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the NineThree Months Ended September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 and 20202021
Unaudited Consolidated Schedule of Investments as of September 30, 2021March 31, 2022
2021
Item 2.
Item 3.
Item 4.
PART II – OTHER INFORMATION
Item 1.
Item 1A.
Item 2.
Item 3.
Item 4.
Item 5.
Item 6.
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PART I – FINANCIAL INFORMATION

Item 1. Financial Statements.
Barings BDC, Inc.
Consolidated Balance Sheets
September 30,
2021
December 31, 2020
(Unaudited)
Assets:
Investments at fair value:
Non-Control / Non-Affiliate investments (cost of $1,346,611,782 and $1,318,614,617 as of September 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020, respectively)$1,355,088,125 $1,325,783,281 
Affiliate investments (cost of $211,274,188 and $76,055,873 as of September 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020, respectively)222,999,987 78,598,633 
Control investments (cost of $25,826,428 as of both September 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020)24,394,808 25,855,796 
Short-term investments (cost of $50,000,000 and $65,558,227 as of September 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020, respectively)50,000,000 65,558,227 
Total investments at fair value1,652,482,920 1,495,795,937 
Cash (restricted cash of $0 and $3,488,336 at September 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020, respectively)30,248,388 62,651,340 
Foreign currencies (cost of $11,311,582 and $29,555,465 as of September 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020, respectively)11,137,184 29,836,121 
Interest and fees receivable24,997,260 21,617,843 
Prepaid expenses and other assets1,785,731 2,014,558 
Credit support agreement (cost of $13,600,000 as of both September 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020)14,300,006 13,600,000 
Deferred financing fees3,144,557 4,110,564 
Receivable from unsettled transactions61,438,187 47,412,382 
Total assets$1,799,534,233 $1,677,038,745 
Liabilities:
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities$2,710,698 $6,045,443 
Interest payable4,318,110 2,219,274 
Administrative fees payable750,000 675,000 
Base management fees payable5,273,797 3,413,270 
Incentive management fees payable4,442,599 — 
Derivative liabilities228,700 1,336,283 
Payable from unsettled transactions59,063 1,548,578 
Borrowings under credit facilities662,664,367 719,660,707 
Notes payable (net of deferred financing fees)374,265,334 224,335,666 
Total liabilities1,054,712,668 959,234,221 
Commitments and contingencies (Note 7)
Net Assets:
Common stock, $0.001 par value per share (150,000,000 shares authorized and 65,316,085 shares issued and outstanding as of both September 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020)65,316 65,316 
Additional paid-in capital1,027,707,047 1,027,707,047 
Total distributable earnings (loss)(282,950,798)(309,967,839)
Total net assets744,821,565 717,804,524 
Total liabilities and net assets$1,799,534,233 $1,677,038,745 
Net asset value per share$11.40 $10.99 
(in thousands, except share and per share data)
March 31,
2022
December 31, 2021
(Unaudited)
Assets:
Investments at fair value:
Non-Control / Non-Affiliate investments (cost of $1,950,064 and $1,494,031 as of March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, respectively)$1,917,558 $1,490,113 
Affiliate investments (cost of $336,327 and $267,967 as of March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, respectively)364,753 288,069 
Control investments (cost of $105,210 and $25,826 as of March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, respectively)121,114 22,412 
Total investments at fair value2,403,425 1,800,594 
Cash106,400 49,987 
Foreign currencies (cost of $47,990 and $34,069 as of March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, respectively)48,031 34,266 
Interest and fees receivable43,096 33,645 
Prepaid expenses and other assets2,662 4,297 
Credit support agreements (cost of $58,000 and $13,600 as of March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, respectively)59,400 15,400 
Deferred financing fees4,102 2,985 
Receivable from unsettled transactions182,294 219,732 
Total assets$2,849,410 $2,160,906 
Liabilities:
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities$10,444 $2,341 
Interest payable10,450 5,704 
Administrative fees payable973 750 
Base management fees payable5,872 5,422 
Incentive management fees payable4,754 4,067 
Derivative liabilities3,108 1,160 
Payable from unsettled transactions21,195 26,786 
Borrowings under credit facilities757,217 655,189 
Notes payable (net of deferred financing fees)717,841 717,556 
Total liabilities1,531,854 1,418,975 
Commitments and contingencies (Note 7)
Net Assets:
Common stock, $0.001 par value per share (150,000,000 shares authorized, 111,095,334 and 65,316,085 shares issued and outstanding as of March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, respectively)111 65 
Additional paid-in capital1,597,257 1,027,687 
Total distributable earnings (loss)(279,812)(285,821)
Total net assets1,317,556 741,931 
Total liabilities and net assets$2,849,410 $2,160,906 
Net asset value per share$11.86 $11.36 
See accompanying notes.

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Barings BDC, Inc.
Unaudited Consolidated Statements of Operations
Three Months
Ended
Three Months
Ended
Nine Months EndedNine Months Ended
September 30,
2021
September 30,
2020
September 30,
2021
September 30,
2020
Investment income:
Interest income:
Non-Control / Non-Affiliate investments$24,315,519 $15,205,310 $76,008,939 $47,850,786 
Affiliate investments195,561 — 304,861 — 
Control investments109,621 — 325,287 — 
Short-term investments1,629 12,237 16,672 336,842 
Total interest income24,622,330 15,217,547 76,655,759 48,187,628 
Dividend income:
Non-Control / Non-Affiliate investments64,618 — 97,644 2,603 
Affiliate investments2,802,050 — 3,235,423 — 
Total dividend income2,866,668 — 3,333,067 2,603 
Fee and other income:
Non-Control / Non-Affiliate investments4,309,939 769,126 8,694,852 2,380,552 
Affiliate investments15,069 — 16,370 — 
Control investments163,338 — 478,754 — 
Total fee and other income4,488,346 769,126 9,189,976 2,380,552 
Payment-in-kind interest income:
Non-Control / Non-Affiliate investments2,695,487 342,469 8,801,232 577,090 
Affiliate investments310,994 — 749,920 — 
Total payment-in-kind interest income3,006,481 342,469 9,551,152 577,090 
Interest income from cash— — 587 631 
Total investment income34,983,825 16,329,142 98,730,541 51,148,504 
Operating expenses:
Interest and other financing fees8,103,044 3,738,991 23,382,201 14,367,855 
Base management fee (Note 2)5,273,797 3,375,262 14,094,419 10,904,422 
Incentive management fees (Note 2)4,442,607 — 10,674,693 — 
Compensation expenses— — — 48,410 
General and administrative expenses (Note 2)2,281,825 1,254,723 6,782,922 4,044,453 
Total operating expenses20,101,273 8,368,976 54,934,235 29,365,140 
Net investment income14,882,552 7,960,166 43,796,306 21,783,364 
Income taxes, including excise tax provision25,533 7,561 7,495 7,561 
Net investment income after taxes14,857,019 7,952,605 43,788,811 21,775,803 
(in thousands, except share and per share data)
Three Months
Ended
Three Months
Ended
March 31,
2022
March 31,
2021
Investment income:
Interest income:
Non-Control / Non-Affiliate investments$31,624 $25,096 
Affiliate investments172 — 
Control investments273 107 
Short-term investments— 11 
Total interest income32,069 25,214 
Dividend income:
Non-Control / Non-Affiliate investments123 — 
Affiliate investments7,570 72 
Total dividend income7,693 72 
Fee and other income:
Non-Control / Non-Affiliate investments2,223 1,973 
Affiliate investments13 — 
Control investments(1,039)160 
Total fee and other income1,197 2,133 
Payment-in-kind interest income:
Non-Control / Non-Affiliate investments2,287 3,037 
Affiliate investments44 136 
Control investments467 — 
Total payment-in-kind interest income2,798 3,173 
Interest income from cash— 
Total investment income43,757 30,593 
Operating expenses:
Interest and other financing fees11,661 7,285 
Base management fee (Note 2)5,872 3,929 
Incentive management fees (Note 2)4,754 2,722 
General and administrative expenses (Note 2)2,455 2,301 
Total operating expenses24,742 16,237 
Net investment income before taxes19,015 14,356 
Income taxes, including excise tax expense(18)
Net investment income after taxes19,009 14,374 
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Barings BDC, Inc.
Unaudited Consolidated Statements of Operations — (Continued)
Barings BDC, Inc.
Unaudited Consolidated Statements of Operations — (Continued)
(in thousands, except share and per share data)
Barings BDC, Inc.
Unaudited Consolidated Statements of Operations — (Continued)
(in thousands, except share and per share data)
Three Months
Ended
Three Months
Ended
Nine Months EndedNine Months Ended
Three Months
Ended
Three Months
Ended
September 30,
2021
September 30,
2020
September 30,
2021
September 30,
2020
March 31,
2022
March 31,
2021
Realized and unrealized gains (losses) on investments, credit support agreement and foreign currency transactions:
Realized gains (losses) and unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on investments, credit support agreements and foreign currency transactions:Realized gains (losses) and unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on investments, credit support agreements and foreign currency transactions:
Net realized gains (losses):Net realized gains (losses):Net realized gains (losses):
Non-Control / Non-Affiliate investmentsNon-Control / Non-Affiliate investments950,286 (19,477,823)4,394,339 (36,233,667)Non-Control / Non-Affiliate investments(250)2,891 
Affiliate investmentsAffiliate investments(24,300)— (100,931)— Affiliate investments101 (77)
Net realized gains (losses) on investmentsNet realized gains (losses) on investments925,986 (19,477,823)4,293,408 (36,233,667)Net realized gains (losses) on investments(149)2,814 
Foreign currency transactionsForeign currency transactions(4,687,686)(1,028,262)(5,872,868)(1,089,787)Foreign currency transactions(1,293)(975)
Net realized losses(3,761,700)(20,506,085)(1,579,460)(37,323,454)
Net realized gains (losses)Net realized gains (losses)(1,442)1,839 
Net unrealized appreciation (depreciation):Net unrealized appreciation (depreciation):Net unrealized appreciation (depreciation):
Non-Control / Non-Affiliate investmentsNon-Control / Non-Affiliate investments(8,353,775)56,467,202 1,307,673 2,522,789 Non-Control / Non-Affiliate investments(28,587)5,357 
Affiliate investmentsAffiliate investments(323,174)1,624,230 9,208,817 828,262 Affiliate investments12,996 2,445 
Control investmentsControl investments1,115,148 — (1,486,760)— Control investments14,644 (3,969)
Net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on investmentsNet unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on investments(7,561,801)58,091,432 9,029,730 3,351,051 Net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on investments(947)3,833 
Credit support agreement— — 700,006 — 
Credit support agreementsCredit support agreements(400)(1,600)
Foreign currency transactionsForeign currency transactions10,876,864 (2,144,050)14,268,895 (1,756,412)Foreign currency transactions4,812 4,042 
Net unrealized appreciationNet unrealized appreciation3,315,063 55,947,382 23,998,631 1,594,639 Net unrealized appreciation3,465 6,275 
Net realized gains (losses) and unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on investments, credit support agreement and foreign currency transactions(446,637)35,441,297 22,419,171 (35,728,815)
Loss on extinguishment of debt— (216,474)— (660,066)
Benefit from (provision for) taxes— 199 (1,290)17,666 
Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations$14,410,382 $43,177,627 $66,206,692 $(14,595,412)
Net realized gains (losses) and unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on investments, credit support agreements and foreign currency transactionsNet realized gains (losses) and unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on investments, credit support agreements and foreign currency transactions2,023 8,114 
Net increase in net assets resulting from operationsNet increase in net assets resulting from operations$21,032 $22,488 
Net investment income per share—basic and dilutedNet investment income per share—basic and diluted$0.23 $0.17 $0.67 $0.45 Net investment income per share—basic and diluted$0.23 $0.22 
Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations per share—basic and diluted$0.22 $0.90 $1.01 $(0.30)
Net increase in net assets resulting from operations per share—basic and dilutedNet increase in net assets resulting from operations per share—basic and diluted$0.25 $0.34 
Dividends/distributions per share:Dividends/distributions per share:Dividends/distributions per share:
Total dividends/distributions per shareTotal dividends/distributions per share$0.21 $0.16 $0.60 $0.48 Total dividends/distributions per share$0.23 $0.19 
Weighted average shares outstanding—basic and dilutedWeighted average shares outstanding—basic and diluted65,316,085 47,961,753 65,316,085 48,274,397 Weighted average shares outstanding—basic and diluted82,656,326 65,316,085 
See accompanying notes.
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Barings BDC, Inc.
Unaudited Consolidated Statements of Changes in Net Assets
(in thousands, except share amounts)
Common StockAdditional
Paid-In
Capital
Total Distributable Earnings (Loss)Total
Net
Assets
Three Months Ended September 30, 2020Number
of Shares
Par
Value
Balance, June 30, 202047,961,753 $47,962 $846,636,727 $(356,211,495)$490,473,194 
Net investment income— — — 7,952,605 7,952,605 
Net realized loss on investments / foreign currency transactions— — — (20,506,085)(20,506,085)
Net unrealized appreciation of investments / foreign currency transactions— — — 55,947,382 55,947,382 
Loss on extinguishment of debt— — — (216,474)(216,474)
Income tax benefit— — — 199 199 
Dividends / distributions— — — (7,673,880)(7,673,880)
Balance, September 30, 202047,961,753 $47,962 $846,636,727 $(320,707,748)$525,976,941 
Common StockAdditional
Paid-In
Capital
Total Distributable Earnings (Loss)Total
Net
Assets
Three Months Ended March 31, 2021Number
of Shares
Par
Value
Balance, December 31, 202065,316,085 $65 $1,027,707 $(309,968)$717,804 
Net investment income— — — 14,374 14,374 
Net realized gain on investments / foreign currency transactions— — — 1,839 1,839 
Net unrealized appreciation of investments / CSA / foreign currency transactions— — — 6,275 6,275 
Dividends / distributions— — — (12,410)(12,410)
Balance, March 31, 202165,316,085 $65 $1,027,707 $(299,890)$727,882 

Common StockAdditional
Paid-In
Capital
Total Distributable Earnings (Loss)Total
Net
Assets
Common StockAdditional
Paid-In
Capital
Total Distributable Earnings (Loss)Total
Net
Assets
Three Months Ended September 30, 2021Number
of Shares
Par
Value
Balance, June 30, 202165,316,085 $65,316 $1,027,707,047 $(283,644,802)$744,127,561 
Three Months Ended March 31, 2022Three Months Ended March 31, 2022Number
of Shares
Par
Value
Additional
Paid-In
Capital
Total Distributable Earnings (Loss)Total
Net
Assets
Balance, December 31, 2021Balance, December 31, 202165,316,085 $65 
Net investment incomeNet investment income— — — 14,857,019 14,857,019 Net investment income— — — 19,009 19,009 
Net realized loss on investments / foreign currency transactionsNet realized loss on investments / foreign currency transactions— — — (3,761,700)(3,761,700)Net realized loss on investments / foreign currency transactions— — — (1,442)(1,442)
Net unrealized appreciation of investments / CSA / foreign currency transactionsNet unrealized appreciation of investments / CSA / foreign currency transactions— — — 3,315,063 3,315,063 Net unrealized appreciation of investments / CSA / foreign currency transactions— — — 3,465 3,465 
Dividends / distributionsDividends / distributions— — — (13,716,378)(13,716,378)Dividends / distributions— — — (15,023)(15,023)
Deemed Contribution - CSA (See Note 2)Deemed Contribution - CSA (See Note 2)— 44,400 — 44,400 
Deemed contribution - from Adviser (See Note 9)Deemed contribution - from Adviser (See Note 9)— 27,904 — 27,904 
Public offering of common stockPublic offering of common stock45,986,926 46 499,372 — 499,418 
Purchases of shares in repurchase planPurchases of shares in repurchase plan(207,677)— (2,106)— (2,106)
Balance, September 30, 202165,316,085 $65,316 $1,027,707,047 $(282,950,798)$744,821,565 
Balance, March 31, 2022Balance, March 31, 2022111,095,334 $111 $1,597,257 $(279,812)$1,317,556 

See accompanying notes.
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Barings BDC, Inc.
Unaudited Consolidated Statements of Changes in Net Assets — (Continued)
Common StockAdditional
Paid-In
Capital
Total Distributable Earnings (Loss)Total
Net
Assets
Nine Months Ended September 30, 2020Number
of Shares
Par
Value
Balance, December 31, 201948,950,803 $48,951 $853,766,370 $(282,940,612)$570,874,709 
Net investment income— — — 21,775,803 21,775,803 
Net realized loss on investments / foreign currency transactions— — — (37,323,454)(37,323,454)
Net unrealized appreciation of investments / foreign currency transactions— — — 1,594,639 1,594,639 
Loss on extinguishment of debt— — — (660,066)(660,066)
Income tax benefit— — — 17,666 17,666 
Dividends / distributions— — — (23,171,724)(23,171,724)
Purchases of shares in repurchase plan(989,050)(989)(7,129,643)— (7,130,632)
Balance, September 30, 202047,961,753 $47,962 $846,636,727 $(320,707,748)$525,976,941 

Common StockAdditional
Paid-In
Capital
Total Distributable Earnings (Loss)Total
Net
Assets
Nine Months Ended September 30, 2021Number
of Shares
Par
Value
Balance, December 31, 202065,316,085 $65,316 $1,027,707,047 $(309,967,839)$717,804,524 
Net investment income— — — 43,788,811 43,788,811 
Net realized gain on investments / foreign currency transactions— — — (1,579,460)(1,579,460)
Net unrealized appreciation of investments / CSA / foreign currency transactions— — — 23,998,631 23,998,631 
Provision for taxes— — — (1,290)(1,290)
Dividends / distributions— — — (39,189,651)(39,189,651)
Balance, September 30, 202165,316,085 $65,316 $1,027,707,047 $(282,950,798)$744,821,565 

See accompanying notes.
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Barings BDC, Inc.
Unaudited Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows 
Nine Months EndedNine Months Ended
September 30, 2021September 30, 2020
Cash flows from operating activities:
Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations$66,206,692 $(14,595,412)
Adjustments to reconcile net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations to net cash provided by (used in) operating activities:
Purchases of portfolio investments(816,807,296)(316,723,958)
Repayments received / sales of portfolio investments648,320,213 416,989,098 
Purchases of short-term investments(297,560,179)(697,141,628)
Sales of short-term investments313,117,605 583,220,977 
Loan origination and other fees received13,694,096 6,075,019 
Net realized (gain) loss on investments(4,293,408)36,233,667 
Net realized loss on foreign currency transactions5,872,868 1,089,787 
Net unrealized appreciation of investments(9,029,730)(3,351,051)
Net unrealized appreciation of CSA(700,006)— 
Net unrealized appreciation of foreign currency transactions(14,268,895)1,756,412 
Payment-in-kind interest(9,350,318)(577,090)
Amortization of deferred financing fees1,086,783 1,113,839 
Loss on extinguishment of debt— 660,066 
Accretion of loan origination and other fees(6,586,842)(1,676,063)
Amortization / accretion of purchased loan premium / discount(4,249,981)(1,138,000)
Changes in operating assets and liabilities:
Interest and fees receivables(5,699,271)(2,699,114)
Prepaid expenses and other assets1,395,903 (2,569,056)
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities872,180 (118,876)
Interest payable2,106,843 (1,724,576)
Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities(115,872,743)4,824,041 
Cash flows from financing activities:
Borrowings under credit facilities135,731,648 236,239,474 
Repayments of credit facilities(181,580,035)(127,523,364)
Repayment of debt securitization— (139,897,128)
Proceeds from notes150,000,000 50,000,000 
Financing fees paid(191,108)(544,874)
Purchases of shares in repurchase plan— (7,130,632)
Cash dividends / distributions paid(39,189,651)(23,171,724)
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities64,770,854 (12,028,248)
Net decrease in cash and foreign currencies(51,101,889)(7,204,207)
Cash and foreign currencies, beginning of period92,487,461 21,991,565 
Cash and foreign currencies, end of period$41,385,572 $14,787,358 
Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information:
Cash paid for interest$19,659,852 $13,372,484 
(in thousands)
Three Months EndedThree Months Ended
March 31, 2022March 31, 2021
Cash flows from operating activities:
Net increase in net assets resulting from operations$21,032 $22,488 
Adjustments to reconcile net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations to net cash provided by (used in) operating activities:
Purchases of portfolio investments(335,519)(276,456)
Net cash acquired from mergers (cash consideration paid) (See Note 9)101,896 — 
Transaction costs from mergers (See Note 9)(2,866)— 
Repayments received/sales of portfolio investments210,493 188,160 
Purchases of short-term investments— (198,550)
Sales of short-term investments— 190,542 
Loan origination and other fees received5,314 4,578 
Net realized (gain) loss on investments149 (2,814)
Net realized loss on foreign currency transactions1,293 975 
Net unrealized appreciation on investments947 (3,832)
Net unrealized depreciation of CSA400 1,600 
Net unrealized appreciation on foreign currency transactions(4,812)(4,042)
Payment-in-kind interest(2,798)(3,174)
Amortization of deferred financing fees732 344 
Accretion of loan origination and other fees(1,523)(1,481)
Amortization / accretion of purchased loan premium / discount(339)(1,980)
Changes in operating assets and liabilities:
Interest and fees receivables(13,134)(2,935)
Prepaid expenses and other assets(1,881)1,264 
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities(2,962)(1,668)
Interest payable4,746 1,869 
Net cash used in operating activities(18,832)(85,112)
Cash flows from financing activities:
Borrowings under credit facilities107,704 29,824 
Repayments of credit facilities— (134,083)
Proceeds from notes— 150,000 
Financing fees paid(1,565)(191)
Purchases of shares in repurchase plan(2,106)— 
Cash dividends / distributions paid(15,023)(12,410)
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities89,010 33,140 
Net increase (decrease) in cash and foreign currencies70,178 (51,972)
Cash and foreign currencies, beginning of period84,253 92,487 
Cash and foreign currencies, end of period$154,431 $40,515 
Supplemental Information:
Cash paid for interest$5,966 $4,903 
Supplemental non-cash information
Acquisitions (See Note 9):
Fair value of Sierra net assets acquired, net of cash$(435,811)$— 
Transaction Costs7,520 — 
Common stock issued in acquisition of Sierra net assets499,418 — 
Credit support agreement (See Note 2)(44,400)— 
Deemed contribution -from Adviser27,904 — 
Deemed contributions - CSA44,400 — 
See accompanying notes.
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Unaudited Consolidated Schedule of Investments
September 30, 2021March 31, 2022
(Amounts in thousands, except share amounts)

Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
Non–Control / Non–Affiliate Investments:
1A Smart Start LLC (0.4%)*(7) (8) (11)
Technology DistributorsSecond Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 8.5%, 9.5% Cash, Acquired 06/21, Due 05/28)$3,001,138 $2,957,652 $2,961,043 
3,001,138 2,957,652 2,961,043 
1WorldSync, Inc. (2.9%)*(7) (8) (12)
IT Consulting & Other ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.25%, 7.3% Cash, Acquired 07/19, Due 07/25)21,475,851 21,142,710 21,475,851 
21,475,851 21,142,710 21,475,851 
Accelerate Learning, Inc.
(1.0%)*(7) (8) (11)
Education ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 12/18, Due 12/24)7,567,965 7,479,458 7,416,606 
7,567,965 7,479,458 7,416,606 
Acclime Holdings HK Limited
(0.5%)*(3) (7) (8) (11)
Business ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.5%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 08/21, Due 07/27)3,750,000 3,537,413 3,532,500 
3,750,000 3,537,413 3,532,500 
Accurus Aerospace Corporation (2.8%)*(7) (8) (11)
Aerospace & DefenseFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.5%, 5.5% Cash, 1.50% PIK, Acquired 10/18, Due 10/24)24,779,746 24,574,939 20,889,326 
24,779,746 24,574,939 20,889,326 
ADB Safegate (0.7%)*(3) (8) (11)
Aerospace & DefenseFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 7.75%, 8.8% Cash, Acquired 08/21, Due 10/25)5,500,000 5,069,046 5,180,340 
5,500,000 5,069,046 5,180,340 
Advantage Software Company (The), LLC (2.7%)*(7)
Advertising, Printing & Publishing
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.5%, 7.5% Cash, Acquired 01/21, Due 01/27)(8) (9)
18,256,407 17,821,678 18,219,894 
Class A Partnership Units (7,054.59 units, Acquired 01/21)705,459 728,880 
Class B Partnership Units (3,496.31 units, Acquired 01/21)22,656 1,279,300 
18,256,407 18,549,793 20,228,074 
Aftermath Bidco Corporation (1.2%)* (7) (8) (11)
Professional ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 04/19, Due 04/25)9,425,284 9,289,989 9,279,485 
9,425,284 9,289,989 9,279,485 
Air Canada 2020-2 Class B Pass Through Trust (1.0%)*AirlinesStructured Secured Note - Class B (9.0% Cash, Acquired 09/20, Due 10/25)6,835,161 6,835,161 7,646,572 
6,835,161 6,835,161 7,646,572 
Air Comm Corporation, LLC (0.1%)* (7) (8) (11)
Aerospace & DefenseFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 06/21, Due 07/27)593,486 574,264 573,515 
593,486 574,264 573,515 
AIT Worldwide Logistics Holdings, Inc. (0.9%)*(7)
Transportation Services
Second Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 7.75%, 8.5% Cash, Acquired 04/21, Due 04/28)(8) (11)
6,460,345 6,321,255 6,434,504 
 Partnership Units (348.68 units, Acquired 04/21)348,678 509,477 
6,460,345 6,669,933 6,943,981 
Alpine US Bidco LLC (2.4%)*(7) (8) (12)
Agricultural ProductsSecond Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 9.0%, 9.8% Cash, Acquired 05/21, Due 05/29)18,156,509 17,630,157 18,247,292 
18,156,509 17,630,157 18,247,292 
Anagram Holdings, LLC
(2.2%)*(3)
Chemicals, Plastics, & RubberFirst Lien Senior Secured Note (10.0% Cash, 5.0% PIK, Acquired 08/20, Due 08/25)14,395,213 13,413,417 16,266,591 
14,395,213 13,413,417 16,266,591 
Anju Software, Inc. (1.8%)*(7) (8) (9)
Application SoftwareFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.5%, 5.6% Cash, Acquired 02/19, Due 02/25)13,562,486 13,377,003 13,264,112 
13,562,486 13,377,003 13,264,112 
Apex Bidco Limited (0.3%)*(3) (7)
Business Equipment & Services
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (GBP LIBOR + 6.25%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 01/20, Due 01/27)(8) (14)
1,964,929 1,866,874 1,939,057 
Subordinated Senior Unsecured Term Loan (8.0% PIK, Acquired 01/20, Due 07/27)271,022 258,329 267,454 
2,235,951 2,125,203 2,206,511 
Aptus 1829. GmbH (0.6%)*(3) (7)
Chemicals, Plastics, & Rubber
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 6.5%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 09/21, Due 09/27)(8) (16)
4,745,043 4,713,323 4,626,417 
Preferred Stock (13 shares, Acquired 09/21)119,828 113,509 
Common Stock (48 shares, Acquired 09/21)11,983 11,653 
4,745,043 4,845,134 4,751,579 
Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
Non–Control / Non–Affiliate Investments:
1WorldSync, Inc. (1.2%)*(7) (8) (10)
IT Consulting & Other ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.25%, 7.3% Cash, Acquired 07/19, Due 07/25)$16,474 $16,240 $16,445 
16,474 16,240 16,445 
Accelerant Holdings (0.4%)*(7)
Banking, Finance, Insurance & Real EstateClass A Convertible Preferred Equity (5,000 shares, Acquired 01/22)5,000 5,103 
5,000 5,103 
Accelerate Learning, Inc.
(0.6%)*(7) (8) (10)
Education ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 12/18, Due 12/24)7,568 7,492 7,442 
7,568 7,492 7,442 
Acclime Holdings HK Limited
(0.1%)*(3) (7) (8) (11)
Business ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.5%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 08/21, Due 07/27)1,211 1,142 1,153 
1,211 1,142 1,153 
Accurus Aerospace Corporation (1.9%)*(7) (8) (11)
Aerospace & DefenseFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.5%, 5.5% Cash, 1.50% PIK, Acquired 10/18, Due 10/24)24,874 24,699 24,563 
24,874 24,699 24,563 
Acogroup (1.7%)*(3) (7) (8) (16)
Business ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 6.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 03/22, Due 10/26)23,622 22,760 23,031 
23,622 22,760 23,031 
ADB Safegate (0.4%)*(3) (8) (10)
Aerospace & DefenseSecond Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 7.75%, 8.8% Cash, Acquired 08/21, Due 10/25)5,500 5,113 5,118 
5,500 5,113 5,118 
Advantage Software Company (The), LLC (0.1%)*(7)
Advertising, Printing & PublishingClass A1 Partnership Units (8,717.76 units, Acquired 12/21)280 902 
Class A2 Partnership Units (2,248.46 units, Acquired 12/21)72 233 
Class B1 Partnership Units (8,717.76 units, Acquired 12/21)
Class B2 Partnership Units (2,248.46 units, Acquired 12/21)
363 1,143 
Aftermath Bidco Corporation (0.7%)* (7) (8) (10)
Professional ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 04/19, Due 04/25)9,425 9,307 9,227 
9,425 9,307 9,227 
Air Canada 2020-2 Class B Pass Through Trust (0.5%)*AirlinesStructured Secured Note - Class B (9.0% Cash, Acquired 09/20, Due 10/25)6,170 6,170 6,586 
6,170 6,170 6,586 
Air Comm Corporation, LLC (0.9%)* (7) (8) (10)
Aerospace & DefenseFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 06/21, Due 07/27)11,539 11,299 11,319 
11,539 11,299 11,319 
AIT Worldwide Logistics Holdings, Inc. (0.5%)*(7)
Transportation Services
Second Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 7.75%, 8.5% Cash, Acquired 04/21, Due 04/29)(8) (10)
6,460 6,328 6,320 
 Partnership Units (348.68 units, Acquired 04/21)349 686 
6,460 6,677 7,006 
Alpine SG, LLC (2.0%)*(7) (8) (9) (31)
High Tech IndustriesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 11/27)26,957 26,418 26,418 
26,957 26,418 26,418 
Alpine US Bidco LLC (2.4%)*(7) (8) (9)
Agricultural ProductsSecond Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 9.0%, 9.8% Cash, Acquired 05/21, Due 05/29)18,157 17,654 17,612 
18,157 17,654 17,612 
AMMC CLO 22, Limited Series 2018-22A (0.3%)*(3) (31)
Multi-Sector HoldingsSubordinated Structured Notes (Residual Interest, current yield 12.61%, Acquired 02/22, Due 04/31)7,222 4,690 4,267 
7,222 4,690 4,267 
AMMC CLO 23, Ltd. Series 2020-23A (0.1%)*(3) (31)
Multi-Sector HoldingsSubordinated Structured Notes (Residual Interest, current yield 12.35%, Acquired 02/22, Due 10/30)2,000 1,948 1,781 
2,000 1,948 1,781 
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Unaudited Consolidated Schedule of Investments — (Continued)
March 31, 2022
(Amounts in thousands, except share amounts)
Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
Amtech LLC (0.2%)*(7) (8)
Technology
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 11/27)(9)
$2,291 $2,210 $2,225 
Revolver (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 11/27)(10)
— (13)(12)
2,291 2,197 2,213 
Anagram Holdings, LLC (1.2%)*(3)
Chemicals, Plastics, & RubberFirst Lien Senior Secured Note (10.0% Cash, 5.0% PIK, Acquired 08/20, Due 08/25)14,755 13,866 15,714 
14,755 13,866 15,714 
AnalytiChem Holding Gmbh (0.2%)*(3) (7) (8) (16)
ChemicalsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 6.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 12/28)2,740 2,589 2,551 
2,740 2,589 2,551 
Anju Software, Inc. (1.0%)*(7) (8) (9)
Application SoftwareFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 02/19, Due 02/25)13,528 13,368 12,865 
13,528 13,368 12,865 
AP Aristotle Holdings, LLC (0.1)*(7)
Oil Field ServicesSubordinated Term Loan (19.8% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 06/25)1,588 1,594 1,592 
1,588 1,594 1,592 
Apex Bidco Limited (0.2%)*(3) (7)
Business Equipment & Services
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (GBP LIBOR + 6.25%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 01/20, Due 01/27)(8) (13)
1,919 1,871 1,919 
Subordinated Senior Unsecured Term Loan (8.0% PIK, Acquired 01/20, Due 07/27)275 270 275 
2,194 2,141 2,194 
Apidos CLO XXIV, Series 2016-24A (0.5%)*(3) (31)
Multi-Sector HoldingsSubordinated Structured Notes (Residual Interest, current yield 19.24%, Acquired 02/22, Due 10/30)18,358 7,557 6,946 
18,358 7,557 6,946 
Aptus 1829. GmbH (0.4%)*(3) (7)
Chemicals, Plastics, & Rubber
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 6.5%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 09/21, Due 09/27)(8) (16)
5,301 5,455 5,190 
Preferred Stock (13 shares, Acquired 09/21)120 111 
Common Stock (48 shares, Acquired 09/21)12 11 
5,301 5,587 5,312 
Apus Bidco Limited (0.3%)*(3) (7) (8) (22)
Banking, Finance, Insurance & Real EstateFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (SONIA + 5.5%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 02/21, Due 03/28)3,793 3,877 3,725 
3,793 3,877 3,725 
AQA Acquisition Holding, Inc. (1.5%)*(7) (8) (10)
High Tech IndustriesSecond Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 7.5%, 8.0% Cash, Acquired 03/21, Due 03/29)20,000 19,523 19,647 
20,000 19,523 19,647 
Aquavista Watersides 2 LTD (0.5%)*(3) (7) (8) (22)
Transportation ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (SONIA + 6.0%, 6.1% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/28)5,873 5,709 5,661 
Revolver (SONIA + 6.0%, 6.1% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/22)— (3)(4)
Second Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (SONIA + 10.5% PIK, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/28)1,468 1,447 1,436 
7,341 7,153 7,093 
Arch Global Precision LLC (0.7%)*(7) (8) (10)
Industrial MachineryFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 4.8% Cash, Acquired 04/19, Due 04/26)9,248 9,244 9,155 
9,248 9,244 9,155 
Archimede (0.6%)*(3) (7) (8) (16)
Consumer ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 6.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 10/20, Due 10/27)8,234 8,767 8,094 
8,234 8,767 8,094 
Argus Bidco Limited (0.2%)*(3) (7) (8)
High Tech Industries
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (SONIA + 5.5%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/27)(21)
2,607 2,562 2,597 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.5%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 05/21, Due 12/27)(10)
672 654 669 
3,279 3,216 3,266 
Armstrong Transport Group (Pele Buyer, LLC ) (0.3%)*(7) (8) (10)
Air Freight & LogisticsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 06/19, Due 06/24)4,015 3,962 3,948 
4,015 3,962 3,948 
Arrow International, Inc. (1.1%)*(7) (8) (10) (31)
Hotel, Gaming & LeisureFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 7.25%, 8.5% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 12/25)15,000 15,000 15,000 
15,000 15,000 15,000 
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Unaudited Consolidated Schedule of Investments — (Continued)
September 30, 2021March 31, 2022
(Amounts in thousands, except share amounts)
Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
Apus Bidco Limited (0.5%)*(3) (7) (8) (15)
Banking, Finance, Insurance & Real EstateFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (GBP LIBOR + 5.5%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 02/21, Due 03/28)$3,884,134 $3,870,272 $3,796,407 
3,884,134 3,870,272 3,796,407 
AQA Acquisition Holding, Inc. (2.6%)*(7) (8) (11)
High Tech IndustriesSecond Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 7.5%, 8.0% Cash, Acquired 03/21, Due 03/29)20,000,000 19,497,248 19,562,960 
20,000,000 19,497,248 19,562,960 
Arch Global Precision LLC (1.2%)*(7) (8) (9)
Industrial MachineryFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 4.8% Cash, Acquired 04/19, Due 04/26)9,271,049 9,266,657 9,271,049 
9,271,049 9,266,657 9,271,049 
Archimede (1.8%)*(3) (7) (8) (17)
Consumer ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 6.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 10/20, Due 10/27)13,791,505 14,031,635 13,681,173 
13,791,505 14,031,635 13,681,173 
Argus Bidco Limited (0.4%)*(3) (7) (8)
High Tech Industries
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (GBP LIBOR + 5.5%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/27)(14)
2,670,143 2,557,057 2,670,143 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.5%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 05/21, Due 12/27)(11)
671,922 652,746 671,922 
3,342,065 3,209,803 3,342,065 
Armstrong Transport Group (Pele Buyer, LLC ) (1.0%)*(7) (8)
Air Freight & Logistics
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 06/19, Due 06/24)(11)
5,276,562 5,216,040 5,171,031 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.0%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 07/20, Due 06/24)(12)
1,985,278 1,956,677 1,945,572 
7,261,840 7,172,717 7,116,603 
ASPEQ Heating Group LLC (1.2%)* (7) (8) (9)
Building Products, Air & HeatingFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 11/19, Due 11/25)8,631,440 8,537,756 8,631,440 
8,631,440 8,537,756 8,631,440 
Auxi International (0.3%)*(3) (7) (8)
Commercial Finance
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 12/19, Due 12/26)(17)
1,622,530 1,519,223 1,534,913 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (SONIA + 6.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 04/21, Due 12/26)(22)
903,395 896,358 854,611 
2,525,925 2,415,581 2,389,524 
AVSC Holding Corp. (1.5%)*Advertising
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 3.25%, 4.3% Cash, 0.25% PIK, Acquired 08/18, Due 10/26)(8) (11)
4,876,168 4,381,092 4,336,132 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.5%, 5.5% Cash, 1.0% PIK, Acquired 08/18, Due 03/25)(8) (11)
748,251 690,105 689,191 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (5.0% Cash, 10.0% PIK, Acquired 11/20, Due 10/26)5,376,135 5,256,382 6,464,802 
11,000,554 10,327,579 11,490,125 
BDP International, Inc. (f/k/a BDP Buyer, LLC) (2.0%)*(7) (8) (9)
Air Freight & LogisticsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 12/18, Due 12/24)14,913,061 14,689,930 14,913,061 
14,913,061 14,689,930 14,913,061 
Beacon Pointe Advisors, LLC (0.1%)*(7) (8) (11)
Asset Manager & Custody BankFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.5%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 03/20, Due 03/26)989,250 971,944 968,847 
989,250 971,944 968,847 
Benify (Bennevis AB)
(0.2%)*(3) (7) (8) (18)
High Tech IndustriesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (STIBOR + 5.25%, 5.3% Cash, Acquired 07/19, Due 07/26)1,330,990 1,221,376 1,330,990 
1,330,990 1,221,376 1,330,990 
Bidwax (0.8%)*(3) (7) (8) (16)
Non-durable Consumer GoodsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 6.5%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 02/21, Due 02/28)6,142,435 6,141,227 6,010,836 
6,142,435 6,141,227 6,010,836 
BigHand UK Bidco Limited (0.1%)*(3) (7) (8) (15)
High Tech IndustriesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (GBP LIBOR + 5.5%, 5.6% Cash, Acquired 01/21, Due 01/28)904,698 878,496 879,072 
904,698 878,496 879,072 
Black Diamond Equipment Rentals LLC (1.4%)*(7) (25)
Equipment RentalSecond Lien Loan (12.5% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 06/22)10,000,000 10,000,000 10,000,000 
Warrant (4.17 units, Acquired 12/20)1,010,000 623,862 
10,000,000 11,010,000 10,623,862 
Bounteous, Inc. (0.9%)*(7) (8) (11)
TechnologyFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 08/21, Due 08/27)6,886,364 6,740,007 6,736,364 
6,886,364 6,740,007 6,736,364 
Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
ASPEQ Heating Group LLC (0.6%)*(7) (8) (9)
Building Products, Air & HeatingFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 11/19, Due 11/25)$8,435 $8,353 $8,435 
8,435 8,353 8,435 
Astra Bidco Limited (0.2%)*(3) (7) (8) (21)
HealthcareFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (SONIA + 5.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 11/28)2,148 2,089 2,068 
2,148 2,089 2,068 
Auxi International (0.2%)*(3) (7) (8)
Commercial Finance
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 12/19, Due 12/26)(17)
1,558 1,522 1,418 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (SONIA + 6.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 04/21, Due 12/26)(22)
882 898 803 
2,440 2,420 2,221 
Avance Clinical Bidco Pty Ltd (0.2%)*(3) (7) (8) (24)
HealthcareFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (BBSY + 5.5%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 11/27)2,651 2,395 2,543 
2,651 2,395 2,543 
Aviation Technical Services, Inc.(1.9%)*(7) (8) (9) (31)
Aerospace & DefenseSecond Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 2.0%, 2.2% Cash, 6.5% PIK, Acquired 02/22, Due 03/25)27,042 25,699 25,690 
27,042 25,699 25,690 
AVSC Holding Corp. (0.9%)*Advertising
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 3.25%, 4.3% Cash, 0.25% PIK, Acquired 08/18, Due 03/25)(8) (10)
4,857 4,430 4,570 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.5%, 5.5% Cash, 1.0% PIK, Acquired 08/18, Due 10/26)(8) (10)
748 695 711 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (5.0% Cash, 10.0% PIK, Acquired 11/20, Due 10/26)5,651 5,542 6,518 
11,256 10,667 11,799 
Azalea Buyer, Inc. (0.4%)*(7)
Technology
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 11/27)(8) (10)
4,606 4,500 4,507 
Revolver (LIBOR + 5.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 11/27)(8) (10)
— (9)(9)
Subordinated Term Loan (12.0% PIK, Acquired 11/21, Due 05/28)1,260 1,235 1,237 
Common Stock (192,307.7 shares, Acquired 11/21)192 192 
5,866 5,918 5,927 
Bariacum S.A. (0.5%)*(3) (7) (8) (16)
Consumer ProductsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.5%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 11/28)6,342 6,243 6,139 
6,342 6,243 6,139 
BDP International, Inc. (f/k/a BDP Buyer, LLC) (2.0%)*(7) (8) (9)
Air Freight & LogisticsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 12/18, Due 12/24)14,812 14,621 14,812 
14,812 14,621 14,812 
Benify (Bennevis AB)
(0.1%)*(3) (7) (8) (26)
High Tech IndustriesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (STIBOR + 5.25%, 5.3% Cash, Acquired 07/19, Due 07/26)1,249 1,223 1,249 
1,249 1,223 1,249 
Beyond Risk Management, Inc.
(0.2%)*(7) (8) (10)
Other FinancialFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.5%, 5.3% Cash, Acquired 10/21, Due 10/27)2,427 2,345 2,343 
2,427 2,345 2,343 
Bidwax (0.6%)*(3) (7) (8) (16)
Non-durable Consumer GoodsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 6.5%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 02/21, Due 02/28)7,789 8,069 7,603 
7,789 8,069 7,603 
BigHand UK Bidco Limited (0.3%)*(3) (7) (8) (21)
High Tech IndustriesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (SONIA + 5.5%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 01/21, Due 01/28)3,416 3,360 3,313 
3,416 3,360 3,313 
Bounteous, Inc. (0.1%)*(7) (8) (10)
TechnologyFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 08/21, Due 08/27)1,905 1,817 1,823 
1,905 1,817 1,823 
Brightline Trains Florida LLC (0.4%)*(7)
TransportationSenior Secured Note (8.0% Cash, Acquired 08/21, Due 01/28)5,000 5,000 4,825 
5,000 5,000 4,825 
Brightpay Limited (0.2%)*(3) (7) (8) (16)
TechnologyFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.25%, 5.3% Cash, Acquired 10/21, Due 10/28)2,058 2,078 2,012 
2,058 2,078 2,012 
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Barings BDC, Inc.
Unaudited Consolidated Schedule of Investments — (Continued)
September 30, 2021March 31, 2022
(Amounts in thousands, except share amounts)
Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
Brightline Trains Florida LLC (0.7%)*TransportationSenior Secured Note (8.0% Cash, Acquired 08/21, Due 01/28)$5,000,000 $5,000,000 $4,941,125 
5,000,000 5,000,000 4,941,125 
British Airways 2020-1 Class B Pass Through Trust (0.1%)*AirlinesStructured Secured Note - Class B (8.4% Cash, Acquired 11/20, Due 11/28)836,486 836,486 979,265 
836,486 836,486 979,265 
British Engineering Services Holdco Limited (2.1%)*(3) (7) (8) (15)
Commercial Services & SuppliesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (GBP LIBOR + 6.75%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/27)15,460,203 15,064,588 15,270,266 
15,460,203 15,064,588 15,270,266 
Brown Machine Group Holdings, LLC (0.9%)*(7) (8) (10)
Industrial EquipmentFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 10/18, Due 10/24)6,633,915 6,583,092 6,633,915 
6,633,915 6,583,092 6,633,915 
Cadent, LLC (f/k/a Cross MediaWorks) (0.9%)*(7) (8) (9)
Media & EntertainmentFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 09/18, Due 09/23)6,913,258 6,884,704 6,913,258 
6,913,258 6,884,704 6,913,258 
Canadian Orthodontic Partners Corp.(0.2%)*(3) (7) (8) (21)
HealthcareFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (CDOR + 6.5%, 7.5% Cash, Acquired 06/21, Due 03/26)1,639,329 1,694,919 1,623,146 
1,639,329 1,694,919 1,623,146 
Carlson Travel, Inc (1.2%)*Business Travel ManagementFirst Lien Senior Secured Note (6.8% Cash, Acquired 09/20, Due 12/25)3,000,000 2,362,500 2,670,000 
Super Senior Secured Term Loan (10.5% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 3/25)5,915,060 5,838,792 6,210,813 
Common Stock (1,962 units, Acquired 11/20)(7)
88,290 1,962 
8,915,060 8,289,582 8,882,775 
Centralis Finco S.a.r.l. (0.1%)*(3) (7) (8) (16)
Diversified Financial ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.25%, 5.3% Cash, Acquired 05/20, Due 05/27)822,090 737,261 822,090 
822,090 737,261 822,090 
Cineworld Group PLC
(1.5%)*(3)
Leisure Products
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 2.5%, 3.5% Cash, 2.5% PIK, Acquired 04/20, Due 02/25)(8) (12)
9,049,339 6,354,276 7,438,013 
Super Senior Secured Term Loan (7.0% Cash, 8.3% PIK, Acquired 11/20, Due 05/24)1,749,570 1,544,114 2,157,079 
Super Senior Secured Term Loan (8.25% Cash, 9.3% Cash, Acquired 07/21, Due 05/24)993,503 957,944 1,060,565 
Warrants (553,375 units, Acquired 12/20)101,602 274,581 
11,792,412 8,957,936 10,930,238 
Classic Collision (Summit Buyer, LLC) (2.3%)*(7) (8) (11)
Auto Collision Repair CentersFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 01/20, Due 01/26)17,484,670 17,197,300 17,125,253 
17,484,670 17,197,300 17,125,253 
CM Acquisitions Holdings Inc. (2.6%)*(7) (8) (9)
Internet & Direct MarketingFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 05/19, Due 05/25)19,154,411 18,913,478 19,154,412 
19,154,411 18,913,478 19,154,412 
CMT Opco Holding, LLC (Concept Machine) (0.6%)*(7) (8)
Distributors
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 01/20, Due 01/25)(11)
4,144,368 4,086,284 4,044,903 
LLC Units (8,782 units, Acquired 01/20)351,709 276,457 
4,144,368 4,437,993 4,321,360 
Command Alkon (Project Potter Buyer, LLC) (2.8%)*(7) (8)
Software
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 8.25%, 9.3% Cash, Acquired 04/20, Due 04/27)(9)
20,795,747 20,250,117 20,400,377 
Class A Units (90.384 units, Acquired 04/20)90,384 100,961 
Class B Units (33,324.69 units, Acquired 04/20)— 8,260 
20,795,747 20,340,501 20,509,598 
Contabo Finco S.À R.L (0.2%)*(3) (7) (8) (16)
Internet Software & ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 4.75%, 4.8% Cash, Acquired 10/19, Due 10/26)1,405,059 1,314,934 1,405,059 
1,405,059 1,314,934 1,405,059 
Coyo Uprising GmbH (1.2%)*(3) (7)
Technology
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 6.5%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 09/21, Due 09/28)(8) (16)
8,195,509 8,050,115 7,956,473 
Class A Units (440.0 units, Acquired 09/21)205,333 202,537 
Class B Units (191.0 units, Acquired 09/21)445,883 439,388 
8,195,509 8,701,331 8,598,398 
Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
BrightSign LLC (0.6%)*(7)
Media & Entertainment
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 10/21, Due 10/27)(8) (10)
$6,779 $6,707 $6,664 
Revolver (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 10/21, Due 10/27)(8) (10)
— (12)(23)
LLC units (1,107,492.71 units, Acquired 10/21)1,107 1,107 
6,779 7,802 7,748 
British Airways 2020-1 Class B Pass Through Trust (0.1%)*AirlinesStructured Secured Note - Class B (8.4% Cash, Acquired 11/20, Due 11/28)783 783 862 
783 783 862 
British Engineering Services Holdco Limited (1.1%)*(3) (7) (8) (22)
Commercial Services & SuppliesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (SONIA + 7.03%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/27)15,097 15,094 14,689 
15,097 15,094 14,689 
Brook & Whittle Holding Corp.(0.1%)* (7) (8) (10) (31)
Containers, Packaging & SuppliesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.0%, 4.5% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 12/28)1,994 1,974 1,944 
1,994 1,974 1,944 
Brown Machine Group Holdings, LLC (0.5%)*(7) (8) (10)
Industrial EquipmentFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 10/18, Due 10/24)6,281 6,240 6,281 
6,281 6,240 6,281 
Cadent, LLC (f/k/a Cross MediaWorks) (0.5%)*(7) (8) (9)
Media & EntertainmentFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 09/18, Due 09/23)6,913 6,892 6,913 
6,913 6,892 6,913 
CAi Software, LLC (0.7%)*(7) (8) (10)
TechnologyFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.25%, 7.3% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/28)9,057 8,882 8,894 
Revolver (LIBOR + 6.25%, 7.3% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/28)— (18)(17)
9,057 8,864 8,877 
Canadian Orthodontic Partners Corp.(0.1%)*(3) (7) (8) (25)
HealthcareFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (CDOR + 6.5%, 7.5% Cash, Acquired 06/21, Due 03/26)1,703 1,741 1,666 
1,703 1,741 1,666 
Cardenas Markets, LLC (0.1%)*(7) (8) (10) (31)
RetailFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.25%, 7.3% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 06/27)1,990 1,985 1,950 
1,990 1,985 1,950 
Carlson Travel, Inc (0.7%)*Business Travel ManagementFirst Lien Senior Secured Note (8.5% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 11/26)6,050 5,670 5,959 
Common Stock (94,155 shares, Acquired 11/21)1,655 2,787 
6,050 7,325 8,746 
Centralis Finco S.a.r.l. (0.1%)*(3) (7) (8) (16)
Diversified Financial ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.25%, 5.3% Cash, Acquired 05/20, Due 05/27)789 740 789 
789 740 789 
Ceres Pharma NV (0.1%)*(3) (7) (8) (17)
PharmaceuticalsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.5%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 10/21, Due 10/28)1,342 1,285 1,254 
1,342 1,285 1,254 
CGI Parent, LLC (1.4%)*(7)
Business Equipment & Services
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 02/28)(8) (10)
17,796 17,446 17,440 
Revolver (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 02/28)(8) (10)
441 408 408 
Preferred Stock (551 shares, Acquired 02/22)551 551 
18,237 18,405 18,399 
Cineworld Group PLC (0.2%)*(3)
Leisure ProductsSuper Senior Secured Term Loan (7.0% Cash, 8.3% PIK, Acquired 11/20, Due 05/24)1,824 1,640 2,152 
Super Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 8.25% Cash, 9.3% Cash, Acquired 07/21, Due 02/25)(8) (11)
994 964 1,056 
Warrants (553,375 units, Acquired 12/20)102 84 
2,818 2,706 3,292 
Classic Collision (Summit Buyer, LLC) (0.5%)*(7) (8) (10)
Auto Collision Repair CentersFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 01/20, Due 01/26)6,640 6,528 6,526 
6,640 6,528 6,526 
CM Acquisitions Holdings Inc. (1.4%)*(7) (8) (19)
Internet & Direct MarketingFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (SOFR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 05/19, Due 05/25)19,106 18,911 18,819 
19,106 18,911 18,819 
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Barings BDC, Inc.
Unaudited Consolidated Schedule of Investments — (Continued)
September 30, 2021March 31, 2022
(Amounts in thousands, except share amounts)
Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
Crash Champions (0.7%)*(7) (8) (11)
AutomotiveFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 05/21, Due 08/25)$5,000,000 $4,908,699 $4,900,000 
5,000,000 4,908,699 4,900,000 
CSL DualCom (0.2%)*(3) (7) (8) (15)
Tele-communicationsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (GBP LIBOR + 5.5%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 09/20, Due 09/27)1,335,409 1,200,892 1,289,220 
1,335,409 1,200,892 1,289,220 
Custom Alloy Corporation (4.8%)*(7) (25)
Manufacturer of Pipe Fittings & ForgingsSecond Lien Loan (15.0% PIK, Acquired 12/20, Due 04/22)45,000,185 37,043,142 32,850,135 
Revolver (15.0% PIK, Acquired 12/20, Due 04/22)4,255,152 3,737,652 3,106,261 
49,255,337 40,780,794 35,956,396 
CW Group Holdings, LLC (0.4%)*(7)
High Tech Industries
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.0%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 01/21, Due 01/27)(8) (11)
2,826,882 2,769,209 2,826,882 
LLC Units (161,290.32 units, Acquired 01/21)161,290 142,742 
2,826,882 2,930,499 2,969,624 
Dart Buyer, Inc. (1.6%)*(3) (7) (8) (11)
Aerospace & DefenseFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 04/19, Due 04/25)12,217,301 12,035,364 12,012,230 
12,217,301 12,035,364 12,012,230 
Discovery Education, Inc. (2.5%)*(7) (8) (11)
PublishingFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 10/20, Due 10/26)18,845,063 18,558,807 18,845,063 
18,845,063 18,558,807 18,845,063 
Distinct Holdings, Inc. (0.9%)*(7) (8) (9)
Systems SoftwareFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 04/19, Due 12/23)6,880,088 6,835,922 6,756,247 
6,880,088 6,835,922 6,756,247 
Dragon Bidco (0.4%)*(3) (7) (8) (17)
TechnologyFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 6.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 04/21, Due 04/28)2,781,480 2,806,726 2,721,795 
2,781,480 2,806,726 2,721,795 
DreamStart Bidco SAS (d/b/a SmartTrade) (0.3%)*(3) (7) (8) (17)
Diversified Financial ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.25%, 5.3% Cash, Acquired 03/20, Due 03/27)2,150,323 1,984,101 2,109,444 
2,150,323 1,984,101 2,109,444 
Dune Group (0.5%)*(3) (7) (8)
Health Care Equipment
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 09/21, Due 09/28)(11)
3,530,280 3,468,520 3,468,500 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 09/21, Due 09/28)(16)
(35,248)(34,769)
3,530,280 3,433,272 3,433,731 
Dwyer Instruments, Inc. (1.1%)*(7) (8) (11)
Electric
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.50%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 07/21, Due 07/27)8,036,902 7,858,620 7,851,810 
8,036,902 7,858,620 7,851,810 
Ellkay, LLC (0.7%)*(7) (8) (11)
Healthcare & PharmaceuticalsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 09/21, Due 09/27)5,000,000 4,900,303 4,900,000 
5,000,000 4,900,303 4,900,000 
Entact Environmental Services, Inc. (0.8%)*(7) (8) (11)
Environmental IndustriesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 02/21, Due 12/25)5,719,232 5,668,597 5,679,198 
5,719,232 5,668,597 5,679,198 
EPS NASS Parent, Inc. (0.8%)*(7) (8) (11)
Electrical Components & EquipmentFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 04/21, Due 04/28)5,827,510 5,687,300 5,718,409 
5,827,510 5,687,300 5,718,409 
F24 (Stairway BidCo Gmbh) (0.2%)*(3) (7) (8) (16)
Software ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 6.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 08/20, Due 08/27)1,651,516 1,645,146 1,651,516 
1,651,516 1,645,146 1,651,516 
Ferrellgas L.P. (0.4%)*(3) (7)
Oil & Gas Equipment & ServicesOpCo Preferred Units (2,886 units, Acquired 03/21)2,799,420 2,972,580 
2,799,420 2,972,580 
Fineline Technologies, Inc. (0.2%)*(7) (8) (11)
Consumer ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 02/21, Due 02/28)1,309,000 1,285,229 1,309,000 
1,309,000 1,285,229 1,309,000 
FitzMark Buyer, LLC (0.6%)*(7) (8) (11)
Cargo & TransportationFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/26)4,269,265 4,193,607 4,260,727 
4,269,265 4,193,607 4,260,727 
Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
CMT Opco Holding, LLC (Concept Machine) (0.3%)*(7) (8)
Distributors
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 01/20, Due 01/25)(10)
$4,144 $4,094 $3,894 
LLC Units (8,782 units, Acquired 01/20)352 72 
4,144 4,446 3,966 
Coastal Marina Holdings, LLC (1.4%)*(7)
Other FinancialSubordinated Term Loan (10.0% PIK, Acquired 11/21, Due 11/31)4,901 4,472 4,447 
Subordinated Term Loan (8.0% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 11/31)13,044 11,873 11,830 
LLC Units (547,591 units, Acquired 11/21)1,643 2,177 
17,945 17,988 18,454 
Cobham Slip Rings SAS (0.1%)*(3) (7) (8) (10)
Diversified ManufacturingFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.25%, 7.3% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 11/28)1,303 1,273 1,276 
1,303 1,273 1,276 
Command Alkon (Project Potter Buyer, LLC) (1.0%)*(7)
Software
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 8.25%, 9.3% Cash, Acquired 04/20, Due 04/27)(8) (9)
13,708 13,265 13,602 
Class A Units (90.384 units, Acquired 04/20)90 101 
Class B Units (33,324.69 units, Acquired 04/20)— 199 
13,708 13,355 13,902 
Contabo Finco S.À R.L (0.4%)*(3) (7) (8) (16)
Internet Software & ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR 5.25%, 5.3% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 10/26)5,821 5,768 5,733 
5,821 5,768 5,733 
Core Scientific, Inc. (1.5%)*(3) (7)
TechnologyFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (9.8% Cash, Acquired 03/22, Due 03/25)20,000 20,200 20,000 
20,000 20,200 20,000 
Coyo Uprising GmbH (0.4%)*(3) (7)
Technology
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 6.5%, 6.5% Cash, 3.5% PIK, Acquired 09/21, Due 09/28)(8) (16)
4,043 4,137 3,932 
Class A Units (440.0 units, Acquired 09/21)205 199 
Class B Units (191.0 units, Acquired 09/21)446 523 
4,043 4,788 4,654 
CPI International, Inc. (0.6%)*(7) (8) (10) (31)
Aerospace & DefenseSecond Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 7.25%, 8.3% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 07/25)8,575 7,975 7,975 
8,575 7,975 7,975 
Crash Champions (0.9%)*(7) (8) (10)
AutomotiveFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 05/21, Due 08/25)11,609 11,262 11,129 
11,609 11,262 11,129 
CSL DualCom (0.1%)*(3) (7) (8) (14)
Tele-communicationsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (GBP LIBOR + 5.5%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 09/20, Due 09/27)1,304 1,205 1,270 
1,304 1,205 1,270 
CT Technologies Intermediate Holdings, Inc. (0.4%)*(8) (9) (31)
HealthcareFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.25%, 5.0% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 12/25)4,975 4,968 4,924 
4,975 4,968 4,924 
Custom Alloy Corporation (2.2%)*(7) (29)
Manufacturer of Pipe Fittings & Forgings
Second Lien Loan (15.0% PIK, Acquired 12/20, Due 04/22)(28)
52,244 42,162 26,122 
Revolver (15.0% PIK, Acquired 12/20, Due 04/22)(28)
4,940 4,222 2,470 
57,184 46,384 28,592 
CVL 3 (0.3%)*(3) (7) (8)
Capital Equipment
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.5%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/28)(16)
1,947 1,928 1,903 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (SOFR + 5.5%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/28)(19)
1,142 1,115 1,116 
6-Month Bridge Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.5%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 06/22)(16)
779 787 771 
3,868 3,830 3,790 
CW Group Holdings, LLC (0.2%)*(7)
High Tech Industries
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.0%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 01/21, Due 01/27)(8) (10)
2,810 2,758 2,659 
LLC Units (161,290.32 units, Acquired 01/21)161 99 
2,810 2,919 2,758 
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September 30, 2021March 31, 2022
(Amounts in thousands, except share amounts)
Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
Foundation Risk Partners, Corp.
(1.6%)*(7) (8) (11)
Financial ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 09/20, Due 11/23)$10,255,784 $10,095,792 $10,255,784 
Second Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 8.5%, 9.5% Cash, Acquired 09/20, Due 11/24)1,722,221 1,612,762 1,722,221 
11,978,005 11,708,554 11,978,005 
FragilePak LLC (0.7%)*(7)
Transportation Services
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 05/21, Due 05/27)(8) (11)
4,696,562 4,512,234 4,524,567 
Partnership Units (937.5 units, Acquired 05/21)937,500 925,895 
4,696,562 5,449,734 5,450,462 
FSS Buyer LLC (1.3%)*(7)
Technology
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 08/21, Due 08/28)(8) (11)
9,937,347 9,740,595 9,738,600 
LP Interest (1,160.9 units, Acquired 08/21)11,609 11,609 
LP Units (460,652.6 units, Acquired 08/21)51,043 51,043 
9,937,347 9,803,247 9,801,252 
GTM Intermediate Holdings, Inc. (2.1%)*(7) (25)
Medical Equipment ManufacturerSecond Lien Loan (11.0% Cash, 1.0% PIK, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/24)11,470,743 11,419,586 11,470,743 
Series A Preferred Units (923,347.4 units)1,446,615 1,652,792 
Series C Preferred Units (460,652.6 units)721,708 815,355 
Common Stock (2 shares, Acquired 12/20)1,078,778 1,367,408 
11,470,743 14,666,687 15,306,298 
Gulf Finance, LLC (0.1%)*(8) (9)
Oil & Gas Exploration & ProductionFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 10/18, Due 08/23)1,040,300 963,345 998,251 
1,040,300 963,345 998,251 
Halo Technology Bidco, Inc. (0.5%)*(7) (8) (11)
TechnologyFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 06/21, Due 06/27)3,491,250 3,440,704 3,443,245 
3,491,250 3,440,704 3,443,245 
Hawaiian Airlines 2020-1 Class B Pass Through Certificates (0.9%)*AirlinesStructured Secured Note - Class B (11.3% Cash, Acquired 08/20, Due 09/25)6,092,593 6,092,593 6,969,067 
6,092,593 6,092,593 6,969,067 
Heartland, LLC (1.9%)*(7) (8) (11)
Business ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 08/19, Due 08/25)14,110,797 14,004,910 13,828,581 
14,110,797 14,004,910 13,828,581 
Heilbron (f/k/a Sucsez (Bolt Bidco B.V.)) (2.5%)*(3) (7) (8) (17)
InsuranceFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.25%, 5.3% Cash, Acquired 09/19, Due 09/26)19,213,820 18,820,387 18,785,948 
19,213,820 18,820,387 18,785,948 
Highpoint Global LLC (0.7%)*(7) (25)
Government ServicesSecond Lien Note (12.0% Cash, 2.0% PIK, Acquired 12/20, Due 09/22)5,388,708 5,367,477 5,388,708 
5,388,708 5,367,477 5,388,708 
Holley Performance Products (Holley Purchaser, Inc.) (2.3%)*(7) (8) (11)
Automotive Parts & EquipmentFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 5.1% Cash, Acquired 10/18, Due 10/25)16,826,972 16,671,230 16,826,972 
16,826,972 16,671,230 16,826,972 
Home Care Assistance, LLC (0.5%)*(7) (8) (11)
Healthcare & PharmaceuticalsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 03/21, Due 03/27)3,657,138 3,586,189 3,593,290 
3,657,138 3,586,189 3,593,290 
HTI Technology & Industries (2.0%)* (7) (25)
Electronic Component ManufacturingSecond Lien Note (12.0% Cash, 4.8% PIK, Acquired 12/20, Due 09/24)15,080,025 14,575,226 14,739,945 
15,080,025 14,575,226 14,739,945 
HW Holdco, LLC (Hanley Wood LLC) (1.0%)*(7) (8) (10)
AdvertisingFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.5%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 12/18, Due 12/24)7,450,605 7,343,894 7,450,605 
7,450,605 7,343,894 7,450,605 
IGL Holdings III Corp. (1.3%)*(7) (8) (11)
Commercial PrintingFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 11/20, Due 11/26)10,179,318 9,933,240 9,907,568 
10,179,318 9,933,240 9,907,568 
IM Analytics Holding, LLC (d/b/a NVT) (0.8%)*(7) (8)
Electronic Instruments & Components
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 7.0%, 8.0% Cash, Acquired 11/19, Due 11/23)(11)
8,147,000 8,100,534 6,256,896 
Warrant (68,950 units, Acquired 11/19)— — 
8,147,000 8,100,534 6,256,896 
Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
Dart Buyer, Inc. (1.0%)*(7) (8) (10)
Aerospace & DefenseFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 04/19, Due 04/25)$13,438 $13,280 $13,438 
13,438 13,280 13,438 
DataOnline Corp. (1.3%)*(7) (8) (10) (31)
High Tech IndustriesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.25%, 7.3% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 11/25)14,700 14,700 14,700 
Revolver (LIBOR + 6.25%, 7.3% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 11/25)2,143 2,143 2,143 
16,843 16,843 16,843 
DecksDirect, LLC (0.1%)*(7)
Building Materials
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.0%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/26)(8) (9)
727 713 714 
Revolver (LIBOR + 6.0%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/26)(8) (10)
160 156 156 
LLC Units (1,280.8 units, Acquired 12/21)55 55 
887 924 925 
Discovery Education, Inc. (0.9%)*(7) (8) (10)
PublishingFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 10/20, Due 10/26)11,785 11,622 11,785 
11,785 11,622 11,785 
Distinct Holdings, Inc. (0.5%)*(7) (8) (9)
Systems SoftwareFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 04/19, Due 12/23)6,880 6,845 6,687 
6,880 6,845 6,687 
Dragon Bidco (0.8%)*(3) (7) (8) (17)
TechnologyFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 6.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 04/21, Due 04/28)11,127 10,883 10,848 
11,127 10,883 10,848 
DreamStart Bidco SAS (d/b/a SmartTrade) (0.2%)*(3) (7) (8) (17)
Diversified Financial ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 6.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 03/20, Due 03/27)2,366 2,297 2,341 
2,366 2,297 2,341 
Dryden 43 Senior Loan Fund, Series 2016-43A (0.2%)*(3) (31)
Multi-Sector HoldingsSubordinated Structured Notes (Residual Interest, current yield 10.8%, Acquired 02/22, Due 04/34)3,620 2,454 2,296 
3,620 2,454 2,296 
Dryden 49 Senior Loan Fund, Series 2017-49A (0.6%)*(3) (31)
Multi-Sector HoldingsSubordinated Structured Notes (Residual Interest, current yield 14.7%, Acquired 02/22, Due 07/30)17,233 7,934 7,548 
17,233 7,934 7,548 
Dune Group (0.1%)*(3) (7) (8)
Health Care Equipment
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 09/21, Due 09/28)(10)
1,230 1,210 1,212 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 09/21, Due 09/28)(16)
129 107 112 
1,359 1,317 1,324 
Dwyer Instruments, Inc. (0.3%)*(7) (8) (10)
Electric
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 07/21, Due 07/27)4,551 4,460 4,471 
4,551 4,460 4,471 
Echo Global Logistics, Inc. (1.1%)*(7)
Air Transportation
Second Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 7.25%, 7.8% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 11/29)(8) (9)
14,469 14,224 14,246 
Partnership Equity (530.92 units, Acquired 11/21)531 531 
14,469 14,755 14,777 
Ellkay, LLC (0.4%)*(7) (8) (10)
Healthcare & PharmaceuticalsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 09/21, Due 09/27)4,975 4,883 4,894 
4,975 4,883 4,894 
EMI Porta Holdco LLC (0.8%)*(7) (8) (10)
Diversified ManufacturingFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/27)10,822 10,401 10,430 
Revolver (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/27)605 549 552 
11,427 10,950 10,982 
Entact Environmental Services, Inc. (0.4%)*(7) (8) (10)
Environmental IndustriesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 02/21, Due 12/25)5,690 5,645 5,554 
5,690 5,645 5,554 
Envision Healthcare Corporation (0.0%)*(8) (9) (31)
Healthcare & PharmaceuticalsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 3.75%, 4.2% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 10/25)48 37 32 
48 37 32 
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September 30, 2021March 31, 2022
(Amounts in thousands, except share amounts)
Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
IM Square (0.9%)*(3) (7) (8) (16)
Banking, Finance, Insurance & Real EstateFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.25%, 5.3% Cash, Acquired 05/21, Due 05/28)$7,185,490 $7,214,070 $7,023,198 
7,185,490 7,214,070 7,023,198 
IMIA Holdings, Inc. (2.0%)*(7) (8) (11)
Aerospace & DefenseFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 04/21, Due 04/27)14,925,000 14,645,916 14,835,450 
14,925,000 14,645,916 14,835,450 
Innovad Group II BV (0.8%)*(3) (7) (8) (16)
Beverage, Food & TobaccoFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 04/21, Due 04/28)6,375,256 6,314,463 6,203,703 
6,375,256 6,314,463 6,203,703 
INOS 19-090 GmbH (0.7%)*(3) (7) (8) (16)
Aerospace & DefenseFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 6.13%, 6.1% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/27)5,371,919 5,490,210 5,356,008 
5,371,919 5,490,210 5,356,008 
ISS#2, LLC (d/b/a Industrial Services Solutions) (0.9%)*(7) (8) (11)
Commercial Services & SuppliesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 02/20, Due 02/26)6,736,785 6,634,234 6,346,052 
6,736,785 6,634,234 6,346,052 
Jade Bidco Limited (Jane's)
(1.1%)*(3) (7) (8)
Aerospace & Defense
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 11/19, Due 12/26)(12)
7,241,738 7,093,269 7,167,612 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 6.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 11/19, Due 12/26)(17)
1,338,894 1,252,089 1,325,189 
8,580,632 8,345,358 8,492,801 
Jedson Engineering, Inc. (0.4%)*(7) (25)
Engineering & Construction ManagementFirst Lien Loan (12.0% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 06/24)2,650,000 2,650,000 2,650,000 
2,650,000 2,650,000 2,650,000 
JetBlue 2019-1 Class B Pass Through Trust (0.7%)*AirlinesStructured Secured Note - Class B (8.0% Cash, Acquired 08/20, Due 11/27)4,443,386 4,443,386 5,199,273 
4,443,386 4,443,386 5,199,273 
JF Acquisition, LLC (0.5%)*(7) (8) (11)
AutomotiveFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 05/21, Due 07/24)3,875,565 3,746,453 3,808,533 
3,875,565 3,746,453 3,808,533 
Kano Laboratories LLC (1.2%)*(7)
Chemicals, Plastics & Rubber
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 11/20, Due 09/26)(8) (11)
8,779,520 8,548,054 8,779,520 
Partnership Equity (203.2 units, Acquired 11/20)203,198 230,306 
8,779,520 8,751,252 9,009,826 
Kene Acquisition, Inc. (En Engineering) (1.0%)*(7) (8) (9)
Oil & Gas Equipment & ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.25%, 5.3% Cash, Acquired 08/19, Due 08/26)7,243,172 7,138,286 7,243,172 
7,243,172 7,138,286 7,243,172 
Kona Buyer, LLC (3.3%)*(7) (8) (11)
High Tech IndustriesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/27)24,244,318 23,708,135 24,244,318 
24,244,318 23,708,135 24,244,318 
LAF International (0.2%)*(3) (7) (8) (17)
Healthcare & PharmaceuticalsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 6.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 03/21, Due 03/28)1,506,635 1,542,469 1,470,291 
1,506,635 1,542,469 1,470,291 
Learfield Communications, LLC (1.1%)*Broadcasting
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 3.25%, 4.3% Cash, Acquired 08/20, Due 12/23)(8) (9)
135,734 95,692 130,068 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 3.0%, 3.0% Cash, 10.2% PIK, Acquired 08/20, Due 12/23)(11)
7,754,000 7,704,071 7,783,077 
7,889,734 7,799,763 7,913,145 
Legal Solutions Holdings (1.5%)*(7) (24) (25)
Business ServicesSenior Subordinated Loan (16.0% PIK, Acquired 12/20, Due 03/22)11,371,442 10,129,207 11,030,298 
11,371,442 10,129,207 11,030,298 
LivTech Purchaser, Inc. (0.1%)*(7) (8) (11)
Business ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 01/21, Due 12/25)918,023 907,182 905,523 
918,023 907,182 905,523 
MC Group Ventures Corporation (0.6%)*(7)
Business Services
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 07/21, Due 06/27)(8) (11)
3,703,504 3,595,340 3,613,089 
Partnership Units (746.66 Units, Acquired 06/21)746,662 746,660 
3,703,504 4,342,002 4,359,749 
Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
EPS NASS Parent, Inc. (0.4%)*(7) (8) (10)
Electrical Components & EquipmentFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 04/21, Due 04/28)$5,798 $5,685 $5,711 
5,798 5,685 5,711 
eShipping, LLC (0.3%)*(7) (8)
Transportation Services
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 11/27)(9)
3,854 3,744 3,759 
Revolver (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 11/27)(10)
663 635 637 
4,517 4,379 4,396 
Events Software BidCo Pty Ltd (0.1%)*(3) (7) (8) (24)
TechnologyFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (BBSY + 5.5%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 03/22, Due 03/28)1,924 1,850 1,852 
1,924 1,850 1,852 
F24 (Stairway BidCo Gmbh) (0.1%)*(3) (7) (8) (16)
Software ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 6.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 08/20, Due 08/27)1,586 1,651 1,586 
1,586 1,651 1,586 
Ferrellgas L.P. (0.2%)*(3) (7)
Oil & Gas Equipment & ServicesOpCo Preferred Units (2,886 units, Acquired 03/21)2,799 3,030 
2,799 3,030 
Fineline Technologies, Inc. (0.1%)*(7) (8) (10)
Consumer ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 02/21, Due 02/28)1,302 1,281 1,302 
1,302 1,281 1,302 
Finexvet (0.1%)*(3) (7) (8) (16)
Consumer Cyclical
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.5%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 03/22, Due 03/29)1,536 1,458 1,467 
1,536 1,458 1,467 
FinThrive Software Intermediate Holdings Inc. (0.5%)*Business Equipment & ServicesPreferred Stock (6,582.7 shares, Acquired 03/22)7,263 7,263 
7,263 7,263 
FitzMark Buyer, LLC (0.3%)*(7) (8) (10)
Cargo & TransportationFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.5%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/26)4,259 4,189 4,173 
4,259 4,189 4,173 
Flexential Issuer, LLC (1.1%)*Information TechnologyStructured Secured Note - Class C (6.9% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 11/51)16,000 14,822 15,040 
16,000 14,822 15,040 
FragilePak LLC (0.4%)*(7)
Transportation Services
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 05/21, Due 05/27)(8) (10)
4,685 4,515 4,298 
Partnership Units (937.5 units, Acquired 05/21)938 808 
4,685 5,453 5,106 
Front Line Power Construction LLC (0.3%)*Construction Machinery
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 12.5%, 13.5% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 11/28)(7) (8) (10)
4,000 3,876 3,880 
Common Stock (50,848 shares, Acquired 11/21)130 94 
4,000 4,006 3,974 
FSS Buyer LLC (0.5%)*(7)
Technology
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 08/21, Due 08/28)(8) (10)
6,895 6,762 6,784 
LP Interest (1,160.9 units, Acquired 08/21)12 12 
LP Units (5,104.32 units, Acquired 08/21)51 51 
6,895 6,825 6,847 
GC EOS Buyer Inc. (0.2%)*(8) (9) (31)
AutomotiveFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.5%, 5.0% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 08/25)2,481 2,479 2,448 
2,481 2,479 2,448 
GTM Intermediate Holdings, Inc. (1.0%)*(7) (29)
Medical Equipment ManufacturerSecond Lien Loan (11.0% Cash, 1.0% PIK, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/24)11,540 11,489 11,309 
Series A Preferred Units (923,347.4 units, Acquired 12/20)2,166 1,391 
Series C Preferred Units (460,652.6 units, Acquired 12/20)1,081 995 
11,540 14,736 13,695 
Gulf Finance, LLC (0.1%)*(8) (9)
Oil & Gas Exploration & ProductionFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.75%, 7.8% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 08/26)829 798 756 
829 798 756 
Hawaiian Airlines 2020-1 Class B Pass Through Certificates (0.4%)*AirlinesStructured Secured Note - Class B (11.3% Cash, Acquired 08/20, Due 09/25)5,389 5,389 5,874 
5,389 5,389 5,874 
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Barings BDC, Inc.
Unaudited Consolidated Schedule of Investments — (Continued)
September 30, 2021March 31, 2022
(Amounts in thousands, except share amounts)
Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
Media Recovery, Inc. (SpotSee) (1.0%)*(7) (8)
Containers, Packaging & Glass
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.0%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 11/19, Due 11/25)(11)
$2,947,860 $2,904,822 $2,947,860 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (GBP LIBOR + 6.0%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/26)(14)
4,436,853 4,314,118 4,436,853 
7,384,713 7,218,940 7,384,713 
MNS Buyer, Inc. (0.1%)*(7)
Construction & Building
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 08/21, Due 08/27)(8) (9)
923,077 904,955 904,615 
Partnership Units (76.92 Units, Acquired 08/21)76,923 76,920 
923,077 981,878 981,535 
Modern Star Holdings Bidco Pty Limited. (0.6%)*(3) (7) (8) (19)
Non-durable Consumer GoodsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (BBSY + 6.25%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/26)4,431,728 4,467,468 4,431,728 
4,431,728 4,467,468 4,431,728 
MSG National Properties (0.3%)*(3) (7) (8) (11)
Hotel, Gaming, & LeisureFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.25%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 11/20, Due 11/25)2,443,296 2,380,896 2,498,270 
2,443,296 2,380,896 2,498,270 
Murphy Midco Limited (0.6%)*(3) (7) (8) (14)
Media, Diversified & ProductionFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (GBP LIBOR + 5.5%, 5.6% Cash, Acquired 11/20, Due 11/27)4,577,225 4,296,504 4,467,552 
4,577,225 4,296,504 4,467,552 
Music Reports, Inc. (0.7%)*(7) (8) (11)
Media & EntertainmentFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 08/20, Due 08/26)5,537,042 5,419,770 5,537,042 
5,537,042 5,419,770 5,537,042 
Navia Benefit Solutions, Inc. (0.3%)* (7) (8) (11)
Healthcare & PharmaceuticalsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 02/21, Due 02/27)2,388,000 2,325,788 2,333,009 
2,388,000 2,325,788 2,333,009 
NGS US Finco, LLC (f/k/a Dresser Natural Gas Solutions) (1.6%)*(7) (8) (9)
Energy Equipment & ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.25%, 5.3% Cash, Acquired 10/18, Due 10/25)11,795,227 11,758,918 11,571,118 
11,795,227 11,758,918 11,571,118 
Odeon Cinemas Group Limited (0.5%)*(3) (7)
Hotel, Gaming, & LeisureFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (10.8% Cash, Acquired 02/21, Due 08/23)3,995,750 4,042,293 4,075,665 
3,995,750 4,042,293 4,075,665 
OG III B.V. (0.4%)*(3) (7) (8) (16)
Containers & Glass ProductsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 06/21, Due 06/28)2,765,751 2,775,634 2,690,690 
2,765,751 2,775,634 2,690,690 
Omni Intermediate Holdings, LLC (1.9%)*(7) (8) (9)
TransportationFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/26)13,930,000 13,594,798 13,930,000 
13,930,000 13,594,798 13,930,000 
Options Technology Ltd.
(1.7%)*(3) (7) (8) (11)
Computer ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.5%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 12/19, Due 12/25)12,319,906 12,138,737 12,319,906 
12,319,906 12,138,737 12,319,906 
Oracle Vision Bidco Limited (0.4%)*(3) (7) (8) (22)
HealthcareFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (SONIA + 5.25%, 5.3% Cash, Acquired 06/21, Due 05/28)3,086,103 3,138,014 3,006,380 
3,086,103 3,138,014 3,006,380 
Origin Bidco Limited (0.1%)*(3) (7) (8)
Technology
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 06/21, Due 06/28)(11)
597,094 581,261 582,346 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 06/21, Due 06/28)(16)
384,446 393,487 374,950 
981,540 974,748 957,296 
Pacific Health Supplies Bidco Pty Limited (1.2%)*(3) (7) (8) (20)
Healthcare & PharmaceuticalsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (BBSY + 6.0%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/25)8,722,219 8,716,566 8,582,268 
8,722,219 8,716,566 8,582,268 
Pare SAS (SAS Maurice MARLE) (0.6%)*(3) (7) (8) (16)
Health Care EquipmentFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 6.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 12/19, Due 12/26)4,726,198 4,474,717 4,693,115 
4,726,198 4,474,717 4,693,115 
Patriot New Midco 1 Limited (Forensic Risk Alliance) (1.0%)*(3) (7) (8)
Diversified Financial Services
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.75%, 7.8% Cash, Acquired 02/20, Due 02/27)(11)
4,006,241 3,917,757 3,870,029 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 6.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 02/20, Due 02/27)(16)
3,488,293 3,206,723 3,369,691 
7,494,534 7,124,480 7,239,720 
Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
Heartland Veterinary Partners, LLC (0.7%)*(7)
HealthcareSubordinated Term Loan (11.0% PIK, Acquired 11/21, Due 11/28)$9,343 $9,103 $9,124 
9,343 9,103 9,124 
Heartland, LLC (1.1%)*(7) (8) (10)
Business ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 08/19, Due 08/25)14,040 13,948 13,818 
14,040 13,948 13,818 
Heavy Construction Systems Specialists, LLC (0.5%)*(7) (8) (10)
TechnologyFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 11/27)7,368 7,228 7,239 
Revolver (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 11/27)— (49)(46)
7,368 7,179 7,193 
Heilbron (f/k/a Sucsez (Bolt Bidco B.V.)) (0.6%)*(3) (7) (8) (16)
InsuranceFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.0%, 5.0% Cash, Acquired 09/19, Due 09/26)8,599 9,380 8,444 
8,599 9,380 8,444 
Highpoint Global LLC (0.4%)*(7) (29)
Government ServicesSecond Lien Note (12.0% Cash, 2.0% PIK, Acquired 12/20, Due 09/22)5,461 5,440 5,461 
5,461 5,440 5,461 
Holland Acquisition Corp. (0.0%)*(7) (8) (9) (28) (31)
Energy: Oil & GasFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 9.0%, 10.0% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 05/22)3,754 — — 
3,754 — — 
Home Care Assistance, LLC (0.3%)*(7) (8) (10)
Healthcare & PharmaceuticalsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 03/21, Due 03/27)3,821 3,756 3,756 
3,821 3,756 3,756 
HTI Technology & Industries (1.7%)* (7) (29)
Electronic Component ManufacturingSecond Lien Note (12.0% Cash, 4.0% PIK, Acquired 12/20, Due 09/24)23,068 22,429 22,560 
23,068 22,429 22,560 
HW Holdco, LLC (Hanley Wood LLC) (0.8%)*(7) (8) (9)
AdvertisingFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 12/18, Due 12/24)11,068 10,877 10,852 
11,068 10,877 10,852 
IGL Holdings III Corp. (0.3%)*(7) (8) (10)
Commercial PrintingFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 11/20, Due 11/26)4,315 4,227 4,229 
4,315 4,227 4,229 
IM Analytics Holding, LLC (d/b/a NVT) (0.5%)*(7) (8)
Electronic Instruments & Components
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 7.0%, 8.0% Cash, Acquired 11/19, Due 11/23)(10)
8,106 8,069 6,416 
Warrant (68,950 units, Acquired 11/19)— — 
8,106 8,069 6,416 
IM Square (0.5%)*(3) (7) (8) (17)
Banking, Finance, Insurance & Real EstateFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.25%, 5.3% Cash, Acquired 05/21, Due 04/28)6,898 7,272 6,774 
6,898 7,272 6,774 
Infoniqa Holdings GmbH (0.2%)*(3) (7) (8) (16)
TechnologyFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.25%, 5.3% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 11/28)2,924 2,895 2,853 
2,924 2,895 2,853 
Innovad Group II BV (0.4%)*(3) (7) (8) (16)
Beverage, Food & TobaccoFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 04/21, Due 04/28)6,121 6,327 5,583 
6,121 6,327 5,583 
Innovative XCessories & Services, LLC (0.2%)*(8) (10) (31)
AutomotiveFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.25%, 5.3% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 03/27)2,946 2,892 2,762 
2,946 2,892 2,762 
INOS 19-090 GmbH (0.4%)*(3) (7) (8) (16)
Aerospace & DefenseFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 6.13%, 6.1% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/27)5,157 5,501 5,157 
5,157 5,501 5,157 
Iqor US Inc. (0.2%)*(8) (9) (31)
Services: BusinessFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 7.5%, 8.5% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 11/24)2,710 2,738 2,696 
2,710 2,738 2,696 
Isagenix International, LLC (0.1%)*(8) (10) (31)
WholesaleFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 06/25)1,645 1,208 1,033 
1,645 1,208 1,033 
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September 30, 2021March 31, 2022
(Amounts in thousands, except share amounts)
Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
PDQ.Com Corporation (0.6%)*(7)
Business Equipment & Services
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 08/21, Due 08/28)(8) (11)
$4,694,533 $4,608,355 $4,607,315 
Class A-2 Partnership Units (26.32 units, Acquired 08/21)26,316 26,320 
4,694,533 4,634,671 4,633,635 
PerTronix, LLC (0.9%)*(7) (8) (9)
AutomotiveFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 10/20, Due 10/26)6,525,965 6,440,766 6,525,965 
6,525,965 6,440,766 6,525,965 
Premium Franchise Brands, LLC (2.0%)*(7) (8) (11)
Research & Consulting ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.25%, 7.3% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/26)14,852,588 14,586,908 14,555,536 
14,852,588 14,586,908 14,555,536 
Premium Invest (0.3%)*(3) (7) (8) (16)
Brokerage, Asset Managers & ExchangesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 6.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 06/21, Due 06/28)2,732,804 2,674,511 2,583,119 
2,732,804 2,674,511 2,583,119 
Preqin MC Limited (0.9%)*(3) (7) (8) (23)
Banking, Finance, Insurance & Real EstateFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (SOFR + 5.5%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 08/21, Due 07/28)6,789,005 6,589,000 6,585,335 
6,789,005 6,589,000 6,585,335 
Process Equipment, Inc. (ProcessBarron) (0.8%)*(7) (8) (11)
Industrial Air & Material Handling EquipmentFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 03/19, Due 03/25)6,173,594 6,108,998 5,642,665 
6,173,594 6,108,998 5,642,665 
Professional Datasolutions, Inc. (PDI) (1.4%)*(7) (8) (12)
Application SoftwareFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.5%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 03/19, Due 10/24)10,869,004 10,858,773 10,782,052 
10,869,004 10,858,773 10,782,052 
Protego Bidco B.V. (0.5%)*(3) (7) (8) (16)
Aerospace & DefenseFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.25%, 5.3% Cash, Acquired 03/21, Due 03/27)2,270,096 2,308,328 2,270,096 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 6.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 03/21, Due 03/28)1,577,424 1,558,533 1,517,358 
3,847,520 3,866,861 3,787,454 
PSC UK Pty Ltd. (0.4%)*(3) (7) (8) (13)
Insurance ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (GBP LIBOR + 6.0%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 11/19, Due 10/24)2,648,286 2,453,899 2,648,286 
2,648,286 2,453,899 2,648,286 
QPE7 SPV1 BidCo Pty Ltd (0.5%)*(3) (7) (8) (20)
Consumer CyclicalFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (BBSY + 5.5%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 09/21, Due 09/26)4,149,193 4,022,028 4,075,972 
4,149,193 4,022,028 4,075,972 
Questel Unite (3.4%)*(3) (7) (8)
Business Services
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 6.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/27)(16)
18,333,313 18,730,984 18,259,980 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.25%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/27)(11)
6,892,270 6,799,020 6,864,701 
25,225,583 25,530,004 25,124,681 
Recovery Point Systems, Inc.
(1.6%)*(7)
Technology
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.5%, 7.5% Cash, Acquired 08/20, Due 07/26)(8) (11)
11,677,818 11,480,879 11,677,818 
Partnership Equity (187,235 units, Acquired 03/21)187,235 160,086 
11,677,818 11,668,114 11,837,904 
REP SEKO MERGER SUB LLC
(1.0%)* (7) (8) (11)
Air Freight & LogisticsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/26)7,633,228 7,426,430 7,542,350 
7,633,228 7,426,430 7,542,350 
Resonetics, LLC (0.3%)*(7) (8) (11)
Health Care EquipmentSecond Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 7.0%, 7.8% Cash, Acquired 04/21, Due 04/29)2,088,364 2,048,222 2,052,475 
2,088,364 2,048,222 2,052,475 
Reward Gateway (UK) Ltd (2.2%)*(3) (7) (8) (22)
Precious Metals & MineralsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (SONIA + 6.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 08/21, Due 06/28)16,885,629 16,872,272 16,359,475 
16,885,629 16,872,272 16,359,475 
RPX Corporation (3.0%)*(7) (8) (11)
Research & Consulting ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.0%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 10/20, Due 10/25)22,693,750 22,241,517 22,183,141 
22,693,750 22,241,517 22,183,141 
Ruffalo Noel Levitz, LLC
(1.3%)*(7) (8) (11)
Media ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.0%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 01/19, Due 05/22)9,543,326 9,512,741 9,543,326 
9,543,326 9,512,741 9,543,326 
Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
ISS#2, LLC (d/b/a Industrial Services Solutions) (0.5%)*(7) (8) (10)
Commercial Services & SuppliesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 02/20, Due 02/26)$6,720 $6,628 $6,431 
6,720 6,628 6,431 
ITI Intermodal, Inc. (0.1%)*(7)
Transportation Services
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/27)(8) (10)
721 706 706 
Revolver (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/27)(8) (10)
— (2)(2)
Common Stock (1,433.37 shares, Acquired 01/22)144 143 
721 848 847 
Ivanti Software, Inc. (0.4%)*(8) (10) (31)
High Tech IndustriesSecond Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 7.25%, 7.8% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 12/28)6,000 5,989 5,910 
6,000 5,989 5,910 
Jade Bidco Limited (Jane's)
(2.3%)*(3) (7) (8)
Aerospace & Defense
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 11/19, Due 02/29)(11)
26,714 26,052 26,085 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 6.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 11/19, Due 02/29)(17)
4,256 4,074 4,150 
30,970 30,126 30,235 
Jaguar Merger Sub Inc. (0.2%)*(7) (8) (10)
Other FinancialFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 09/24)2,722 2,671 2,671 
Revolver (LIBOR + 5.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 09/24)— (6)(6)
2,722 2,665 2,665 
Jedson Engineering, Inc. (0.2%)*(7) (29)
Engineering & Construction ManagementFirst Lien Loan (12.0% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 06/24)2,650 2,650 2,650 
2,650 2,650 2,650 
JetBlue 2019-1 Class B Pass Through Trust (0.3%)*AirlinesStructured Secured Note - Class B (8.0% Cash, Acquired 08/20, Due 11/27)4,165 4,165 4,437 
4,165 4,165 4,437 
JF Acquisition, LLC (0.3%)*(7) (8) (10)
AutomotiveFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 05/21, Due 07/24)3,856 3,759 3,687 
3,856 3,759 3,687 
Jon Bidco Limited (0.6%)*(3) (7) (8) (27)
Healthcare
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (BKBM + 5.5%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 03/22, Due 03/27)8,319 8,065 8,047 
8,319 8,065 8,047 
Jones Fish Hatcheries & Distributors LLC (0.2%)*(7)

Consumer Products
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 02/28)(8) (10)
2,785 2,730 2,729 
Revolver (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 02/28)(8) (11)
— (8)(8)
LLC Units (974.68 units, Acquired 02/22)97 97 
2,785 2,819 2,818 
K&N Parent, Inc. (0.7%)*(8) (10) (31)
AutomotiveFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 10/23)7,923 7,243 7,115 
Second Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 8.75%, 9.8% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 10/24)(7)
2,000 1,700 1,660 
9,923 8,943 8,775 
Kano Laboratories LLC (0.4%)*(7)
Chemicals, Plastics & Rubber
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 11/20, Due 11/26)(8) (10)
5,716 5,577 5,565 
Partnership Equity (203.2 units, Acquired 11/20)203 203 
5,716 5,780 5,768 
Kene Acquisition, Inc. (En Engineering) (0.5%)*(7) (8) (10)
Oil & Gas Equipment & ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.25%, 5.3% Cash, Acquired 08/19, Due 08/26)7,206 7,111 7,076 
7,206 7,111 7,076 
Kid Distro Holdings, LLC (0.7%)*(7)
Media & Entertainment
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 10/21, Due 10/27)(8) (10)
9,326 9,152 9,170 
LLC Units (637,677.11 units, Acquired 10/21)638 638 
9,326 9,790 9,808 
Kona Buyer, LLC (0.7%)*(7) (8) (10)
High Tech IndustriesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/27)9,058 8,875 8,968 
9,058 8,875 8,968 
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Unaudited Consolidated Schedule of Investments �� (Continued)
September 30, 2021March 31, 2022
(Amounts in thousands, except share amounts)
Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
Safety Products Holdings, LLC (3.0%)*(7)
Non-durable Consumer Goods
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.0%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/26)(8) (9)
$22,042,019 $21,602,682 $21,546,073 
Preferred Stock (372.1 shares, Acquired 12/20)372,088 481,550 
22,042,019 21,974,770 22,027,623 
Scaled Agile, Inc. (0.5%)*(7) (8) (9)
Research & Consulting ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.5%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 06/19, Due 06/24)3,913,793 3,887,783 3,913,793 
3,913,793 3,887,783 3,913,793 
Serta Simmons Bedding LLC
(1.5%)*(8) (9)
Home FurnishingsSuper Priority First Out (LIBOR + 7.5%, 8.5% Cash, Acquired 6/20, Due 08/23)7,368,676 7,229,543 7,418,930 
Super Priority Second Out (LIBOR + 7.5%, 8.5% Cash, Acquired 6/20, Due 08/23)3,616,420 3,375,529 3,431,874 
10,985,096 10,605,072 10,850,804 
Sigmatek Systems, LLC (0.5%)*(7) (8) (11)
High Tech IndustriesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.5%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 01/21, Due 01/27)3,955,075 3,884,464 3,939,255 
3,955,075 3,884,464 3,939,255 
SISU ACQUISITIONCO., INC. (1.8%)*(7) (8) (11)
Aerospace & DefenseFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/26)14,026,839 13,776,673 13,606,034 
14,026,839 13,776,673 13,606,034 
Smile Brands Group Inc.
(0.6%)*(7) (8) (11)
Health Care ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.17%, 5.4% Cash, Acquired 10/18, Due 10/24)4,593,488 4,544,784 4,541,006 
4,593,488 4,544,784 4,541,006 
SN BUYER, LLC (2.5%)*(7) (8) (10)
Health Care ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/26)18,791,130 18,456,094 18,791,130 
18,791,130 18,456,094 18,791,130 
Springbrook Software (SBRK Intermediate, Inc.) (1.4%)*(7) (8) (11)
Enterprise Software & ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 12/19, Due 12/26)10,372,004 10,197,959 10,372,004 
10,372,004 10,197,959 10,372,004 
SPT Acquico Limited (0.1%)*(3) (7) (8) (11)
High Tech IndustriesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 01/21, Due 12/27)658,312 643,248 658,312 
658,312 643,248 658,312 
SSCP Pegasus Midco Limited (0.9%)*(3) (7) (8) (14)
Healthcare & PharmaceuticalsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (GBP LIBOR + 6.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 11/27)6,927,047 6,383,318 6,806,240 
6,927,047 6,383,318 6,806,240 
Syniverse Holdings, Inc. (2.3%)*(8) (11)
Technology DistributorsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 08/18, Due 03/23)17,390,580 16,402,204 17,377,190 
17,390,580 16,402,204 17,377,190 
TA SL Cayman Aggregator Corp.
(0.3%)*(7)
Technology
Unsecured HoldCo Note (8.8% PIK, Acquired 07/21, Due 07/28)(8)
1,994,681 1,955,723 1,954,788 
Common Stock (1,227.79 shares, Acquired 07/21)49,876 49,873 
1,994,681 2,005,599 2,004,661 
The Hilb Group, LLC
(2.1%)*(7) (8) (11)
Insurance BrokerageFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 12/19, Due 12/26)11,577,874 11,351,908 11,323,160 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.25%, 7.3% Cash, Acquired 12/19, Due 12/26)4,661,299 4,469,559 4,652,567 
16,239,173 15,821,467 15,975,727 
Total Safety U.S. Inc. (0.9%)*(8) (12)
Diversified Support ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.0%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 11/19, Due 08/25)6,583,183 6,381,802 6,492,664 
6,583,183 6,381,802 6,492,664 
Transit Technologies LLC
(0.8%)*(7) (8) (11)
SoftwareFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 02/20, Due 02/25)6,035,305 5,939,227 5,830,105 
6,035,305 5,939,227 5,830,105 
Transportation Insight, LLC (2.6%)*(7) (8) (9)
Air Freight & LogisticsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.5%, 4.6% Cash, Acquired 08/18, Due 12/24)19,358,809 19,254,043 19,107,144 
19,358,809 19,254,043 19,107,144 
Trident Maritime Systems, Inc. (2.0%)*(7) (8) (11)
Aerospace & DefenseFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 02/21, Due 02/27)14,925,000 14,690,761 14,715,572 
14,925,000 14,690,761 14,715,572 
Truck-Lite Co., LLC (3.0%)*(7) (8) (11)
Automotive Parts & EquipmentFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.25%, 7.3% Cash, Acquired 12/19, Due 12/26)22,127,885 21,779,394 22,127,885 
22,127,885 21,779,394 22,127,885 
Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
LAF International (0.1%)*(3) (7) (8) (17)
Healthcare & PharmaceuticalsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 03/21, Due 03/28)$1,602 $1,696 $1,584 
1,602 1,696 1,584 
Lambir Bidco Limited (0.5%)*(3) (7)
Healthcare
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 6.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/28)(8) (15)
4,909 4,776 4,726 
Revolver (EURIBOR + 6.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/24)(8) (15)
307 293 274 
Second Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (12.0% PIK, Acquired 12/21, Due 06/29)1,387 1,365 1,349 
6,603 6,434 6,349 
LeadsOnline, LLC (0.8%)*(7)
Business Equipment & Services
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 02/28)(8) (10)
10,354 10,176 10,172 
Revolver (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 02/28)(8) (10)
— (44)(46)
LLC Units (52,493.44 units, Acquired 02/22)52 52 
10,354 10,184 10,178 
Learfield Communications, LLC (0.6%)*Broadcasting
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 3.25%, 4.3% Cash, Acquired 08/20, Due 12/23)(8) (9)
135 95 128 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 3.0%, 3.0% Cash, 10.2% PIK, Acquired 08/20, Due 12/23)(10)
8,156 8,117 8,156 
8,291 8,212 8,284 
Legal Solutions Holdings (0.0%)*(7) (28) (29)
Business ServicesSenior Subordinated Loan (16.0% PIK, Acquired 12/20, Due 03/22)12,319 10,129 — 
12,319 10,129 — 
Lifestyle Intermediate II, LLC (0.2%)*(7) (8) (10) (31)
Consumer Goods: DurableFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 7.0%, 8.0% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 01/26)3,174 3,174 3,174 
Revolver (LIBOR + 7.0%, 8.0% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 01/26)— — — 
3,174 3,174 3,174 
LivTech Purchaser, Inc. (0.1%)*(7) (8) (10)
Business ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 01/21, Due 12/25)862 854 853 
862 854 853 
LogMeIn, Inc. (0.1%)*(8) (9) (31)
High Tech IndustriesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.75% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 08/27)1,975 1,957 1,936 
1,975 1,957 1,936 
Magnetite XIX, Limited (1.0%)*(3) (31)
Multi-Sector Holdings
Subordinated Notes (LIBOR + 8.77, 9.0% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 04/34)(10)
5,250 5,107 5,019 
Subordinated Structured Notes (Residual Interest, current yield 12.38%, Acquired 02/22, Due 04/34)13,730 9,425 8,342 
18,980 14,532 13,361 
Marmoutier Holding B.V. (0.1%)*(3) (7) (8) (16)
Consumer ProductsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/28)1,902 1,874 1,845 
Revolver (EURIBOR + 5.0%, 5.0% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 06/27)— (4)(4)
1,902 1,870 1,841 
Marshall Excelsior Co. (0.8%)*(7) (8) (19)
Capital Goods
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (SOFR + 5.5%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 02/28)10,467 10,287 10,284 
Revolver (SOFR + 5.5%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 02/28)606 578 577 
11,073 10,865 10,861 
MC Group Ventures Corporation (0.3%)*(7)
Business Services
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 07/21, Due 06/27)(8) (10)
3,678 3,592 3,607 
Partnership Units (746.66 Units, Acquired 06/21)747 734 
3,678 4,339 4,341 
Media Recovery, Inc. (SpotSee) (0.5%)*(7) (8)
Containers, Packaging & Glass
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (SOFR + 6.0%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 11/19, Due 11/25)(19)
2,933 2,895 2,933 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (SONIA + 6.0%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 11/25)(21)
4,318 4,306 4,318 
7,251 7,201 7,251 
Median B.V. (0.7%)*(3) (8) (21)
HealthcareFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (SONIA + 6.0%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 11/27)9,809 9,762 9,490 
9,809 9,762 9,490 
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(Amounts in thousands, except share amounts)
Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
Trystar, LLC (1.5%)*(7)
Power Distribution Solutions
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 09/18, Due 09/23)(8) (11)
$11,185,659 $11,076,678 $11,118,545 
Class A LLC Units (384.5 units, Acquired 09/18)395,995 341,244 
11,185,659 11,472,673 11,459,789 
Turf Products, LLC (1.2%)*(7) (25)
Landscaping & Irrigation Equipment DistributorSenior Subordinated Debt (10.0% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 10/23)8,697,056 8,383,961 8,618,783 
8,697,056 8,383,961 8,618,783 
Turnberry Solutions, Inc. (1.0%)*(7) (8) (11)
Consumer CyclicalFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.0%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 07/21, Due 09/26)7,500,000 7,354,973 7,350,000 
7,500,000 7,354,973 7,350,000 
U.S. Gas & Electric, Inc. (0.2%)*(7) (25)
Energy ServicesSecond Lien Loan (9.5% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 07/25)2,285,250 1,785,250 1,785,250 
Second Lien Loan (9.5% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 07/25)(26)
2,485,469 — — 
4,770,719 1,785,250 1,785,250 
U.S. Silica Company (0.2%)*(3) (8) (9)
Metal & Glass ContainersFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.0%, 5.0% Cash, Acquired 08/18, Due 05/25)1,475,961 1,478,281 1,443,681 
1,475,961 1,478,281 1,443,681 
UKFast Leaders Limited (1.6%)*(3) (7) (8) (14)
TechnologyFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (GBP LIBOR + 7.0%, 7.1% Cash, Acquired 09/20, Due 9/27)12,256,215 11,387,846 12,018,579 
12,256,215 11,387,846 12,018,579 
USLS Acquisition, Inc. (f/k/a US Legal Support, Inc.) (2.2%)*(7) (8) (11)
Legal ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 11/18, Due 11/24)16,221,755 16,053,098 16,203,733 
16,221,755 16,053,098 16,203,733 
Utac Ceram (0.7%)*(3) (7) (8)
Business Services
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 09/20, Due 09/27)(16)
1,738,425 1,704,583 1,701,198 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 02/21, Due 09/27)(11)
3,517,700 3,453,425 3,442,372 
5,256,125 5,158,008 5,143,570 
Validity, Inc. (0.6%)*(7) (8) (9)
IT Consulting & Other ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 4.8% Cash, Acquired 07/19, Due 05/25)4,783,146 4,680,384 4,720,965 
4,783,146 4,680,384 4,720,965 
Vital Buyer, LLC (1.1%)*(7)
Technology
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.0%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 06/21, Due 06/28)(8) (11)
7,841,548 7,690,607 7,701,999 
Partnership Units (16,442.9 units, Acquired 06/21)164,429 178,156 
7,841,548 7,855,036 7,880,155 
W2O Holdings, Inc. (0.3%)*(7) (8) (11)
Healthcare TechnologyFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 10/20, Due 06/25)2,152,276 2,087,324 2,152,276 
2,152,276 2,087,324 2,152,276 
World 50, Inc. (1.6%)*(7) (8) (9)
Professional ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 01/20, Due 01/26)3,288,280 3,206,092 3,288,280 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.5%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 09/20, Due 01/26)9,031,837 8,863,090 8,851,200 
12,320,117 12,069,182 12,139,480 
Subtotal Non–Control / Non–Affiliate Investments (181.9%)1,373,918,059 1,346,611,782 1,355,088,125 
Affiliate Investments: (4)
Eclipse Business Capital, LLC (12.7%)*(7)
Banking, Finance, Insurance, & Real Estate
Second Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (7.5% Cash, Acquired 07/21, Due 07/28)4,545,455 4,501,161 4,545,455 
Revolver (LIBOR + 7.25%, Acquired 07/21. Due 07/28)(11)
(131,956)— 
LLC Units (89,849,519 units, Acquired 07/21)89,849,519 89,849,519 
4,545,455 94,218,724 94,394,974 
Jocassee Partners LLC (4.9%)*(3)
Investment Funds & Vehicles9.1% Member Interest, Acquired 06/1930,158,270 36,133,440 
30,158,270 36,133,440 
JSC Tekers Holdings (0.8%)*(3) (7) (25)
Real Estate ManagementPreferred Stock (9,159,085 shares, Acquired 12/20)4,753,000 5,953,405 
Common Stock (3,201 shares, Acquired 12/20)— — 
4,753,000 5,953,405 
Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
Medical Solutions Parent Holdings, Inc. (0.3%)*(8) (10)
HealthcareSecond Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 7.0%, 7.5% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 11/29)$4,421 $4,378 $4,244 
4,421 4,378 4,244 
MNS Buyer, Inc. (0.1%)*(7)
Construction & Building
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 08/21, Due 08/27)(8) (9)
921 904 906 
Partnership Units (76.92 Units, Acquired 08/21)77 77 
921 981 983 
Modern Star Holdings Bidco Pty Limited. (0.6%)*(3) (7) (8) (23)
Non-durable Consumer GoodsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (BBSY + 6.25%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/26)8,643 8,292 8,381 
8,643 8,292 8,381 
MSG National Properties (0.2%)*(3) (7) (8) (10)
Hotel, Gaming, & LeisureFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.25%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 11/20, Due 11/25)2,437 2,381 2,425 
2,437 2,381 2,425 
Murphy Midco Limited (0.1%)*(3) (7) (8) (22)
Media, Diversified & ProductionFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (SONIA + 5.0%, 5.0% Cash, Acquired 11/20, Due 11/27)1,077 1,039 1,049 
1,077 1,039 1,049 
Music Reports, Inc. (0.6%)*(7) (8) (10)
Media & EntertainmentFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.0%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 08/20, Due 08/26)7,462 7,319 7,301 
7,462 7,319 7,301 
Napa Bidco Pty Ltd (1.5%)*(3) (7) (8) (24)
HealthcareFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (BBSY + 6.0%, 6.1% Cash, Acquired 03/22, Due 03/28)20,895 19,461 20,215 
20,895 19,461 20,215 
Narda Acquisitionco., Inc. (0.5%)*(7)
Aerospace & Defense
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/27)(8) (10)
5,680 5,585 5,589 
Revolver (LIBOR + 5.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/27)(8) (10)
— (22)(21)
Class A Preferred Stock (4,587.38 shares, Acquired 12/21)459 468 
Class B Common Stock (509.71 shares, Acquired 12/21)51 51 
5,680 6,073 6,087 
Navia Benefit Solutions, Inc. (0.2%)* (7) (8) (10)
Healthcare & PharmaceuticalsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 02/21, Due 02/27)2,721 2,665 2,678 
2,721 2,665 2,678 
Nexus Underwriting Management Limited (0.1%)*(3) (7) (8) (22)
Other FinancialFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (SONIA + 5.25%, 5.3% Cash, Acquired 10/21, Due 10/28)1,644 1,638 1,594 
Revolver (SONIA + 5.25%, 5.3% Cash, Acquired 10/21, Due 04/22)101 102 101 
1,745 1,740 1,695 
NGS US Finco, LLC (f/k/a Dresser Natural Gas Solutions) (0.4%)*(7) (8) (9)
Energy Equipment & ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.25%, 5.3% Cash, Acquired 10/18, Due 10/25)4,740 4,727 4,707 
4,740 4,727 4,707 
Northstar Recycling, LLC (0.2%)*(7) (8) (10)
Environmental IndustriesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 10/21, Due 09/27)2,500 2,454 2,458 
2,500 2,454 2,458 
Novotech Aus Bidco Pty Ltd (0.5%)*(3) (7) (8)
Healthcare
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (BBSY + 5.75%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 01/22, Due 01/28)(23)
3,864 3,659 3,777 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (SOFR + 5.75%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 01/22, Due 01/28)(18)
3,474 3,380 3,377 
7,338 7,039 7,154 
OA Buyer, Inc. (0.6%)*(7)
Healthcare
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.0%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/28)(8) (10)
8,501 8,336 8,346 
Revolver (LIBOR + 6.0%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/28)(8) (10)
— (26)(24)
Partnership Units (210,920.11 units, Acquired 12/21)211 211 
8,501 8,521 8,533 
OAC Holdings I Corp (0.3%)*(7) (8) (19)
AutomotiveFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (SOFR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 03/22, Due 04/28)3,630 3,557 3,557 
Revolver (SOFR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 03/22, Due 04/28)685 658 658 
4,315 4,215 4,215 
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Unaudited Consolidated Schedule of Investments — (Continued)
September 30, 2021March 31, 2022
(Amounts in thousands, except share amounts)
Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
Security Holdings B.V. (6.0%)*(3) (7) (25)
Electrical EngineeringBridge Loan (5.0% PIK, Acquired 12/20, Due 05/22)$5,451,205 $5,451,207 $5,451,205 
Senior Subordinated Loan (3.1% PIK, Acquired 12/20, Due 05/22)8,953,684 8,953,685 8,953,684 
Senior Unsecured Term Loan (6.0% Cash, 9.0% PIK, Acquired 04/21, Due 04/25)6,953,700 7,155,302 6,953,700 
Common Stock (900 shares, Acquired 12/20)21,264,000 23,159,294 
21,358,589 42,824,194 44,517,883 
Thompson Rivers LLC (4.4%)*(3)
Investment Funds & Vehicles7.75% Member Interest, Acquired 06/2030,000,000 32,684,880 
30,000,000 32,684,880 
Waccamaw River LLC (1.3%)*(3)
Investment Funds & Vehicles20% Member Interest, Acquired 02/219,320,000 9,315,405 
9,320,000 9,315,405 
Subtotal Affiliate Investments (29.9%)25,904,044 211,274,188 222,999,987 
Control Investments:(5)
MVC Automotive Group Gmbh (2.2%)*(3) (7) (25)
AutomotiveBridge Loan (6.0% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/21)7,149,166 7,149,166 7,149,166 
Common Equity Interest (18,000 shares, Acquired 12/20)9,553,000 9,080,420 
7,149,166 16,702,166 16,229,586 
MVC Private Equity Fund LP (1.1%)*(3) (25)
Investment Funds & VehiclesGeneral Partnership Interest224,978 201,948 
Limited Partnership Interest8,899,284 7,963,274 
9,124,262 8,165,222 
Subtotal Control Investments (3.3%)7,149,166 25,826,428 24,394,808 
Short-Term Investments:
BlackRock, Inc. (3.4%)*Money Market FundBlackRock Liquidity Temporary Fund (0.04% yield)25,000,000 25,000,000 
25,000,000 25,000,000 
JPMorgan Chase & Co. (3.4%)*Money Market FundJPMorgan Prime Money Market Fund (0.05% yield)25,000,000 25,000,000 
25,000,000 25,000,000 
Subtotal Short-Term Investment (6.7%)50,000,000 50,000,000 
Total Investments, September 30, 2021 (221.9%)*$1,406,971,269 $1,633,712,398 $1,652,482,920 
Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
Odeon Cinemas Group Limited (0.3%)*(3) (7)
Hotel, Gaming, & LeisureFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (10.8% Cash, Acquired 02/21, Due 08/23)$3,859 $4,067 $3,937 
3,859 4,067 3,937 
Offen Inc. (0.3%)*(7) (9) (31)
Transportation: CargoFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, Cash 5.2%, Acquired 02/22, Due 06/26)3,747 3,709 3,691 
3,747 3,709 3,691 
OG III B.V. (0.2%)*(3) (7) (8) (16)
Containers & Glass ProductsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 06/21, Due 06/28)2,853 2,999 2,789 
2,853 2,999 2,789 
Omni Intermediate Holdings, LLC (0.8%)*(7) (8) (9)
TransportationFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/26)10,686 10,539 10,455 
10,686 10,539 10,455 
Options Technology Ltd.
(0.2%)*(3) (7) (8) (10)
Computer ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 12/19, Due 12/25)2,308 2,278 2,268 
2,308 2,278 2,268 
Oracle Vision Bidco Limited (0.2%)*(3) (7) (8) (22)
HealthcareFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (SONIA + 5.25%, 5.3% Cash, Acquired 06/21, Due 05/28)3,014 3,144 3,001 
3,014 3,144 3,001 
Origin Bidco Limited (0.1%)*(3) (7) (8)
Technology
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 06/21, Due 06/28)(11)
597 582 585 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 06/21, Due 06/28)(16)
369 394 362 
966 976 947 
OSP Hamilton Purchaser, LLC (0.2%)*(7) (8) (10)
TechnologyFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/27)2,281 2,237 2,239 
Revolver (LIBOR + 5.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/27)— (4)(3)
2,281 2,233 2,236 
Pacific Health Supplies Bidco Pty Limited (0.7%)*(3) (7) (8) (23)
Healthcare & PharmaceuticalsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (BBSY + 6.0%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/25)9,068 8,744 8,836 
9,068 8,744 8,836 
Pare SAS (SAS Maurice MARLE) (0.3%)*(3) (7) (8) (16)
Health Care EquipmentFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 6.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 12/19, Due 12/26)4,537 4,481 4,516 
4,537 4,481 4,516 
Path Medical, LLC (0.3%)*(7) (31)
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (9.5% PIK, Acquired 02/22, Due 10/22)(28)
8,465 4,571 4,571 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan 13.0% PIK, Acquired 02/22, Due 10/22)(28)
11,764 — — 
Warrants (36,716 units, Acquired 02/22)— — 
20,229 4,571 4,571 
Patriot New Midco 1 Limited (Forensic Risk Alliance) (0.5%)*(3) (7) (8)
Diversified Financial Services
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.75%, 7.8% Cash, Acquired 02/20, Due 02/27)(10)
3,764 3,690 3,478 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 6.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 02/20, Due 02/27)(16)
3,147 3,021 2,907 
6,911 6,711 6,385 
PDQ.Com Corporation (0.6%)*(7)
Business Equipment & Services
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 08/21, Due 08/27)(8) (10)
7,546 7,284 7,300 
Class A-2 Partnership Units (26.32 units, Acquired 08/21)29 37 
7,546 7,313 7,337 
Permaconn Bidco Ltd (0.4%)*(3) (7) (8) (24)
Tele-communicationsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (BBSY + 6.5%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/27)5,179 4,810 5,049 
5,179 4,810 5,049 
PetroChoice Holdings, Inc. (0.6%)*(7) (8) (10) (31)
Chemicals, Plastics & RubberSecond Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 8.75%, 9.8% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 08/23)9,000 8,190 8,190 
9,000 8,190 8,190 
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Unaudited Consolidated Schedule of Investments — (Continued)
March 31, 2022
(Amounts in thousands, except share amounts)
Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
Polara Enterprises, LLC (0.1%)*(7)
Capital Equipment
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/27)(8) (10)
$1,243 $1,219 $1,198 
Revolver (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/27)(8) (10)
— (10)(20)
Partnership Units (3,820.44 units, Acquired 12/21)382 382 
1,243 1,591 1,560 
Policy Services Company, LLC (3.2%)*(7)
Property & Casualty Insurance
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.0%, 7.0% Cash, 4.0% PIK, Acquired 12/21, Due 06/26)(8) (10)
44,474 43,075 43,026 
Warrants - Class A (25,582 units, Acquired 12/21)— — 
Warrants - Class B (8,634 units, Acquired 12/21)— — 
Warrants - Class C (888 units, Acquired 12/21)— — 
Warrants - Class D (2,282 units, Acquired 12/21)— — 
44,474 43,075 43,026 
Polymer Solutions Group Holdings, LLC (0.1%)*(7) (8) (9) (31)
Chemicals, Plastics & RubberFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 7.0%, 8.0% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 01/23)1,031 1,031 1,031 
1,031 1,031 1,031 
Premium Franchise Brands, LLC (1.1%)*(7) (8) (10)
Research & Consulting ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.25%, 7.3% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/26)14,778 14,534 14,511 
14,778 14,534 14,511 
Premium Invest (0.3%)*(3) (7) (8) (16)
Brokerage, Asset Managers & ExchangesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 6.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 06/21, Due 06/28)4,006 4,118 4,006 
4,006 4,118 4,006 
Preqin MC Limited (0.2%)*(3) (7) (8) (20)
Banking, Finance, Insurance & Real EstateFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (SOFR + 5.5%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 08/21, Due 07/28)2,789 2,701 2,739 
2,789 2,701 2,739 
Process Equipment, Inc. (ProcessBarron) (0.4%)*(7) (8) (10)
Industrial Air & Material Handling EquipmentFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 03/19, Due 03/25)6,174 6,121 5,927 
6,174 6,121 5,927 
Professional Datasolutions, Inc. (PDI) (0.1%)*(7) (8) (10)
Application SoftwareFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.5%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 03/19, Due 10/24)1,836 1,835 1,812 
1,836 1,835 1,812 
ProfitOptics, LLC (0.2%)*(7)
Technology
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 03/22, Due 02/28)(8) (10)
1,770 1,735 1,734 
Revolver (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 03/22, Due 02/28)(8) (10)
— (10)(10)
Second Lien Senior Subordinated Term Loan (8.0% Cash, Acquired 03/22, Due 02/29)81 81 81 
LLC Units (241,935.48 units, Acquired 03/22)161 161 
1,851 1,967 1,966 
Proppants Holdings, LLC (0.0%)*(7) (31)
Energy: Oil & GasCommon Stock (1,668,106 shares, Acquired 02/22)— — 
— — 
Protego Bidco B.V. (0.3%)*(3) (7) (8) (16)
Aerospace & DefenseFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.25%, 5.3% Cash, Acquired 03/21, Due 03/27)2,179 2,270 2,151 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 6.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 03/21, Due 03/28)1,514 1,563 1,469 
3,693 3,833 3,620 
QPE7 SPV1 BidCo Pty Ltd (0.2%)*(3) (7) (8) (24)
Consumer CyclicalFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (BBSY + 5.5%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 09/21, Due 09/26)2,071 1,956 2,046 
2,071 1,956 2,046 
Questel Unite (0.5%)*(3) (7) (8) (10)
Business ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.25%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/27)6,892 6,805 6,892 
6,892 6,805 6,892 
RA Outdoors, LLC (1.4%)*(7) (8) (10) (31)
High Tech IndustriesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.75%, 7.8% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 04/26)17,855 17,498 17,498 
Revolver (LIBOR + 6.75%, 7.8% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 04/26)494 494 469 
18,349 17,992 17,967 
20

Barings BDC, Inc.
Unaudited Consolidated Schedule of Investments — (Continued)
March 31, 2022
(Amounts in thousands, except share amounts)
Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
Recovery Point Systems, Inc.
(0.9%)*(7)
Technology
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.5%, 7.5% Cash, Acquired 08/20, Due 08/26)(8) (10)
$11,619 $11,440 $11,526 
Partnership Equity (187,235 units, Acquired 03/21)187 126 
11,619 11,627 11,652 
Redwood Services Group, LLC (2.0%)*(7) (8) (9) (31)
Services: BusinessFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.0%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 06/23)10,594 10,594 10,594 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.0%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 06/23)(7)
16,434 16,434 16,434 
27,028 27,028 27,028 
Renovation Parent Holdings, LLC
(0.4%)*(7)
Home Furnishings
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 11/27)(8) (10)
4,854 4,740 4,748 
Partnership Equity (197,368.42 units, Acquired 11/21)197 197 
4,854 4,937 4,945 
REP SEKO MERGER SUB LLC
(0.6%)*(7) (8) (10)
Air Freight & LogisticsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/26)7,763 7,574 7,650 
7,763 7,574 7,650 
Resolute Investment Managers, Inc.(0.4%)*(7) (8) (10) (31)
Banking, Finance, Insurance & Real EstateSecond Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 8.0%, 9.0% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 04/25)5,081 5,107 5,030 
5,081 5,107 5,030 
Resonetics, LLC (0.3%)*(7) (8) (10)
Health Care EquipmentSecond Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 7.0%, 7.8% Cash, Acquired 04/21, Due 04/29)4,011 3,936 3,941 
4,011 3,936 3,941 
Reward Gateway (UK) Ltd (0.2%)*(3) (7) (8) (21)
Precious Metals & MineralsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (SONIA + 6.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 08/21, Due 06/28)3,164 3,222 3,082 
3,164 3,222 3,082 
Riedel Beheer B.V. (0.1%)*(3) (7) (8) (16)
Food & BeverageFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.5%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/28)1,858 1,836 1,808 
1,858 1,836 1,808 
RPX Corporation (0.6%)*(7) (8) (10)
Research & Consulting ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.0%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 10/20, Due 10/25)7,530 7,383 7,389 
7,530 7,383 7,389 
RTIC Subsidiary Holdings, LLC (1.2%)*(7) (31)
Consumer Goods: Durable
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 7.75%, 9.0% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 09/25)(8) (10)
9,661 9,661 9,661 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 7.75%, 9.0% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 09/25)(8) (10)
774 774 774 
Revolver (LIBOR + 7.75%, 9.0% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 09/25)(8) (10)
3,968 3,968 3,968 
Class A Preferred Stock (145.347 shares, Acquired 02/22)
Class B Preferred Stock (145.347 shares, Acquired 02/22)— — 
Class C Preferred Stock (7,844.03 shares, Acquired 02/22)450 450 
Common Stock (153 shares, Acquired 02/22)— — 
14,403 14,857 14,857 
Ruffalo Noel Levitz, LLC
(0.7%)*(7) (8) (10)
Media ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.0%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 01/19, Due 05/22)9,519 9,511 9,519 
9,519 9,511 9,519 
Safety Products Holdings, LLC (0.9%)*(7)
Non-durable Consumer Goods
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.0%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/26)(8) (9)
12,026 11,808 12,002 
Preferred Stock (372.1 shares, Acquired 12/20)372 512 
12,026 12,180 12,514 
Scaled Agile, Inc. (0.1%)*(7) (8) (10)
Research & Consulting ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/28)1,748 1,707 1,728 
Revolver (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/28)— (6)(3)
1,748 1,701 1,725 
21

Barings BDC, Inc.
Unaudited Consolidated Schedule of Investments — (Continued)
March 31, 2022
(Amounts in thousands, except share amounts)
Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
Serta Simmons Bedding LLC
(0.8%)*(8) (9)
Home FurnishingsSuper Priority First Out (LIBOR + 7.5%, 8.5% Cash, Acquired 6/20, Due 08/23)$7,331 $7,230 $7,327 
Super Priority Second Out (LIBOR + 7.5%, 8.5% Cash, Acquired 6/20, Due 08/23)3,598 3,374 3,385 
10,929 10,604 10,712 
SISU ACQUISITIONCO., INC. (0.5%)*(7) (8) (10)
Aerospace & DefenseFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/26)7,009 6,894 6,708 
7,009 6,894 6,708 
SMART Financial Operations, LLC (0.0%)*(7) (31)
Banking, Finance, Insurance & Real EstatePreferred Stock (1,000,000 shares, Acquired 02/22)— — 
— — 
Smartling, Inc. (1.0%)*(7) (8) (10)
TechnologyFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 10/27)13,846 13,547 13,572 
Revolver (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 10/27)— (22)(20)
13,846 13,525 13,552 
Smile Brands Group Inc.
(0.4%)*(7) (8) (10)
Health Care ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.5%, 5.3% Cash, Acquired 10/18, Due 10/24)4,590 4,569 4,554 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.5%, 5.3% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 10/25)237 226 232 
4,827 4,795 4,786 
SN BUYER, LLC (1.4%)*(7) (8) (9)
Health Care ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/26)18,394 18,093 18,394 
18,394 18,093 18,394 
Sound Point CLO XX, Ltd. (0.2%)*(3) (31)
Multi-Sector Holdings
Subordinated Structured Notes (Residual Interest, current yield 18.99%, Acquired 02/22, Due 07/31)4,489 2,332 2,284 
4,489 2,332 2,284 
Springbrook Software (SBRK Intermediate, Inc.) (1.6%)*(7) (8) (9)
Enterprise Software & ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 12/19, Due 12/26)21,142 20,799 20,730 
21,142 20,799 20,730 
SPT Acquico Limited (0.0%)*(3) (7) (8) (10)
High Tech IndustriesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 01/21, Due 12/27)658 644 658 
658 644 658 
SSCP Pegasus Midco Limited (0.2%)*(3) (7) (8) (13)
Healthcare & PharmaceuticalsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (GBP LIBOR + 6.75%, 7.7% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 11/27)2,677 2,544 2,550 
2,677 2,544 2,550 
Starnmeer B.V. (0.2%)*(3) (7) (8) (10)
TechnologyFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.4%, 6.9% Cash, Acquired 10/21, Due 04/27)2,500 2,465 2,468 
2,500 2,465 2,468 
Superjet Buyer, LLC (1.0%)*(7) (8) (10)
TechnologyFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/27)13,175 12,920 12,933 
Revolver (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/27)— (35)(33)
13,175 12,885 12,900 
Syniverse Holdings, Inc. (1.3%)*(8) (10)
Technology DistributorsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 08/18, Due 03/23)17,256 16,595 16,700 
17,256 16,595 16,700 
Syntax Systems Ltd (0.2%)*(3) (7) (8) (9)
TechnologyFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 10/28)2,051 2,017 2,012 
Revolver (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 10/26)564 554 553 
2,615 2,571 2,565 
TA SL Cayman Aggregator Corp.
(0.2%)*(7)
TechnologySubordinated Term Loan (7.8% PIK, Acquired 07/21, Due 07/28)2,084 2,048 2,052 
Common Stock (1,227.79 shares, Acquired 07/21)50 75 
2,084 2,098 2,127 
Tank Holding Corp (1.4%)*(7) (8) (18)
Metal & Glass ContainersFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (SOFR + 6.0%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 03/22, Due 03/28)19,127 18,698 18,698 
Revolver (SOFR + 6.0%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 03/22, Due 03/28)— (20)(20)
19,127 18,678 18,678 
22

Barings BDC, Inc.
Unaudited Consolidated Schedule of Investments — (Continued)
March 31, 2022
(Amounts in thousands, except share amounts)
Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
Team Car Care, LLC (1.0%)*(7) (8) (9) (31)
AutomotiveFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 8.0%, 9.0% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 06/24)$12,687 $12,687 $12,687 
12,687 12,687 12,687 
Team Services Group (1.1%)*(7) (8) (10) (31)
Services: ConsumerFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 12/27)9,903 9,903 9,779 
Second Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 9.0%, 10.0% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 12/28)5,000 4,975 4,950 
14,903 14,878 14,729 
Techone B.V. (0.2%)*(3) (7) (8) (16)
TechnologyFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.5%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 11/28)2,324 2,265 2,229 
Revolver (EURIBOR + 5.5%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 05/28)106 97 96 
2,430 2,362 2,325 
Tencarva Machinery Company, LLC (0.4%)*(7) (8) (10)
Capital EquipmentFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/27)5,486 5,378 5,384 
Revolver (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/27)— (19)(18)
5,486 5,359 5,366 
The Caprock Group, Inc. (aka TA/TCG Holdings, LLC) (0.3%)*(7)
Brokerage, Asset Managers & Exchanges
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.25%, 5.3% Cash, Acquired 10/21, Due 12/27)(8) (10)
847 779 797 
Revolver (LIBOR + 4.25%, 5.3% Cash, Acquired 10/21, Due 12/27)(8) (10)
— (14)(11)
Subordinated Term Loan (7.8% PIK, Acquired 10/21, Due 10/28)3,333 3,270 3,276 
4,180 4,035 4,062 
The Hilb Group, LLC (1.5%)*(7) (8) (10)
Insurance BrokerageFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 12/19, Due 12/26)20,269 19,888 19,815 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 12/19, Due 12/26)299 246 236 
20,568 20,134 20,051 
The Octave Music Group, Inc. (0.4%)*(7) (8) (9) (31)
Media: Diversified & ProductionFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.25%, 6.3% Cash, 0.75% PIK, Acquired 02/22, Due 05/25)5,601 5,601 5,489 
5,601 5,601 5,489 
Thermacell Repellents, Inc. (0.3%)*(7) (8) (10) (31)
Consumer Goods: DurableFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.75% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 12/26)2,766 2,766 2,766 
Revolver (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.75% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 12/26)1,595 1,595 1,595 
4,361 4,361 4,361 
Total Safety U.S. Inc. (0.5%)*(8) (11)
Diversified Support ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.0%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 11/19, Due 08/25)6,400 6,228 6,208 
6,400 6,228 6,208 
Transit Technologies LLC
(0.4%)*(7) (8) (10)
SoftwareFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 02/20, Due 02/25)6,035 5,971 5,818 
6,035 5,971 5,818 
Transportation Insight, LLC (0.8%)*(7) (8) (9)
Air Freight & LogisticsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.25%, 4.7% Cash, Acquired 08/18, Due 12/24)11,316 11,263 11,172 
11,316 11,263 11,172 
Trident Maritime Systems, Inc. (1.1%)*(7) (8) (10)
Aerospace & DefenseFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 02/21, Due 02/27)14,888 14,677 14,888 
14,888 14,677 14,888 
Truck-Lite Co., LLC (1.1%)*(7) (8) (10)
Automotive Parts & EquipmentFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.25%, 7.3% Cash, Acquired 12/19, Due 12/26)14,964 14,620 14,652 
14,964 14,620 14,652 
True Religion Apparel, Inc. (0.0%)*(7) (31)
RetailCommon Stock (2.71 shares, Acquired 02/22)— — 
Preferred Stock (2.82 shares, Acquired 02/22)— — 
— — 
Trystar, LLC (0.5%)*(7)
Power Distribution Solutions
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 09/18, Due 09/23)(8) (10)
6,980 6,897 6,869 
Class A LLC Units (440.97 units, Acquired 09/18)481 402 
6,980 7,378 7,271 
23

Barings BDC, Inc.
Unaudited Consolidated Schedule of Investments — (Continued)
March 31, 2022
(Amounts in thousands, except share amounts)
Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
TSM II Luxco 10 SARL (0.8%)*(3) (7) (8) (17)
Chemicals & PlasticsSecond Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 8.75%, 8.8% Cash, Acquired 03/22, Due 03/27)$11,127 $10,658 $10,682 
11,127 10,658 10,682 
Turbo Buyer, Inc. (0.5%)*(7) (8) (10)
Finance CompaniesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.0%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 12/25)6,149 5,991 5,955 
6,149 5,991 5,955 
Turf Products, LLC (0.7%)*(7) (29)
Landscaping & Irrigation Equipment DistributorSenior Subordinated Debt (10.0% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 10/23)8,697 8,384 8,610 
8,697 8,384 8,610 
Turnberry Solutions, Inc. (0.4%)*(7) (8) (19)
Consumer CyclicalFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (SOFR + 6.0%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 07/21, Due 09/26)5,025 4,936 4,924 
5,025 4,936 4,924 
U.S. Gas & Electric, Inc. (0.1%)*(7) (29)
Energy ServicesSecond Lien Loan (9.5% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 07/25)2,285 1,785 1,785 
Second Lien Loan (9.5% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 07/25)(30)
2,485 — — 
4,770 1,785 1,785 
U.S. Silica Company (0.1%)*(3) (8) (9)
Metal & Glass ContainersFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.0%, 5.0% Cash, Acquired 08/18, Due 05/25)1,472 1,474 1,444 
1,472 1,474 1,444 
UKFast Leaders Limited (0.9%)*(3) (7) (8) (21)
TechnologyFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (SONIA + 7.12%, 7.1% Cash, Acquired 09/20, Due 9/27)11,968 11,410 11,706 
11,968 11,410 11,706 
USLS Acquisition, Inc. (f/k/a US Legal Support, Inc.) (1.2%)*(7) (8) (10)
Legal ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 11/18, Due 11/24)16,180 15,961 15,781 
16,180 15,961 15,781 
Utac Ceram (0.4%)*(3) (7) (8)
Business Services
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.25%, 5.3% Cash, Acquired 09/20, Due 09/27)(16)
1,669 1,708 1,641 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.25%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 02/21, Due 09/27)(10)
3,518 3,458 3,459 
5,187 5,166 5,100 
Validity, Inc. (0.4%)*(7) (8) (9)
IT Consulting & Other ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.0% Cash, Acquired 07/19, Due 05/25)4,783 4,693 4,773 
4,783 4,693 4,773 
Velocity Pooling Vehicle, LLC (0.0%)*(7) (31)
AutomotiveCommon Stock (4,676 shares, Acquired 02/22)60 60 
Warrants (5,591 units, Acquired 02/22)72 72 
132 132 
Victoria Bidco Limited (0.3%)*(3) (7) (8) (22)
Industrial MachineryFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (SONIA + 6.5%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 03/22, Due 01/29)3,646 3,618 3,523 
3,646 3,618 3,523 
Vision Solutions, Inc. (0.5%)*(8) (10) (31)
Business equipment & servicesSecond Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 7.25%, 8.0% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 04/29)6,500 6,497 6,373 
6,500 6,497 6,373 
VistaJet Pass Through Trust 2021-1B (0.4%)*(7)
AirlinesStructured Secured Note - Class B (6.3% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 02/29)5,000 5,000 4,986 
5,000 5,000 4,986 
Vital Buyer, LLC (0.6%)*(7)
Technology
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 06/21, Due 06/28)(8) (10)
7,802 7,661 7,802 
Partnership Units (16,442.9 units, Acquired 06/21)164 283 
7,802 7,825 8,085 
VOYA CLO 2015-2, LTD. (0.2%)*(3) (31)
Multi-Sector HoldingsSubordinated Structured Notes (Residual Interest, current yield 454.7%, Acquired 02/22, Due 07/27)10,736 2,627 2,561 
10,736 2,627 2,561 
VOYA CLO 2016-2, LTD. (0.2%)*(3) (31)
Multi-Sector HoldingsSubordinated Structured Notes (Residual Interest, current yield 15.05%, Acquired 02/22, Due 07/28)11,088 3,653 3,185 
11,088 3,653 3,185 
24

Barings BDC, Inc.
Unaudited Consolidated Schedule of Investments — (Continued)
March 31, 2022
(Amounts in thousands, except share amounts)
Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
W2O Holdings, Inc. (0.2%)*(7) (10)
Healthcare TechnologyFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.1% Cash, Acquired 10/20, Due 06/25)$2,147 $2,147 $2,147 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.7% Cash, Acquired 10/20, Due 06/25)(8)
— (59)— 
2,147 2,088 2,147 
Walker Edison Furniture Company LLC (0.3%)*(7) (31)
Consumer Goods: DurableCommon Stock (2,819.53 shares, Acquired 02/22)3,598 3,598 
3,598 3,598 
Watermill-QMC Midco, Inc. (0.0%)*(7) (31)
AutomotiveEquity (1.62% Partnership Interest, Acquired 02/22)— — 
— — 
Wawona Delaware Holdings, LLC (0.0%)*(7) (10) (31)
Beverage & FoodFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75% 5.0% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 09/26)45 41 40 
45 41 40 
West Dermatology, LLC (0.7%)*(7) (8) (10) (31)
Healthcare & PharmaceuticalsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 7.5%, 8.5% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 02/25)862 862 862 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.0%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 02/25)1,049 1,049 1,049 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.0%, 7.0% Cash, 0.8% PIK, Acquired 02/22, Due 02/25)6,376 6,376 6,376 
Revolver (LIBOR + 6.0%, 7.0% Cash, 0.8% PIK, Acquired 02/22, Due 02/25)1,105 1,105 1,105 
9,392 9,392 9,392 
Wok Holdings Inc. (0.0%)*(9) (31)
RetailFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.25%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 03/26)49 48 48 
49 48 48 
Woodland Foods, LLC (0.8%)*(7)
Food & Beverage
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/27)(8) (10)
8,512 8,350 8,362 
Revolver (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/27)(8) (10)
509 466 469 
Common Stock (1,663.31 shares, Acquired 12/21)1,663 1,663 
9,021 10,479 10,494 
World 50, Inc. (0.9%)*(7) (8) (9)
Professional ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 01/20, Due 01/26)2,637 2,578 2,632 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.5%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 09/20, Due 01/26)9,009 8,858 8,866 
11,646 11,436 11,498 
ZB Holdco LLC (0.2%)*(7)
Food & Beverage
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 02/28)(8) (10)
2,705 2,627 2,623 
Revolver (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 02/28)(8) (10)
— (17)(17)
LLC Units (152.69 units, Acquired 02/22)153 153 
2,705 2,763 2,759 
Zeppelin Bidco Limited (0.4%)*(3) (7) (8) (21)
Services: BusinessFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (SONIA + 6.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 03/22, Due 03/29)5,653 5,427 5,403 
Revolver (SONIA + 6.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 03/22, Due 03/23)— (3)(3)
5,653 5,424 5,400 
Subtotal Non–Control / Non–Affiliate Investments (144.8%)2,029,027 1,950,064 1,917,558 
Affiliate Investments: (4)
1888 Industrial Services, LLC (0.1%)*(7) (31)
Energy: Oil & Gas
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 05/23)(8) (10) (28)
4,186 419 151 
Revolver (LIBOR + 6.0%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 05/23)(8) (10)
1,307 1,184 1,145 
Warrants (7,546.76 units, Acquired 02/22)— — 
5,493 1,603 1,296 
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Unaudited Consolidated Schedule of Investments — (Continued)
March 31, 2022
(Amounts in thousands, except share amounts)
Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
Charming Charlie LLC (0.0%)*(7) (31)
Retail
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 12.0%, 13.0% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 04/23)(8) (10) (28)
$4,948 $— $— 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 04/23)(8) (10) (28)
3,413 — — 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (20.0% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 05/22)(28)
139 — — 
Common Stock (34,923,249 shares, Acquired 02/22)— — 
8,500 — — 
Eclipse Business Capital, LLC (9.5%)*(7)
Banking, Finance, Insurance, & Real EstateSecond Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (7.5% Cash, Acquired 07/21, Due 07/28)4,545 4,504 4,545 
Revolver (LIBOR + 7.25%, Acquired 07/21, Due 07/28)(10)
2,727 2,605 2,727 
LLC Units (89,447,396 units, Acquired 07/21)89,850 118,366 
7,272 96,959 125,638 
Hylan Datacom & Electrical LLC (1.0%)*(7) (31)
Construction & Building
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (SOFR + 8.0%, 9.0% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 03/26)(8)(19)
3,917 3,615 3,917 
Second Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (SOFR + 10.0%, 11.0% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 03/27)(8)(19)
3,850 3,850 3,850 
Common Stock (102,144 shares, Acquired 02/22)5,219 5,219 
7,767 12,684 12,986 
Jocassee Partners LLC (3.2%)*(3)
Investment Funds & Vehicles9.1% Member Interest, Acquired 06/1935,158 42,106 
35,158 42,106 
Kemmerer Operations, LLC (0.2%)*(7) (31)
Metals & MiningFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (15.0% PIK, Acquired 02/22, Due 06/23)2,543 2,543 2,543 
Common Stock (6.78 shares, Acquired 02/22)1,589 1,589 
2,543 4,132 4,132 
Sierra Senior Loan Strategy JV I LLC (6.5%)*(3) (31)
Investment Funds & Vehicles89.01% Member Interest, Acquired 02/2285,963 82,910 
85,963 82,910 
Thompson Rivers LLC (5.9%)*(3)
Investment Funds & Vehicles16.0% Member Interest, Acquired 06/2079,409 75,663 
79,409 75,663 
Waccamaw River LLC (1.5%)*(3)
Investment Funds & Vehicles20% Member Interest, Acquired 02/2120,419 20,022 
20,419 20,022 
Subtotal Affiliate Investments (28.0%)31,575 336,327 364,753 
Control Investments:(5)
Black Angus Steakhouses, LLC (1.2%)*(7) (31)
Hotel, Gaming & Leisure
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 9.0%, 10.0% Cash, Acquired 02/22, Due 06/22)(8) (12)
5,647 5,647 5,647 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (10.0% PIK, Acquired 02/22, Due 06/22)(8) (12) (28)
24,071 9,628 9,628 
Common Stock (44.6 shares, Acquired 02/22)— — 
29,718 15,275 15,275 
JSC Tekers Holdings (0.4%)*(3) (7) (29)
Real Estate ManagementPreferred Stock (9,159,085 shares, Acquired 12/20)4,753 5,953 
Common Stock (35,571 shares, Acquired 12/20)— — 
4,753 5,953 
MVC Automotive Group Gmbh (1.0%)*(3) (7) (29)
AutomotiveBridge Loan (6.0% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 06/26)7,149 7,149 7,149 
Common Equity Interest (18,000 shares, Acquired 12/20)9,554 6,729 
7,149 16,703 13,878 
MVC Private Equity Fund LP (0.6%)*(3) (29)
Investment Funds & VehiclesGeneral Partnership Interest225 191 
Limited Partnership Interest8,899 7,508 
9,124 7,699 
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Unaudited Consolidated Schedule of Investments — (Continued)
March 31, 2022
(Amounts in thousands, except share amounts)
Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
Security Holdings B.V. (5.9%)*(3) (7) (29)
Electrical EngineeringBridge Loan (5.0% PIK, Acquired 12/20, Due 05/22)$5,727 $5,727 $5,727 
Senior Subordinated Loan (3.1% PIK, Acquired 12/20, Due 05/22)9,598 9,598 9,598 
Subordinated Senior Subordinated Note (5.0% PIK, Acquired 01/22, Due 05/22)14,292 14,567 14,292 
Senior Unsecured Term Loan (6.0% Cash, 9.0% PIK, Acquired 04/21, Due 04/25)7,149 7,639 7,149 
Common Stock Series A (17,100 shares, Acquired 02/22)560 439 
Common Stock Series B (900 shares, Acquired 12/20)21,264 41,104 
36,766 59,355 78,309 
Subtotal Control Investments (9.1%)73,633 105,210 121,114 
Total Investments, March 31, 2022 (182.0%)*$2,134,235 $2,391,601 $2,403,425 
Derivative Instruments
Credit Support Agreement(a)(b)(d)
DescriptionCounter PartySettlement Date(c)Notional AmountValueUnrealized Appreciation (Depreciation)
Credit Support AgreementBarings LLC01/01/31$23,000,000 $14,300,006 $700,006 
Total Credit Support Agreement, September 30, 2021$700,006 
Credit Support Agreements
Description(d)Counter PartySettlement DateNotional AmountValueUnrealized Appreciation (Depreciation)
MVC Credit Support Agreement(a)(b)(c)Barings LLC01/01/31$23,000 $15,000 $1,400 
Sierra Credit Support Agreement(e)(f)(g)Barings LLC04/01/32$100,000 $44,400 $— 
Total Credit Support Agreements, March 31, 2022$1,400 
(a) The MVC Credit Support Agreement covers all of the investments acquired by Barings BDC, Inc. (“the Company”(the “Company”) from MVC Capital, Inc. ("MVC") in connection with the MVC Acquisition (as defined in “Note 1 – Organization, Business and Basis of Presentation”) and any investments received by the Company in connection with the restructuring, amendment, extension or other modification (including the issuance of new securities) of any of the investments acquired by the Company from MVC in connection with the MVC Acquisition (collectively, the “Reference“MVC Reference Portfolio”). Each investment that is included in the MVC Reference Portfolio is denoted in the above Schedule of Investments with footnote (25)(29).
(b)      The Company and Barings LLC (“Barings”) entered into athe MVC Credit Support Agreement pursuant to which Barings LLC agreed to provide credit support to the Company in the amount of up to $23.0 million.
(c) Settlement Date means the earlier of (1) January 1, 2031 or (2) the date on which the entire MVC Reference Portfolio has been realized or written off.
(d) See “Note 2 – Agreements and Related Party Transactions” for additional information regarding the Credit Support Agreement.Agreements.
(e)     The Sierra Credit Support Agreement covers all of the investments acquired by the Company from Sierra Income Corporation (“Sierra”) in connection with the Sierra Acquisition (as defined in “Note 1 – Organization, Business and Basis of Presentation”) and any investments received by the Company in connection with the restructuring, amendment, extension or other modification (including the issuance of new securities) of any of the investments acquired by the Company from Sierra in connection with the Sierra Acquisition (collectively, the “Sierra Reference Portfolio”). Each investment that is included in the Sierra Reference Portfolio is denoted in the above Schedule of Investments with footnote (31).
(f)      The Company and Barings entered into the Sierra Credit Support Agreement pursuant to which Barings agreed to provide credit support to the Company in the amount of up to $100.0 million.
(g) Settlement Date means the earlier of (1) April 1, 2032 or (2) the date on which the entire Sierra Reference Portfolio has been realized or written off.
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Unaudited Consolidated Schedule of Investments — (Continued)
September 30, 2021March 31, 2022
(Amounts in thousands, except share amounts)
Foreign Currency Forward Contracts:Foreign Currency Forward Contracts:Foreign Currency Forward Contracts:
DescriptionDescriptionNotional Amount to be PurchasedNotional Amount to be SoldSettlement DateUnrealized Appreciation (Depreciation)DescriptionNotional Amount to be PurchasedNotional Amount to be SoldCounterpartySettlement DateUnrealized Appreciation (Depreciation)
Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)A$9,000,000$6,523,35710/06/21$(22,179)Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)A$67,436$50,505Bank of America, N.A.04/08/22$138 
Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)$6,550,418A$9,000,00010/06/2149,240 Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)$22,755A$31,386Bank of America, N.A.04/08/22(815)
Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)A$2,098,659$1,507,74201/06/229,026 Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)$19,490A$27,000Citibank N.A.04/08/22(787)
Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)$6,494A$9,050HSBC Bank USA04/08/22(302)
Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)$51,174A$68,223Bank of America, N.A.07/07/22(146)
Foreign currency forward contract (CAD)Foreign currency forward contract (CAD)C$3,203$2,559HSBC Bank USA04/08/22
Foreign currency forward contract (CAD)Foreign currency forward contract (CAD)C$6,124,048$4,797,82310/06/2136,200 Foreign currency forward contract (CAD)$2,506C$3,203Bank of America, N.A.04/08/22(58)
Foreign currency forward contract (CAD)Foreign currency forward contract (CAD)$4,962,973C$6,124,04810/06/21128,950 Foreign currency forward contract (CAD)$2,549C$3,190HSBC Bank USA07/07/22(5)
Foreign currency forward contract (CAD)Foreign currency forward contract (CAD)$4,881,155C$6,229,67301/06/22(36,660)Foreign currency forward contract (CAD)$49C$61BNP Paribas SA07/07/22— 
Foreign currency forward contract (DKK)Foreign currency forward contract (DKK)2,105,000kr.$328,52010/06/21(428)Foreign currency forward contract (DKK)2,116kr.$315Bank of America, N.A.04/08/22
Foreign currency forward contract (DKK)Foreign currency forward contract (DKK)$334,7722,105,000kr.10/06/216,680 Foreign currency forward contract (DKK)$3232,116kr.Bank of America, N.A.04/08/22
Foreign currency forward contract (DKK)Foreign currency forward contract (DKK)$335,1072,142,838kr.01/06/22446 Foreign currency forward contract (DKK)$3232,159kr.Bank of America, N.A.07/07/22(1)
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)€13,326,630$15,559,56010/06/21(114,118)Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)€2,000$2,215Bank of America, N.A.04/01/2210 
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)$15,737,249€13,326,63010/06/21291,805 Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)€86,555$96,092Bank of America, N.A.04/08/22225 
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)$4,864,467€4,182,59301/06/226,576 Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)€5,020$5,701HSBC Bank USA04/08/22(116)
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)$25,366€23,000HSBC Bank USA04/08/22(228)
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)$8,514€7,500BNP Paribas SA04/08/22168 
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)$69,071€61,075Bank of America, N.A.04/08/221,109 
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)$95,469€85,835Bank of America, N.A.07/07/22(400)
Foreign currency forward contract (NZD)Foreign currency forward contract (NZD)NZ$11,600$8,026Bank of America, N.A.04/08/2242 
Foreign currency forward contract (NZD)Foreign currency forward contract (NZD)$7,995NZ$11,600HSBC Bank USA04/08/22(74)
Foreign currency forward contract (NZD)Foreign currency forward contract (NZD)$8,151NZ$11,801Bank of America, N.A.07/07/22(44)
Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)$13,131£10,000HSBC Bank USA04/01/22(35)
Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)£8,819$11,521Bank of America, N.A.04/08/2290 
Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)$5,642£4,220HSBC Bank USA04/08/2286 
Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)£9,000,000$12,189,27110/06/21(54,099)Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)$6,122£4,599Bank of America, N.A.04/08/2267 
Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)$12,254,165£9,000,00010/06/21118,993 Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)$12,612£9,656Bank of America, N.A.07/07/22(97)
Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)£4,465,465$5,997,74501/06/2224,868 Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)£10,000$13,128HSBC Bank USA07/07/2235 
Foreign currency forward contract (SEK)Foreign currency forward contract (SEK)1,787,447kr$203,10410/06/211,212 Foreign currency forward contract (SEK)1,875kr$201HSBC Bank USA04/08/22— 
Foreign currency forward contract (SEK)Foreign currency forward contract (SEK)$209,9971,787,447kr10/06/215,680 Foreign currency forward contract (SEK)$2071,875krHSBC Bank USA04/08/22
Foreign currency forward contract (SEK)Foreign currency forward contract (SEK)$203,8531,791,942kr01/07/22(1,216)Foreign currency forward contract (SEK)$2131,976krHSBC Bank USA07/07/22— 
Total Foreign Currency Forward Contracts, September 30, 2021$450,976 
Total Foreign Currency Forward Contracts, March 31, 2022Total Foreign Currency Forward Contracts, March 31, 2022$(1,120)

*    Fair value as a percentage of net assets.
(1)All debt investments are income producing, unless otherwise noted. Eclipse Business Capital, LLC, Ferrellgas L.P., Thompson Rivers LLC and Waccamaw River LLC equity investments are income producing. All other equity and any equity-linked investments are non-income producing. The Company's Board of Directors (the "Board") determined in good faith that all investments were valued at fair value in accordance with the Company's valuation policies and procedures and the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the “1940 Act”), based on, among other things, the input of the Company's external investment adviser, Barings, LLC (“Barings”), the Company’s Audit Committee and independent valuation firms that have been engaged to assist in the valuation of the Company's middle-market investments. In addition, all debt investments are variable rate investments unless otherwise noted. Index-based floating interest rates are generally subject to a contractual minimum interest rate. A majority of the variable rate loans in the Company's investment portfolio bear interest at a rate that may be determined by reference to LIBOR, EURIBOR, GBP LIBOR, BBSY, STIBOR, CDOR, SOFR, SONIA, BKBM or an alternate Base Rate (commonly based on the Federal Funds Rate or the Prime Rate), which typically reset semi-annually, quarterly, or monthly at the borrower's option. The borrower may also elect to have multiple interest reset periods for each loan.
(2)All of the Company’s portfolio company investments (including joint venture and short-term investments), which as of September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 represented 221.9%182.0% of the Company’s net assets, are subject to legal restrictions on sales. The acquisition date represents the date of the Company's initial investment in the relevant portfolio company.
(3)Investment is not a qualifying investment as defined under Section 55(a) of the 1940 Act. Non-qualifying assets represenet 26.4%nt 28.7% of total investments at fair value as of September 30, 2021.March 31, 2022. Qualifying assets must represent at least 70% of total assets at the time of acquisition of any additional non-qualifying assets. If at any time qualifying assets do not represent at least 70% of the Company's total assets, the Company will be precluded from acquiring any additional non-qualifying asset until such time as it complies with the requirements of Section 55(a).
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Unaudited Consolidated Schedule of Investments — (Continued)
September 30, 2021March 31, 2022
(Amounts in thousands, except share amounts)
(4)As defined in the 1940 Act, the Company is deemed to be an “affiliated person” of the portfolio company as the Company owns between 5% or more, up to 25% (inclusive), of the portfolio company's voting securities (“non-controlled affiliate”). Transactions related to investments in non-controlled "Affiliate Investments" for the ninethree months ended September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 were as follows:
December 31, 2020
Value
Gross Additions
(b)
Gross Reductions (c) Amount of Realized Gain (Loss) Amount of Unrealized Gain (Loss)September 30, 2021 Value Amount of Interest or Dividends Credited to Income(d)December 31, 2021
Value
Gross Additions
(b)
Gross Reductions (c) Amount of Realized Gain (Loss) Amount of Unrealized Gain (Loss)March 31, 2022 ValueAmount of Interest or Dividends Credited to Income(d)
Portfolio CompanyPortfolio CompanyType of Investment(a)Portfolio CompanyType of Investment(a)
Advantage Insurance, Inc.(e)
Preferred Stock (587,001 shares)$5,946,641 $— $(5,870,010)$(76,631)$— $— $71,500 
5,946,641 — (5,870,010)(76,631)— — 71,500 
1888 Industrial Services, LLC(e)
1888 Industrial Services, LLC(e)
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR +5.0%, 6.0% Cash)(f)
$— $419 $— $— $(268)$151 $
Revolver (LIBOR + 6.0%, 7.0% Cash)— 1,184 — — (39)1,145 — 
Warrants (7,546.76 units)— — — — — — — 
— 1,603 — — (307)1,296 
Charming Charlie LLC(e)(f)
Charming Charlie LLC(e)(f)
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 12.0%, 13.0% Cash)— — — — — — — 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash)— — — — — — — 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (20.0% Cash)— — — — — — — 
Common Stock (34,923,249 shares)— — — — — — — 
— — — — — — — 
Eclipse Business Capital, LLC (e)
Eclipse Business Capital, LLC (e)
Second Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (7.5% Cash)— 4,501,161 — — 44,294 4,545,455 80,550 
Eclipse Business Capital, LLC (e)
Second Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (7.5% Cash)4,738 — — (194)4,545 83 
Revolver (LIBOR + 7.25%)— 4,408 (136,364)— 131,956 — 12,457 Revolver (LIBOR + 7.25%)1,818 914 — — (5)2,727 39 
LLC units (89,849,519 units)— 89,849,519 — — — 89,849,519 1,693,429 LLC units (89,849,519 units)92,668 — — — 25,698 118,366 4,078 
— 94,355,088 (136,364)— 176,250 94,394,974 1,786,436 99,224 915 — — 25,499 125,638 4,200 
Hylan Datacom & Electrical LLC(e)
Hylan Datacom & Electrical LLC(e)
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (SOFR + 8.0%, 9.0% Cash)— 3,514 — 101 302 3,917 33 
Second Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (SOFR + 10.0%, 11.0% Cash)— 3,850 — — — 3,850 26 
Common Stock (102,144 shares)— 5,219 — — — 5,219 — 
— 12,583 — 101 302 12,986 59 
Jocassee Partners LLCJocassee Partners LLC9.1% Member Interest22,623,820 10,000,000 — — 3,509,620 36,133,440 — Jocassee Partners LLC9.1% Member Interest37,601 5,000 — — (495)42,106 — 
22,623,820 10,000,000 — — 3,509,620 36,133,440 — 37,601 5,000 — — (495)42,106 — 
JSC Tekers Holdings(e)
JSC Tekers Holdings(e)
Preferred Stock (9,159,085 shares)4,753,000 — (4)— 1,200,409 5,953,405 — 
JSC Tekers Holdings(e)
Preferred Stock (9,159,085 shares)6,197 — (6,197)— — — — 
Common Stock (3,201 shares)— — — — — — — Common Stock (3,201 shares)— — — — — — — 
4,753,000 — (4)— 1,200,409 5,953,405 — 6,197 — (6,197)— — — — 
Kemmerer Operations, LLC(e)
Kemmerer Operations, LLC(e)
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (15.0% PIK)— 2,543 — — — 2,543 40 
Common Stock (6.78 shares)— 1,589 — — — 1,589 — 
— 4,132 — — — 4,132 40 
Security Holdings B.V(e)
Security Holdings B.V(e)
Bridge Loan (5.0% PIK 5/31/2021)5,187,508 263,697 — — — 5,451,205 206,690 
Security Holdings B.V(e)
Bridge Loan (5.0% PIK 5/31/2021)5,451 — (5,451)— — — — 
Senior Subordinated Loan (3.1% PIK)8,746,454 207,230 — — — 8,953,684 208,872 Senior Subordinated Loan (3.1% PIK)9,525 — (9,525)— — — — 
Senior Unsecured Term Loan (9.0% PIK)— 8,347,853 (1,168,250)(24,300)(201,603)6,953,700 562,581 Senior Unsecured Term Loan (9.0% PIK)7,307 — (7,307)— — — — 
Common Equity Interest21,329,370 — — — 1,829,924 23,159,294 — Common Equity Interest24,825 — (24,825)— — — — 
35,263,332 8,818,780 (1,168,250)(24,300)1,628,321 44,517,883 978,143 47,108 — (47,108)— — — — 
Thompson Rivers LLC7.75% Member Interest10,011,840 20,000,000 — — 2,673,040 32,684,880 1,330,495 
10,011,840 20,000,000 — — 2,673,040 32,684,880 1,330,495 
Sierra Senior Loan Strategy JV I LLCSierra Senior Loan Strategy JV I LLC89.01% Member Interest— 85,963 — — (3,053)82,910 — 
85,963 — — (3,053)82,910 — 
Waccamaw River LLC20% Member Interest— 9,362,416 (68,188)— 21,177 9,315,405 140,000 
9,362,416 (68,188)— 21,177 9,315,405 140,000 
Total Affiliate Investments$78,598,633 $142,536,284 $(7,242,816)$(100,931)$9,208,817 $222,999,987 $4,306,574 
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March 31, 2022
(Amounts in thousands, except share amounts)
December 31, 2021
Value
Gross Additions
(b)
Gross Reductions (c) Amount of Realized Gain (Loss) Amount of Unrealized Gain (Loss)March 31, 2022 ValueAmount of Interest or Dividends Credited to Income(d)
Portfolio CompanyType of Investment(a)
Thompson Rivers LLC16.0% Member Interest84,438 — (4)— (8,771)75,663 3,192 
84,438 — (4)— (8,771)75,663 3,192 
Waccamaw River LLC20% Member Interest13,501 6,700 — — (179)20,022 300 
13,501 6,700 — — (179)20,022 300 
Total Affiliate Investments$288,069 $116,896 $(53,309)$101 $12,996 $364,753 $7,799 
(a)     Eclipse Business Capital, LLC, Thompson Rivers LLC and Waccamaw River LLC equity investments are income producing. All other equity and any equity-linked investments are non-income producing.
(b)     Gross additions include increases in the cost basis of investments resulting from new investments and follow-on investments.
(c)    Gross reductions include decreases in the total cost basis of investments resulting from principal repayments or sales.
(d) Represents the total amount of interest, fees or dividends credited to income for the portion of the year an investment was included in the Affiliate category.
(e) The fair value of the investment was determined using significant unobservable inputs.
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September 30, 2021
(f) Non-accrual investment.
(5)    As defined in the 1940 Act, the Company is deemed to be both an “affiliated person” and “control” the portfolio company because it owns more than 25% of the portfolio company’s outstanding voting securities or it has the power to exercise control over the management or policies of such portfolio company (including through a management agreement). Transactions as of and during the ninethree months ended September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 in which the portfolio company is deemed to be a "Control Investment" of the Company were as follows:
December 31, 2020
Value
Gross Additions
(b)
Gross Reductions (c) Amount of Realized Gain (Loss) Amount of Unrealized Gain (Loss)
September 30, 2021
Value
 Amount of Interest or Dividends Credited to Income(d)December 31, 2021
Value
Gross Additions
(b)
Gross Reductions (c) Amount of Realized Gain (Loss) Amount of Unrealized Gain (Loss)
March 31, 2022
Value
 Amount of Interest or Dividends Credited to Income(d)
Portfolio CompanyPortfolio CompanyType of Investment(a)Portfolio CompanyType of Investment(a)
Black Angus Steakhouses, LLC(e)
Black Angus Steakhouses, LLC(e)
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (10.0% PIK)(f)
$— $9,628 $— $— $— $9,628 $— 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 9.0%, 10.0% Cash)— 5,647 — — — 5,647 55 
Common Stock (44.6 shares)— — — — — — — 
— 15,275 — — — 15,275 55 
JSC Tekers Holdings(e)
JSC Tekers Holdings(e)
Preferred Stock (9,159,085 shares)— 6,197 — — (244)5,953 — 
Common Stock (3,201 shares)— — — — — — — 
— 6,197 — — (244)5,953 — 
MVC Automotive Group GmbH(e)
MVC Automotive Group GmbH(e)
Common Equity Interest$9,582,368 $— $— $— $(501,948)$9,080,420 $— 
MVC Automotive Group GmbH(e)
Common Equity Interest7,699 — — — (970)6,729 — 
Bridge Loan (6.0% PIK 12/31/2021)7,149,166 — — — — 7,149,166 325,287 Bridge Loan (6.0% PIK 12/31/2021)7,149 — — — — 7,149 107 
16,731,534 — — — (501,948)16,229,586 325,287 14,848 — — — (970)13,878 107 
MVC Private Equity Fund LPMVC Private Equity Fund LPLimited Partnership Interest8,899,284 — — — (936,010)7,963,274 — MVC Private Equity Fund LPLimited Partnership Interest7,376 — — — 132 7,508 — 
General Partnership Interest224,978 — — (23,031)201,948 478,754 General Partnership Interest188 — — — 191 (1,039)
9,124,262 — — (959,041)8,165,222 478,754 7,564 — — — 135 7,699 (1,039)
Waccamaw River LLC50% Member Interest— 4,500,000 (4,474,229)— (25,771)— — 
Total Control Investments$25,855,796 $4,500,001 $(4,474,229)$ $(1,486,760)$24,394,808 $804,041 
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March 31, 2022
(Amounts in thousands, except share amounts)
December 31, 2021
Value
Gross Additions
(b)
Gross Reductions (c) Amount of Realized Gain (Loss) Amount of Unrealized Gain (Loss)
March 31, 2022
Value
 Amount of Interest or Dividends Credited to Income(d)
Portfolio CompanyType of Investment(a)
Security Holdings B.V(e)
Bridge Loan (5.0% PIK, Acquired 12/20, Due 05/22)$— $5,727 $— $— $— $5,727 $72 
Senior Subordinated Loan (3.1% PIK, Acquired 12/20, Due 05/22)— 9,598 — — — 9,598 78 
Subordinated Senior Subordinated Note (5.0% PIK, Acquired 12/20, Due 05/22)— 14,567 — — (275)14,292 160 
Senior Unsecured Term Loan (6.0% Cash, 9.0% PIK, Acquired 04/21, Due 04/25)— 7,307 — — (158)7,149 268 
Common Stock Series A (17,100 shares, Acquired 02/22)— 560 — — (121)439 — 
Common Stock Series B (900 shares, Acquired 12/20)— 24,827 — — 16,277 41,104 — 
— 62,586 — — 15,723 78,309 578 
Total Control Investments$22,412 $84,058 $ $ $14,644 $121,114 $(299)
(a)     Equity and equity-linked investments are non-income producing, unless otherwise noted.
(b) Gross additions include increases in the cost basis of investments resulting from new investments and follow-on investments.
(c)     Gross reductions include decreases in the total cost basis of investments resulting from principal repayments or sales.
(d)    Represents the total amount of interest, fees or dividends credited to income for the portion of the year an investment was included in the Control category.
(e) The fair value of the investment was determined using significant unobservable inputs.
(f) Non-accrual investment
(6)Some or all of the investment is or will be encumbered as security for the Company's $800.0$965.0 million senior secured credit facility with ING Capital LLC initially entered into in February 2019 (as amended, restated and otherwise modified from time to time, the "February 2019 Credit Facility").
(7)The fair value of the investment was determined using significant unobservable inputs.
(8)Debt investment includes interest rate floor feature.
(9)The interest rate on these loans is subject to 1 Month LIBOR, which as of September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 was 0.08025%0.45200%.
(10)The interest rate on these loans is subject to 2 Month LIBOR, which as of September 30, 2021 was 0.11138%.
(11)The interest rate on these loans is subject to 3 Month LIBOR, which as of September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 was 0.13013%0.96157%.
(12)(11)The interest rate on these loans is subject to 6 Month LIBOR, which as of September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 was 0.15850%1.46986%.
(13)(12)The interest rate on these loans is subject to 112 Month GBP LIBOR, which as of September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 was 0.04750%2.10143%.
(14)(13)The interest rate on these loans is subject to 3 Month GBP LIBOR, which as of September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 was 0.08188%1.03540%.
(15)(14)The interest rate on these loans is subject to 6 Month GBP LIBOR, which as of September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 was 0.17463%1.47070%.
(15)The interest rate on these loans is subject to 1 Month EURIBOR, which as of March 31, 2022 was -0.53200%.
(16)The interest rate on these loans is subject to 3 Month EURIBOR, which as of September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 was -0.54500%-0.45800%.
(17)The interest rate on these loans is subject to 6 Month EURIBOR, which as of September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 was -0.52800%-0.36700%.
(18)The interest rate on these loans is subject to 31 Month STIBOR,SOFR, which as of September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 was -0.09900%0.30240%.
(19)The interest rate on these loans is subject to 13 Month BBSY,SOFR, which as of September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 was 0.01000%0.67512%.
(20)The interest rate on these loans is subject to 36 Month BBSY,SOFR, which as of September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 was 0.01960%1.07915%.
(21)The interest rate on these loans is subject to 3 Month CDOR,SONIA, which as of September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 was 0.44468%0.91610%.
(22)The interest rate on these loans is subject to 6 Month SONIA, which as of September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 was 0.16350%1.19410%.
(23)The interest rate on these loans is subject to 61 Month SOFR,BBSY, which as of September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 was 0.05628%0.01270%.
(24)The interest rate on these loans is subject to 3 Month BBSY, which as of March 31, 2022 was 0.23150%.
(25)The interest rate on these loans is subject to 3 Month CDOR, which as of March 31, 2022 was 1.26000%.
(26)The interest rate on these loans is subject to 3 Month STIBOR, which as of March 31, 2022 was 0.00057%.
(27)The interest rate on these loans is subject to 3 Month BKBM, which as of March 31, 2022 was 1.49000%.
(28)Non-accrual investment.
(25)(29)Investment was purchased as part of the MVC Acquisition and is part of the MVC Reference Portfolio for purposes of the MVC Credit Support Agreement.
(26)(30)In 2017, MVC received $5.7 million of 9.5% second lien callable notes due in 2025, in lieu of an escrow to satisfy any indemnification claims associated with MVC’s sale of its equity investment in U.S. Gas & Electric ("U.S. Gas"). Effective January 1, 2018, the cost basis of the U.S. Gas second lien loan was decreased by approximately $3.0 million due to a working capital adjustment. This loan is still subject to indemnification adjustments.
(31)Investment was purchased as part of the Sierra Acquisition and is part of the Sierra Reference Portfolio for purposes of the Sierra Credit Support Agreement.


See accompanying notes.
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December 31, 20202021
(Amounts in thousands, except share amounts)
Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
Non–Control / Non–Affiliate Investments:
1WorldSync, Inc. (4.0%)*(7) (9) (12)
IT Consulting & Other ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.25%, 7.3% Cash, Acquired 07/19, Due 07/25)$29,000,000 $28,490,102 $28,420,000 
29,000,000 28,490,102 28,420,000 
Accelerate Learning, Inc.
(1.0%)*(7) (9) (12)
Education ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 12/18, Due 12/24)7,567,965 7,461,410 7,258,435 
7,567,965 7,461,410 7,258,435 
Accurus Aerospace Corporation (2.9%)*(7) (9) (12)
Aerospace & DefenseFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 10/18, Due 10/24)24,500,000 24,251,575 20,506,500 
24,500,000 24,251,575 20,506,500 
ADE Holding (d/b/a AD Education) (0.8%)*(3) (7) (9) (19)
Education ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.0%, 5.0% Cash, Acquired 01/20, Due 01/27)5,459,746 4,977,557 5,459,746 
5,459,746 4,977,557 5,459,746 
AEP Holdings, Inc. (1.8%)*(7) (9)
Wholesale
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 11/20, Due 11/25) (18)
4,362,794 4,143,810 4,275,538 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 11/20, Due 11/25) (12)
8,902,516 8,727,725 8,724,466 
13,265,310 12,871,535 13,000,004 
Aftermath Bidco Corporation (1.3%)* (7) (9) (12)
Professional ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 04/19, Due 04/25)9,425,284 9,265,301 9,335,155 
9,425,284 9,265,301 9,335,155 
Ahead DB Borrower, LLC. (0.3%)*(7) (9) (12)
Technology DistributorsSecond Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 8.5%, 9.5% Cash, Acquired 10/20, Due 10/28)2,139,295 2,076,161 2,075,117 
2,139,295 2,076,161 2,075,117 
Air Canada 2020-2 Class B Pass Through Trust (1.1%)*AirlinesStructured Secured Note - Class B (9.0% Cash, Acquired 09/20, Due 10/25)7,500,000 7,500,000 8,077,169 
7,500,000 7,500,000 8,077,169 
American Dental Partners, Inc. (1.3%)*(7) (9) (12)
Health Care ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.25%, 5.3% Cash, Acquired 11/18, Due 03/23)9,800,000 9,786,672 9,396,240 
9,800,000 9,786,672 9,396,240 
American Scaffold, Inc. (1.3%)*(7) (9) (12)
Aerospace & DefenseFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 09/19, Due 09/25)9,686,750 9,509,443 9,686,750 
9,686,750 9,509,443 9,686,750 
Anagram Holdings, LLC
(2.2%)*(3)
Chemicals, Plastics, & RubberFirst Lien Senior Secured Note (10.0% Cash, 5.0% PIK, Acquired 08/20, Due 08/25)13,673,780 12,565,289 15,588,108 
13,673,780 12,565,289 15,588,108 
Anchorage Capital CLO Ltd: Series 2013-1A (0.3%)*(3) (9) (12)
Structured FinanceStructured Secured Note - Class DR (LIBOR + 6.8%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 03/20, Due 10/30)2,000,000 1,743,066 2,000,156 
2,000,000 1,743,066 2,000,156 
Anju Software, Inc. (1.9%)*(7) (12)
Application SoftwareFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.25%, 6.4% Cash, Acquired 02/19, Due 02/25)13,701,182 13,442,543 13,385,963 
13,701,182 13,442,543 13,385,963 
Apex Bidco Limited (0.3%)*(3) (7)
Business Equipment & Services
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (GBP LIBOR + 6.50%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 01/20, Due 01/27) (9) (15)
1,992,033 1,851,359 1,950,974 
Subordinated Senior Unsecured Term Loan (8.0% PIK, Acquired 01/20, Due 07/27)258,955 241,837 253,618 
2,250,988 2,093,196 2,204,592 
AQA Acquisition Holding, Inc. (f/k/a SmartBear) (0.7%)*(7) (9) (12)
High Tech IndustriesSecond Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 8.0%, 9.0% Cash, Acquired 10/18, Due 05/24)4,959,088 4,877,581 4,959,088 
4,959,088 4,877,581 4,959,088 
Arch Global Precision LLC (2.3%)*(7) (12)
Industrial MachineryFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.0% Cash, Acquired 04/19, Due 04/26)16,649,218 16,496,045 16,557,510 
16,649,218 16,496,045 16,557,510 
Archimede (0.4%)*(3) (7) (9) (17)
Consumer ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 6.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 10/20, Due 10/27)2,677,354 2,510,391 2,610,420 
2,677,354 2,510,391 2,610,420 
Argus Bidco Limited (0.8%)*(3) (7) (9) (15)
High Tech IndustriesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (GBP LIBOR + 5.5%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/27)5,715,005 5,383,300 5,543,555 
5,715,005 5,383,300 5,543,555 
Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
Non–Control / Non–Affiliate Investments:
1WorldSync, Inc. (2.2%)*(7) (8) (10)
IT Consulting & Other ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.25%, 7.3% Cash, Acquired 07/19, Due 07/25)$16,434 $16,185 $16,434 
16,434 16,185 16,434 
Accelerate Learning, Inc.
(1.0%)*(7) (8) (10)
Education ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 12/18, Due 12/24)7,568 7,486 7,429 
7,568 7,486 7,429 
Acclime Holdings HK Limited
(0.2%)*(3) (7) (8) (10)
Business ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.5%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 08/21, Due 07/27)1,211 1,138 1,147 
1,211 1,138 1,147 
Accurus Aerospace Corporation (3.2%)*(7) (8) (11)
Aerospace & DefenseFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.5%, 5.5% Cash, 1.50% PIK, Acquired 10/18, Due 10/24)24,874 24,684 24,016 
24,874 24,684 24,016 
ADB Safegate (0.7%)*(3) (8) (10)
Aerospace & DefenseSecond Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 7.75%, 8.8% Cash, Acquired 08/21, Due 07/25)5,500 5,091 5,106 
5,500 5,091 5,106 
Advantage Software Company (The), LLC (0.0%)*(7)
Advertising, Printing & PublishingClass A1 Partnership Units (8,717.76 units, Acquired 12/21)280 280 
Class A2 Partnership Units (2,248.46 units, Acquired 12/21)72 72 
Class B1 Partnership Units (8,717.76 units, Acquired 12/21)
Class B2 Partnership Units (2,248.46 units, Acquired 12/21)
363 363 
Aftermath Bidco Corporation (1.3%)* (7) (8) (10)
Professional ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 04/19, Due 04/25)9,425 9,299 9,303 
9,425 9,299 9,303 
Air Canada 2020-2 Class B Pass Through Trust (0.9%)*AirlinesStructured Secured Note - Class B (9.0% Cash, Acquired 09/20, Due 10/25)6,170 6,170 6,822 
6,170 6,170 6,822 
Air Comm Corporation, LLC (1.5%)* (7) (8) (10)
Aerospace & DefenseFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 06/21, Due 07/27)11,540 11,265 11,280 
11,540 11,265 11,280 
AIT Worldwide Logistics Holdings, Inc. (1.0%)*(7)
Transportation Services
Second Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 7.75%, 8.5% Cash, Acquired 04/21, Due 04/29)(8) (10)
6,460 6,325 6,460 
 Partnership Units (348.68 units, Acquired 04/21)349 689 
6,460 6,674 7,149 
Alpine US Bidco LLC (2.4%)*(7) (8) (10)
Agricultural ProductsSecond Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 9.0%, 9.8% Cash, Acquired 05/21, Due 05/29)18,157 17,642 17,975 
18,157 17,642 17,975 
Amtech LLC (0.5%)*(7) (8)
Technology
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 11/27)(9)
4,091 3,958 3,955 
Revolver (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 11/27)(10)
— (13)(14)
4,091 3,945 3,941 
Anagram Holdings, LLC
(2.2%)*(3)
Chemicals, Plastics, & RubberFirst Lien Senior Secured Note (10.0% Cash, 5.0% PIK, Acquired 08/20, Due 08/25)14,395 13,459 16,051 
14,395 13,459 16,051 
AnalytiChem Holding Gmbh (0.3%)* (3) (7) (8) (14)
ChemicalsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 6.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 11/28)2,801 2,580 2,576 
2,801 2,580 2,576 
Anju Software, Inc. (1.8%)*(7) (8) (9)
Application SoftwareFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 02/19, Due 02/25)13,528 13,355 13,284 
13,528 13,355 13,284 
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(Amounts in thousands, except share amounts)
Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
Armstrong Transport Group (Pele Buyer, LLC ) (1.0%)*(7) (9) (12)
Air Freight & LogisticsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 06/19, Due 06/24)$5,354,941 $5,277,976 $5,302,778 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.0%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 07/20, Due 06/24)2,000,318 1,964,493 2,000,318 
7,355,259 7,242,469 7,303,096 
Ascensus Specialties, LLC
(1.0%)*(7) (9) (10)
Specialty ChemicalsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 4.9% Cash, Acquired 09/19, Due 09/26)7,019,401 6,959,939 6,978,909 
7,019,401 6,959,939 6,978,909 
ASPEQ Heating Group LLC (1.2%)* (7) (9) (12)
Building Products, Air & HeatingFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 11/19, Due 11/25)8,945,499 8,833,249 8,862,629 
8,945,499 8,833,249 8,862,629 
Auxi International (0.2%)*(3) (7) (9) (19)
Commercial FinanceFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 12/19, Due 12/26)1,712,970 1,514,901 1,682,438 
1,712,970 1,514,901 1,682,438 
AVSC Holding Corp.
(1.4%)*(9) (12)
AdvertisingFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 3.25%, 4.3% Cash, 0.25% PIK, Acquired 08/18, Due 03/25)4,904,496 4,313,104 4,165,780 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.50%, 5.5% Cash, 1.0% PIK, Acquired 08/18, Due 03/25)748,116 682,722 665,823 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (5.0% Cash, 10.0% PIK, Acquired 11/20, Due 10/26)4,951,086 4,816,560 5,668,994 
10,603,698 9,812,386 10,500,597 
Bass Pro Group, LLC (0.3%)*(9) (12)
General Merchandise StoresFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 03/20, Due 09/24)1,979,540 1,793,950 1,983,083 
1,979,540 1,793,950 1,983,083 
BDP International, Inc. (f/k/a BDP Buyer, LLC) (4.8%)*(7) (9) (12)
Air Freight & LogisticsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 12/18, Due 12/24)34,937,500 34,387,459 34,238,750 
34,937,500 34,387,459 34,238,750 
Beacon Pointe Advisors, LLC (0.1%)*(7) (9) (12)
Asset Manager & Custody BankFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 03/20, Due 03/26)631,591 611,703 631,591 
631,591 611,703 631,591 
Benify (Bennevis AB)
(0.2%)*(3) (7) (9) (20)
High Tech IndustriesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (STIBOR + 5.25%, 5.3% Cash, Acquired 07/19, Due 07/26)1,588,980 1,366,586 1,576,555 
1,588,980 1,366,586 1,576,555 
Black Diamond Equipment Rentals LLC (1.2%)*(7) (23)
Equipment RentalSecond Lien Loan (12.5% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 06/22)7,500,000 7,500,000 7,500,000 
Warrant (1.0 unit, Acquired 12/20)847,000 847,000 
7,500,000 8,347,000 8,347,000 
British Airways 2020-1 Class B Pass Through Trust (0.2%)*AirlinesStructured Secured Note - Class B (8.4% Cash, Acquired 11/20, Due 11/28)1,500,000 1,500,000 1,661,827 
1,500,000 1,500,000 1,661,827 
British Engineering Services Holdco Limited (1.1%)*(3) (7) (9) (15)
Commercial Services & SuppliesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (GBP LIBOR + 5.25%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/27)8,667,451 7,989,566 8,191,066 
8,667,451 7,989,566 8,191,066 
Brown Machine Group Holdings, LLC (0.7%)*(7) (9) (12)
Industrial EquipmentFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 10/18, Due 10/24)5,286,022 5,241,933 5,286,022 
5,286,022 5,241,933 5,286,022 
Cadent, LLC (f/k/a Cross MediaWorks) (1.0%)*(7) (9) (12)
Media & EntertainmentFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 09/18, Due 09/23)7,532,846 7,490,785 7,361,851 
7,532,846 7,490,785 7,361,851 
Carlson Travel, Inc (1.0%)*Business Travel ManagementFirst Lien Senior Secured Note (6.8% Cash, Acquired 09/20, Due 12/25)3,000,000 2,362,500 2,471,250 
Super Senior Secured Term Loan (10.5% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 3/25)4,239,000 4,149,608 4,376,768 
Common Stock (1,962 units, Acquired 11/20)(7)
88,290 68,670 
7,239,000 6,600,398 6,916,688 
Carlyle Aviation Partners Ltd. (0.2%)*Structured FinanceStructured Secured Note, Series 2019-2 - Class A (3.4% Cash, Acquired 3/20, Due 11/39)912,844 826,343 863,003 
Structured Secured Note, Series 2018-2 - Class A (4.5% Cash, Acquired 3/20, Due 11/38)432,194 391,920 408,302 
1,345,038 1,218,263 1,271,305 
Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
AP Aristotle Holdings, LLC (0.2)*(7)
Oil Field ServicesSubordinated Term Loan (19.8% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 06/25)$1,883 $1,890 $1,854 
1,883 1,890 1,854 
Apex Bidco Limited (0.3%)*(3) (7)
Business Equipment & Services
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (GBP LIBOR + 6.25%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 01/20, Due 01/27)(8) (12)
1,974 1,869 1,970 
Subordinated Senior Unsecured Term Loan (8.0% PIK, Acquired 01/20, Due 07/27)278 264 278 
2,252 2,133 2,248 
Aptus 1829. GmbH (0.6%)*(3) (7)
Chemicals, Plastics, & Rubber
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 6.5%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 09/21, Due 09/27)(8) (14)
4,656 4,717 4,552 
Preferred Stock (13 shares, Acquired 09/21)120 111 
Common Stock (48 shares, Acquired 09/21)12 11 
4,656 4,849 4,674 
Apus Bidco Limited (0.5%)*(3) (7) (8) (17)
Banking, Finance, Insurance & Real EstateFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (SONIA + 5.5%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 02/21, Due 03/28)3,902 3,874 3,823 
3,902 3,874 3,823 
AQA Acquisition Holding, Inc. (2.7%)*(7) (8) (10)
High Tech IndustriesSecond Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 7.5%, 8.0% Cash, Acquired 03/21, Due 03/29)20,000 19,510 20,000 
20,000 19,510 20,000 
Aquavista Watersides 2 LTD (1.0%)*(3) (7) (8) (17)
Transportation ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (SONIA + 6.0%, 6.1% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/28)6,042 5,696 5,766 
Second Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (SONIA + 10.5% PIK, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/28)1,510 1,446 1,465 
Revolver (SONIA + 6.0%, 6.1% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/22)— (4)(5)
7,552 7,138 7,226 
Arch Global Precision LLC (1.2%)*(7) (8) (10)
Industrial MachineryFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 4.8% Cash, Acquired 04/19, Due 04/26)9,248 9,244 9,248 
9,248 9,244 9,248 
Archimede (1.1%)*(3) (7) (8) (14)
Consumer ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 6.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 10/20, Due 10/27)8,415 8,761 8,255 
8,415 8,761 8,255 
Argus Bidco Limited (0.5%)*(3) (7) (8)
High Tech Industries
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (SONIA + 5.5%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/27)(16)
2,682 2,559 2,682 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.5%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 05/21, Due 12/27)(10)
672 653 672 
3,354 3,212 3,354 
Armstrong Transport Group (Pele Buyer, LLC ) (0.5%)*(7) (8) (10)
Air Freight & LogisticsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 06/19, Due 06/24)4,020 3,961 3,939 
4,020 3,961 3,939 
ASPEQ Heating Group LLC (1.1%)* (7) (8) (9)
Building Products, Air & HeatingFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 11/19, Due 11/25)8,464 8,377 8,464 
8,464 8,377 8,464 
Astra Bidco Limited (0.7%)*(3) (7) (8) (16)
HealthcareFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (SONIA + 5.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 11/28)5,786 5,479 5,535 
5,786 5,479 5,535 
Auxi International (0.3%)*(3) (7) (8)
Commercial Finance
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 6.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 12/19, Due 12/26)(15)
1,592 1,521 1,439 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (SONIA + 6.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 04/21, Due 12/26)(17)
907 897 820 
2,499 2,418 2,259 
Avance Clinical Bidco Pty Ltd (0.8%)*(3) (7) (8) (20)
HealthcareFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (BBSY + 5.5%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 11/27)6,457 6,040 6,158 
6,457 6,040 6,158 
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(Amounts in thousands, except share amounts)
Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
Centralis Finco S.a.r.l. (0.1%)*(3) (7) (9) (18)
Diversified Financial ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.25%, 5.3% Cash, Acquired 05/20, Due 05/27)$867,913 $732,995 $867,913 
867,913 732,995 867,913 
Cineworld Group PLC
(1.1%)*(3) (9) (13)
Leisure ProductsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 2.50%, 2.8% Cash, Acquired 04/20, Due 02/25)9,070,729 5,915,501 6,121,290 
Super Senior Secured Term Loan (7.0% Cash, 8.3% PIK, Acquired 11/20, Due 05/24)1,618,242 1,446,976 1,920,318 
Warrants (553,375 units, Acquired 12/20)101,602 166,416 
10,688,971 7,464,079 8,208,024 
Classic Collision (Summit Buyer, LLC) (1.6%)*(7) (9) (12)
Auto Collision Repair CentersFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.5%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 01/20, Due 01/26)12,006,341 11,774,075 11,820,664 
12,006,341 11,774,075 11,820,664 
CM Acquisitions Holdings Inc. (3.4%)*(7) (9) (13)
Internet & Direct MarketingFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 05/19, Due 05/25)24,655,278 24,287,477 24,196,657 
24,655,278 24,287,477 24,196,657 
CMT Opco Holding, LLC (Concept Machine) (0.6%)*(7) (9) (12)
DistributorsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 01/20, Due 01/25)4,425,935 4,351,646 4,097,088 
LLC Units (8,309 units, Acquired 01/20)332,904 230,492 
4,425,935 4,684,550 4,327,580 
Command Alkon (Project Potter Buyer, LLC) (3.0%)*(7) (9) (10)
SoftwareFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 8.25%, 9.3% Cash, Acquired 04/20, Due 04/27)22,166,804 21,527,201 21,501,800 
Class A Units (90.384 units, Acquired 04/20)90,384 93,510 
Class B Units (33,324.69 units, Acquired 04/20)— 8,165 
22,166,804 21,617,585 21,603,475 
Confie Seguros Holding II Co. (0.3%)*(9) (12)
Insurance Brokerage ServicesSecond Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 8.5%, 8.7% Cash, Acquired 10/19, Due 11/25)2,500,000 2,370,563 2,233,600 
2,500,000 2,370,563 2,233,600 
Contabo Finco S.À R.L (0.2%)*(3) (7) (9) (18)
Internet Software & ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 4.75%, 4.8% Cash, Acquired 10/19, Due 10/26)1,483,377 1,310,386 1,454,918 
1,483,377 1,310,386 1,454,918 
CSL DualCom (0.5%)*(3) (7) (9) (15)
Tele-communicationsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (GBP LIBOR + 5.5%, 5.6% Cash, Acquired 09/20, Due 09/27)3,776,936 3,339,563 3,646,170 
3,776,936 3,339,563 3,646,170 
Custom Alloy Corporation (4.8%)*(7) (23)
Manufacturer of Pipe Fittings & ForgingsSecond Lien Loan (15.0% PIK, Acquired 12/20, Due 04/22)39,391,300 31,434,257 31,434,257 
Revolver (15.0% PIK, Acquired 12/20, Due 04/21)3,745,808 3,228,308 3,228,308 
43,137,108 34,662,565 34,662,565 
Dart Buyer, Inc. (1.7%)*(3) (7) (9) (12)
Aerospace & DefenseFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 04/19, Due 04/25)12,310,907 12,092,929 12,188,061 
12,310,907 12,092,929 12,188,061 
Diamond Sports Group, LLC (0.1%)*(9) (10)
BroadcastingFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 3.25%, 3.4% Cash, Acquired 03/20, Due 08/26)989,975 790,536 872,208 
989,975 790,536 872,208 
Discovery Education, Inc. (3.7%)*(7) (9) (10)
PublishingFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 10/20, Due 10/26)27,000,000 26,538,991 26,527,500 
27,000,000 26,538,991 26,527,500 
Distinct Holdings, Inc. (1.0%)*(7) (9) (10)
Systems SoftwareFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 04/19, Due 12/23)7,516,792 7,453,665 7,475,638 
7,516,792 7,453,665 7,475,638 
DreamStart Bidco SAS (d/b/a SmartTrade) (0.3%)*(3) (7) (9) (19)
Diversified Financial ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 4.5%, 4.5% Cash, 1.8% PIK, Acquired 03/20, Due 03/27)2,232,173 1,939,189 2,176,655 
2,232,173 1,939,189 2,176,655 
Dukane IAS, LLC (0.6%)*(7) (23)
Welding Equipment ManufacturerSecond Lien Note (10.5% Cash, 2.5% PIK, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/24)4,604,374 4,604,374 4,604,374 
4,604,374 4,604,374 4,604,374 
Envision Healthcare Corp.
(0.4%)*(9) (10)
Health Care ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 3.75%, 3.9% Cash, Acquired 03/20, Due 10/25)3,156,772 2,259,339 2,623,688 
3,156,772 2,259,339 2,623,688 
Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
AVSC Holding Corp. (1.6%)*Advertising
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 3.25%, 4.3% Cash, 0.25% PIK, Acquired 08/18, Due 03/25)(8) (10)
$4,867 $4,405 $4,458 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.5%, 5.5% Cash, 1.0% PIK, Acquired 08/18, Due 10/26)(8) (10)
748 693 693 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (5.0% Cash, 10.0% PIK, Acquired 11/20, Due 10/26)5,514 5,399 6,404 
11,129 10,497 11,555 
Azalea Buyer, Inc. (0.8%)*(7)
Technology
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 11/27)(10)
4,606 4,496 4,494 
Subordinated Term Loan (12.0% PIK, Acquired 11/21, Due 05/28)1,260 1,235 1,234 
Common Stock (192,307.7 shares, Acquired 11/21)192 192 
Revolver (LIBOR + 5.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 11/27)(10)
— (9)(10)
5,866 5,914 5,910 
Bariacum S.A. (0.8%)*(3) (7) (8) (14)
Consumer ProductsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.5%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 11/28)6,482 6,236 6,244 
6,482 6,236 6,244 
BDP International, Inc. (f/k/a BDP Buyer, LLC) (2.0%)*(7) (8) (9)
Air Freight & LogisticsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 12/18, Due 12/24)14,849 14,643 14,626 
14,849 14,643 14,626 
Benify (Bennevis AB)
(0.2%)*(3) (7) (8) (18)
High Tech IndustriesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (STIBOR + 5.25%, 5.3% Cash, Acquired 07/19, Due 07/26)1,286 1,222 1,286 
1,286 1,222 1,286 
Beyond Risk Management, Inc.
(0.3%)*(7) (8) (10)
Other FinancialFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.5%, 5.3% Cash, Acquired 10/21, Due 09/27)2,427 2,336 2,327 
2,427 2,336 2,327 
Bidwax (1.0%)*(3) (7) (8) (14)
Non-durable Consumer GoodsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 6.5%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 02/21, Due 02/28)7,960 8,062 7,741 
7,960 8,062 7,741 
BigHand UK Bidco Limited (0.1%)*(3) (7) (8) (13)
High Tech IndustriesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (GBP LIBOR + 5.25%, 5.4% Cash, Acquired 01/21, Due 01/28)909 880 878 
909 880 878 
Black Diamond Equipment Rentals LLC (1.5%)*(7) (25)
Equipment RentalSecond Lien Loan (12.5% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 06/22)10,000 10,000 10,000 
Warrant (4.17 units, Acquired 12/20)1,010 864 
10,000 11,010 10,864 
Bounteous, Inc. (0.6%)*(7) (8) (10)
TechnologyFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 08/21, Due 08/27)4,911 4,752 4,756 
4,911 4,752 4,756 
Brightline Trains Florida LLC (0.7%)*(7)
TransportationSenior Secured Note (8.0% Cash, Acquired 08/21, Due 01/28)5,000 5,000 5,005 
5,000 5,000 5,005 
Brightpay Limited (0.3%)*(3) (7) (8) (14)
TechnologyFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.25%, 5.3% Cash, Acquired 10/21, Due 10/28)1,918 1,883 1,862 
1,918 1,883 1,862 
BrightSign LLC (1.9%)*(7)
Media & Entertainment
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 10/21, Due 10/27)(8) (10)
12,811 12,687 12,683 
LLC units (1,107,492.71 units, Acquired 10/21)1,107 1,135 
Revolver (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 10/21, Due 10/27)(8) (10)
— (13)(13)
12,811 13,781 13,805 
British Airways 2020-1 Class B Pass Through Trust (0.1%)*AirlinesStructured Secured Note - Class B (8.4% Cash, Acquired 11/20, Due 11/28)810 810 916 
810 810 916 
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(Amounts in thousands, except share amounts)
Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
Exeter Property Group, LLC (2.6%)*(7) (9) (10)
Real EstateFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.5%, 4.7% Cash, Acquired 02/19, Due 08/24)$19,363,647 $19,100,177 $18,976,374 
19,363,647 19,100,177 18,976,374 
F24 (Stairway BidCo Gmbh) (0.3%)*(3) (7) (9) (18)
Software ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 6.5%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 08/20, Due 08/27)1,855,625 1,734,062 1,805,715 
1,855,625 1,734,062 1,805,715 
FitzMark Buyer, LLC (0.5%)*(7) (9) (10)
Cargo & TransportationFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/26)3,529,412 3,429,854 3,429,412 
3,529,412 3,429,854 3,429,412 
Foundation Risk Partners, Corp.
(1.4%)*(7) (9) (12)
Financial ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 09/20, Due 11/23)8,789,777 8,575,855 8,576,718 
Second Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 8.50%, 9.5% Cash, Acquired 09/20, Due 11/24)1,722,222 1,588,593 1,602,355 
10,511,999 10,164,448 10,179,073 
GoldenTree Loan Opportunities IX, Limited: Series 2014-9A (0.2%)*(3) (9) (12)
Structured FinanceStructured Secured Note - Class DR2 (LIBOR + 3.0%, 3.2% Cash, Acquired 03/20, Due 10/29)1,250,000 916,935 1,231,963 
1,250,000 916,935 1,231,963 
GTM Intermediate Holdings, Inc. (0.9%)*(7) (23)
Medical Equipment ManufacturerSecond Lien Loan (11.0% Cash, 1.0% PIK, Acquired 12/20, Due 11/24)5,115,750 5,064,593 5,064,593 
Common Stock (2 shares, Acquired 12/20)1,078,778 1,078,778 
5,115,750 6,143,371 6,143,371 
Gulf Finance, LLC (0.1%)*(9) (10)
Oil & Gas Exploration & ProductionFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 10/18, Due 08/23)1,048,305 944,246 788,105 
1,048,305 944,246 788,105 
Hawaiian Airlines 2020-1 Class B Pass Through Certificates (1.1%)*AirlinesStructured Secured Note - Class B (11.3% Cash, Acquired 08/20, Due 09/25)7,500,000 7,500,000 7,738,286 
7,500,000 7,500,000 7,738,286 
Heartland, LLC (1.2%)*(7) (9) (12)
Commercial Services & SuppliesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 08/19, Due 08/25)8,831,018 8,667,194 8,582,892 
8,831,018 8,667,194 8,582,892 
Heilbron (f/k/a Sucsez (Bolt Bidco B.V.)) (1.6%)*(3) (7) (9)
Insurance
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.25%, 5.3% Cash, Acquired 09/19, Due 09/26)(19)
10,413,655 9,216,174 10,266,128 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 6.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 07/20, Due 09/26) (18)
1,092,757 820,169 1,092,757 
11,506,412 10,036,343 11,358,885 
Highbridge Loan Management Ltd: Series 2014A-19 (0.1%)*(3) (9) (12)
Structured FinanceStructured Secured Note - Class E (LIBOR + 6.75%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 03/20, Due 07/30)1,000,000 833,749 978,180 
1,000,000 833,749 978,180 
Highpoint Global LLC (0.7%)*(7) (23)
Government ServicesSecond Lien Note (12.0% Cash, 2.0% PIK, Acquired 12/20, Due 09/22)5,307,799 5,286,568 5,286,568 
5,307,799 5,286,568 5,286,568 
Holley Performance Products (Holley Purchaser, Inc.) (2.4%)*(7) (9) (12)
Automotive Parts & EquipmentFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 5.2% Cash, Acquired 10/18, Due 10/25)16,936,387 16,754,221 16,936,387 
16,936,387 16,754,221 16,936,387 
HTI Technology & Industries (1.70%)* (7) (23)
Electronic Component ManufacturingSecond Lien Note (12.0% Cash, 4.8% PIK, Acquired 12/20, Due 09/24)12,619,964 12,115,165 12,115,165 
12,619,964 12,115,165 12,115,165 
HW Holdco, LLC (Hanley Wood LLC) (1.0%)*(7) (9) (12)
AdvertisingFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.5%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 12/18, Due 12/24)7,527,218 7,396,115 7,527,218 
7,527,218 7,396,115 7,527,218 
Hyperion Materials & Technologies, Inc. (1.9%)*(7) (9) (12)
Industrial MachineryFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 08/19, Due 08/26)13,855,795 13,643,767 13,700,560 
13,855,795 13,643,767 13,700,560 
IGL Holdings III Corp. (1.9%)*(7) (9) (12)
Commercial PrintingFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 11/20, Due 11/26)14,025,147 13,635,887 13,626,360 
14,025,147 13,635,887 13,626,360 
IM Analytics Holding, LLC (d/b/a NVT) (1.0%)*(7) (9) (12)
Electronic Instruments & ComponentsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 7.0%, 8.0% Cash, Acquired 11/19, Due 11/23)8,209,191 8,147,872 6,982,738 
Warrant (68,950 units, Acquired 11/19)— — 
8,209,191 8,147,872 6,982,738 
Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
British Engineering Services Holdco Limited (2.1%)*(3) (7) (8) (17)
Commercial Services & SuppliesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (SONIA + 6.75%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/27)$15,530 $15,081 $15,406 
Revolver (SONIA + 6.75%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 06/22)— (2)(5)
15,530 15,079 15,401 
Brown Machine Group Holdings, LLC (0.9%)*(7) (8) (9)
Industrial EquipmentFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 10/18, Due 10/24)6,634 6,587 6,634 
6,634 6,587 6,634 
Cadent, LLC (f/k/a Cross MediaWorks) (0.9%)*(7) (8) (9)
Media & EntertainmentFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 09/18, Due 09/23)6,913 6,888 6,913 
6,913 6,888 6,913 
CAi Software, LLC (1.2%)*(7) (8) (10)
TechnologyFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.25%, 7.3% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/28)9,057 8,877 8,876 
Revolver (LIBOR + 6.25%, 7.3% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/28)— (19)(19)
9,057 8,858 8,857 
Canadian Orthodontic Partners Corp.(0.2%)*(3) (7) (8) (21)
HealthcareFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (CDOR + 6.5%, 7.5% Cash, Acquired 06/21, Due 03/26)1,640 1,697 1,625 
1,640 1,697 1,625 
Carlson Travel, Inc (1.2%)*Business Travel ManagementFirst Lien Senior Secured Note (8.5% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 11/26)6,050 5,654 6,161 
Common Stock (94,155 shares, Acquired 11/21)1,655 3,084 
6,050 7,309 9,245 
Centralis Finco S.a.r.l. (0.1%)*(3) (7) (8) (14)
Diversified Financial ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.25%, 5.3% Cash, Acquired 05/20, Due 05/27)807 739 807 
807 739 807 
Ceres Pharma NV (0.6%)*(3) (7) (8) (15)
PharmaceuticalsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.5%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 10/21, Due 10/28)4,556 4,444 4,355 
4,556 4,444 4,355 
Cineworld Group PLC
(0.5%)*(3)
Leisure ProductsSuper Senior Secured Term Loan (7.0% Cash, 8.3% PIK, Acquired 11/20, Due 05/24)1,786 1,591 2,128 
Super Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 8.25%, 9.3% Cash, Acquired 07/21, Due 05/24)(8) (11)
994 961 1,054 
Warrants (553,375 units, Acquired 12/20)102 244 
2,780 2,654 3,426 
Classic Collision (Summit Buyer, LLC) (1.7%)*(7) (8) (10)
Auto Collision Repair CentersFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 01/20, Due 01/26)12,587 12,384 12,448 
12,587 12,384 12,448 
CM Acquisitions Holdings Inc. (2.6%)*(7) (8) (10)
Internet & Direct MarketingFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 05/19, Due 05/25)19,106 18,897 19,106 
19,106 18,897 19,106 
CMT Opco Holding, LLC (Concept Machine) (0.6%)*(7)
Distributors
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 01/20, Due 01/25)(8) (10)
4,144 4,090 3,999 
LLC Units (8,782 units, Acquired 01/20)352 227 
4,144 4,442 4,226 
Coastal Marina Holdings, LLC (2.4%)*(7)
Other FinancialSubordinated Term Loan (10.0% PIK, Acquired 11/21, Due 11/31)17,608 15,965 15,966 
LLC Units (547,591 units, Acquired 11/21)1,643 1,643 
17,608 17,608 17,609 
Cobham Slip Rings SAS (0.6%)*(3) (7) (8) (10)
Diversified ManufacturingFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.25%, 6.4% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 11/28)4,303 4,199 4,196 
4,303 4,199 4,196 
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(Amounts in thousands, except share amounts)
Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
INOS 19-090 GmbH (1.7%)*(3) (7) (9) (18)
Aerospace & DefenseFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 6.1%, 6.1% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 10/27)$12,275,911 $11,888,699 $11,934,913 
12,275,911 11,888,699 11,934,913 
Institutional Shareholder Services, Inc. (0.7%)*(7) (9) (12)
Diversified Support ServicesSecond Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 8.5%, 8.7% Cash, Acquired 03/19, Due 03/27)4,951,685 4,830,132 4,951,685 
4,951,685 4,830,132 4,951,685 
International Precision Components (1.0%)*(7) (23)
Plastic Injection MoldingSecond Lien Loan (12.0% Cash, 2.0% PIK, Acquired 12/20, Due 10/24)7,000,000 6,895,000 6,895,000 
7,000,000 6,895,000 6,895,000 
ISS#2, LLC (d/b/a Industrial Services Solutions) (0.9%)*(7) (9) (12)
Commercial Services & SuppliesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 02/20, Due 02/26)6,819,551 6,700,432 6,300,583 
6,819,551 6,700,432 6,300,583 
Jade Bidco Limited (Jane's)
(1.7%)*(3) (7) (9)
Aerospace & Defense
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.5%, 4.8% Cash, 2.0% PIK, Acquired 11/19, Due 12/26)(13)
10,538,414 10,291,098 10,353,797 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 4.5%, 4.5% Cash, 2.0% PIK, Acquired 11/19, Due 12/26)(19)
2,057,007 1,813,166 2,020,971 
12,595,421 12,104,264 12,374,768 
Jedson Engineering, Inc. (0.4%)*(7) (8) (23)
Engineering & Construction ManagementFirst Lien Loan (12.0% Cash, 3.0% PIK, Acquired 12/20, Due 06/22)9,560,423 3,000,000 3,000,000 
9,560,423 3,000,000 3,000,000 
JetBlue 2019-1 Class B Pass Through Trust (0.7%)*AirlinesStructured Secured Note - Class B (8.0% Cash, Acquired 08/20, Due 11/27)4,721,693 4,721,693 5,048,044 
4,721,693 4,721,693 5,048,044 
Kano Laboratories LLC (1.4%)*(7) (9) (12)
Chemicals, Plastics & RubberFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 11/20, Due 09/26)9,873,095 9,589,856 9,584,754 
Partnership Equity (227.2 units, Acquired 11/20)227,198 227,200 
9,873,095 9,817,054 9,811,954 
Kenan Advantage Group Inc. (0.6%)* (9) (10)
TruckingFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 3.0%, 4.0% Cash, Acquired 08/18, Due 07/22)4,265,453 4,263,951 4,217,125 
4,265,453 4,263,951 4,217,125 
Kene Acquisition, Inc. (En Engineering) (1.0%)*(7) (9) (12)
Oil & Gas Equipment & ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.25%, 5.3% Cash, Acquired 08/19, Due 08/26)7,298,712 7,173,784 7,202,679 
7,298,712 7,173,784 7,202,679 
Kona Buyer, LLC (4.8%)*(7) (9) (12)
High Tech IndustriesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/27)35,000,000 34,132,135 34,125,000 
35,000,000 34,132,135 34,125,000 
LAC Intermediate, LLC (f/k/a Lighthouse Autism Center) (1.3%)*(7) (9) (12)
Healthcare & PharmaceuticalsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 10/18, Due 10/24)9,218,032 9,083,136 8,987,581 
Class A LLC Units (154,320 units, Acquired 10/18)154,320 184,312 
9,218,032 9,237,456 9,171,893 
Learfield Communications, LLC (1.0%)*Broadcasting
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 3.25%, 4.3% Cash, Acquired 08/20, Due 12/23)(9)(10)
136,803 96,446 123,073 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 3.00%, 3.2% Cash, 10.0% PIK, Acquired 08/20, Due 12/23)(12)
7,181,368 7,117,163 7,133,468 
7,318,171 7,213,609 7,256,541 
Legal Solutions Holdings (1.3%)*(7) (23)
Business ServicesSenior Subordinated Loan (6.0% Cash, 10.0% PIK, Acquired 12/20, Due 03/22)10,398,126 9,597,471 9,597,471 
10,398,126 9,597,471 9,597,471 
MB2 Dental Solutions, LLC (1.0%)*(7) (9) (12)
Health Care ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.5%, 6.7% Cash, Acquired 09/19, Due 09/23)7,443,622 7,381,819 7,443,622 
7,443,622 7,381,819 7,443,622 
Media Recovery, Inc. (SpotSee) (1.3%)*(7) (9) (12)
Containers, Packaging & GlassFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.0%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 11/19, Due 11/25)9,179,626 8,873,020 9,018,983 
9,179,626 8,873,020 9,018,983 
Modern Star Holdings Bidco Pty Limited. (1.4%)*(3) (7) (9) (22)
Non-durable Consumer GoodsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (BBSY + 6.25%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/26)10,482,797 9,973,821 10,101,881 
10,482,797 9,973,821 10,101,881 
Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
Command Alkon (Project Potter Buyer, LLC) (1.9%)*(7)
Software
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 8.25%, 9.3% Cash, Acquired 04/20, Due 04/27)(8) (9)
$13,779 $13,290 $13,658 
Class A Units (90.384 units, Acquired 04/20)90 101 
Class B Units (33,324.69 units, Acquired 04/20)— 186 
13,779 13,380 13,945 
Contabo Finco S.À R.L (0.8%)*(3) (7) (8) (16)
Internet Software & ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (SONIA + 5.25%, 5.3% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 10/26)5,949 5,819 5,830 
5,949 5,819 5,830 
Coyo Uprising GmbH (0.6%)*(3) (7)
Technology
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 6.5%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 09/21, Due 09/28)(8) (14)
4,062 4,050 3,938 
Class A Units (440.0 units, Acquired 09/21)205 587 
Class B Units (191.0 units, Acquired 09/21)446 252 
4,062 4,701 4,777 
Crash Champions (1.9%)*(7) (8) (10)
AutomotiveFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 05/21, Due 08/25)14,567 14,040 13,968 
14,567 14,040 13,968 
CSL DualCom (0.2%)*(3) (7) (8) (13)
Tele-communicationsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (GBP LIBOR + 5.5%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 09/20, Due 09/27)1,341 1,203 1,301 
1,341 1,203 1,301 
Custom Alloy Corporation (4.0%)*(7) (24) (25)
Manufacturer of Pipe Fittings & ForgingsSecond Lien Loan (15.0% PIK, Acquired 12/20, Due 04/22)45,000 37,043 27,450 
Revolver (15.0% PIK, Acquired 12/20, Due 04/22)4,255 3,738 2,596 
49,255 40,781 30,046 
CVL 3 (1.3%)*(3) (7) (8)
Capital Equipment
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.5%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/28)(14)
5,913 5,724 5,766 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (SOFR + 5.5%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/28)(22)
3,382 3,298 3,298 
6-Month Bridge Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.5%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 06/22)(14)
796 772 788 
10,091 9,794 9,852 
CW Group Holdings, LLC (0.4%)*(7)
High Tech Industries
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.0%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 01/21, Due 01/27)(8) (10)
2,817 2,762 2,774 
LLC Units (161,290.32 units, Acquired 01/21)161 112 
2,817 2,923 2,886 
Dart Buyer, Inc. (1.6%)*(3) (7) (8) (10)
Aerospace & DefenseFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 04/19, Due 04/25)12,217 12,047 11,734 
12,217 12,047 11,734 
DecksDirect, LLC (0.1%)*(7)
Building Materials
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.0%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/26)(8) (9)
727 713 713 
Revolver (LIBOR + 6.0%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/26)(8) (10)
— (4)(4)
LLC Units (1,280.8 units, Acquired 12/21)55 55 
727 764 764 
Discovery Education, Inc. (1.6%)*(7) (8) (10)
PublishingFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 10/20, Due 10/26)11,815 11,626 11,815 
11,815 11,626 11,815 
Distinct Holdings, Inc. (0.9%)*(7) (8) (9)
Systems SoftwareFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 04/19, Due 12/23)6,880 6,841 6,715 
6,880 6,841 6,715 
Dragon Bidco (0.4%)*(3) (7) (8) (15)
TechnologyFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 6.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 04/21, Due 04/28)2,729 2,812 2,676 
2,729 2,812 2,676 
DreamStart Bidco SAS (d/b/a SmartTrade) (0.3%)*(3) (7) (8) (15)
Diversified Financial ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.25%, 5.3% Cash, Acquired 03/20, Due 03/27)2,418 2,295 2,385 
2,418 2,295 2,385 
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(Amounts in thousands, except share amounts)
Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
MSG National Properties (0.3%)*(3) (7) (9) (12)
Hotel, Gaming, & LeisureFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.25%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 11/20, Due 11/25)$2,461,759 $2,389,417 $2,474,068 
2,461,759 2,389,417 2,474,068 
Murphy Midco Limited (1.3%)*(3) (7) (9) (16)
Media, Diversified & ProductionFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (GBP LIBOR + 5.50%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 11/20, Due 11/27)9,904,416 9,228,222 9,508,239 
9,904,416 9,228,222 9,508,239 
Music Reports, Inc. (0.8%)*(7) (9) (10)
Media & EntertainmentFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.25%, 7.3% Cash, Acquired 08/20, Due 08/26)5,592,972 5,459,912 5,469,461 
5,592,972 5,459,912 5,469,461 
Neuberger Berman CLO Ltd: Series 2020-36A (0.3%)*(3) (9) (12)
Structured FinanceStructured Secured Note - Class E (LIBOR + 7.81%, 8.0% Cash, Acquired 03/20, Due 04/33)2,500,000 2,476,562 2,501,790 
2,500,000 2,476,562 2,501,790 
NGS US Finco, LLC (f/k/a Dresser Natural Gas Solutions) (1.6%)*(7) (9) (10)
Energy Equipment & ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.25%, 5.3% Cash, Acquired 10/18, Due 10/25)11,855,804 11,813,315 11,645,956 
11,855,804 11,813,315 11,645,956 
Omni Intermediate Holdings, LLC (1.4%)*(7) (9) (10)
TransportationFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/26)10,000,000 9,700,263 9,700,000 
10,000,000 9,700,263 9,700,000 
Options Technology Ltd.
(1.3%)*(3) (7) (9) (12)
Computer ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.5%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 12/19, Due 12/25)9,796,552 9,583,342 9,633,049 
9,796,552 9,583,342 9,633,049 
Pacific Health Supplies Bidco Pty Limited (2.5%)*(3) (7) (9) (21)
Healthcare & PharmaceuticalsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (BBSY + 6.0%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/25)18,489,367 17,237,355 17,919,335 
18,489,367 17,237,355 17,919,335 
Pare SAS (SAS Maurice MARLE) (0.7%)*(3) (7) (9) (19)
Health Care EquipmentFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.25%, 5.3% Cash, 1.5% PIK, Acquired 12/19, Due 12/26)4,817,430 4,305,403 4,683,024 
4,817,430 4,305,403 4,683,024 
Patriot New Midco 1 Limited (Forensic Risk Alliance) (1.2%)*(3) (7) (9)
Diversified Financial Services
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 02/20, Due 02/27)(12)
4,489,471 4,372,581 4,388,907 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 02/20, Due 02/27) (18)
4,126,940 3,579,755 4,034,496 
8,616,411 7,952,336 8,423,403 
PerTronix, LLC (1.1%)*(7) (9) (13)
AutomotiveFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 10/20, Due 10/26)8,308,515 8,186,879 8,183,887 
8,308,515 8,186,879 8,183,887 
Playtika Holding Corp. (0.5%)*(9) (12)
Leisure, Amusement & EntertainmentFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.0%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 03/20, Due 12/24)3,800,000 3,536,230 3,818,582 
3,800,000 3,536,230 3,818,582 
Premier Technical Services Group (Project Graphite) (0.4%)*(3) (7) (9) (15)
Construction & EngineeringFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (GBP LIBOR + 6.75%, 7.3% Cash, Acquired 08/19, Due 06/26)3,108,900 2,681,906 3,039,998 
3,108,900 2,681,906 3,039,998 
Premium Franchise Brands, LLC (3.4%)*(7) (9) (12)
Research & Consulting ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.25%, 7.3% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/26)25,000,000 24,501,666 24,500,000 
25,000,000 24,501,666 24,500,000 
Process Equipment, Inc. (ProcessBarron) (0.8%)*(7) (9) (12)
Industrial Air & Material Handling EquipmentFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 03/19, Due 03/25)6,173,594 6,090,812 5,612,414 
6,173,594 6,090,812 5,612,414 
Professional Datasolutions, Inc. (PDI) (2.3%)*(7) (9) (12)
Application SoftwareFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.5%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 03/19, Due 10/24)16,924,678 16,905,254 16,628,496 
16,924,678 16,905,254 16,628,496 
PSC UK Pty Ltd. (0.4%)*(3) (7) (9) (15)
Insurance ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (GBP LIBOR + 6.0%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 11/19, Due 10/24)2,684,817 2,439,292 2,614,299 
2,684,817 2,439,292 2,614,299 
Questel Unite (3.1%)*(3) (7) (9) (18)
Business Services
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 6.25%, 7.3% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/27)
22,451,369 21,728,443 21,905,058 
22,451,369 21,728,443 21,905,058 
Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
Dune Group (0.2%)*(3) (7) (8)
Health Care Equipment
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 09/21, Due 09/28)(10)
$1,230 $1,205 $1,202 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 09/21, Due 09/28)(14)
131 105 113 
1,361 1,310 1,315 
Dwyer Instruments, Inc. (0.6%)*(7) (8) (10)
Electric
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.50%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 07/21, Due 07/27)4,563 4,452 4,516 
4,563 4,452 4,516 
Echo Global Logistics, Inc. (2.0%)*(7)
Air Transportation
Second Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 7.25%, 8.0% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 11/29)(8) (10)
14,469 14,210 14,216 
Partnership Equity (530.92 units, Acquired 11/21)531 531 
14,469 14,741 14,747 
Ellkay, LLC (0.7%)*(7) (8) (10)
Healthcare & PharmaceuticalsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 09/21, Due 09/27)4,988 4,892 4,898 
4,988 4,892 4,898 
EMI Porta Holdco LLC (1.2%)*(7) (8) (10)
Diversified ManufacturingFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/27)9,576 9,141 9,136 
Revolver (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/27)— (59)(59)
9,576 9,082 9,077 
Entact Environmental Services, Inc. (0.8%)*(7) (8) (10)
Environmental IndustriesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 02/21, Due 12/25)5,705 5,657 5,631 
5,705 5,657 5,631 
EPS NASS Parent, Inc. (0.8%)*(7) (8) (10)
Electrical Components & EquipmentFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 04/21, Due 04/28)5,813 5,695 5,715 
5,813 5,695 5,715 
Eshipping, LLC (0.8%)*(7) (8)
Transportation Services
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 11/27)(9)
5,965 5,799 5,795 
Revolver (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 12/27)(10)
255 226 225 
6,220 6,025 6,020 
F24 (Stairway BidCo Gmbh) (0.2%)*(3) (7) (8) (14)
Software ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 6.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 08/20, Due 08/27)1,621 1,649 1,621 
1,621 1,649 1,621 
Ferrellgas L.P. (0.4%)*(3) (7)
Oil & Gas Equipment & ServicesOpCo Preferred Units (2,886 units, Acquired 03/21)2,799 3,146 
2,799 3,146 
Fineline Technologies, Inc. (0.2%)*(7) (8) (10)
Consumer ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 02/21, Due 02/28)1,306 1,283 1,306 
1,306 1,283 1,306 
FitzMark Buyer, LLC (0.6%)*(7) (8) (10)
Cargo & TransportationFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.5%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/26)4,269 4,197 4,184 
4,269 4,197 4,184 
Flexential Issuer, LLC (2.1%)*Information TechnologyStructured Secured Note - Class C (6.9% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 11/51)16,000 14,817 15,609 
16,000 14,817 15,609 
FragilePak LLC (0.7%)*(7)
Transportation Services
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 05/21, Due 05/27)(8) (9)
4,697 4,519 4,541 
Partnership Units (937.5 units, Acquired 05/21)938 926 
4,697 5,457 5,467 
Front Line Power Construction LLC (0.5%)*Construction Machinery
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 12.5%, 13.5% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 11/28)(7) (8) (10)
4,000 3,872 3,880 
Common Stock (50,848 shares, Acquired 11/21)130 111 
4,000 4,002 3,991 
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(Amounts in thousands, except share amounts)
Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
Radwell International, LLC (1.9%)*(7) (9) (12)
WholesaleFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/26)$14,264,053 $13,916,962 $13,914,053 
14,264,053 13,916,962 13,914,053 
Recovery Point Systems, Inc.
(1.6%)*(7) (9) (10)
TechnologyFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.5%, 7.5% Cash, Acquired 03/20, Due 07/26)11,795,776 11,572,084 11,766,287 
11,795,776 11,572,084 11,766,287 
REP SEKO MERGER SUB LLC
(1.2%)* (7) (9) (10)
Air Freight & LogisticsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/26)8,545,455 8,290,487 8,345,456 
8,545,455 8,290,487 8,345,456 
RPX Corporation (2.4%)*(7) (9) (12)
Research & Consulting ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.0%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 10/20, Due 10/25)17,500,000 17,110,715 17,106,250 
17,500,000 17,110,715 17,106,250 
RR Ltd: Series 2019-6A
(0.3%)*(3) (12)
Structured FinanceStructured Secured Note - Class D (LIBOR + 6.75%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 03/20, Due 04/30)2,000,000 1,661,539 2,000,124 
2,000,000 1,661,539 2,000,124 
Ruffalo Noel Levitz, LLC
(1.3%)*(7) (9) (12)
Media ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.0%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 01/19, Due 05/22)9,616,736 9,552,719 9,567,718 
9,616,736 9,552,719 9,567,718 
Safety Products Holdings, LLC (2.5%)* (9) (12)
Non-durable Consumer Goods
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.0%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/26)(7)
18,108,567 17,559,056 17,555,609 
Common Stock (424.1 units, Acquired 12/20)424,088 424,090 
18,108,567 17,983,144 17,979,699 
Scaled Agile, Inc. (0.7%)*(7) (9) (10)
Research & Consulting ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 06/19, Due 06/24)4,845,720 4,807,839 4,797,263 
4,845,720 4,807,839 4,797,263 
Serta Simmons Bedding LLC
(1.5%)*(9) (10)
Home FurnishingsSuper Priority First Out (LIBOR + 7.5%, 8.5% Cash, Acquired 6/20, Due 08/23)7,424,499 7,234,063 7,498,744 
Super Priority Second Out (LIBOR + 7.5%, 8.5% Cash, Acquired 6/20, Due 08/23)3,643,817 3,379,870 3,272,913 
11,068,316 10,613,933 10,771,657 
SISU ACQUISITIONCO., INC. (2.2%)*(7) (9) (12)
Aerospace & DefenseFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/26)16,132,835 15,811,282 15,810,178 
16,132,835 15,811,282 15,810,178 
SMA Holdings, Inc. (1.0%)*(7) (23)
ConsultingFirst Lien Loan (11.0% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 06/24)7,000,000 6,720,000 6,720,000 
Warrants (2.0 units, Acquired 12/20)286,781 286,781 
7,000,000 7,006,781 7,006,781 
Smile Brands Group Inc.
(2.1%)*(7) (9) (12)
Health Care ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.17%, 5.4% Cash, Acquired 10/18, Due 10/24)5,880,607 5,842,184 5,824,154 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 10/24)9,310,993 9,030,258 9,024,500 
15,191,600 14,872,442 14,848,654 
SN BUYER, LLC (4.8%)*(7) (9) (12)
Health Care ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.25%, 7.3% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 11/26)35,000,000 34,304,393 34,300,000 
35,000,000 34,304,393 34,300,000 
Springbrook Software (SBRK Intermediate, Inc.) (1.3%)*(7) (9) (12)
Enterprise Software & ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 12/19, Due 12/26)9,349,719 9,152,983 9,201,599 
9,349,719 9,152,983 9,201,599 
SSCP Pegasus Midco Limited (2.3%)*(3) (7) (9) (16)
Healthcare & PharmaceuticalsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (GBP LIBOR + 6.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 11/27)17,664,989 16,498,614 16,733,353 
17,664,989 16,498,614 16,733,353 
Syniverse Holdings, Inc. (2.2%)*(9) (12)
Technology DistributorsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 08/18, Due 03/23)17,480,454 16,048,735 15,749,365 
17,480,454 16,048,735 15,749,365 
Team Health Holdings, Inc. (0.8%)*(9) (10)
Health Care ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 2.75%, 3.8% Cash, Acquired 09/18, Due 02/24)6,822,785 6,659,174 6,058,906 
6,822,785 6,659,174 6,058,906 
Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
FSS Buyer LLC (0.9%)*(7)
Technology
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 08/21, Due 08/28)(8) (10)
$6,913 $6,773 $6,790 
LP Interest (1,160.9 units, Acquired 08/21)12 30 
LP Units (5,104.32 units, Acquired 08/21)51 132 
6,913 6,836 6,952 
GTM Intermediate Holdings, Inc. (2.0%)*(7) (25)
Medical Equipment ManufacturerSecond Lien Loan (11.0% Cash, 1.0% PIK, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/24)11,500 11,449 11,500 
Series A Preferred Units (1,434,472.41 units)2,166 2,290 
Series C Preferred Units (715,649.59 units)1,081 1,184 
11,500 14,696 14,974 
Gulf Finance, LLC (0.1%)*(8) (9)
Oil & Gas Exploration & ProductionFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.75%, 7.8% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 08/26)832 799 774 
832 799 774 
Hawaiian Airlines 2020-1 Class B Pass Through Certificates (1.0%)*AirlinesStructured Secured Note - Class B (11.3% Cash, Acquired 08/20, Due 09/25)6,093 6,093 7,213 
6,093 6,093 7,213 
Heartland Veterinary Partners, LLC (1.2%)*(7)
HealthcareSubordinated Term Loan (11.0% PIK, Acquired 11/21, Due 11/28)9,343 9,096 9,093 
9,343 9,096 9,093 
Heartland, LLC (1.9%)*(7) (8) (10)
Business ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 08/19, Due 08/25)14,075 13,976 13,794 
14,075 13,976 13,794 
Heavy Construction Systems Specialists, LLC (1.0%)*(7) (8) (10)
TechnologyFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 11/27)7,368 7,199 7,221 
Revolver (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 11/27)— (54)(53)
7,368 7,145 7,168 
Heilbron (f/k/a Sucsez (Bolt Bidco B.V.)) (1.2%)*(3) (7) (8) (15)
InsuranceFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.0%, 5.0% Cash, Acquired 09/19, Due 09/26)8,789 9,380 8,612 
8,789 9,380 8,612 
Highpoint Global LLC (0.7%)*(7) (25)
Government ServicesSecond Lien Note (12.0% Cash, 2.0% PIK, Acquired 12/20, Due 09/22)5,416 5,395 5,416 
5,416 5,395 5,416 
Home Care Assistance, LLC (0.5%)*(7) (8) (10)
Healthcare & PharmaceuticalsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 03/21, Due 03/27)3,830 3,762 3,753 
3,830 3,762 3,753 
HTI Technology & Industries (3.0%)* (7) (25)
Electronic Component ManufacturingSecond Lien Note (12.0% Cash, 4.8% PIK, Acquired 12/20, Due 09/24)22,746 22,096 22,215 
22,746 22,096 22,215 
HW Holdco, LLC (Hanley Wood LLC) (1.8%)*(7) (8) (9)
AdvertisingFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 12/18, Due 12/24)13,437 13,189 13,137 
13,437 13,189 13,137 
IGL Holdings III Corp. (0.6%)*(7) (8) (10)
Commercial PrintingFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 11/20, Due 11/26)4,324 4,231 4,268 
4,324 4,231 4,268 
IM Analytics Holding, LLC (d/b/a NVT) (0.9%)*(7) (8)
Electronic Instruments & Components
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 7.0%, 8.0% Cash, Acquired 11/19, Due 11/23)(10)
8,126 8,085 6,603 
Warrant (68,950 units, Acquired 11/19)— — 
8,126 8,085 6,603 
IM Square (0.9%)*(3) (7) (8) (15)
Banking, Finance, Insurance & Real EstateFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.25%, 5.3% Cash, Acquired 05/21, Due 04/28)7,051 7,232 6,938 
7,051 7,232 6,938 
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(Amounts in thousands, except share amounts)
Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
The Hilb Group, LLC
(2.1%)*(7) (9)
Insurance Brokerage
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 12/19, Due 12/26)(11)
$11,667,719 $11,413,365 $11,541,707 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.0%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 12/19, Due 12/26)(12)
3,602,001 3,374,934 3,373,303 
15,269,720 14,788,299 14,915,010 
Total Safety U.S. Inc. (0.9%)* (12)
Diversified Support ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.0%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 11/19, Due 08/25)6,857,482 6,611,003 6,576,325 
6,857,482 6,611,003 6,576,325 
Transit Technologies LLC
(0.7%)*(7) (9) (12)
SoftwareFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.0% Cash, Acquired 02/20, Due 02/25)6,035,305 5,859,123 5,221,746 
6,035,305 5,859,123 5,221,746 
Transportation Insight, LLC (3.3%)*(7) (9) (12)
Air Freight & LogisticsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.5%, 4.6% Cash, Acquired 08/18, Due 12/24)24,506,875 24,346,335 23,899,105 
24,506,875 24,346,335 23,899,105 
Truck-Lite Co., LLC (3.0%)*(7) (9) (12)
Automotive Parts & EquipmentFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.25%, 7.3% Cash, Acquired 12/19, Due 12/26)22,352,885 21,960,470 21,791,827 
22,352,885 21,960,470 21,791,827 
Trystar, LLC (2.5%)*(7) (9) (12)
Power Distribution SolutionsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 09/18, Due 09/23)17,596,398 17,384,658 17,288,461 
Class A LLC Units (384.5 units, Acquired 09/18)395,995 339,474 
17,596,398 17,780,653 17,627,935 
Tuf-Tug, Inc. (0.1%)*(7) (23)
Safety Equipment ManufacturerCommon Stock (24.6 shares, Acquired 12/20)385,047 $385,047 
385,047 385,047 
Turf Products, LLC (1.2%)*(7) (23)
Landscaping & Irrigation Equipment DistributorSenior Subordinated Debt (10.0% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 10/23)8,697,056 8,383,962 8,383,962 
8,697,056 8,383,962 8,383,962 
U.S. Gas & Electric, Inc. (0.2%)*(7) (23)
Energy ServicesSecond Lien Loan (9.5% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 07/25)2,285,250 1,785,250 1,785,250 
Second Lien Loan (9.5% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 07/25)(24)
2,485,469 — — 
4,770,719 1,785,250 1,785,250 
U.S. Silica Company (0.2%)*(3) (9) (10)
Metal & Glass ContainersFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.0%, 5.0% Cash, Acquired 08/18, Due 05/25)1,487,525 1,490,312 1,299,724 
1,487,525 1,490,312 1,299,724 
UKFast Leaders Limited (3.3%)*(3) (7) (9) (14)
TechnologyFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (GBP LIBOR + 6.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 09/20, Due 9/27)24,226,278 22,140,865 23,625,466 
24,226,278 22,140,865 23,625,466 
USF Holdings LLC (U.S. Farathane, LLC) (0.4%)*(9) (12)
Auto Parts & EquipmentFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 3.5%, 4.5% Cash, Acquired 08/18, Due 12/21)3,088,580 3,092,541 2,849,214 
3,088,580 3,092,541 2,849,214 
USLS Acquisition, Inc. (f/k/a US Legal Support, Inc.) (2.1%)*(7) (9) (12)
Legal ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 11/18, Due 11/24)16,388,428 16,165,710 15,226,488 
16,388,428 16,165,710 15,226,488 
Utac Ceram (0.2%)*(3) (7) (9) (18)
Business ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 09/20, Due 09/27)1,713,064 1,524,242 1,651,143 
1,713,064 1,524,242 1,651,143 
Validity, Inc. (0.6%)*(7) (9) (10)
IT Consulting & Other ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 4.9% Cash, Acquired 07/19, Due 05/25)5,025,862 4,896,882 4,586,098 
5,025,862 4,896,882 4,586,098 
W2O Holdings, Inc. (0.0%)* (7) (9)
Healthcare TechnologyUndrawn Delayed Draw Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 5.0% Cash, Acquired 10/20, Due 06/25)— (115,981)(104,214)
— (115,981)(104,214)
Winebow Group, LLC, (The) (2.1%)*(9) (10)
Consumer GoodsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 3.75%, 4.8% Cash, Acquired 11/19, Due 07/21)10,599,445 10,113,510 9,690,543 
Second Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 7.5%, 8.5% Cash, Acquired 10/19, Due 01/22)
7,141,980 4,813,864 5,713,584 
17,741,425 14,927,374 15,404,127 
Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
Infoniqa Holdings GmbH (1.2%)*(3) (7) (8) (14)
TechnologyFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.25%, 5.3% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 11/28)$9,243 $8,947 $8,989 
9,243 8,947 8,989 
Innovad Group II BV (0.8%)*(3) (7) (8) (14)
Beverage, Food & TobaccoFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 04/21, Due 04/28)6,256 6,321 5,876 
6,256 6,321 5,876 
INOS 19-090 GmbH (0.7%)*(3) (7) (8) (14)
Aerospace & DefenseFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 6.13%, 6.1% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/27)5,271 5,495 5,263 
5,271 5,495 5,263 
ISS#2, LLC (d/b/a Industrial Services Solutions) (0.9%)*(7) (8) (10)
Commercial Services & SuppliesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 02/20, Due 02/26)6,737 6,639 6,407 
6,737 6,639 6,407 
ITI Intermodal, Inc. (0.1%)*(7) (8)
Transportation Services
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/27)(9)
721 705 705 
Revolver (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/27)(10)
— (2)(2)
721 703 703 
Jade Bidco Limited (Jane's)
(0.3%)*(3) (7) (8) (11)
Aerospace & DefenseFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.5%, 4.5% Cash, 2.0% PIK, Acquired 11/19, Due 12/26)2,315 2,257 2,315 
2,315 2,257 2,315 
Jaguar Merger Sub Inc. (0.3%)*(7) (8) (10)
Other FinancialFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 09/24)2,543 2,487 2,486 
Revolver (LIBOR + 5.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 09/24)(6)(6)
2,543 2,481 2,480 
Jedson Engineering, Inc. (0.4%)*(7) (25)
Engineering & Construction ManagementFirst Lien Loan (12.0% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 06/24)2,650 2,650 2,650 
2,650 2,650 2,650 
JetBlue 2019-1 Class B Pass Through Trust (0.6%)*AirlinesStructured Secured Note - Class B (8.0% Cash, Acquired 08/20, Due 11/27)4,165 4,165 4,805 
4,165 4,165 4,805 
JF Acquisition, LLC (0.5%)*(7) (8) (10)
AutomotiveFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 05/21, Due 07/24)3,866 3,763 3,711 
3,866 3,763 3,711 
Kano Laboratories LLC (1.2%)*(7)
Chemicals, Plastics & Rubber
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 11/20, Due 11/26)(8) (11)
9,002 8,773 8,728 
Partnership Equity (203.2 units, Acquired 11/20)203 205 
9,002 8,976 8,933 
Kene Acquisition, Inc. (En Engineering) (1.0%)*(7) (8) (9)
Oil & Gas Equipment & ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.25%, 5.3% Cash, Acquired 08/19, Due 08/26)7,225 7,125 7,080 
7,225 7,125 7,080 
Kid Distro Holdings, LLC (1.3%)*(7)
Media & Entertainment
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.0%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 10/21, Due 10/27)(8) (10)
9,362 9,168 9,174 
Partnership Equity (637,677.11 units, Acquired 10/21)638 638 
9,362 9,806 9,812 
Kona Buyer, LLC (1.2%)*(7) (8) (10)
High Tech IndustriesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/27)8,994 8,785 8,994 
8,994 8,785 8,994 
LAF International (0.2%)*(3) (7) (8) (15)
Healthcare & PharmaceuticalsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 6.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 03/21, Due 03/28)1,478 1,543 1,446 
1,478 1,543 1,446 
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(Amounts in thousands, except share amounts)
Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
World 50, Inc. (1.7%)*(7) (9) (10)
Professional ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 01/20, Due 01/26)$3,313,191 $3,218,141 $3,313,191 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 09/20, Due 01/26)9,100,607 8,905,025 8,940,436 
12,413,798 12,123,166 12,253,627 
Subtotal Non–Control / Non–Affiliate Investments (184.7%)1,378,776,392 1,318,614,617 1,325,783,281 
Affiliate Investment: (4)
Advantage Insurance, Inc. (0.8%)*(7) (23)
Banking, Finance, Insurance, & Real EstatePreferred Stock (587,001 shares, Acquired 12/20)5,946,641 5,946,641 
5,946,641 5,946,641 
Jocassee Partners LLC (3.2%)*(3)
Investment Funds & Vehicles9.1% Member Interest, Acquired 06/1920,158,270 22,623,820 
20,158,270 22,623,820 
JSC Tekers Holdings (0.7%)*(3) (7) (23)
Real Estate ManagementPreferred Stock (9,159,085 shares, Acquired 12/20)4,753,000 4,753,000 
Common Stock (3,201 shares, Acquired 12/20)— — 
4,753,000 4,753,000 
Security Holdings B.V. (4.9%)*(3) (7) (23)
Electrical EngineeringBridge Loan (5.0% PIK, Acquired 12/20, Due 05/22)5,187,506 5,187,508 5,187,508 
Senior Subordinated Loan (3.1% PIK, Acquired 12/20, Due 05/22)8,746,454 8,746,454 8,746,454 
Common Stock (900 shares, Acquired 12/20)21,264,000 21,329,370 
13,933,960 35,197,962 35,263,332 
Thompson Rivers LLC (1.4%)*(3)
Investment Funds & Vehicles10% Member Interest, Acquired 06/2010,000,000 10,011,840 
10,000,000 10,011,840 
Subtotal Affiliate Investments (11.0%)13,933,960 76,055,873 78,598,633 
Control Investments:(5)
MVC Automotive Group Gmbh (2.3%)*(3) (7) (23)
Other Diversified Financial ServicesBridge Loan (6.0% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/21)7,149,166 7,149,166 7,149,166 
Common Equity Interest (18,000 shares, Acquired 12/20)9,553,000 9,582,368 
7,149,166 16,702,166 16,731,534 
MVC Private Equity Fund LP (1.3%)*(3) (23)
Investment Funds & VehiclesGeneral Partnership Interest224,978 224,978 
Limited Partnership Interest8,899,284 8,899,284 
9,124,262 9,124,262 
Subtotal Control Investments (3.6%)7,149,166 25,826,428 25,855,796 
Short-Term Investments:
BlackRock, Inc. (4.2%)*Money Market FundBlackRock Liquidity Temporary Fund (0.08% yield)30,000,000 30,000,000 
30,000,000 30,000,000 
JPMorgan Chase & Co. (5.0%)*Money Market FundJPMorgan Prime Money Market Fund (0.09% yield)35,558,227 35,558,227 
35,558,227 35,558,227 
Subtotal Short-Term Investments (9.1%)65,558,227 65,558,227 
Total Investments, December 31, 2020 (208.4%)*$1,399,859,518 $1,486,055,145 $1,495,795,937 
Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
Lambir Bidco Limited (0.9%)*(3) (7)
Healthcare
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 6.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/28)(8) (14)
$5,017 $4,770 $4,810 
Second Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (12.0% PIK, Acquired 12/21, Due 06/29)1,417 1,363 1,375 
Revolver (EURIBOR + 6.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/24)(8) (14)
314 292 295 
6,748 6,425 6,480 
Learfield Communications, LLC (1.1%)*Broadcasting
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 3.25%, 4.3% Cash, Acquired 08/20, Due 12/23)(8) (9)
135 95 128 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 3.0%, 3.0% Cash, 10.2% PIK, Acquired 08/20, Due 12/23)(10)
7,954 7,909 7,959 
8,089 8,004 8,087 
Legal Solutions Holdings (0.8%)*(7) (24) (25)
Business ServicesSenior Subordinated Loan (16.0% PIK, Acquired 12/20, Due 03/22)11,836 10,129 5,918 
11,836 10,129 5,918 
LivTech Purchaser, Inc. (0.1%)*(7) (8) (10)
Business ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 01/21, Due 12/25)918 908 910 
918 908 910 
Marmoutier Holding B.V. (0.3%)*(3) (7) (8) (14)
Consumer ProductsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/28)1,944 1,872 1,880 
Revolver (EURIBOR + 5.0%, 5.0% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 06/27)— (4)(4)
1,944 1,868 1,876 
MC Group Ventures Corporation (0.6%)*(7)
Business Services
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 07/21, Due 06/27)(8) (10)
3,687 3,598 3,656 
Partnership Units (746.66 units, Acquired 06/21)747 761 
3,687 4,345 4,417 
Media Recovery, Inc. (SpotSee) (1.0%)*(7) (8)
Containers, Packaging & Glass
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.0%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 11/19, Due 11/25)(10)
2,933 2,892 2,933 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (GBP LIBOR + 6.0%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 11/25)(12)
4,442 4,303 4,442 
7,375 7,195 7,375 
Medical Solutions Parent Holdings, Inc. (0.6%)*(8) (10)
HealthcareSecond Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 7.0%, 7.5% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 11/29)4,421 4,377 4,362 
4,421 4,377 4,362 
MNS Buyer, Inc. (0.1%)*(7)
Construction & Building
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 08/21, Due 08/27)(8) (9)
921 903 905 
Partnership Units (76.92 Units, Acquired 08/21)77 78 
921 980 983 
Modern Star Holdings Bidco Pty Limited. (1.1%)*(3) (7) (8) (19)
Non-durable Consumer GoodsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (BBSY + 6.25%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/26)8,368 8,281 8,299 
8,368 8,281 8,299 
MSG National Properties (0.3%)*(3) (7) (8) (10)
Hotel, Gaming, & LeisureFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.25%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 11/20, Due 11/25)2,437 2,378 2,486 
2,437 2,378 2,486 
Murphy Midco Limited (0.7%)*(3) (7) (8) (13)
Media, Diversified & ProductionFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (GBP LIBOR + 4.75%, 4.8% Cash, Acquired 11/20, Due 11/27)5,252 4,951 5,104 
5,252 4,951 5,104 
Music Reports, Inc. (1.0%)*(7) (8) (10)
Media & EntertainmentFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.0%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 08/20, Due 08/26)7,462 7,288 7,313 
7,462 7,288 7,313 
3140

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Consolidated Schedule of Investments — (Continued)
December 31, 20202021

(Amounts in thousands, except share amounts)

Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
Narda Acquisitionco., Inc. (0.8%)*(7)
Aerospace & Defense
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/27)(8) (10)
$5,680 $5,581 $5,580 
Revolver (LIBOR + 5.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/27)(8) (10)
— (23)(23)
Class A Preferred Stock (4,587.38 shares, Acquired 12/21)459 459 
Class B Common Stock (509.71 shares, Acquired 12/21)51 51 
5,680 6,068 6,067 
Navia Benefit Solutions, Inc. (0.4%)* (7) (8) (10)
Healthcare & PharmaceuticalsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 02/21, Due 02/27)2,727 2,668 2,703 
2,727 2,668 2,703 
Nexus Underwriting Management Limited (0.2%)*(3) (7) (8) (17)
Other FinancialFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (SONIA + 5.25%, 5.3% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 10/28)1,691 1,620 1,630 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (SONIA + 5.25%, 5.3% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 04/22)103 102 101 
1,794 1,722 1,731 
NGS US Finco, LLC (f/k/a Dresser Natural Gas Solutions) (0.6%)*(7) (8) (9)
Energy Equipment & ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.25%, 5.3% Cash, Acquired 10/18, Due 10/25)4,753 4,734 4,677 
4,753 4,734 4,677 
Northstar Recycling, LLC (0.3%)*(7) (8) (10)
Environmental IndustriesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 10/21, Due 09/27)2,500 2,452 2,450 
2,500 2,452 2,450 
OA Buyer, Inc. (1.1%)*(7)
Healthcare
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.0%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/28)(8) (10)
8,501 8,331 8,331 
Revolver (LIBOR + 6.0%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/28)(8) (10)
— (27)(27)
Partnership Units (210,920.11 units, Acquired 12/21)211 211 
8,501 8,515 8,515 
Odeon Cinemas Group Limited (0.5%)*(3) (7)
Hotel, Gaming, & LeisureFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (10.8% Cash, Acquired 02/21, Due 08/23)3,954 4,055 4,033 
3,954 4,055 4,033 
OG III B.V. (0.4%)*(3) (7) (8) (14)
Containers & Glass ProductsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 06/21, Due 06/28)2,916 2,997 2,843 
2,916 2,997 2,843 
Omni Intermediate Holdings, LLC (1.5%)*(7) (8) (9)
TransportationFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/26)11,831 11,461 11,491 
11,831 11,461 11,491 
Options Technology Ltd.
(0.3%)*(3) (7) (8) (10)
Computer ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.5%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 12/19, Due 12/25)2,313 2,282 2,267 
2,313 2,282 2,267 
Oracle Vision Bidco Limited (0.4%)*(3) (7) (8) (17)
HealthcareFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (SONIA + 5.25%, 5.3% Cash, Acquired 06/21, Due 05/28)3,100 3,141 3,028 
3,100 3,141 3,028 
Origin Bidco Limited (0.1%)*(3) (7) (8)
Technology
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 06/21, Due 06/28)(10)
597 582 584 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 06/21, Due 06/28)(14)
377 394 369 
974 976 953 
OSP Hamilton Purchaser, LLC (0.3%)*(7) (8)
Technology
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/27)(9)
2,281 2,235 2,235 
Revolver (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/27)(10)
— (4)(4)
2,281 2,231 2,231 
Pacific Health Supplies Bidco Pty Limited (1.1%)*(3) (7) (8) (20)
Healthcare & PharmaceuticalsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (BBSY + 6.0%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/25)8,779 8,730 8,529 
8,779 8,730 8,529 
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Consolidated Schedule of Investments — (Continued)
December 31, 2021
(Amounts in thousands, except share amounts)
Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
Pare SAS (SAS Maurice MARLE) (0.6%)*(3) (7) (14)
Health Care EquipmentFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 6.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 12/19, Due 12/26)$4,638 $4,478 $4,638 
4,638 4,478 4,638 
Patriot New Midco 1 Limited (Forensic Risk Alliance) (0.9%)*(3) (7) (8)
Diversified Financial Services
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.75%, 7.8% Cash, Acquired 02/20, Due 02/27)(10)
3,764 3,685 3,591 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 6.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 02/20, Due 02/27)(14)
3,216 3,017 3,068 
6,980 6,702 6,659 
PDQ.Com Corporation (1.2%)*(7)
Business Equipment & Services
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 08/21, Due 08/27)(8) (10)
9,062 8,710 8,707 
Class A-2 Partnership Units (26.32 units, Acquired 08/21)29 29 
9,062 8,739 8,736 
Permaconn Bidco Ltd (2.0%)*(3) (7) (8) (19)
Tele-communicationsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (BBSY + 6.5%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/27)15,012 14,386 14,599 
15,012 14,386 14,599 
Polara Enterprises, LLC (0.6%)*(7)
Capital Equipment
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/27)(8) (10)
4,243 4,159 4,158 
Revolver (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/27)(8) (10)
— (11)(11)
Partnership Units (3,820.44 units, Acquired 12/21)382 382 
4,243 4,530 4,529 
Policy Services Company, LLC (5.9%)*(7)
Property & Casualty Insurance
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.0%, 7.0% Cash, 4.0% PIK, Acquired 12/21, Due 06/26)(8) (10)
45,831 44,018 44,008 
Warrants - Class A (28,260 units, Acquired 12/21)— — 
Warrants - Class B (9,537 units, Acquired 12/21)— — 
Warrants - Class CC (980 units, Acquired 12/21)— — 
Warrants - Class D (2,520 units, Acquired 12/21)— — 
45,831 44,018 44,008 
Premium Franchise Brands, LLC (2.0%)*(7) (8) (10)
Research & Consulting ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.25%, 7.3% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/26)14,853 14,597 14,556 
14,853 14,597 14,556 
Premium Invest (0.5%)*(3) (7) (8) (14)
Brokerage, Asset Managers & ExchangesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 6.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 06/21, Due 06/28)4,094 4,113 4,010 
4,094 4,113 4,010 
Preqin MC Limited (0.4%)*(3) (7) (8) (23)
Banking, Finance, Insurance & Real EstateFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (SOFR + 5.5%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 08/21, Due 07/28)2,789 2,695 2,764 
2,789 2,695 2,764 
Process Equipment, Inc. (ProcessBarron) (0.8%)*(7) (8) (10)
Industrial Air & Material Handling EquipmentFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 03/19, Due 03/25)6,174 6,115 5,945 
6,174 6,115 5,945 
Professional Datasolutions, Inc. (PDI) (0.2%)*(7) (8) (10)
Application SoftwareFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.5%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 03/19, Due 10/24)1,836 1,833 1,809 
1,836 1,833 1,809 
Protego Bidco B.V. (0.5%)*(3) (7) (8) (14)
Aerospace & DefenseFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.25%, 5.3% Cash, Acquired 03/21, Due 03/27)2,227 2,269 2,195 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 6.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 03/21, Due 03/28)1,548 1,561 1,495 
3,775 3,830 3,690 
QPE7 SPV1 BidCo Pty Ltd (0.2%)*(3) (7) (8) (20)
Consumer CyclicalFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (BBSY + 5.5%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 09/21, Due 09/26)1,632 1,564 1,605 
1,632 1,564 1,605 
Questel Unite (0.9%)*(3) (7) (8) (10)
Business ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.25%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/27)6,892 6,802 6,851 
6,892 6,802 6,851 
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Consolidated Schedule of Investments — (Continued)
December 31, 2021
(Amounts in thousands, except share amounts)
Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
Recovery Point Systems, Inc.
(1.6%)*(7)
Technology
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.5%, 7.5% Cash, Acquired 08/20, Due 08/26)(8) (10)
$11,648 $11,460 $11,648 
Partnership Equity (187,235 units, Acquired 03/21)187 150 
11,648 11,647 11,798 
Renovation Parent Holdings, LLC
(0.7%)*(7)
Home Furnishings
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 11/27)(8) (11)
4,854 4,735 4,733 
Partnership Equity (197,368.42 units, Acquired 11/21)197 203 
4,854 4,932 4,936 
REP SEKO MERGER SUB LLC
(1.0%)* (7) (8) (10)
Air Freight & LogisticsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/26)7,614 7,416 7,478 
7,614 7,416 7,478 
Resonetics, LLC (0.5%)*(7) (8) (10)
Health Care EquipmentSecond Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 7.0%, 7.8% Cash, Acquired 04/21, Due 04/29)4,011 3,934 3,930 
4,011 3,934 3,930 
Reward Gateway (UK) Ltd (0.4%)*(3) (7) (8) (17)
Precious Metals & MineralsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (SONIA + 6.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 08/21, Due 06/28)2,869 2,807 2,776 
2,869 2,807 2,776 
Riedel Beheer B.V. (0.3%)*(3) (7) (8) (14)
Food & BeverageFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.5%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/28)1,899 1,835 1,843 
Revolver (EURIBOR + 5.5%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 06/28)— (5)(5)
Super Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.5%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/28)230 222 223 
2,129 2,052 2,061 
RPX Corporation (1.0%)*(7) (8) (10)
Research & Consulting ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.0%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 10/20, Due 10/25)7,612 7,426 7,455 
7,612 7,426 7,455 
Ruffalo Noel Levitz, LLC
(1.3%)*(7) (8) (10)
Media ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.0%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 01/19, Due 05/24)9,543 9,524 9,543 
9,543 9,524 9,543 
Safety Products Holdings, LLC (1.6%)*(7)
Non-durable Consumer Goods
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.0%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/26)(8) (9)
12,026 11,798 11,755 
Preferred Stock (372.1 shares, Acquired 12/20)372 510 
12,026 12,170 12,265 
Scaled Agile, Inc. (0.2%)*(7) (8) (10)
Research & Consulting ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/28)1,748 1,705 1,705 
Revolver (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/28)— (7)(7)
1,748 1,698 1,698 
Serta Simmons Bedding LLC
(1.4%)*(8) (9)
Home FurnishingsSuper Priority First Out (LIBOR + 7.5%, 8.5% Cash, Acquired 6/20, Due 08/23)7,350 7,229 7,409 
Super Priority Second Out (LIBOR + 7.5%, 8.5% Cash, Acquired 6/20, Due 08/23)3,607 3,374 3,365 
10,957 10,603 10,774 
SISU ACQUISITIONCO., INC. (0.9%)*(7) (8) (10)
Aerospace & DefenseFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/26)7,009 6,869 6,771 
7,009 6,869 6,771 
Smartling, Inc. (2.2%)*(7) (8) (10)
TechnologyFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 11/27)16,471 16,102 16,094 
Revolver (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 11/27)— (23)(24)
16,471 16,079 16,070 
Smile Brands Group Inc.
(0.6%)*(7) (8) (10)
Health Care ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.5%, 5.3% Cash, Acquired 10/18, Due 10/25)4,593 4,571 4,553 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.5%, 5.3% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 10/25)— (12)(6)
4,593 4,559 4,547 
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Barings BDC, Inc.
Consolidated Schedule of Investments — (Continued)
December 31, 2021
(Amounts in thousands, except share amounts)
Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
SN BUYER, LLC (2.5%)*(7) (8) (9)
Health Care ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 12/26)$18,394 $18,080 $18,394 
18,394 18,080 18,394 
Springbrook Software (SBRK Intermediate, Inc.) (1.4%)*(7) (8) (10)
Enterprise Software & ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 12/19, Due 12/26)10,346 10,179 10,346 
10,346 10,179 10,346 
SPT Acquico Limited (0.1%)*(3) (7) (8) (10)
High Tech IndustriesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 01/21, Due 12/27)658 644 658 
658 644 658 
SSCP Pegasus Midco Limited (0.4%)*(3) (7) (8) (12)
Healthcare & PharmaceuticalsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (GBP LIBOR + 6.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 11/27)2,754 2,488 2,722 
2,754 2,488 2,722 
Starnmeer B.V. (1.0%)*(3) (7) (8) (10)
TechnologyFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.4%, 6.9% Cash, Acquired 10/21, Due 04/27)7,500 7,391 7,388 
7,500 7,391 7,388 
Superjet Buyer, LLC (3.0%)*(7) (8) (10)
TechnologyFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/27)23,175 22,711 22,711 
Revolver (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/27)— (37)(37)
23,175 22,674 22,674 
Syniverse Holdings, Inc. (2.3%)*(8) (10)
Technology DistributorsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.0%, 6.0% Cash, Acquired 08/18, Due 03/23)17,314 16,493 17,192 
17,314 16,493 17,192 
Syntax Systems Ltd (0.3%)*(3) (7) (8) (9)
TechnologyFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 10/28)2,056 2,018 2,016 
Revolver (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 10/26)442 432 432 
2,498 2,450 2,448 
TA SL Cayman Aggregator Corp.
(0.3%)*(7)
TechnologySubordinated Term Loan (8.8% PIK, Acquired 07/21, Due 07/28)1,995 1,957 1,960 
Common Stock (1,227.79 shares, Acquired 07/21)50 65 
1,995 2,007 2,025 
Techone B.V. (1.1%)*(3) (7) (8) (14)
TechnologyFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.5%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 11/28)8,726 8,428 8,441 
Revolver (EURIBOR + 5.5%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 05/28)108 97 97 
8,834 8,525 8,538 
Tencarva Machinery Company, LLC (0.7%)*(7) (8) (10)
Capital EquipmentFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/27)5,486 5,375 5,374 
Revolver (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/27)— (20)(20)
5,486 5,355 5,354 
The Caprock Group, Inc. (aka TA/TCG Holdings, LLC) (0.5%)*(7)
Brokerage, Asset Managers & Exchanges
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.25%, 5.3% Cash, Acquired 10/21, Due 12/27)(8) (10)
847 776 776 
Revolver (LIBOR + 4.25%, 5.3% Cash, Acquired 10/21, Due 12/27)(8) (10)
— (14)(14)
Subordinated Term Loan (7.8% PIK, Acquired 10/21, Due 10/28)3,333 3,268 3,267 
4,180 4,030 4,029 
The Hilb Group, LLC
(2.7%)*(7) (8) (10)
Insurance BrokerageFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 12/19, Due 12/26)20,279 19,880 19,874 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 12/19, Due 12/26)55 (1)(2)
20,334 19,879 19,872 
Total Safety U.S. Inc. (0.9%)*(8) (11)
Diversified Support ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.0%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 11/19, Due 08/25)6,583 6,393 6,482 
6,583 6,393 6,482 
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Barings BDC, Inc.
Consolidated Schedule of Investments — (Continued)
December 31, 2021
(Amounts in thousands, except share amounts)
Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
Transit Technologies LLC
(0.8%)*(7) (8) (10)
SoftwareFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 02/20, Due 02/25)$6,035 $5,946 $5,846 
6,035 5,946 5,846 
Transportation Insight, LLC (1.5%)*(7) (8) (9)
Air Freight & LogisticsFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.5%, 4.6% Cash, Acquired 08/18, Due 12/24)11,330 11,260 11,160 
11,330 11,260 11,160 
Trident Maritime Systems, Inc. (2.0%)*(7) (8) (10)
Aerospace & DefenseFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 02/21, Due 02/27)14,888 14,665 14,888 
14,888 14,665 14,888 
Truck-Lite Co., LLC (2.0%)*(7) (8) (10)
Automotive Parts & EquipmentFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.25%, 7.3% Cash, Acquired 12/19, Due 12/26)15,002 14,623 14,611 
15,002 14,623 14,611 
Trystar, LLC (1.6%)*(7)
Power Distribution Solutions
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 09/18, Due 09/23)(8) (10)
11,988 11,777 11,778 
Class A LLC Units (440.97 units, Acquired 09/18)481 412 
11,988 12,258 12,190 
Turbo Buyer, Inc. (1.1%)*(7) (8) (10)
Finance CompaniesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.0%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 12/25)8,430 8,226 8,220 
8,430 8,226 8,220 
Turf Products, LLC (1.2%)*(7) (25)
Landscaping & Irrigation Equipment DistributorSenior Subordinated Debt (10.0% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 10/23)8,697 8,384 8,627 
8,697 8,384 8,627 
Turnberry Solutions, Inc. (0.6%)*(7) (8) (10)
Consumer CyclicalFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 6.0%, 7.0% Cash, Acquired 07/21, Due 09/26)4,500 4,406 4,423 
4,500 4,406 4,423 
U.S. Gas & Electric, Inc. (0.2%)*(7) (25)
Energy ServicesSecond Lien Loan (9.5% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 07/25)2,285 1,785 1,785 
Second Lien Loan (9.5% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 07/25)(26)
2,485 — — 
4,770 1,785 1,785 
U.S. Silica Company (0.2%)*(3) (8) (9)
Metal & Glass ContainersFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.0%, 5.0% Cash, Acquired 08/18, Due 05/25)1,472 1,474 1,437 
1,472 1,474 1,437 
UKFast Leaders Limited (1.6%)*(3) (7) (8) (16)
TechnologyFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (SONIA + 7.0%, 7.1% Cash, Acquired 09/20, Due 9/27)12,312 11,399 12,090 
12,312 11,399 12,090 
USLS Acquisition, Inc. (f/k/a US Legal Support, Inc.) (2.2%)*(7) (8) (10)
Legal ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.75%, 6.8% Cash, Acquired 11/18, Due 11/24)16,222 16,065 16,222 
16,222 16,065 16,222 
Utac Ceram (0.7%)*(3) (7) (8)
Business Services
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (EURIBOR + 5.25%, 5.3% Cash, Acquired 09/20, Due 09/27)(14)
1,706 1,706 1,673 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.25%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 02/21, Due 09/27)(10)
3,518 3,456 3,451 
5,224 5,162 5,124 
Validity, Inc. (0.6%)*(7) (8) (9)
IT Consulting & Other ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 4.8% Cash, Acquired 07/19, Due 05/25)4,783 4,687 4,764 
4,783 4,687 4,764 
VistaJet Pass Through Trust 2021-1B (0.7%)*AirlinesStructured Secured Note - Class B (6.3% Cash, Acquired 11/21, Due 02/29)5,000 5,000 4,905 
5,000 5,000 4,905 
Vital Buyer, LLC (1.1%)*(7)
Technology
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 06/21, Due 06/28)(8) (10)
7,802 7,656 7,676 
Partnership Units (16,442.9 units, Acquired 06/21)164 171 
7,802 7,820 7,847 
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(Amounts in thousands, except share amounts)
Portfolio Company(6)
Industry
Type of Investment(1) (2)
Principal
Amount
CostFair
Value
W2O Holdings, Inc. (0.3%)*(7) (8) (10)
Healthcare TechnologyFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.75%, 5.8% Cash, Acquired 10/20, Due 06/25)$2,152 $2,090 $2,152 
2,152 2,090 2,152 
Woodland Foods, LLC (1.8%)*(7)
Food & Beverage
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/27)(8) (10)
11,512 11,285 11,282 
Revolver (LIBOR + 5.5%, 6.5% Cash, Acquired 12/21, Due 12/27)(8) (10)
172 128 127 
Common Stock (1,663,307.18 shares, Acquired 12/21)1,663 1,663 
11,684 13,076 13,072 
World 50, Inc. (1.6%)*(7) (8) (9)
Professional ServicesFirst Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 5.25%, 6.3% Cash, Acquired 01/20, Due 01/26)3,280 3,202 3,280 
First Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (LIBOR + 4.5%, 5.5% Cash, Acquired 09/20, Due 01/26)9,009 8,849 8,874 
12,289 12,051 12,154 
Subtotal Non–Control / Non–Affiliate Investments (200.9%)1,518,708 1,494,028 1,490,115 
Affiliate Investments: (4)
Eclipse Business Capital, LLC (13.4%)*(7)
Banking, Finance, Insurance, & Real Estate
Second Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (7.5% Cash, Acquired 07/21, Due 07/28)4,545 4,502 4,738 
Revolver (LIBOR + 7.25%, Acquired 07/21, Due 07/28)(10)
1,818 1,691 1,818 
LLC Units (89,447,396 units, Acquired 07/21)89,850 92,668 
6,363 96,043 99,224 
Jocassee Partners LLC (5.1%)*(3)
Investment Funds & Vehicles9.1% Member Interest, Acquired 06/1930,158 37,601 
30,158 37,601 
JSC Tekers Holdings (0.8%)*(3) (7) (25)
Real Estate ManagementPreferred Stock (9,159,085 shares, Acquired 12/20)4,753 6,197 
Common Stock (3,201 shares, Acquired 12/20)— — 
4,753 6,197 
Security Holdings B.V. (6.3%)*(3) (7) (25)
Electrical EngineeringBridge Loan (5.0% PIK, Acquired 12/20, Due 02/27)5,451 5,451 5,451 
Senior Subordinated Loan (3.1% PIK, Acquired 12/20, Due 05/22)9,525 9,525 9,525 
Senior Unsecured Term Loan (6.0% Cash, 9.0% PIK, Acquired 04/21, Due 04/25)7,307 7,639 7,307 
Common Stock (900 shares, Acquired 12/20)21,264 24,825 
22,283 43,879 47,108 
Thompson Rivers LLC (11.3%)*(3)
Investment Funds & Vehicles15.90% Member Interest, Acquired 06/2079,414 84,438 
79,414 84,438 
Waccamaw River LLC (1.8%)*(3)
Investment Funds & Vehicles20% Member Interest, Acquired 02/2113,720 13,501 
13,720 13,501 
Subtotal Affiliate Investments (38.8%)28,646 267,967 288,069 
Control Investments:(5)
MVC Automotive Group Gmbh (2.0%)*(3) (7) (25)
AutomotiveBridge Loan (6.0% Cash, Acquired 12/20, Due 06/26)7,149 7,149 7,149 
Common Equity Interest (18,000 shares, Acquired 12/20)9,553 7,699 
7,149 16,702 14,848 
MVC Private Equity Fund LP (1.0%)*(3) (25)
Investment Funds & VehiclesGeneral Partnership Interest225 188 
Limited Partnership Interest8,899 7,376 
9,124 7,564 
Subtotal Control Investments (3.0%)7,149 25,826 22,412 
Total Investments, December 31, 2021 (242.7%)*$1,554,503 $1,787,821 $1,800,596 
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December 31, 2021
(Amounts in thousands, except share amounts)
Derivative Instruments
Credit Support Agreement(a)(b)(d)Credit Support Agreement(a)(b)(d)Credit Support Agreement(a)(b)(d)
DescriptionDescriptionCounter PartySettlement Date(c)Notional AmountValueUnrealized Appreciation (Depreciation)DescriptionCounter PartySettlement Date(c)Notional AmountValueUnrealized Appreciation (Depreciation)
Credit Support AgreementCredit Support AgreementBarings LLC01/01/31$23,000,000 $13,600,000 $— Credit Support AgreementBarings LLC01/01/31$23,000,000 $15,400,000 $1,800,000 
Total Credit Support Agreement, December 31, 2020$— 
Total Credit Support Agreement, December 31, 2021Total Credit Support Agreement, December 31, 2021$1,800,000 
(a) The MVC Credit Support Agreement covers all of the investments acquired by the Company from MVC in connection with the MVC Acquisition (as defined in “Note 1 – Organization, Business and Basis of Presentation”) and any investments received by the Company in connection with the restructuring, amendment, extension or other modification (including the issuance of new securities) of any of the investments acquired by the Company from MVC in connection with the MVC Acquisition (collectively, the “Reference Portfolio”).Reference Portfolio. Each investment that is included in the MVC Reference Portfolio is denoted in the above Schedule of Investments with footnote (23)(25).
(b)      The Company and Barings LLC entered into a Credit Support Agreement pursuant to which Barings LLC agreed to provide credit support to the Company in the amount of up to $23.0 million.
(c) Settlement Date means the earlier of (1) January 1, 2031 andor (2) the date on which the entire MVC Reference Portfolio has been realized or written off.
(d) See “Note 2 – Agreements and Related Party Transactions” for additional information regarding the MVC Credit Support Agreement.
Foreign Currency Forward Contracts:Foreign Currency Forward Contracts:Foreign Currency Forward Contracts:
DescriptionDescriptionNotional Amount to be PurchasedNotional Amount to be SoldSettlement DateUnrealized Appreciation (Depreciation)DescriptionNotional Amount to be PurchasedNotional Amount to be SoldCounterpartySettlement DateUnrealized Appreciation (Depreciation)
Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)$8,471,304A$11,378,67001/05/21$(309,049)Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)A$31,601$22,850Bank of America, N.A.01/06/22$126 
Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)A$11,378,670$8,610,50401/05/21169,849 Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)A$2,099$1,508HSBC Bank USA01/06/2218 
Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)$148,019A$193,88204/06/21(1,698)Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)$20,727A$28,700Citibank N.A.01/06/22(139)
Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)$3,580A$5,000HSBC Bank USA04/08/22(55)
Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)$18,247A$25,386Bank of America, N.A.04/08/22(215)
Foreign currency forward contract (CAD)Foreign currency forward contract (CAD)C$3,230$2,528Bank of America, N.A.01/06/2229 
Foreign currency forward contract (CAD)Foreign currency forward contract (CAD)C$3,000$2,425HSBC Bank USA01/06/22(50)
Foreign currency forward contract (CAD)Foreign currency forward contract (CAD)$4,881C$6,230HSBC Bank USA01/06/22(51)
Foreign currency forward contract (CAD)Foreign currency forward contract (CAD)$2,506C$3,203Bank of America, N.A.04/08/22(29)
Foreign currency forward contract (DKK)Foreign currency forward contract (DKK)2,143kr.$326Bank of America, N.A.01/06/22
Foreign currency forward contract (DKK)Foreign currency forward contract (DKK)$3352,143kr.Bank of America, N.A.01/06/22
Foreign currency forward contract (DKK)Foreign currency forward contract (DKK)$3232,116kr.Bank of America, N.A.04/08/22(1)
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)€52,583$59,524Bank of America, N.A.01/06/22275 
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)€5,020$5,701HSBC Bank USA04/08/2218 
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)$24,722€21,500Bank of America, N.A.01/06/22271 
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)$14,563€12,900HSBC Bank USA01/06/22(108)
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)$20,655€18,183BNP Paribas SA01/06/22(23)
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)$13,472,749€11,406,60401/05/21(483,801)Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)$60,413€53,265Bank of America, N.A.04/08/22(282)
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)€11,406,604$13,518,02301/05/21438,526 Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)$1,130€1,000HSBC Bank USA04/08/22(10)
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)$561,754€456,60404/06/211,944 Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)$8,514€7,500BNP Paribas SA04/08/22(33)
Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)$13,554,607£10,215,29901/05/21(409,190)Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)£9,900$13,220Bank of America, N.A.01/06/22190 
Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)£10,215,299$13,717,67801/05/21246,118 Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)$13,349£9,900BNP Paribas SA01/06/22(60)
Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)$13,109,849£9,672,75804/06/21(119,769)Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)$6,122£4,599Bank of America, N.A.04/08/22(104)
Foreign currency forward contract (SEK)Foreign currency forward contract (SEK)$141,6031,259,406kr01/05/21(11,748)Foreign currency forward contract (SEK)1,792kr$198HSBC Bank USA01/07/22— 
Foreign currency forward contract (SEK)Foreign currency forward contract (SEK)1,259,406kr$152,39601/05/21955 Foreign currency forward contract (SEK)$2041,792krBank of America, N.A.01/07/22
Foreign currency forward contract (SEK)Foreign currency forward contract (SEK)$164,3251,356,628kr04/06/21(1,028)Foreign currency forward contract (SEK)$2071,875krHSBC Bank USA04/08/22— 
Total Foreign Currency Forward Contracts, December 31, 2020$(478,891)
Total Foreign Currency Forward Contracts, December 31, 2021Total Foreign Currency Forward Contracts, December 31, 2021$(219)

*    Fair value as a percentage of net assets.
(1)All debt investments are income producing, unless otherwise noted. EquityEclipse Business Capital, LLC, Ferrellgas L.P., Kano Laboratories LLC, Thompson Rivers LLC and Waccamaw River LLC equity investments are income producing. All other equity and any equity-linked investments are non-income producing, unless otherwise noted.producing. The Board determined in good faith that all investments were valued at fair value in accordance with the Company's valuation policies and procedures and the 1940 Act, based on, among other things, the input of the Company's external investment adviser, Barings, the Company’s Audit Committee and independent valuation firms that have been engaged to assist in the valuation of the Company's middle-market investments. In addition, all debt investments are variable rate investments unless otherwise noted. Index-based floating interest rates are generally subject to a contractual minimum interest rate. A majority of the variable rate loans in the Company's investment portfolio bear interest at a rate that may be determined by reference to LIBOR, EURIBOR, GBP LIBOR, BBSY, STIBOR, CDOR, SOFR, SONIA or an alternate Base Rate (commonly
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(Amounts in thousands, except share amounts)
(commonly based on the Federal Funds Rate or the Prime Rate), which typically reset semi-annually, quarterly, or monthly at the borrower's option. The borrower may also elect to have multiple interest reset periods for each loan.
(2)All of the Company’s portfolio company investments (including joint venture and short-term investments), which as of December 31, 20202021 represented 208.4%242.0% of the Company’s net assets, are subject to legal restrictions on sales. The acquisition date represents the date of the Company's initial investment in the relevant portfolio company.
(3)Investment is not a qualifying investment as defined under Section 55(a) of the 1940 Act. Non-qualifying assets represent 23.4%ent 25.7% of total investments at fair value as of December 31, 2020.2021. Qualifying assets must represent at least 70% of total assets at the time of acquisition of any additional non-qualifying assets. If at any time qualifying assets do not represent at least 70% of the Company's total assets, the Company will be precluded from acquiring any additional non-qualifying asset until such time as it complies with the requirements of Section 55(a).











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(4)As defined in the 1940 Act, the Company is deemed to be an “affiliated person” of the portfolio company as the Company owns between 5% or more, up to 25% (inclusive), of the portfolio company's voting securities (“non-controlled affiliate”). Transactions related to investments in non-controlled "Affiliate Investments" for the year ended December 31, 20202021 were as follows:
 Amount of Realized Gain (Loss) Amount of Unrealized Gain (Loss) Amount of Interest or Dividends Credited to Income(b)December 31, 2019
Value
Gross Additions
(c)
Gross Reductions (d)December 31, 2020
Value
Portfolio CompanyType of Investment(a)
Advantage Insurance, Inc.(e)
Preferred Stock (587,001 shares)$— $— $— $— $5,946,641 $— $5,946,641 
— — — — 5,946,641 — 5,946,641 
Jocassee Partners LLC9.1% Member Interest— 2,394,007 — 10,229,813 12,394,007 — 22,623,820 
— 2,394,007 — 10,229,813 12,394,007 — 22,623,820 
JSC Tekers Holdings(e)
Common Stock (3,201 shares)— — — — — — — 
Preferred Stock (9,159,085 shares)— — — — 4,753,000 — 4,753,000 
— — — — 4,753,000 — 4,753,000 
Security Holdings B.V(e)
Bridge Loan (5.0% PIK)— — — — 5,187,508 — 5,187,508 
Senior Subordinated Loan (3.1% PIK)— — — — 8,746,454 — 8,746,454 
Common Stock (1,099.5 shares)— 65,370 — — 21,329,370 — 21,329,370 
— 65,370 — — 35,263,332 — 35,263,332 
Thompson Rivers LLC10% Member Interest— 11,840 — — 10,011,840 — 10,011,840 
— 11,840 — — 10,011,840 — 10,011,840 
Total Affiliate Investments$ $2,471,217 $ $10,229,813 $68,368,820 $ $78,598,633 

December 31, 2020
Value
Gross Additions
(b)
Gross Reductions (c) Amount of Realized Gain (Loss) Amount of Unrealized Gain (Loss)December 31, 2021 Value Amount of Interest or Dividends Credited to Income(d)
Portfolio CompanyType of Investment(a)
Advantage Insurance, Inc.(e)
Preferred Stock (587,001 shares)$5,947 $— $(5,870)$(77)$— $— $72 
5,947 — (5,870)(77)— — 72 
Eclipse Business Capital, LLC (e)
Second Lien Senior Secured Term Loan (7.5% Cash)— 4,502 — — 236 4,738 170 
Revolver (LIBOR + 7.25%)— 1,691 — — 127 1,818 53 
LLC units (89,447,396 units)— 89,850 — — 2,818 92,668 3,582 
— 96,043 — — 3,181 99,224 3,805 
Jocassee Partners LLC9.1% Member Interest22,624 10,000 — — 4,978 37,602 — 
22,624 10,000 — — 4,978 37,602 — 
JSC Tekers Holdings(e)
Preferred Stock (9,159,085 shares)4,753 — — — 1,444 6,197 — 
Common Stock (3,201 shares)— — — — — — — 
4,753 — — — 1,444 6,197 — 
Security Holdings B.V(e)
Bridge Loan (5.0% PIK 5/31/2021)5,188 264 — — — 5,452 276 
Senior Subordinated Loan (3.1% PIK)8,746 778 — — — 9,524 285 
Senior Unsecured Term Loan (9.0% PIK)— 8,831 (1,168)(24)(332)7,307 820 
Common Equity Interest21,329 — — — 3,496 24,825 — 
35,263 9,873 (1,168)(24)3,164 47,108 1,381 
Thompson Rivers LLC15.90% Member Interest10,012 69,414 — — 5,012 84,438 4,776 
10,012 69,414 — — 5,012 84,438 4,776 
Waccamaw River LLC20% Member Interest— 13,762 (68)— (194)13,500 280 
— 13,762 (68)— (194)13,500 280 
Total Affiliate Investments$78,599 $199,092 $(7,106)$(101)$17,585 $288,069 $10,314 
(a)     EquityEclipse Business Capital, LLC, Thompson Rivers LLC and Waccamaw River LLC equity investments are income producing. All other equity and any equity-linked investments are non-income producing, unless otherwise noted.producing.
(b)     Gross additions include increases in the cost basis of investments resulting from new investments and follow-on investments.
(c)    Gross reductions include decreases in the total cost basis of investments resulting from principal repayments or sales.
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(d) Represents the total amount of interest, fees or dividends credited to income for the portion of the year an investment was included in the Affiliate category.
(c)     Gross additions include increases in the cost basis of investments resulting from new investments and follow-on investments. Gross additions also include net increases in unrealized appreciation or net decreases in unrealized depreciation.
(d)    Gross reductions include decreases in the total cost basis of investments resulting from principal repayments or sales. Gross reductions also include net increases in unrealized depreciation or net decreases in unrealized appreciation.
(e) The fair value of the investment was determined using significant unobservable inputs.
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(5)    As defined in the 1940 Act, the Company is deemed to be both an “affiliated person” and “control” the portfolio company because it owns more than 25% of the portfolio company’s outstanding voting securities or it has the power to exercise control over the management or policies of such portfolio company (including through a management agreement). Transactions as of and during the year ended December 31, 20202021 in which the portfolio company is deemed to be a "Control Investment" of the Company arewere as follows:
 Amount of Realized Gain (Loss) Amount of Unrealized Gain (Loss) Amount of Interest or Dividends Credited to Income(b)December 31, 2019
Value
Gross Additions
(c)
Gross Reductions (d)December 31, 2020
Value
December 31, 2020
Value
Gross Additions
(b)
Gross Reductions (c) Amount of Realized Gain (Loss) Amount of Unrealized Gain (Loss)
December 31, 2021
Value
 Amount of Interest or Dividends Credited to Income(d)
Portfolio CompanyPortfolio CompanyType of Investment(a)Portfolio CompanyType of Investment(a)
MVC Automotive Group GmbH(e)
MVC Automotive Group GmbH(e)
Common Equity Interest (18,000 shares)$— $29,368 $— $— $9,582,368 $— $9,582,368 
MVC Automotive Group GmbH(e)
Common Equity Interest$9,582 $— $— $— $(1,883)$7,699 $— 
Bridge Loan (6.0% PIK)— — 9,532 — 7,149,166 — 7,149,166 Bridge Loan (6.0% Cash 12/31/2021)7,149 — — — — 7,149 435 
— 29,368 9,532 — 16,731,534 — 16,731,534 16,731 — — — (1,883)14,848 435 
MVC Private Equity Fund LPMVC Private Equity Fund LPLimited Partnership Interest— — — — 8,899,284 — 8,899,284 MVC Private Equity Fund LPLimited Partnership Interest8,899 — — — (1,523)7,376 — 
General Partnership Interest— — 5,292 — 224,978 — 224,978 General Partnership Interest225 — — (37)188 643 
— — 5,292 — 9,124,262 — 9,124,262 9,124 — — — (1,560)7,564 643 
Waccamaw River LLCWaccamaw River LLC50% Member Interest— 4,500 (4,474)— (26)— — 
Total Control InvestmentsTotal Control Investments$ $29,368 $14,824 $ $25,855,796 $ $25,855,796 Total Control Investments$25,855 $4,500 $(4,474)$ $(3,469)$22,412 $1,078 
(a)     Equity and equity-linked investments are non-income producing, unless otherwise noted.
(b) Gross additions include increases in the cost basis of investments resulting from new investments and follow-on investments.
(c)     Gross reductions include decreases in the total cost basis of investments resulting from principal repayments or sales.
(d)    Represents the total amount of interest, fees or dividends credited to income for the portion of the year an investment was included in the Control category.
(c)     Gross additions include increases in the cost basis of investments resulting from new investments and follow-on investments. Gross additions also include net increases in unrealized appreciation or net decreases in unrealized depreciation.
(d)    Gross reductions include decreases in the total cost basis of investments resulting from principal repayments or sales. Gross reductions also include net increases in unrealized depreciation or net decreases in unrealized appreciation.
(e) The fair value of the investment was determined using significant unobservable inputs.
(6)Some or all of the investment is or will be encumbered as security for the February 2019 Credit Facility.Company's senior secured credit facility with ING Capital LLC.
(7)The fair value of the investment was determined using significant unobservable inputs.
(8)Non-accrual investment.
(9)Debt investment includes interest rate floor feature.
(10)(9)The interest rate on these loans is subject to 1 Month LIBOR, which as of December 31, 20202021 was 0.14388%0.10125%.
(11)The interest rate on these loans is subject to 2 Month LIBOR, which as of December 31, 2020 was 0.19038%.
(12)(10)The interest rate on these loans is subject to 3 Month LIBOR, which as of December 31, 20202021 was 0.23838%0.20913%.
(13)(11)The interest rate on these loans is subject to 6 Month LIBOR, which as of December 31, 20202021 was 0.25763%0.33875%.
(14)The interest rate on these loans is subject to 2 month GBP LIBOR, which as of December 31, 2020 was 0.06088%.
(15)(12)The interest rate on these loans is subject to 3 Month GBP LIBOR, which as of December 31, 20202021 was 0.02550%0.26225%.
(16)(13)The interest rate on these loans is subject to 6 Month GBP LIBOR, which as of December 31, 20202021 was 0.02988%0.47363%.
(17)The interest rate on these loans is subject to 1 Month EURIBOR, which as of December 31, 2020 was -0.55400%.
(18)(14)The interest rate on these loans is subject to 3 Month EURIBOR, which as of December 31, 20202021 was -0.54500%-0.57200%.
(19)(15)The interest rate on these loans is subject to 6 Month EURIBOR, which as of December 31, 20202021 was -0.526%-0.54600%.
(20)(16)The interest rate on these loans is subject to 3 Month SONIA, which as of December 31, 2021 was 0.33830%.
(17)The interest rate on these loans is subject to 6 Month SONIA, which as of December 31, 2021 was 0.49870%.
(18)The interest rate on these loans is subject to 3 Month STIBOR, which as of December 31, 20202021 was -0.08500%-0.00050%.
(21)(19)The interest rate on these loans is subject to 1 Month BBSY, which as of December 31, 20202021 was 0.01000%0.01500%.
(22)(20)The interest rate on these loans is subject to 3 Month BBSY, which as of December 31, 20202021 was 0.01000%0.06770%.
(21)The interest rate on these loans is subject to 3 Month CDOR, which as of December 31, 2021 was 0.51750%.
(22)The interest rate on these loans is subject to 3 Month SOFR, which as of December 31, 2021 was 0.09125%.
(23)The interest rate on these loans is subject to 6 Month SOFR, which as of December 31, 2021 was 0.19947%.
(24)Non-accrual investment.
(25)Investment was purchased as part of the MVC Acquisition and is part of the MVC Reference Portfolio for purposes of the MVC Credit Support Agreement.
(24)(26)In 2017, MVC received $5.7 million of 9.5% second lien callable notes due in 2025, in lieu of an escrow to satisfy any indemnification claims associated with MVC'sMVC’s sale of its equity investment in U.S. Gas & Electric.Gas. Effective January 1, 2018, the cost basis of the U.S. Gas second lien loan was decreased by approximately $3.0 million due to a working capital adjustment. This loan is still subject to indemnification adjustments.


See accompanying notes.
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Notes to Unaudited Consolidated Financial Statements

1. ORGANIZATION, BUSINESS AND BASIS OF PRESENTATION
The Company and its wholly-owned subsidiaries are specialty finance companies. The Company currently operates as a closed-end, non-diversified investment company and has elected to be treated as a business development company (“BDC”) under the 1940 Act. The Company has elected 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”).
Organization
The Company is a Maryland corporation incorporated on October 10, 2006. On August 2, 2018, the Company entered into an investment advisory agreement (the “Original Advisory Agreement”) and an administration agreement (the “Administration Agreement”) and became an externally-managed BDC managed by Barings LLC (“Barings” or the “Adviser”). An externally-managed BDC generally does not have any employees, and its investment and management functions are provided by an outside investment adviser and administrator under an investment advisory agreement and administration agreement. Instead of the Company directly compensating employees, the Company pays the Adviser for investment and management services pursuant to the terms of the New Barings BDC Advisory Agreement (as defined in “Note 2 – Agreements and Related Party Transactions”) (and, from January 1, 2021 to February 25, 2022, pursuant to the terms of the Amended and Restated Advisory Agreement (as defined in “Note 2 – Agreements and Related Party Transactions”) (and, prior to January 1, 2021, under the terms of the Original Advisory Agreement)) and the Administration Agreement. See “Note 2 – Agreements and Related Party Transactions” for additional information regarding the Company’s investment advisory agreement and administration agreement.
Basis of Presentation
The financial statements of the Company include the accounts of Barings BDC, Inc. and its wholly-owned subsidiaries. The effects of all intercompany transactions between the Company and its wholly-owned subsidiaries have been eliminated in consolidation. The Company is an investment company and, therefore, applies the specialized accounting and reporting guidance in Accounting Standards Codification (“ASC”) Topic 946, Financial Services – Investment Companies. ASC Topic 946 states that consolidation by the Company of an investee that is not an investment company is not appropriate, except when the Company holds a controlling interest in an operating company that provides all or substantially all of its services directly to the Company or to its portfolio companies. None of the portfolio investments made by the Company qualify for this exception. Therefore, the Company's investment portfolio is carried on the Unaudited and Audited Consolidated Balance Sheets at fair value, as discussed further in “Note 3 – Investments”, with any adjustments to fair value recognized as “Net unrealized appreciation (depreciation)” on the Unaudited Consolidated Statements of Operations.
The accompanying unaudited consolidated financial statements are presented in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States (“U.S. GAAP”) for interim financial information and pursuant to the requirements for reporting on Form 10-Q and Articles 6, 10 and 12 of Regulation S-X. Accordingly, certain disclosures accompanying annual consolidated financial statements prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAP are omitted. In the opinion of management, all adjustments, consisting solely of normal recurring adjustments necessary for the fair presentation of financial statements for the interim period, have been reflected in the unaudited consolidated financial statements. The current period’s results of operations are not necessarily indicative of results that ultimately may be achieved for the full fiscal year. Additionally, the unaudited consolidated financial statements and accompanying notes should be read in conjunction with the audited consolidated financial statements and notes thereto for the year ended December 31, 2020.2021. Financial statements prepared on a U.S. GAAP basis require management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts and disclosures reported in the unaudited consolidated financial statements and accompanying notes. Such estimates and assumptions could change in the future as more information becomes known, which could impact the amounts reported and disclosed herein.
Recently Issued Accounting Standards
In March 2020, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update, 2020-04, Facilitation of the Effects of Reference Rate Reform on Financial Reporting (“ASU 2020-04”). The amendments in ASU 2020-04 provide optional expedients and exceptions for applying U.S. GAAP to contracts, hedging relationships and other transactions affected by reference rate reform if certain criteria are met. ASU 2020-04 is effective for all entities as of March 12, 2020 through December 31, 2022. The Company is currently evaluating the impact of adopting ASU 2020-04 on its consolidated financial statements.
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Share Purchase Programs
On February 27, 2020, the Board approved an open-market share repurchase program for the 2020 fiscal year (the “2020 Share Repurchase Program”). Under the 2020 Share Repurchase Program, the Company was authorized during fiscal year 2020 to repurchase up to a maximum of 5.0% of the amount of shares outstanding as of February 27, 2020 if shares traded below net asset value (“NAV”) per share, subject to liquidity and regulatory constraints.
Purchases under the 2020 Share Repurchase Program were made in open-market transactions and included transactions being executed by a broker selected by the Company that had been delegated the authority to repurchase shares on the Company's behalf in the open market in accordance with applicable rules under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), including Rules 10b5-1 and 10b-18 thereunder, and pursuant to, and under the terms and limitations of, the 2020 Share Repurchase Program. During the nine months ended September 30, 2020, the Company repurchased a total of 989,050 shares of its common stock in the open market under the 2020 Share Repurchase Program at an average price of $7.21 per share including broker commissions.
In connection with the completion of the Company’s acquisition of MVC Capital, Inc. (“MVC”), a Delaware corporation, on December 23, 2020 (the “MVC Acquisition”), the Company committed to make open-market purchases of shares of its common stock in an aggregate amount of up to $15.0 million at then-current market prices at any time shares trade below 90% of the Company’s then most recently disclosed NAV per share. Any repurchases pursuant to the authorized program will occur during the 12-month period commencing upon the filing of the Company’s quarterly report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2021, which occurred on May 6, 2021, and will be made in accordance with applicable legal, contractual and regulatory requirements. During the ninethree months ended September 30, 2021,March 31, 2022, the Company did not repurchase anyrepurchased a total of 207,677 shares of its common stock in the open market under the authorized program.program at an average price of $10.14 per share, including broker commissions.
In connection with the completion of the Company’s acquisition of Sierra on February 25, 2022 (the “Sierra Acquisition”), the Company committed to make open-market purchases of shares of its common stock in an aggregate amount of up to $30.0 million at then-current market prices at any time shares trade below 90% of the Company’s then most recently disclosed NAV per share. Any repurchases pursuant to the authorized program will occur during the 12-month period commencing on April 1, 2022 and are expected to be made in accordance with a Rule 10b5-1 purchase plan that qualifies for the safe harbors provided by Rules 10b5-1 and 10b-18 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), as well as subject to compliance with the Company’s covenant and regulatory requirements.
2. AGREEMENTS AND RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS
On August 2, 2018, the Company entered into the Original Advisory Agreement and the Administration Agreement with the Adviser, an investment adviser registered under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, as amended. In connection with the MVC Acquisition, on December 23, 2020, the Company entered into an amended and restated investment advisory agreement (the “Amended and Restated Advisory Agreement”) with the Adviser, following approval of the Amended and Restated Advisory Agreement by the Company’s stockholders at its December 23, 2020 special meeting of stockholders. The terms of the Amended and Restated Advisory Agreement became effective on January 1, 2021.
The Amended and Restated Advisory Agreement amended the Original Advisory Agreement to, among other things, (i) reduce the annual base management fee payable to the Adviser from 1.375% to 1.250% of the Company’s gross assets, (ii) reset the commencement date for the rolling 12-quarter “look-back” provision used to calculate the income incentive fee and incentive fee cap to January 1, 2021 from January 1, 2020 and (iii) describe the fact that the Company may enter into guarantees, sureties and other credit support arrangements with respect to one or more of its investments, including the impact of these arrangements on the income incentive fee cap.
In connection with the Sierra Acquisition, on February 25, 2022, the Company entered into a second amended and restated investment advisory agreement (the “New Barings BDC Advisory Agreement”) with the Adviser, which increased the hurdle rate applicable to the income incentive fee from 2.0% to 2.0625% per quarter (or from 8.0% to 8.25% annualized) and therefore increased the catch-up amount that is used in calculating the income incentive fee to correspond to the increase in the hurdle rate. All other terms and provisions of the Amended and Restated Advisory Agreement between the Company and the Adviser, including with respect to the calculation of the other fees payable to the Adviser, remained unchanged under the New Barings BDC Advisory Agreement.
Investment Advisory Agreement
Pursuant to the Amended and RestatedNew Barings BDC Advisory Agreement, the Adviser manages the Company's day-to-day operations and provides the Company with investment advisory services. Among other things, the Adviser (i) determines the composition of the portfolio of the Company, the nature and timing of the changes therein and the manner of implementing such changes; (ii) identifies, evaluates and negotiates the structure of the investments made by the Company; (iii) executes, closes, services and monitors the investments that the Company makes; (iv) determines the securities and other assets that the Company will purchase, retain or sell; (v) performs due diligence on prospective portfolio companies and (vi) provides the Company with such other investment advisory, research and related services as the Company may, from time to time, reasonably require for the investment of its funds.
The Amended and RestatedNew Barings BDC Advisory Agreement provides that, absent fraud, willful misfeasance, bad faith or gross negligence in the performance of its duties or by reason of the reckless disregard of its duties and obligations, the Adviser, and its officers, managers, partners, agents, employees, controlling persons, members and any other person or entity affiliated with the Adviser (collectively, the “IA Indemnified Parties”), are entitled to indemnification from the Company for any damages, liabilities, costs, demands, charges, claims and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees and amounts reasonably paid in settlement) incurred by the IA Indemnified Parties in or by reason of any pending, threatened or completed action, suit,
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investigation or other proceeding (including an action or suit by or in the right of the Company or its security holders) arising out of any actions or omissions or otherwise based upon the performance of any of the Adviser’s duties or obligations under the Amended and RestatedNew Barings BDC Advisory Agreement or otherwise as an investment adviser of the Company. The Adviser’s services
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under the Amended and RestatedNew Barings BDC Advisory Agreement are not exclusive, and the Adviser is generally free to furnish similar services to other entities so long as its performance under the Amended and RestatedNew Barings BDC Advisory Agreement is not adversely affected.
The Adviser has entered into a personnel-sharing arrangement with its affiliate, Baring International Investment Limited (“BIIL”). BIIL is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Baring Asset Management Limited, which in turn is an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of the Adviser. Pursuant to this arrangement, certain employees of BIIL may serve as “associated persons” of the Adviser and, in this capacity, subject to the oversight and supervision of the Adviser, may provide research and related services, and discretionary investment management and trading services (including acting as portfolio managers) to the Company on behalf of the Adviser. This arrangement is based on no-action letters of the staff of the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) that permit SEC-registered investment advisers to rely on and use the resources of advisory affiliates or "participating affiliates," subject to the supervision of that SEC-registered investment adviser. BIIL is a “participating affiliate” of the Adviser, and the BIIL employees are “associated persons” of the Adviser.
Under the Amended and RestatedNew Barings BDC Advisory Agreement, the Company pays the Adviser (i) a base management fee (the “Base Management Fee”) and (ii) an incentive fee (the “Incentive Fee”) as compensation for the investment advisory and management services it provides the Company thereunder.
Pre-January 1, 2021 Base Management Fee
For the period from January 1, 2020 through December 31, 2020, the Base Management Fee was calculated based on the Company's gross assets, including assets purchased with borrowed funds or other forms of leverage and excluding cash and cash equivalents, at an annual rate of 1.375%.
The Base Management Fee was payable quarterly in arrears on a calendar quarter basis. The Base Management Fee was calculated based on the average value of the Company’s gross assets, excluding cash and cash equivalents, at the end of the two most recently completed calendar quarters prior to the quarter for which such fees are being calculated. Base Management Fees for any partial month or quarter were appropriately pro-rated.
Post-December 31, 2020 Base Management Fee
Beginning January 1, 2021, the Base Management Fee is calculated based on the Company’s gross assets, including the Company’s credit support agreements, assets purchased with borrowed funds or other forms of leverage and excluding cash and cash equivalents, at an annual rate of 1.25%. The Base Management Fee is payable quarterly in arrears on a calendar quarter basis. The Base Management Fee will be calculated based on the average value of the Company’s gross assets, excluding cash and cash equivalents, at the end of the two most recently completed calendar quarters prior to the quarter for which such fees are being calculated. Base Management Fees for any partial month or quarter will be appropriately pro-rated.
For the three and nine months ended September 30,March 31, 2022, the Base Management Fee determined in accordance with the terms of the New Barings BDC Advisory Agreement was approximately $5.9 million. For the three months ended March 31, 2021, the Base Management Fee determined in accordance with the terms of the Amended and Restated Advisory Agreement was approximately $5.3 million and $14.1 million, respectively. For the three and nine months ended, September 30, 2020, the Base Management Fee determined in accordance with the terms of the Original Advisory Agreement was approximately $3.4 million and $10.9 million, respectively.$3.9 million. As of September 30, 2021,March 31, 2022, the Base Management Fee of $5.3$5.9 million for the three months ended September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 was unpaid and included in “Base management fees payable” in the accompanying Unaudited Consolidated Balance Sheet. As of December 31, 2020,2021, the Base Management Fee of $3.4$5.4 million for the three months ended December 31, 20202021 was unpaid and included in “Base management fees payable” in the accompanying Consolidated Balance Sheet.
Pre-January 1, 2021 Incentive Fee
For the period from August 2, 2018 through December 31, 2020, under the Original Advisory Agreement, theThe Incentive Fee was comprised of two parts: (1) a portion based on the Company’s pre-incentive fee net investment income (the "Pre-2021 Income-Based Fee") and (2) a portion based on the net capital gains received on the Company’s portfolio of securities on a cumulative basis for each calendar year, net of all realized capital losses and all unrealized capital depreciation for that same calendar year (the "Pre-2021 Capital Gains Fee").
The Pre-2021 Income-Based Fee was calculated as follows:
(i)For each quarter from and after August 2, 2018 through December 31, 2019 (the "Pre-2020 Period"), the Pre-2021 Income-Based Fee was calculated and payable quarterly in arrears based on the Pre-Incentive Fee Net Investment Income for the immediately preceding calendar quarter for which such fees were being calculated. In respect of the Pre-2020 Period, "Pre-Incentive Fee Net Investment Income" meant interest income, dividend income and any
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other income (including any other fees, such as commitment, origination, structuring, diligence, managerial assistance and consulting fees or other fees that the Company receives from portfolio companies) accrued during the relevant calendar quarter, minus the Company’s operating expenses for such quarter (including the Base Management Fee, expenses payable under the Administration Agreement, any interest expense and any dividends paid on any issued and outstanding preferred stock, but excluding the Incentive Fee). Pre-Incentive Fee Net Investment Income included, in the case of investments with a deferred interest feature (such as original issue discount, debt instruments with payment-in-kind interest and zero coupon securities), accrued income not yet received in cash. Pre-Incentive Fee Net Investment Income did not include any realized capital gains, realized capital losses or unrealized capital appreciation or depreciation.
(ii)For each quarter beginning on and after January 1, 2020 (the "Post-2019 Period"), the Pre-2021 Income-Based Fee was calculated and payable quarterly in arrears based on the Pre-Incentive Fee Net Investment Income for the immediately preceding calendar quarter and the eleven preceding calendar quarters (or such fewer number of preceding calendar quarters counting each calendar quarter beginning on or after January 1, 2020) (each such period referred to as the "Pre-2021 Trailing Twelve Quarters") for which such fees were being calculated and was payable promptly following the filing of the Company’s financial statements for such quarter. In respect of the Post-2019 Period, "Pre-Incentive Fee Net Investment Income" meant interest income, dividend income and any other income (including any other fees, such as commitment, origination, structuring, diligence, managerial assistance and consulting fees or other fees that the Company receives from portfolio companies) accrued during the relevant Pre-2021 Trailing Twelve Quarters, minus the Company’s operating expenses for such Pre-2021 Trailing Twelve Quarters (including the Base Management Fee, expenses payable under the Administration Agreement, any interest expense and any dividends paid on any issued and outstanding preferred stock, but excluding the Incentive Fee) divided by the number of quarters that comprise the relevant Pre-2021 Trailing Twelve Quarters. Pre-Incentive Fee Net Investment Income included, in the case of investments with a deferred interest feature (such as original issue discount, debt instruments with payment-in-kind interest and zero coupon securities), accrued income not yet received in cash. Pre-Incentive Fee Net Investment Income did not include any realized capital gains, realized capital losses or unrealized capital appreciation or depreciation.
(iii)Pre-Incentive Fee Net Investment Income, expressed as a rate of return on the value of the Company’s net assets (defined as total assets less senior securities constituting indebtedness and preferred stock) at the end of the calendar quarter for which such fees were being calculated, was compared to a "hurdle rate", expressed as a rate of return on the value of the Company’s net assets at the end of the most recently completed calendar quarter, of 2% per quarter (8% annualized). The Company paid the Adviser the Pre-2021 Income-Based Fee with respect to the Company’s Pre-Incentive Fee Net Investment Income in each calendar quarter as follows:
(1)(a) With respect to the Pre-2020 Period, no Pre-2021 Income-Based Fee for any calendar quarter in which the Company’s Pre-Incentive Fee Net Investment Income (as defined in paragraph (i) above) did not exceed the hurdle rate;
(b) With respect to the Post-2019 Period, no Pre-2021 Income-Based Fee for any calendar quarter in which the Company’s Pre-Incentive Fee Net Investment Income (as defined in paragraph (ii) above) did not exceed the hurdle rate;
(2)(a) With respect to the Pre-2020 Period, 100% of the Company’s Pre-Incentive Fee Net Investment Income (as defined in paragraph (i) above) for any calendar quarter with respect to that portion of the Pre-Incentive Fee Net Investment Income for such quarter, if any, that exceeded the hurdle rate but was less than 2.5% (10% annualized) (the "Pre-2020 Catch-Up Amount"). The Pre-2020 Catch-Up Amount was intended to provide the Adviser with an incentive fee of 20% on all of the Company’s Pre-Incentive Fee Net Investment Income (as defined in paragraph (i) above) when the Company’s Pre-Incentive Fee Net Investment Income (as defined in paragraph (i) above) reached 2% per quarter (8% annualized);
(b) With respect to the Post-2019 Period, 100% of the Company’s Pre-Incentive Fee Net Investment Income (as defined in paragraph (ii) above) with respect to that portion of the Pre-Incentive Fee Net Investment Income (as defined in paragraph (ii) above), if any, that exceeded the hurdle rate but was less than 2.5% (10% annualized) (the "Post-2019 Catch-Up Amount"). The Post-2019 Catch-Up Amount was intended to provide the Adviser with an incentive fee of 20% on all of the Company’s Pre-Incentive Fee Net Investment Income (as defined in paragraph (ii) above) when the Company’s Pre-Incentive Fee Net Investment Income (as defined in paragraph (ii) above) reached 2% per quarter (8% annualized);
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(3)(a) With respect to the Pre-2020 Period, 20% of the amount of the Company’s Pre-Incentive Fee Net Investment Income (as defined in paragraph (i) above) for any calendar quarter with respect to that portion of the Pre-Incentive Fee Net Investment Income (as defined in paragraph (i) above) for such quarter, if any, that exceeded the Pre-2020 Catch-Up Amount; and
(b) With respect to the Post-2019 Period, 20% of the amount of the Company’s Pre-Incentive Fee Net Investment Income (as defined in paragraph (ii) above) for any calendar quarter with respect to that portion of the Pre-Incentive Fee Net Investment Income (as defined in paragraph (ii) above), if any, that exceeded the Post-2019 Catch-Up Amount.
However, with respect to the Post-2019 Period, the Pre-2021 Income-Based Fee paid to the Adviser would in no event be in excess of the Pre-2021 Incentive Fee Cap. With respect to the Post-2019 Period, the "Pre-2021 Incentive Fee Cap" for any quarter was an amount equal to (a) 20% of the Cumulative Net Return (as defined below) during the relevant Pre-2021 Trailing Twelve Quarters minus (b) the aggregate Pre-2021 Income-Based Fee that was paid in respect of the first eleven calendar quarters (or the portion thereof) included in the relevant Pre-2021 Trailing Twelve Quarters.
Cumulative Net Return meant (x) the aggregate net investment income in respect of the relevant Pre-2021 Trailing Twelve Quarters minus (y) any Net Capital Loss (as defined below), if any, in respect of the relevant Pre-2021 Trailing Twelve Quarters. If, in any quarter, the Pre-2021 Incentive Fee Cap was zero or a negative value, the Company paid no Pre-2021 Income-Based Fee to the Adviser for such quarter. If, in any quarter, the Pre-2021 Incentive Fee Cap for such quarter was a positive value but was less than the Pre-2021 Income-Based Fee that was payable to the Adviser for such quarter (before giving effect to the Pre-2021 Incentive Fee Cap) calculated as described above, the Company paid a Pre-2021 Income-Based Fee to the Adviser equal to the Pre-2021 Incentive Fee Cap for such quarter. If, in any quarter, the Pre-2021 Incentive Fee Cap for such quarter was equal to or greater than the Pre-2021 Income-Based Fee that was payable to the Adviser for such quarter (before giving effect to the Pre-2021 Incentive Fee Cap) calculated as described above, the Company paid an Pre-2021 Income-Based Fee to the Adviser equal to the Pre-2021 Income-Based Fee calculated as described above for such quarter without regard to the Pre-2021 Incentive Fee Cap.
Net Capital Loss in respect of a particular period meant the difference, if positive, between (i) aggregate capital losses, whether realized or unrealized, in such period and (ii) aggregate capital gains, whether realized or unrealized, in such period.
The Pre-2021 Capital Gains Fee was determined and payable in arrears as of the end of each calendar year, commencing with the calendar year ended on December 31, 2018, and was calculated at the end of each applicable year by subtracting (1) the sum of the Company’s cumulative aggregate realized capital losses and aggregate unrealized capital depreciation from (2) the Company’s cumulative aggregate realized capital gains, in each case calculated from August 2, 2018. If such amount was positive at the end of such year, then the Pre-2021 Capital Gains Fee payable for such year was equal to 20% of such amount, less the cumulative aggregate amount of Pre-2021 Capital Gains Fees paid in all prior years. If such amount was negative, then there was no Pre-2021 Capital Gains Fee payable for such year.
Post-December 31, 2020 Incentive Fee
Beginning January 1, 2021, the Incentive Fee continues to consistconsists of two components that are independent of each other, with the result that one component may be payable even if the other is not. Under the Amended and Restated Advisory Agreement, aA portion of the Incentive Fee is based on the Company's income (the “Income-Based Fee”) and a portion is based on the Company's capital gains (the “Capital Gains Fee”), each as described below:
(i) The Income-Based Fee will be determined and paid quarterly in arrears based on the amount by which (x) the aggregate “Pre-Incentive Fee Net Investment Income” (as defined below) in respect of the current calendar quarter and the eleven preceding calendar quarters beginning with the calendar quarter that commences on or after January 1, 2021, as the case may be (or the appropriate portion thereof in the case of any of the Company's first eleven calendar quarters that commences on or after January 1, 2021) (in either case, the “Trailing Twelve Quarters”) exceeds (y) the Hurdle Amount (as defined below) in respect of the Trailing Twelve Quarters. The Hurdle Amount will be determined on a quarterly basis, and will be calculated by multiplying 2.0% (8%2.0625% (8.25% annualized) by the aggregate of the Company's NAV at the beginning of each applicable calendar quarter comprising the relevant Trailing Twelve Quarters. For this purpose, under the Amended and Restated Advisory Agreement, “Pre-Incentive Fee Net Investment Income” means interest income, dividend income and any other income (including, without limitation, any accrued income that we havethe Company has not yet received in cash and any other fees such as commitment, origination, structuring, diligence and consulting fees or other fees that we receivethe Company receives from portfolio companies) accrued during the calendar quarter, minus the Company's operating expenses accrued during the calendar quarter (including, without limitation, the Base Management Fee, administration expenses and any interest expense and dividends paid on any
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issued and outstanding preferred stock, but excluding the Income-Based Fee and the Capital Gains Fee). For the avoidance of doubt, Pre-Incentive Fee Net Investment Income does not include any realized capital gains, realized capital losses or unrealized capital appreciation or depreciation:depreciation.
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The calculation of the Income-Based Fee for each quarter is as follows:
(A) No Income-Based Fee will be payable to the Adviser in any calendar quarter in which the Company's aggregate Pre-Incentive Fee Net Investment Income for the Trailing Twelve Quarters does not exceed the Hurdle Amount;
(B) 100% of the Company's aggregate Pre-Incentive Fee Net Investment Income for the Trailing Twelve Quarters, if any, that exceeds the Hurdle Amount but is less than or equal to an amount (the “Catch-Up Amount”) determined on a quarterly basis by multiplying 2.5% (10%2.578125% (10.3125% annualized) by the aggregate of the Company's NAV at the beginning of each applicable calendar quarter comprising the relevant Trailing Twelve Quarters. The Catch-Up Amount is intended to provide the Adviser with an incentive fee of 20% on all of the Company's Pre-Incentive Fee Net Investment Income when the Company's Pre-Incentive Fee Net Investment Income reaches the Catch-Up Amount for the Trailing Twelve Quarters; and
(C) For any quarter in which the Company's aggregate Pre-Incentive Fee Net Investment Income for the Trailing Twelve Quarters exceeds the Catch-Up Amount, the Income-Based Fee shall equal 20% of the amount of the Company's aggregate Pre-Incentive Fee Net Investment Income for such Trailing Twelve Quarters, as the Hurdle Amount and Catch-Up Amount will have been achieved.
Subject to the Incentive Fee Cap described below, the amount of the Income-Based Fee that will be paid to the Adviser for a particular quarter will equal the excess of the aggregate Income-Based Fee so calculated less the aggregate Income-Based Fees that were paid to the Adviser in the preceding eleven calendar quarters (or portion thereof) comprising the relevant Trailing Twelve Quarters.
(ii) The Income-Based Fee is subject to a cap (the “Incentive Fee Cap”). The Incentive Fee Cap in any quarter is an amount equal to (a) 20% of the Cumulative Pre-Incentive Fee Net Return (as defined below) during the relevant Trailing Twelve Quarters less (b) the aggregate Income-Based Fee that were paid to the Adviser in the preceding eleven calendar quarters (or portion thereof) comprising the relevant Trailing Twelve Quarters. For this purpose, “Cumulative Pre-Incentive Fee Net Return” during the relevant Trailing Twelve Quarters means (x) Pre-Incentive Fee Net Investment Income in respect of the Trailing Twelve Quarters less (y) any Net Capital Loss, if any, in respect of the Trailing Twelve Quarters. If, in any quarter, the Incentive Fee Cap is zero or a negative value, wethe Company will pay no Income-Based Fee to the Adviser in that quarter. If, in any quarter, the Incentive Fee Cap is a positive value but is less than the Income-Based Fee calculated in accordance with paragraph (i) above, wethe Company will pay the Adviser the Incentive Fee Cap for such quarter. If, in any quarter, the Incentive Fee Cap is equal to or greater than the Income-Based Fee calculated in accordance with paragraph (i) above, wethe Company will pay the Adviser the Income-Based Fee for such quarter.
“Net Capital Loss” in respect of a particular period means the difference, if positive, between (i) aggregate capital losses on the Company's assets, whether realized or unrealized, in such period and (ii) aggregate capital gains or other gains on the Company's assets (including, for the avoidance of doubt, the value ascribed to any credit support arrangement in the Company's financial statements even if such value is not categorized as a gain therein), whether realized or unrealized, in such period.
(iii) The second part of the Incentive Fee (the “Capital Gains Fee”) will be determined and payable in arrears as of the end of each calendar year (or upon termination of the Amended and Restated Advisory Agreement)investment advisory agreement), commencing with the calendar year ended on December 31, 2018, and is calculated at the end of each applicable year by subtracting (1) the sum of the Company's cumulative aggregate realized capital losses and aggregate unrealized capital depreciation from (2) the Company's cumulative aggregate realized capital gains, in each case calculated from August 2, 2018. If such amount is positive at the end of such year, then the Capital Gains Fee payable for such year is equal to 20% of such amount, less the cumulative aggregate amount of Capital Gains Fees paid in all prior years commencing with the calendar year ended on December 31, 2018. If such amount is negative, then there is no Capital Gains Fee payable for such year. If this Agreement is terminated as of a date that is not a calendar year end, the termination date will be treated as though it were a calendar year end for purposes of calculating and paying a Capital Gains Fee.
Under the Amended and RestatedNew Barings BDC Advisory Agreement, the "cumulative aggregate realized capital gains" are calculated as the sum of the differences, if positive, between (a) the net sales price of each investment in the Company's portfolio when sold and (b) the accreted or amortized cost basis of such investment.
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The cumulative aggregate realized capital losses are calculated as the sum of the differences, if negative, between (a) the net sales price of each investment in the Company's portfolio when sold and (b) the accreted or amortized cost basis of such investment.
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The aggregate unrealized capital depreciation is calculated as the sum of the differences, if negative, between (a) the valuation of each investment in the Company's portfolio as of the applicable Capital Gains Fee calculation date and (b) the accreted or amortized cost basis of such investment.
Under the Amended and RestatedNew Barings BDC Advisory Agreement, the “accreted or amortized cost basis of an investment” shall mean the accreted or amortized cost basis of such investment as reflected in the Company’s financial statements.
For the three and nine months ended September 30,March 31, 2022, the Income-Based Fee determined in accordance with the terms of the New Barings BDC Advisory Agreement was $4.8 million. For the three months ended March 31, 2021, the Income-Based Fee determined in accordance with the terms of the Amended and Restated Advisory Agreement was $4.4 million and $10.7 million, respectively.$2.7 million. As of September 30, 2021,March 31, 2022, the Income-Based Fee of $4.4$4.8 million was unpaid and included in “Incentive management fees payable” in the accompanying Unaudited Consolidated Balance Sheet. The Company did not pay any Pre-2021As of December 31, 2021, the Income-Based Fee of $4.1 million for the three or nine months ended September 30, 2020.December 31, 2021 was unpaid and included in “Incentive management fees payable” in the accompanying Consolidated Balance Sheet.
The Company did not incur any capital gains fees for either of the three or nine months ended September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 or 2020.2021.
Payment of Company Expenses
Under the Amended and RestatedNew Barings BDC Advisory Agreement, all investment professionals of the Adviser and its staff, when and to the extent engaged in providing services required to be provided by the Adviser under the Amended and RestatedNew Barings BDC Advisory Agreement, and the compensation and routine overhead expenses of such personnel allocable to such services, are provided and paid for by the Adviser and not by the Company, except that all costs and expenses relating to the Company's operations and transactions, including, without limitation, those items listed in the Amended and RestatedNew Barings BDC Advisory Agreement, will be borne by the Company.
Administration Agreement
Under the terms of the Administration Agreement, the Adviser performs (or oversees, or arranges for, the performance of) the administrative services necessary for the operation of the Company, including, but not limited to, office facilities, equipment, clerical, bookkeeping and record-keeping services at such office facilities and such other services as the Adviser, subject to review by the Board, from time to time, determines to be necessary or useful to perform its obligations under the Administration Agreement. The Adviser also, on behalf of the Company and subject to oversight by the Board, arranges for the services of, and oversees, custodians, depositories, transfer agents, dividend disbursing agents, other stockholder servicing agents, accountants, attorneys, valuation experts, underwriters, brokers and dealers, corporate fiduciaries, insurers, banks and such other persons in any such other capacity deemed to be necessary or desirable.
The Company will reimburse Barings for the costs and expenses incurred by it in performing its obligations and providing personnel and facilities under the Administration Agreement in an amount to be negotiated and mutually agreed to by the Company and Barings quarterly in arrears. In no event will the agreed-upon quarterly expense amount exceed the amount of expenses that would otherwise be reimbursable by the Company under the Administration Agreement for the applicable quarterly period, and Barings will not be entitled to the recoupment of any amounts in excess of the agreed-upon quarterly expense amount. The costs and expenses incurred by the Adviser on behalf of the Company under the Administration Agreement include, but are not limited to:
the allocable portion of the Adviser’s rent for the Company’s Chief Financial Officer and the Chief Compliance Officer and their respective staffs, which is based upon the allocable portion of the usage thereof by such personnel in connection with their performance of administrative services under the Administration Agreement;
the allocable portion of the salaries, bonuses, benefits and expenses of the Company’s Chief Financial Officer and Chief Compliance Officer and their respective staffs, which is based upon the allocable portion of the time spent by such personnel in connection with performing administrative services for the Company under the Administration Agreement;
the actual cost of goods and services used for the Company and obtained by the Adviser from entities not affiliated with the Company, which is reasonably allocated to the Company on the basis of assets, revenues, time records or other methods conforming with generally accepted accounting principles;
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all fees, costs and expenses associated with the engagement of a sub-administrator, if any; and
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costs associated with (a) the monitoring and preparation of regulatory reporting, including registration statements and amendments thereto, prospectus supplements,filings with the SEC and tax reporting, (b) the coordination and oversight of service provider activities and the direct cost of such contractual matters related thereto and (c) the preparation of all financial statements and the coordination and oversight of audits, regulatory inquiries, certifications and sub-certifications.
For the three and nine months ended September 30,March 31, 2022 and March 31, 2021, the Company incurred and was invoiced by the Adviser for expenses of approximately $0.8$1.0 million and $1.8$0.5 million respectively, under the terms of the Administration Agreement, which amounts are included in “General and administrative expenses” in the accompanying Unaudited Consolidated Statements of Operations. For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2020, the Company incurred and was invoiced by the Adviser for expenses of approximately $0.3 million and $0.9 million, respectively, under the terms of the Administration Agreement, which amounts are included in “General and administrative expenses” in the accompanying Unaudited Consolidated Statements of Operations. As of September 30, 2021,March 31, 2022, the administrative expenses of $0.8$1.0 million for the three months ended September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 were unpaid and included in “Administrative fees payable” in the accompanying Unaudited Consolidated Balance Sheet. As of December 31, 2020,2021, the administrative expenses of $0.7$0.8 million incurred for the three months ended December 31, 20202021 were unpaid and included in “Administrative fees payable” in the accompanying Consolidated Balance Sheet.
MVC Credit Support Agreement
In connection with the MVC Acquisition, on December 23, 2020, promptly following the closing of the Company’s merger with MVC, the Company entered into a Credit Support Agreement (the “Credit“MVC Credit Support Agreement”) with the Adviser, pursuant to which the Adviser has agreed to provide credit support to the Company in the amount of up to $23.0 million relating to the net cumulative realized and unrealized losses on the acquired MVC investment portfolio over a 10-year period. A summary of the material terms of the MVC Credit Support Agreement are as follows:
The MVC Credit Support Agreement covers all of the investments in the MVC Reference Portfolio.
The Adviser has an obligation to provide credit support to the Company in an amount equal to the excess of (1) the aggregate realized and unrealized losses on the MVC Reference Portfolio over (2) the aggregate realized and unrealized gains on the MVC Reference Portfolio, in each case from the date of the closing of the Company’s merger with MVC through the MVC Designated Settlement Date (up to a $23.0 million cap) (such amount, the “Covered“MVC Covered Losses”). For purposes of the MVC Credit Support Agreement, “Designated“MVC Designated Settlement Date” means the earlier of (1) January 1, 2031 and (2) the date on which the entire MVC Reference Portfolio has been realized or written off. No credit support is required to be made by the Adviser to the Company under the MVC Credit Support Agreement if the aggregate realized and unrealized gains on the MVC Reference Portfolio exceed realized and unrealized losses of the MVC Reference Portfolio on the MVC Designated Settlement Date.
The Adviser will settle any credit support obligation under the MVC Credit Support Agreement as follows. If the MVC Covered Losses are greater than $0.00, then, in satisfaction of the Adviser’s obligation set forth in the MVC Credit Support Agreement, the Adviser will irrevocably waive during the MVC Waiver Period (as defined below) (1) the incentive fees payable under the New Barings BDC Advisory Agreement (including any incentive fee calculated on an annual basis during the MVC Waiver Period), and (2) in the event that MVC Covered Losses exceed such incentive fee, the base management fees payable under the New Barings BDC Advisory Agreement. The “MVC Waiver Period” means the four quarterly measurement periods immediately following the quarter in which the MVC Designated Settlement Date occurs. If the MVC Covered Losses exceed the aggregate amount of incentive fees and base management fees waived by the Adviser during the MVC Waiver Period, then, on the date on which the last incentive fee or base management fee payment would otherwise be due during the MVC Waiver Period, the Adviser shall make a cash payment to the Company equal to the positive difference between the MVC Covered Losses and the aggregate amount of incentive fees and base management fees previously waived by the Adviser during the MVC Waiver Period.
The MVC Credit Support Agreement and the rights of the Company thereunder shall automatically terminate if the Adviser (or an affiliate of the Adviser) ceases to serve as the investment adviser to the Company or any successor thereto, other than as a result of the voluntary termination by the Adviser of its investment advisory agreement with the Company. In the event of such a voluntary termination by the Adviser of the then-current investment advisory agreement with the Company, the Adviser will remain obligated to provide the credit support contemplated by the MVC Credit Support Agreement. In the event of a non-voluntary termination of the advisory agreement or its expiration (due to non-renewal by the Board), the Adviser will have no obligations under the MVC Credit Support Agreement.
The MVC Credit Support Agreement is intended to give stockholders of the combined company following the MVC Acquisition downside protection from net cumulative realized and unrealized losses on the acquired MVC portfolio and insulate the combined company’s stockholders from potential value volatility and losses in MVC’s portfolio following the closing of the MVC Acquisition. There is no fee or other payment by the Company to the Adviser or any of its affiliates in connection with
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the MVC Credit Support Agreement. Any cash payment from the Adviser to the Company under the MVC Credit Support Agreement will be excluded from the Company’s incentive fee calculations under the New Barings BDC Advisory Agreement.
When the Company and the Adviser entered into the MVC Credit Support Agreement, it was accounted for as a deemed contribution from the Adviser and was included in "Additional paid-in capital" in the accompanying Unaudited Consolidated Balance Sheet and Consolidated Balance Sheet. In addition, the MVC Credit Support Agreement is accounted for as a derivative in accordance with ASC 815, Derivatives and Hedging, and is included in “Credit support agreements” in the accompanying Unaudited Consolidated Balance Sheet and Consolidated Balance Sheet.
Sierra Credit Support Agreement
In connection with the Sierra Acquisition, on February 25, 2022, promptly following the closing of the Company’s merger with Sierra, the Company entered into a Credit Support Agreement (the “Sierra Credit Support Agreement”) with the Adviser, pursuant to which the Adviser has agreed to provide credit support to the Company in the amount of up to $100.0 million relating to the net cumulative realized and unrealized losses on the acquired Sierra investment portfolio over a 10-year period. A summary of the material terms of the Sierra Credit Support Agreement are as follows:
The Sierra Credit Support Agreement covers all of the investments in the Sierra Reference Portfolio.
The Adviser has an obligation to provide credit support to the Company in an amount equal to the excess of (1) the aggregate realized and unrealized losses on the Sierra Reference Portfolio less (2) the aggregate realized and unrealized gains on the Sierra Reference Portfolio, in each case from the date of the closing of the Company’s merger with Sierra through the Designated Settlement Date (up to a $100.0 million cap) (such amount, the “Covered Losses”). For purposes of the Sierra Credit Support Agreement, “Designated Settlement Date” means the earlier of (1) April 1, 2032 and (2) the date on which the entire Sierra Reference Portfolio has been realized or written off. No credit support is required to be made by the Adviser to the Company under the Sierra Credit Support Agreement if the aggregate realized and unrealized gains on the Sierra Reference Portfolio exceed realized and unrealized losses of the Sierra Reference Portfolio on the Designated Settlement Date.
The Adviser will settle any credit support obligation under the Sierra Credit Support Agreement as follows. If the Covered Losses are greater than $0.00, then, in satisfaction of the Adviser’s obligation set forth in the Sierra Credit Support Agreement, the Adviser will irrevocably waive during the Waiver Period (as defined below) (1) the incentive fees payable under the Amended and RestatedNew Barings BDC Advisory Agreement (including any incentive fee calculated on an annual basis during the Waiver Period), and (2) in the event that Covered Losses exceed such incentive fee, the base management fees payable under the Amended and RestatedNew Barings BDC Advisory Agreement. The “Waiver Period” means the four quarterly measurement periods immediately following the quarter in which the Designated Settlement Date occurs. If the Covered Losses exceed the aggregate amount of incentive fees and base management fees waived by the Adviser during the Waiver Period, then, on the date on which the last incentive fee or base management fee payment would otherwise be due during the Waiver Period, the Adviser shall make a cash payment to the Company equal to the positive difference between the Covered Losses and the aggregate amount of incentive fees and base management fees previously waived by the Adviser during the Waiver Period.
The Sierra Credit Support Agreement and the rights of the Company thereunder shall automatically terminate if the Adviser (or an affiliate of the Adviser) ceases to serve as the investment adviser to the Company or any successor thereto, other than as a result of the voluntary termination by the Adviser of its investment advisory agreement with the Company. In the event of such a voluntary termination by the Adviser of the then-current investment advisory agreement with the Company, the Adviser will remain obligated to provide the credit support contemplated by the Sierra Credit Support Agreement. In the event of a non-voluntary termination of the advisory agreement or its expiration (due to non-renewal by the Board), the Adviser will have no obligations under the Sierra Credit Support Agreement.
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The Sierra Credit Support Agreement is intended to give stockholders of the combined company following the MVCSierra Acquisition downside protection from net cumulative realized and unrealized losses on the acquired MVCSierra portfolio and insulate the combined company’s stockholders from potential value volatility and losses in MVC’sSierra’s portfolio following the closing of the MVC Acquisition.Company’s merger with Sierra. There is no fee or other payment by the Company to the Adviser or any of its affiliates in connection with the Sierra Credit Support Agreement. Any cash payment from the Adviser to the Company under the Sierra Credit Support Agreement will be excluded from the Company’scombined company’s incentive fee calculations under the Amended and RestatedNew Barings BDC Advisory Agreement.
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When the Company and the Adviser entered into the Sierra Credit Support Agreement, it was accounted for as a deemed contribution from the Adviser and iswas included in "Additional paid-in capital" in the accompanying Unaudited Consolidated Balance Sheet and Consolidated Balance Sheet. In addition, the Sierra Credit Support Agreement is accounted for as a derivative in accordance with ASC 815, Derivatives and Hedging, and is included in "Credit support agreement" in the accompanying Unaudited Consolidated Balance Sheet and Consolidated Balance Sheet.
3. INVESTMENTS
Portfolio Composition
The Company invests predominately in senior secured private debt investments in well-established middle-market businesses that operate across a wide range of industries, as well as syndicated senior secured loans, structured product investments, bonds and other fixed income securities. Structured product investments include collateralized loan obligations and asset-backed securities. The Adviser's existing SEC co-investment exemptive relief under the 1940 Act permits the Company and the Adviser's affiliated private funds and SEC-registeredSEC regulated funds to co-invest in loans originated by the Adviser, which allows the Adviser to efficiently implement its senior secured private debt investment strategy for the Company.
The cost basis of the Company's debt investments includes any unamortized purchased premium or discount, unamortized loan origination fees and PIK interest, if any. Summaries of the composition of the Company’s investment portfolio at cost and fair value, and as a percentage of total investments and net assets, are shown in the following tables:
CostPercentage of
Total Portfolio
Fair ValuePercentage of
Total Portfolio
Percentage of
Total
Net Assets
September 30, 2021:
($ in thousands)($ in thousands)CostPercentage of
Total Portfolio
Fair ValuePercentage of
Total Portfolio
Percentage of
Total
Net Assets
March 31, 2022:March 31, 2022:
Senior debt and 1st lien notes
Senior debt and 1st lien notes
$1,155,679,769 71 %$1,162,119,382 70 %156 %
Senior debt and 1st lien notes
$1,560,223 65 %$1,555,746 65 %118 %
Subordinated debt and 2nd lien notes
Subordinated debt and 2nd lien notes
192,870,460 12 190,426,410 12 26 
Subordinated debt and 2nd lien notes
346,381 14 317,643 13 24 
Structured productsStructured products18,207,625 20,794,178 Structured products84,056 82,014 
Equity sharesEquity shares137,240,410 141,945,560 19 Equity shares170,691 219,466 17 
Equity warrantsEquity warrants1,111,602 — 898,443 — — Equity warrants174 — 156 — — 
Investment in joint ventures / PE fundInvestment in joint ventures / PE fund78,602,532 86,298,947 11 Investment in joint ventures / PE fund230,076 10 228,400 10 17 
Short-term investments50,000,000 50,000,000 
$1,633,712,398 100 %$1,652,482,920 100 %222 %
December 31, 2020:
$2,391,601 100 %$2,403,425 100 %182 %
December 31, 2021:December 31, 2021:
Senior debt and 1st lien notes
Senior debt and 1st lien notes
$1,167,436,742 79 %$1,171,250,512 79 %163 %
Senior debt and 1st lien notes
$1,217,899 68 %$1,221,598 68 %165 %
Subordinated debt and 2nd lien notes
Subordinated debt and 2nd lien notes
137,776,808 138,767,120 19 
Subordinated debt and 2nd lien notes
253,551 14 240,037 13 32 
Structured productsStructured products30,071,808 32,508,845 Structured products37,055 40,271 
Equity sharesEquity shares44,693,645 44,651,114 Equity shares145,791 154,477 21 
Equity warrantsEquity warrants1,235,383 — 1,300,197 — — Equity warrants1,111 — 1,107 — — 
Investment in joint ventures / PE fundInvestment in joint ventures / PE fund39,282,532 41,759,922 Investment in joint ventures / PE fund132,417 143,104 19 
Short-term investments65,558,227 65,558,227 
$1,486,055,145 100 %$1,495,795,937 100 %208 %
$1,787,824 100 %$1,800,594 100 %243 %

During the three months ended March 31, 2022, the Company made 22 new investments totaling $229.3 million, purchased $442.2 million of investments as part of the Sierra Acquisition, made investments in existing portfolio companies totaling $89.3 million and made additional investments in joint venture equity portfolio companies totaling $11.7 million. During the three months ended March 31, 2021, the Company made 18 new investments totaling $172.2 million, made investments in existing portfolio companies totaling $73.2 million, made one new joint venture equity investment totaling $4.5 million and made additional investments in existing joint venture equity portfolio companies totaling $25.0 million.
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During the three months ended September 30, 2021, the Company made 19 new investments totaling $122.1 million, made investments in existing portfolio companies totaling $60.3 million, made additional investments in existing joint venture equity portfolio companies totaling $3.8 million and made an $89.8 million equity co-investment alongside certain affiliates in a portfolio company focused on directly originated, senior-secured asset-based loans to middle-market companies. During the nine months ended September 30, 2021, the Company made 59 new investments totaling $529.9 million, made investments in existing portfolio companies totaling $156.3 million, made a net new joint venture equity investment totaling $9.3 million, additional investments in joint venture equity portfolio companies totaling $30.0 million and made an $89.8 million equity co-investment alongside certain affiliates in a portfolio company focused on directly originated, senior-secured asset-based loans to middle-market companies.Industry Composition
During the three months ended September 30, 2020, the Company made 15 new investments totaling $127.3 million, nine investments in existing portfolio companies totaling $16.3 million and an additional investment in one joint venture equity portfolio company totaling $1.6 million. During the nine months ended September 30, 2020, the Company made 47 new investments totaling $263.9 million, investments in 18 existing portfolio companies totaling $39.8 million, one new joint venture equity investment totaling $3.1 million and an additional investment in one joint venture equity portfolio company totaling $5.0 million.
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The industry composition of investments at fair value at September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2020,2021, excluding short-term investments, was as follows:
September 30, 2021December 31, 2020
Aerospace and Defense$99,448,730 6.2 %$82,501,170 5.8 %
Automotive83,735,660 5.2 61,581,980 4.3 
Banking, Finance, Insurance and Real Estate172,802,696 10.8 99,099,552 6.9 
Beverage, Food and Tobacco24,450,995 1.5 15,404,126 1.1 
Capital Equipment18,622,632 1.2 30,899,579 2.2 
Chemicals, Plastics, and Rubber30,027,994 1.9 32,378,972 2.3 
Construction and Building58,843,233 3.7 59,861,616 4.2 
Consumer goods: Durable34,209,531 2.1 38,165,784 2.7 
Consumer goods: Non-durable32,470,187 2.0 28,081,580 2.0 
Containers, Packaging and Glass10,075,403 0.6 9,018,983 0.6 
Energy: Electricity11,459,789 0.7 17,627,935 1.2 
Energy: Oil and Gas3,970,831 0.2 788,105 0.1 
Environmental Services5,679,198 0.3 — — 
Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals94,396,492 5.9 142,708,050 10.0 
High Tech Industries166,155,701 10.4 152,413,985 10.6 
Hotel, Gaming and Leisure17,504,174 1.1 10,682,093 0.7 
Investment Funds and Vehicles86,298,947 5.4 41,759,922 2.9 
Media: Advertising, Printing and Publishing67,557,194 4.2 54,123,033 3.8 
Media: Broadcasting and Subscription5,667,110 0.4 6,464,741 0.4 
Media: Diversified and Production38,318,298 2.4 48,200,216 3.4 
Metals and Mining10,714,730 0.7 17,857,236 1.2 
Retail— — 1,983,083 0.1 
Services: Business315,121,713 19.7 209,974,914 14.7 
Services: Consumer58,667,523 3.7 54,450,324 3.8 
Structured Products20,794,178 1.3 32,508,845 2.3 
Telecommunications30,684,989 1.9 43,021,001 3.0 
Transportation: Cargo79,264,328 4.9 91,132,943 6.4 
Transportation: Consumer4,941,125 0.3 — — 
Utilities: Electric9,028,422 0.6 8,987,929 0.6 
Utilities: Oil and Gas11,571,117 0.7 11,645,956 0.8 
Wholesale— — 26,914,057 1.9 
Total$1,602,482,920 100.0 %$1,430,237,710 100.0 %
($ in thousands)March 31, 2022December 31, 2021
Aerospace and Defense$154,797 6.4 %$91,129 5.1 %
Automotive77,203 3.2 55,875 3.1 
Banking, Finance, Insurance and Real Estate243,595 10.1 208,397 11.6 
Beverage, Food and Tobacco38,294 1.6 38,985 2.2 
Capital Equipment41,492 1.7 42,916 2.4 
Chemicals, Plastics, and Rubber49,249 2.1 32,234 1.8 
Construction and Building64,628 2.7 62,083 3.4 
Consumer goods: Durable77,265 3.2 47,316 2.6 
Consumer goods: Non-durable28,497 1.2 28,306 1.6 
Containers, Packaging and Glass30,662 1.3 10,218 0.6 
Energy: Electricity7,270 0.3 12,190 0.7 
Energy: Oil and Gas6,674 0.3 5,774 0.3 
Environmental Industries8,012 0.3 8,081 0.4 
Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals186,429 7.8 134,286 7.5 
High Tech Industries248,659 10.3 139,590 7.7 
Hotel, Gaming and Leisure58,384 2.4 27,553 1.5 
Investment Funds and Vehicles228,400 9.5 143,104 7.9 
Media: Advertising, Printing and Publishing45,096 1.9 46,414 2.6 
Media: Broadcasting and Subscription7,429 0.3 7,441 0.4 
Media: Diversified and Production48,175 2.0 52,887 2.9 
Metals and Mining14,731 0.6 10,684 0.6 
Retail1,998 0.1 — — 
Services: Business419,154 17.4 342,758 19.0 
Services: Consumer82,068 3.4 65,801 3.7 
Structured Products82,014 3.4 24,662 1.4 
Telecommunications34,725 1.5 45,182 2.5 
Transportation: Cargo88,033 3.7 86,964 4.8 
Transportation: Consumer11,917 0.5 12,231 0.7 
Utilities: Electric12,835 0.5 12,857 0.7 
Utilities: Oil and Gas4,707 0.2 4,677 0.3 
Wholesale1,033 — — — 
Total$2,403,425 100.0 %$1,800,594 100.0 %
Jocassee Partners LLC
On May 8, 2019, the Company entered into an agreement with South Carolina Retirement Systems Group Trust ("SCRS") to create and co-manage Jocassee Partners LLC ("Jocassee"), a joint venture, which invests in a highly diversified asset mix including senior secured, middle-market, private debt investments, syndicated senior secured loans and structured product investments. The Company and SCRS committed to initially provide $50.0 million and $500.0 million, respectively, of equity capital to Jocassee. Equity contributions will be called from each member on a pro-rata basis, based on their equity commitments.
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The total value of Jocassee’s investment portfolio was $1,141.6$1,366.6 million as of September 30, 2021,March 31, 2022, as compared to $869.6$1,258.2 million as of December 31, 2020.2021. As of September 30, 2021,March 31, 2022, Jocassee’s investments had an aggregate cost of $1,123.3$1,376.0 million, as compared to $839.5$1,242.2 million as of December 31, 2020.2021. As of September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2020, the Jocassee investment portfolio consisted of the following investments:
CostPercentage of
Total
Portfolio
Fair ValuePercentage of
Total
Portfolio
September 30, 2021:
Senior debt and 1st lien notes
$973,974,678 87 %$982,834,210 86 %
Subordinated debt and 2nd lien notes18,872,154 %19,259,003 %
Structured products4,568,790 — %5,226,052 — %
Equity shares5,757,210 — %4,350,284 — %
Equity warrants31,451 — %84,997 — %
Investment in joint ventures99,320,000 %109,008,315 10 %
Short-term investments20,802,411 %20,802,411 %
$1,123,326,694 100 %$1,141,565,272 100 %
December 31, 2020:
Senior debt and 1st lien notes
$686,341,760 81 %$714,747,405 82 %
Subordinated debt and 2nd lien notes10,079,164 10,170,127 
Structured products22,981,004 25,626,147 
Equity shares6,964,845 5,829,554 
Equity warrants31,451 — 51,515 — 
Investment in joint ventures90,000,000 11 90,106,560 10 
Short-term investments23,093,064 23,093,055 
$839,491,288 100 %$869,624,363 100 %
As of September 30, 2021, and December 31, 2020, the weighted average yield on the principal amount of Jocassee’s outstanding debt investments was approximately 4.9%5.4% and 4.4%5.3%, respectively. The weighted average yield on the principal amountAs of all of Jocassee’s outstanding investments (including equity and equity-linked investments and short-term investments) was approximately 4.4% and 3.8% as of September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2020, respectively.2021, the Jocassee investment portfolio consisted of the following investments:
($ in thousands)CostPercentage of
Total
Portfolio
Fair ValuePercentage of
Total
Portfolio
March 31, 2022:
Senior debt and 1st lien notes
$1,213,599 88 %$1,201,499 88 %
Subordinated debt and 2nd lien notes22,657 %22,709 %
Structured products4,041 — %4,405 — %
Equity shares5,031 — %3,487 — %
Equity warrants31 — %25 — %
Investment in joint ventures117,952 %121,813 %
Short-term investments12,689 %12,689 %
$1,376,000 100 %$1,366,627 100 %
December 31, 2021:
Senior debt and 1st lien notes
$1,084,502 87 %$1,085,172 86 %
Subordinated debt and 2nd lien notes23,607 24,011 
Structured products4,569 — 5,410 
Equity shares5,448 3,887 — 
Equity warrants31 — 75 — 
Investment in joint ventures111,490 127,092 10 
Short-term investments12,572 12,572 
$1,242,219 100 %$1,258,219 100 %

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The industry composition of Jocassee’s investments at fair value at September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2020,2021, excluding short-term investments, was as follows:
September 30, 2021December 31, 2020
($ in thousands)($ in thousands)March 31, 2022December 31, 2021
Aerospace and DefenseAerospace and Defense$58,735,552 5.2 %$21,044,217 2.5 %Aerospace and Defense$71,608 5.3 %$71,857 5.8 %
AutomotiveAutomotive13,632,695 1.2 15,520,985 1.8 Automotive26,133 1.9 18,626 1.5 
Banking, Finance, Insurance and Real EstateBanking, Finance, Insurance and Real Estate96,106,329 8.6 80,759,836 9.6 Banking, Finance, Insurance and Real Estate110,522 8.2 109,961 8.8 
Beverage, Food and TobaccoBeverage, Food and Tobacco31,113,536 2.8 24,931,070 2.9 Beverage, Food and Tobacco30,457 2.3 30,352 2.4 
Capital EquipmentCapital Equipment19,361,668 1.7 19,953,788 2.4 Capital Equipment27,322 2.0 17,006 1.4 
Chemicals, Plastics, and RubberChemicals, Plastics, and Rubber26,258,802 2.3 26,419,508 3.1 Chemicals, Plastics, and Rubber26,593 2.0 24,665 2.0 
Construction and BuildingConstruction and Building14,496,449 1.3 14,979,023 1.8 Construction and Building14,293 1.1 14,506 1.2 
Consumer goods: DurableConsumer goods: Durable12,251,005 1.1 14,256,411 1.7 Consumer goods: Durable18,919 1.4 10,294 0.8 
Consumer goods: Non-durableConsumer goods: Non-durable24,357,209 2.2 4,749,797 0.6 Consumer goods: Non-durable23,635 1.7 23,886 1.9 
Containers, Packaging and GlassContainers, Packaging and Glass30,622,583 2.7 16,742,506 2.0 Containers, Packaging and Glass26,847 2.0 25,277 2.0 
Energy: ElectricityEnergy: Electricity3,013,016 0.3 5,897,687 0.7 Energy: Electricity15,450 1.1 10,571 0.8 
Energy: Oil and GasEnergy: Oil and Gas5,082,872 0.4 4,602,739 0.5 Energy: Oil and Gas4,803 0.4 5,091 0.4 
Environmental IndustriesEnvironmental Industries7,633,111 0.7 2,697,765 0.3 Environmental Industries7,453 0.6 7,563 0.6 
Forest Products & PaperForest Products & Paper477,258 — — — Forest Products & Paper450 — 475 — 
Healthcare and PharmaceuticalsHealthcare and Pharmaceuticals136,065,412 12.1 84,624,495 10.0 Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals143,056 10.6 128,495 10.3 
High Tech IndustriesHigh Tech Industries142,874,159 12.7 75,759,051 8.9 High Tech Industries172,972 12.8 171,960 13.8 
Hotel, Gaming and LeisureHotel, Gaming and Leisure44,568,617 4.0 49,013,967 5.8 Hotel, Gaming and Leisure31,228 2.3 35,383 2.8 
Investment Funds and VehiclesInvestment Funds and Vehicles109,008,315 9.7 90,106,560 10.6 Investment Funds and Vehicles121,813 9.0 127,092 10.2 
Media: Advertising, Printing and PublishingMedia: Advertising, Printing and Publishing16,448,708 1.5 9,761,091 1.2 Media: Advertising, Printing and Publishing21,336 1.6 18,423 1.5 
Media: Broadcasting and SubscriptionMedia: Broadcasting and Subscription34,656,694 3.1 40,885,203 4.8 Media: Broadcasting and Subscription36,877 2.7 37,840 3.0 
Media: Diversified and ProductionMedia: Diversified and Production22,280,046 2.0 12,950,796 1.5 Media: Diversified and Production29,558 2.2 21,059 1.7 
Metals and MiningMetals and Mining5,809,587 0.5 1,645,763 0.2 Metals and Mining5,761 0.4 5,792 0.5 
RetailRetail15,847,552 1.4 15,962,027 1.9 Retail14,759 1.1 14,420 1.2 
Services: BusinessServices: Business107,418,605 9.6 87,474,340 10.3 Services: Business192,948 14.2 151,723 12.2 
Services: ConsumerServices: Consumer48,356,109 4.3 40,177,219 4.7 Services: Consumer54,858 4.0 55,156 4.4 
Structured ProductStructured Product5,226,052 0.5 17,515,085 2.1 Structured Product4,405 0.3 5,409 0.4 
TelecommunicationsTelecommunications46,257,109 4.1 48,768,364 5.8 Telecommunications43,168 3.2 36,036 2.9 
Transportation: CargoTransportation: Cargo29,756,525 2.7 4,927,508 0.6 Transportation: Cargo54,161 4.0 49,103 3.9 
Transportation: ConsumerTransportation: Consumer6,521,401 0.6 7,730,907 0.9 Transportation: Consumer12,390 0.9 6,546 0.5 
Utilities: ElectricUtilities: Electric5,577,893 0.5 5,720,376 0.7 Utilities: Electric3,248 0.2 3,265 0.3 
Utilities: Oil and GasUtilities: Oil and Gas6,915 0.5 6,870 0.6 
WholesaleWholesale947,992 0.1 953,224 0.1 Wholesale— — 945 0.1 
TotalTotal$1,120,762,861 100.0 %$846,531,308 100.0 %Total$1,353,938 100.0 %$1,245,647 100.0 %
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The geographic composition of Jocassee’s investments at fair value at September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2020,2021, excluding short-term investments, was as follows:
September 30, 2021December 31, 2020
($ in thousands)($ in thousands)March 31, 2022December 31, 2021
AustraliaAustralia$14,007,413 1.2 %$— — %Australia$37,405 2.8 %$16,509 1.3 %
AustriaAustria1,134,809 0.1 1,181,240 0.1 Austria7,054 0.5 1,115 0.1 
BelgiumBelgium16,684,896 1.5 3,940,942 0.5 Belgium17,234 1.3 14,814 1.2 
CanadaCanada8,549,772 0.8 5,691,085 0.7 Canada8,413 0.6 8,507 0.7 
DenmarkDenmark3,450,136 0.3 4,839,238 0.6 Denmark1,105 0.1 6,960 0.6 
FinlandFinland2,317,367 0.2 2,328,122 0.3 Finland2,220 0.2 47,992 3.9 
FranceFrance118,164,658 10.5 77,599,427 9.1 France130,483 9.6 3,391 0.3 
GermanyGermany37,120,042 3.3 41,184,179 4.9 Germany43,386 3.2 6,357 0.5 
Hong KongHong Kong4,779 0.4 2,272 0.2 
IrelandIreland2,312,105 0.2 2,440,052 0.3 Ireland4,045 0.3 123,816 9.9 
ItalyItaly927,403 0.1 607,762 0.1 Italy— — 113,896 9.1 
LuxembourgLuxembourg2,352,386 0.2 2,512,059 0.3 Luxembourg1,198 0.1 4,766 0.4 
NetherlandsNetherlands37,070,828 3.3 26,905,224 3.2 Netherlands37,569 2.8 3,744 0.3 
PanamaPanama964,787 0.1 965,149 0.1 Panama956 0.1 — — 
SingaporeSingapore4,936 0.3 — — 
SpainSpain8,764,999 0.8 11,163,151 1.3 Spain4,632 0.3 1,225 0.1 
SwedenSweden5,490,158 0.5 13,169,200 1.6 Sweden5,154 0.4 32,150 2.6 
SwitzerlandSwitzerland10,901,034 1.0 13,208,446 1.6 Switzerland6,826 0.4 965 0.1 
United KingdomUnited Kingdom102,236,613 9.1 76,748,680 9.0 United Kingdom126,637 9.4 5,305 0.4 
USAUSA748,313,454 66.8 562,047,352 66.3 USA909,906 67.2 851,863 68.4 
TotalTotal$1,120,762,861 100.0 %$846,531,308 100.0 %Total$1,353,938 100 %$1,245,647 100 %
Jocassee’s subscription facility with Bank of America N.A., which is non-recourse to the Company, had approximately $87.4$129.3 million and $204.9$176.3 million outstanding as of September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2020,2021, respectively. Jocassee’s credit facility with Citibank, N.A., which is non-recourse to the Company, had approximately $316.3$347.9 million and $113.1$342.8 million outstanding as of September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2020,2021, respectively. Jocassee’s term debt securitization, which is non-recourse to the Company, had approximately $323.0 million and $302.3$323.1 million outstanding as of September 30, 2021both March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2020, respectively.2021.
The Company may sell portions of its investments via assignment to Jocassee. Since inception, as of September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2020,2021, the Company had sold $500.6$830.8 million and $162.2$698.5 million, respectively, of its investments to Jocassee. For the three months ended March 31, 2022 and March 31, 2021, the Company realized a loss on the sales of its investments to Jocassee of $0.2 million and $0.3 million, respectively. As of September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2020,2021, the Company had $61.1$180.0 million and $44.2$216.9 million, respectively, in unsettled receivables due from Jocassee that were included in "Receivable from unsettled transactions" in the accompanying Unaudited and Audited Consolidated Balance Sheets. The sale of the investments met the criteria set forth in ASC 860, Transfers and Servicing for treatment as a sale and satisfies the following conditions:
Assigned investments have been isolated from the Company, and put presumptively beyond the reach of the Company and its creditors, even in bankruptcy or other receivership;
each participant has the right to pledge or exchange the assigned investments it received, and no condition both constrains the participant from taking advantage of its right to pledge or exchange and provides more than a trivial benefit to the Company; and
the Company, its consolidated affiliates or its agents do not maintain effective control over the assigned investments through either: (i) an agreement that entitles and/or obligates the Company to repurchase or redeem the assets before maturity, or (ii) the ability to unilaterally cause the holder to return specific assets, other than through a cleanup call.
The Company has determined that Jocassee is an investment company under ASC, Topic 946, Financial Services - Investment Companies, however, in accordance with such guidance, the Company will generally not consolidate its investment
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in a company other than a substantially wholly owned investment company subsidiary, which is an extension of the operations of the Company, or a controlled operating company whose business consists of providing services to the Company. The
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Company does not consolidate its interest in Jocassee as it is not a substantially wholly owned investment company subsidiary. In addition, Jocassee is not an operating company and the Company does not control Jocassee due to the allocation of voting rights among Jocassee members.
As of September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2020,2021, Jocassee had the following contributed capital and unfunded commitments from its members:
As of
September 30, 2021
As of December 31, 2020
($ in thousands)($ in thousands)
As of
March 31, 2022
As of December 31, 2021
Total contributed capital by Barings BDC, Inc.Total contributed capital by Barings BDC, Inc.$30,000,000 $20,000,000 Total contributed capital by Barings BDC, Inc.$35,000 $30,000 
Total contributed capital by all membersTotal contributed capital by all members$330,000,000 $220,000,000 Total contributed capital by all members$385,000 $330,000 
Total unfunded commitments by Barings BDC, Inc.Total unfunded commitments by Barings BDC, Inc.$20,000,000 $30,000,000 Total unfunded commitments by Barings BDC, Inc.$15,000 $20,000 
Total unfunded commitments by all membersTotal unfunded commitments by all members$220,000,000 $330,000,000 Total unfunded commitments by all members$165,000 $220,000 
Thompson Rivers LLC
On April 28, 2020, Thompson Rivers LLC (“Thompson Rivers”) was formed as a Delaware limited liability company. On May 13, 2020, the Company entered into a limited liability company agreement governing Thompson Rivers. Under Thompson Rivers’ current operating agreement, as amended to date, the Company has a capital commitment of $30.0$75.0 million of equity capital to Thompson Rivers, all of which has been funded as of September 30, 2021.March 31, 2022. As of September 30, 2021,March 31, 2022, aggregate commitments to Thompson Rivers by the Company and the other members under the current operating agreement total $405.0$450.0 million, all of which has been funded.
For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2021,March 31, 2022, Thompson Rivers declared $12.5 million and $16.0$20.0 million in dividends, respectively, of which $1.0$3.2 million and $1.3 million, respectively, was recognized as dividend income in the Company’s Unaudited Consolidated Statement of Operations.
As of September 30, 2021,March 31, 2022, Thompson Rivers had $3.2$2.7 billion in Ginnie Mae early buyout loans and $117.5$117.4 million in cash. As of December 31, 2020,2021, Thompson Rivers had $715.2 million$3.1 billion in Ginnie Mae early buyout loans.loans and $220.6 million in cash. As of September 30, 2021,March 31, 2022, Thompson Rivers had 15,37414,270 outstanding loans with an average unpaid balance of $0.2 million and weighted average coupon of 4.18%3.9%. As of December 31, 2020,2021, Thompson Rivers had 3,02315,617 outstanding loans with an average unpaid balance of $0.2 million and weighted average coupon of 4.65%4.0%.
As of September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2020,2021, the Thompson Rivers investment portfolio consisted of the following investments:
CostPercentage of
Total
Portfolio
Fair ValuePercentage of
Total
Portfolio
September 30, 2021:
($ in thousands)($ in thousands)CostPercentage of
Total
Portfolio
Fair ValuePercentage of
Total
Portfolio
March 31, 2022:March 31, 2022:
Federal Housing Administration (“FHA”) loansFederal Housing Administration (“FHA”) loans$3,050,510,898 97 %$3,068,818,458 97 %Federal Housing Administration (“FHA”) loans$2,399,678 90 %$2,381,614 90 %
Veterans Affairs (“VA”) loansVeterans Affairs (“VA”) loans104,545,047 %102,597,178 %Veterans Affairs (“VA”) loans277,194 10 %271,393 10 %
$3,155,055,945 100 %$3,171,415,636 100 %$2,676,872 100 %$2,653,007 100 %
December 31, 2020:
December 31, 2021:December 31, 2021:
Federal Housing Administration (“FHA”) loansFederal Housing Administration (“FHA”) loans$712,854,085 100 %$712,854,085 100 %Federal Housing Administration (“FHA”) loans$2,799,869 93 %$2,839,495 93 %
Veterans Affairs (“VA”) loansVeterans Affairs (“VA”) loans— — %— — %Veterans Affairs (“VA”) loans224,660 %223,540 %
$712,854,085 100 %$712,854,085 100 %$3,024,528 100 %$3,063,036 100 %
Thompson Rivers’ repurchase agreement with JPMorgan Chase Bank, which is non-recourse to the Company, had approximately $757.4$572.4 million and $670.1$694.8 million outstanding as of September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2020,2021, respectively. Thompson Rivers’ repurchase agreement with Bank of America N.A., which is non-recourse to the Company, had approximately $894.1$1,087.3 million and $1,245.2 million outstanding as of September 30, 2021.March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, respectively. Thompson Rivers’ repurchase agreement with Barclays Bank, which is non-recourse to the Company, had approximately $1,220.8$749.7 million and $933.1 million outstanding as of September 30, 2021.March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, respectively.
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The Company has determined that Thompson Rivers is an investment company under ASC, Topic 946, Financial Services - Investment Companies, however, in accordance with such guidance, the Company will generally not consolidate its investment in a company other than a substantially wholly owned investment company subsidiary, which is an extension of the operations of the Company, or a controlled operating company whose business consists of providing services to the Company. The Company does not consolidate its interest in Thompson Rivers as it is not a substantially wholly owned investment company subsidiary. In addition, Thompson Rivers is not an operating company and the Company does not control Thompson Rivers due to the allocation of voting rights among Thompson Rivers members.
As of September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2020,2021, Thompson Rivers had the following contributed capital and unfunded commitments from its members:
As of
September 30, 2021
As of December 31, 2020
Total contributed capital by Barings BDC, Inc.$30,000,000 $10,000,000 
($ in thousands)($ in thousands)
As of
March 31, 2022
As of December 31, 2021
Total contributed capital by Barings BDC, Inc.(1)Total contributed capital by Barings BDC, Inc.(1)$79,411 $79,414 
Total contributed capital by all membersTotal contributed capital by all members$405,000,000 (1)$100,000,000 (2)Total contributed capital by all members$482,083 (2)$482,120 (3)
Total unfunded commitments by Barings BDC, Inc.Total unfunded commitments by Barings BDC, Inc.$— $— Total unfunded commitments by Barings BDC, Inc.$— $— 
Total unfunded commitments by all membersTotal unfunded commitments by all members$— $— Total unfunded commitments by all members$— $— 
(1)Includes $150.0$4.4 million of dividend re-investments.
(2)Includes dividend re-investments of $32.1 million and $162.1 million of total contributed capital by related parties.
(2)(3)Includes $90.0dividend re-investments of $32.1 million and $162.3 million of total contributed capital by related parties.
Waccamaw River LLC
On January 4, 2021, Waccamaw River LLC (“Waccamaw River”) was formed as a Delaware limited liability company. On February 8, 2021, the Company entered into a limited liability company agreement governing Waccamaw River. Under Waccamaw River’s current operating agreement, as amended to date, the Company has a capital commitment of $25.0 million of equity capital to Waccamaw River, of which approximately $14.6$20.4 million (including approximately $5.3 million of recallable return of capital) has been funded as of September 30, 2021.March 31, 2022. As of September 30, 2021,March 31, 2022, aggregate commitments to Waccamaw River by the Company and the other members under the current operating agreement total $125.0 million, of which $60.6$102.1 million (including $14.0 million of recallable return of capital) has been funded.
On September 30, 2021,March 31, 2022, Waccamaw River declared a $0.7$1.5 million dividend,in dividends, of which $0.1$0.3 million was recognized as dividend income in the Company’s Unaudited Consolidated Statement of Operations.
As of September 30, 2021,March 31, 2022, Waccamaw River had $33.8$89.7 million in unsecured studentconsumer loans and $11.7$8.5 million in cash. As of September 30,December 31, 2021, Waccamaw River had 3,178$60.8 million in unsecured consumer loans and $4.9 million in cash. As of March 31, 2022, Waccamaw River had 7,964 outstanding loans with an average loan size of $10,000,$11,522, remaining average life to maturity of 44.245.9 months and weighted average interest rate of 10.58%10.9%. As of December 31, 2021, Waccamaw River had 5,500 outstanding loans with an average loan size of $11,280, remaining average life to maturity of 46.5 months and weighted average interest rate of 10.9%.
The Company has determined that Waccamaw River is an investment company under ASC, Topic 946, Financial Services - Investment Companies, however, in accordance with such guidance, the Company will generally not consolidate its investment in a company other than a substantially wholly owned investment company subsidiary, which is an extension of the operations of the Company, or a controlled operating company whose business consists of providing services to the Company. The Company does not consolidate its interest in Waccamaw River as it is not a substantially wholly owned investment company subsidiary. In addition, Waccamaw River is not an operating company and the Company does not control Waccamaw River due to the allocation of voting rights among Waccamaw River members.
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As of September 30,March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, Waccamaw River had the following contributed capital and unfunded commitments from its members:
As of
September 30, 2021
($ in thousands)($ in thousands)
As of
March 31, 2022
As of
 December 31, 2021
Total contributed capital by Barings BDC, Inc.Total contributed capital by Barings BDC, Inc.$14,600,000 Total contributed capital by Barings BDC, Inc.$25,700 $19,000 
Total contributed capital by all membersTotal contributed capital by all members$60,620,000 (1)Total contributed capital by all members$116,120 (1)$82,620 (4)
Total return of capital (recallable) by Barings BDC, Inc.Total return of capital (recallable) by Barings BDC, Inc.$(5,280,000)Total return of capital (recallable) by Barings BDC, Inc.$(5,280)$(5,280)
Total return of capital (recallable) by all members$(14,020,000)(2)
Total return of capital (recallable) by all members(2)Total return of capital (recallable) by all members(2)$(14,020)$(14,020)
Total unfunded commitments by Barings BDC, Inc.Total unfunded commitments by Barings BDC, Inc.$15,680,000 Total unfunded commitments by Barings BDC, Inc.$4,580 $11,280 
Total unfunded commitments by all membersTotal unfunded commitments by all members$78,400,000 (3)Total unfunded commitments by all members$22,900 (3)$56,400 (5)
(1)Includes $35.0$68.3 million of total contributed capital by related parties.
(2)Includes ($7.0) million of total return of capital (recallable) by related parties.
(3)Includes $47.0$13.7 million of unfunded commitments by related parties.
(4)Includes $48.2 million of total contributed capital by related parties.
(5)Includes $33.8 million of unfunded commitments by related parties.
Sierra Senior Loan Strategy JV I LLC
On February 25, 2022, as part of the Sierra Acquisition, the Company purchased its interest in Sierra Senior Loan Strategy JV I LLC (“Sierra JV”). The Company and MassMutual Ascend Life Insurance Company (“MMALIC”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company, are the members of Sierra JV, a joint venture formed as a Delaware limited liability company and commenced operations on July 15, 2015. Sierra JV’s investment objective is to generate current income and capital appreciation by investing primarily in the debt of privately-held middle market companies with a focus on senior secured first lien term loans. The members of Sierra JV make capital contributions as investments by Sierra JV are completed, and all portfolio and other material decisions regarding Sierra JV must be submitted to Sierra JV’s board of managers, which is comprised of four members, two of whom are selected by the Company and the other two are selected by MMALIC. Approval of Sierra JV’s board of managers requires the unanimous approval of a quorum of the board of managers, with a quorum consisting of equal representation of members appointed by each of the Company and MMALIC.
As of March 31, 2022, Sierra JV had total capital commitments of $124.5 million with the Company committing $110.1 million and MMALIC committing $14.5 million. The Company had fully funded its $110.1 million commitment and total commitments of $124.5 million were funded as of March 31, 2022.
The Company has determined that Sierra JV is an investment company under ASC, Topic 946, Financial Services - Investment Companies, however, in accordance with such guidance, the Company will generally not consolidate its investment in a company other than a substantially wholly owned investment company subsidiary, which is an extension of the operations of the Company, or a controlled operating company whose business consists of providing services to the Company. The Company does not consolidate its interest in Sierra JV as it is not a substantially wholly owned investment company subsidiary. In addition, Sierra JV is not an operating company and the Company does not control Sierra JV due to the allocation of voting rights among Sierra JV members.
As of March 31, 2022, the total cost and value of Sierra JV’s investment portfolio was $158.8 million and $152.0 million, respectively. As of March 31, 2022, the weighted average yield on the principal amount of Sierra JV’s outstanding debt investments was approximately 5.8%. As of March 31, 2022, the Sierra JV investment portfolio consisted of the following investments:
($ in thousands)CostPercentage of
Total
Portfolio
Fair ValuePercentage of
Total
Portfolio
March 31, 2022:
Senior debt and 1st lien notes
$158,810 100 %$152,035 100 %
$158,810 100 %$152,035 100 %
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The industry composition of Sierra JV’s investments at fair value at March 31, 2022, excluding short-term investments, was as follows:
($ in thousands)March 31, 2022
Automotive6,069 4.0 %
Banking, Finance, Insurance and Real Estate1,677 1.1 
Beverage, Food and Tobacco4,481 2.9 
Capital Equipment9,413 6.2 
Chemicals, Plastics, and Rubber9,098 6.0 
Construction and Building1,883 1.2 
Consumer goods: Durable7,904 5.2 
Consumer goods: Non-durable43 — 
Containers, Packaging and Glass1,730 1.1 
Environmental Industries8,638 5.7 
Forest Products & Paper2,535 1.7 
Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals15,848 10.4 
High Tech Industries18,575 12.2 
Media: Advertising, Printing and Publishing9,805 6.4 
Media: Diversified and Production9,016 5.9 
Retail12,183 8.0 
Services: Business12,891 8.5 
Services: Consumer8,637 5.7 
Transportation: Cargo6,326 4.2 
Transportation: Consumer5,283 3.5 
Total$152,035 100.0 %
Sierra JV’s revolving credit facility with Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., which is non-recourse to the Company, had $75.0 million outstanding as of March 31, 2022.
Eclipse Business Capital Holdings LLC
On July 8, 2021, the Company made an equity investment in Eclipse Business Capital Holdings LLC (“Eclipse”) of $89.8 million, a second lien senior secured loan of $4.5 million and unfunded revolver of $13.6 million, alongside other related party affiliates. As of March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, $2.7 million and $1.8 million, respectively, of the revolver was funded. Eclipse conducts its business through Eclipse Business Capital LLC. Eclipse is one of the country’s leading independent asset-based lending (“ABL”) platforms that provides financing to middle-market borrowers in the U.S. and Canada. Eclipse provides revolving lines of credit and term loans ranging in size from $10 – $125 million that are secured by collateral such as accounts receivable, inventory, equipment, or real estate. Eclipse lends to both privately-owned and publicly-traded companies across a range of industries, including manufacturing, retail, automotive, oil & gas, services, distribution, and consumer products. The addition of Eclipse to the portfolio allows the Company to participate in an asset class and commercial finance operations that offer differentiated income returns as compared to directly originated loans. Eclipse is led by a seasoned team of ABL experts.experts.
The Company has determined that Eclipse is not an investment company under ASC, Topic 946, Financial Services - Investment Companies. Under ASC 810-10-15-12(d), an investment company generally does not consolidate an investee that is not an investment company other than a controlled operating company whose business consists of providing services to the scope exception in ASC 810-10-12(d),company. Thus, the Company is not required to consolidate Eclipse.Eclipse because it does not provide services to the Company. Instead the Company accounts for its investment in Eclipse in accordance with ASC 946-320, presented as a single investment measured at fair value.
Valuation of Investments
The Company conducts the valuation of its investments, upon which its net asset value is primarily based, in accordance with its valuation policy, as well as established and documented processes and methodologies for determining the fair values of portfolio company investments on a recurring (at least quarterly) basis in accordance with the 1940 Act and FASB ASC Topic
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820, Fair Value Measurements and Disclosures ("ASC Topic 820"). The Company's current valuation policy and processes were established by the Adviser and have been approved by the Board.
Under ASC Topic 820, fair value is the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between a willing buyer and a willing seller at the measurement date. For the Company’s portfolio securities, fair value is generally the amount that the Company might reasonably expect to receive upon the current sale of the security. Under ASC Topic 820, theThe fair value measurement assumes that the sale occurs in the principal market for the security, or in the absence of a principal market, in the most advantageous market for the security. Under ASC Topic 820, ifIf no market for the security exists or if the Company does not have access to the principal market, the security should be valued based on the sale occurring in a hypothetical market.
Under ASC Topic 820, there are three levels of valuation inputs, as follows:
Level 1 Inputs – include quoted prices (unadjusted) in active markets for identical assets or liabilities.
Level 2 Inputs – include quoted prices for similar assets and liabilities in active markets, and inputs that are observable for the asset or liability, either directly or indirectly, for substantially the full term of the financial instrument.
Level 3 Inputs – include inputs that are unobservable and significant to the fair value measurement.
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A financial instrument is categorized within the ASC Topic 820 valuation hierarchy based upon the lowest level of input to the valuation process that is significant to the fair value measurement. For example, a Level 3 fair value measurement may include inputs that are observable (Levels 1 and 2) and unobservable (Level 3). Therefore, unrealized appreciation and depreciation related to such investments categorized as Level 3 investments within the tables below may include changes in fair value that are attributable to both observable inputs (Levels 1 and 2) and unobservable inputs (Level 3).
The Company’s investment portfolio includes certain debt and equity instruments of privately held companies for which quoted prices or other observable inputs falling within the categories of Level 1 and Level 2 are generally not available. In such cases, the Company determines the fair value of its investments in good faith primarily using Level 3 inputs. In certain cases, quoted prices or other observable inputs exist, and if so, the Company assesses the appropriateness of the use of these third-party quotes in determining fair value based on (i) its understanding of the level of actual transactions used by the broker to develop the quote and whether the quote was an indicative price or binding offer and (ii) the depth and consistency of broker quotes and the correlation of changes in broker quotes with the underlying performance of the portfolio company.
There is no single standard for determining fair value in good faith, as fair value depends upon the specific circumstances of each individual investment. The recorded fair values of the Company’s Level 3 investments may differ significantly from fair values that would have been used had an active market for the securities existed. In addition, 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 these investments to be different than the valuations currently assigned.
Investment Valuation Process
The Adviser has established a pricing committee that is, subject to the oversight of the Board, responsible for the approval, implementation and oversight of the processes and methodologies that relate to the pricing and valuation of assets held by the Company. The Adviser uses independent third-party providers to price the portfolio, but in the event an acceptable price cannot be obtained from an approved external source, the Adviser will utilize alternative methods in accordance with internal pricing procedures established by the Adviser's pricing committee.
At least annually, the Adviser conducts reviews of the primary pricing vendors to validate that the inputs used in the vendors’ pricing process are deemed to be market observable. While the Adviser is not provided access to proprietary models of the vendors, the reviews have included on-site walkthroughs of the pricing process, methodologies and control procedures for each asset class and level for which prices are provided. The review also includes an examination of the underlying inputs and assumptions for a sample of individual securities across asset classes, credit rating levels and various durations, a process the Adviser continues to perform annually. In addition, the pricing vendors have an established challenge process in place for all security valuations, which facilitates identification and resolution of prices that fall outside expected ranges. The Adviser believes that the prices received from the pricing vendors are representative of prices that would be received to sell the assets at the measurement date (i.e., exit prices).
The Company's money market fund investments are generally valued using Level 1 inputs and its equity investments listed on an exchange or on the NASDAQ National Market System are valued using Level 1 inputs, using the last quoted sale price of that day. The Company’s syndicated senior secured loans and structured product investmentsproducts are generally valued using Level 2 inputs, which are generally valued at the bid quotation obtained from dealers in loans by an independent pricing service. The Company's middle-market, private debt and equity investments are generally valued using Level 3 inputs.
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Independent Valuation
The fair value of loans and equity investments that are not syndicated or for which market quotations are not readily available, including middle-market loans, are generally submitted to independent providers to perform an independent valuation on those loans and equity investments as of the end of each quarter. Such loans and equity investments are initially held at cost, as that is a reasonable approximation of fair value on the acquisition date, and monitored for material changes that could affect the valuation (for example, changes in interest rates or the credit quality of the borrower). At the quarter end following the initial acquisition, such loans and equity investments are generally sent to a valuation provider which will determine the fair value of each investment. The independent valuation providers apply various methods (synthetic rating analysis, discounting cash flows, and re-underwriting analysis) to establish the rate of return a market participant would require (the “discount rate”) as of the valuation date, given market conditions, prevailing lending standards and the perceived credit quality of the issuer. Future expected cash flows for each investment are discounted back to present value using these discount rates in the discounted cash flow analysis. A range of values will be provided by the valuation provider and the Adviser will determine the point within that range that it will use in making valuation recommendations to the Board, and will report to the Board on its rationale for each such determination. The Adviser uses its internal valuation model as a comparison point to validate the price range provided by the valuation provider and, where applicable, in determining the point within that range that it will use in
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making valuation recommendations to the Board. If the Adviser’s pricing committee disagrees with the price range provided, it may make a fair value recommendation to the Board that is outside of the range provided by the independent valuation provider, and will notify the Board of any such override and the reasons therefore. In certain instances, the Company may determine that it is not cost-effective, and as a result is not in the stockholders' best interests, to request an independent valuation firm to perform an independent valuation on certain investments. Such instances include, but are not limited to, situations where the fair value of the investment in the portfolio company is determined to be insignificant relative to the total investment portfolio. Pursuant to these procedures, the Board determines in good faith whether the Company's investments were valued at fair value in accordance with the Company's valuation policies and procedures and the 1940 Act based on, among other things, the input of Barings, the Company’s Audit Committee and the independent valuation firm.
Valuation Techniques
The Company's valuation techniques are based upon both observable and unobservable pricing inputs. Observable inputs reflect market data obtained from independent sources, while unobservable inputs reflect the Company's market assumptions. The Company's assessment of the significance of a particular input to the fair value measurement in its entirety requires judgment and considers factors specific to the financial instrument. An independent pricing service provider is the preferred source of pricing a loan, however, to the extent the independent pricing service provider price is unavailable or not relevant and reliable, the Company will utilize alternative approaches such as broker quotes or manual prices. The Company attempts to maximize the use of observable inputs and minimize the use of unobservable inputs. The availability of observable inputs can vary from investment to investment and is affected by a wide variety of factors, including the type of security, whether the security is new and not yet established in the marketplace, the liquidity of markets and other characteristics particular to the security.
Valuation of InvestmentInvestments in Jocassee, Thompson Rivers, Waccamaw River, Sierra JV and MVC Private Equity Fund LP
TheAs Jocassee, Thompson Rivers, Waccamaw River, Sierra JV and MVC Private Equity Fund LP are investment companies with no readily determinable fair values, the Company estimates the fair value of itsthe Company’s investments in Jocassee, Thompson Rivers, Waccamaw River and MVC Private Equity Fund LPthese entities using the NAVnet asset value of each company and itsthe Company’s ownership percentage.percentage as a practical expedient. The NAVnet asset value is determined in accordance with the specialized accounting guidance for investment companies.
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Level 3 Unobservable Inputs
The following tables summarize the significant unobservable inputs the Company used in the valuation of its Level 3 debt and equity securities as of September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2020.2021. The weighted average range of unobservable inputs is based on fair value of investments.
September 30, 2021:Fair ValueValuation
Model
Level 3
Input
Range of
Inputs
Weighted
Average
Impact to Valuation from an Increase in Input
Senior debt and 1st lien notes(1)
$830,402,065 Yield AnalysisMarket Yield4.9% – 30.0%7.3%Decrease
232,774,460 Recent TransactionTransaction Price97.0% – 100.0%97.9%Increase
Subordinated debt and 2nd lien notes(2)
94,034,384 Yield AnalysisMarket Yield8.0% – 20.0%12.9%Decrease
64,464,151 Market ApproachAdjusted EBITDA Multiple4.5x – 9.0x6.3xIncrease
8,500,243 Recent TransactionTransaction Price98.0% – 100.0%99.5%Increase
Equity shares(3)
41,438,582 Market ApproachAdjusted EBITDA Multiple4.5x – 17.8x7.2xIncrease
5,953,405 Real Estate - Cost ApproachReplacement Cost (CZK/m2)1,237 to 1,8921,892Increase
Real Estate - Cost ApproachDepreciation Factor0.50 to 1.000.81Increase
Real Estate - Income ApproachMarket Rent
CZK/Year
CZK5,011,718 to CZK8,700,000CZK5,011,718Increase
Real Estate - Income ApproachCap Rate6.0% to 7.0%6.5%Decrease
Real Estate - Income ApproachAdj. Factor for
Development Zone
n/a1.15Increase
91,579,031 Recent TransactionTransaction Price$1 – $8,731.41$33.2Increase
Equity warrants623,862 Market ApproachAdjusted EBITDA Multiple6.0x – 23.3x6.0xIncrease
March 31, 2022:
($ in thousands)
Fair ValueValuation
Model
Level 3
Input
Range of
Inputs
Weighted
Average
Impact to Valuation from an Increase in Input
Senior debt and 1st lien notes(1)
$1,107,422 Yield AnalysisMarket Yield5.5% – 38.2%8.6%Decrease
19,998 Market ApproachAdjusted EBITDA Multiple0.3x – 4.5x3.5xIncrease
286,465 Recent TransactionTransaction Price0% – 100.0%98.1%Increase
Subordinated debt and 2nd lien notes(2)
170,059 Yield AnalysisMarket Yield6.7% – 19.0%12.2%Decrease
72,507 Market ApproachAdjusted EBITDA Multiple5.0x – 7.0x5.2xIncrease
1,592 Discounted Cash Flow AnalysisDiscount Rate19.6%19.6%Decrease
3,931 Recent TransactionTransaction Price100%100%Increase
Structured products4,986 Discounted Cash Flow AnalysisDiscount Rate6.3%6.3%Decrease
Equity shares(3)
192,434 Market ApproachAdjusted EBITDA Multiple2.3x – 50.0x9.5xIncrease
5,953 
Expected Transaction(4)
Transaction Price$5,953$5,953Increase
7,904 Recent TransactionTransaction Price$0.67 – $1,000$124.22Increase
Equity warrants72 Market ApproachAdjusted EBITDA Multiple0.3x – 6.5x4.0xIncrease
(1)Excludes investments with an aggregate fair value amounting to $6,573,935,$26,646, which the Company valued using unadjusted prices from independent pricing services and independent indicative broker quotes where pricing inputs are not readily available.
(2)Excludes investments with an aggregate fair value amounting to $18,247,292,$47,909, which the Company valued using unadjusted prices from independent pricing services and independent indicative broker quotes where pricing inputs are not readily available.
(3)Excludes investments with an aggregate fair value amounting to $2,974,542,$3,030, which the Company valued using unadjusted prices from independent pricing services and independent indicative broker quotes where pricing inputs are not readily available.
(4)Estimated proceeds expected to be received under legally binding asset purchase agreement for sale of real estate held by portfolio company.
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December 31, 2020:Fair ValueValuation
Model
Level 3
Input
Range of
Inputs
Weighted
Average
Impact to Valuation from an Increase in Input
Senior debt and 1st lien notes(1)
$650,550,710 Yield AnalysisMarket Yield4.7% – 16.2%7.4%Decrease
3,000,000 Liquidation AnalysisAdjusted EBITDA Multiple0.05x – 0.15x0.10xIncrease
399,692,333 Recent TransactionTransaction Price96.0% – 100.0%97.8%Increase
Subordinated debt and 2nd lien notes(2)
109,851,771 Yield AnalysisMarket Yield6.0% – 26.0%16.7%Decrease
13,933,960 Market ApproachAdjusted EBITDA Multiple5.0x – 6.0x5.5xIncrease
4,959,088 Recent TransactionTransaction Price100%100%Increase
Equity shares(3)
39,178,157 Market ApproachAdjusted EBITDA Multiple0.8x – 11.8x4.8xIncrease
4,752,997 Real Estate - Cost ApproachReplacement Cost (CZK/m2)1,237 to 1,8921,892Increase
Real Estate - Cost ApproachDepreciation Factor0.50 to 1.000.81Increase
Real Estate - Income ApproachMarket Rent
CZK/Year
CZK5,011,718 to CZK8,700,000CZK5,011,718Increase
Real Estate - Income ApproachCap Rate6.0% to 7.0%6.5%Decrease
Real Estate - Income ApproachAdj. Factor for
Development Zone
n/a1.15Increase
227,200 Recent TransactionTransaction Price$1,000$1,000Increase
Equity warrants1,133,781 Market ApproachAdjusted EBITDA Multiple4.8x-9.0x6.0xIncrease

December 31, 2021:
($ in thousands)
Fair ValueValuation
Model
Level 3
Input
Range of
Inputs
Weighted
Average
Impact to Valuation from an Increase in Input
Senior debt and 1st lien notes(1)
$717,374 Yield AnalysisMarket Yield5.2% – 33.5%7.7%Decrease
416,010 Recent TransactionTransaction Price96.5% – 99.0%97.7%Increase
Subordinated debt and 2nd lien notes(2)
107,345 Yield AnalysisMarket Yield5.3% – 19.0%11.5%Decrease
64,895 Market ApproachAdjusted EBITDA Multiple0.6x – 9.0x5.67xIncrease
40,354 Recent TransactionTransaction Price97.0% – 100.0%98.0%Increase
Equity shares(3)
137,393 Market ApproachAdjusted EBITDA Multiple5.5x – 54.0x13.1xIncrease
6,197 
Expected Transaction(4)
Transaction Price$6,197,037$6,197,037Increase
4,546 Recent TransactionTransaction Price$1.0 – $1,000$140.03Increase
Equity warrants864 Market ApproachAdjusted EBITDA Multiple5.0x-6.0x6.0xIncrease
(1)Excludes investments with an aggregate fair value amounting to $2,474,068,$3,938, which the Company valued using unadjusted prices from independent pricing services and independent indicative broker quotes where pricing inputs are not readily available.
(2)Excludes investments with an aggregate fair value amounting to $2,075,117,$17,974, which the Company valued using unadjusted prices from independent pricing services and independent indicative broker quotes where pricing inputs are not readily available.
(3)Excludes investments with an aggregate fair value amounting to $68,670,$3,146, which the Company valued using unadjusted prices from independent pricing services and independent indicative broker quotes where pricing inputs are not readily available.

(4)
Estimated proceeds expected to be received under legally binding asset purchase agreement for sale of real estate held by portfolio company.
The following tables present the Company’s investment portfolio at fair value as of March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, categorized by the ASC Topic 820 valuation hierarchy, as previously described:
 Fair Value as of March 31, 2022
($ in thousands)Level 1Level 2Level 3Total
Senior debt and 1st lien notes
$— $115,215 $1,440,531 $1,555,746 
Subordinated debt and 2nd lien notes
— 21,646 295,997 317,643 
Structured products— 77,028 4,986 82,014 
Equity shares94 10,050 209,322 219,466 
Equity warrants— 84 72 156 
Investments subject to leveling$94 $224,023 $1,950,908 $2,175,025 
Investment in joint ventures / PE fund(1)228,400 
$2,403,425 
Fair Value as of December 31, 2021
($ in thousands)Level 1Level 2Level 3Total
Senior debt and 1st lien notes
$— $84,275 $1,137,323 $1,221,598 
Subordinated debt and 2nd lien notes
— 9,468 230,569 240,037 
Structured products— 40,271 — 40,271 
Equity shares111 3,084 151,282 154,477 
Equity warrants— 243 864 1,107 
Investments subject to leveling$111 $137,341 $1,520,038 $1,657,490 
Investment in joint ventures / PE fund(2)143,104 
$1,800,594 
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(1)The following tables present the Company’s investment portfolioCompany's investments in Jocassee, Sierra JV, Thompson Rivers, Waccamaw River and MVC Private Equity Fund LP are measured at fair value asusing NAV and have not been categorized in the fair value hierarchy. The fair value amounts presented in this table are intended to permit reconciliation of September 30, 2021the fair value hierarchy to the amounts presented in the Unaudited Consolidated Balance Sheet and December 31, 2020, categorized by the ASC Topic 820 valuation hierarchy, as previously described:
 Fair Value as of September 30, 2021
Level 1Level 2Level 3Total
Senior debt and 1st lien notes
$— $92,368,922 $1,069,750,460 $1,162,119,382 
Subordinated debt and 2nd lien notes
— 5,180,340 185,246,070 190,426,410 
Structured products— 20,794,178 — 20,794,178 
Equity shares— — 141,945,560 141,945,560 
Equity warrants— 274,581 623,862 898,443 
Short-term investments50,000,000 — — 50,000,000 
Investments subject to leveling$50,000,000 $118,618,021 $1,397,565,952 $1,566,183,973 
Investment in joint ventures / PE fund(1)86,298,947 
$1,652,482,920 
Fair Value as of December 31, 2020
Level 1Level 2Level 3Total
Senior debt and 1st lien notes
$— $115,533,401 $1,055,717,111 $1,171,250,512 
Subordinated debt and 2nd lien notes
— 7,947,184 130,819,936 138,767,120 
Structured products— 32,508,845 — 32,508,845 
Equity shares— 424,090 44,227,024 44,651,114 
Equity warrants— 166,416 1,133,781 1,300,197 
Short-term investments65,558,227 — — 65,558,227 
Investments subject to leveling$65,558,227 $156,579,936 $1,231,897,852 $1,454,036,015 
Investment in joint ventures / PE fund(1)41,759,922 
$1,495,795,937 
Consolidated Balance Sheet.
(1)(2)The Company's investments in Jocassee, Thompson Rivers, Waccamaw River and MVC Private Equity Fund LP are measured at fair value using NAV and have not been categorized in the fair value hierarchy. The fair value amounts presented in this table are intended to permit reconciliation of the fair value hierarchy to the amounts presented in the Unaudited Consolidated Balance Sheet and Consolidated Balance Sheet.
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The following tables reconcile the beginning and ending balances of the Company’s investment portfolio measured at fair value on a recurring basis using significant unobservable inputs (Level 3) for the ninethree months ended September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 and 2020:2021:
Nine Months Ended
September 30, 2021:
Senior Debt
and 1st Lien
Notes
Subordinated Debt and 2nd Lien Notes
Equity
Shares
Equity WarrantsTotal
Three Months Ended
March 31, 2022:
($ in thousands)
Three Months Ended
March 31, 2022:
($ in thousands)
Senior Debt
and 1st Lien
Notes
Subordinated Debt and 2nd Lien Notes
Structured ProductsEquity
Shares
Equity WarrantsTotal
Fair value, beginning of periodFair value, beginning of period$1,055,717,111 $130,819,936 $44,227,024 $1,133,781 $1,231,897,852 Fair value, beginning of period$1,137,323 $230,569 $— $151,282 $864 $1,520,038 
New investmentsNew investments585,196,480 83,855,938 96,309,352 163,000 765,524,770 New investments258,441 30,065 — 11,936 — 300,442 
Transfers into Level 3— 2,233,600 3,223,510 — 5,457,110 
Investments acquired in Sierra mergerInvestments acquired in Sierra merger210,176 54,177 — 7,065 72 271,490 
Transfers into Level 3, netTransfers into Level 3, net2,580 — 4,905 — — 7,485 
Proceeds from sales of investmentsProceeds from sales of investments(394,827,470)(8,771,000)(6,902,871)(450,000)(410,951,341)Proceeds from sales of investments(151,580)— — (1,364)(250)(153,194)
Loan origination fees receivedLoan origination fees received(12,485,025)(1,209,071)— — (13,694,096)Loan origination fees received(5,350)36 — — — (5,314)
Principal repayments receivedPrincipal repayments received(170,947,104)(27,317,262)— — (198,264,366)Principal repayments received(7,773)(11,020)— — — (18,793)
Payment-in-kind interestPayment-in-kind interest684,633 7,720,972 — — 8,405,605 Payment-in-kind interest308 6,984 — — — 7,292 
Accretion of loan discounts9,946 210,914 — — 220,860 
Accretion of loan premium/discountAccretion of loan premium/discount10 — — — 17 
Accretion of deferred loan origination revenueAccretion of deferred loan origination revenue6,028,974 375,649 — — 6,404,623 Accretion of deferred loan origination revenue1,390 62 — — — 1,452 
Realized gain (loss)Realized gain (loss)1,836,833 (27,669)340,863 163,219 2,313,246 Realized gain (loss)611 — — (760)(141)
Unrealized appreciation (depreciation)Unrealized appreciation (depreciation)(1,463,918)(2,645,937)4,747,682 (386,138)251,689 Unrealized appreciation (depreciation)(5,602)(14,894)81 40,403 146 20,134 
Fair value, end of periodFair value, end of period$1,069,750,460 $185,246,070 $141,945,560 $623,862 $1,397,565,952 Fair value, end of period$1,440,531 $295,997 $4,986 $209,322 $72 $1,950,908 
Nine Months Ended
September 30, 2020:
Senior Debt
and 1st Lien
Notes
Subordinated Debt and 2nd Lien Notes
Equity
Shares
Total
Three Months Ended
March 31, 2021:
($ in thousands)
Three Months Ended
March 31, 2021:
($ in thousands)
Senior Debt
and 1st Lien
Notes
Subordinated Debt and 2nd Lien Notes
Equity
Shares
Equity WarrantsTotal
Fair value, beginning of periodFair value, beginning of period$555,500,307 $12,011,965 $760,716 $568,272,988 Fair value, beginning of period$1,055,717 $130,820 $44,227 $1,134 $1,231,898 
New investmentsNew investments206,929,866 660,263 512,299 208,102,428 New investments227,057 14,478 1,073 — 242,608 
Transfers in (out) of Level 319,063,921 1,996,471 — 21,060,392 
Transfers into Level 3, netTransfers into Level 3, net— 2,234 424 — 2,658 
Proceeds from sales of investmentsProceeds from sales of investments(91,889,896)(415,977)— (92,305,873)Proceeds from sales of investments(130,763)— (5,946)— (136,709)
Loan origination fees receivedLoan origination fees received(4,744,340)(19,808)— (4,764,148)Loan origination fees received(4,176)(402)— — (4,578)
Principal repayments receivedPrincipal repayments received(20,157,266)— — (20,157,266)Principal repayments received(12,260)(10,120)— — (22,380)
Payment-in-kind interestPayment-in-kind interest236,572 35,108 — 271,680 Payment-in-kind interest229 7,008 — — 7,237 
Accretion of loan premium16,426 — — 16,426 
Accretion of loan premium/discountAccretion of loan premium/discount— — 10 
Accretion of deferred loan origination revenueAccretion of deferred loan origination revenue1,653,596 26,081 — 1,679,677 Accretion of deferred loan origination revenue1,213 211 — — 1,424 
Realized loss70,946 (26,253)— 44,693 
Unrealized depreciation(12,036,139)631,992 (297,965)(11,702,112)
Realized gain (loss)Realized gain (loss)1,605 (77)— 1,531 
Unrealized appreciation (depreciation)Unrealized appreciation (depreciation)756 (68)(2,883)(157)(2,352)
Fair value, end of periodFair value, end of period$654,643,993 $14,899,842 $975,050 $670,518,885 Fair value, end of period$1,139,381 $144,171 $36,818 $977 $1,321,347 
All realized gains and losses and unrealized appreciation and depreciation are included in earnings (changes in net assets) and are reported on separate line items within the Company’s Unaudited Consolidated Statements of Operations. Pre-tax net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on Level 3 investments of $(5.8) million and $3.1$21.0 million during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2021, respectively,March 31, 2022 was related to portfolio company investments that were still held by the Company as of September 30, 2021.March 31, 2022. Pre-tax net unrealized appreciation (depreciation)depreciation on Level 3 investments of $18.8 million and $(13.8)$0.4 million during the three and nine months ended months ended September 30, 2020, respectively,March 31, 2021 was related to portfolio company investments that were still held by the Company as of September 30, 2020.March 31, 2021.
Exclusive of short-term investments, during
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During the ninethree months ended September 30, 2021,March 31, 2022, the Company made investments of approximately $757.8$741.9 million in portfolio companies to which it was not previously contractually committed to provide such financing. During the ninethree months ended September 30, 2021,March 31, 2022, the Company made investments of $57.5$30.5 million in portfolio companies to which it was previously committed to provide such financing.
Exclusive of short-term investments, duringDuring the ninethree months ended September 30, 2020,March 31, 2021, the Company made investments of approximately $297.0$247.6 million in portfolio companies to which it was not previously contractually committed to provide such financing. During the ninethree months ended September 30, 2020,March 31, 2021, the Company made investments of $14.8$27.3 million in portfolio companies to which it was previously committed to provide such financing.
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Unsettled Purchases and Sales of Investments
Investment transactions are recorded based on the trade date of the transaction. As a result, unsettled purchases and sales are recorded as payables and receivables from unsettled transactions, respectively. While purchases and sales of the Company's syndicated senior secured loans generally settle on a T+7 basis, the settlement period will sometimes extend past the scheduled settlement. In such cases, the Company generally is contractually owed and recognizes interest income equal to the applicable margin ("spread") beginning on the T+7 date. Such income is accrued as interest receivable and is collected upon settlement of the investment transaction.
Realized Gain or Loss and Unrealized Appreciation or Depreciation of Portfolio Investments
Realized gains or losses are recorded upon the sale or liquidation of investments and are calculated as the difference between the net proceeds from the sale or liquidation, if any, and the cost basis of the investment using the specific identification method. Unrealized appreciation or depreciation reflects the difference between the fair value of the investments and the cost basis of the investments.
Investment Classification
In accordance with the provisions of the 1940 Act, the Company classifies investments by level of control. As defined in the 1940 Act, "Control Investments" are investments in those companies that the Company is deemed to "Control." "Affiliate Investments" are investments in those companies that are "Affiliated Persons" of the Company, 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, the Company is deemed to control a company in which it has invested if the Company owns more than 25.0% of the voting securities (i.e., securities with the right to elect directors) and/or has the power to exercise control over the management or policies of such portfolio company. Generally, under the 1940 Act, “Affiliate Investments” that are not otherwise “Control Investments” are defined as investments in which the Company owns at least 5.0%, up to 25.0% (inclusive), of the voting securities and does not have the power to exercise control over the management or policies of such portfolio company.
Short-Term Investments
Short-term investments represent investments in money market funds.
Deferred Financing Fees
Costs incurred to issue debt are capitalized and are amortized over the term of the debt agreements using the effective interest method.
Investment Income
Interest income, including amortization of premium and accretion of discount, is recorded on the accrual basis to the extent that such amounts are expected to be collected. Generally, when interest and/or principal payments on a loan become past due, or if the Company otherwise does not expect the borrower to be able to service its debt and other obligations, the Company will place the loan on non-accrual status and will generally cease recognizing interest income on that loan for financial reporting purposes until all principal and interest have been brought current through payment or due to a restructuring such that the interest income is deemed to be collectible. The Company writes off any previously accrued and uncollected interest when it is determined that interest is no longer considered collectible. As of March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021,
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the Company had seven and two portfolio companies, respectively, with investments that were on non-accrual. Dividend income is recorded on the ex-dividend date.
Payment-in-Kind Interest
The Company currently holds, and expects to hold in the future, some loans in its portfolio that contain payment-in-kind ("PIK") interest provisions. PIK interest, computed at the contractual rate specified in each loan agreement, is periodically added to the principal balance of the loan, rather than being paid to the Company in cash, and is recorded as interest income. Thus, the actual collection of PIK interest may be deferred until the time of debt principal repayment.
PIK interest, which is a non-cash source of income at the time of recognition, is included in the Company’s taxable income and therefore affects the amount the Company is required to distribute to its stockholders to maintain its tax treatment as a RIC for federal income tax purposes, even though the Company has not yet collected the cash. Generally, when current cash interest and/or principal payments on a loan become past due, or if the Company otherwise does not expect the borrower to be able to service its debt and other obligations, the Company will place the loan on non-accrual status and will generally cease recognizing PIK interest income on that loan for financial reporting purposes until all principal and interest have been brought current through payment or due to a restructuring such that the interest income is deemed to be collectible. The Company writes off any accrued and uncollected PIK interest when it is determined that the PIK interest is no longer collectible.
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Fee Income
Origination, facility, commitment, consent and other advance fees received in connection with loan agreements ("Loan Origination Fees") are recorded as deferred income and recognized as investment income over the term of the loan. Upon prepayment of a loan, any unamortized Loan Origination Fees are recorded as investment income. In the general course of its business, the Company receives certain fees from portfolio companies, which are non-recurring in nature. Such fees include loan prepayment penalties, structuring fees and loan waiver and amendment fees, and are recorded as investment income when earned.
Fee income for the three and nine months ended September 30,March 31, 2022 and 2021 and 2020 was as follows:
Three Months EndedThree Months EndedNine Months EndedNine Months EndedThree Months EndedThree Months Ended
September 30, 2021September 30, 2020September 30, 2021September 30, 2020
($ in thousands)($ in thousands)March 31, 2022March 31, 2021
Recurring Fee Income:Recurring Fee Income:Recurring Fee Income:
Amortization of loan origination feesAmortization of loan origination fees$1,144,236 $503,114 $3,386,163 $1,396,253 Amortization of loan origination fees$1,327 $1,078 
Management, valuation and other feesManagement, valuation and other fees541,824 174,416 1,671,049 504,171 Management, valuation and other fees(585)581 
Total Recurring Fee IncomeTotal Recurring Fee Income1,686,060 677,530 5,057,212 1,900,424 Total Recurring Fee Income742 1,659 
Non-Recurring Fee Income:Non-Recurring Fee Income:Non-Recurring Fee Income:
Prepayment feesPrepayment fees242,418 — 291,934 84,151 Prepayment fees— 50 
Acceleration of unamortized loan origination feesAcceleration of unamortized loan origination fees1,929,663 31,549 3,200,680 280,123 Acceleration of unamortized loan origination fees196 403 
Advisory, loan amendment and other feesAdvisory, loan amendment and other fees630,205 60,047 640,150 115,854 Advisory, loan amendment and other fees259 21 
Total Non-Recurring Fee IncomeTotal Non-Recurring Fee Income2,802,286 91,596 4,132,764 480,128 Total Non-Recurring Fee Income455 474 
Total Fee IncomeTotal Fee Income$4,488,346 $769,126 $9,189,976 $2,380,552 Total Fee Income$1,197 $2,133 
Concentration of Credit Risk
As of both September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2020,2021, there were no individual investments representing greater than 10% of the fair value of the Company’s portfolio. As of September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2020,2021, the Company’s largest single portfolio company investment excluding short-term investments, represented approximately 5.9%5.2% and 2.5%5.5%, respectively, of the fair value of the Company’s portfolio, exclusive of short-term investments. Income, consisting of interest, dividends, fees, other investment income and realization of gains or losses on equity interests, can fluctuate dramatically upon repayment of an investment or sale of an equity interest and in any given year can be highly concentrated among several portfolio companies.
The Company places its cash with financial institutions and, at times, cash may exceed insured limits under applicable law.
As of September 30, 2021,March 31, 2022, all of the Company's assets were or will be pledged as collateral for the February 2019 Credit Facility.
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Investments Denominated in Foreign Currencies
As of September 30,March 31, 2022, the Company held one investment that was denominated in Canadian dollars, one investment that was denominated in Danish kroner, eight investments that were denominated in Australian dollars, one investment that was denominated in New Zealand dollars, one investment that was denominated in Swedish kronas, 40 investments that were denominated in Euros and 21 investments that were denominated in British pounds sterling. As of December 31, 2021, the Company held one investment that was denominated in Canadian dollars, one investment that was denominated in Danish kroner, threefive investments that were denominated in Australian dollars, one investment that was denominated in Swedish kronas, 2836 investments that were denominated in Euros and 1618 investments that were denominated in British pounds sterling. As of December 31, 2020, the Company held two investments that were denominated in Australian dollars, one investment that was denominated in Swedish kronas, 17 investments that were denominated in Euros and 11 investments that were denominated in British pounds sterling.
At each balance sheet date, portfolio company investments denominated in foreign currencies are translated into United States dollars using the spot exchange rate on the last business day of the period. Purchases and sales of foreign portfolio company investments, and any income from such investments, are translated into United States dollars using the rates of exchange prevailing on the respective dates of such transactions.
Although the fair values of foreign portfolio company investments and the fluctuation in such fair values are translated into United States dollars using the applicable foreign exchange rates described above, the Company does not separately report that portion of the change in fair values resulting from foreign currency exchange rates fluctuations from the change in fair
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values of the underlying investment. All fluctuations in fair value are included in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of investments in the Company's Unaudited Consolidated Statements of Operations.
In addition, during both the ninethree months ended September 30,March 31, 2022 and March 31, 2021, and September 30, 2020, the Company entered into forward currency contracts primarily to help mitigate the impact that an adverse change in foreign exchange rates would have on net interest income from the Company's investments and related borrowings denominated in foreign currencies. Net unrealized appreciation or depreciation on foreign currency contracts are included in "Net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) - foreign currency transactions" and net realized gains or losses on forward currency contracts are included in "Net realized gains (losses) - foreign currency transactions" in the Company's Unaudited Consolidated Statements of Operations.
Investments denominated in foreign currencies and foreign currency transactions may involve certain considerations and risks not typically associated with those of domestic origin, including unanticipated movements in the value of the foreign currency relative to the U.S. Dollar.
4. INCOME TAXES
The Company has elected for federal income tax purposes to be treated, and intends to qualify annually, as a RIC under the Code and intends to make the required distributions to its stockholders as specified therein. In order to maintain its tax treatment as a RIC, the Company must meet certain minimum distribution, source-of-income and asset diversification requirements. If such requirements are met, then the Company is generally required to pay taxes only on the portion of its taxable income and gains it does not distribute (actually or constructively) and certain built-in gains. The Company has historically met its minimum distribution requirements and continually monitors its distribution requirements with the goal of ensuring compliance with the Code.
Depending on the level of investment company taxable income (“ICTI”) and net capital gains, if any, or taxable income, the Company may choose to carry forward undistributed taxable income and pay a 4% nondeductible U.S. federal excise tax on certain undistributed income unless the Company distributes, in a timely manner, an amount at least equal to the sum of (i) 98% of net ordinary income for each calendar year, (ii) 98.2% of the amount by which capital gains exceed capital losses (adjusted for certain ordinary losses) for the one-year period ending October 31 in that calendar year and (iii) certain undistributed amounts from previous years on which the Company paid no U.S. federal income tax. Any such carryover of taxable income must be distributed before the end of that next tax year through a dividend declared prior to filing of the tax return related to the year which generated such taxable income not to be subject to U.S. federal income tax.
Tax positions taken or expected to be taken in the course of preparing the Company's tax returns are evaluated to determine whether the tax positions are “more-likely-than-not” of being sustained by the applicable tax authority. Tax positions not deemed to meet the more-likely-than not threshold would be recorded as a tax benefit or expense in the current year. Management has analyzed the Company's tax positions taken, or to be taken, on federal income tax returns for all open tax years (fiscal years 2018-2020), and has concluded that the provision for uncertain tax positions in the Company's financial statements is appropriate.
Taxable income generally differs from increase in net assets resulting from operations due to temporary and permanent differences in the recognition of income and expenses, and generally excludes net unrealized gains or losses, as unrealized gains or losses are generally not included in taxable income until they are realized. The Company makes certain adjustments to the
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classification of net assets as a result of permanent book-to-tax differences, which include differences in the book and tax basis of certain assets and liabilities, and nondeductible federal taxes or losses among other items. To the extent these differences are permanent, they are charged or credited to additional paid in capital, or total distributable earnings (loss), as appropriate.
For federal income tax purposes, the cost of investments owned as of September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 and December 31, 20202021 was approximately $1,634.4$2,399.8 million and $1,486.0$1,792.1 million, respectively. As of September 30, 2021,March 31, 2022, net unrealized appreciation on the Company's investments (tax basis) was approximately $21.9$15.9 million, consisting of gross unrealized appreciation, where the fair value of the Company's investments exceeds their tax cost, of approximately $41.6$78.6 million and gross unrealized depreciation, where the tax cost of the Company's investments exceeds their fair value, of approximately $19.7$62.7 million. As of December 31, 2020,2021, net unrealized depreciation on the Company's investments (tax basis) was approximately $1.3$16.4 million, consisting of gross unrealized appreciation, where the fair value of the Company's investments exceeds their tax cost, of approximately $23.4$45.6 million and gross unrealized depreciation, where the tax cost of the Company's investments exceeds their fair value, of approximately $24.7$29.2 million.
In addition, the Company has wholly-owned taxable subsidiaries (the “Taxable Subsidiaries”), which hold certain portfolio investments that are listed on the Unaudited and Audited Consolidated Schedules of Investments. The Taxable Subsidiaries are consolidated for financial reporting purposes, such that the Company’s consolidated financial statements reflect the Company’s investments in the portfolio companies owned by the Taxable Subsidiaries. The purpose of the Taxable Subsidiaries is to permit the Company to hold certain portfolio companies that are organized as LLCs (or other forms of pass-through entities) and still satisfy the RIC tax requirement that at least 90% of the RIC’s gross revenue for income tax purposes must consist of qualifying investment income. Absent the Taxable Subsidiaries, a proportionate amount of any gross income of an LLC (or other pass-through entity) portfolio investment would flow through directly to the RIC. To the extent that such income did not consist of qualifying investment income, it could jeopardize the Company’s ability to qualify as a RIC and
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therefore cause the Company to incur significant amounts of federal income taxes. When LLCs (or other pass-through entities) are owned by the Taxable Subsidiaries, their income is taxed to the Taxable Subsidiaries and does not flow through to the RIC, thereby helping the Company preserve its RIC tax treatment and resultant tax advantages. The Taxable Subsidiaries are not consolidated for income tax purposes and may generate income tax expense as a result of their ownership of the portfolio companies. This income tax expense or benefit, if any, is reflected in the Company’s Unaudited Consolidated Statements of Operations. Additionally, any unrealized appreciation related to portfolio investments held by the Taxable Subsidiaries (net of unrealized depreciation related to portfolio investments held by the Taxable Subsidiaries) is reflected net of applicable federal and state income taxes, if any, in the Company's Consolidated Statements of Operations, with the related deferred tax assets or liabilities, if any, included in "Accounts payable and accrued liabilities" in the Company's Unaudited and Audited Consolidated Balance Sheets.
As of March 31, 2022, two of the Company’s taxable subsidiaries had a deferred tax asset of $8.6 million pertaining to operating losses and tax basis differences related to certain partnership interests, and the Company’s other taxable subsidiary had a deferred tax liability of $0.8 million pertaining to tax basis differences related to certain partnership interests. As of December 31, 2021, the Company’s taxable subsidiaries had a deferred tax asset of $8.6 million pertaining to operating losses and tax basis differences related to certain partnership interests. A valuation allowance is provided against deferred tax assets when it is more likely than not that some portion or all of the deferred tax asset will not be realized. As of both March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, given the losses generated by the entity, the deferred tax assets have been offset by a valuation allowance of $8.6 million.
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5. BORROWINGS
The Company had the following borrowings outstanding as of September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2020:2021: 
Issuance DateMaturity DateInterest Rate as of September 30, 2021September 30, 2021December 31, 2020
Issuance Date
($ in thousands)
Issuance Date
($ in thousands)
Maturity DateInterest Rate as of March 31, 2022March 31, 2022December 31, 2021
Credit Facilities:Credit Facilities:Credit Facilities:
February 21, 2019February 21, 2019February 21, 20242.091%662,664,367 $719,660,707 February 21, 2019February 21, 20252.272%$757,217 $655,189 
Total Credit FacilitiesTotal Credit Facilities$662,664,367 $719,660,707 Total Credit Facilities$757,217 $655,189 
Notes:Notes:Notes:
September 24, 2020 - August 2025 NotesSeptember 24, 2020 - August 2025 NotesAugust 4, 20254.660%$25,000,000 $25,000,000 September 24, 2020 - August 2025 NotesAugust 4, 20254.660%$25,000 $25,000 
September 29, 2020 - August 2025 NotesSeptember 29, 2020 - August 2025 NotesAugust 4, 20254.660%25,000,000 25,000,000 September 29, 2020 - August 2025 NotesAugust 4, 20254.660%25,000 25,000 
November 5, 2020 - Series B NotesNovember 5, 2020 - Series B NotesNovember 4, 20254.250%62,500,000 62,500,000 November 5, 2020 - Series B NotesNovember 4, 20254.250%62,500 62,500 
November 5, 2020 - Series C NotesNovember 5, 2020 - Series C NotesNovember 4, 20274.750%112,500,000 112,500,000 November 5, 2020 - Series C NotesNovember 4, 20274.750%112,500 112,500 
February 25, 2021 Series D NotesFebruary 25, 2021 Series D NotesFebruary 26, 20263.410%80,000,000 — February 25, 2021 Series D NotesFebruary 26, 20263.410%80,000 80,000 
February 25, 2021 Series E NotesFebruary 25, 2021 Series E NotesFebruary 26, 20284.060%70,000,000 — February 25, 2021 Series E NotesFebruary 26, 20284.060%70,000 70,000 
November 23, 2021 - November 2026 NotesNovember 23, 2021 - November 2026 NotesNovember 23, 20263.300%350,000 350,000 
(Less: Deferred financing fees)(Less: Deferred financing fees)(734,666)(664,334)(Less: Deferred financing fees)(7,159)(7,444)
Total NotesTotal Notes$374,265,334 $224,335,666 Total Notes$717,841 $717,556 
February 2019 Credit Facility
On February 21, 2019, theThe Company has entered into the February 2019 Credit Facility (as subsequently amended in December 2019) with ING, Capital LLC ("ING"), as administrative agent, and the lenders party thereto. The initial commitments under the February 2019 Credit Facility total $800.0 million. TheEffective on November 4, 2021, the Company increased aggregate commitments under the February 2019 Credit Facility has anto $875.0 million from $800.0 million pursuant to the accordion feature thatunder the February 2019 Credit Facility, which allows for an increase in the total commitments by up to $400.0an aggregate of $1.2 billion subject to certain conditions and the satisfaction of specified financial covenants. Effective February 25, 2022, the Company increased aggregate commitments under the February 2019 Credit Facility to $965.0 million from $875.0 million pursuant to the accordion feature under the February 2019 Credit Facility, and the allowance for an increase in the total commitments increased to $1.5 billion from $1.2 billion subject to certain conditions and the satisfaction of specified financial covenants. The Company can borrow foreign currencies directly under the February 2019 Credit Facility. The February 2019 Credit Facility, which is structured as a revolving credit facility, is secured primarily by a material portion of the Company's assets and guaranteed by certain subsidiaries of the Company. Following the termination on June 30, 2020 of Barings BDC Senior Funding I, LLC’s (“BSF”) credit facility entered into in August 2018 with Bank of America, N.A. (the “August 2018 Credit Facility”), BSF became a subsidiary guarantor and its assets secure the February 2019 Credit Facility. The revolving period of the February 2019 Credit Facility ends on February 21, 2023,2024, followed by a one-year repayment period with a final maturity date of February 21, 2024.2025.
Borrowings denominated in U.S. Dollars under the February 2019 Credit Facility bear interest, subject to the Company'sCompany’s election, on a per annum basis equal to (i) the applicablealternate base rate plus 1.25% (or 1.00% (or 1.25% iffor so long as the Company no longer maintains an investment grade credit rating), or (ii) the applicable LIBOR rateterm Secured Overnight Financing Rate (“SOFR”) plus 2.25% (or 2.00% (or 2.25% iffor so long as the Company no longer maintains an investment grade credit rating) plus a credit spread adjustment of 0.10% for borrowings with an interest period of one month, 0.15% for borrowings with an interest period of three months or 0.25% for borrowings with an interest period of six months. The alternate base rate is equal to the greatest of (i) the prime rate, (ii) the federal funds rate plus 0.5%, (iii) forthe Overnight Bank Funding Rate plus 0.5%, (iv) one-month term SOFR plus 1.0% plus a credit spread adjustment of 0.10% and (v) 1.0%. For borrowings denominated in certain foreign currencies other than Australian dollars, the applicable currency rate for the foreign currency as defined in the credit agreement plus 2.00% (or 2.25% if the Company no longer maintains an investment grade credit rating) or (iv) for borrowings denominated in Australian dollars, the applicable Australian dollars Screen Rate, plus 2.20% (or 2.45% if the Company no longer maintains an investment grade credit rating). The applicable base rate is equal to the greatest of (i) the prime rate, (ii) the federal funds rate plus 0.5%, (iii) the Overnight Bank Funding Rate plus 0.5%, (iv) the adjusted three-month applicable currency rate plus 1.0% and (v) 1.0%. The applicable LIBOR and currency rates depend on the currency and term of the draw under the February 2019 Credit Facility, and cannot be less than zero.
In addition, the Company pays a commitment fee of (i) 0.5% per annum on undrawn amounts if the unused portion of the February 2019 Credit Facility is greater than two-thirds of total commitments or (ii) 0.375% per annum on undrawn amounts if
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the unused portion of the February 2019 Credit Facility is equal to or less than two-thirds of total commitments. In connection with entering into the February 2019 Credit Facility, the Company incurred financing fees of approximately $6.4 million, which will be amortized over the remaining life of the February 2019 Credit Facility.
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The February 2019 Credit Facility contains certain affirmative and negative covenants, including but not limited to (i) maintaining minimum stockholders' equity, (ii) maintaining minimum obligors' net worth, (iii) maintaining a minimum asset coverage ratio, (iv) meeting a minimum liquidity test and (v) maintaining the Company's status as a regulated investment company and as a business development company. The February 2019 Credit Facility also contains customary events of default with customary cure and notice provisions, including, without limitation, nonpayment, misrepresentation of representations and warranties in a material respect, breach of covenant, cross-default to other indebtedness, bankruptcy, change of control, and material adverse effect. The February 2019 Credit Facility also permits the administrative agent to select an independent third-party valuation firm to determine valuations of certain portfolio investments for purposes of borrowing base provisions. In connection with the February 2019 Credit Facility, the Company also entered into new collateral documents. As of September 30, 2021,March 31, 2022, the Company was in compliance with all covenants under the February 2019 Credit Facility.
As of September 30, 2021,March 31, 2022, the Company had U.S. dollar borrowings of $382.0$472.0 million outstanding under the February 2019 Credit Facility with an interest rate of 2.125%2.318% (one month LIBORSOFR of 0.125%0.218%), borrowings denominated in Swedish kronas of 12.8kr million ($1.51.4 million U.S. dollars) with an interest rate of 2.000% (one month STIBOR of 0.000%), borrowings denominated in British pounds sterling of £68.3£77.6 million ($92.1102.1 million U.S. dollars) with an interest rate of 2.063%2.477% (one month GBP LIBORSONIA of 0.063%0.477%), borrowings denominated in Australian dollars of A$36.6 million ($26.427.5 million U.S. dollars) with an interest rate of 2.250% (one month AUD Screen Rate of 0.250%) and borrowings denominated in Euros of €138.6 million ($160.6154.2 million U.S. dollars) with an interest rate of 2.000% (one month EURIBOR of 0.000%). The borrowings denominated in foreign currencies were translated into U.S. dollars based on the spot rate at the relevant balance sheet date. The impact resulting from changes in foreign exchange rates on the February 2019 Credit Facility borrowings is included in "Net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) - foreign currency transactions" in the Company's Unaudited Consolidated Statements of Operations.
As of December 31, 2020,2021, the Company had U.S. dollar borrowings of $472.0$377.0 million outstanding under the February 2019 Credit Facility with a weighted averagean interest rate of 2.188% (weighted average one2.125% (one month LIBOR of 0.188%0.125%), borrowings denominated in Swedish kronas of 12.8kr million ($1.61.4 million U.S. dollars) with an interest rate of 2.000% (one month STIBOR of 0.000%), borrowings denominated in British pounds sterling of £69.3£68.3 million ($94.892.5 million U.S. dollars) with a weightedan average interest rate of 2.063% (weighted average one2.125% (one month GBP LIBOR of 0.063%0.125%), borrowings denominated in Australian dollars of A$36.6 million ($28.226.6 million U.S. dollars) with a weighted averagean interest rate of 2.250% (weighted average one(one month AUD Screen Rate of 0.050%0.250%) and borrowings denominated in Euros of €100.6€138.6 million ($123.1157.6 million U.S. dollars) with a weighted averagean interest rate of 2.00% (weighted average one(one month EURIBOR of 0.000%). The borrowings denominated in foreign currencies were translated into U.S. dollars based on the spot rate at the relevant balance sheet date. The impact resulting from changes in foreign exchange rates on the February 2019 Credit Facility borrowings is included in "Net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) - foreign currency transactions" in the Company's Unaudited Consolidated Statements of Operations.
As of September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2020,2021, the total fair value of the borrowings outstanding under the February 2019 Credit Facility was $662.7$757.2 million and $719.7$655.2 million, respectively. The fair values of the borrowings outstanding under the February 2019 Credit Facility are based on a market yield approach and current interest rates, which are Level 3 inputs to the market yield model.
August 2025 Notes
On August 3, 2020, the Company entered into a Note Purchase Agreement (the "August 2020 NPA") with Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company governing the issuance of (1) $50.0 million in aggregate principal amount of Series A senior unsecured notes due August 2025 (the "Series A Notes due 2025") with a fixed interest rate of 4.66% per year, and (2) up to $50.0 million in aggregate principal amount of additional senior unsecured notes due August 2025 with a fixed interest rate per year to be determined (the "Additional Notes" and, collectively with the Series A Notes due 2025, the "August 2025 Notes"), in each case, to qualified institutional investors in a private placement. An aggregate principal amount of $25.0 million of the Series A Notes due 2025 was issued on September 24, 2020 and an aggregate principal amount of $25.0 million of the Series A Notes due 2025 was issued on September 29, 2020, both of which will mature on August 4, 2025 unless redeemed, purchased or prepaid prior to such date by the Company in accordance with their terms. Interest on the August 2025 Notes is due semiannually in March and September, beginning in March 2021. In addition, the Company is obligated to offer to repay the August 2025 Notes at par (plus accrued and unpaid interest to, but not including, the date of prepayment) if certain change in control events occur. Subject to the terms of the August 2020 NPA, the Company may redeem the August 2025 Notes in whole
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or in part at any time or from time to time at the Company’s option at par plus accrued interest to the prepayment date and, if redeemed on or before November 3, 2024, a make-whole premium. The August 2025 Notes are guaranteed by certain of the
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Company's subsidiaries, and are the Company's general unsecured obligations that rank pari passu with all outstanding and future unsecured unsubordinated indebtedness issued by the Company.
On November 4, 2020, the Company amended the August 2020 NPA to reduce the aggregate principal amount of unissued Additional Notes from $50.0 million to $25.0 million.
The August 2020 NPA contains certain representations and warranties, and various covenants and reporting requirements customary for senior unsecured notes issued in a private placement, including, without limitation, affirmative and negative covenants such as information reporting, maintenance of the Company’s status as a BDC within the meaning of the 1940 Act, certain restrictions with respect to transactions with affiliates, fundamental changes, changes of line of business, permitted liens, investments and restricted payments, minimum shareholders’ equity, maximum net debt to equity ratio and minimum asset coverage ratio. The August 2020 NPA also contains customary events of default with customary cure and notice periods, including, without limitation, nonpayment, incorrect representation in any material respect, breach of covenant, cross-default under our other indebtedness or that of our subsidiary guarantors, certain judgements and orders, and certain events of bankruptcy. Upon the occurrence of an event of default, the holders of at least 66-2/3% in principal amount of the August 2025 Notes at the time outstanding may declare all August 2025 Notes then outstanding to be immediately due and payable. As of September 30, 2021,March 31, 2022, the Company was in compliance with all covenants under the August 2020 NPA.
The August 2025 Notes were offered in reliance on Section 4(a)(2) of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”). The August 2025 Notes have not and will not be registered under the Securities Act or any state securities laws and, unless so registered, may not be offered or sold in the United States except pursuant to an exemption from, or in a transaction not subject to, the registration requirements of the Securities Act, as applicable.
As of both September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2020,2021, the fair value of the outstanding August 2025 Notes was $50.0 million.$49.7 million and $52.2 million, respectively. The fair value determination of the August 2025 Notes was based on a market yield approach and current interest rates, which are Level 3 inputs to the market yield model.
November Notes
On November 4, 2020, the Company entered into a Note Purchase Agreement (the “November 2020 NPA”) governing the issuance of (1) $62.5 million in aggregate principal amount of Series B senior unsecured notes due November 2025 (the “Series B Notes”) with a fixed interest rate of 4.25% per year and (2) $112.5 million in aggregate principal amount of Series C senior unsecured notes due November 2027 (the “Series C Notes” and, collectively with the Series B Notes, the “November Notes”) with a fixed interest rate of 4.75% per year, in each case, to qualified institutional investors in a private placement. Each stated interest rate is subject to a step up of (x) 0.75% per year, to the extent the applicable November Notes do not satisfy certain investment grade conditions and/or (y) 1.50% per year, to the extent the ratio of the Company’s secured debt to total assets exceeds specified thresholds, measured as of each fiscal quarter end. The November Notes were delivered and paid for on November 5, 2020. The Series B Notes will mature on November 4, 2025, and the Series C Notes will mature on November 4, 2027 unless redeemed, purchased or prepaid prior to such date by the Company in accordance with their terms. Interest on the November Notes is due semiannually in May and November, beginning in May 2021. In addition, the Company is obligated to offer to repay the November Notes at par (plus accrued and unpaid interest to, but not including, the date of prepayment) if certain change in control events occur. Subject to the terms of the November 2020 NPA, the Company may redeem the Series B Notes and the Series C Notes in whole or in part at any time or from time to time at the Company’s option at par plus accrued interest to the prepayment date and, if redeemed on or before May 4, 2025, with respect to the Series B Notes, or on or before May 4, 2027, with respect to the Series C Notes, a make-whole premium. The November Notes are guaranteed by certain of the Company’s subsidiaries, and are the Company's general unsecured obligations that rank pari passu with all outstanding and future unsecured unsubordinated indebtedness issued by the Company.
The November 2020 NPA contains certain representations and warranties, and various covenants and reporting requirements customary for senior unsecured notes issued in a private placement, including, without limitation, affirmative and negative covenants such as information reporting, maintenance of the Company’s status as a BDC within the meaning of the 1940 Act, certain restrictions with respect to transactions with affiliates, fundamental changes, changes of line of business, permitted liens, investments and restricted payments, minimum shareholders’ equity, maximum net debt to equity ratio and minimum asset coverage ratio. The November 2020 NPA also contains customary events of default with customary cure and notice periods, including, without limitation, nonpayment, incorrect representation in any material respect, breach of covenant, cross-default under our other indebtedness or that of our subsidiary guarantors, certain judgements and orders, and certain events of bankruptcy. Upon the occurrence of an event of default, the holders of at least 66-2/3% in principal amount of the
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November Notes at the time outstanding may declare all November Notes then outstanding to be immediately due and payable. As of September 30, 2021,March 31, 2022, the Company was in compliance with all covenants under the November 2020 NPA.
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The November Notes were offered in reliance on Section 4(a)(2) of the Securities Act. The November Notes have not and will not be registered under the Securities Act or any state securities laws and, unless so registered, may not be offered or sold in the United States except pursuant to an exemption from, or in a transaction not subject to, the registration requirements of the Securities Act, as applicable.
As of both September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2020,2021, the fair value of the outstanding Series B Notes was $61.1 million and $64.1 million, respectively. As of March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, the fair value of the outstanding Series C Notes was $62.5$109.0 million and $112.5$115.3 million, respectively. The fair value determinations of the Series B Notes and Series C Notes were based on a market yield approach and current interest rates, which are Level 3 inputs to the market yield model.
February Notes
On February 25, 2021, the Company entered into a Note Purchase Agreement (the “February 2021 NPA”) governing the issuance of (1) $80.0 million in aggregate principal amount of Series D senior unsecured notes due February 26, 2026 (the “Series D Notes”) with a fixed interest rate of 3.41% per year and (2) $70.0 million in aggregate principal amount of Series E senior unsecured notes due February 26, 2028 (the “Series E Notes” and, collectively with the Series D Notes, the “February Notes”) with a fixed interest rate of 4.06% per year, in each case, to qualified institutional investors in a private placement. Each stated interest rate is subject to a step up of (x) 0.75% per year, to the extent the applicable February Notes do not satisfy certain investment grade rating conditions and/or (y) 1.50% per year, to the extent the ratio of the Company’s secured debt to total assets exceeds specified thresholds, measured as of each fiscal quarter end. The February Notes were delivered and paid for on February 26, 2021.
The Series D Notes will mature on February 26, 2026, and the Series E Notes will mature on February 26, 2028 unless redeemed, purchased or prepaid prior to such date by the Company in accordance with the terms of the February 2021 NPA. Interest on the February Notes is due semiannually in February and August of each year, beginning in August 2021. In addition, the Company is obligated to offer to repay the February Notes at par (plus accrued and unpaid interest to, but not including, the date of prepayment) if certain change in control events occur. Subject to the terms of the February 2021 NPA, the Company may redeem the Series D Notes and the Series E Notes in whole or in part at any time or from time to time at the Company’s option at par plus accrued interest to the prepayment date and, if redeemed on or before August 26, 2025, with respect to the Series D Notes, or on or before August 26, 2027, with respect to the Series E Notes, a make-whole premium. The February Notes are guaranteed by certain of the Company’s subsidiaries, and are the Company's general unsecured obligations that rank pari passu with all outstanding and future unsecured unsubordinated indebtedness issued by the Company.
The February 2021 NPA contains certain representations and warranties, and various covenants and reporting requirements customary for senior unsecured notes issued in a private placement , including, without limitation, information reporting, maintenance of the Company’s status as a BDC within the meaning of the 1940 Act, and certain restrictions with respect to transactions with affiliates, fundamental changes, changes of line of business, permitted liens, investments and restricted payments. In addition, the February 2021 NPA contains the following financial covenants: (a) maintaining a minimum obligors’ net worth, measured as of each fiscal quarter end; (b) not permitting the Company’s asset coverage ratio, as of the date of the incurrence of any debt for borrowed money or the making of any cash dividend to shareholders, to be less than the statutory minimum then applicable to the Company under the 1940 Act; and (c) not permitting the Company’s net debt to equity ratio to exceed 2.0x, measured as of each fiscal quarter end.
The February 2021 NPA also contains customary events of default with customary cure and notice periods, including, without limitation, nonpayment, incorrect representation in any material respect, breach of covenant, cross-default under other indebtedness or that of the Company’s subsidiary guarantors, certain judgements and orders, and certain events of bankruptcy. Upon the occurrence of certain events of default, the holders of at least 66-2/3% in principal amount of the February Notes at the time outstanding may declare all February Notes then outstanding to be immediately due and payable. As of September 30, 2021,March 31, 2022, the Company was in compliance with all covenants under the February 2021 NPA.
The February Notes were offered in reliance on Section 4(a)(2) of the Securities Act. The February Notes have not and will not be registered under the Securities Act or any state securities laws and, unless so registered, may not be offered or sold in the United States except pursuant to an exemption from, or in a transaction not subject to, the registration requirements of the Securities Act, as applicable.
As of September 30,March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, the fair value of the outstanding Series D Notes were $75.5 million and $79.2 million, respectively. As of March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, the fair value of the outstanding Series E Notes was $80.0$65.2 million and $70.0$68.7 million, respectively. The fair value determinations of the Series D Notes and Series E Notes were based on a market yield approach and current interest rates, which are Level 3 inputs to the market yield model.
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November 2026 Notes
On November 23, 2021, the Company and U.S. Bank National Association (the “Trustee”) entered into an Indenture (the “Base Indenture”) and a Supplemental Indenture (the “First Supplemental Indenture” and, together with the Base Indenture, the “Indenture”). The First Supplemental Indenture relates to the Company’s issuance of $350.0 million aggregate principal amount of its 3.300% notes due 2026 (the “November 2026 Notes”).

The November 2026 Notes will mature on November 23, 2026 and may be redeemed in whole or in part at the Company’s option at any time or from time to time at the redemption prices set forth in the Indenture. The November 2026 Notes bear interest at a rate of 3.300% per year payable semi-annually on May 23 and November 23 of each year, commencing on May 23, 2022. The November 2026 Notes are general unsecured obligations of the Company that rank senior in right of payment to all of the Company’s existing and future indebtedness that is expressly subordinated in right of payment to the November 2026 Notes, rank pari passu with all existing and future unsecured unsubordinated indebtedness issued by the Company, rank effectively junior to any of the Company’s secured indebtedness (including unsecured indebtedness that the Company later secures) to the extent of the value of the assets securing such indebtedness, and rank structurally junior to all existing and future indebtedness (including trade payables) incurred by the Company’s subsidiaries, financing vehicles or similar facilities.
The Indenture contains certain covenants, including covenants requiring the Company to comply with the asset coverage requirements of Section 18(a)(1)(A) as modified by Section 61(a)(1) and (2) of the 1940 Act, whether or not it is subject to those requirements, and to provide financial information to the holders of the November 2026 Notes and the Trustee if the Company is no longer subject to the reporting requirements under the Exchange Act. These covenants are subject to important limitations and exceptions that are described in the Indenture.
In addition, on the occurrence of a “change of control repurchase event,” as defined in the Indenture, the Company will generally be required to make an offer to purchase the outstanding November 2026 Notes at a price equal to 100% of the principal amount of such November 2026 Notes plus accrued and unpaid interest to the repurchase date.
As of March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, the fair value of the outstanding November 2026 Notes was $320.9 million and $346.8 million, respectively. The fair value determinations of the November 2026 Notes were based on a market yield approach and current interest rates, which are Level 3 inputs to the market yield model.
6. DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS
MVC Credit Support Agreement
In connection with the MVC Acquisition, on December 23, 2020, promptly following the closing of the Company’s merger with MVC, the Company and the Adviser entered into the MVC Credit Support Agreement, pursuant to which the Adviser has agreed to provide credit support to the Company in the amount of up to $23.0 million relating to the net cumulative realized and unrealized losses on the acquired MVC investment portfolio over a 10-year period. See “Note 2 – Agreements and Related Party Transactions” for additional information regarding the MVC Credit Support Agreement. Net unrealized appreciation or depreciation on the MVC Credit Support Agreement is included in "Net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) - credit support agreement"agreements" in the Company’s Unaudited Consolidated Statements of Operations.
The following tables present the fair value and aggregate unrealized depreciation of the Company'sMVC Credit Support Agreement as of September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2020:2021:
As of September 30, 2021:
Description
Counter PartySettlement DateNotional AmountValueUnrealized Appreciation (Depreciation)
Credit Support AgreementBarings LLC01/01/31$23,000,000 $14,300,006 $700,006 
Total Credit Support Agreement$700,006 
As of March 31, 2022
Description
($ in thousands)
Counter PartySettlement DateNotional AmountValueUnrealized Appreciation (Depreciation)
MVC Credit Support AgreementBarings LLC01/01/31$23,000 $15,000 $1,400 
Total MVC Credit Support Agreement$1,400 
As of December 31, 2020:
Description
Counter PartySettlement DateNotional AmountValueUnrealized Appreciation (Depreciation)
Credit Support AgreementBarings LLC01/01/31$23,000,000 $13,600,000 $— 
Total Credit Support Agreement$— 
As of December 31, 2021
Description
($ in thousands)
Counter PartySettlement DateNotional AmountValueUnrealized Appreciation (Depreciation)
MVC Credit Support AgreementBarings LLC01/01/31$23,000 $15,400 $1,800 
Total MVC Credit Support Agreement$1,800 
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As of September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2020,2021, the fair value of the MVC Credit Support Agreement was $14.3$15.0 million and $13.6$15.4 million, respectively, and is included in "Credit support agreement"agreements" in the accompanying Unaudited and Audited Consolidated Balance Sheets. The fair value of the MVC Credit Support Agreement was determined based on an income approach, with the primary inputs being the enterprise value, the continuously annual risk-free interest rate, a measure of expected asset volatility, and the expected time until an exit event for each portfolio company in the MVC Reference Portfolio, which are all Level 3 inputs.
Sierra Credit Support Agreement
In connection with the Sierra Acquisition, on February 25, 2022, promptly following the closing of the Company’s merger with Sierra, the Company and the Adviser entered into the Sierra Credit Support Agreement, pursuant to which the Adviser has agreed to provide credit support to the Company in the amount of up to $100.0 million relating to the net cumulative realized and unrealized losses on the acquired Sierra investment portfolio over a 10-year period. See “Note 2 – Agreements and Related Party Transactions” for additional information regarding the Sierra Credit Support Agreement. Net unrealized appreciation or depreciation on the Sierra Credit Support Agreement is included in "Net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) - credit support agreements" in the Company’s Unaudited Consolidated Statements of Operations.
The following table presents the fair value and aggregate unrealized depreciation of the Sierra Credit Support Agreement as of March 31, 2022:
As of March 31, 2022
Description
($ in thousands)
Counter PartySettlement DateNotional AmountValueUnrealized Appreciation (Depreciation)
Sierra Credit Support AgreementBarings LLC04/01/32$100,000 $44,400 $— 
Total Sierra Credit Support Agreement$— 
As of March 31, 2022, the fair value of the Sierra Credit Support Agreement was $44.4 million, and is included in “Credit support agreements” in the accompanying Unaudited Consolidated Balance Sheet. The fair value of the Sierra Credit Support Agreement was determined based on an income approach, with the primary inputs being the enterprise value, the continuously annual risk-free interest rate, a measure of expected asset volatility, and the expected time until an exit event for each portfolio company in the Sierra Reference Portfolio, which are all Level 3 inputs.
Foreign Currency Forward Contracts
The Company enters into forward currency contracts from time to time to primarily help mitigate the impact that an adverse change in foreign exchange rates would have on net interest income from the Company's investments and related borrowings denominated in foreign currencies. Net unrealized appreciation or depreciation on foreign currency contracts are included in "Net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) - foreign currency transactions" and net realized gains or losses on forward currency contracts are included in "Net realized gains (losses) - foreign currency transactions" in the Company’s Unaudited Consolidated Statements of Operations. Forward currency contracts are considered undesignated derivative instruments.
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The following tables presentspresent the Company's foreign currency forward contracts as of September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2020:2021:
As of September 30, 2021:
Description
Notional Amount to be PurchasedNotional Amount to be SoldMaturity DateGross Amount of Recognized Assets (Liabilities)Balance Sheet Location of Net Amounts
As of March 31, 2022
Description
($ in thousands)
As of March 31, 2022
Description
($ in thousands)
Notional Amount to be PurchasedNotional Amount to be SoldMaturity DateGross Amount of Recognized Assets (Liabilities)Balance Sheet Location of Net Amounts
Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)A$67,436$50,50504/08/22$138 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)$22,755A$31,38604/08/22(815)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)A$9,000,000$6,523,35710/06/21$(22,179)Derivative liabilityForeign currency forward contract (AUD)$19,490A$27,00004/08/22(787)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)$6,550,418A$9,000,00010/06/2149,240 Prepaid expenses and other assetsForeign currency forward contract (AUD)$6,494A$9,05004/08/22(302)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)A$2,098,659$1,507,74201/06/229,026 Prepaid expenses and other assetsForeign currency forward contract (AUD)$51,174A$68,22307/07/22(146)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (CAD)Foreign currency forward contract (CAD)C$3,203$2,55904/08/22Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (CAD)Foreign currency forward contract (CAD)C$6,124,048$4,797,82310/06/2136,200 Prepaid expenses and other assetsForeign currency forward contract (CAD)$2,506C$3,20304/08/22(58)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (CAD)Foreign currency forward contract (CAD)$4,962,973C$6,124,04810/06/21128,950 Prepaid expenses and other assetsForeign currency forward contract (CAD)$2,549C$3,19007/07/22(5)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (CAD)Foreign currency forward contract (CAD)$4,881,155C$6,229,67301/06/22(36,660)Derivative liabilityForeign currency forward contract (CAD)$49C$6107/07/22— Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (DKK)Foreign currency forward contract (DKK)2,105,000kr.$328,52010/06/21(428)Derivative liabilityForeign currency forward contract (DKK)2,116kr.$31504/08/22Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (DKK)Foreign currency forward contract (DKK)$334,7722,105,000kr.10/06/216,680 Prepaid expenses and other assetsForeign currency forward contract (DKK)$3232,116kr.04/08/22Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (DKK)Foreign currency forward contract (DKK)$335,1072,142,838kr.01/06/22446 Prepaid expenses and other assetsForeign currency forward contract (DKK)$3232,159kr.07/07/22(1)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)€13,326,630$15,559,56010/06/21(114,118)Derivative liabilityForeign currency forward contract (EUR)€2,000$2,21504/01/2210 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)$15,737,249€13,326,63010/06/21291,805 Prepaid expenses and other assetsForeign currency forward contract (EUR)€86,555$96,09204/08/22225 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)$4,864,467€4,182,59301/06/226,576 Prepaid expenses and other assetsForeign currency forward contract (EUR)€5,020$5,70104/08/22(116)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)$25,366€23,00004/08/22(228)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)$8,514€7,50004/08/22168 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)$69,071€61,07504/08/221,109 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)$95,469€85,83507/07/22(400)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (NZD)Foreign currency forward contract (NZD)NZ$11,600$8,02604/08/2242 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (NZD)Foreign currency forward contract (NZD)$7,995NZ$11,60004/08/22(74)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (NZD)Foreign currency forward contract (NZD)$8,151NZ$11,80107/07/22(44)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)$13,131£10,00004/01/22(35)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)£8,819$11,52104/08/2290 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)$5,642£4,22004/08/2286 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)£9,000,000$12,189,27110/06/21(54,099)Derivative liabilityForeign currency forward contract (GBP)$6,122£4,59904/08/2267 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)$12,254,165£9,000,00010/06/21118,993 Prepaid expenses and other assetsForeign currency forward contract (GBP)$12,612£9,65607/07/22(97)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)£4,465,465$5,997,74501/06/2224,868 Prepaid expenses and other assetsForeign currency forward contract (GBP)£10,000$13,12807/07/2235 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (SEK)Foreign currency forward contract (SEK)1,787,447kr$203,10410/06/211,212 Prepaid expenses and other assetsForeign currency forward contract (SEK)1,875kr$20104/08/22— Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (SEK)Foreign currency forward contract (SEK)$209,9971,787,447kr10/06/215,680 Prepaid expenses and other assetsForeign currency forward contract (SEK)$2071,875kr04/08/22Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (SEK)Foreign currency forward contract (SEK)$203,8531,791,942kr01/07/22(1,216)Derivative liabilityForeign currency forward contract (SEK)$2131,976kr07/07/22— Derivative liability
TotalTotal$450,976 Total$(1,120)
As of December 31, 2020:
Description
Notional Amount to be PurchasedNotional Amount to be SoldMaturity DateGross Amount of Recognized Assets (Liabilities)Balance Sheet Location of Net Amounts
Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)$8,471,304A$11,378,67001/05/21$(309,049)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)A$11,378,670$8,610,50401/05/21169,849 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)$148,019A$193,88204/06/21(1,698)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)$13,472,749€11,406,60401/05/21(483,801)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)€11,406,604$13,518,02301/05/21438,526 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)$561,754€456,60404/06/211,944 Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)$13,554,607£10,215,29901/05/21(409,190)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)£10,215,299$13,717,67801/05/21246,118 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)$13,109,849£9,672,75804/06/21(119,769)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (SEK)$141,6031,259,406kr01/05/21(11,748)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (SEK)1,259,406kr$152,39601/05/21955 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (SEK)$164,3251,356,628kr04/06/21(1,028)Derivative liability
Total$(478,891)

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As of December 31, 2021
Description
($ in thousands)
Notional Amount to be PurchasedNotional Amount to be SoldMaturity DateGross Amount of Recognized Assets (Liabilities)Balance Sheet Location of Net Amounts
Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)A$31,601$22,849.50301/06/22$126 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)A$2,099$1,50801/06/2218 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)$20,727A$28,70001/06/22(139)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)$3,580A$5,00004/08/22(55)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)$18,247A$25,385.69704/08/22(215)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (CAD)C$3,230$2,52801/06/2229 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (CAD)C$3,000$2,42501/06/22(50)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (CAD)$4,881C$6,23001/06/22(51)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (CAD)$2,506C$3,20304/08/22(29)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (DKK)2,142.838kr.$32601/06/22Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (DKK)$3352,142.838kr.01/06/22Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (DKK)$3232,115.99kr.04/08/22(1)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)€52,582.593$59,52401/06/22275 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)€5,020$5,701.273904/08/2219 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)$24,722€21,50001/06/22271 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)$14,563€12,90001/06/22(108)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)$20,655€18,182.59301/06/22(23)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)$60,413€53,264.85704/08/22(282)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)$1,130€1,00004/08/22(10)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)$8,514€7,50004/08/22(32)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)£9,900$13,219.51901/06/22190 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)$13,348.815£9,90001/06/22(60)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)$6,121.622£4,598.70704/08/22(104)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (SEK)1,791.942kr$19801/07/22— Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (SEK)$2041,791.942kr01/07/22Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (SEK)$2071,874.724kr04/08/22— Prepaid expenses and other assets
Total$(217)
As of September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2020,2021, the total fair value of the Company's foreign currency forward contracts was $0.5$(1.1) million and $(0.5)$(0.2) million, respectively. The fair values of the Company's foreign currency forward contracts are based on unadjusted prices from independent pricing services and independent indicative broker quotes, which are Level 2 inputs.
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7. COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES
In the normal course of business, the Company is party to financial instruments with off-balance sheet risk, consisting primarily of unused commitments to extend financing to the Company's portfolio companies. Since commitments may expire without being drawn upon, the total commitment amount does not necessarily represent future cash requirements. As of September 30, 2021 and DecemberMarch 31, 2020,2022, the Company believed that it had adequate financial resources to satisfy its unfunded commitments. The balances of unused commitments to extend financing as of September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 and December 31, 20202021 were as follows:
Portfolio CompanyInvestment TypeSeptember 30, 2021December 31, 2020
Acclime Holdings HK Limited(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan$3,750,000 $— 
ADE Holding(1)(3)Committed Capex Line— 91,814 
Air Comm Corporation, LLC(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan405,027 — 
Anju Software, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan— 1,981,371 
Arch Global Precision, LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan— 4,193,475 
Beacon Pointe Advisors, LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan— 363,636 
BigHand UK Bidco Limited(1)(4)Acquisition Capex Facility376,644 — 
Bounteous, Inc.(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan613,636 — 
British Engineering Services Holdco Limited(1)(4)Acquisition Facility— 7,006,008 
British Engineering Services Holdco Limited(1)(4)Bridge Revolver609,766 618,177 
Canadian Orthodontic Partners Corp(1)(2)(6)Delayed Draw Term Loan166,198 — 
Centralis Finco S.a.r.l.(1)(3)Acquisition Facility469,765 495,950 
Classic Collision (Summit Buyer, LLC)(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan486,189 1,672,446 
CM Acquisitions Holdings Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,247,359 1,551,602 
Contabo Finco S.À R.L(1)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan216,163 228,211 
Coyo Uprising GmbH(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan910,613 — 
CSL Dualcom(1)(4)Delayed Draw Term Loan993,478 1,007,182 
Dart Buyer, Inc.(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan2,430,569 2,430,569 
DreamStart Bidco SAS(1)(3)Acquisition Facility943,074 995,640 
Dune Group(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,390,740 — 
Dwyer Instruments, Inc.(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,217,712 — 
Eclipse Business Capital, LLC(1)Revolver13,636,364 — 
EPS NASS Parent, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan583,051 — 
F24 (Stairway BidCo GmbH)(1)(3)Acquisition Facility412,879 323,840 
Fineline Technologies, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan180,000 — 
FitzMark Buyer, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan— 1,470,588 
Foundation Risk Partners, Corp.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan3,444,445 4,984,771 
FragilePak LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan2,354,167 — 
Heartland, LLC(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan— 5,347,666 
Heilbron (f/k/a Sucsez (Bolt Bidco B.V.))(1)(2)(3)Accordion Facility— 10,225,081 
Home Care Assistance, LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan173,697 — 
IGL Holdings III Corp.(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan3,408,219 5,914,219 
Innovad Group II BV(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,859,447 — 
INOS 19-090 GmbH(1)(2)(3)Acquisition Facility2,583,951 2,727,980 
Jocassee Partners LLCJoint Venture20,000,000 30,000,000 
Kano Laboratories LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan4,543,950 4,543,950 
Kene Acquisition, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan— 322,928 
LAF International(1)(2)(3)Acquisition Facility347,685 — 
LivTech Purchaser, Inc.(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan81,977 — 
MC Group Ventures Corporation(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan817,249 — 
Portfolio Company
($ in thousands)
Investment TypeMarch 31, 2022December 31, 2021
1888 Industrial Services, LLC(1)(2)Revolver$314 $— 
Acclime Holdings HK Limited(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,179 1,179 
Acclime Holdings HK Limited(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan110 110 
Air Comm Corporation, LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan11 11 
Air Comm Corporation, LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,448 1,448 
Amtech Software(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,527 2,727 
Amtech Software(1)Revolver682 682 
AnalytiChem Holding GmbH(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan6,073 6,207 
Aquavista Watersides 2 LTD(1)(2)(4)Bridge Revolver489 503 
Aquavista Watersides 2 LTD(1)(2)(4)Acquisition Facility3,059 3,147 
Astra Bidco Limited(1)(2)(4)Delayed Draw Term Loan959 2,571 
Avance Clinical Bidco Pty Ltd(1)(5)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,435 3,497 
Azalea Buyer, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan962 962 
Azalea Buyer, Inc.(1)Revolver481 481 
Bariacum S.A(1)(2)(3)Acquisition Facility2,114 2,161 
Beyond Risk Management, Inc.(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan2,573 2,573 
BigHand UK Bidco Limited(1)(2)(4)Acquisition Facility— 378 
Black Angus Steakhouses, LLC(1)Acquisition Facility417 — 
Bounteous, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan2,840 2,840 
Brightpay Limited(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan241 432 
Brightpay Limited(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan141 144 
BrightSign LLC(1)Revolver1,329 1,329 
British Engineering Services Holdco Limited(1)(2)(4)Bridge Revolver— 613 
Brook & Whittle Holding Corp.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan852 — 
CAi Software, LLC(1)Revolver943 943 
Canadian Orthodontic Partners Corp.(1)(2)(6)Acquisition Facility120 167 
Centralis Finco S.a.r.l.(1)(3)Acquisition Facility451 461 
Ceres Pharma NV(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan2,103 2,149 
CGI Parent, LLC(1)(2)Revolver1,212 — 
Classic Collision (Summit Buyer, LLC)(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan309 393 
Coastal Marina Holdings, LLC(1)(2)PIK Tranche B Term Loan1,311 1,311 
Coastal Marina Holdings, LLC(1)(2)Tranche A Term Loan3,576 3,576 
Command Alkon (Project Potter Buyer, LLC)(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan6,018 6,018 
Coyo Uprising GmbH(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan874 894 
Crash Champions, LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan379 5,420 
CSL Dualcom(1)(4)Acquisition Term Loan970 998 
Dart Buyer, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,163 2,431 
DecksDirect, LLC(1)Revolver58 218 
DreamStart Bidco SAS(1)(3)Acquisition Facility604 617 
Dune Group(1)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan650 665 
Dwyer Instruments, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan692 692 
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Portfolio CompanyInvestment TypeSeptember 30, 2021December 31, 2020
Modern Star Holdings Bidco Pty Limited(1)(2)(5)Capex Term Loan2,168,002 2,315,967 
Murphy Midco Limited(1)(4)Delayed Draw Term Loan3,256,552 3,301,472 
Navia Benefit Solutions, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,600,000 — 
OG III B.V.(1)(2)(3)Acquisition Capex Facility905,556 — 
Options Technology Ltd.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan— 2,604,080 
Pacific Health Supplies Bidco Pty Limited(1)(2)(5)CapEx Term Loan1,274,275 1,535,025 
PDQ.Com Corporation(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan289,389 — 
Premier Technical Services Group(1)(4)Acquisition Facility— 1,197,505 
Premium Invest(1)(2)(3)Acquisition Facility3,340,094 — 
Protego Bidco B.V.(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan860,413 — 
PSC UK Pty Ltd.(1)(4)Acquisition Facility527,876 535,157 
QPE7 SPV1 BidCo Pty Ltd(1)(5)Acquisition Capex Facility732,210 — 
Questel Unite(1)(2)(3)Cap Acquisition Facility— 10,300,913 
Radwell International, LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan— 3,235,947 
Rep Seko Merger Sub LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,454,545 1,454,546 
Reward Gateway (UK) Ltd(1)(2)(4)Acquisition Facility2,247,224 — 
Safety Products Holdings, LLC(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan— 6,467,345 
Security Holdings B.V.(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan2,317,900 — 
Security Holdings B.V.(1)(2)(3)Revolver1,158,950 — 
Smile Brands Group, Inc.(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan654,691 2,148,691 
Springbrook Software (SBRK Intermediate, Inc.)(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan2,372,538 3,489,026 
SSCP Pegasus Midco Limited(1)(4)Delayed Draw Term Loan13,207,365 13,389,546 
The Hilb Group, LLC(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan4,070,833 5,545,939 
Transit Technologies LLC(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,857,017 6,035,305 
USLS Acquisition, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan— 450,466 
Utac Ceram(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan— 743,327 
Waccamaw River(2)Joint Venture15,680,000 — 
W2O Holdings, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan3,831,517 5,989,298 
Total unused commitments to extend financing$134,460,961 $159,236,659 
Portfolio Company
($ in thousands)
Investment TypeMarch 31, 2022December 31, 2021
Eclipse Business Capital, LLC(1)Revolver10,909 11,818 
EMI Porta Holdco LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan11,212 12,458 
EMI Porta Holdco LLC(1)Revolver2,361 2,966 
EPS NASS Parent, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan583 583 
eShipping, LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,650 2,548 
eShipping, LLC(1)Revolver824 1,232 
Events Software BidCo Pty Ltd(1)(5)Delayed Draw Term Loan481 — 
F24 (Stairway BidCo GmbH)(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan396 405 
Fineline Technologies, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan180 180 
Finexvet(1)(3)Acquisition Facility967 — 
FragilePak LLC(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan2,354 2,354 
Heartland Veterinary Partners, LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan657 657 
Heavy Construction Systems Specialists, LLC(1)Revolver2,632 2,632 
HW Holdco, LLC (Hanley Wood LLC)(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan913 1,563 
IGL Holdings III Corp.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,217 1,217 
Innovad Group II BV(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,785 1,825 
INOS 19-090 GmbH(1)(2)(3)Acquisition Facility2,481 2,535 
ITI Intermodal, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan103 103 
ITI Intermodal, Inc.(1)Revolver124 124 
Jaguar Merger Sub Inc.(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,781 1,961 
Jaguar Merger Sub Inc.(1)(2)Revolver490 490 
Jocassee Partners LLCJoint Venture15,000 20,000 
Jon Bidco Limited(1)(2)(7)Capex & Acquisition Facility1,585 — 
Jones Fish Hatcheries & Distributors LLC(1)Revolver418 — 
Kano Laboratories LLC(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan153 153 
Kano Laboratories LLC(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan2,830 4,544 
Kemmerer Operations LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan908 — 
LAF International(1)(2)(3)Acquisition Facility178 341 
Lambir Bidco Limited(1)(2)(3)Bridge Revolver920 941 
Lambir Bidco Limited(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,841 1,881 
LeadsOnline, LLC(1)Revolver2,603 — 
Lifestyle Intermediate II, LLC(1)Revolver2,500 — 
LivTech Purchaser, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan34 82 
Marmoutier Holding B.V.(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan396 405 
Marmoutier Holding B.V.(1)(2)(3)Revolver159 162 
Marshall Excelsior Co.(1)(2)Revolver1,047 — 
MC Group Ventures Corporation(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan817 817 
Modern Star Holdings Bidco Pty Limited(1)(5)Capex Term Loan1,072 1,038 
Murphy Midco Limited(1)(4)Delayed Draw Term Loan648 2,617 
Narda Acquisitionco., Inc.(1)Revolver1,311 1,311 
Navia Benefit Solutions, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,261 1,261 
Nexus Underwriting Management Limited(1)(2)(4)Revolver101 103 
Nexus Underwriting Management Limited(1)(2)(4)Acquisition Facility526 541 
Novotech Aus Bidco Pty Ltd(1)Capex & Acquisition Facility809 — 
OA Buyer, Inc.(1)Revolver1,331 1,331 
OAC Holdings I Corp(1)Revolver685 — 
OG III B.V.(1)(2)(3)Acquisition CapEx Facility671 686 

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Portfolio Company
($ in thousands)
Investment TypeMarch 31, 2022December 31, 2021
Omni Intermediate Holdings, LLC(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan— 817 
Omni Intermediate Holdings, LLC(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan2,289 4,357 
OSP Hamilton Purchaser, LLC(1)Revolver187 187 
Pacific Health Supplies Bidco Pty Limited(1)(2)(5)CapEx Term Loan1,325 1,283 
PDQ.Com Corporation(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan— 289 
PDQ.Com Corporation(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan7,753 10,948 
Polara Enterprises, L.L.C.(1)(2)Revolver545 545 
Policy Services Company, LLC(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan3,772 6,944 
Premium Invest(1)(2)(3)Acquisition Facility1,892 1,933 
ProfitOptics, LLC(1)Revolver484 — 
Protego Bidco B.V.(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan826 844 
QPE7 SPV1 BidCo Pty Ltd(1)(2)(5)Acquisition Term Loan— 373 
RA Outdoors, LLC(1)Revolver741 — 
Rep Seko Merger Sub LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,305 1,455 
Reward Gateway (UK) Ltd(1)(2)(4)Acquisition Facility657 1,061 
Riedel Beheer B.V.(1)(2)(3)Revolver— 230 
Riedel Beheer B.V.(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan150 153 
Scaled Agile, Inc.(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan416 416 
Scaled Agile, Inc.(1)(2)Revolver336 336 
Security Holdings B.V.(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan2,225 2,274 
Security Holdings B.V.(1)(2)(3)Revolver1,113 1,137 
Smartling, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,978 2,353 
Smartling, Inc.(1)Revolver1,176 1,176 
Smile Brands Group, Inc.(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan418 655 
Springbrook Software (SBRK Intermediate, Inc.)(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan2,372 2,373 
SSCP Pegasus Midco Limited(1)(4)Delayed Draw Term Loan5,105 5,251 
Superjet Buyer, LLC(1)Revolver1,825 1,825 
Syntax Systems Ltd(1)(2)Revolver448 569 
Syntax Systems Ltd(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,933 1,933 
Tank Holding Corp(1)Revolver873 — 
Techone B.V.(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,586 1,621 
Techone B.V.(1)(2)(3)Revolver423 432 
Tencarva Machinery Company, LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan886 886 
Tencarva Machinery Company, LLC(1)Revolver1,128 1,129 
The Caprock Group, Inc. (aka TA/TCG Holdings, LLC)(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan2,811 2,811 
The Caprock Group, Inc. (aka TA/TCG Holdings, LLC)(1)Revolver827 827 
The Hilb Group, LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan2,529 2,773 
Thermacell Repellents, Inc.(1)Revolver605 — 
Transit Technologies LLC(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan— 1,857 
Truck-Lite Co., LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan4,540 4,540 
Turbo Buyer, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,339 2,070 
Turbo Buyer, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan2,250 — 
USLS Acquisition, Inc.(f/k/a US Legal Support, Inc.)(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan3,820 — 
Victoria Bidco Limited(1)(2)(4)Delayed Draw Term Loan458 — 
Waccamaw River, LLC(2)Joint Venture4,580 11,280 
W2O Holdings, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan3,831 3,832 
West Dermatology, LLC(1)Revolver552 — 
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Portfolio Company
($ in thousands)
Investment TypeMarch 31, 2022December 31, 2021
West Dermatology, LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan3,352 — 
West Dermatology, LLC(1)PIK Delayed Draw Term Loan144 — 
Woodland Foods, Inc.(1)Revolver1,734 2,070 
ZB Holdco LLC(1)Revolver845 — 
ZB Holdco LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,352 — 
Zeppelin Bidco Limited(1)(2)(4)Capex / Acquisition Facility3,472 — 
Zeppelin Bidco Limited(1)(2)(4)Revolver579 — 
Total unused commitments to extend financing$220,360 $234,658 
(1)The Company's estimate of the fair value of the current investments in these portfolio companies includes an analysis of the fair value of any unfunded commitments.
(2)Represents a commitment to extend financing to a portfolio company where one or more of the Company's current investments in the portfolio company are carried at less than cost.
(3)Actual commitment amount is denominated in Euros. Commitment was translated into U.S. dollars based on the spot rate at the relevant balance sheet date.
(4)Actual commitment amount is denominated in British pounds sterling. Commitmentsterling.Commitment was translated into U.S. dollars based on the spot rate at the relevant balance sheet date.
(5)Actual commitment amount is denominated in Australian dollars. Commitment was translated into U.S. dollars based on the spot rate at the relevant balance sheet date.
(6)Actual commitment amount is denominated in Canadian dollars. Commitment was translated into U.S. dollars based on the spot rate at the relevant balance sheet date.
(7)Actual commitment amount is denominated in New Zealand dollars. Commitment was translated into U.S. dollars based on the spot rate at the relevant balance sheet date.
In the normal course of business, the Company guarantees certain obligations in connection with its portfolio companies (in particular, certain controlled portfolio companies). Under these guarantee arrangements, payments may be required to be made to third parties if such guarantees are called upon or if the portfolio companies were to default on their related obligations, as applicable. As of September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2020,2021, the Company had guaranteed 9.9 million ($11.511.0 million U.S. dollars and $12.1$11.3 million U.S. dollars, respectively) relating to credit facilities among Erste Bank and MVC Automotive Group Gmbh ("MVC Auto"). The Company would be required to make payments to Erste Bank if MVC Auto were to default on their related payment obligations. None of the credit facility guarantees are recorded as a liability on the Company's Unaudited and Audited Consolidated Balance Sheets, as such the credit facility liabilities are considered in the valuation of the investments in MVC Auto. The guarantees denominated in foreign currencies were translated into U.S. dollars based on the spot rate at the relevant balance sheet date.
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In addition, as of December 31, 2020, the Company agreed to cash collateralize a $3.5 million letter of credit for Security Holdings B.V. The $3.5 million cash collateralization was reflected as "Restricted cash" on the accompanying Audited Consolidated Balance Sheet as of December 31, 2020. The letter of credit expired on April 30, 2021, and as of September 30, 2021, none of the Company’s cash was restricted.
Neither the Company, the Adviser, nor the Company’s subsidiaries are currently subject to any material pending legal proceedings, other than ordinary routine litigation incidental to their respective businesses. The Company, the Adviser, and the Company’s subsidiaries may from time to time, however, be involved in litigation arising out of operations in the normal course of business or otherwise, including in connection with strategic transactions. Furthermore, third parties may seek to impose liability on the Company in connection with the activities of its portfolio companies. While the outcome of any current legal proceedings cannot at this time be predicted with certainty, the Company does not expect any current matters will materially affect its financial condition or results of operations; however, there can be no assurance whether any pending legal proceedings will have a material adverse effect on the Company’s financial condition or results of operations in any future reporting period.
COVID-19 Developments
During the ninethree months ended September 30, 2021,March 31, 2022, the Coronavirus and the COVID-19 pandemic continued to have a significant impact on the U.S and global economies. To the extent the Company's portfolio companies are adversely impacted by the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, it may have a material adverse impact on the Company's future net investment income, the fair value of its portfolio investments, its financial condition and the results of operations and financial condition of the Company's portfolio companies.
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8. FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
The following is a schedule of financial highlights for the ninethree months ended September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 and 2020:2021:
Nine Months Ended September 30, Three Months Ended March 31,
20212020
($ in thousands, except share and per share amounts)($ in thousands, except share and per share amounts)20222021
Per share data:Per share data:Per share data:
Net asset value at beginning of periodNet asset value at beginning of period$10.99 $11.66 Net asset value at beginning of period$11.36 $10.99 
Net investment income(1)Net investment income(1)0.67 0.45 Net investment income(1)0.23 0.22 
Net realized gain (loss) on investments / foreign currency transactions(1)Net realized gain (loss) on investments / foreign currency transactions(1)(0.02)(0.77)Net realized gain (loss) on investments / foreign currency transactions(1)(0.02)0.03 
Net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on investments/ CSA / foreign currency transactions(1)0.36 0.03 
Net unrealized appreciation on investments / CSA / foreign currency transactions(1)Net unrealized appreciation on investments / CSA / foreign currency transactions(1)0.04 0.10 
Total increase (decrease) from investment operations(1)Total increase (decrease) from investment operations(1)1.01 (0.29)Total increase (decrease) from investment operations(1)0.25 0.35 
Dividends/distributions paid to stockholders from net investment incomeDividends/distributions paid to stockholders from net investment income(0.60)(0.48)Dividends/distributions paid to stockholders from net investment income(0.23)(0.19)
Common stock offeringCommon stock offering(0.60)— 
Deemed contribution - CSADeemed contribution - CSA0.54 — 
Deemed contribution - Barings LLCDeemed contribution - Barings LLC0.34 — 
Purchases of shares in share repurchase plan— 0.05 
Loss on extinguishment of debt(1)— (0.01)
OtherOther— 0.04 Other0.20 (0.01)
Net asset value at end of periodNet asset value at end of period$11.40 $10.97 Net asset value at end of period$11.86 $11.14 
Market value at end of period(2)Market value at end of period(2)$11.02 $8.00 Market value at end of period(2)$10.34 $9.98 
Shares outstanding at end of periodShares outstanding at end of period65,316,085 47,961,753 Shares outstanding at end of period111,095,334 65,316,085 
Net assets at end of periodNet assets at end of period$744,821,565 $525,976,941 Net assets at end of period$1,317,556 $727,883 
Average net assetsAverage net assets$737,202,849 $513,677,913 Average net assets$929,432 $727,273 
Ratio of total expenses, including loss on extinguishment of debt and provision for taxes, to average net assets (annualized)(3)Ratio of total expenses, including loss on extinguishment of debt and provision for taxes, to average net assets (annualized)(3)10.01 %7.79 %Ratio of total expenses, including loss on extinguishment of debt and provision for taxes, to average net assets (annualized)(3)10.65 %8.92 %
Ratio of net investment income to average net assets (annualized)Ratio of net investment income to average net assets (annualized)7.98 %5.65 %Ratio of net investment income to average net assets (annualized)8.18 %7.91 %
Portfolio turnover ratio (annualized)(4)Portfolio turnover ratio (annualized)(4)46.17 %30.26 %Portfolio turnover ratio (annualized)(4)8.81 %16.82 %
Total return(4)(5)Total return(4)(5)26.83 %(16.51)%Total return(4)(5)(4.16)%10.54 %
(1)Weighted average per share data—basic and diluted; per share data was derived by using the weighted average shares outstanding during the applicable period.
(2)Represents the closing price of the Company’s common stock on the last day of the period.
(3)Does not include expenses of underlying investment companies, including joint ventures and short-term investments.
(4)Portfolio turnover ratio as of March 31, 2022 and 2021 excludes the impact of short-term investments. Portfolio ratio as of March 31, 2022 excludes the impact of the Sierra Acquisition.
(5)Total return is based on purchase of stock at the current market price on the first day and a sale at the current market price on the last day of each period reported on the table and assumes reinvestment of dividends at prices obtained by the Company's dividend reinvestment plan during the period. Total return is not annualized.
9. SIERRA ACQUISITION
On September 21, 2021, February 25, 2022, the Company entered into ancompleted the Sierra Acquisitionpursuant to the terms and conditions of that certain Agreement and Plan of Merger (the “MergerSierra Merger Agreement”), dated as of September 21, 2021, by and among the Company, Mercury Acquisition Sub, Inc., a Maryland corporation and a direct wholly owned subsidiary of the Company (“Sierra Acquisition Sub”), Sierra Income Corporation, a Maryland corporation (“Sierra”), and Barings. The Merger Agreement provides that, onTo effect the terms and subject to the conditions set forth in the Merger Agreement,acquisition, Sierra Acquisition Sub will mergemerged with and into Sierra, with Sierra continuingsurviving the merger as the surviving company and as aCompany’s wholly owned subsidiary of the Company (the “First Sierra Merger”) and, immediately. Immediately thereafter, Sierra will mergemerged with and into the Company, with the Company continuing as the surviving company (the “Second Sierra Merger” and, together with the First Sierra Merger, the “Merger”“Sierra Merger”). The Board and the board of directors of Sierra, including all of the respective independent directors, have approved the Merger Agreement and the transactions contemplated therein. The parties to the Merger Agreement intend the Merger to behas been treated as a “reorganization” within the meaning of Section 368(a)(1)(A) of the Code.
InPursuant to the FirstSierra Merger Agreement, Sierra stockholders received the right to the following merger consideration in exchange for each share of Sierra common stock issued and outstanding immediately prior to the effective time of the First Sierra Merger (excluding any shares cancelled pursuant to the Sierra Merger Agreement) will be converted into the right to receive: (i) approximately $0.9783641 per share in cash, without interest, from Barings (such amount of cash, the “Cash Consideration”) and (ii) 0.44973 (such ratio, as may be adjusted pursuant to the Merger Agreement, the “Exchange Ratio”) of a validly issued, fully paid and non-assessable share of the Company’s common stock. The Company issued approximately 45,986,926 shares of its common stock (the “Share Consideration” and, togetherto Sierra’s former stockholders in connection with the Cash Consideration,Sierra Merger, thereby resulting in the “Merger Consideration”).
The Merger Agreement contains representations, warranties and covenants, including, among others, covenants relating to the operation of eachCompany’s then-existing stockholders owning approximately 58.7% of the Company’scombined company and Sierra’s businesses during the period prior to the closingformer stockholders owning approximately 41.3% of the Merger. Thecombined company.
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Company and Sierra have agreed to convene and hold stockholder meetings forIn connection with the purpose of obtaining the approvals requiredcompletion of the Company’s and Sierra’s stockholders, respectively, andacquisition of Sierra, the Board andaffirmed the boardCompany’s commitment to make open-market purchases of directorsshares of Sierra have agreed to recommend that their respective stockholders approve the applicable proposals (as described below).
The Merger Agreement provides that Sierra shall not, and shall cause its subsidiaries and instruct its representatives not to, directly or indirectly, solicit proposals relating to alternative transactions, or, subject to certain exceptions, initiate or participatecommon stock in discussions or negotiations regarding, or provide information with respect to, any proposal for an alternative transaction. However, the Sierra board of directors may, subject to certain conditions, change its recommendation to the Sierra stockholders or, on payment of a termination fee of $11.0 million to the Company and the reimbursementaggregate amount of up to $2.0$30.0 million in expenses incurred by the Company and Barings, terminate the Merger Agreement and enter into an Alternative Acquisition Agreement (as defined in the Merger Agreement) for a Superior Proposal (as defined in the Merger Agreement) if it determines in good faith, after consultation with its outside legal counsel, that failure to do so would be inconsistent with the directors’ duties under applicable law.
Consummationat then-current market prices at any time shares trade below 90% of the First Merger, which is currently anticipatedCompany’s then most recently disclosed NAV per share. Any repurchases pursuant to the authorized program will occur during the first quarter of fiscal year12-month period commencing on April 1, 2022 isand are expected to be made in accordance with a Rule 10b5-1 purchase plan that qualifies for the safe harbors provided by Rules 10b5-1 and 10b-18 under the Exchange Act, as well as subject to certain customary closing conditions, including (1) approval of the First Merger by the holders of at least a majority of the outstanding shares of Sierra common stock entitled to vote thereon, (2) approval of the issuance ofcompliance with the Company’s common stock to be issued in the First Merger by a majority of the votes cast by the Company stockholders on the matter at the Company stockholders meeting, (3) approval of the issuance of the Company’s common stock incovenant and regulatory requirements.
In connection with the First Merger at a price below the then-current net asset value per share ofSierra Acquisition, on February 25, 2022, the Company common stock, if applicable, by the vote specified in Section 63(2)(A) of the 1940 Act, (4) the absence of certain legal impediments to the consummation of the Merger, (5) effectiveness of the registration statement for the Company common stock to be issued as consideration in the First Merger, (6) approval for listing onentered into the New York Stock Exchange of the Company common stock to be issued as consideration in the First Merger, (7) subject to certain materiality standards, the accuracy of the representations and warranties and complianceBarings BDC Advisory Agreement with the covenants of each party to the Merger Agreement, and (8) required regulatory approvals (including expiration of the waiting period under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976, as amended, or early termination thereof).
Barings, as party to the Merger Agreement, agreed to vote all shares of the Company common stock over which it has voting power (other than in its fiduciary capacity) in favor of the proposals to be submitted by the Company to its stockholders for approval relating to the Merger.
In addition, the Company and Sierra will take steps necessary to provide for the repayment at closing of Sierra’s existing loan agreement. The Merger Agreement also contains certain termination rights in favor of the Company and Sierra, including if the First Merger is not completed on or before March 31, 2022 or if the requisite approvals of the Company stockholders or Sierra stockholders are not obtained.
Further, the Company will enter into an amendment and restatement of the Amended and Restated Advisory Agreement, effective as ofAdviser. Promptly following the closing of the Merger, to raise the annualized hurdle rate thereunder from 8.0% to 8.25%. Following the closing of theSierra Merger, the Company will also enterentered into a credit support agreementthe Sierra Credit Support Agreement with Barings. See “Note 2 - Agreements and Related Party Transactions” for more information regarding the New Barings forBDC Advisory Agreement and the benefit of the combined company, to protect against net cumulative unrealized and realized losses of up to $100.0 million on the acquired Sierra investment portfolio over the next ten years.Credit Support Agreement.
The Company is expected to accountSierra Acquisition was accounted for the Merger as an asset acquisition in accordance with the asset acquisition method of accounting as detailed in ASC 805-50, Business Combinations-Related Issues. Under asset acquisition accounting, acquiring assets in groups not only requires ascertaining the cost of the asset (or net assets), but also allocating that cost to the individual assets (or individual assets and liabilities) that make up the group. Per ASC 805-50-30-1, the acquired assets (as a group) are recognized based on their cost to the acquiring entity, which generally includes transaction costs of the asset acquisition, and no gain or loss is recognized unless the fair value of noncash assets given as consideration differs from the assets carrying amounts on the acquiring entity’s records. ASC 805-50-30-2 goes on to say asset acquisitions in which the consideration given is cash are measured by the amount of cash paid. However, if the consideration given is not in the form of cash (that is, in the form of noncash assets, liabilities incurred, or equity interests issued), measurement is based on the cost to the acquiring entity or the fair value of the assets (or net assets) acquired, whichever is more clearly evident and, thus, more reliably measured.
IfThe fair value of the merger consideration paid by the Company was allocated to the assets acquired and liabilities assumed based on their relative fair values as of the date of acquisition and did not give rise to goodwill. Since the fair value of the net assets to be acquired exceedsexceeded the fair value of the Merger Consideration to bemerger consideration paid by the Company, then the Company would recognizerecognized a deemed contribution from the Adviser.
The following table summarizes the allocation of the purchase price to the assets acquired and liabilities assumed as a result of the Sierra Acquisition:
($ in thousands)
Common stock issued by the Company$499,418 
Cash consideration paid by the Company(1)10,495 
Deemed contribution from Barings LLC27,904 
Total purchase price$537,817 
Assets acquired:
Investments(2)$442,198 
Cash102,006 
Other assets(3)3,519 
Total assets acquired$547,723 
Liabilities assumed(4)(9,906)
Net assets acquired$537,817 
(1)The Company incurred $10.4 million in an amount upprofessional fees and other costs related to approximately $100.0 million. If the Sierra Acquisition, including $4.0 million in investment banking fees.
(2)Investments acquired were recorded at fair value, of netwhich is also the Company's initial cost basis
(3)Other assets to be acquired exceedsin the fair valueSierra Acquisition consisted of the Merger Consideration to be paid by the Company and by Barings, then the Company would also recognize a purchase accounting gain. Alternatively, if the fair value of the net assets to be acquired is less than the fair value of the portion of the Merger Consideration to be paid by the Company,following:
($ in thousands)
Interest and fees receivable$2,874 
Escrow receivable645 
Total$3,519 
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then(4)Liabilities assumed in the Company would recognize a purchase accounting loss. The Company expects any potential gain or loss would be classified as unrealized on the statement of operations until the underlying assets are sold.
The costSierra Acquisition consisted of the group of assets acquired in an asset acquisition is allocated to the individual assets acquired or liabilities assumed based on their relative fair values of net identifiable assets acquired other than “non-qualifying” assets (for example cash) and does not give rise to goodwill. The final allocation of the purchase price will be determined after the Merger is completed and after completion of a final analysis to determine the estimated relative fair values of the acquired assets and liabilities.following:
($ in thousands)
Accrued merger expenses$3,327 
Current and deferred tax liability3,814 
Other liabilities2,765 
Total$9,906 
10. SUBSEQUENT EVENTS
Subsequent to September 30, 2021, March 31, 2022, the Company made approximately $238.5$174.4 million of new commitments, of which $164.4$141.0 million closed and funded. The $164.4$141.0 million of investments consistconsists of $124.9$120.9 million of first lien senior secured debt investments, $14.5$16.2 million of second lien senior secured and subordinated debt investments and $25.0$3.8 million of equity investments. The weighted average yield of the debt investments was 6.7%7.1%. In addition, the Company funded $3.8$15.0 million of previously committed delayed draw term loans.loans.
Effective on November 4, 2021,April 1, 2022, the Company increased aggregate commitments under the February 2019 Credit Facility to $875.0 million$1.1 billion from $800.0$965.0 million pursuant to the accordion feature under the February 2019 Credit Facility, which allows for an increase in the total commitments to an aggregate of $1.2$1.5 billion subject to certain conditions and the satisfaction of specified financial covenants.
On November 9, 2021,May 5, 2022, the Board declared a quarterly distribution of $0.22$0.24 per share payable on December 1, 2021June 15, 2022 to holders of record as of November 24, 2021.June 8, 2022.

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Item 2. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations.
The following discussion is designed to provide a better understanding of our unaudited consolidated financial statements for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2021,March 31, 2022, including a brief discussion of our business, key factors that impacted our performance and a summary of our operating results. The following discussion should be read in conjunction with the Unaudited Consolidated Financial Statements and the notes thereto included in Item 1 of this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, and the Consolidated Financial Statements and notes thereto and Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations contained in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2020.2021. Historical results and percentage relationships among any amounts in the financial statements are not necessarily indicative of trends in operating results for any future periods.
Forward-Looking Statements
Some of the statements in this Quarterly Report constitute forward-looking statements because they relate to future events or our future performance or financial condition. Forward-looking statements may include, among other things, statements as to our future operating results, our business prospects and the prospects of our portfolio companies, the impact of the investments that we expect to make, the ability of our portfolio companies to achieve their objectives, our expected financings and investments, the adequacy of our cash resources and working capital, and the timing of cash flows, if any, from the operations of our portfolio companies. Words such as "expect," "anticipate," "target," "goals," "project," "intend," "plan," "believe," "seek," "estimate," "continue," "forecast," "may," "should," "potential," variations of such words, and similar expressions indicate a forward-looking statement, although not all forward-looking statements include these words. Readers are cautioned that the forward-looking statements contained in this Quarterly Report are only predictions, are not guarantees of future performance, and are subject to risks, events, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Our actual results could differ materially from those implied or expressed in the forward-looking statements for any reason, including the items discussed herein, in Item 1A entitled "Risk Factors" in Part I of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 20202021 and in Item 1A entitled "Risk Factors" in Part II of our subsequently filed Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q. Other factors that could cause our actual results and financial condition to differ materially include, but are not limited to, changes in political, economic or industry conditions, the interest rate environment or conditions affecting the financial and capital markets, including with respect to changes from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic; the length and duration of the COVID-19 outbreak in the United States as well as worldwide and the magnitude of the economic impact of that outbreak; the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on our business prospects and the prospects of our portfolio companies, including our and their ability to achieve our respective objectives; the effect of the disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic on our ability to continue to effectively manage our business and on the availability of equity and debt capital and our use of borrowed money to finance a portion of our investments; risks associated with possible disruption due to terrorism in our operations or the economy generally; and future changes in laws or regulations and conditions in our operating areas; and risks related to our pending acquisition of Sierra Income Corporation.areas. These statements are based on our current expectations, estimates, forecasts, information and projections about the industry in which we operate and the beliefs and assumptions of our management as of the date of filing of this Quarterly Report. We assume no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, unless we are required to do so by law. 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 in the future may file with the SEC, including annual reports on Form 10-K, quarterly reports on Form 10-Q and current reports on Form 8-K.
Overview of Our Business
We are a Maryland corporation incorporated on October 10, 2006. In August 2018, in connection with the closing of an externalization transaction through which Barings LLC (“Barings”) agreed to become our external investment adviser, we entered into an investment advisory agreement (the “Original Advisory Agreement”) and an administration agreement (the “Administration Agreement”) with Barings. In connection with the completion of our acquisition of MVC Capital, Inc., a Delaware corporation, on December 23, 2020 (the “MVC Acquisition”), we entered into an amended and restated investment advisory agreement (the “Amended and Restated Advisory Agreement”) with Barings on December 23, 2020, following approval of the Amended and Restated Advisory Agreement by our stockholders at our December 23, 2020 special meeting of stockholders. The terms of the Amended and Restated Advisory Agreement became effective on January 1, 2021. In connection with the completion of the Sierra Acquisition (as defined below), on February 25, 2022, we entered into a second amended and restated investment advisory agreement (the “New Barings BDC Advisory Agreement”) with the Adviser. Under the terms of the Amended and RestatedNew Barings BDC Advisory Agreement and the Administration Agreement, Barings serves as our investment adviser and administrator and manages our investment portfolio and performs (or oversees, or arranges for, the performance of) the administrative services necessary for our operation.
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An externally-managed BDC generally does not have any employees, and its investment and management functions are provided by an outside investment adviser and administrator under an advisory agreement and administration agreement. Instead of directly compensating employees, we pay Barings for investment management and managementadministrative services pursuant to the terms of the Amendedan investment advisory agreement and Restated Advisory Agreement (and, prior to January 1, 2021, pursuant to the terms of the Original Advisory Agreement) and the Administration Agreement.an administration agreement. Under the terms of the Amended and RestatedNew Barings BDC Advisory Agreement, (and, prior to January 1, 2021, under the terms of the Original Advisory Agreement), the fees paid to Barings for managing our affairs are determined based upon an objective and fixed formula, as compared with the subjective and variable nature of the costs associated with employing management and employees in an internally-managed BDC structure, which include bonuses that cannot be directly tied to Company performance because of restrictions on incentive compensation under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the “1940 Act”).
Beginning in August 2018, Barings shifted our investment focus to invest in syndicated senior secured loans, bonds and other fixed income securities. Since that time, Barings has transitioned our portfolio to primarily senior secured private debt investments in well-established middle-market businesses that operate across a wide range of industries. Barings’ existing SEC co-investment exemptive relief under the 1940 Act (the “Exemptive Relief”) permits us and Barings’ affiliated private and SEC-registered funds to co-invest in Barings-originated loans, which allows Barings to efficiently implement its senior secured private debt investment strategy for us.
Barings employs fundamental credit analysis, and targets investments in businesses with relatively low levels of cyclicality and operating risk. The holding size of each position will generally be dependent upon a number of factors including total facility size, pricing and structure, and the number of other lenders in the facility. Barings has experience managing levered vehicles, both public and private, and will seek to enhance our returns through the use of leverage with a prudent approach that prioritizes capital preservation. Barings believes this strategy and approach offers attractive risk/return with lower volatility given the potential for fewer defaults and greater resilience through market cycles. A significant portion of our investments are expected to be rated below investment grade by rating agencies or, if unrated would be rated below investment grade if they were rated. Below investment grade securities, which are often referred to as “junk,” have predominantly speculative characteristics with respect to the issuer’s capacity to pay interest and repay principal.
We generate revenues in the form of interest income, primarily from our investments in debt securities, loan origination and other fees and dividend income. Fees generated in connection with our debt investments are recognized over the life of the loan using the effective interest method or, in some cases, recognized as earned. Our syndicated senior secured loans generally bear interest between LIBOR plus 300 basis points and LIBOR plus 400 points. Our senior secured, middle-market, private debt investments generally have terms of between five and seven years. Our senior secured, middle-market, first lien private debt investments generally bear interest between LIBOR (or the applicable currency rate for investments in foreign currencies) plus 450 basis points and LIBOR plus 650 basis points per annum. Our subordinated middle-market, private debt investments generally bear interest between LIBOR (or the applicable currency rate for investments in foreign currencies) plus 700 basis points and LIBOR plus 900 basis points per annum if floating rate, and between 8% and 15% if fixed rate. From time to time, certain of our investments may have a form of interest, referred to as payment-in-kind, or PIK, interest, which is not paid currently but is instead accrued and added to the loan balance and paid at the end of the term.
As of September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2020,2021, the weighted average yield on the principal amount of our outstanding debt investments other than non-accrual debt investments was approximately 7.3% and 7.1%7.2%, respectively. The weighted average yield on the principal amount of all of our outstanding debt investments (including equity and equity-linked investments and short-term investments but excluding non-accrual debt investments) was approximately 6.1%6.8% and 6.4%6.9% as of March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, respectively.
Sierra Income Corporation Acquisition
On February 25, 2022, we completed our acquisition of Sierra Income Corporation, a Maryland corporation (“Sierra”), pursuant to the terms and conditions of that certain Agreement and Plan of Merger (the “Sierra Merger Agreement”), dated as of September 30,21, 2021, with Sierra, Mercury Acquisition Sub, Inc., a Maryland corporation and December 31, 2020, respectively. The weighted average yieldour direct wholly owned subsidiary (“Sierra Acquisition Sub”), and Barings. To effect the acquisition, Sierra Acquisition Sub merged with and into Sierra, with Sierra surviving the merger as our wholly owned subsidiary (the “First Sierra Merger”). Immediately thereafter, Sierra merged with and into us, with Barings BDC, Inc. as the surviving company (the “Second Sierra Merger” and, together with the First Sierra Merger, the “Sierra Merger”).
Pursuant to the Sierra Merger Agreement, each share of Sierra common stock, par value $0.001 per share (the “Sierra Common Stock”), issued and outstanding immediately prior to the effective time of the First Sierra Merger (other than shares of Sierra Common Stock issued and outstanding immediately prior to the effective time of the First Sierra Merger that were held by a subsidiary of Sierra or held, directly or indirectly, by us or Sierra Acquisition Sub) was converted into the right to receive (i) an amount in cash from Barings, without interest, equal to $0.9783641, and (ii) 0.44973 shares of the our common stock, plus any cash in lieu of fractional shares. As a result of the Sierra Merger, former Sierra stockholders received approximately 46.0 million shares of our common stock for their shares of Sierra Common Stock.
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In connection with the Sierra Acquisition, on February 25, 2022, following the closing of the Sierra Merger, we entered into (1) the New Barings BDC Advisory Agreement, and (2) a credit support agreement (the “Sierra Credit Support Agreement”) with Barings, pursuant to which Barings has agreed to provide credit support to us in the amount of up to $100.0 million relating to the net cumulative realized and unrealized losses on the principal amount allacquired Sierra investment portfolio over a 10-year period. See “Note 2. Agreements and Related Party Transactions” and “Note. 6 Derivative Instruments” in the Notes to our Consolidated Financial Statements included in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for more information.
In addition, in connection with the closing of the Sierra Merger, our board of directors (the “Board”) affirmed our commitment to purchase in open-market transactions, pursuant to Rule 10b-18 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), and subject to our compliance with our covenant and regulatory requirements, shares of our outstanding investments (including equity and equity-linked investments and short-term investments) was approximately 6.1% and 6.5% ascommon stock in an aggregate amount of September 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020, respectively.up to $30,000,000 at then-current market prices at any time the shares of our common stock trade below 90% of our then most recently disclosed net asset value per share during the 12-month period commencing on April 1, 2022.
COVID-19 Developments
The spread of the Coronavirus and the COVID-19 pandemic, and the related effect on the U.S. and global economies, has had adverse consequences for the business operations of some of our portfolio companies and has adversely affected, and threatens to continue to adversely affect, our operations and the operations of Barings, including with respect to us. Barings has taken proactive steps around COVID-19 to address the potential impacts on their people, clients, communities and everyone they come in contact with, directly or through their premises. Protecting their employees and supporting the communities in which they live and work is a priority. Barings continues to operate with the majority of employees in the United Stateshas now adopted a hybrid working remotelymodel globally while maintaining service levels to our partners and clients. In the United States, all offices are open for associates who wish to work from an office location. In Europe and Asia-Pac a hybrid working model is now in place with the majority of associates working from office locations on average 2-3 days per week. Barings’ return-to-office taskforce continues to plan formonitor the safe returnCOVID-19 situation globally and is prepared to adapt office working patterns as required to ensure the safety of associates to allits employees and clients who visit Barings office locations but is no longer targeting a set date for this given the continued uncertainty around COVID-related case numbers.locations. Barings’ cybersecurity policies are applied consistently when working remotely or in the office.
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While we have been carefully monitoring the COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on our business and the business of our portfolio companies, we have continued to fund our existing debt commitments. In addition, we have continued to make and originate, and expect to continue to make and originate, new loans.
We cannot predict the full impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, including its duration in the United States and worldwide and the magnitude of the economic impact of the outbreak, including with respect to the travel restrictions, business closures and other quarantine measures imposed on service providers and other individuals by various local, state, and federal governmental authorities, as well as non-U.S. governmental authorities. We are unable to predict the extent and duration of any business and supply-chain disruptions, the extent to which COVID-19 will negatively affect our portfolio companies’ operating results or the impact that such disruptions may have on our results of operations and financial condition. Depending on the duration and extent of the disruption to the operations of our portfolio companies, certain portfolio companies could experience financial distress and possibly default on their financial obligations to us and their other capital providers. Some of our portfolio companies may significantly curtail business operations, furlough or lay off employees and terminate service providers, and defer capital expenditures if subjected to prolonged and severe financial distress, which would likely impair their business on a permanent basis. These developments would likely result in a decrease in the value of our investment in any such portfolio company.
We will continue to monitor the situation relating to the COVID-19 pandemic and guidance from U.S. and international authorities, including federal, state and local public health authorities and may take additional actions based on their recommendations. In these circumstances, there may be developments outside our control requiring us to adjust our plan of operation. As such, given the dynamic nature of this situation, we cannot reasonably estimate the impacts of COVID-19 on our financial condition, results of operations or cash flows in the future. However, to the extent our portfolio companies are adversely impacted by the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, it may have a material adverse impact on our future net investment income, the fair value of our portfolio investments, our financial condition and the results of operations and financial condition of our portfolio companies.
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Relationship with Our Adviser, Barings
Our investment adviser, Barings, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company, is a leading global asset management firm and is registered with the SEC as an investment adviser under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, as amended. Barings’ primary investment capabilities include fixed income, private credit, real estate, equity, and alternative investments. Subject to the overall supervision of our board of directors (the “Board”),the Board, Barings’ Global Private Finance Group (“BGPF”) manages our day-to-day operations, and provides investment advisory and management services to us. BGPF is part of Barings’ $300.4$290.9 billion Global Fixed Income Platform that invests in liquid, private and structured credit. BGPF manages private funds and separately managed accounts, along with multiple public vehicles.
Among other things, Barings (i)��determines the composition of our portfolio, the nature and timing of the changes therein and the manner of implementing such changes; (ii) identifies, evaluates and negotiates the structure of the investments made by us; (iii) executes, closes, services and monitors the investments that we make; (iv) determines the securities and other assets that we will purchase, retain or sell; (v) performs due diligence on prospective portfolio companies and (vi) provides us with such other investment advisory, research and related services as we may, from time to time, reasonably require for the investment of our funds.
Under the terms of the Administration Agreement, Barings performs (or oversees, or arranges for, the performance of) the administrative services necessary for our operation, including, but not limited to, office facilities, equipment, clerical, bookkeeping and record keeping services at such office facilities and such other services as Barings, subject to review by the Board, will from time to time determine to be necessary or useful to perform its obligations under the Administration Agreement. Barings also, on our behalf and subject to the Board’s oversight, arranges for the services of, and oversees, custodians, depositories, transfer agents, dividend disbursing agents, other stockholder servicing agents, accountants, attorneys, underwriters, brokers and dealers, corporate fiduciaries, insurers, banks and such other persons in any such other capacity deemed to be necessary or desirable. Barings is responsible for the financial and other records that we are required to maintain and will prepare all reports and other materials required to be filed with the SEC or any other regulatory authority.
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Stockholder Approval of Reduced Asset Coverage Ratio
On July 24, 2018, our stockholders voted at a special meeting of stockholders (the “2018 Special Meeting”) to approve a proposal to authorize us to be subject to a reduced asset coverage ratio of at least 150% under the 1940 Act. As a result of the stockholder approval at the 2018 Special Meeting, effective July 25, 2018, our applicable asset coverage ratio under the 1940 Act has been decreased to 150% from 200%. As a result, we are permitted under the 1940 Act to incur indebtedness at a level which is more consistent with a portfolio of senior secured debt. As of September 30, 2021,March 31, 2022, our asset coverage ratio was 171.8%188.9%.
Pending Sierra Income Corporation Acquisition
On September 21, 2021, we entered into an Agreement and Plan of Merger (the “Merger Agreement”) by and among us, Mercury Acquisition Sub, Inc., a Maryland corporation and our direct wholly owned subsidiary (“Acquisition Sub”), Sierra Income Corporation, a Maryland corporation (“Sierra”), and Barings. The Merger Agreement provides that, on the terms and subject to the conditions set forth in the Merger Agreement, Acquisition Sub will merge with and into Sierra, with Sierra continuing as the surviving company and as our wholly owned subsidiary (the “First Merger”) and, immediately thereafter, Sierra will merge with and into us, with Barings BDC, Inc. continuing as the surviving company (the “Second Merger” and, together with the First Merger, the “Merger”). Both the Board and the board of directors of Sierra, including all of the respective independent directors, have approved the Merger Agreement and the transactions contemplated therein. The parties to the Merger Agreement intend the Merger to be treated as a “reorganization” within the meaning of Section 368(a) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the “Code”).
In the First Merger, each share of Sierra common stock issued and outstanding immediately prior to the effective time of the First Merger (excluding any shares cancelled pursuant to the Merger Agreement) will be converted into the right to receive (i) $0.9783641 per share in cash, without interest, from Barings (such amount of cash, the “Cash Consideration”) and (ii) 0.44973 (such ratio, as may be adjusted pursuant to the Merger Agreement, the “Exchange Ratio”) of a validly issued, fully paid and non-assessable share of our common stock (the “Share Consideration” and, together with the Cash Consideration, the “Merger Consideration”).
The Merger Agreement contains representations, warranties and covenants, including, among others, covenants relating to the operation of each of our and Sierra’s businesses during the period prior to the closing of the Merger. We and Sierra have agreed to convene and hold stockholder meetings for the purpose of obtaining the approvals required of our and Sierra’s stockholders, respectively, and our Board and the board of directors of Sierra have agreed to recommend that their respective stockholders approve the applicable proposals (as described below).
The Merger Agreement provides that Sierra shall not, and shall cause its subsidiaries and instruct its representatives not to, directly or indirectly, solicit proposals relating to alternative transactions, or, subject to certain exceptions, initiate or participate in discussions or negotiations regarding, or provide information with respect to, any proposal for an alternative transaction. However, the Sierra board of directors may, subject to certain conditions, change its recommendation to the Sierra stockholders or, on payment of a termination fee of $11.0 million to us and the reimbursement of up to $2.0 million in expenses incurred by us and Barings, terminate the Merger Agreement and enter into an Alternative Acquisition Agreement (as defined in the Merger Agreement) for a Superior Proposal (as defined in the Merger Agreement) if it determines in good faith, after consultation with its outside legal counsel, that failure to do so would be inconsistent with the directors’ duties under applicable law.
Consummation of the First Merger, which is currently anticipated to occur during the first quarter of fiscal year 2022, is subject to certain customary closing conditions, including (1) approval of the First Merger by the holders of at least a majority of the outstanding shares of Sierra common stock entitled to vote thereon, (2) approval of the issuance of our common stock to be issued in the First Merger by a majority of the votes cast by our stockholders on the matter at our stockholders meeting, (3) approval of the issuance of our common stock in connection with the First Merger at a price below the then-current net asset value per share of our common stock, if applicable, by the vote specified in Section 63(2)(A) of the 1940 Act, (4) the absence of certain legal impediments to the consummation of the Merger, (5) effectiveness of the registration statement for our common stock to be issued as consideration in the First Merger, (6) approval for listing on the New York Stock Exchange of our common stock to be issued as consideration in the First Merger, (7) subject to certain materiality standards, the accuracy of the representations and warranties and compliance with the covenants of each party to the Merger Agreement, and (8) required regulatory approvals (including expiration of the waiting period under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976, as amended, or early termination thereof).
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Barings, as party to the Merger Agreement, agreed to vote all shares of our common stock over which it has voting power (other than in its fiduciary capacity) in favor of the proposals to be submitted by us to our stockholders for approval relating to the Merger.
In addition, we and Sierra will take steps necessary to provide for the repayment at closing of Sierra’s existing loan agreement. The Merger Agreement also contains certain termination rights in favor of us and Sierra, including if the First Merger is not completed on or before March 31, 2022 or if the requisite approvals of our stockholders or Sierra stockholders are not obtained.
Further, we will enter into an amendment and restatement of the Amended and Restated Advisory Agreement, effective as of the closing of the Merger, to raise the annualized hurdle rate thereunder from 8.0% to 8.25%. Following the closing of the Merger, we will also enter into a credit support agreement with Barings, for the benefit of the combined company, to protect against net cumulative unrealized and realized losses of up to $100.0 million on the acquired Sierra investment portfolio over the next ten years.
Portfolio Investment Composition
The total value of our investment portfolio was $1,652.5$2,403.4 million as of September 30, 2021,March 31, 2022, as compared to $1,495.8$1,800.6 million as of December 31, 2020.2021. As of September 30,March 31, 2022, we had investments in 287 portfolio companies with an aggregate cost of $2,391.6 million. As of December 31, 2021, we had investments in 170212 portfolio companies and two money market fund with an aggregate cost of $1,633.7 million. As of December 31, 2020, we had investments in 146 portfolio companies and two money market funds with an aggregate cost of $1,486.1$1,787.8 million. As of both September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2020,2021, none of our portfolio investments represented greater than 10% of the total fair value of our investment portfolio.
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As of September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2020,2021, our investment portfolio consisted of the following investments:
CostPercentage of
Total
Portfolio
Fair ValuePercentage of
Total
Portfolio
September 30, 2021:
Senior debt and 1st lien notes
$1,155,679,769 71 %$1,162,119,382 70 %
Subordinated debt and 2nd lien notes192,870,460 12 190,426,410 12 
Structured products18,207,625 20,794,178 
Equity shares137,240,410 141,945,560 
Equity warrants1,111,602 — 898,443 — 
Investment in joint ventures / PE fund78,602,532 86,298,947 
Short-term investments50,000,000 50,000,000 
$1,633,712,398 100 %$1,652,482,920 100 %
December 31, 2020:
Senior debt and 1st lien notes
$1,167,436,742 79 %$1,171,250,512 79 %
Subordinated debt and 2nd lien notes137,776,808 138,767,120 
Structured products30,071,808 32,508,845 
Equity shares44,693,645 44,651,114 
Equity warrants1,235,383 — 1,300,197 — 
Investment in joint ventures / PE fund39,282,532 41,759,922 
Short-term investments65,558,227 65,558,227 
$1,486,055,145 100 %$1,495,795,937 100 %
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($ in thousands)CostPercentage of
Total
Portfolio
Fair ValuePercentage of
Total
Portfolio
March 31, 2022:
Senior debt and 1st lien notes
$1,560,223 65 %$1,555,746 65 %
Subordinated debt and 2nd lien notes346,381 14 317,643 13 
Structured products84,056 82,014 
Equity shares170,691 219,466 
Equity warrants174 — 156 — 
Investment in joint ventures / PE fund230,076 10 228,400 10 
$2,391,601 100 %$2,403,425 100 %
December 31, 2021:
Senior debt and 1st lien notes
$1,217,899 68 %$1,221,598 68 %
Subordinated debt and 2nd lien notes253,551 14 240,037 13 
Structured products37,055 40,271 
Equity shares145,791 154,477 
Equity warrants1,111 — 1,107 — 
Investment in joint ventures / PE fund132,417 143,104 
$1,787,824 100 %$1,800,594 100 %
Investment Activity
During the ninethree months ended September 30, 2021,March 31, 2022, we made 5922 new investments totaling $529.9$229.3 million, purchased $442.2 million of investments as part of the Sierra Acquisition, made investments in existing portfolio companies totaling $156.3$89.3 million and made a net new joint venture equity investment totaling $9.3 million, additional investments in joint venture equity portfolio companies totaling $30.0 million and made an $89.8 million equity co-investment alongside certain affiliates in a portfolio company focused on directly originated, senior-secured asset-based loans to middle-market companies.$11.7 million. We had 24four loans repaid at par totaling $196.3$12.4 million and received $32.2$7.5 million of portfolio company principal payments. In addition, we sold $89.5$19.2 million of loans, recognizing a net realized gain on these transactions of $3.3$0.8 million, and sold $338.4$132.3 million of middle-market portfolio company debt investments to one of our joint ventures and realized a loss on these transactions of $0.2 million. Lastly, we received proceeds related to the sale of equity investments totaling $1.6 million and recognized a net realized loss on such sales totaling $0.7 million.
During the three months ended March 31, 2021, we made 18 new investments totaling $172.2 million, made investments in existing portfolio companies totaling $73.2 million, made one new investment in a joint venture equity portfolio company totaling $4.5 million and made additional investments in existing joint venture equity portfolio companies totaling $25.0 million. We had six loans repaid at par totaling $26.2 million and received $6.0 million of portfolio company principal payments. In addition, we sold $57.1 million of loans, recognizing a net realized gain on these transactions of $2.4 million, and sold $94.7 million of middle-market portfolio company debt investments to one of our joint ventures and realized a gain on these transactions of $0.3$0.5 million. Lastly, we received proceeds related to the sale of an equity investmentsinvestment totaling $7.4$5.9 million and recognized a net realized gainloss on such salessale totaling $0.7$0.1 million.
During the nine months ended September 30, 2020, we made 47 new investments totaling $263.9 million, made investments in 18 existing portfolio companies totaling $39.8 million, made one new joint venture equity investment totaling $3.1 million and made an additional investment in one existing joint venture equity portfolio company totaling $5.0 million. We had 15 loans repaid at par totaling total $58.5 million and received $10.0 million of portfolio company principal payments. In addition, we sold $307.4 million of loans, recognizing a net realized loss on these transactions of $36.4 million, and sold $71.0 million of middle-market portfolio company debt investments to our joint venture and realized a loss on these transactions of $1.1 million. In addition, one loan investment was restructured. Under U.S. GAAP, this restructuring was considered a material modification and as a result, we recognized a loss of approximately $0.6 million related to this restructuring. Lastly, we received $0.3 million in escrow distributions from legacy portfolio companies, which were recognized as realized gains.
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Total portfolio investment activity for the ninethree months ended September 30,March 31, 2022 and 2021 and 2020 was as follows:
Nine Months Ended
September 30, 2021:
Senior Debt
and 1st Lien
Notes
Subordinated Debt and 2nd Lien NotesStructured ProductsEquity
Shares
Equity WarrantsInvestments in Joint Ventures / PE FundShort-term
Investments
Total
Three Months Ended
March 31, 2022:
($ in thousands)
Three Months Ended
March 31, 2022:
($ in thousands)
Senior Debt
and 1st Lien
Notes
Subordinated Debt and 2nd Lien NotesStructured ProductsEquity
Shares
Equity WarrantsInvestments in Joint Ventures / PE FundTotal
Fair value, beginning of periodFair value, beginning of period$1,171,250,512 $138,767,120 $32,508,845 $44,651,114 $1,300,197 $41,759,922 $65,558,227 $1,495,795,937 Fair value, beginning of period$1,221,598 $240,037 $40,271 $154,477 $1,107 $143,104 $1,800,594 
New investmentsNew investments587,828,793 88,915,939 — 99,108,772 163,000 39,320,000 297,560,178 1,112,896,682 New investments268,202 30,065 1,060 19,200 — 11,696 330,223 
Investments acquired in Sierra mergerInvestments acquired in Sierra merger235,770 66,662 46,666 7,065 72 85,963 442,198 
Proceeds from sales of investmentsProceeds from sales of investments(408,957,116)(8,771,000)(10,068,420)(7,069,461)(450,000)— (313,117,605)(748,433,602)Proceeds from sales of investments(151,575)— — (1,388)(249)— (153,212)
Loan origination fees receivedLoan origination fees received(12,485,025)(1,209,071)— — — — — (13,694,096)Loan origination fees received(5,350)36 — — — — (5,314)
Principal repayments receivedPrincipal repayments received(191,018,231)(34,459,242)(3,037,767)— — — — (228,515,240)Principal repayments received(8,114)(11,020)(730)— — — (19,864)
Payment-in-kind interestPayment-in-kind interest2,552,310 7,720,972 — — — — — 10,273,282Payment-in-kind interest1,050 6,984 — — — 8,034
Accretion of loan discounts1,672,404 2,548,075 29,502 — — — — 4,249,981 
Accretion of loan premium/discountAccretion of loan premium/discount301 33 — — — 339 
Accretion of deferred loan origination revenueAccretion of deferred loan origination revenue6,211,193 375,649 — — — — — 6,586,842 Accretion of deferred loan origination revenue1,461 62 — — — — 1,523 
Realized gain (loss)Realized gain (loss)2,438,701(27,669)1,212,504507,453163,219(800)4,293,408 Realized gain (loss)579824(760)(149)
Unrealized appreciation (depreciation)Unrealized appreciation (depreciation)2,625,841(3,434,363)149,5144,747,682(277,973)5,219,0259,029,726 Unrealized appreciation (depreciation)(8,176)(15,224)(5,258)40,088(14)(12,363)(947)
Fair value, end of periodFair value, end of period$1,162,119,382 $190,426,410 $20,794,178 $141,945,560 $898,443 $86,298,947 $50,000,000 $1,652,482,920 Fair value, end of period$1,555,746 $317,643 $82,014 $219,466 $156 $228,400 $2,403,425 
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Nine Months Ended
September 30, 2020:
Senior Debt
and 1st Lien
Notes
Subordinated Debt and 2nd Lien NotesStructured ProductsEquity
Shares
Investment in Joint VentureShort-term
Investments
Total
Three Months Ended
March 31, 2021:
($ in thousands)
Three Months Ended
March 31, 2021:
($ in thousands)
Senior Debt
and 1st Lien
Notes
Subordinated Debt and 2nd Lien NotesStructured ProductsEquity
Shares
Equity WarrantsInvestments in Joint Ventures / PE FundShort-term
Investments
Total
Fair value, beginning of periodFair value, beginning of period$1,050,863,369 $15,220,969 $— $760,716 $10,229,813 $96,568,940 $1,173,643,807 Fair value, beginning of period$1,171,250 $138,767 $32,509 $44,651 $1,300 $41,760 $65,558 $1,495,795 
New investmentsNew investments266,791,834 4,877,442 31,518,233 512,299 8,100,000 697,141,627 1,008,941,435 New investments227,057 14,479 — 3,873 — 29,500 198,550 473,459 
Proceeds from sales of investmentsProceeds from sales of investments(378,007,349)(415,977)— (247,908)— (583,220,976)(961,892,210)Proceeds from sales of investments(144,893)— (6,823)(5,972)— — (190,542)(348,230)
Loan origination fees receivedLoan origination fees received(5,894,794)(180,225)— — — — (6,075,019)Loan origination fees received(4,176)(402)— — — — — (4,578)
Principal repayments receivedPrincipal repayments received(68,510,620)— (38,879)— — — (68,549,499)Principal repayments received(21,392)(10,120)(753)— — — — (32,265)
Payment-in-kind interest earned236,572 35,108 — — — — 271,680 
Accretion of loan discounts1,058,002 45,338 34,660 — — — 1,138,000 
Payment-in-kind interestPayment-in-kind interest829 7,007 — — — — — 7,836
Accretion of loan premium/discountAccretion of loan premium/discount645 1,319 16 — — — — 1,980 
Accretion of deferred loan origination revenueAccretion of deferred loan origination revenue1,649,982 26,081 — — — — 1,676,063 Accretion of deferred loan origination revenue1,270 211 — — — — — 1,481 
Realized gain (loss)Realized gain (loss)(36,473,291)(26,253)3,684 247,908 — 14,285 (36,233,667)Realized gain (loss)2,2073652(51)32,814 
Unrealized appreciation (depreciation)Unrealized appreciation (depreciation)1,387,984 (213,197)1,646,453 (297,965)828,262 (486)3,351,051 Unrealized appreciation (depreciation)5,381(666)553(2,883)1341,316(3)3,832 
Fair value, end of periodFair value, end of period$833,101,689 $19,369,286 $33,164,151 $975,050 $19,158,075 $210,503,390 $1,116,271,641 Fair value, end of period$1,238,178 $150,598 $26,154 $39,618 $1,434 $72,576 $73,566 $1,602,124 
Non-Accrual Assets
Generally, when interest and/or principal payments on a loan become past due, or if we otherwise do not expect the borrower to be able to service its debt and other obligations, we will place the loan on non-accrual status and will generally cease recognizing interest income on that loan for financial reporting purposes until all principal and interest have been brought current through payment or due to a restructuring such that the interest income is deemed to be collectible. As of September 30, 2021,March 31, 2022, we had one assetseven portfolio companies with investments on non-accrual, the fair value of which was $11.0$42.9 million, which comprised 0.7%1.8% of the total fair value of our portfolio, and the cost of which was $10.1$71.3 million, which comprised 0.6%3.0% of the total cost of our portfolio. As of December 31, 2020,2021, we had one assettwo portfolio companies with investments on non-accrual, the fair value of which was $3.0$36.0 million, which comprised 0.2%2.0% of the total fair value of our portfolio, and the cost of which was $3.0$50.9 million, which comprised 0.2%2.9% of the total cost of our portfolio.
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A summary of our non-accrual assetassets as of September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 is provided below:
1888 Industrial Services, LLC
In connection with the Sierra Acquisition, we purchased our debt and equity investments in 1888 Industrial Services, LLC, or 1888. The 1888 first lien senior secured term loan is on non-accrual status and as a result, under U.S. GAAP, we will not recognize interest income on our first lien senior secured term loan in 1888 for financial reporting purposes. As of March 31, 2022, the cost and fair of our first lien senior secured term loan in 1888 was $0.4 million and $0.2 million, respectively.
Black Angus Steakhouse, LLC
In connection with the Sierra Acquisition, we purchased our debt and equity investments in Black Angus Steakhouse, LLC, or Black Angus. The Black Angus PIK term loan is on non-accrual status and as a result, under U.S. GAAP, we will not recognize interest income on our PIK term loan in Black Angus for financial reporting purposes. As of March 31, 2022, both the cost and fair value of our PIK term loan in Black Angus was $9.6 million.
Charming Charlie LLC
In connection with the Sierra Acquisition, we purchased our debt and equity investments in Charming Charlie, LLC, or Charming Charlie. Charming Charlie is on non-accrual status and as a result, under U.S. GAAP, we will not recognize interest income on our debt investments in Charming Charlie for financial reporting purposes. As of March 31, 2022, both the cost and fair value of our debt investments in Charming Charlie was zero.
Custom Alloy Corporation
In connection with the MVC Acquisition, we purchased our debt investment in Custom Alloy Corporation, or Custom Alloy. During the quarter ended December 31, 2021, we placed our debt investment in Custom Alloy on non-accrual status. As a result, under U.S. GAAP, we will not recognize interest income on our debt investment in Custom Alloy for financial reporting purposes. As of March 31, 2022, the cost of our debt investment in Custom Alloy was $46.4 million and the fair value of such investment was $28.6 million.
Holland Acquisition Corp.
In connection with the Sierra Acquisition, we purchased our debt investment in Holland Acquisition Corp., or Holland. Holland is on non-accrual status and as a result, under U.S. GAAP, we will not recognize interest income on our debt investments in Holland for financial reporting purposes. As of March 31, 2022, both the cost and fair value of our debt investments in Holland was zero.
Legal Solutions Holdings
In connection with the MVC Acquisition, we purchased our debt investment in Legal Solutions Holdings, or Legal Solutions. During the quarter ended September 30, 2021, we placed our debt investment in Legal Solutions on non-accrual status. As a result, under U.S. GAAP, we will not recognize interest income on our debt investment in Legal Solutions for financial reporting purposes. As of September 30, 2021,March 31, 2022, the cost of our debt investment in Legal Solutions was $10.1 million and the fair value of such investment was $11.0zero.
Path Medical LLC
In connection with the Sierra Acquisition, we purchased our debt and equity investments in Path Medical LLC, or Path Medical. Path Medical is on non-accrual status and as a result, under U.S. GAAP, we will not recognize interest income on our debt investments in Path Medical for financial reporting purposes. As of March 31, 2022, both the cost and fair value of our debt investments in Path Medical was $4.6 million.

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Results of Operations
Three and NineComparison of the three months ended September 30,March 31, 2022 and March 31, 2021 and September 30, 2020
Operating results for the three and nine months ended September 30,March 31, 2022 and 2021 and 2020 were as follows:
Three Months
Ended
Three Months
Ended
Nine Months EndedNine Months Ended
Three Months
Ended
Three Months
Ended
September 30,
2021
September 30,
2020
September 30,
2021
September 30,
2020
(in thousands)(in thousands)March 31,
2022
March 31,
2021
Total investment incomeTotal investment income$34,983,825 $16,329,142 $98,730,541 $51,148,504 Total investment income$43,757 $30,593 
Total operating expensesTotal operating expenses20,101,273 8,368,976 54,934,235 29,365,140 Total operating expenses24,742 16,237 
Net investment income14,882,552 7,960,166 43,796,306 21,783,364 
Net investment income before taxesNet investment income before taxes19,015 14,356 
Income taxes, including excise tax provisionIncome taxes, including excise tax provision25,533 7,561 7,495 7,561 Income taxes, including excise tax provision(18)
Net investment income after taxesNet investment income after taxes14,857,019 7,952,605 43,788,811 21,775,803 Net investment income after taxes19,009 14,374 
Net realized losses(3,761,700)(20,506,085)(1,579,460)(37,323,454)
Net realized gains (losses)Net realized gains (losses)(1,442)1,839 
Net unrealized appreciationNet unrealized appreciation3,315,063 55,947,382 23,998,631 1,594,639 Net unrealized appreciation3,465 6,275 
Loss on extinguishment of debt— (216,474)— (660,066)
Benefit from (provision for) taxes— 199 (1,290)17,666 
Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations$14,410,382 $43,177,627 $66,214,187 $(14,587,851)
Net increase in net assets resulting from operationsNet increase in net assets resulting from operations$21,032 $22,488 
Net increases or decreases in net assets resulting from operations can vary substantially from period to period due to various factors, including recognition of realized gains and losses and unrealized appreciation and depreciation. As a result, quarterly comparisons of net changes in net assets resulting from operations may not be meaningful.
Investment Income
Three Months
Ended
Three Months
Ended
Nine Months EndedNine Months Ended
September 30,
2021
September 30,
2020
September 30,
2021
September 30,
2020
Investment income:
Interest income$24,622,330 $15,217,547 $76,655,759 $48,187,628 
Dividend income2,866,668 — 3,333,067 2,603 
Fee and other income4,488,346 769,126 9,189,976 2,380,552 
Payment-in-kind interest income3,006,481 342,469 9,551,152 577,090 
Interest income from cash— — 587 631 
Total investment income$34,983,825 $16,329,142 $98,730,541 $51,148,504 
Three Months
Ended
Three Months
Ended
($ in thousands)March 31,
2022
March 31,
2021
Investment income:
Total interest income$32,069 $25,214 
Total dividend income7,693 72 
Total fee and other income1,197 2,133 
Total payment-in-kind interest income2,798 3,173 
Interest income from cash— 
Total investment income$43,757 $30,593 
The change in total investment income for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2021,March 31, 2022, as compared to the three and nine months ended September 30, 2020,March 31, 2021, was primarily due to an increase in the average size of our portfolio and increased dividends from portfolio companies and joint venture investments. The increase in the average size of our portfolio was largely due to the increased middle-market investment opportunities and the investments acquired as part of the Sierra Acquisition; however, as the Sierra Acquisition did not close until late in the first quarter of 2022, we did not receive a full quarter of investment income from the acquired Sierra portfolio. This increase was partial offset by a decrease in payment-in-kind (“PIK”) interest income and a decrease in acceleration of unamortized OID and unamortized loan origination fee income associated with repayments of loans, an increase in payment-in-kind (“PIK”) interest income and dividends from portfolio companies and joint venture investments.loans. For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2021, acceleration of unamortized OID income and unamortized loan origination fees totaled $1.9 million and $4.6 million, respectively, as compared to $30,549 and $0.3 million, respectively, for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2020. For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2021, PIK interest income was $3.0 million and $9.6 million respectively, as compared to $0.3 million and $0.6 million, respectively, for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2020. For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2021,March 31, 2022, dividends from portfolio companies and joint venture investments were $2.9$7.7 million, and $3.3as compared to $0.1 million respectively.for the three months ended March 31, 2021. The amount of our outstanding debt investments was $1,407.0$2,134.2 million as of September 30, 2021,March 31, 2022, as compared to $929.3$1,451.9 million as of September 30, 2020.March 31, 2021. This increase is in part due to the acquisition of investment assets in the MVCSierra Acquisition. The weighted average yield on the principal amount of our outstanding debt investments other than non-accrual debt investments was 7.3% as of September 30, 2021,March 31, 2022, as compared to 6.2%7.2% as of September 30, 2020.March 31, 2021. For the three months ended March 31, 2022, PIK interest income was $2.8 million, as compared to $3.2 million for the three months ended March 31, 2021. For the three months ended March 31, 2022, acceleration of unamortized OID income and unamortized loan origination fees totaled $0.2 million, as compared to $0.4 million for the three months ended March 31, 2021.
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Operating Expenses
Three Months
Ended
Three Months
Ended
Nine Months EndedNine Months EndedThree Months
Ended
Three Months
Ended
September 30,
2021
September 30,
2020
September 30,
2021
September 30,
2020
($ in thousands)($ in thousands)March 31,
2022
March 31,
2021
Operating expenses:Operating expenses:Operating expenses:
Interest and other financing feesInterest and other financing fees$8,103,044 $3,738,991 $23,382,201 $14,367,855 Interest and other financing fees$11,661 $7,285 
Base management feesBase management fees5,273,797 3,375,262 14,094,419 10,904,422 Base management fees5,872 3,929 
Incentive management feesIncentive management fees4,442,607 — 10,674,693 — Incentive management fees4,754 2,722 
Compensation expenses— — — 48,410 
General and administrative expensesGeneral and administrative expenses2,281,825 1,254,723 6,782,922 4,044,453 General and administrative expenses2,455 2,301 
Total operating expensesTotal operating expenses$20,101,273 $8,368,976 $54,934,235 $29,365,140 Total operating expenses$24,742 $16,237 
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Interest and Other Financing Fees
Interest and other financing fees during the three and nine months ended September 30,March 31, 2022 were attributable to borrowings under the February 2019 Credit Facility, the August 2025 Notes, the November Notes, the February Notes and the November 2026 Notes (each as defined below under “Liquidity and Capital Resources”). Interest and other financing fees during the three months ended March 31, 2021 were attributable to borrowings under the February 2019 Credit Facility, the August 2025 Notes, the November Notes and the February Notes (each as defined below under “Liquidity and Capital Resources”). Interest and other financing fees during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2020 were attributable to borrowings under Barings BDC Senior Funding I, LLC’s credit facility entered into in August 2018 with Bank of America, N.A. (the “August 2018 Credit Facility”), the February 2019 Credit Facility and our May 2019 $449.3 million term debt securitization (the “Debt Securitization”).Notes. The increase in interest and other financing fees for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 as compared to the three and nine months ended September 30, 2020,March 31, 2021, was primarily attributable to the issuance of the August 2025 Notes, the NovemberFebruary Notes and the FebruaryNovember 2026 Notes and increased borrowings under the February 2019 Credit Facility, partially offset by the repayment of the Debt Securitization and the repayment of the borrowings under the August 2018 Credit Facility.
Base Management Fees
Under the terms of the Amended and RestatedNew Barings BDC Advisory Agreement, (and, prior to January 1, 2021, under the terms of the Original Advisory Agreement), we pay Barings a base management fee (the “Base Management Fee”), quarterly in arrears on a calendar quarter basis. The Base Management Fee is calculated based on the average value of our gross assets, excluding cash and cash equivalents, at the end of the two most recently completed calendar quarters prior to the quarter for which such fees are being calculated. Base Management Fees for any partial month or quarter are appropriately pro-rated. See Note 2 to our Unaudited Consolidated Financial Statements for additional information regarding the terms of the Amended and RestatedNew Barings BDC Advisory Agreement (and, prior tofrom January 1, 2021 to February 25, 2022, the terms of the OriginalAmended and Restated Advisory Agreement) and the fee arrangements thereunder. For the three and nine months ended September 30,March 31, 2022, the amount of Base Management Fee incurred was approximately $5.9 million. For the three months ended March 31, 2021, the amount of Base Management Fee incurred was approximately $5.3 million and $14.1 million, respectively. For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2020, the amount of Base Management Fee incurred was approximately $3.4 million and $10.9 million, respectively.$3.9 million. The increase in the Base Management Fee for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 versus the corresponding 2020 periods2021 period is primarily related to the average value of gross assets increasing from $981.9$1,257.4 million as of the end of the two most recently completed calendar quarters prior to September 30, 2020March 31, 2021 to $1,687.6$1,879.0 million as of the end of the two most recently completed calendar quarters prior to September 30, 2021.The increase in the Base Management Fee attributable to the increase in our average gross assets was partially offset by a decrease in the Base Management Fee rate.March 31, 2022. For both the three and nine months ended September 30,March 31, 2022 and 2021, the Base Management Fee rate was 1.250%. For both the three and nine months ended September 30, 2020, the Base Management Fee rate was 1.375%.
Incentive Fee
Under the New Barings BDC Advisory Agreement (and, prior tofrom January 1, 2021 underto February 25, 2022, pursuant to the terms of the Original Advisory Agreement)
Under the Amended and Restated Advisory Agreement (and, prior to January 1, 2021, under the terms of the Original Advisory Agreement), we pay Barings an incentive fee. A portion of the incentive fee is based on our income and a portion is based on our capital gains. The income-based fee will be determined and paid quarterly in arrears based on the amount by which (x) the aggregate pre-incentive fee net investment income in respect of the current calendar quarter and the eleven preceding calendar quarters beginning with the calendar quarter that commences on or after January 1, 2021, as the case may be (or the appropriate portion thereof in the case of any of our first eleven calendar quarters that commences on or after January 1, 2021) exceeds (y) the hurdle amount as calculated for the same period. See Note 2 to our Unaudited Consolidated Financial Statements for additional information regarding the terms of the Amended and RestatedNew Barings BDC Advisory Agreement and the fee arrangements thereunder. For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2021,March 31, 2022, the amount of income-based fee incurred was $4.4$4.8 million, and $10.7as compared to $2.7 million respectively. We did not incur any income-based fee for the three or nine months ended September 30, 2020.
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General and Administrative Expenses
We entered into the Administration Agreement with Barings in August 2018. Under the terms of the Administration Agreement, Barings performs (or oversees, or arranges for, the performance of) the administrative services necessary for our operations. We will reimburse Barings for the costs and expenses incurred by it in performing its obligations and providing personnel and facilities under the Administration Agreement in an amount to be negotiated and mutually agreed to by us and Barings quarterly in arrears; provided that the agreed-upon quarterly expense amount will not exceed the amount of expenses that would otherwise be reimbursable by us under the Administration Agreement for the applicable quarterly period, and Barings will not be entitled to the recoupment of any amounts in excess of the agreed-upon quarterly expense amount. See Note 2 to our Unaudited Consolidated Financial Statements for additional information regarding the Administration Agreement. For the three and nine months ended September 30,March 31, 2022, the amount of administration expense incurred and invoiced by Barings for expenses was approximately $1.0 million. For the three months ended March 31, 2021, the amount of administration expense incurred and invoiced by Barings for expenses was approximately $0.8 million and $1.8 million, respectively. For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2020, the amount of administration expense incurred and invoiced by the Adviser for expenses was approximately $0.3 million and $0.9 million, respectively.$0.5 million. In addition to expenses incurred under the Administration Agreement, general and administrative expenses include Board fees, D&O insurance costs, as well as legal, valuation and accounting expenses.
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Net Realized Gains (Losses)
Net realized gains (losses) during the three and nine months ended September 30,March 31, 2022 and 2021 and 2020 were as follows:
Three Months
Ended
Three Months
Ended
Nine Months EndedNine Months EndedThree Months
Ended
Three Months
Ended
September 30,
2021
September 30,
2020
September 30,
2021
September 30,
2020
($ in thousands)($ in thousands)March 31,
2022
March 31,
2021
Net realized gain (losses):Net realized gain (losses):Net realized gain (losses):
Non-Control / Non-Affiliate investmentsNon-Control / Non-Affiliate investments$950,286 $(19,477,823)$4,394,339 $(36,233,667)Non-Control / Non-Affiliate investments$(250)$2,891 
Affiliate investmentsAffiliate investments(24,300)— (100,931)— Affiliate investments101 (77)
Net realized gains (losses) on investmentsNet realized gains (losses) on investments925,986 (19,477,823)4,293,408 (36,233,667)Net realized gains (losses) on investments(149)2,814 
Foreign currency transactionsForeign currency transactions(4,687,686)(1,028,262)(5,872,868)(1,089,787)Foreign currency transactions(1,293)(975)
Net realized gains (losses)Net realized gains (losses)$(3,761,700)$(20,506,085)$(1,579,460)$(37,323,454)Net realized gains (losses)$(1,442)$1,839 
InDuring the three months ended September 30, 2021,March 31, 2022, we recognized net realized losses totaling $3.8$1.4 million, which consisted primarily of a net loss on foreign currency transactions of $4.7$1.3 million. During the three months ended March 31, 2021, we recognized net realized gains totaling $1.8 million, partially offset bywhich consisted primarily of a net gain on our loan portfolio of $0.9 million. In the nine months ended September 30, 2021, we recognized net realized losses totaling $1.6$2.8 million which consisted primarily ofpartially offset by a net loss on foreign currency transactions of $5.9 million, partially offset by a net gain on our loan portfolio of $4.3$1.0 million.
In the three months ended September 30, 2020, we recognized net realized losses totaling $20.5 million, which consisted
primarily of a net loss on our loan portfolio of $19.5 million and a net loss on foreign currency transactions of
$1.0 million. In the nine months ended September 30, 2020, we recognized net realized losses totaling $37.3 million, which
consisted primarily of a net loss on our loan portfolio of $36.5 million and a net loss on foreign currency transactions of $1.1
million, partially offset by $0.2 million in escrow distributions we received from legacy portfolio companies, which were
recognized as realized gains.
Net Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation)
Net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) during the three and nine months ended September 30,March 31, 2022 and 2021 and 2020 was as follows:
Three Months
Ended
Three Months
Ended
Nine Months EndedNine Months EndedThree Months
Ended
Three Months
Ended
September 30,
2021
September 30,
2020
September 30,
2021
September 30,
2020
($ in thousands)($ in thousands)March 31,
2022
March 31,
2021
Net unrealized appreciation (depreciation):Net unrealized appreciation (depreciation):Net unrealized appreciation (depreciation):
Non-Control / Non-Affiliate investmentsNon-Control / Non-Affiliate investments$(8,353,775)$56,467,202 $1,307,673 $2,522,789 Non-Control / Non-Affiliate investments$(28,587)$5,357 
Affiliate investmentsAffiliate investments(323,174)1,624,230 9,208,817 828,262 Affiliate investments12,996 2,445 
Control investmentsControl investments1,115,148 — (1,486,760)— Control investments14,644 (3,969)
Net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on investmentsNet unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on investments(7,561,801)58,091,432 9,029,730 3,351,051 Net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on investments(947)3,833 
Credit support agreement— — 700,006 — 
Credit support agreementsCredit support agreements(400)(1,600)
Foreign currency transactionsForeign currency transactions10,876,864 (2,144,050)14,268,895 (1,756,412)Foreign currency transactions4,812 4,042 
Net unrealized appreciation (depreciation)$3,315,063 $55,947,382 $23,998,631 $1,594,639 
Net unrealized appreciationNet unrealized appreciation$3,465 $6,275 
During the three months ended September 30, 2021,March 31, 2022, we recorded net unrealized appreciation totaling $3.3 million, consisting of net unrealized appreciation related to foreign currency transactions of $10.9 million, partially offset by net unrealized depreciation on our current portfolio of $4.7 million and unrealized depreciation reclassification adjustments of $2.9
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million related to the net realized gains on the sales / repayments of certain investments. The net unrealized depreciation on our current portfolio of $4.7 million was driven primarily by the impact of foreign currency exchange rates on investments of $6.9 million and the credit or fundamental performance of investments of $0.2 million, partially offset by broad market moves for investments of $2.4 million.
During the nine months ended September 30, 2021, we recorded net unrealized appreciation totaling $24.0$3.5 million, consisting of net unrealized appreciation on our current portfolio of $13.8$0.1 million and net unrealized appreciation related to foreign currency transactions of $14.3$4.8 million, andnet of unrealized appreciationdepreciation of $0.7$0.4 million on the MVC credit support agreement with Barings and net of unrealized depreciation reclassification adjustments of $4.7$1.0 million related to the net realized gains on the sales / repayments of certain investments. The net unrealized appreciation on our current portfolio of $13.8$0.1 million was driven primarily by broad market moves for investments of $24.0 million and the credit or fundamental performance of investments of $1.9$27.8 million, partially offset by the impact of foreign currency exchange rates on investments of $12.1$4.7 million and broad market moves for investments of $23.1 million.
During the three months ended September 30, 2020,March 31, 2021, we recorded net unrealized appreciation totaling $55.9$6.3 million, consisting of net unrealized appreciation on our current portfolio of $29.7$6.4 million and net unrealized appreciation related to foreign currency transactions of $4.0 million, net of unrealized depreciation of $1.6 million on the MVC credit support agreement with Barings and net of unrealized depreciation reclassification adjustments of $28.4$2.6 million related to the net realized lossesgains on the sales / repayments of certain investments, net of net unrealized depreciation related to foreign currency transactions of $2.1 million.investments. The net unrealized appreciation on our current portfolio of $29.7$6.4 million was driven primarily by broad market moves for investments of $13.8 million, partially offset by depreciation from the credit or fundamental performance of middle-market debt investments of $1.1$3.0 million and the impact of foreign currency exchange rates on middle-market debt investments of $1.9 million and the broad market moves for the entire investment portfolio of $26.7$4.4 million.
During the nine months ended September 30, 2020, we recorded net unrealized appreciation totaling $1.6 million, consisting of net unrealized appreciation reclassification adjustments of $51.4 million related to the net realized losses on the sales / repayments of certain investments, partially offset by net unrealized depreciation on our current portfolio of $48.1 million and net unrealized depreciation related to foreign currency transactions of $1.8 million. The net unrealized depreciation on our current portfolio of $48.1 million was driven primarily by the credit or fundamental performance of middle-market debt investments of $4.2 million and broad market moves for the entire investment portfolio of $45.7 million, partially offset by the impact of foreign currency exchange rates on middle-market debt investments of $1.9 million.
Liquidity and Capital Resources
We believe that our current cash and cash equivalents on hand, our short-term investments, our available borrowing capacity under our $800 million senior secured revolving credit facility with ING Capital LLC (as amended, restated and otherwise modified from time to time, the “February 2019 Credit Facility”) and the August 2020 NPA (as defined below under "Financing Transactions") and our anticipated cash flows from operations will be adequate to meet our cash needs for our daily operations for at least the next twelve months. This “Liquidity and Capital Resources” section should be read in conjunction with “COVID-19 Developments” above, as well as with the notes to our Unaudited Consolidated Financial Statements.
Cash Flows
For the nine months ended September 30, 2021, we experienced a net decrease in cash in the amount of $51.1 million. During that period, our operating activities used $115.9 million in cash, consisting primarily of purchases of portfolio investments of $816.8 million and purchases of short-term investments of $297.6 million, partially offset by proceeds from sales or repayments of portfolio investments totaling $648.3 million and sales of short-term investments of $313.1 million. In addition, our financing activities provided $64.8 million of cash, consisting of net proceeds of $149.8 million from the issuance of the February Notes (as defined below under “Financing Transactions”), partially offset by net repayments under the February 2019 Credit Facility of $45.8 million and dividends paid in the amount of $39.2 million. As of September 30, 2021, we had $41.4 million of cash and foreign currencies on hand.
For the nine months ended September 30, 2020, we experienced a net decrease in cash in the amount of $7.2 million. During that period, our operating activities provided $4.8 million in cash, consisting primarily of proceeds from sales or repayments of portfolio investments totaling $417.0 million and sales of short-term investments of $583.2 million, partially offset by purchases of portfolio investments of $316.7 million and purchases of short-term investments of $697.1 million. In addition, our financing activities used $12.0 million of cash, consisting primarily of repayments of the Debt Securitization of $139.9 million, share repurchases of $7.1 million and dividends paid in the amount of $23.2 million, partially offset by net borrowings under the August 2018 Credit Facility and the February 2019 Credit Facility of $108.7 million and net proceeds from the August 2025 Notes issuance of $49.5 million. As of September 30, 2020, we had $14.8 million of cash on hand.
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Financing Transactions
February 2019 Credit Facility
On February 21, 2019, we entered into the February 2019 Credit Facility (as subsequently amended in December 2019), with ING Capital LLC (“ING”), as administrative agent, and the lenders party thereto. The initial commitments under the February 2019 Credit Facility total $800.0 million. The February 2019 Credit Facility has an accordion feature that allows for an increase in the total commitments by up to $400.0 million, subject to certain conditions and the satisfaction of specified financial covenants. We can borrow foreign currencies directly under the February 2019 Credit Facility. The February 2019 Credit Facility, which is structured as a revolving credit facility, is secured primarily by a material portion of our assets and guaranteed by certain of our subsidiaries. Following the termination of the August 2018 Credit Facility on June 30, 2020, Barings BDC Senior Funding I, LLC became a subsidiary guarantor and its assets secure the February 2019 Credit Facility. The revolving period of the February 2019 Credit Facility ends on February 21, 2023, followed by a one-year repayment period with a final maturity date of February 21, 2024.
Borrowings under the February 2019 Credit Facility bear interest, subject to our election, on a per annum basis equal to (i) the applicable base rate plus 1.00% (or 1.25% if we no longer maintain an investment grade credit rating), (ii) the applicable LIBOR rate plus 2.00% (or 2.25% if we no longer maintain an investment grade credit rating), (iii) for borrowings denominated in certain foreign currencies other than Australian dollars, the applicable currency rate for the foreign currency as defined in the credit agreement plus 2.00% (or 2.25% if we no longer maintain an investment grade credit rating), or (iv) for borrowings denominated in Australian dollars, the applicable Australian dollars Screen Rate, plus 2.20% (or 2.45% if we no longer maintain an investment grade credit rating). The applicable base rate is equal to the greatest of (i) the prime rate, (ii) the federal funds rate plus 0.5%, (iii) the Overnight Bank Funding Rate plus 0.5%, (iv) the adjusted three-month applicable currency rate plus 1.0% and (v) 1.0%. The applicable LIBOR and currency rates depend on the currency and term of the draw under the February 2019 Credit Facility, and cannot be less than zero.
In addition, we pay a commitment fee of (i) 0.5% per annum on undrawn amounts if the unused portion of the February 2019 Credit Facility is greater than two-thirds of total commitments or (ii) 0.375% per annum on undrawn amounts if the unused portion of the February 2019 Credit Facility is equal to or less than two-thirds of total commitments. In connection with entering into the February 2019 Credit Facility, we incurred financing fees of approximately $6.4 million, which will be amortized over the life of the February 2019 Credit Facility.
As of September 30, 2021, we were in compliance with all covenants under the February 2019 Credit Facility and had U.S. dollar borrowings of $382.0 million outstanding under the February 2019 Credit Facility with an interest rate of 2.125% (one month LIBOR of 0.125%), borrowings denominated in Swedish kronas of 12.8kr million ($1.5 million U.S. dollars) with an interest rate of 2.000% (one month STIBOR of 0.000%), borrowings denominated in British pounds sterling of £68.3 million ($92.1 million U.S. dollars) with an interest rate of 2.063% (one month GBP LIBOR of 0.063%), borrowings denominated in Australian dollars of A$36.6 million ($26.4 million U.S. dollars) with an interest rate of 2.250% (one month AUD Screen Rate of 0.250%) and borrowings denominated in Euros of €138.6 million ($160.6 million U.S. dollars) with an interest rate of 2.000% (one month EURIBOR of 0.000%). The borrowings denominated in foreign currencies were translated into U.S. dollars based on the spot rate at the relevant balance sheet date. The impact resulting from changes in foreign exchange rates on the February 2019 Credit Facility borrowings is included in "Net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) - foreign currency transactions" in the our Unaudited Consolidated Statements of Operations.
The fair values of the borrowings outstanding under the February 2019 Credit Facility are based on a market yield approach and current interest rates, which are Level 3 inputs to the market yield model. As of September 30, 2021, the total fair value of the borrowings outstanding under the February 2019 Credit Facility was $662.7 million. See Note 5 to our Unaudited Consolidated Financial Statements for additional information regarding the February 2019 Credit Facility.
August 2025November Notes
On August 3,November 4, 2020, wethe Company entered into a Note Purchase Agreement (the “August“November 2020 NPA”) with Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company governing the issuance of (1) $50.0$62.5 million in aggregate principal amount of Series AB senior unsecured notes due AugustNovember 2025 (the “Series A Notes due 2025”B Notes”) with a fixed interest rate of 4.66%4.25% per year and (2) up to $50.0$112.5 million in aggregate principal amount of additionalSeries C senior unsecured notes due August 2025 with a fixed interest rate per year to be determinedNovember 2027 (the “Additional“Series C Notes” and, collectively with the Series AB Notes, due 2025, the “August 2025“November Notes”), with a fixed interest rate of 4.75% per year, in each case, to qualified institutional investors in a private placement. An aggregate principal amountEach stated interest rate is subject to a step up of $25.0 million(x) 0.75% per year, to the extent the applicable November Notes do not satisfy certain investment grade conditions and/or (y) 1.50% per year, to the extent the ratio of the Company’s secured debt to total assets exceeds specified thresholds, measured as of each fiscal quarter end. The November Notes were delivered and paid for on November 5, 2020. The Series AB Notes due 2025 was issued on September 24, 2020 and an aggregate principal amount of $25.0 million of the Series A Notes due 2025 was issued on September 29, 2020, both of which will mature on AugustNovember 4, 2025, and the Series C Notes will mature on November 4, 2027 unless redeemed, purchased or prepaid prior to such date by usthe Company in accordance with their terms. Interest on the August 2025November Notes is due semiannually in
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March May and September,November, beginning in MarchMay 2021. In addition, we arethe Company is obligated to offer to repay the August 2025November Notes at par (plus accrued and unpaid interest to, but not including, the date of prepayment) if certain change in control events occur. Subject to the terms of the AugustNovember 2020 NPA, wethe Company may redeem the August 2025Series B Notes and the Series C Notes in whole or in part at any time or from time to time at ourthe Company’s option at par plus accrued interest to the prepayment date and, if redeemed on or before November 3, 2024,May 4, 2025, with respect to the Series B Notes, or on or before May 4, 2027, with respect to the Series C Notes, a make-whole premium.premium. The August 2025November Notes are guaranteed by certain of ourthe Company’s subsidiaries, and are ourthe Company's general unsecured obligations that rank pari passu with all outstanding and future unsecured unsubordinated indebtedness issued by us.
On November 4, 2020, we amended the August 2020 NPA to reduce the aggregate principal amount of unissued Additional Notes from $50.0 million to $25.0 million.Company.
The AugustNovember 2020 NPA contains certain representations and warranties, and various covenants and reporting requirements customary for senior unsecured notes issued in a private placement, including, without limitation, affirmative and negative covenants such as information reporting, maintenance of ourthe Company’s status as a BDC within the meaning of the 1940 Act, certain restrictions with respect to transactions with affiliates, fundamental changes, changes of line of business, permitted liens, investments and restricted payments, minimum shareholders’ equity, maximum net debt to equity ratio and minimum asset coverage ratio. The AugustNovember 2020 NPA also contains customary events of default with customary cure and notice periods, including, without limitation, nonpayment, incorrect representation in any material respect, breach of covenant, cross-default under our other indebtedness or that of our subsidiary guarantors, certain judgements and orders, and certain events of bankruptcy. Upon the occurrence of an event of default, the holders of at least 66-2/3% in principal amount of the August 2025November Notes at the time outstanding may declare all August 2025November Notes then outstanding to be immediately due and payable. As of September 30, 2021, we wereMarch 31, 2022, the Company was in compliance with all covenants under the AugustNovember 2020 NPA.
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Notes to Unaudited Consolidated Financial Statements — (Continued)
The August 2025November Notes were offered in reliance on Section 4(a)(2) of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”).Act. The August 2025November Notes have not and will not be registered under the Securities Act or any state securities laws and, unless so registered, may not be offered or sold in the United States except pursuant to an exemption from, or in a transaction not subject to, the registration requirements of the Securities Act, as applicable.
As of September 30,March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, the fair value of the outstanding August 2025Series B Notes was $50.0 million.$61.1 million and $64.1 million, respectively. As of March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, the fair value of the outstanding Series C Notes was $109.0 million and $115.3 million, respectively. The fair value determinationdeterminations of the August 2025Series B Notes wasand Series C Notes were based on a market yield approach and current interest rates, which are Level 3 inputs to the market yield model.
February Notes
On February 25, 2021, the Company entered into a Note Purchase Agreement (the “February 2021 NPA”) governing the issuance of (1) $80.0 million in aggregate principal amount of Series D senior unsecured notes due February 26, 2026 (the “Series D Notes”) with a fixed interest rate of 3.41% per year and (2) $70.0 million in aggregate principal amount of Series E senior unsecured notes due February 26, 2028 (the “Series E Notes” and, collectively with the Series D Notes, the “February Notes”) with a fixed interest rate of 4.06% per year, in each case, to qualified institutional investors in a private placement. Each stated interest rate is subject to a step up of (x) 0.75% per year, to the extent the applicable February Notes do not satisfy certain investment grade rating conditions and/or (y) 1.50% per year, to the extent the ratio of the Company’s secured debt to total assets exceeds specified thresholds, measured as of each fiscal quarter end. The February Notes were delivered and paid for on February 26, 2021.
The Series D Notes will mature on February 26, 2026, and the Series E Notes will mature on February 26, 2028 unless redeemed, purchased or prepaid prior to such date by the Company in accordance with the terms of the February 2021 NPA. Interest on the February Notes is due semiannually in February and August of each year, beginning in August 2021. In addition, the Company is obligated to offer to repay the February Notes at par (plus accrued and unpaid interest to, but not including, the date of prepayment) if certain change in control events occur. Subject to the terms of the February 2021 NPA, the Company may redeem the Series D Notes and the Series E Notes in whole or in part at any time or from time to time at the Company’s option at par plus accrued interest to the prepayment date and, if redeemed on or before August 26, 2025, with respect to the Series D Notes, or on or before August 26, 2027, with respect to the Series E Notes, a make-whole premium. The February Notes are guaranteed by certain of the Company’s subsidiaries, and are the Company's general unsecured obligations that rank pari passu with all outstanding and future unsecured unsubordinated indebtedness issued by the Company.
The February 2021 NPA contains certain representations and warranties, and various covenants and reporting requirements customary for senior unsecured notes issued in a private placement , including, without limitation, information reporting, maintenance of the Company’s status as a BDC within the meaning of the 1940 Act, and certain restrictions with respect to transactions with affiliates, fundamental changes, changes of line of business, permitted liens, investments and restricted payments. In addition, the February 2021 NPA contains the following financial covenants: (a) maintaining a minimum obligors’ net worth, measured as of each fiscal quarter end; (b) not permitting the Company’s asset coverage ratio, as of the date of the incurrence of any debt for borrowed money or the making of any cash dividend to shareholders, to be less than the statutory minimum then applicable to the Company under the 1940 Act; and (c) not permitting the Company’s net debt to equity ratio to exceed 2.0x, measured as of each fiscal quarter end.
The February 2021 NPA also contains customary events of default with customary cure and notice periods, including, without limitation, nonpayment, incorrect representation in any material respect, breach of covenant, cross-default under other indebtedness or that of the Company’s subsidiary guarantors, certain judgements and orders, and certain events of bankruptcy. Upon the occurrence of certain events of default, the holders of at least 66-2/3% in principal amount of the February Notes at the time outstanding may declare all February Notes then outstanding to be immediately due and payable. As of March 31, 2022, the Company was in compliance with all covenants under the February 2021 NPA.
The February Notes were offered in reliance on Section 4(a)(2) of the Securities Act. The February Notes have not and will not be registered under the Securities Act or any state securities laws and, unless so registered, may not be offered or sold in the United States except pursuant to an exemption from, or in a transaction not subject to, the registration requirements of the Securities Act, as applicable.
As of March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, the fair value of the outstanding Series D Notes were $75.5 million and $79.2 million, respectively. As of March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, the fair value of the outstanding Series E Notes was $65.2 million and $68.7 million, respectively. The fair value determinations of the Series D Notes and Series E Notes were based on a market yield approach and current interest rates, which are Level 3 inputs to the market yield model.
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November 2026 Notes
On November 23, 2021, the Company and U.S. Bank National Association (the “Trustee”) entered into an Indenture (the “Base Indenture”) and a Supplemental Indenture (the “First Supplemental Indenture” and, together with the Base Indenture, the “Indenture”). The First Supplemental Indenture relates to the Company’s issuance of $350.0 million aggregate principal amount of its 3.300% notes due 2026 (the “November 2026 Notes”).

The November 2026 Notes will mature on November 23, 2026 and may be redeemed in whole or in part at the Company’s option at any time or from time to time at the redemption prices set forth in the Indenture. The November 2026 Notes bear interest at a rate of 3.300% per year payable semi-annually on May 23 and November 23 of each year, commencing on May 23, 2022. The November 2026 Notes are general unsecured obligations of the Company that rank senior in right of payment to all of the Company’s existing and future indebtedness that is expressly subordinated in right of payment to the November 2026 Notes, rank pari passu with all existing and future unsecured unsubordinated indebtedness issued by the Company, rank effectively junior to any of the Company’s secured indebtedness (including unsecured indebtedness that the Company later secures) to the extent of the value of the assets securing such indebtedness, and rank structurally junior to all existing and future indebtedness (including trade payables) incurred by the Company’s subsidiaries, financing vehicles or similar facilities.
The Indenture contains certain covenants, including covenants requiring the Company to comply with the asset coverage requirements of Section 18(a)(1)(A) as modified by Section 61(a)(1) and (2) of the 1940 Act, whether or not it is subject to those requirements, and to provide financial information to the holders of the November 2026 Notes and the Trustee if the Company is no longer subject to the reporting requirements under the Exchange Act. These covenants are subject to important limitations and exceptions that are described in the Indenture.
In addition, on the occurrence of a “change of control repurchase event,” as defined in the Indenture, the Company will generally be required to make an offer to purchase the outstanding November 2026 Notes at a price equal to 100% of the principal amount of such November 2026 Notes plus accrued and unpaid interest to the repurchase date.
As of March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, the fair value of the outstanding November 2026 Notes was $320.9 million and $346.8 million, respectively. The fair value determinations of the November 2026 Notes were based on a market yield approach and current interest rates, which are Level 3 inputs to the market yield model.
6. DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS
MVC Credit Support Agreement
In connection with the MVC Acquisition, on December 23, 2020, promptly following the closing of the Company’s merger with MVC, the Company and the Adviser entered into the MVC Credit Support Agreement, pursuant to which the Adviser has agreed to provide credit support to the Company in the amount of up to $23.0 million relating to the net cumulative realized and unrealized losses on the acquired MVC investment portfolio over a 10-year period. See “Note 2 – Agreements and Related Party Transactions” for additional information regarding the MVC Credit Support Agreement. Net unrealized appreciation or depreciation on the MVC Credit Support Agreement is included in "Net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) - credit support agreements" in the Company’s Unaudited Consolidated Statements of Operations.
The following tables present the fair value and aggregate unrealized depreciation of the MVC Credit Support Agreement as of March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021:
As of March 31, 2022
Description
($ in thousands)
Counter PartySettlement DateNotional AmountValueUnrealized Appreciation (Depreciation)
MVC Credit Support AgreementBarings LLC01/01/31$23,000 $15,000 $1,400 
Total MVC Credit Support Agreement$1,400 
As of December 31, 2021
Description
($ in thousands)
Counter PartySettlement DateNotional AmountValueUnrealized Appreciation (Depreciation)
MVC Credit Support AgreementBarings LLC01/01/31$23,000 $15,400 $1,800 
Total MVC Credit Support Agreement$1,800 
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As of March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, the fair value of the MVC Credit Support Agreement was $15.0 million and $15.4 million, respectively, and is included in "Credit support agreements" in the accompanying Unaudited and Audited Consolidated Balance Sheets. The fair value of the MVC Credit Support Agreement was determined based on an income approach, with the primary inputs being the enterprise value, the continuously annual risk-free interest rate, a measure of expected asset volatility, and the expected time until an exit event for each portfolio company in the MVC Reference Portfolio, which are all Level 3 inputs.
Sierra Credit Support Agreement
In connection with the Sierra Acquisition, on February 25, 2022, promptly following the closing of the Company’s merger with Sierra, the Company and the Adviser entered into the Sierra Credit Support Agreement, pursuant to which the Adviser has agreed to provide credit support to the Company in the amount of up to $100.0 million relating to the net cumulative realized and unrealized losses on the acquired Sierra investment portfolio over a 10-year period. See “Note 2 – Agreements and Related Party Transactions” for additional information regarding the Sierra Credit Support Agreement. Net unrealized appreciation or depreciation on the Sierra Credit Support Agreement is included in "Net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) - credit support agreements" in the Company’s Unaudited Consolidated Statements of Operations.
The following table presents the fair value and aggregate unrealized depreciation of the Sierra Credit Support Agreement as of March 31, 2022:
As of March 31, 2022
Description
($ in thousands)
Counter PartySettlement DateNotional AmountValueUnrealized Appreciation (Depreciation)
Sierra Credit Support AgreementBarings LLC04/01/32$100,000 $44,400 $— 
Total Sierra Credit Support Agreement$— 
As of March 31, 2022, the fair value of the Sierra Credit Support Agreement was $44.4 million, and is included in “Credit support agreements” in the accompanying Unaudited Consolidated Balance Sheet. The fair value of the Sierra Credit Support Agreement was determined based on an income approach, with the primary inputs being the enterprise value, the continuously annual risk-free interest rate, a measure of expected asset volatility, and the expected time until an exit event for each portfolio company in the Sierra Reference Portfolio, which are all Level 3 inputs.
Foreign Currency Forward Contracts
The Company enters into forward currency contracts from time to time to primarily help mitigate the impact that an adverse change in foreign exchange rates would have on net interest income from the Company's investments and related borrowings denominated in foreign currencies. Net unrealized appreciation or depreciation on foreign currency contracts are included in "Net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) - foreign currency transactions" and net realized gains or losses on forward currency contracts are included in "Net realized gains (losses) - foreign currency transactions" in the Company’s Unaudited Consolidated Statements of Operations. Forward currency contracts are considered undesignated derivative instruments.
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The following tables present the Company's foreign currency forward contracts as of March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021:
As of March 31, 2022
Description
($ in thousands)
Notional Amount to be PurchasedNotional Amount to be SoldMaturity DateGross Amount of Recognized Assets (Liabilities)Balance Sheet Location of Net Amounts
Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)A$67,436$50,50504/08/22$138 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)$22,755A$31,38604/08/22(815)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)$19,490A$27,00004/08/22(787)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)$6,494A$9,05004/08/22(302)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)$51,174A$68,22307/07/22(146)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (CAD)C$3,203$2,55904/08/22Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (CAD)$2,506C$3,20304/08/22(58)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (CAD)$2,549C$3,19007/07/22(5)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (CAD)$49C$6107/07/22— Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (DKK)2,116kr.$31504/08/22Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (DKK)$3232,116kr.04/08/22Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (DKK)$3232,159kr.07/07/22(1)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)€2,000$2,21504/01/2210 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)€86,555$96,09204/08/22225 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)€5,020$5,70104/08/22(116)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)$25,366€23,00004/08/22(228)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)$8,514€7,50004/08/22168 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)$69,071€61,07504/08/221,109 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)$95,469€85,83507/07/22(400)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (NZD)NZ$11,600$8,02604/08/2242 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (NZD)$7,995NZ$11,60004/08/22(74)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (NZD)$8,151NZ$11,80107/07/22(44)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)$13,131£10,00004/01/22(35)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)£8,819$11,52104/08/2290 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)$5,642£4,22004/08/2286 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)$6,122£4,59904/08/2267 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)$12,612£9,65607/07/22(97)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)£10,000$13,12807/07/2235 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (SEK)1,875kr$20104/08/22— Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (SEK)$2071,875kr04/08/22Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (SEK)$2131,976kr07/07/22— Derivative liability
Total$(1,120)

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As of December 31, 2021
Description
($ in thousands)
Notional Amount to be PurchasedNotional Amount to be SoldMaturity DateGross Amount of Recognized Assets (Liabilities)Balance Sheet Location of Net Amounts
Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)A$31,601$22,849.50301/06/22$126 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)A$2,099$1,50801/06/2218 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)$20,727A$28,70001/06/22(139)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)$3,580A$5,00004/08/22(55)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)$18,247A$25,385.69704/08/22(215)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (CAD)C$3,230$2,52801/06/2229 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (CAD)C$3,000$2,42501/06/22(50)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (CAD)$4,881C$6,23001/06/22(51)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (CAD)$2,506C$3,20304/08/22(29)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (DKK)2,142.838kr.$32601/06/22Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (DKK)$3352,142.838kr.01/06/22Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (DKK)$3232,115.99kr.04/08/22(1)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)€52,582.593$59,52401/06/22275 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)€5,020$5,701.273904/08/2219 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)$24,722€21,50001/06/22271 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)$14,563€12,90001/06/22(108)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)$20,655€18,182.59301/06/22(23)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)$60,413€53,264.85704/08/22(282)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)$1,130€1,00004/08/22(10)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)$8,514€7,50004/08/22(32)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)£9,900$13,219.51901/06/22190 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)$13,348.815£9,90001/06/22(60)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)$6,121.622£4,598.70704/08/22(104)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (SEK)1,791.942kr$19801/07/22— Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (SEK)$2041,791.942kr01/07/22Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (SEK)$2071,874.724kr04/08/22— Prepaid expenses and other assets
Total$(217)
As of March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, the total fair value of the Company's foreign currency forward contracts was $(1.1) million and $(0.2) million, respectively. The fair values of the Company's foreign currency forward contracts are based on unadjusted prices from independent pricing services and independent indicative broker quotes, which are Level 2 inputs.
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7. COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES
In the normal course of business, the Company is party to financial instruments with off-balance sheet risk, consisting primarily of unused commitments to extend financing to the Company's portfolio companies. Since commitments may expire without being drawn upon, the total commitment amount does not necessarily represent future cash requirements. As of March 31, 2022, the Company believed that it had adequate financial resources to satisfy its unfunded commitments. The balances of unused commitments to extend financing as of March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021 were as follows:
Portfolio Company
($ in thousands)
Investment TypeMarch 31, 2022December 31, 2021
1888 Industrial Services, LLC(1)(2)Revolver$314 $— 
Acclime Holdings HK Limited(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,179 1,179 
Acclime Holdings HK Limited(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan110 110 
Air Comm Corporation, LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan11 11 
Air Comm Corporation, LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,448 1,448 
Amtech Software(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,527 2,727 
Amtech Software(1)Revolver682 682 
AnalytiChem Holding GmbH(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan6,073 6,207 
Aquavista Watersides 2 LTD(1)(2)(4)Bridge Revolver489 503 
Aquavista Watersides 2 LTD(1)(2)(4)Acquisition Facility3,059 3,147 
Astra Bidco Limited(1)(2)(4)Delayed Draw Term Loan959 2,571 
Avance Clinical Bidco Pty Ltd(1)(5)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,435 3,497 
Azalea Buyer, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan962 962 
Azalea Buyer, Inc.(1)Revolver481 481 
Bariacum S.A(1)(2)(3)Acquisition Facility2,114 2,161 
Beyond Risk Management, Inc.(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan2,573 2,573 
BigHand UK Bidco Limited(1)(2)(4)Acquisition Facility— 378 
Black Angus Steakhouses, LLC(1)Acquisition Facility417 — 
Bounteous, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan2,840 2,840 
Brightpay Limited(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan241 432 
Brightpay Limited(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan141 144 
BrightSign LLC(1)Revolver1,329 1,329 
British Engineering Services Holdco Limited(1)(2)(4)Bridge Revolver— 613 
Brook & Whittle Holding Corp.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan852 — 
CAi Software, LLC(1)Revolver943 943 
Canadian Orthodontic Partners Corp.(1)(2)(6)Acquisition Facility120 167 
Centralis Finco S.a.r.l.(1)(3)Acquisition Facility451 461 
Ceres Pharma NV(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan2,103 2,149 
CGI Parent, LLC(1)(2)Revolver1,212 — 
Classic Collision (Summit Buyer, LLC)(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan309 393 
Coastal Marina Holdings, LLC(1)(2)PIK Tranche B Term Loan1,311 1,311 
Coastal Marina Holdings, LLC(1)(2)Tranche A Term Loan3,576 3,576 
Command Alkon (Project Potter Buyer, LLC)(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan6,018 6,018 
Coyo Uprising GmbH(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan874 894 
Crash Champions, LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan379 5,420 
CSL Dualcom(1)(4)Acquisition Term Loan970 998 
Dart Buyer, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,163 2,431 
DecksDirect, LLC(1)Revolver58 218 
DreamStart Bidco SAS(1)(3)Acquisition Facility604 617 
Dune Group(1)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan650 665 
Dwyer Instruments, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan692 692 
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Portfolio Company
($ in thousands)
Investment TypeMarch 31, 2022December 31, 2021
Eclipse Business Capital, LLC(1)Revolver10,909 11,818 
EMI Porta Holdco LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan11,212 12,458 
EMI Porta Holdco LLC(1)Revolver2,361 2,966 
EPS NASS Parent, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan583 583 
eShipping, LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,650 2,548 
eShipping, LLC(1)Revolver824 1,232 
Events Software BidCo Pty Ltd(1)(5)Delayed Draw Term Loan481 — 
F24 (Stairway BidCo GmbH)(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan396 405 
Fineline Technologies, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan180 180 
Finexvet(1)(3)Acquisition Facility967 — 
FragilePak LLC(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan2,354 2,354 
Heartland Veterinary Partners, LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan657 657 
Heavy Construction Systems Specialists, LLC(1)Revolver2,632 2,632 
HW Holdco, LLC (Hanley Wood LLC)(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan913 1,563 
IGL Holdings III Corp.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,217 1,217 
Innovad Group II BV(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,785 1,825 
INOS 19-090 GmbH(1)(2)(3)Acquisition Facility2,481 2,535 
ITI Intermodal, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan103 103 
ITI Intermodal, Inc.(1)Revolver124 124 
Jaguar Merger Sub Inc.(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,781 1,961 
Jaguar Merger Sub Inc.(1)(2)Revolver490 490 
Jocassee Partners LLCJoint Venture15,000 20,000 
Jon Bidco Limited(1)(2)(7)Capex & Acquisition Facility1,585 — 
Jones Fish Hatcheries & Distributors LLC(1)Revolver418 — 
Kano Laboratories LLC(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan153 153 
Kano Laboratories LLC(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan2,830 4,544 
Kemmerer Operations LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan908 — 
LAF International(1)(2)(3)Acquisition Facility178 341 
Lambir Bidco Limited(1)(2)(3)Bridge Revolver920 941 
Lambir Bidco Limited(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,841 1,881 
LeadsOnline, LLC(1)Revolver2,603 — 
Lifestyle Intermediate II, LLC(1)Revolver2,500 — 
LivTech Purchaser, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan34 82 
Marmoutier Holding B.V.(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan396 405 
Marmoutier Holding B.V.(1)(2)(3)Revolver159 162 
Marshall Excelsior Co.(1)(2)Revolver1,047 — 
MC Group Ventures Corporation(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan817 817 
Modern Star Holdings Bidco Pty Limited(1)(5)Capex Term Loan1,072 1,038 
Murphy Midco Limited(1)(4)Delayed Draw Term Loan648 2,617 
Narda Acquisitionco., Inc.(1)Revolver1,311 1,311 
Navia Benefit Solutions, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,261 1,261 
Nexus Underwriting Management Limited(1)(2)(4)Revolver101 103 
Nexus Underwriting Management Limited(1)(2)(4)Acquisition Facility526 541 
Novotech Aus Bidco Pty Ltd(1)Capex & Acquisition Facility809 — 
OA Buyer, Inc.(1)Revolver1,331 1,331 
OAC Holdings I Corp(1)Revolver685 — 
OG III B.V.(1)(2)(3)Acquisition CapEx Facility671 686 
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Portfolio Company
($ in thousands)
Investment TypeMarch 31, 2022December 31, 2021
Omni Intermediate Holdings, LLC(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan— 817 
Omni Intermediate Holdings, LLC(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan2,289 4,357 
OSP Hamilton Purchaser, LLC(1)Revolver187 187 
Pacific Health Supplies Bidco Pty Limited(1)(2)(5)CapEx Term Loan1,325 1,283 
PDQ.Com Corporation(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan— 289 
PDQ.Com Corporation(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan7,753 10,948 
Polara Enterprises, L.L.C.(1)(2)Revolver545 545 
Policy Services Company, LLC(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan3,772 6,944 
Premium Invest(1)(2)(3)Acquisition Facility1,892 1,933 
ProfitOptics, LLC(1)Revolver484 — 
Protego Bidco B.V.(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan826 844 
QPE7 SPV1 BidCo Pty Ltd(1)(2)(5)Acquisition Term Loan— 373 
RA Outdoors, LLC(1)Revolver741 — 
Rep Seko Merger Sub LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,305 1,455 
Reward Gateway (UK) Ltd(1)(2)(4)Acquisition Facility657 1,061 
Riedel Beheer B.V.(1)(2)(3)Revolver— 230 
Riedel Beheer B.V.(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan150 153 
Scaled Agile, Inc.(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan416 416 
Scaled Agile, Inc.(1)(2)Revolver336 336 
Security Holdings B.V.(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan2,225 2,274 
Security Holdings B.V.(1)(2)(3)Revolver1,113 1,137 
Smartling, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,978 2,353 
Smartling, Inc.(1)Revolver1,176 1,176 
Smile Brands Group, Inc.(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan418 655 
Springbrook Software (SBRK Intermediate, Inc.)(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan2,372 2,373 
SSCP Pegasus Midco Limited(1)(4)Delayed Draw Term Loan5,105 5,251 
Superjet Buyer, LLC(1)Revolver1,825 1,825 
Syntax Systems Ltd(1)(2)Revolver448 569 
Syntax Systems Ltd(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,933 1,933 
Tank Holding Corp(1)Revolver873 — 
Techone B.V.(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,586 1,621 
Techone B.V.(1)(2)(3)Revolver423 432 
Tencarva Machinery Company, LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan886 886 
Tencarva Machinery Company, LLC(1)Revolver1,128 1,129 
The Caprock Group, Inc. (aka TA/TCG Holdings, LLC)(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan2,811 2,811 
The Caprock Group, Inc. (aka TA/TCG Holdings, LLC)(1)Revolver827 827 
The Hilb Group, LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan2,529 2,773 
Thermacell Repellents, Inc.(1)Revolver605 — 
Transit Technologies LLC(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan— 1,857 
Truck-Lite Co., LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan4,540 4,540 
Turbo Buyer, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,339 2,070 
Turbo Buyer, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan2,250 — 
USLS Acquisition, Inc.(f/k/a US Legal Support, Inc.)(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan3,820 — 
Victoria Bidco Limited(1)(2)(4)Delayed Draw Term Loan458 — 
Waccamaw River, LLC(2)Joint Venture4,580 11,280 
W2O Holdings, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan3,831 3,832 
West Dermatology, LLC(1)Revolver552 — 
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Portfolio Company
($ in thousands)
Investment TypeMarch 31, 2022December 31, 2021
West Dermatology, LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan3,352 — 
West Dermatology, LLC(1)PIK Delayed Draw Term Loan144 — 
Woodland Foods, Inc.(1)Revolver1,734 2,070 
ZB Holdco LLC(1)Revolver845 — 
ZB Holdco LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,352 — 
Zeppelin Bidco Limited(1)(2)(4)Capex / Acquisition Facility3,472 — 
Zeppelin Bidco Limited(1)(2)(4)Revolver579 — 
Total unused commitments to extend financing$220,360 $234,658 
(1)The Company's estimate of the fair value of the current investments in these portfolio companies includes an analysis of the fair value of any unfunded commitments.
(2)Represents a commitment to extend financing to a portfolio company where one or more of the Company's current investments in the portfolio company are carried at less than cost.
(3)Actual commitment amount is denominated in Euros. Commitment was translated into U.S. dollars based on the spot rate at the relevant balance sheet date.
(4)Actual commitment amount is denominated in British pounds sterling.Commitment was translated into U.S. dollars based on the spot rate at the relevant balance sheet date.
(5)Actual commitment amount is denominated in Australian dollars. Commitment was translated into U.S. dollars based on the spot rate at the relevant balance sheet date.
(6)Actual commitment amount is denominated in Canadian dollars. Commitment was translated into U.S. dollars based on the spot rate at the relevant balance sheet date.
(7)Actual commitment amount is denominated in New Zealand dollars. Commitment was translated into U.S. dollars based on the spot rate at the relevant balance sheet date.
In the normal course of business, the Company guarantees certain obligations in connection with its portfolio companies (in particular, certain controlled portfolio companies). Under these guarantee arrangements, payments may be required to be made to third parties if such guarantees are called upon or if the portfolio companies were to default on their related obligations, as applicable. As of March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, the Company had guaranteed 9.9 million ($11.0 million U.S. dollars and $11.3 million U.S. dollars, respectively) relating to credit facilities among Erste Bank and MVC Automotive Group Gmbh ("MVC Auto"). The Company would be required to make payments to Erste Bank if MVC Auto were to default on their related payment obligations. None of the credit facility guarantees are recorded as a liability on the Company's Unaudited and Audited Consolidated Balance Sheets, as such the credit facility liabilities are considered in the valuation of the investments in MVC Auto. The guarantees denominated in foreign currencies were translated into U.S. dollars based on the spot rate at the relevant balance sheet date.
Neither the Company, the Adviser, nor the Company’s subsidiaries are currently subject to any material pending legal proceedings, other than ordinary routine litigation incidental to their respective businesses. The Company, the Adviser, and the Company’s subsidiaries may from time to time, however, be involved in litigation arising out of operations in the normal course of business or otherwise, including in connection with strategic transactions. Furthermore, third parties may seek to impose liability on the Company in connection with the activities of its portfolio companies. While the outcome of any current legal proceedings cannot at this time be predicted with certainty, the Company does not expect any current matters will materially affect its financial condition or results of operations; however, there can be no assurance whether any pending legal proceedings will have a material adverse effect on the Company’s financial condition or results of operations in any future reporting period.
COVID-19 Developments
During the three months ended March 31, 2022, the Coronavirus and the COVID-19 pandemic continued to have a significant impact on the U.S and global economies. To the extent the Company's portfolio companies are adversely impacted by the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, it may have a material adverse impact on the Company's future net investment income, the fair value of its portfolio investments, its financial condition and the results of operations and financial condition of the Company's portfolio companies.
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8. FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
The following is a schedule of financial highlights for the three months ended March 31, 2022 and 2021:
 Three Months Ended March 31,
($ in thousands, except share and per share amounts)20222021
Per share data:
Net asset value at beginning of period$11.36 $10.99 
Net investment income(1)0.23 0.22 
Net realized gain (loss) on investments / foreign currency transactions(1)(0.02)0.03 
Net unrealized appreciation on investments / CSA / foreign currency transactions(1)0.04 0.10 
Total increase (decrease) from investment operations(1)0.25 0.35 
Dividends/distributions paid to stockholders from net investment income(0.23)(0.19)
Common stock offering(0.60)— 
Deemed contribution - CSA0.54 — 
Deemed contribution - Barings LLC0.34 — 
Other0.20 (0.01)
Net asset value at end of period$11.86 $11.14 
Market value at end of period(2)$10.34 $9.98 
Shares outstanding at end of period111,095,334 65,316,085 
Net assets at end of period$1,317,556 $727,883 
Average net assets$929,432 $727,273 
Ratio of total expenses, including loss on extinguishment of debt and provision for taxes, to average net assets (annualized)(3)10.65 %8.92 %
Ratio of net investment income to average net assets (annualized)8.18 %7.91 %
Portfolio turnover ratio (annualized)(4)8.81 %16.82 %
Total return(5)(4.16)%10.54 %
(1)Weighted average per share data—basic and diluted; per share data was derived by using the weighted average shares outstanding during the applicable period.
(2)Represents the closing price of the Company’s common stock on the last day of the period.
(3)Does not include expenses of underlying investment companies, including joint ventures and short-term investments.
(4)Portfolio turnover ratio as of March 31, 2022 and 2021 excludes the impact of short-term investments. Portfolio ratio as of March 31, 2022 excludes the impact of the Sierra Acquisition.
(5)Total return is based on purchase of stock at the current market price on the first day and a sale at the current market price on the last day of each period reported on the table and assumes reinvestment of dividends at prices obtained by the Company's dividend reinvestment plan during the period. Total return is not annualized.
9. SIERRA ACQUISITION
On February 25, 2022, the Company completed the Sierra Acquisitionpursuant to the terms and conditions of that certain Agreement and Plan of Merger (the “Sierra Merger Agreement”), dated as of September 21, 2021, by and among the Company, Mercury Acquisition Sub, Inc., a Maryland corporation and a direct wholly owned subsidiary of the Company (“Sierra Acquisition Sub”), Sierra Income Corporation, a Maryland corporation (“Sierra”), and Barings. To effect the acquisition, Sierra Acquisition Sub merged with and into Sierra, with Sierra surviving the merger as the Company’s wholly owned subsidiary (the “First Sierra Merger”). Immediately thereafter, Sierra merged with and into the Company, with the Company as the surviving company (the “Second Sierra Merger” and, together with the First Sierra Merger, the “Sierra Merger”). The Merger has been treated as a “reorganization” within the meaning of Section 368(a)(1)(A) of the Code.
Pursuant to the Sierra Merger Agreement, Sierra stockholders received the right to the following merger consideration in exchange for each share of Sierra common stock issued and outstanding immediately prior to the effective time of the First Sierra Merger (excluding any shares cancelled pursuant to the Sierra Merger Agreement): (i) approximately $0.9783641 per share in cash, without interest, from Barings and (ii) 0.44973 of a validly issued, fully paid and non-assessable share of the Company’s common stock. The Company issued approximately 45,986,926 shares of its common stock to Sierra’s former stockholders in connection with the Sierra Merger, thereby resulting in the Company’s then-existing stockholders owning approximately 58.7% of the combined company and Sierra’s former stockholders owning approximately 41.3% of the combined company.
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Notes to Unaudited Consolidated Financial Statements — (Continued)
In connection with the completion of the Company’s acquisition of Sierra, the Board affirmed the Company’s commitment to make open-market purchases of shares of its common stock in an aggregate amount of up to $30.0 million at then-current market prices at any time shares trade below 90% of the Company’s then most recently disclosed NAV per share. Any repurchases pursuant to the authorized program will occur during the 12-month period commencing on April 1, 2022 and are expected to be made in accordance with a Rule 10b5-1 purchase plan that qualifies for the safe harbors provided by Rules 10b5-1 and 10b-18 under the Exchange Act, as well as subject to compliance with the Company’s covenant and regulatory requirements.
In connection with the Sierra Acquisition, on February 25, 2022, the Company entered into the New Barings BDC Advisory Agreement with the Adviser. Promptly following the closing of the Sierra Merger, the Company also entered into the Sierra Credit Support Agreement with Barings. See “Note 2 - Agreements and Related Party Transactions” for more information regarding the New Barings BDC Advisory Agreement and the Sierra Credit Support Agreement.
The Sierra Acquisition was accounted for in accordance with the asset acquisition method of accounting as detailed in ASC 805-50, Business Combinations-Related Issues. Under asset acquisition accounting, acquiring assets in groups not only requires ascertaining the cost of the asset (or net assets), but also allocating that cost to the individual assets (or individual assets and liabilities) that make up the group. Per ASC 805-50-30-1, the acquired assets (as a group) are recognized based on their cost to the acquiring entity, which generally includes transaction costs of the asset acquisition, and no gain or loss is recognized unless the fair value of noncash assets given as consideration differs from the assets carrying amounts on the acquiring entity’s records. ASC 805-50-30-2 goes on to say asset acquisitions in which the consideration given is cash are measured by the amount of cash paid. However, if the consideration given is not in the form of cash (that is, in the form of noncash assets, liabilities incurred, or equity interests issued), measurement is based on the cost to the acquiring entity or the fair value of the assets (or net assets) acquired, whichever is more clearly evident and, thus, more reliably measured.
The fair value of the merger consideration paid by the Company was allocated to the assets acquired and liabilities assumed based on their relative fair values as of the date of acquisition and did not give rise to goodwill. Since the fair value of the net assets acquired exceeded the fair value of the merger consideration paid by the Company, the Company recognized a deemed contribution from the Adviser.
The following table summarizes the allocation of the purchase price to the assets acquired and liabilities assumed as a result of the Sierra Acquisition:
($ in thousands)
Common stock issued by the Company$499,418 
Cash consideration paid by the Company(1)10,495 
Deemed contribution from Barings LLC27,904 
Total purchase price$537,817 
Assets acquired:
Investments(2)$442,198 
Cash102,006 
Other assets(3)3,519 
Total assets acquired$547,723 
Liabilities assumed(4)(9,906)
Net assets acquired$537,817 
(1)The Company incurred $10.4 million in professional fees and other costs related to the Sierra Acquisition, including $4.0 million in investment banking fees.
(2)Investments acquired were recorded at fair value, which is also the Company's initial cost basis
(3)Other assets acquired in the Sierra Acquisition consisted of the following:
($ in thousands)
Interest and fees receivable$2,874 
Escrow receivable645 
Total$3,519 
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Notes to Unaudited Consolidated Financial Statements — (Continued)
(4)Liabilities assumed in the Sierra Acquisition consisted of the following:
($ in thousands)
Accrued merger expenses$3,327 
Current and deferred tax liability3,814 
Other liabilities2,765 
Total$9,906 
10. SUBSEQUENT EVENTS
Subsequent to March 31, 2022, the Company made approximately $174.4 million of new commitments, of which $141.0 million closed and funded. The $141.0 million of investments consists of $120.9 million of first lien senior secured debt investments, $16.2 million of second lien senior secured and subordinated debt investments and $3.8 million of equity investments. The weighted average yield of the debt investments was 7.1%. In addition, the Company funded $15.0 million of previously committed delayed draw term loans.
Effective on April 1, 2022, the Company increased aggregate commitments under the February 2019 Credit Facility to $1.1 billion from $965.0 million pursuant to the accordion feature under the February 2019 Credit Facility, which allows for an increase in the total commitments to an aggregate of $1.5 billion subject to certain conditions and the satisfaction of specified financial covenants.
On May 5, 2022, the Board declared a quarterly distribution of $0.24 per share payable on June 15, 2022 to holders of record as of June 8, 2022.

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Item 2.Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations.
The following discussion is designed to provide a better understanding of our unaudited consolidated financial statements for the three months ended March 31, 2022, including a brief discussion of our business, key factors that impacted our performance and a summary of our operating results. The following discussion should be read in conjunction with the Unaudited Consolidated Financial Statements and the notes thereto included in Item 1 of this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, and the Consolidated Financial Statements and notes thereto and Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations contained in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021. Historical results and percentage relationships among any amounts in the financial statements are not necessarily indicative of trends in operating results for any future periods.
Forward-Looking Statements
Some of the statements in this Quarterly Report constitute forward-looking statements because they relate to future events or our future performance or financial condition. Forward-looking statements may include, among other things, statements as to our future operating results, our business prospects and the prospects of our portfolio companies, the impact of the investments that we expect to make, the ability of our portfolio companies to achieve their objectives, our expected financings and investments, the adequacy of our cash resources and working capital, and the timing of cash flows, if any, from the operations of our portfolio companies. Words such as "expect," "anticipate," "target," "goals," "project," "intend," "plan," "believe," "seek," "estimate," "continue," "forecast," "may," "should," "potential," variations of such words, and similar expressions indicate a forward-looking statement, although not all forward-looking statements include these words. Readers are cautioned that the forward-looking statements contained in this Quarterly Report are only predictions, are not guarantees of future performance, and are subject to risks, events, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Our actual results could differ materially from those implied or expressed in the forward-looking statements for any reason, including the items discussed herein, in Item 1A entitled "Risk Factors" in Part I of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021 and in Item 1A entitled "Risk Factors" in Part II of our subsequently filed Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q. Other factors that could cause our actual results and financial condition to differ materially include, but are not limited to, changes in political, economic or industry conditions, the interest rate environment or conditions affecting the financial and capital markets, including with respect to changes from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic; the length and duration of the COVID-19 outbreak in the United States as well as worldwide and the magnitude of the economic impact of that outbreak; the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on our business prospects and the prospects of our portfolio companies, including our and their ability to achieve our respective objectives; the effect of the disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic on our ability to continue to effectively manage our business and on the availability of equity and debt capital and our use of borrowed money to finance a portion of our investments; risks associated with possible disruption due to terrorism in our operations or the economy generally; and future changes in laws or regulations and conditions in our operating areas. These statements are based on our current expectations, estimates, forecasts, information and projections about the industry in which we operate and the beliefs and assumptions of our management as of the date of filing of this Quarterly Report. We assume no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, unless we are required to do so by law. 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 in the future may file with the SEC, including annual reports on Form 10-K, quarterly reports on Form 10-Q and current reports on Form 8-K.
Overview of Our Business
We are a Maryland corporation incorporated on October 10, 2006. In August 2018, in connection with the closing of an externalization transaction through which Barings LLC (“Barings”) agreed to become our external investment adviser, we entered into an investment advisory agreement (the “Original Advisory Agreement”) and an administration agreement (the “Administration Agreement”) with Barings. In connection with the completion of our acquisition of MVC Capital, Inc., a Delaware corporation, on December 23, 2020 (the “MVC Acquisition”), we entered into an amended and restated investment advisory agreement (the “Amended and Restated Advisory Agreement”) with Barings on December 23, 2020, following approval of the Amended and Restated Advisory Agreement by our stockholders at our December 23, 2020 special meeting of stockholders. The terms of the Amended and Restated Advisory Agreement became effective on January 1, 2021. In connection with the completion of the Sierra Acquisition (as defined below), on February 25, 2022, we entered into a second amended and restated investment advisory agreement (the “New Barings BDC Advisory Agreement”) with the Adviser. Under the terms of the New Barings BDC Advisory Agreement and the Administration Agreement, Barings serves as our investment adviser and administrator and manages our investment portfolio and performs (or oversees, or arranges for, the performance of) the administrative services necessary for our operation.
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An externally-managed BDC generally does not have any employees, and its investment and management functions are provided by an outside investment adviser and administrator under an advisory agreement and administration agreement. Instead of directly compensating employees, we pay Barings for investment management and administrative services pursuant to the terms of an investment advisory agreement and an administration agreement. Under the terms of the New Barings BDC Advisory Agreement, the fees paid to Barings for managing our affairs are determined based upon an objective and fixed formula, as compared with the subjective and variable nature of the costs associated with employing management and employees in an internally-managed BDC structure, which include bonuses that cannot be directly tied to Company performance because of restrictions on incentive compensation under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the “1940 Act”).
Beginning in August 2018, Barings shifted our investment focus to invest in syndicated senior secured loans, bonds and other fixed income securities. Since that time, Barings has transitioned our portfolio to primarily senior secured private debt investments in well-established middle-market businesses that operate across a wide range of industries. Barings’ existing SEC co-investment exemptive relief under the 1940 Act (the “Exemptive Relief”) permits us and Barings’ affiliated private and SEC-registered funds to co-invest in Barings-originated loans, which allows Barings to efficiently implement its senior secured private debt investment strategy for us.
Barings employs fundamental credit analysis, and targets investments in businesses with relatively low levels of cyclicality and operating risk. The holding size of each position will generally be dependent upon a number of factors including total facility size, pricing and structure, and the number of other lenders in the facility. Barings has experience managing levered vehicles, both public and private, and will seek to enhance our returns through the use of leverage with a prudent approach that prioritizes capital preservation. Barings believes this strategy and approach offers attractive risk/return with lower volatility given the potential for fewer defaults and greater resilience through market cycles. A significant portion of our investments are expected to be rated below investment grade by rating agencies or, if unrated would be rated below investment grade if they were rated. Below investment grade securities, which are often referred to as “junk,” have predominantly speculative characteristics with respect to the issuer’s capacity to pay interest and repay principal.
We generate revenues in the form of interest income, primarily from our investments in debt securities, loan origination and other fees and dividend income. Fees generated in connection with our debt investments are recognized over the life of the loan using the effective interest method or, in some cases, recognized as earned. Our senior secured, middle-market, private debt investments generally have terms of between five and seven years. Our senior secured, middle-market, first lien private debt investments generally bear interest between LIBOR (or the applicable currency rate for investments in foreign currencies) plus 450 basis points and LIBOR plus 650 basis points per annum. Our subordinated middle-market, private debt investments generally bear interest between LIBOR (or the applicable currency rate for investments in foreign currencies) plus 700 basis points and LIBOR plus 900 basis points per annum if floating rate, and between 8% and 15% if fixed rate. From time to time, certain of our investments may have a form of interest, referred to as payment-in-kind, or PIK, interest, which is not paid currently but is instead accrued and added to the loan balance and paid at the end of the term.
As of March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, the weighted average yield on the principal amount of our outstanding debt investments other than non-accrual debt investments was approximately 7.3% and 7.2%, respectively. The weighted average yield on the principal amount of all of our outstanding debt investments (including non-accrual debt investments) was approximately 6.8% and 6.9% as of March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, respectively.
Sierra Income Corporation Acquisition
On February 25, 2022, we completed our acquisition of Sierra Income Corporation, a Maryland corporation (“Sierra”), pursuant to the terms and conditions of that certain Agreement and Plan of Merger (the “Sierra Merger Agreement”), dated as of September 21, 2021, with Sierra, Mercury Acquisition Sub, Inc., a Maryland corporation and our direct wholly owned subsidiary (“Sierra Acquisition Sub”), and Barings. To effect the acquisition, Sierra Acquisition Sub merged with and into Sierra, with Sierra surviving the merger as our wholly owned subsidiary (the “First Sierra Merger”). Immediately thereafter, Sierra merged with and into us, with Barings BDC, Inc. as the surviving company (the “Second Sierra Merger” and, together with the First Sierra Merger, the “Sierra Merger”).
Pursuant to the Sierra Merger Agreement, each share of Sierra common stock, par value $0.001 per share (the “Sierra Common Stock”), issued and outstanding immediately prior to the effective time of the First Sierra Merger (other than shares of Sierra Common Stock issued and outstanding immediately prior to the effective time of the First Sierra Merger that were held by a subsidiary of Sierra or held, directly or indirectly, by us or Sierra Acquisition Sub) was converted into the right to receive (i) an amount in cash from Barings, without interest, equal to $0.9783641, and (ii) 0.44973 shares of the our common stock, plus any cash in lieu of fractional shares. As a result of the Sierra Merger, former Sierra stockholders received approximately 46.0 million shares of our common stock for their shares of Sierra Common Stock.
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In connection with the Sierra Acquisition, on February 25, 2022, following the closing of the Sierra Merger, we entered into (1) the New Barings BDC Advisory Agreement, and (2) a credit support agreement (the “Sierra Credit Support Agreement”) with Barings, pursuant to which Barings has agreed to provide credit support to us in the amount of up to $100.0 million relating to the net cumulative realized and unrealized losses on the acquired Sierra investment portfolio over a 10-year period. See “Note 2. Agreements and Related Party Transactions” and “Note. 6 Derivative Instruments” in the Notes to our Consolidated Financial Statements included in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for more information.
In addition, in connection with the closing of the Sierra Merger, our board of directors (the “Board”) affirmed our commitment to purchase in open-market transactions, pursuant to Rule 10b-18 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), and subject to our compliance with our covenant and regulatory requirements, shares of our common stock in an aggregate amount of up to $30,000,000 at then-current market prices at any time the shares of our common stock trade below 90% of our then most recently disclosed net asset value per share during the 12-month period commencing on April 1, 2022.
COVID-19 Developments
The spread of the Coronavirus and the COVID-19 pandemic, and the related effect on the U.S. and global economies, has had adverse consequences for the business operations of some of our portfolio companies and has adversely affected, and threatens to continue to adversely affect, our operations and the operations of Barings, including with respect to us. Barings has taken proactive steps around COVID-19 to address the potential impacts on their people, clients, communities and everyone they come in contact with, directly or through their premises. Protecting their employees and supporting the communities in which they live and work is a priority. Barings has now adopted a hybrid working model globally while maintaining service levels to our partners and clients. Barings’ return-to-office taskforce continues to monitor the COVID-19 situation globally and is prepared to adapt office working patterns as required to ensure the safety of its employees and clients who visit Barings office locations. Barings’ cybersecurity policies are applied consistently when working remotely or in the office.
While we have been carefully monitoring the COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on our business and the business of our portfolio companies, we have continued to fund our existing debt commitments. In addition, we have continued to make and originate, and expect to continue to make and originate, new loans.
We cannot predict the full impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, including its duration in the United States and worldwide and the magnitude of the economic impact of the outbreak, including with respect to the travel restrictions, business closures and other quarantine measures imposed on service providers and other individuals by various local, state, and federal governmental authorities, as well as non-U.S. governmental authorities. We are unable to predict the extent and duration of any business and supply-chain disruptions, the extent to which COVID-19 will negatively affect our portfolio companies’ operating results or the impact that such disruptions may have on our results of operations and financial condition. Depending on the duration and extent of the disruption to the operations of our portfolio companies, certain portfolio companies could experience financial distress and possibly default on their financial obligations to us and their other capital providers. Some of our portfolio companies may significantly curtail business operations, furlough or lay off employees and terminate service providers, and defer capital expenditures if subjected to prolonged and severe financial distress, which would likely impair their business on a permanent basis. These developments would likely result in a decrease in the value of our investment in any such portfolio company.
We will continue to monitor the situation relating to the COVID-19 pandemic and guidance from U.S. and international authorities, including federal, state and local public health authorities and may take additional actions based on their recommendations. In these circumstances, there may be developments outside our control requiring us to adjust our plan of operation. As such, given the dynamic nature of this situation, we cannot reasonably estimate the impacts of COVID-19 on our financial condition, results of operations or cash flows in the future. However, to the extent our portfolio companies are adversely impacted by the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, it may have a material adverse impact on our future net investment income, the fair value of our portfolio investments, our financial condition and the results of operations and financial condition of our portfolio companies.
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Relationship with Our Adviser, Barings
Our investment adviser, Barings, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company, is a leading global asset management firm and is registered with the SEC as an investment adviser under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, as amended. Barings’ primary investment capabilities include fixed income, private credit, real estate, equity, and alternative investments. Subject to the overall supervision of the Board, Barings’ Global Private Finance Group (“BGPF”) manages our day-to-day operations, and provides investment advisory and management services to us. BGPF is part of Barings’ $290.9 billion Global Fixed Income Platform that invests in liquid, private and structured credit. BGPF manages private funds and separately managed accounts, along with multiple public vehicles.
Among other things, Barings (i) determines the composition of our portfolio, the nature and timing of the changes therein and the manner of implementing such changes; (ii) identifies, evaluates and negotiates the structure of the investments made by us; (iii) executes, closes, services and monitors the investments that we make; (iv) determines the securities and other assets that we will purchase, retain or sell; (v) performs due diligence on prospective portfolio companies and (vi) provides us with such other investment advisory, research and related services as we may, from time to time, reasonably require for the investment of our funds.
Under the terms of the Administration Agreement, Barings performs (or oversees, or arranges for, the performance of) the administrative services necessary for our operation, including, but not limited to, office facilities, equipment, clerical, bookkeeping and record keeping services at such office facilities and such other services as Barings, subject to review by the Board, will from time to time determine to be necessary or useful to perform its obligations under the Administration Agreement. Barings also, on our behalf and subject to the Board’s oversight, arranges for the services of, and oversees, custodians, depositories, transfer agents, dividend disbursing agents, other stockholder servicing agents, accountants, attorneys, underwriters, brokers and dealers, corporate fiduciaries, insurers, banks and such other persons in any such other capacity deemed to be necessary or desirable. Barings is responsible for the financial and other records that we are required to maintain and will prepare all reports and other materials required to be filed with the SEC or any other regulatory authority.
Stockholder Approval of Reduced Asset Coverage Ratio
On July 24, 2018, our stockholders voted at a special meeting of stockholders (the “2018 Special Meeting”) to approve a proposal to authorize us to be subject to a reduced asset coverage ratio of at least 150% under the 1940 Act. As a result of the stockholder approval at the 2018 Special Meeting, effective July 25, 2018, our applicable asset coverage ratio under the 1940 Act has been decreased to 150% from 200%. As a result, we are permitted under the 1940 Act to incur indebtedness at a level which is more consistent with a portfolio of senior secured debt. As of March 31, 2022, our asset coverage ratio was 188.9%.
Portfolio Investment Composition
The total value of our investment portfolio was $2,403.4 million as of March 31, 2022, as compared to $1,800.6 million as of December 31, 2021. As of March 31, 2022, we had investments in 287 portfolio companies with an aggregate cost of $2,391.6 million. As of December 31, 2021, we had investments in 212 portfolio companies with an aggregate cost of $1,787.8 million. As of both March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, none of our portfolio investments represented greater than 10% of the total fair value of our investment portfolio.
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As of March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, our investment portfolio consisted of the following investments:
($ in thousands)CostPercentage of
Total
Portfolio
Fair ValuePercentage of
Total
Portfolio
March 31, 2022:
Senior debt and 1st lien notes
$1,560,223 65 %$1,555,746 65 %
Subordinated debt and 2nd lien notes346,381 14 317,643 13 
Structured products84,056 82,014 
Equity shares170,691 219,466 
Equity warrants174 — 156 — 
Investment in joint ventures / PE fund230,076 10 228,400 10 
$2,391,601 100 %$2,403,425 100 %
December 31, 2021:
Senior debt and 1st lien notes
$1,217,899 68 %$1,221,598 68 %
Subordinated debt and 2nd lien notes253,551 14 240,037 13 
Structured products37,055 40,271 
Equity shares145,791 154,477 
Equity warrants1,111 — 1,107 — 
Investment in joint ventures / PE fund132,417 143,104 
$1,787,824 100 %$1,800,594 100 %
Investment Activity
During the three months ended March 31, 2022, we made 22 new investments totaling $229.3 million, purchased $442.2 million of investments as part of the Sierra Acquisition, made investments in existing portfolio companies totaling $89.3 million and made additional investments in joint venture equity portfolio companies totaling $11.7 million. We had four loans repaid totaling $12.4 million and received $7.5 million of portfolio company principal payments. In addition, we sold $19.2 million of loans, recognizing a net realized gain on these transactions of $0.8 million, and sold $132.3 million of middle-market portfolio company debt investments to one of our joint ventures and realized a loss on these transactions of $0.2 million. Lastly, we received proceeds related to the sale of equity investments totaling $1.6 million and recognized a net realized loss on such sales totaling $0.7 million.
During the three months ended March 31, 2021, we made 18 new investments totaling $172.2 million, made investments in existing portfolio companies totaling $73.2 million, made one new investment in a joint venture equity portfolio company totaling $4.5 million and made additional investments in existing joint venture equity portfolio companies totaling $25.0 million. We had six loans repaid at par totaling $26.2 million and received $6.0 million of portfolio company principal payments. In addition, we sold $57.1 million of loans, recognizing a net realized gain on these transactions of $2.4 million, and sold $94.7 million of middle-market portfolio company debt investments to one of our joint ventures and realized a gain on these transactions of $0.5 million. Lastly, we received proceeds related to the sale of an equity investment totaling $5.9 million and recognized a net realized loss on such sale totaling $0.1 million.
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Total portfolio investment activity for the three months ended March 31, 2022 and 2021 was as follows:
Three Months Ended
March 31, 2022:
($ in thousands)
Senior Debt
and 1st Lien
Notes
Subordinated Debt and 2nd Lien NotesStructured ProductsEquity
Shares
Equity WarrantsInvestments in Joint Ventures / PE FundTotal
Fair value, beginning of period$1,221,598 $240,037 $40,271 $154,477 $1,107 $143,104 $1,800,594 
New investments268,202 30,065 1,060 19,200 — 11,696 330,223 
Investments acquired in Sierra merger235,770 66,662 46,666 7,065 72 85,963 442,198 
Proceeds from sales of investments(151,575)— — (1,388)(249)— (153,212)
Loan origination fees received(5,350)36 — — — — (5,314)
Principal repayments received(8,114)(11,020)(730)— — — (19,864)
Payment-in-kind interest1,050 6,984 — — — 8,034
Accretion of loan premium/discount301 33 — — — 339 
Accretion of deferred loan origination revenue1,461 62 — — — — 1,523 
Realized gain (loss)579824(760)(149)
Unrealized appreciation (depreciation)(8,176)(15,224)(5,258)40,088(14)(12,363)(947)
Fair value, end of period$1,555,746 $317,643 $82,014 $219,466 $156 $228,400 $2,403,425 

Three Months Ended
March 31, 2021:
($ in thousands)
Senior Debt
and 1st Lien
Notes
Subordinated Debt and 2nd Lien NotesStructured ProductsEquity
Shares
Equity WarrantsInvestments in Joint Ventures / PE FundShort-term
Investments
Total
Fair value, beginning of period$1,171,250 $138,767 $32,509 $44,651 $1,300 $41,760 $65,558 $1,495,795 
New investments227,057 14,479 — 3,873 — 29,500 198,550 473,459 
Proceeds from sales of investments(144,893)— (6,823)(5,972)— — (190,542)(348,230)
Loan origination fees received(4,176)(402)— — — — — (4,578)
Principal repayments received(21,392)(10,120)(753)— — — — (32,265)
Payment-in-kind interest829 7,007 — — — — — 7,836
Accretion of loan premium/discount645 1,319 16 — — — — 1,980 
Accretion of deferred loan origination revenue1,270 211 — — — — — 1,481 
Realized gain (loss)2,2073652(51)32,814 
Unrealized appreciation (depreciation)5,381(666)553(2,883)1341,316(3)3,832 
Fair value, end of period$1,238,178 $150,598 $26,154 $39,618 $1,434 $72,576 $73,566 $1,602,124 
Non-Accrual Assets
Generally, when interest and/or principal payments on a loan become past due, or if we otherwise do not expect the borrower to be able to service its debt and other obligations, we will place the loan on non-accrual status and will generally cease recognizing interest income on that loan for financial reporting purposes until all principal and interest have been brought current through payment or due to a restructuring such that the interest income is deemed to be collectible. As of March 31, 2022, we had seven portfolio companies with investments on non-accrual, the fair value of which was $42.9 million, which comprised 1.8% of the total fair value of our portfolio, and the cost of which was $71.3 million, which comprised 3.0% of the total cost of our portfolio. As of December 31, 2021, we had two portfolio companies with investments on non-accrual, the fair value of which was $36.0 million, which comprised 2.0% of the total fair value of our portfolio, and the cost of which was $50.9 million, which comprised 2.9% of the total cost of our portfolio.
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A summary of our non-accrual assets as of March 31, 2022 is provided below:
1888 Industrial Services, LLC
In connection with the Sierra Acquisition, we purchased our debt and equity investments in 1888 Industrial Services, LLC, or 1888. The 1888 first lien senior secured term loan is on non-accrual status and as a result, under U.S. GAAP, we will not recognize interest income on our first lien senior secured term loan in 1888 for financial reporting purposes. As of March 31, 2022, the cost and fair of our first lien senior secured term loan in 1888 was $0.4 million and $0.2 million, respectively.
Black Angus Steakhouse, LLC
In connection with the Sierra Acquisition, we purchased our debt and equity investments in Black Angus Steakhouse, LLC, or Black Angus. The Black Angus PIK term loan is on non-accrual status and as a result, under U.S. GAAP, we will not recognize interest income on our PIK term loan in Black Angus for financial reporting purposes. As of March 31, 2022, both the cost and fair value of our PIK term loan in Black Angus was $9.6 million.
Charming Charlie LLC
In connection with the Sierra Acquisition, we purchased our debt and equity investments in Charming Charlie, LLC, or Charming Charlie. Charming Charlie is on non-accrual status and as a result, under U.S. GAAP, we will not recognize interest income on our debt investments in Charming Charlie for financial reporting purposes. As of March 31, 2022, both the cost and fair value of our debt investments in Charming Charlie was zero.
Custom Alloy Corporation
In connection with the MVC Acquisition, we purchased our debt investment in Custom Alloy Corporation, or Custom Alloy. During the quarter ended December 31, 2021, we placed our debt investment in Custom Alloy on non-accrual status. As a result, under U.S. GAAP, we will not recognize interest income on our debt investment in Custom Alloy for financial reporting purposes. As of March 31, 2022, the cost of our debt investment in Custom Alloy was $46.4 million and the fair value of such investment was $28.6 million.
Holland Acquisition Corp.
In connection with the Sierra Acquisition, we purchased our debt investment in Holland Acquisition Corp., or Holland. Holland is on non-accrual status and as a result, under U.S. GAAP, we will not recognize interest income on our debt investments in Holland for financial reporting purposes. As of March 31, 2022, both the cost and fair value of our debt investments in Holland was zero.
Legal Solutions Holdings
In connection with the MVC Acquisition, we purchased our debt investment in Legal Solutions Holdings, or Legal Solutions. During the quarter ended September 30, 2021, we placed our debt investment in Legal Solutions on non-accrual status. As a result, under U.S. GAAP, we will not recognize interest income on our debt investment in Legal Solutions for financial reporting purposes. As of March 31, 2022, the cost of our debt investment in Legal Solutions was $10.1 million and the fair value of such investment was zero.
Path Medical LLC
In connection with the Sierra Acquisition, we purchased our debt and equity investments in Path Medical LLC, or Path Medical. Path Medical is on non-accrual status and as a result, under U.S. GAAP, we will not recognize interest income on our debt investments in Path Medical for financial reporting purposes. As of March 31, 2022, both the cost and fair value of our debt investments in Path Medical was $4.6 million.

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Results of Operations
Comparison of the three months ended March 31, 2022 and March 31, 2021
Operating results for the three months ended March 31, 2022 and 2021 were as follows:
Three Months
Ended
Three Months
Ended
(in thousands)March 31,
2022
March 31,
2021
Total investment income$43,757 $30,593 
Total operating expenses24,742 16,237 
Net investment income before taxes19,015 14,356 
Income taxes, including excise tax provision(18)
Net investment income after taxes19,009 14,374 
Net realized gains (losses)(1,442)1,839 
Net unrealized appreciation3,465 6,275 
Net increase in net assets resulting from operations$21,032 $22,488 
Net increases or decreases in net assets resulting from operations can vary substantially from period to period due to various factors, including recognition of realized gains and losses and unrealized appreciation and depreciation. As a result, quarterly comparisons of net changes in net assets resulting from operations may not be meaningful.
Investment Income
Three Months
Ended
Three Months
Ended
($ in thousands)March 31,
2022
March 31,
2021
Investment income:
Total interest income$32,069 $25,214 
Total dividend income7,693 72 
Total fee and other income1,197 2,133 
Total payment-in-kind interest income2,798 3,173 
Interest income from cash— 
Total investment income$43,757 $30,593 
The change in total investment income for the three months ended March 31, 2022, as compared to the three months ended March 31, 2021, was primarily due to an increase in the average size of our portfolio and increased dividends from portfolio companies and joint venture investments. The increase in the average size of our portfolio was largely due to the increased middle-market investment opportunities and the investments acquired as part of the Sierra Acquisition; however, as the Sierra Acquisition did not close until late in the first quarter of 2022, we did not receive a full quarter of investment income from the acquired Sierra portfolio. This increase was partial offset by a decrease in payment-in-kind (“PIK”) interest income and a decrease in acceleration of unamortized OID and unamortized loan origination fee income associated with repayments of loans. For the three months ended March 31, 2022, dividends from portfolio companies and joint venture investments were $7.7 million, as compared to $0.1 million for the three months ended March 31, 2021. The amount of our outstanding debt investments was $2,134.2 million as of March 31, 2022, as compared to $1,451.9 million as of March 31, 2021. This increase is in part due to the acquisition of investment assets in the Sierra Acquisition. The weighted average yield on the principal amount of our outstanding debt investments other than non-accrual debt investments was 7.3% as of March 31, 2022, as compared to 7.2% as of March 31, 2021. For the three months ended March 31, 2022, PIK interest income was $2.8 million, as compared to $3.2 million for the three months ended March 31, 2021. For the three months ended March 31, 2022, acceleration of unamortized OID income and unamortized loan origination fees totaled $0.2 million, as compared to $0.4 million for the three months ended March 31, 2021.
Operating Expenses
Three Months
Ended
Three Months
Ended
($ in thousands)March 31,
2022
March 31,
2021
Operating expenses:
Interest and other financing fees$11,661 $7,285 
Base management fees5,872 3,929 
Incentive management fees4,754 2,722 
General and administrative expenses2,455 2,301 
Total operating expenses$24,742 $16,237 
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Interest and Other Financing Fees
Interest and other financing fees during the three months ended March 31, 2022 were attributable to borrowings under the February 2019 Credit Facility, the August 2025 Notes, the November Notes, the February Notes and the November 2026 Notes (each as defined below under “Liquidity and Capital Resources”). Interest and other financing fees during the three months ended March 31, 2021 were attributable to borrowings under the February 2019 Credit Facility, the August 2025 Notes, the November Notes and the February Notes. The increase in interest and other financing fees for the three months ended March 31, 2022 as compared to the three months ended March 31, 2021, was primarily attributable to the issuance of the February Notes and the November 2026 Notes and increased borrowings under the February 2019 Credit Facility.
Base Management Fees
Under the terms of the New Barings BDC Advisory Agreement, we pay Barings a base management fee (the “Base Management Fee”), quarterly in arrears on a calendar quarter basis. The Base Management Fee is calculated based on the average value of our gross assets, excluding cash and cash equivalents, at the end of the two most recently completed calendar quarters prior to the quarter for which such fees are being calculated. Base Management Fees for any partial month or quarter are appropriately pro-rated. See Note 2 to our Unaudited Consolidated Financial Statements for additional information regarding the terms of the New Barings BDC Advisory Agreement (and, from January 1, 2021 to February 25, 2022, the terms of the Amended and Restated Advisory Agreement) and the fee arrangements thereunder. For the three months ended March 31, 2022, the amount of Base Management Fee incurred was approximately $5.9 million. For the three months ended March 31, 2021, the amount of Base Management Fee incurred was approximately $3.9 million. The increase in the Base Management Fee for the three months ended March 31, 2022 versus the corresponding 2021 period is primarily related to the average value of gross assets increasing from $1,257.4 million as of the end of the two most recently completed calendar quarters prior to March 31, 2021 to $1,879.0 million as of the end of the two most recently completed calendar quarters prior to March 31, 2022. For both the three months ended March 31, 2022 and 2021, the Base Management Fee rate was 1.250%.
Incentive Fee
Under the New Barings BDC Advisory Agreement (and, from January 1, 2021 to February 25, 2022, pursuant to the terms of the Amended and Restated Advisory Agreement), we pay Barings an incentive fee. A portion of the incentive fee is based on our income and a portion is based on our capital gains. The income-based fee will be determined and paid quarterly in arrears based on the amount by which (x) the aggregate pre-incentive fee net investment income in respect of the current calendar quarter and the eleven preceding calendar quarters beginning with the calendar quarter that commences on or after January 1, 2021, as the case may be (or the appropriate portion thereof in the case of any of our first eleven calendar quarters that commences on or after January 1, 2021) exceeds (y) the hurdle amount as calculated for the same period. See Note 2 to our Unaudited Consolidated Financial Statements for additional information regarding the terms of the New Barings BDC Advisory Agreement and the fee arrangements thereunder. For the three months ended March 31, 2022, the amount of income-based fee incurred was $4.8 million, as compared to $2.7 million for the three months ended March 31, 2021.
General and Administrative Expenses
We entered into the Administration Agreement with Barings in August 2018. Under the terms of the Administration Agreement, Barings performs (or oversees, or arranges for, the performance of) the administrative services necessary for our operations. We will reimburse Barings for the costs and expenses incurred by it in performing its obligations and providing personnel and facilities under the Administration Agreement in an amount to be negotiated and mutually agreed to by us and Barings quarterly in arrears; provided that the agreed-upon quarterly expense amount will not exceed the amount of expenses that would otherwise be reimbursable by us under the Administration Agreement for the applicable quarterly period, and Barings will not be entitled to the recoupment of any amounts in excess of the agreed-upon quarterly expense amount. See Note 2 to our Unaudited Consolidated Financial Statements for additional information regarding the Administration Agreement. For the three months ended March 31, 2022, the amount of administration expense incurred and invoiced by Barings for expenses was approximately $1.0 million. For the three months ended March 31, 2021, the amount of administration expense incurred and invoiced by Barings for expenses was approximately $0.5 million. In addition to expenses incurred under the Administration Agreement, general and administrative expenses include Board fees, D&O insurance costs, as well as legal, valuation and accounting expenses.
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Net Realized Gains (Losses)
Net realized gains (losses) during the three months ended March 31, 2022 and 2021 were as follows:
Three Months
Ended
Three Months
Ended
($ in thousands)March 31,
2022
March 31,
2021
Net realized gain (losses):
Non-Control / Non-Affiliate investments$(250)$2,891 
Affiliate investments101 (77)
Net realized gains (losses) on investments(149)2,814 
Foreign currency transactions(1,293)(975)
Net realized gains (losses)$(1,442)$1,839 
During the three months ended March 31, 2022, we recognized net realized losses totaling $1.4 million, which consisted primarily of a net loss on foreign currency transactions of $1.3 million. During the three months ended March 31, 2021, we recognized net realized gains totaling $1.8 million, which consisted primarily of a net gain on our loan portfolio of $2.8 million partially offset by a net loss on foreign currency transactions of $1.0 million.
Net Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation)
Net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) during the three months ended March 31, 2022 and 2021 was as follows:
Three Months
Ended
Three Months
Ended
($ in thousands)March 31,
2022
March 31,
2021
Net unrealized appreciation (depreciation):
Non-Control / Non-Affiliate investments$(28,587)$5,357 
Affiliate investments12,996 2,445 
Control investments14,644 (3,969)
Net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on investments(947)3,833 
Credit support agreements(400)(1,600)
Foreign currency transactions4,812 4,042 
Net unrealized appreciation$3,465 $6,275 
During the three months ended March 31, 2022, we recorded net unrealized appreciation totaling $3.5 million, consisting of net unrealized appreciation on our current portfolio of $0.1 million and net unrealized appreciation related to foreign currency transactions of $4.8 million, net of unrealized depreciation of $0.4 million on the MVC credit support agreement with Barings and net unrealized depreciation reclassification adjustments of $1.0 million related to the net realized gains on the sales / repayments of certain investments. The net unrealized appreciation on our current portfolio of $0.1 million was driven primarily by credit or fundamental performance of investments of $27.8 million, partially offset by the impact of foreign currency exchange rates on investments of $4.7 million and broad market moves for investments of $23.1 million.
During the three months ended March 31, 2021, we recorded net unrealized appreciation totaling $6.3 million, consisting of net unrealized appreciation on our current portfolio of $6.4 million and net unrealized appreciation related to foreign currency transactions of $4.0 million, net of unrealized depreciation of $1.6 million on the MVC credit support agreement with Barings and net of unrealized depreciation reclassification adjustments of $2.6 million related to the net realized gains on the sales / repayments of certain investments. The net unrealized appreciation on our current portfolio of $6.4 million was driven primarily by broad market moves for investments of $13.8 million, partially offset by depreciation from the credit or fundamental performance of investments of $3.0 million and the impact of foreign currency exchange rates on investments of $4.4 million.
November Notes
On November 4, 2020, the Company entered into a Note Purchase Agreement (the “November 2020 NPA”) governing the issuance of (1) $62.5 million in aggregate principal amount of Series B senior unsecured notes due November 2025 (the “Series B Notes”) with a fixed interest rate of 4.25% per year and (2) $112.5 million in aggregate principal amount of Series C senior unsecured notes due November 2027 (the “Series C Notes” and, collectively with the Series B Notes, the “November Notes”) with a fixed interest rate of 4.75% per year, in each case, to qualified institutional investors in a private placement. Each stated interest rate is subject to a step up of (x) 0.75% per year, to the extent the applicable November Notes do not satisfy certain investment grade conditions and/or (y) 1.50% per year, to the extent the ratio of the Company’s secured debt to total assets exceeds specified thresholds, measured as of each fiscal quarter end. The November Notes were delivered and paid for on November 5, 2020. The Series B Notes will mature on November 4, 2025, and the Series C Notes will mature on November 4, 2027 unless redeemed, purchased or prepaid prior to such date by the Company in accordance with their terms. Interest on the November Notes is due semiannually in May and November, beginning in May 2021. In addition, the Company is obligated to offer to repay the November Notes at par (plus accrued and unpaid interest to, but not including, the date of prepayment) if certain change in control events occur. Subject to the terms of the November 2020 NPA, the Company may redeem the Series B Notes and the Series C Notes in whole or in part at any time or from time to time at the Company’s option at par plus accrued interest to the prepayment date and, if redeemed on or before May 4, 2025, with respect to the Series B Notes, or on or before May 4, 2027, with respect to the Series C Notes, a make-whole premium. The November Notes are guaranteed by certain of the Company’s subsidiaries, and are the Company's general unsecured obligations that rank pari passu with all outstanding and future unsecured unsubordinated indebtedness issued by the Company.
The November 2020 NPA contains certain representations and warranties, and various covenants and reporting requirements customary for senior unsecured notes issued in a private placement, including, without limitation, affirmative and negative covenants such as information reporting, maintenance of the Company’s status as a BDC within the meaning of the 1940 Act, certain restrictions with respect to transactions with affiliates, fundamental changes, changes of line of business, permitted liens, investments and restricted payments, minimum shareholders’ equity, maximum net debt to equity ratio and minimum asset coverage ratio. The November 2020 NPA also contains customary events of default with customary cure and notice periods, including, without limitation, nonpayment, incorrect representation in any material respect, breach of covenant, cross-default under our other indebtedness or that of our subsidiary guarantors, certain judgements and orders, and certain events of bankruptcy. Upon the occurrence of an event of default, the holders of at least 66-2/3% in principal amount of the November Notes at the time outstanding may declare all November Notes then outstanding to be immediately due and payable. As of March 31, 2022, the Company was in compliance with all covenants under the November 2020 NPA.
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Notes to Unaudited Consolidated Financial Statements — (Continued)
The November Notes were offered in reliance on Section 4(a)(2) of the Securities Act. The November Notes have not and will not be registered under the Securities Act or any state securities laws and, unless so registered, may not be offered or sold in the United States except pursuant to an exemption from, or in a transaction not subject to, the registration requirements of the Securities Act, as applicable.
As of March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, the fair value of the outstanding Series B Notes was $61.1 million and $64.1 million, respectively. As of March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, the fair value of the outstanding Series C Notes was $109.0 million and $115.3 million, respectively. The fair value determinations of the Series B Notes and Series C Notes were based on a market yield approach and current interest rates, which are Level 3 inputs to the market yield model.
February Notes
On February 25, 2021, the Company entered into a Note Purchase Agreement (the “February 2021 NPA”) governing the issuance of (1) $80.0 million in aggregate principal amount of Series D senior unsecured notes due February 26, 2026 (the “Series D Notes”) with a fixed interest rate of 3.41% per year and (2) $70.0 million in aggregate principal amount of Series E senior unsecured notes due February 26, 2028 (the “Series E Notes” and, collectively with the Series D Notes, the “February Notes”) with a fixed interest rate of 4.06% per year, in each case, to qualified institutional investors in a private placement. Each stated interest rate is subject to a step up of (x) 0.75% per year, to the extent the applicable February Notes do not satisfy certain investment grade rating conditions and/or (y) 1.50% per year, to the extent the ratio of the Company’s secured debt to total assets exceeds specified thresholds, measured as of each fiscal quarter end. The February Notes were delivered and paid for on February 26, 2021.
The Series D Notes will mature on February 26, 2026, and the Series E Notes will mature on February 26, 2028 unless redeemed, purchased or prepaid prior to such date by the Company in accordance with the terms of the February 2021 NPA. Interest on the February Notes is due semiannually in February and August of each year, beginning in August 2021. In addition, the Company is obligated to offer to repay the February Notes at par (plus accrued and unpaid interest to, but not including, the date of prepayment) if certain change in control events occur. Subject to the terms of the February 2021 NPA, the Company may redeem the Series D Notes and the Series E Notes in whole or in part at any time or from time to time at the Company’s option at par plus accrued interest to the prepayment date and, if redeemed on or before August 26, 2025, with respect to the Series D Notes, or on or before August 26, 2027, with respect to the Series E Notes, a make-whole premium. The February Notes are guaranteed by certain of the Company’s subsidiaries, and are the Company's general unsecured obligations that rank pari passu with all outstanding and future unsecured unsubordinated indebtedness issued by the Company.
The February 2021 NPA contains certain representations and warranties, and various covenants and reporting requirements customary for senior unsecured notes issued in a private placement , including, without limitation, information reporting, maintenance of the Company’s status as a BDC within the meaning of the 1940 Act, and certain restrictions with respect to transactions with affiliates, fundamental changes, changes of line of business, permitted liens, investments and restricted payments. In addition, the February 2021 NPA contains the following financial covenants: (a) maintaining a minimum obligors’ net worth, measured as of each fiscal quarter end; (b) not permitting the Company’s asset coverage ratio, as of the date of the incurrence of any debt for borrowed money or the making of any cash dividend to shareholders, to be less than the statutory minimum then applicable to the Company under the 1940 Act; and (c) not permitting the Company’s net debt to equity ratio to exceed 2.0x, measured as of each fiscal quarter end.
The February 2021 NPA also contains customary events of default with customary cure and notice periods, including, without limitation, nonpayment, incorrect representation in any material respect, breach of covenant, cross-default under other indebtedness or that of the Company’s subsidiary guarantors, certain judgements and orders, and certain events of bankruptcy. Upon the occurrence of certain events of default, the holders of at least 66-2/3% in principal amount of the February Notes at the time outstanding may declare all February Notes then outstanding to be immediately due and payable. As of March 31, 2022, the Company was in compliance with all covenants under the February 2021 NPA.
The February Notes were offered in reliance on Section 4(a)(2) of the Securities Act. The February Notes have not and will not be registered under the Securities Act or any state securities laws and, unless so registered, may not be offered or sold in the United States except pursuant to an exemption from, or in a transaction not subject to, the registration requirements of the Securities Act, as applicable.
As of March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, the fair value of the outstanding Series D Notes were $75.5 million and $79.2 million, respectively. As of March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, the fair value of the outstanding Series E Notes was $65.2 million and $68.7 million, respectively. The fair value determinations of the Series D Notes and Series E Notes were based on a market yield approach and current interest rates, which are Level 3 inputs to the market yield model.
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Notes to Unaudited Consolidated Financial Statements — (Continued)
November 2026 Notes
On November 23, 2021, the Company and U.S. Bank National Association (the “Trustee”) entered into an Indenture (the “Base Indenture”) and a Supplemental Indenture (the “First Supplemental Indenture” and, together with the Base Indenture, the “Indenture”). The First Supplemental Indenture relates to the Company’s issuance of $350.0 million aggregate principal amount of its 3.300% notes due 2026 (the “November 2026 Notes”).

The November 2026 Notes will mature on November 23, 2026 and may be redeemed in whole or in part at the Company’s option at any time or from time to time at the redemption prices set forth in the Indenture. The November 2026 Notes bear interest at a rate of 3.300% per year payable semi-annually on May 23 and November 23 of each year, commencing on May 23, 2022. The November 2026 Notes are general unsecured obligations of the Company that rank senior in right of payment to all of the Company’s existing and future indebtedness that is expressly subordinated in right of payment to the November 2026 Notes, rank pari passu with all existing and future unsecured unsubordinated indebtedness issued by the Company, rank effectively junior to any of the Company’s secured indebtedness (including unsecured indebtedness that the Company later secures) to the extent of the value of the assets securing such indebtedness, and rank structurally junior to all existing and future indebtedness (including trade payables) incurred by the Company’s subsidiaries, financing vehicles or similar facilities.
The Indenture contains certain covenants, including covenants requiring the Company to comply with the asset coverage requirements of Section 18(a)(1)(A) as modified by Section 61(a)(1) and (2) of the 1940 Act, whether or not it is subject to those requirements, and to provide financial information to the holders of the November 2026 Notes and the Trustee if the Company is no longer subject to the reporting requirements under the Exchange Act. These covenants are subject to important limitations and exceptions that are described in the Indenture.
In addition, on the occurrence of a “change of control repurchase event,” as defined in the Indenture, the Company will generally be required to make an offer to purchase the outstanding November 2026 Notes at a price equal to 100% of the principal amount of such November 2026 Notes plus accrued and unpaid interest to the repurchase date.
As of March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, the fair value of the outstanding November 2026 Notes was $320.9 million and $346.8 million, respectively. The fair value determinations of the November 2026 Notes were based on a market yield approach and current interest rates, which are Level 3 inputs to the market yield model.
6. DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS
MVC Credit Support Agreement
In connection with the MVC Acquisition, on December 23, 2020, promptly following the closing of the Company’s merger with MVC, the Company and the Adviser entered into the MVC Credit Support Agreement, pursuant to which the Adviser has agreed to provide credit support to the Company in the amount of up to $23.0 million relating to the net cumulative realized and unrealized losses on the acquired MVC investment portfolio over a 10-year period. See “Note 2 – Agreements and Related Party Transactions” for additional information regarding the MVC Credit Support Agreement. Net unrealized appreciation or depreciation on the MVC Credit Support Agreement is included in "Net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) - credit support agreements" in the Company’s Unaudited Consolidated Statements of Operations.
The following tables present the fair value and aggregate unrealized depreciation of the MVC Credit Support Agreement as of March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021:
As of March 31, 2022
Description
($ in thousands)
Counter PartySettlement DateNotional AmountValueUnrealized Appreciation (Depreciation)
MVC Credit Support AgreementBarings LLC01/01/31$23,000 $15,000 $1,400 
Total MVC Credit Support Agreement$1,400 
As of December 31, 2021
Description
($ in thousands)
Counter PartySettlement DateNotional AmountValueUnrealized Appreciation (Depreciation)
MVC Credit Support AgreementBarings LLC01/01/31$23,000 $15,400 $1,800 
Total MVC Credit Support Agreement$1,800 
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Notes to Unaudited Consolidated Financial Statements — (Continued)
As of March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, the fair value of the MVC Credit Support Agreement was $15.0 million and $15.4 million, respectively, and is included in "Credit support agreements" in the accompanying Unaudited and Audited Consolidated Balance Sheets. The fair value of the MVC Credit Support Agreement was determined based on an income approach, with the primary inputs being the enterprise value, the continuously annual risk-free interest rate, a measure of expected asset volatility, and the expected time until an exit event for each portfolio company in the MVC Reference Portfolio, which are all Level 3 inputs.
Sierra Credit Support Agreement
In connection with the Sierra Acquisition, on February 25, 2022, promptly following the closing of the Company’s merger with Sierra, the Company and the Adviser entered into the Sierra Credit Support Agreement, pursuant to which the Adviser has agreed to provide credit support to the Company in the amount of up to $100.0 million relating to the net cumulative realized and unrealized losses on the acquired Sierra investment portfolio over a 10-year period. See “Note 2 – Agreements and Related Party Transactions” for additional information regarding the Sierra Credit Support Agreement. Net unrealized appreciation or depreciation on the Sierra Credit Support Agreement is included in "Net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) - credit support agreements" in the Company’s Unaudited Consolidated Statements of Operations.
The following table presents the fair value and aggregate unrealized depreciation of the Sierra Credit Support Agreement as of March 31, 2022:
As of March 31, 2022
Description
($ in thousands)
Counter PartySettlement DateNotional AmountValueUnrealized Appreciation (Depreciation)
Sierra Credit Support AgreementBarings LLC04/01/32$100,000 $44,400 $— 
Total Sierra Credit Support Agreement$— 
As of March 31, 2022, the fair value of the Sierra Credit Support Agreement was $44.4 million, and is included in “Credit support agreements” in the accompanying Unaudited Consolidated Balance Sheet. The fair value of the Sierra Credit Support Agreement was determined based on an income approach, with the primary inputs being the enterprise value, the continuously annual risk-free interest rate, a measure of expected asset volatility, and the expected time until an exit event for each portfolio company in the Sierra Reference Portfolio, which are all Level 3 inputs.
Foreign Currency Forward Contracts
The Company enters into forward currency contracts from time to time to primarily help mitigate the impact that an adverse change in foreign exchange rates would have on net interest income from the Company's investments and related borrowings denominated in foreign currencies. Net unrealized appreciation or depreciation on foreign currency contracts are included in "Net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) - foreign currency transactions" and net realized gains or losses on forward currency contracts are included in "Net realized gains (losses) - foreign currency transactions" in the Company’s Unaudited Consolidated Statements of Operations. Forward currency contracts are considered undesignated derivative instruments.
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Notes to Unaudited Consolidated Financial Statements — (Continued)
The following tables present the Company's foreign currency forward contracts as of March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021:
As of March 31, 2022
Description
($ in thousands)
Notional Amount to be PurchasedNotional Amount to be SoldMaturity DateGross Amount of Recognized Assets (Liabilities)Balance Sheet Location of Net Amounts
Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)A$67,436$50,50504/08/22$138 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)$22,755A$31,38604/08/22(815)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)$19,490A$27,00004/08/22(787)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)$6,494A$9,05004/08/22(302)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)$51,174A$68,22307/07/22(146)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (CAD)C$3,203$2,55904/08/22Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (CAD)$2,506C$3,20304/08/22(58)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (CAD)$2,549C$3,19007/07/22(5)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (CAD)$49C$6107/07/22— Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (DKK)2,116kr.$31504/08/22Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (DKK)$3232,116kr.04/08/22Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (DKK)$3232,159kr.07/07/22(1)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)€2,000$2,21504/01/2210 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)€86,555$96,09204/08/22225 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)€5,020$5,70104/08/22(116)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)$25,366€23,00004/08/22(228)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)$8,514€7,50004/08/22168 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)$69,071€61,07504/08/221,109 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)$95,469€85,83507/07/22(400)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (NZD)NZ$11,600$8,02604/08/2242 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (NZD)$7,995NZ$11,60004/08/22(74)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (NZD)$8,151NZ$11,80107/07/22(44)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)$13,131£10,00004/01/22(35)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)£8,819$11,52104/08/2290 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)$5,642£4,22004/08/2286 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)$6,122£4,59904/08/2267 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)$12,612£9,65607/07/22(97)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)£10,000$13,12807/07/2235 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (SEK)1,875kr$20104/08/22— Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (SEK)$2071,875kr04/08/22Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (SEK)$2131,976kr07/07/22— Derivative liability
Total$(1,120)

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As of December 31, 2021
Description
($ in thousands)
Notional Amount to be PurchasedNotional Amount to be SoldMaturity DateGross Amount of Recognized Assets (Liabilities)Balance Sheet Location of Net Amounts
Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)A$31,601$22,849.50301/06/22$126 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)A$2,099$1,50801/06/2218 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)$20,727A$28,70001/06/22(139)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)$3,580A$5,00004/08/22(55)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (AUD)$18,247A$25,385.69704/08/22(215)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (CAD)C$3,230$2,52801/06/2229 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (CAD)C$3,000$2,42501/06/22(50)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (CAD)$4,881C$6,23001/06/22(51)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (CAD)$2,506C$3,20304/08/22(29)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (DKK)2,142.838kr.$32601/06/22Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (DKK)$3352,142.838kr.01/06/22Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (DKK)$3232,115.99kr.04/08/22(1)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)€52,582.593$59,52401/06/22275 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)€5,020$5,701.273904/08/2219 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)$24,722€21,50001/06/22271 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)$14,563€12,90001/06/22(108)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)$20,655€18,182.59301/06/22(23)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)$60,413€53,264.85704/08/22(282)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)$1,130€1,00004/08/22(10)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (EUR)$8,514€7,50004/08/22(32)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)£9,900$13,219.51901/06/22190 Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)$13,348.815£9,90001/06/22(60)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (GBP)$6,121.622£4,598.70704/08/22(104)Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (SEK)1,791.942kr$19801/07/22— Derivative liability
Foreign currency forward contract (SEK)$2041,791.942kr01/07/22Prepaid expenses and other assets
Foreign currency forward contract (SEK)$2071,874.724kr04/08/22— Prepaid expenses and other assets
Total$(217)
As of March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, the total fair value of the Company's foreign currency forward contracts was $(1.1) million and $(0.2) million, respectively. The fair values of the Company's foreign currency forward contracts are based on unadjusted prices from independent pricing services and independent indicative broker quotes, which are Level 2 inputs.
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7. COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES
In the normal course of business, the Company is party to financial instruments with off-balance sheet risk, consisting primarily of unused commitments to extend financing to the Company's portfolio companies. Since commitments may expire without being drawn upon, the total commitment amount does not necessarily represent future cash requirements. As of March 31, 2022, the Company believed that it had adequate financial resources to satisfy its unfunded commitments. The balances of unused commitments to extend financing as of March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021 were as follows:
Portfolio Company
($ in thousands)
Investment TypeMarch 31, 2022December 31, 2021
1888 Industrial Services, LLC(1)(2)Revolver$314 $— 
Acclime Holdings HK Limited(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,179 1,179 
Acclime Holdings HK Limited(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan110 110 
Air Comm Corporation, LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan11 11 
Air Comm Corporation, LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,448 1,448 
Amtech Software(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,527 2,727 
Amtech Software(1)Revolver682 682 
AnalytiChem Holding GmbH(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan6,073 6,207 
Aquavista Watersides 2 LTD(1)(2)(4)Bridge Revolver489 503 
Aquavista Watersides 2 LTD(1)(2)(4)Acquisition Facility3,059 3,147 
Astra Bidco Limited(1)(2)(4)Delayed Draw Term Loan959 2,571 
Avance Clinical Bidco Pty Ltd(1)(5)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,435 3,497 
Azalea Buyer, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan962 962 
Azalea Buyer, Inc.(1)Revolver481 481 
Bariacum S.A(1)(2)(3)Acquisition Facility2,114 2,161 
Beyond Risk Management, Inc.(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan2,573 2,573 
BigHand UK Bidco Limited(1)(2)(4)Acquisition Facility— 378 
Black Angus Steakhouses, LLC(1)Acquisition Facility417 — 
Bounteous, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan2,840 2,840 
Brightpay Limited(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan241 432 
Brightpay Limited(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan141 144 
BrightSign LLC(1)Revolver1,329 1,329 
British Engineering Services Holdco Limited(1)(2)(4)Bridge Revolver— 613 
Brook & Whittle Holding Corp.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan852 — 
CAi Software, LLC(1)Revolver943 943 
Canadian Orthodontic Partners Corp.(1)(2)(6)Acquisition Facility120 167 
Centralis Finco S.a.r.l.(1)(3)Acquisition Facility451 461 
Ceres Pharma NV(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan2,103 2,149 
CGI Parent, LLC(1)(2)Revolver1,212 — 
Classic Collision (Summit Buyer, LLC)(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan309 393 
Coastal Marina Holdings, LLC(1)(2)PIK Tranche B Term Loan1,311 1,311 
Coastal Marina Holdings, LLC(1)(2)Tranche A Term Loan3,576 3,576 
Command Alkon (Project Potter Buyer, LLC)(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan6,018 6,018 
Coyo Uprising GmbH(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan874 894 
Crash Champions, LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan379 5,420 
CSL Dualcom(1)(4)Acquisition Term Loan970 998 
Dart Buyer, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,163 2,431 
DecksDirect, LLC(1)Revolver58 218 
DreamStart Bidco SAS(1)(3)Acquisition Facility604 617 
Dune Group(1)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan650 665 
Dwyer Instruments, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan692 692 
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Portfolio Company
($ in thousands)
Investment TypeMarch 31, 2022December 31, 2021
Eclipse Business Capital, LLC(1)Revolver10,909 11,818 
EMI Porta Holdco LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan11,212 12,458 
EMI Porta Holdco LLC(1)Revolver2,361 2,966 
EPS NASS Parent, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan583 583 
eShipping, LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,650 2,548 
eShipping, LLC(1)Revolver824 1,232 
Events Software BidCo Pty Ltd(1)(5)Delayed Draw Term Loan481 — 
F24 (Stairway BidCo GmbH)(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan396 405 
Fineline Technologies, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan180 180 
Finexvet(1)(3)Acquisition Facility967 — 
FragilePak LLC(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan2,354 2,354 
Heartland Veterinary Partners, LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan657 657 
Heavy Construction Systems Specialists, LLC(1)Revolver2,632 2,632 
HW Holdco, LLC (Hanley Wood LLC)(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan913 1,563 
IGL Holdings III Corp.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,217 1,217 
Innovad Group II BV(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,785 1,825 
INOS 19-090 GmbH(1)(2)(3)Acquisition Facility2,481 2,535 
ITI Intermodal, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan103 103 
ITI Intermodal, Inc.(1)Revolver124 124 
Jaguar Merger Sub Inc.(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,781 1,961 
Jaguar Merger Sub Inc.(1)(2)Revolver490 490 
Jocassee Partners LLCJoint Venture15,000 20,000 
Jon Bidco Limited(1)(2)(7)Capex & Acquisition Facility1,585 — 
Jones Fish Hatcheries & Distributors LLC(1)Revolver418 — 
Kano Laboratories LLC(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan153 153 
Kano Laboratories LLC(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan2,830 4,544 
Kemmerer Operations LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan908 — 
LAF International(1)(2)(3)Acquisition Facility178 341 
Lambir Bidco Limited(1)(2)(3)Bridge Revolver920 941 
Lambir Bidco Limited(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,841 1,881 
LeadsOnline, LLC(1)Revolver2,603 — 
Lifestyle Intermediate II, LLC(1)Revolver2,500 — 
LivTech Purchaser, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan34 82 
Marmoutier Holding B.V.(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan396 405 
Marmoutier Holding B.V.(1)(2)(3)Revolver159 162 
Marshall Excelsior Co.(1)(2)Revolver1,047 — 
MC Group Ventures Corporation(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan817 817 
Modern Star Holdings Bidco Pty Limited(1)(5)Capex Term Loan1,072 1,038 
Murphy Midco Limited(1)(4)Delayed Draw Term Loan648 2,617 
Narda Acquisitionco., Inc.(1)Revolver1,311 1,311 
Navia Benefit Solutions, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,261 1,261 
Nexus Underwriting Management Limited(1)(2)(4)Revolver101 103 
Nexus Underwriting Management Limited(1)(2)(4)Acquisition Facility526 541 
Novotech Aus Bidco Pty Ltd(1)Capex & Acquisition Facility809 — 
OA Buyer, Inc.(1)Revolver1,331 1,331 
OAC Holdings I Corp(1)Revolver685 — 
OG III B.V.(1)(2)(3)Acquisition CapEx Facility671 686 
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Portfolio Company
($ in thousands)
Investment TypeMarch 31, 2022December 31, 2021
Omni Intermediate Holdings, LLC(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan— 817 
Omni Intermediate Holdings, LLC(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan2,289 4,357 
OSP Hamilton Purchaser, LLC(1)Revolver187 187 
Pacific Health Supplies Bidco Pty Limited(1)(2)(5)CapEx Term Loan1,325 1,283 
PDQ.Com Corporation(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan— 289 
PDQ.Com Corporation(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan7,753 10,948 
Polara Enterprises, L.L.C.(1)(2)Revolver545 545 
Policy Services Company, LLC(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan3,772 6,944 
Premium Invest(1)(2)(3)Acquisition Facility1,892 1,933 
ProfitOptics, LLC(1)Revolver484 — 
Protego Bidco B.V.(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan826 844 
QPE7 SPV1 BidCo Pty Ltd(1)(2)(5)Acquisition Term Loan— 373 
RA Outdoors, LLC(1)Revolver741 — 
Rep Seko Merger Sub LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,305 1,455 
Reward Gateway (UK) Ltd(1)(2)(4)Acquisition Facility657 1,061 
Riedel Beheer B.V.(1)(2)(3)Revolver— 230 
Riedel Beheer B.V.(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan150 153 
Scaled Agile, Inc.(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan416 416 
Scaled Agile, Inc.(1)(2)Revolver336 336 
Security Holdings B.V.(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan2,225 2,274 
Security Holdings B.V.(1)(2)(3)Revolver1,113 1,137 
Smartling, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,978 2,353 
Smartling, Inc.(1)Revolver1,176 1,176 
Smile Brands Group, Inc.(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan418 655 
Springbrook Software (SBRK Intermediate, Inc.)(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan2,372 2,373 
SSCP Pegasus Midco Limited(1)(4)Delayed Draw Term Loan5,105 5,251 
Superjet Buyer, LLC(1)Revolver1,825 1,825 
Syntax Systems Ltd(1)(2)Revolver448 569 
Syntax Systems Ltd(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,933 1,933 
Tank Holding Corp(1)Revolver873 — 
Techone B.V.(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,586 1,621 
Techone B.V.(1)(2)(3)Revolver423 432 
Tencarva Machinery Company, LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan886 886 
Tencarva Machinery Company, LLC(1)Revolver1,128 1,129 
The Caprock Group, Inc. (aka TA/TCG Holdings, LLC)(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan2,811 2,811 
The Caprock Group, Inc. (aka TA/TCG Holdings, LLC)(1)Revolver827 827 
The Hilb Group, LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan2,529 2,773 
Thermacell Repellents, Inc.(1)Revolver605 — 
Transit Technologies LLC(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan— 1,857 
Truck-Lite Co., LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan4,540 4,540 
Turbo Buyer, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,339 2,070 
Turbo Buyer, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan2,250 — 
USLS Acquisition, Inc.(f/k/a US Legal Support, Inc.)(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan3,820 — 
Victoria Bidco Limited(1)(2)(4)Delayed Draw Term Loan458 — 
Waccamaw River, LLC(2)Joint Venture4,580 11,280 
W2O Holdings, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan3,831 3,832 
West Dermatology, LLC(1)Revolver552 — 
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Portfolio Company
($ in thousands)
Investment TypeMarch 31, 2022December 31, 2021
West Dermatology, LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan3,352 — 
West Dermatology, LLC(1)PIK Delayed Draw Term Loan144 — 
Woodland Foods, Inc.(1)Revolver1,734 2,070 
ZB Holdco LLC(1)Revolver845 — 
ZB Holdco LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,352 — 
Zeppelin Bidco Limited(1)(2)(4)Capex / Acquisition Facility3,472 — 
Zeppelin Bidco Limited(1)(2)(4)Revolver579 — 
Total unused commitments to extend financing$220,360 $234,658 
(1)The Company's estimate of the fair value of the current investments in these portfolio companies includes an analysis of the fair value of any unfunded commitments.
(2)Represents a commitment to extend financing to a portfolio company where one or more of the Company's current investments in the portfolio company are carried at less than cost.
(3)Actual commitment amount is denominated in Euros. Commitment was translated into U.S. dollars based on the spot rate at the relevant balance sheet date.
(4)Actual commitment amount is denominated in British pounds sterling.Commitment was translated into U.S. dollars based on the spot rate at the relevant balance sheet date.
(5)Actual commitment amount is denominated in Australian dollars. Commitment was translated into U.S. dollars based on the spot rate at the relevant balance sheet date.
(6)Actual commitment amount is denominated in Canadian dollars. Commitment was translated into U.S. dollars based on the spot rate at the relevant balance sheet date.
(7)Actual commitment amount is denominated in New Zealand dollars. Commitment was translated into U.S. dollars based on the spot rate at the relevant balance sheet date.
In the normal course of business, the Company guarantees certain obligations in connection with its portfolio companies (in particular, certain controlled portfolio companies). Under these guarantee arrangements, payments may be required to be made to third parties if such guarantees are called upon or if the portfolio companies were to default on their related obligations, as applicable. As of March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, the Company had guaranteed 9.9 million ($11.0 million U.S. dollars and $11.3 million U.S. dollars, respectively) relating to credit facilities among Erste Bank and MVC Automotive Group Gmbh ("MVC Auto"). The Company would be required to make payments to Erste Bank if MVC Auto were to default on their related payment obligations. None of the credit facility guarantees are recorded as a liability on the Company's Unaudited and Audited Consolidated Balance Sheets, as such the credit facility liabilities are considered in the valuation of the investments in MVC Auto. The guarantees denominated in foreign currencies were translated into U.S. dollars based on the spot rate at the relevant balance sheet date.
Neither the Company, the Adviser, nor the Company’s subsidiaries are currently subject to any material pending legal proceedings, other than ordinary routine litigation incidental to their respective businesses. The Company, the Adviser, and the Company’s subsidiaries may from time to time, however, be involved in litigation arising out of operations in the normal course of business or otherwise, including in connection with strategic transactions. Furthermore, third parties may seek to impose liability on the Company in connection with the activities of its portfolio companies. While the outcome of any current legal proceedings cannot at this time be predicted with certainty, the Company does not expect any current matters will materially affect its financial condition or results of operations; however, there can be no assurance whether any pending legal proceedings will have a material adverse effect on the Company’s financial condition or results of operations in any future reporting period.
COVID-19 Developments
During the three months ended March 31, 2022, the Coronavirus and the COVID-19 pandemic continued to have a significant impact on the U.S and global economies. To the extent the Company's portfolio companies are adversely impacted by the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, it may have a material adverse impact on the Company's future net investment income, the fair value of its portfolio investments, its financial condition and the results of operations and financial condition of the Company's portfolio companies.
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8. FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
The following is a schedule of financial highlights for the three months ended March 31, 2022 and 2021:
 Three Months Ended March 31,
($ in thousands, except share and per share amounts)20222021
Per share data:
Net asset value at beginning of period$11.36 $10.99 
Net investment income(1)0.23 0.22 
Net realized gain (loss) on investments / foreign currency transactions(1)(0.02)0.03 
Net unrealized appreciation on investments / CSA / foreign currency transactions(1)0.04 0.10 
Total increase (decrease) from investment operations(1)0.25 0.35 
Dividends/distributions paid to stockholders from net investment income(0.23)(0.19)
Common stock offering(0.60)— 
Deemed contribution - CSA0.54 — 
Deemed contribution - Barings LLC0.34 — 
Other0.20 (0.01)
Net asset value at end of period$11.86 $11.14 
Market value at end of period(2)$10.34 $9.98 
Shares outstanding at end of period111,095,334 65,316,085 
Net assets at end of period$1,317,556 $727,883 
Average net assets$929,432 $727,273 
Ratio of total expenses, including loss on extinguishment of debt and provision for taxes, to average net assets (annualized)(3)10.65 %8.92 %
Ratio of net investment income to average net assets (annualized)8.18 %7.91 %
Portfolio turnover ratio (annualized)(4)8.81 %16.82 %
Total return(5)(4.16)%10.54 %
(1)Weighted average per share data—basic and diluted; per share data was derived by using the weighted average shares outstanding during the applicable period.
(2)Represents the closing price of the Company’s common stock on the last day of the period.
(3)Does not include expenses of underlying investment companies, including joint ventures and short-term investments.
(4)Portfolio turnover ratio as of March 31, 2022 and 2021 excludes the impact of short-term investments. Portfolio ratio as of March 31, 2022 excludes the impact of the Sierra Acquisition.
(5)Total return is based on purchase of stock at the current market price on the first day and a sale at the current market price on the last day of each period reported on the table and assumes reinvestment of dividends at prices obtained by the Company's dividend reinvestment plan during the period. Total return is not annualized.
9. SIERRA ACQUISITION
On February 25, 2022, the Company completed the Sierra Acquisitionpursuant to the terms and conditions of that certain Agreement and Plan of Merger (the “Sierra Merger Agreement”), dated as of September 21, 2021, by and among the Company, Mercury Acquisition Sub, Inc., a Maryland corporation and a direct wholly owned subsidiary of the Company (“Sierra Acquisition Sub”), Sierra Income Corporation, a Maryland corporation (“Sierra”), and Barings. To effect the acquisition, Sierra Acquisition Sub merged with and into Sierra, with Sierra surviving the merger as the Company’s wholly owned subsidiary (the “First Sierra Merger”). Immediately thereafter, Sierra merged with and into the Company, with the Company as the surviving company (the “Second Sierra Merger” and, together with the First Sierra Merger, the “Sierra Merger”). The Merger has been treated as a “reorganization” within the meaning of Section 368(a)(1)(A) of the Code.
Pursuant to the Sierra Merger Agreement, Sierra stockholders received the right to the following merger consideration in exchange for each share of Sierra common stock issued and outstanding immediately prior to the effective time of the First Sierra Merger (excluding any shares cancelled pursuant to the Sierra Merger Agreement): (i) approximately $0.9783641 per share in cash, without interest, from Barings and (ii) 0.44973 of a validly issued, fully paid and non-assessable share of the Company’s common stock. The Company issued approximately 45,986,926 shares of its common stock to Sierra’s former stockholders in connection with the Sierra Merger, thereby resulting in the Company’s then-existing stockholders owning approximately 58.7% of the combined company and Sierra’s former stockholders owning approximately 41.3% of the combined company.
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In connection with the completion of the Company’s acquisition of Sierra, the Board affirmed the Company’s commitment to make open-market purchases of shares of its common stock in an aggregate amount of up to $30.0 million at then-current market prices at any time shares trade below 90% of the Company’s then most recently disclosed NAV per share. Any repurchases pursuant to the authorized program will occur during the 12-month period commencing on April 1, 2022 and are expected to be made in accordance with a Rule 10b5-1 purchase plan that qualifies for the safe harbors provided by Rules 10b5-1 and 10b-18 under the Exchange Act, as well as subject to compliance with the Company’s covenant and regulatory requirements.
In connection with the Sierra Acquisition, on February 25, 2022, the Company entered into the New Barings BDC Advisory Agreement with the Adviser. Promptly following the closing of the Sierra Merger, the Company also entered into the Sierra Credit Support Agreement with Barings. See “Note 2 - Agreements and Related Party Transactions” for more information regarding the New Barings BDC Advisory Agreement and the Sierra Credit Support Agreement.
The Sierra Acquisition was accounted for in accordance with the asset acquisition method of accounting as detailed in ASC 805-50, Business Combinations-Related Issues. Under asset acquisition accounting, acquiring assets in groups not only requires ascertaining the cost of the asset (or net assets), but also allocating that cost to the individual assets (or individual assets and liabilities) that make up the group. Per ASC 805-50-30-1, the acquired assets (as a group) are recognized based on their cost to the acquiring entity, which generally includes transaction costs of the asset acquisition, and no gain or loss is recognized unless the fair value of noncash assets given as consideration differs from the assets carrying amounts on the acquiring entity’s records. ASC 805-50-30-2 goes on to say asset acquisitions in which the consideration given is cash are measured by the amount of cash paid. However, if the consideration given is not in the form of cash (that is, in the form of noncash assets, liabilities incurred, or equity interests issued), measurement is based on the cost to the acquiring entity or the fair value of the assets (or net assets) acquired, whichever is more clearly evident and, thus, more reliably measured.
The fair value of the merger consideration paid by the Company was allocated to the assets acquired and liabilities assumed based on their relative fair values as of the date of acquisition and did not give rise to goodwill. Since the fair value of the net assets acquired exceeded the fair value of the merger consideration paid by the Company, the Company recognized a deemed contribution from the Adviser.
The following table summarizes the allocation of the purchase price to the assets acquired and liabilities assumed as a result of the Sierra Acquisition:
($ in thousands)
Common stock issued by the Company$499,418 
Cash consideration paid by the Company(1)10,495 
Deemed contribution from Barings LLC27,904 
Total purchase price$537,817 
Assets acquired:
Investments(2)$442,198 
Cash102,006 
Other assets(3)3,519 
Total assets acquired$547,723 
Liabilities assumed(4)(9,906)
Net assets acquired$537,817 
(1)The Company incurred $10.4 million in professional fees and other costs related to the Sierra Acquisition, including $4.0 million in investment banking fees.
(2)Investments acquired were recorded at fair value, which is also the Company's initial cost basis
(3)Other assets acquired in the Sierra Acquisition consisted of the following:
($ in thousands)
Interest and fees receivable$2,874 
Escrow receivable645 
Total$3,519 
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(4)Liabilities assumed in the Sierra Acquisition consisted of the following:
($ in thousands)
Accrued merger expenses$3,327 
Current and deferred tax liability3,814 
Other liabilities2,765 
Total$9,906 
10. SUBSEQUENT EVENTS
Subsequent to March 31, 2022, the Company made approximately $174.4 million of new commitments, of which $141.0 million closed and funded. The $141.0 million of investments consists of $120.9 million of first lien senior secured debt investments, $16.2 million of second lien senior secured and subordinated debt investments and $3.8 million of equity investments. The weighted average yield of the debt investments was 7.1%. In addition, the Company funded $15.0 million of previously committed delayed draw term loans.
Effective on April 1, 2022, the Company increased aggregate commitments under the February 2019 Credit Facility to $1.1 billion from $965.0 million pursuant to the accordion feature under the February 2019 Credit Facility, which allows for an increase in the total commitments to an aggregate of $1.5 billion subject to certain conditions and the satisfaction of specified financial covenants.
On May 5, 2022, the Board declared a quarterly distribution of $0.24 per share payable on June 15, 2022 to holders of record as of June 8, 2022.

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Item 2.Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations.
The following discussion is designed to provide a better understanding of our unaudited consolidated financial statements for the three months ended March 31, 2022, including a brief discussion of our business, key factors that impacted our performance and a summary of our operating results. The following discussion should be read in conjunction with the Unaudited Consolidated Financial Statements and the notes thereto included in Item 1 of this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, and the Consolidated Financial Statements and notes thereto and Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations contained in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021. Historical results and percentage relationships among any amounts in the financial statements are not necessarily indicative of trends in operating results for any future periods.
Forward-Looking Statements
Some of the statements in this Quarterly Report constitute forward-looking statements because they relate to future events or our future performance or financial condition. Forward-looking statements may include, among other things, statements as to our future operating results, our business prospects and the prospects of our portfolio companies, the impact of the investments that we expect to make, the ability of our portfolio companies to achieve their objectives, our expected financings and investments, the adequacy of our cash resources and working capital, and the timing of cash flows, if any, from the operations of our portfolio companies. Words such as "expect," "anticipate," "target," "goals," "project," "intend," "plan," "believe," "seek," "estimate," "continue," "forecast," "may," "should," "potential," variations of such words, and similar expressions indicate a forward-looking statement, although not all forward-looking statements include these words. Readers are cautioned that the forward-looking statements contained in this Quarterly Report are only predictions, are not guarantees of future performance, and are subject to risks, events, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Our actual results could differ materially from those implied or expressed in the forward-looking statements for any reason, including the items discussed herein, in Item 1A entitled "Risk Factors" in Part I of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021 and in Item 1A entitled "Risk Factors" in Part II of our subsequently filed Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q. Other factors that could cause our actual results and financial condition to differ materially include, but are not limited to, changes in political, economic or industry conditions, the interest rate environment or conditions affecting the financial and capital markets, including with respect to changes from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic; the length and duration of the COVID-19 outbreak in the United States as well as worldwide and the magnitude of the economic impact of that outbreak; the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on our business prospects and the prospects of our portfolio companies, including our and their ability to achieve our respective objectives; the effect of the disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic on our ability to continue to effectively manage our business and on the availability of equity and debt capital and our use of borrowed money to finance a portion of our investments; risks associated with possible disruption due to terrorism in our operations or the economy generally; and future changes in laws or regulations and conditions in our operating areas. These statements are based on our current expectations, estimates, forecasts, information and projections about the industry in which we operate and the beliefs and assumptions of our management as of the date of filing of this Quarterly Report. We assume no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, unless we are required to do so by law. 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 in the future may file with the SEC, including annual reports on Form 10-K, quarterly reports on Form 10-Q and current reports on Form 8-K.
Overview of Our Business
We are a Maryland corporation incorporated on October 10, 2006. In August 2018, in connection with the closing of an externalization transaction through which Barings LLC (“Barings”) agreed to become our external investment adviser, we entered into an investment advisory agreement (the “Original Advisory Agreement”) and an administration agreement (the “Administration Agreement”) with Barings. In connection with the completion of our acquisition of MVC Capital, Inc., a Delaware corporation, on December 23, 2020 (the “MVC Acquisition”), we entered into an amended and restated investment advisory agreement (the “Amended and Restated Advisory Agreement”) with Barings on December 23, 2020, following approval of the Amended and Restated Advisory Agreement by our stockholders at our December 23, 2020 special meeting of stockholders. The terms of the Amended and Restated Advisory Agreement became effective on January 1, 2021. In connection with the completion of the Sierra Acquisition (as defined below), on February 25, 2022, we entered into a second amended and restated investment advisory agreement (the “New Barings BDC Advisory Agreement”) with the Adviser. Under the terms of the New Barings BDC Advisory Agreement and the Administration Agreement, Barings serves as our investment adviser and administrator and manages our investment portfolio and performs (or oversees, or arranges for, the performance of) the administrative services necessary for our operation.
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An externally-managed BDC generally does not have any employees, and its investment and management functions are provided by an outside investment adviser and administrator under an advisory agreement and administration agreement. Instead of directly compensating employees, we pay Barings for investment management and administrative services pursuant to the terms of an investment advisory agreement and an administration agreement. Under the terms of the New Barings BDC Advisory Agreement, the fees paid to Barings for managing our affairs are determined based upon an objective and fixed formula, as compared with the subjective and variable nature of the costs associated with employing management and employees in an internally-managed BDC structure, which include bonuses that cannot be directly tied to Company performance because of restrictions on incentive compensation under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the “1940 Act”).
Beginning in August 2018, Barings shifted our investment focus to invest in syndicated senior secured loans, bonds and other fixed income securities. Since that time, Barings has transitioned our portfolio to primarily senior secured private debt investments in well-established middle-market businesses that operate across a wide range of industries. Barings’ existing SEC co-investment exemptive relief under the 1940 Act (the “Exemptive Relief”) permits us and Barings’ affiliated private and SEC-registered funds to co-invest in Barings-originated loans, which allows Barings to efficiently implement its senior secured private debt investment strategy for us.
Barings employs fundamental credit analysis, and targets investments in businesses with relatively low levels of cyclicality and operating risk. The holding size of each position will generally be dependent upon a number of factors including total facility size, pricing and structure, and the number of other lenders in the facility. Barings has experience managing levered vehicles, both public and private, and will seek to enhance our returns through the use of leverage with a prudent approach that prioritizes capital preservation. Barings believes this strategy and approach offers attractive risk/return with lower volatility given the potential for fewer defaults and greater resilience through market cycles. A significant portion of our investments are expected to be rated below investment grade by rating agencies or, if unrated would be rated below investment grade if they were rated. Below investment grade securities, which are often referred to as “junk,” have predominantly speculative characteristics with respect to the issuer’s capacity to pay interest and repay principal.
We generate revenues in the form of interest income, primarily from our investments in debt securities, loan origination and other fees and dividend income. Fees generated in connection with our debt investments are recognized over the life of the loan using the effective interest method or, in some cases, recognized as earned. Our senior secured, middle-market, private debt investments generally have terms of between five and seven years. Our senior secured, middle-market, first lien private debt investments generally bear interest between LIBOR (or the applicable currency rate for investments in foreign currencies) plus 450 basis points and LIBOR plus 650 basis points per annum. Our subordinated middle-market, private debt investments generally bear interest between LIBOR (or the applicable currency rate for investments in foreign currencies) plus 700 basis points and LIBOR plus 900 basis points per annum if floating rate, and between 8% and 15% if fixed rate. From time to time, certain of our investments may have a form of interest, referred to as payment-in-kind, or PIK, interest, which is not paid currently but is instead accrued and added to the loan balance and paid at the end of the term.
As of March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, the weighted average yield on the principal amount of our outstanding debt investments other than non-accrual debt investments was approximately 7.3% and 7.2%, respectively. The weighted average yield on the principal amount of all of our outstanding debt investments (including non-accrual debt investments) was approximately 6.8% and 6.9% as of March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, respectively.
Sierra Income Corporation Acquisition
On February 25, 2022, we completed our acquisition of Sierra Income Corporation, a Maryland corporation (“Sierra”), pursuant to the terms and conditions of that certain Agreement and Plan of Merger (the “Sierra Merger Agreement”), dated as of September 21, 2021, with Sierra, Mercury Acquisition Sub, Inc., a Maryland corporation and our direct wholly owned subsidiary (“Sierra Acquisition Sub”), and Barings. To effect the acquisition, Sierra Acquisition Sub merged with and into Sierra, with Sierra surviving the merger as our wholly owned subsidiary (the “First Sierra Merger”). Immediately thereafter, Sierra merged with and into us, with Barings BDC, Inc. as the surviving company (the “Second Sierra Merger” and, together with the First Sierra Merger, the “Sierra Merger”).
Pursuant to the Sierra Merger Agreement, each share of Sierra common stock, par value $0.001 per share (the “Sierra Common Stock”), issued and outstanding immediately prior to the effective time of the First Sierra Merger (other than shares of Sierra Common Stock issued and outstanding immediately prior to the effective time of the First Sierra Merger that were held by a subsidiary of Sierra or held, directly or indirectly, by us or Sierra Acquisition Sub) was converted into the right to receive (i) an amount in cash from Barings, without interest, equal to $0.9783641, and (ii) 0.44973 shares of the our common stock, plus any cash in lieu of fractional shares. As a result of the Sierra Merger, former Sierra stockholders received approximately 46.0 million shares of our common stock for their shares of Sierra Common Stock.
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In connection with the Sierra Acquisition, on February 25, 2022, following the closing of the Sierra Merger, we entered into (1) the New Barings BDC Advisory Agreement, and (2) a credit support agreement (the “Sierra Credit Support Agreement”) with Barings, pursuant to which Barings has agreed to provide credit support to us in the amount of up to $100.0 million relating to the net cumulative realized and unrealized losses on the acquired Sierra investment portfolio over a 10-year period. See “Note 2. Agreements and Related Party Transactions” and “Note. 6 Derivative Instruments” in the Notes to our Consolidated Financial Statements included in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for more information.
In addition, in connection with the closing of the Sierra Merger, our board of directors (the “Board”) affirmed our commitment to purchase in open-market transactions, pursuant to Rule 10b-18 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), and subject to our compliance with our covenant and regulatory requirements, shares of our common stock in an aggregate amount of up to $30,000,000 at then-current market prices at any time the shares of our common stock trade below 90% of our then most recently disclosed net asset value per share during the 12-month period commencing on April 1, 2022.
COVID-19 Developments
The spread of the Coronavirus and the COVID-19 pandemic, and the related effect on the U.S. and global economies, has had adverse consequences for the business operations of some of our portfolio companies and has adversely affected, and threatens to continue to adversely affect, our operations and the operations of Barings, including with respect to us. Barings has taken proactive steps around COVID-19 to address the potential impacts on their people, clients, communities and everyone they come in contact with, directly or through their premises. Protecting their employees and supporting the communities in which they live and work is a priority. Barings has now adopted a hybrid working model globally while maintaining service levels to our partners and clients. Barings’ return-to-office taskforce continues to monitor the COVID-19 situation globally and is prepared to adapt office working patterns as required to ensure the safety of its employees and clients who visit Barings office locations. Barings’ cybersecurity policies are applied consistently when working remotely or in the office.
While we have been carefully monitoring the COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on our business and the business of our portfolio companies, we have continued to fund our existing debt commitments. In addition, we have continued to make and originate, and expect to continue to make and originate, new loans.
We cannot predict the full impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, including its duration in the United States and worldwide and the magnitude of the economic impact of the outbreak, including with respect to the travel restrictions, business closures and other quarantine measures imposed on service providers and other individuals by various local, state, and federal governmental authorities, as well as non-U.S. governmental authorities. We are unable to predict the extent and duration of any business and supply-chain disruptions, the extent to which COVID-19 will negatively affect our portfolio companies’ operating results or the impact that such disruptions may have on our results of operations and financial condition. Depending on the duration and extent of the disruption to the operations of our portfolio companies, certain portfolio companies could experience financial distress and possibly default on their financial obligations to us and their other capital providers. Some of our portfolio companies may significantly curtail business operations, furlough or lay off employees and terminate service providers, and defer capital expenditures if subjected to prolonged and severe financial distress, which would likely impair their business on a permanent basis. These developments would likely result in a decrease in the value of our investment in any such portfolio company.
We will continue to monitor the situation relating to the COVID-19 pandemic and guidance from U.S. and international authorities, including federal, state and local public health authorities and may take additional actions based on their recommendations. In these circumstances, there may be developments outside our control requiring us to adjust our plan of operation. As such, given the dynamic nature of this situation, we cannot reasonably estimate the impacts of COVID-19 on our financial condition, results of operations or cash flows in the future. However, to the extent our portfolio companies are adversely impacted by the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, it may have a material adverse impact on our future net investment income, the fair value of our portfolio investments, our financial condition and the results of operations and financial condition of our portfolio companies.
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Relationship with Our Adviser, Barings
Our investment adviser, Barings, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company, is a leading global asset management firm and is registered with the SEC as an investment adviser under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, as amended. Barings’ primary investment capabilities include fixed income, private credit, real estate, equity, and alternative investments. Subject to the overall supervision of the Board, Barings’ Global Private Finance Group (“BGPF”) manages our day-to-day operations, and provides investment advisory and management services to us. BGPF is part of Barings’ $290.9 billion Global Fixed Income Platform that invests in liquid, private and structured credit. BGPF manages private funds and separately managed accounts, along with multiple public vehicles.
Among other things, Barings (i) determines the composition of our portfolio, the nature and timing of the changes therein and the manner of implementing such changes; (ii) identifies, evaluates and negotiates the structure of the investments made by us; (iii) executes, closes, services and monitors the investments that we make; (iv) determines the securities and other assets that we will purchase, retain or sell; (v) performs due diligence on prospective portfolio companies and (vi) provides us with such other investment advisory, research and related services as we may, from time to time, reasonably require for the investment of our funds.
Under the terms of the Administration Agreement, Barings performs (or oversees, or arranges for, the performance of) the administrative services necessary for our operation, including, but not limited to, office facilities, equipment, clerical, bookkeeping and record keeping services at such office facilities and such other services as Barings, subject to review by the Board, will from time to time determine to be necessary or useful to perform its obligations under the Administration Agreement. Barings also, on our behalf and subject to the Board’s oversight, arranges for the services of, and oversees, custodians, depositories, transfer agents, dividend disbursing agents, other stockholder servicing agents, accountants, attorneys, underwriters, brokers and dealers, corporate fiduciaries, insurers, banks and such other persons in any such other capacity deemed to be necessary or desirable. Barings is responsible for the financial and other records that we are required to maintain and will prepare all reports and other materials required to be filed with the SEC or any other regulatory authority.
Stockholder Approval of Reduced Asset Coverage Ratio
On July 24, 2018, our stockholders voted at a special meeting of stockholders (the “2018 Special Meeting”) to approve a proposal to authorize us to be subject to a reduced asset coverage ratio of at least 150% under the 1940 Act. As a result of the stockholder approval at the 2018 Special Meeting, effective July 25, 2018, our applicable asset coverage ratio under the 1940 Act has been decreased to 150% from 200%. As a result, we are permitted under the 1940 Act to incur indebtedness at a level which is more consistent with a portfolio of senior secured debt. As of March 31, 2022, our asset coverage ratio was 188.9%.
Portfolio Investment Composition
The total value of our investment portfolio was $2,403.4 million as of March 31, 2022, as compared to $1,800.6 million as of December 31, 2021. As of March 31, 2022, we had investments in 287 portfolio companies with an aggregate cost of $2,391.6 million. As of December 31, 2021, we had investments in 212 portfolio companies with an aggregate cost of $1,787.8 million. As of both March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, none of our portfolio investments represented greater than 10% of the total fair value of our investment portfolio.
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As of March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, our investment portfolio consisted of the following investments:
($ in thousands)CostPercentage of
Total
Portfolio
Fair ValuePercentage of
Total
Portfolio
March 31, 2022:
Senior debt and 1st lien notes
$1,560,223 65 %$1,555,746 65 %
Subordinated debt and 2nd lien notes346,381 14 317,643 13 
Structured products84,056 82,014 
Equity shares170,691 219,466 
Equity warrants174 — 156 — 
Investment in joint ventures / PE fund230,076 10 228,400 10 
$2,391,601 100 %$2,403,425 100 %
December 31, 2021:
Senior debt and 1st lien notes
$1,217,899 68 %$1,221,598 68 %
Subordinated debt and 2nd lien notes253,551 14 240,037 13 
Structured products37,055 40,271 
Equity shares145,791 154,477 
Equity warrants1,111 — 1,107 — 
Investment in joint ventures / PE fund132,417 143,104 
$1,787,824 100 %$1,800,594 100 %
Investment Activity
During the three months ended March 31, 2022, we made 22 new investments totaling $229.3 million, purchased $442.2 million of investments as part of the Sierra Acquisition, made investments in existing portfolio companies totaling $89.3 million and made additional investments in joint venture equity portfolio companies totaling $11.7 million. We had four loans repaid totaling $12.4 million and received $7.5 million of portfolio company principal payments. In addition, we sold $19.2 million of loans, recognizing a net realized gain on these transactions of $0.8 million, and sold $132.3 million of middle-market portfolio company debt investments to one of our joint ventures and realized a loss on these transactions of $0.2 million. Lastly, we received proceeds related to the sale of equity investments totaling $1.6 million and recognized a net realized loss on such sales totaling $0.7 million.
During the three months ended March 31, 2021, we made 18 new investments totaling $172.2 million, made investments in existing portfolio companies totaling $73.2 million, made one new investment in a joint venture equity portfolio company totaling $4.5 million and made additional investments in existing joint venture equity portfolio companies totaling $25.0 million. We had six loans repaid at par totaling $26.2 million and received $6.0 million of portfolio company principal payments. In addition, we sold $57.1 million of loans, recognizing a net realized gain on these transactions of $2.4 million, and sold $94.7 million of middle-market portfolio company debt investments to one of our joint ventures and realized a gain on these transactions of $0.5 million. Lastly, we received proceeds related to the sale of an equity investment totaling $5.9 million and recognized a net realized loss on such sale totaling $0.1 million.
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Total portfolio investment activity for the three months ended March 31, 2022 and 2021 was as follows:
Three Months Ended
March 31, 2022:
($ in thousands)
Senior Debt
and 1st Lien
Notes
Subordinated Debt and 2nd Lien NotesStructured ProductsEquity
Shares
Equity WarrantsInvestments in Joint Ventures / PE FundTotal
Fair value, beginning of period$1,221,598 $240,037 $40,271 $154,477 $1,107 $143,104 $1,800,594 
New investments268,202 30,065 1,060 19,200 — 11,696 330,223 
Investments acquired in Sierra merger235,770 66,662 46,666 7,065 72 85,963 442,198 
Proceeds from sales of investments(151,575)— — (1,388)(249)— (153,212)
Loan origination fees received(5,350)36 — — — — (5,314)
Principal repayments received(8,114)(11,020)(730)— — — (19,864)
Payment-in-kind interest1,050 6,984 — — — 8,034
Accretion of loan premium/discount301 33 — — — 339 
Accretion of deferred loan origination revenue1,461 62 — — — — 1,523 
Realized gain (loss)579824(760)(149)
Unrealized appreciation (depreciation)(8,176)(15,224)(5,258)40,088(14)(12,363)(947)
Fair value, end of period$1,555,746 $317,643 $82,014 $219,466 $156 $228,400 $2,403,425 

Three Months Ended
March 31, 2021:
($ in thousands)
Senior Debt
and 1st Lien
Notes
Subordinated Debt and 2nd Lien NotesStructured ProductsEquity
Shares
Equity WarrantsInvestments in Joint Ventures / PE FundShort-term
Investments
Total
Fair value, beginning of period$1,171,250 $138,767 $32,509 $44,651 $1,300 $41,760 $65,558 $1,495,795 
New investments227,057 14,479 — 3,873 — 29,500 198,550 473,459 
Proceeds from sales of investments(144,893)— (6,823)(5,972)— — (190,542)(348,230)
Loan origination fees received(4,176)(402)— — — — — (4,578)
Principal repayments received(21,392)(10,120)(753)— — — — (32,265)
Payment-in-kind interest829 7,007 — — — — — 7,836
Accretion of loan premium/discount645 1,319 16 — — — — 1,980 
Accretion of deferred loan origination revenue1,270 211 — — — — — 1,481 
Realized gain (loss)2,2073652(51)32,814 
Unrealized appreciation (depreciation)5,381(666)553(2,883)1341,316(3)3,832 
Fair value, end of period$1,238,178 $150,598 $26,154 $39,618 $1,434 $72,576 $73,566 $1,602,124 
Non-Accrual Assets
Generally, when interest and/or principal payments on a loan become past due, or if we otherwise do not expect the borrower to be able to service its debt and other obligations, we will place the loan on non-accrual status and will generally cease recognizing interest income on that loan for financial reporting purposes until all principal and interest have been brought current through payment or due to a restructuring such that the interest income is deemed to be collectible. As of March 31, 2022, we had seven portfolio companies with investments on non-accrual, the fair value of which was $42.9 million, which comprised 1.8% of the total fair value of our portfolio, and the cost of which was $71.3 million, which comprised 3.0% of the total cost of our portfolio. As of December 31, 2021, we had two portfolio companies with investments on non-accrual, the fair value of which was $36.0 million, which comprised 2.0% of the total fair value of our portfolio, and the cost of which was $50.9 million, which comprised 2.9% of the total cost of our portfolio.
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A summary of our non-accrual assets as of March 31, 2022 is provided below:
1888 Industrial Services, LLC
In connection with the Sierra Acquisition, we purchased our debt and equity investments in 1888 Industrial Services, LLC, or 1888. The 1888 first lien senior secured term loan is on non-accrual status and as a result, under U.S. GAAP, we will not recognize interest income on our first lien senior secured term loan in 1888 for financial reporting purposes. As of March 31, 2022, the cost and fair of our first lien senior secured term loan in 1888 was $0.4 million and $0.2 million, respectively.
Black Angus Steakhouse, LLC
In connection with the Sierra Acquisition, we purchased our debt and equity investments in Black Angus Steakhouse, LLC, or Black Angus. The Black Angus PIK term loan is on non-accrual status and as a result, under U.S. GAAP, we will not recognize interest income on our PIK term loan in Black Angus for financial reporting purposes. As of March 31, 2022, both the cost and fair value of our PIK term loan in Black Angus was $9.6 million.
Charming Charlie LLC
In connection with the Sierra Acquisition, we purchased our debt and equity investments in Charming Charlie, LLC, or Charming Charlie. Charming Charlie is on non-accrual status and as a result, under U.S. GAAP, we will not recognize interest income on our debt investments in Charming Charlie for financial reporting purposes. As of March 31, 2022, both the cost and fair value of our debt investments in Charming Charlie was zero.
Custom Alloy Corporation
In connection with the MVC Acquisition, we purchased our debt investment in Custom Alloy Corporation, or Custom Alloy. During the quarter ended December 31, 2021, we placed our debt investment in Custom Alloy on non-accrual status. As a result, under U.S. GAAP, we will not recognize interest income on our debt investment in Custom Alloy for financial reporting purposes. As of March 31, 2022, the cost of our debt investment in Custom Alloy was $46.4 million and the fair value of such investment was $28.6 million.
Holland Acquisition Corp.
In connection with the Sierra Acquisition, we purchased our debt investment in Holland Acquisition Corp., or Holland. Holland is on non-accrual status and as a result, under U.S. GAAP, we will not recognize interest income on our debt investments in Holland for financial reporting purposes. As of March 31, 2022, both the cost and fair value of our debt investments in Holland was zero.
Legal Solutions Holdings
In connection with the MVC Acquisition, we purchased our debt investment in Legal Solutions Holdings, or Legal Solutions. During the quarter ended September 30, 2021, we placed our debt investment in Legal Solutions on non-accrual status. As a result, under U.S. GAAP, we will not recognize interest income on our debt investment in Legal Solutions for financial reporting purposes. As of March 31, 2022, the cost of our debt investment in Legal Solutions was $10.1 million and the fair value of such investment was zero.
Path Medical LLC
In connection with the Sierra Acquisition, we purchased our debt and equity investments in Path Medical LLC, or Path Medical. Path Medical is on non-accrual status and as a result, under U.S. GAAP, we will not recognize interest income on our debt investments in Path Medical for financial reporting purposes. As of March 31, 2022, both the cost and fair value of our debt investments in Path Medical was $4.6 million.

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Results of Operations
Comparison of the three months ended March 31, 2022 and March 31, 2021
Operating results for the three months ended March 31, 2022 and 2021 were as follows:
Three Months
Ended
Three Months
Ended
(in thousands)March 31,
2022
March 31,
2021
Total investment income$43,757 $30,593 
Total operating expenses24,742 16,237 
Net investment income before taxes19,015 14,356 
Income taxes, including excise tax provision(18)
Net investment income after taxes19,009 14,374 
Net realized gains (losses)(1,442)1,839 
Net unrealized appreciation3,465 6,275 
Net increase in net assets resulting from operations$21,032 $22,488 
Net increases or decreases in net assets resulting from operations can vary substantially from period to period due to various factors, including recognition of realized gains and losses and unrealized appreciation and depreciation. As a result, quarterly comparisons of net changes in net assets resulting from operations may not be meaningful.
Investment Income
Three Months
Ended
Three Months
Ended
($ in thousands)March 31,
2022
March 31,
2021
Investment income:
Total interest income$32,069 $25,214 
Total dividend income7,693 72 
Total fee and other income1,197 2,133 
Total payment-in-kind interest income2,798 3,173 
Interest income from cash— 
Total investment income$43,757 $30,593 
The change in total investment income for the three months ended March 31, 2022, as compared to the three months ended March 31, 2021, was primarily due to an increase in the average size of our portfolio and increased dividends from portfolio companies and joint venture investments. The increase in the average size of our portfolio was largely due to the increased middle-market investment opportunities and the investments acquired as part of the Sierra Acquisition; however, as the Sierra Acquisition did not close until late in the first quarter of 2022, we did not receive a full quarter of investment income from the acquired Sierra portfolio. This increase was partial offset by a decrease in payment-in-kind (“PIK”) interest income and a decrease in acceleration of unamortized OID and unamortized loan origination fee income associated with repayments of loans. For the three months ended March 31, 2022, dividends from portfolio companies and joint venture investments were $7.7 million, as compared to $0.1 million for the three months ended March 31, 2021. The amount of our outstanding debt investments was $2,134.2 million as of March 31, 2022, as compared to $1,451.9 million as of March 31, 2021. This increase is in part due to the acquisition of investment assets in the Sierra Acquisition. The weighted average yield on the principal amount of our outstanding debt investments other than non-accrual debt investments was 7.3% as of March 31, 2022, as compared to 7.2% as of March 31, 2021. For the three months ended March 31, 2022, PIK interest income was $2.8 million, as compared to $3.2 million for the three months ended March 31, 2021. For the three months ended March 31, 2022, acceleration of unamortized OID income and unamortized loan origination fees totaled $0.2 million, as compared to $0.4 million for the three months ended March 31, 2021.
Operating Expenses
Three Months
Ended
Three Months
Ended
($ in thousands)March 31,
2022
March 31,
2021
Operating expenses:
Interest and other financing fees$11,661 $7,285 
Base management fees5,872 3,929 
Incentive management fees4,754 2,722 
General and administrative expenses2,455 2,301 
Total operating expenses$24,742 $16,237 
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Interest and Other Financing Fees
Interest and other financing fees during the three months ended March 31, 2022 were attributable to borrowings under the February 2019 Credit Facility, the August 2025 Notes, the November Notes, the February Notes and the November 2026 Notes (each as defined below under “Liquidity and Capital Resources”). Interest and other financing fees during the three months ended March 31, 2021 were attributable to borrowings under the February 2019 Credit Facility, the August 2025 Notes, the November Notes and the February Notes. The increase in interest and other financing fees for the three months ended March 31, 2022 as compared to the three months ended March 31, 2021, was primarily attributable to the issuance of the February Notes and the November 2026 Notes and increased borrowings under the February 2019 Credit Facility.
Base Management Fees
Under the terms of the New Barings BDC Advisory Agreement, we pay Barings a base management fee (the “Base Management Fee”), quarterly in arrears on a calendar quarter basis. The Base Management Fee is calculated based on the average value of our gross assets, excluding cash and cash equivalents, at the end of the two most recently completed calendar quarters prior to the quarter for which such fees are being calculated. Base Management Fees for any partial month or quarter are appropriately pro-rated. See Note 2 to our Unaudited Consolidated Financial Statements for additional information regarding the terms of the New Barings BDC Advisory Agreement (and, from January 1, 2021 to February 25, 2022, the terms of the Amended and Restated Advisory Agreement) and the fee arrangements thereunder. For the three months ended March 31, 2022, the amount of Base Management Fee incurred was approximately $5.9 million. For the three months ended March 31, 2021, the amount of Base Management Fee incurred was approximately $3.9 million. The increase in the Base Management Fee for the three months ended March 31, 2022 versus the corresponding 2021 period is primarily related to the average value of gross assets increasing from $1,257.4 million as of the end of the two most recently completed calendar quarters prior to March 31, 2021 to $1,879.0 million as of the end of the two most recently completed calendar quarters prior to March 31, 2022. For both the three months ended March 31, 2022 and 2021, the Base Management Fee rate was 1.250%.
Incentive Fee
Under the New Barings BDC Advisory Agreement (and, from January 1, 2021 to February 25, 2022, pursuant to the terms of the Amended and Restated Advisory Agreement), we pay Barings an incentive fee. A portion of the incentive fee is based on our income and a portion is based on our capital gains. The income-based fee will be determined and paid quarterly in arrears based on the amount by which (x) the aggregate pre-incentive fee net investment income in respect of the current calendar quarter and the eleven preceding calendar quarters beginning with the calendar quarter that commences on or after January 1, 2021, as the case may be (or the appropriate portion thereof in the case of any of our first eleven calendar quarters that commences on or after January 1, 2021) exceeds (y) the hurdle amount as calculated for the same period. See Note 2 to our Unaudited Consolidated Financial Statements for additional information regarding the terms of the New Barings BDC Advisory Agreement and the fee arrangements thereunder. For the three months ended March 31, 2022, the amount of income-based fee incurred was $4.8 million, as compared to $2.7 million for the three months ended March 31, 2021.
General and Administrative Expenses
We entered into the Administration Agreement with Barings in August 2018. Under the terms of the Administration Agreement, Barings performs (or oversees, or arranges for, the performance of) the administrative services necessary for our operations. We will reimburse Barings for the costs and expenses incurred by it in performing its obligations and providing personnel and facilities under the Administration Agreement in an amount to be negotiated and mutually agreed to by us and Barings quarterly in arrears; provided that the agreed-upon quarterly expense amount will not exceed the amount of expenses that would otherwise be reimbursable by us under the Administration Agreement for the applicable quarterly period, and Barings will not be entitled to the recoupment of any amounts in excess of the agreed-upon quarterly expense amount. See Note 2 to our Unaudited Consolidated Financial Statements for additional information regarding the Administration Agreement. For the three months ended March 31, 2022, the amount of administration expense incurred and invoiced by Barings for expenses was approximately $1.0 million. For the three months ended March 31, 2021, the amount of administration expense incurred and invoiced by Barings for expenses was approximately $0.5 million. In addition to expenses incurred under the Administration Agreement, general and administrative expenses include Board fees, D&O insurance costs, as well as legal, valuation and accounting expenses.
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Net Realized Gains (Losses)
Net realized gains (losses) during the three months ended March 31, 2022 and 2021 were as follows:
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Three Months
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($ in thousands)March 31,
2022
March 31,
2021
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Non-Control / Non-Affiliate investments$(250)$2,891 
Affiliate investments101 (77)
Net realized gains (losses) on investments(149)2,814 
Foreign currency transactions(1,293)(975)
Net realized gains (losses)$(1,442)$1,839 
During the three months ended March 31, 2022, we recognized net realized losses totaling $1.4 million, which consisted primarily of a net loss on foreign currency transactions of $1.3 million. During the three months ended March 31, 2021, we recognized net realized gains totaling $1.8 million, which consisted primarily of a net gain on our loan portfolio of $2.8 million partially offset by a net loss on foreign currency transactions of $1.0 million.
Net Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation)
Net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) during the three months ended March 31, 2022 and 2021 was as follows:
Three Months
Ended
Three Months
Ended
($ in thousands)March 31,
2022
March 31,
2021
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Non-Control / Non-Affiliate investments$(28,587)$5,357 
Affiliate investments12,996 2,445 
Control investments14,644 (3,969)
Net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on investments(947)3,833 
Credit support agreements(400)(1,600)
Foreign currency transactions4,812 4,042 
Net unrealized appreciation$3,465 $6,275 
During the three months ended March 31, 2022, we recorded net unrealized appreciation totaling $3.5 million, consisting of net unrealized appreciation on our current portfolio of $0.1 million and net unrealized appreciation related to foreign currency transactions of $4.8 million, net of unrealized depreciation of $0.4 million on the MVC credit support agreement with Barings and net unrealized depreciation reclassification adjustments of $1.0 million related to the net realized gains on the sales / repayments of certain investments. The net unrealized appreciation on our current portfolio of $0.1 million was driven primarily by credit or fundamental performance of investments of $27.8 million, partially offset by the impact of foreign currency exchange rates on investments of $4.7 million and broad market moves for investments of $23.1 million.
During the three months ended March 31, 2021, we recorded net unrealized appreciation totaling $6.3 million, consisting of net unrealized appreciation on our current portfolio of $6.4 million and net unrealized appreciation related to foreign currency transactions of $4.0 million, net of unrealized depreciation of $1.6 million on the MVC credit support agreement with Barings and net of unrealized depreciation reclassification adjustments of $2.6 million related to the net realized gains on the sales / repayments of certain investments. The net unrealized appreciation on our current portfolio of $6.4 million was driven primarily by broad market moves for investments of $13.8 million, partially offset by depreciation from the credit or fundamental performance of investments of $3.0 million and the impact of foreign currency exchange rates on investments of $4.4 million.
Liquidity and Capital Resources
We believe that our current cash and foreign currencies on hand, our available borrowing capacity under the February 2019 Credit Facility and our anticipated cash flows from operations will be adequate to meet our cash needs for our daily operations for at least the next twelve months. This “Liquidity and Capital Resources” section should be read in conjunction with “COVID-19 Developments” above, as well as with the notes to our Unaudited Consolidated Financial Statements.
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Cash Flows
For the three months ended March 31, 2022, we experienced a net increase in cash in the amount of $70.2 million. During that period, our operating activities used $18.8 million in cash, consisting primarily of purchases of portfolio investments of $335.5 million, partially offset by net cash acquired from the acquisition of Sierra of $101.9 million and proceeds from sales or repayments of portfolio investments totaling $210.5 million. In addition, our financing activities provided net cash of $89.0 million, consisting of net borrowings under the February 2019 Credit Facility (as defined below under “Financing Transactions”) of $107.7 million, partially offset by dividends paid in the amount of $15.0 million and share repurchases of $2.1 million. As of March 31, 2022, we had $154.4 million of cash and foreign currencies on hand.
For the three months ended March 31, 2021, we experienced a net decrease in cash in the amount of $52.0 million. During that period, our operating activities used $85.1 million in cash, consisting primarily of purchases of portfolio investments of $276.5 million and purchases of short-term investments of $198.6 million, partially offset by proceeds from sales of portfolio investments totaling $188.2 million and sales of short-term investments of $190.5 million. In addition, our financing activities provided $33.1 million of cash, consisting of net proceeds of $149.8 million from the issuance of the February Notes, partially offset by net repayments under the February 2019 Credit Facility of $104.3 million and dividends paid in the amount of $12.4 million. As of March 31, 2021, we had $40.5 million of cash and foreign currencies on hand.
Financing Transactions
February 2019 Credit Facility
On February 21, 2019, we entered into a senior secured credit facility with ING Capital LLC (“ING”), as administrative agent, and the lenders party thereto (as amended, restated and otherwise modified from time to time, the “February 2019 Credit Facility”). The initial commitments under the February 2019 Credit Facility total $800.0 million. Effective on November 4, 2021, we increased aggregate commitments under the February 2019 Credit Facility to $875.0 million from $800.0 million pursuant to the accordion feature under the February 2019 Credit Facility, which allows for an increase in the total commitments to an aggregate of $1.2 billion subject to certain conditions and the satisfaction of specified financial covenants. Effective on February 25, 2022, we increased aggregate commitments under the February 2019 Credit Facility to $965.0 million from $875.0 million pursuant to the accordion feature under the February 2019 Credit Facility, and the allowance for an increase in the total commitments increased to $1.5 billion from $1.2 billion subject to certain conditions and the satisfaction of specified financial covenants. We can borrow foreign currencies directly under the February 2019 Credit Facility. The February 2019 Credit Facility, which is structured as a revolving credit facility, is secured primarily by a material portion of our assets and guaranteed by certain of our subsidiaries. Following the termination on June 30, 2020 of Barings BDC Senior Funding I, LLC’s (“BSF”) credit facility entered into in August 2018 with Bank of America, N.A. (the “August 2018 Credit Facility”), BSF became a subsidiary guarantor and its assets secure the February 2019 Credit Facility. The revolving period of the February 2019 Credit Facility ends on February 21, 2024, followed by a one-year repayment period with a maturity date of February 21, 2025.
Borrowings denominated in U.S. Dollars under the February 2019 Credit Facility bear interest, subject to our election, on a per annum basis equal to (i) the alternate base rate plus 1.25% (or 1.00% for so long as we maintain an investment grade credit rating) or (ii) the term Secured Overnight Financing Rate (“SOFR”) plus 2.25% (or 2.00% for so long as we maintain an investment grade credit rating) plus a credit spread adjustment of 0.10% for borrowings with an interest period of one month, 0.15% for borrowings with an interest period of three months or 0.25% for borrowings with an interest period of six months. The alternate base rate is equal to the greatest of (i) the prime rate, (ii) the federal funds rate plus 0.5%, (iii) the Overnight Bank Funding Rate plus 0.5%, (iv) one-month term SOFR plus 1.0% plus a credit spread adjustment of 0.10% and (v) 1.0%. For borrowings denominated in certain foreign currencies other than Australian dollars, the applicable currency rate for the foreign currency as defined in the credit agreement plus 2.00% (or 2.25% if we no longer maintain an investment grade credit rating) or for borrowings denominated in Australian dollars, the applicable Australian dollars Screen Rate, plus 2.20% (or 2.45% if we no longer maintain an investment grade credit rating).
In addition, we pay a commitment fee of (i) 0.5% per annum on undrawn amounts if the unused portion of the February 2019 Credit Facility is greater than two-thirds of total commitments or (ii) 0.375% per annum on undrawn amounts if the unused portion of the February 2019 Credit Facility is equal to or less than two-thirds of total commitments. In connection with entering into the February 2019 Credit Facility, we incurred financing fees of approximately $6.4 million, which will be amortized over the life of the February 2019 Credit Facility.
As of March 31, 2022, we were in compliance with all covenants under the February 2019 Credit Facility and had U.S. dollar borrowings of $472.0 million outstanding under the February 2019 Credit Facility with an interest rate of 2.318% (one month SOFR of 0.218%), borrowings denominated in Swedish kronas of 12.8kr million ($1.4 million U.S. dollars) with an interest rate of 2.000% (one month STIBOR of 0.000%), borrowings denominated in British pounds sterling of £77.6 million
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($102.1 million U.S. dollars) with an interest rate of 2.477% (one month SONIA of 0.477%), borrowings denominated in Australian dollars of A$36.6 million ($27.5 million U.S. dollars) with an interest rate of 2.250% (one month AUD Screen Rate of 0.250%) and borrowings denominated in Euros of €138.6 million ($154.2 million U.S. dollars) with an interest rate of 2.000% (one month EURIBOR of 0.000%). The borrowings denominated in foreign currencies were translated into U.S. dollars based on the spot rate at the relevant balance sheet date. The impact resulting from changes in foreign exchange rates on the February 2019 Credit Facility borrowings is included in "Net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) - foreign currency transactions" in our Unaudited Consolidated Statements of Operations.
The fair values of the borrowings outstanding under the February 2019 Credit Facility are based on a market yield approach and current interest rates, which are Level 3 inputs to the market yield model. As of March 31, 2022, the total fair value of the borrowings outstanding under the February 2019 Credit Facility was $757.2 million. See Note 5 to our Unaudited Consolidated Financial Statements for additional information regarding the February 2019 Credit Facility.
August 2025 Notes
On August 3, 2020, we entered into a Note Purchase Agreement (the “August 2020 NPA”) with Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company governing the issuance of (1) $50.0 million in aggregate principal amount of Series A senior unsecured notes due August 2025 (the “Series A Notes due 2025”) with a fixed interest rate of 4.66% per year, and (2) up to $50.0 million in aggregate principal amount of additional senior unsecured notes due August 2025 with a fixed interest rate per year to be determined (the “Additional Notes” and, collectively with the Series A Notes due 2025, the “August 2025 Notes”), in each case, to qualified institutional investors in a private placement. An aggregate principal amount of $25.0 million of the Series A Notes due 2025 was issued on September 24, 2020 and an aggregate principal amount of $25.0 million of the Series A Notes due 2025 was issued on September 29, 2020, both of which will mature on August 4, 2025 unless redeemed, purchased or prepaid prior to such date by us in accordance with their terms. Interest on the August 2025 Notes is due semiannually in March and September, beginning in March 2021. In addition, we are obligated to offer to repay the August 2025 Notes at par (plus accrued and unpaid interest to, but not including, the date of prepayment) if certain change in control events occur. Subject to the terms of the August 2020 NPA, we may redeem the August 2025 Notes in whole or in part at any time or from time to time at our option at par plus accrued interest to the prepayment date and, if redeemed on or before November 3, 2024, a make-whole premium. The August 2025 Notes are guaranteed by certain of our subsidiaries, and are our general unsecured obligations that rank pari passu with all outstanding and future unsecured unsubordinated indebtedness issued by us.
On November 4, 2020, we amended the August 2020 NPA to reduce the aggregate principal amount of unissued Additional Notes from $50.0 million to $25.0 million.
The August 2020 NPA contains certain representations and warranties, and various covenants and reporting requirements customary for senior unsecured notes issued in a private placement, including, without limitation, affirmative and negative covenants such as information reporting, maintenance of our status as a BDC within the meaning of the 1940 Act, certain restrictions with respect to transactions with affiliates, fundamental changes, changes of line of business, permitted liens, investments and restricted payments, minimum shareholders’ equity, maximum net debt to equity ratio and minimum asset coverage ratio. The August 2020 NPA also contains customary events of default with customary cure and notice periods, including, without limitation, nonpayment, incorrect representation in any material respect, breach of covenant, cross-default under our other indebtedness or that of our subsidiary guarantors, certain judgements and orders, and certain events of bankruptcy. Upon the occurrence of an event of default, the holders of at least 66-2/3% in principal amount of the August 2025 Notes at the time outstanding may declare all August 2025 Notes then outstanding to be immediately due and payable. As of March 31, 2022, we were in compliance with all covenants under the August 2020 NPA.
The August 2025 Notes were offered in reliance on Section 4(a)(2) of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”). The August 2025 Notes have not and will not be registered under the Securities Act or any state securities laws and, unless so registered, may not be offered or sold in the United States except pursuant to an exemption from, or in a transaction not subject to, the registration requirements of the Securities Act, as applicable.
As of March 31, 2022, the fair value of the outstanding August 2025 Notes was $49.7 million. The fair value determination of the August 2025 Notes was based on a market yield approach and current interest rates, which are Level 3 inputs to the market yield model.
November Notes
On November 4, 2020, we entered into a Note Purchase Agreement (the “November 2020 NPA”) governing the issuance of (1) $62.5 million in aggregate principal amount of Series B senior unsecured notes due November 2025 (the “Series B Notes”) with a fixed interest rate of 4.25% per year and (2) $112.5 million in aggregate principal amount of Series C senior
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unsecured notes due November 2027 (the “Series C Notes,” and, collectively with the Series B Notes, the “November Notes”) with a fixed interest rate of 4.75% per year, in each case, to qualified institutional investors in a private placement. Each stated interest rate is subject to a step up of (x) 0.75% per year, to the extent the applicable November Notes do not satisfy certain investment grade conditions and/or (y) 1.50% per year, to the extent the ratio of our secured debt to total assets exceeds specified thresholds, measured as of each fiscal quarter end. The November Notes were delivered and paid for on November 5, 2020.
The Series B Notes will mature on November 4, 2025, and the Series C Notes will mature on November 4, 2027 unless redeemed, purchased or prepaid prior to such date by us in accordance with their terms. Interest on the November Notes is due semiannually in May and November, beginning in May 2021. In addition, we are obligated to offer to repay the November Notes at par (plus accrued and unpaid interest to, but not including, the date of prepayment) if certain change in control events occur. Subject to the terms of the November 2020 NPA, we may redeem the Series B Notes and the Series C Notes in whole or in part at any time or from time to time at our option at par plus accrued interest to the prepayment date and, if redeemed on or before May 4, 2025, with respect to the Series B Notes, or on or before May 4, 2027, with respect to the Series C Notes, a make-whole premium. The November Notes are guaranteed by certain of our subsidiaries, and are our general unsecured obligations that rank pari passu with all outstanding and future unsecured unsubordinated indebtedness issued by us.
The November 2020 NPA contains certain representations and warranties, and various covenants and reporting requirements customary for senior unsecured notes issued in a private placement, including, without limitation, affirmative and negative covenants such as information reporting, maintenance of our status as a BDC within the meaning of the 1940 Act, certain restrictions with respect to transactions with affiliates, fundamental changes, changes of line of business, permitted liens, investments and restricted payments, minimum shareholders’ equity, maximum net debt to equity ratio and minimum asset coverage ratio. The November 2020 NPA also contains customary events of default with customary cure and notice periods, including, without limitation, nonpayment, incorrect representation in any material respect, breach of covenant, cross-default
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under our other indebtedness or that of our subsidiary guarantors, certain judgements and orders, and certain events of bankruptcy. Upon the occurrence of an event of default, the holders of at least 66-2/3% in principal amount of the November Notes at the time outstanding may declare all November Notes then outstanding to be immediately due and payable. As of September 30, 2021,March 31, 2022, we were in compliance with all covenants under the November 2020 NPA.
The November Notes were offered in reliance on Section 4(a)(2) of the Securities Act. The November Notes have not and will not be registered under the Securities Act or any state securities laws and, unless so registered, may not be offered or sold in the United States except pursuant to an exemption from, or in a transaction not subject to, the registration requirements of the Securities Act, as applicable.
As of September 30, 2021,March 31, 2022, the fair value of the outstanding Series B Notes and the Series C Notes was $62.5$61.1 million and $112.5$109.0 million, respectively. The fair value determinations of the Series B Notes and Series C Notes were based on a market yield approach and current interest rates, which are Level 3 inputs to the market yield model.
February Notes
On February 25, 2021, we entered into a Note Purchase Agreement (the “February 2021 NPA”) governing the issuance of (1) $80.0 million in aggregate principal amount of Series D senior unsecured notes due February 26, 2026 (the “Series D Notes”) with a fixed interest rate of 3.41% per year and (2) $70.0 million in aggregate principal amount of Series E senior unsecured notes due February 26, 2028 (the “Series E Notes” and, collectively with the Series D Notes, the “February Notes”) with a fixed interest rate of 4.06% per year, in each case, to qualified institutional investors in a private placement. Each stated interest rate is subject to a step up of (x) 0.75% per year, to the extent the applicable February Notes do not satisfy certain investment grade rating conditions and/or (y) 1.50% per year, to the extent the ratio of our secured debt to total assets exceeds specified thresholds, measured as of each fiscal quarter end. The February Notes were delivered and paid for on February 26, 2021.
The Series D Notes will mature on February 26, 2026, and the Series E Notes will mature on February 26, 2028 unless redeemed, purchased or prepaid prior to such date by us in accordance with the terms of the February 2021 NPA. Interest on the February Notes is due semiannually in February and August of each year, beginning in August 2021. In addition, we are obligated to offer to repay the February Notes at par (plus accrued and unpaid interest to, but not including, the date of prepayment) if certain change in control events occur. Subject to the terms of the February 2021 NPA, we may redeem the Series D Notes and the Series E Notes in whole or in part at any time or from time to time at our option at par plus accrued interest to the prepayment date and, if redeemed on or before August 26, 2025, with respect to the Series D Notes, or on or before August 26, 2027, with respect to the Series E Notes, a make-whole premium. The February Notes are guaranteed by certain of our subsidiaries, and are our general unsecured obligations that rank pari passu with all outstanding and future unsecured unsubordinated indebtedness issued by us.
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The February 2021 NPA contains certain representations and warranties, and various covenants and reporting requirements customary for senior unsecured notes issued in a private placement, including, without limitation, information reporting, maintenance of our status as a BDC within the meaning of the 1940 Act, and certain restrictions with respect to transactions with affiliates, fundamental changes, changes of line of business, permitted liens, investments and restricted payments. In addition, the February 2021 NPA contains the following financial covenants: (a) maintaining a minimum obligors’ net worth, measured as of each fiscal quarter end; (b) not permitting our asset coverage ratio, as of the date of the incurrence of any debt for borrowed money or the making of any cash dividend to shareholders, to be less than the statutory minimum then applicable to us under the 1940 Act; and (c) not permitting our net debt to equity ratio to exceed 2.0x, measured as of each fiscal quarter end.
The February 2021 NPA also contains customary events of default with customary cure and notice periods, including, without limitation, nonpayment, incorrect representation in any material respect, breach of covenant, cross-default under other indebtedness or that of our subsidiary guarantors, certain judgements and orders, and certain events of bankruptcy. Upon the occurrence of certain events of default, the holders of at least 66-2/3% in principal amount of the February Notes at the time outstanding may declare all February Notes then outstanding to be immediately due and payable. As of September 30, 2021,March 31, 2022, we were in compliance with all covenants under the February 2021 NPA.
The February Notes were offered in reliance on Section 4(a)(2) of the Securities Act. The February Notes have not and will not be registered under the Securities Act or any state securities laws and, unless so registered, may not be offered or sold in the United States except pursuant to an exemption from, or in a transaction not subject to, the registration requirements of the Securities Act, as applicable.
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As of September 30, 2021,March 31, 2022, the fair value of the outstanding Series D Notes and the Series E Notes was $80.0$75.5 million and $70.0$65.2 million, respectively. The fair value determinations of the Series D Notes and Series E Notes were based on a market yield approach and current interest rates, which are Level 3 inputs to the market yield model.
Share RepurchasesNovember 2026 Notes
On February 27, 2020,November 23, 2021, we entered into an Indenture (the “Base Indenture”) and a Supplemental Indenture (the “First Supplemental Indenture” and, together with the Board approved an open-market share repurchase program forBase Indenture, the 2020 fiscal“Indenture”) with U.S. Bank National Association (the “Trustee”). The First Supplemental Indenture relates to our issuance of $350.0 million aggregate principal amount of its 3.300% notes due 2026 (the “November 2026 Notes”).
The November 2026 Notes will mature on November 23, 2026 and may be redeemed in whole or in part at our option at any time or from time to time at the redemption prices set forth in the Indenture. The November 2026 Notes bear interest at a rate of 3.300% per year (the “2020 Share Repurchase Program”). Underpayable semi-annually on May 23 and November 23 of each year, commencing on May 23, 2022. The November 2026 Notes are our general unsecured obligations that rank senior in right of payment to all of our existing and future indebtedness that is expressly subordinated in right of payment to the 2020 Share Repurchase Program,November 2026 Notes, rank pari passu with all existing and future unsecured unsubordinated indebtedness issued by us, rank effectively junior to any of our secured indebtedness (including unsecured indebtedness that we were authorized during fiscal year 2020later secure) to repurchase up to a maximum of 5.0%the extent of the amountvalue of shares outstandingthe assets securing such indebtedness, and rank structurally junior to all existing and future indebtedness (including trade payables) incurred by our subsidiaries, financing vehicles or similar facilities.
The Indenture contains certain covenants, including covenants requiring us to comply with the asset coverage requirements of Section 18(a)(1)(A) as modified by Section 61(a)(1) and (2) of February 27, 2020 if shares traded below NAV per share,the 1940 Act, whether or not it is subject to liquiditythose requirements, and regulatory constraints.
Purchases underto provide financial information to the 2020 Share Repurchase Program were made in open-market transactionsholders of the November 2026 Notes and included transactions being executed by a broker selected by us that had been delegated the authorityTrustee if we are no longer subject to repurchase shares on our behalf in the open market in accordance with applicable rulesreporting requirements under the Exchange Act, including Rules 10b5-1Act. These covenants are subject to important limitations and 10b-18 thereunder, and pursuant to, and under the terms and limitations of, the 2020 Share Repurchase Program. During the nine months ended September 30, 2020, we repurchased a total of 989,050 shares of our common stockexceptions that are described in the open market under the 2020 Share Repurchase Program at an average price of $7.21 per share including broker commissions.Indenture.
In addition, on the occurrence of a “change of control repurchase event,” as defined in the Indenture, we will generally be required to make an offer to purchase the outstanding November 2026 Notes at a price equal to 100% of the principal amount of such November 2026 Notes plus accrued and unpaid interest to the repurchase date.
The November 2026 Notes were offered to persons reasonably believed to be qualified institutional buyers pursuant to Rule 144A under the Securities Act and to certain non-U.S. persons outside the United States pursuant to Regulation S under the Securities Act. The November 2026 Notes have not been registered under the Securities Act or any state securities laws and may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration or an applicable exemption from such registration requirements.
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As of March 31, 2022, the fair value of the outstanding November 2026 Notes was $320.9 million. The fair value determinations of the November 2026 Notes were based on a market yield approach and current interest rates, which are Level 3 inputs to the market yield model.
Share Repurchases
In connection with the closing of the MVC Acquisition on December 23, 2020, we committed to make open-market purchases of shares of our common stock in an aggregate amount of up to $15.0 million at then-current market prices at any time shares trade below 90% of our then most recently disclosed NAV per share. Any repurchases pursuant to the authorized program will occur during the 12-month period that commenced upon the filing of our quarterly report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2021, which occurred on May 6, 2021, and will be made in accordance with applicable legal, contractual and regulatory requirements. During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2021,March 31, 2022, we did not repurchase anyrepurchased a total of 207,677 shares of our common stock in the open market under the authorized program.program at an average price of $10.14 per share, including broker commissions.
In connection with the completion of the acquisition of Sierra, we committed to make open-market purchases of shares of our common stock in an aggregate amount of up to $30.0 million at then-current market prices at any time shares trade below 90% of our then most recently disclosed NAV per share. Any repurchases pursuant to the authorized program will occur during the 12-month period commencing on April 1, 2022 and are expected to be made in accordance with a Rule 10b5-1 purchase plan that qualifies for the safe harbors provided by Rules 10b5-1 and 10b-18 under the Exchange Act, as well as subject to compliance with our covenant and regulatory requirements.
Distributions to Stockholders
We intend to pay quarterly distributions to our stockholders out of assets legally available for distribution. We have adopted a dividend reinvestment plan (“DRIP”) that provides for reinvestment of dividends on behalf of our stockholders, unless a stockholder elects to receive cash. As a result, when we declare a dividend, stockholders who have not opted out of the DRIP will have their dividends automatically reinvested in shares of our common stock, rather than receiving cash dividends.
We have elected to be treated as a RIC under the Code, and intend to make the required distributions to our stockholders as specified therein. In order to maintain our tax treatment as a RIC and to obtain RIC tax benefits, we must meet certain minimum distribution, source-of-income and asset diversification requirements. If such requirements are met, then we are generally required to pay income taxes only on the portion of our taxable income and gains we do not distribute (actually or constructively) and certain built-in gains. We have historically met our minimum distribution requirements and continually monitor our distribution requirements with the goal of ensuring compliance with the Code. We can offer no assurance that we will achieve results that will permit the payment of any level of cash distributions and our ability to make distributions will be limited by the asset coverage requirement and related provisions under the 1940 Act and contained in any applicable indenture or financing agreement and related supplements. In addition, in order to satisfy the annual distribution requirement applicable to RICs, we may declare a significant portion of our dividends in shares of our common stock instead of in cash. As long as a portion of such dividend is paid in cash (which portion may be as low as 20% of such dividend (and 10% of the dividend declared through June 30, 2022) under published guidance from the Internal Revenue Service) and certain requirements are met, the entire distribution will be treated as a dividend for U.S. federal income tax purposes. As a result, a stockholder generally would be subject to tax on 100% of the fair market value of the dividend on the date the dividend is received by the stockholder in the same manner as a cash dividend, even though most of the dividend was paid in shares of our common stock.
The minimum distribution requirements applicable to RICs require us to distribute to our stockholders each year at least 90% of our investment company taxable income, or ICTI, as defined by the Code. Depending on the level of ICTI and net capital gain, if any, earned in a tax year, we may choose to carry forward ICTI in excess of current year distributions into the next tax year and pay a 4% U.S. federal excise tax on such excess. Any such carryover ICTI must be distributed before the end of the next tax year through a dividend declared prior to filing the final tax return related to the year which generated such ICTI.
ICTI generally differs from net investment income for financial reporting purposes due to temporary and permanent differences in the recognition of income and expenses. We may be required to recognize ICTI in certain circumstances in which we do not receive cash. For example, if we hold debt obligations that are treated under applicable tax rules as having original issue discount (such as debt instruments issued with warrants), we must include in ICTI each year a portion of the original issue discount that accrues over the life of the obligation, regardless of whether cash representing such income is received by us in the same taxable year. We may also have to include in ICTI other amounts that we have not yet received in cash, such as (i) PIK
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interest income and (ii) interest income from investments that have been classified as non-accrual for financial reporting purposes. Interest income on non-accrual investments is not recognized for financial reporting purposes, but generally is recognized in ICTI. Because any original issue discount or other amounts accrued will be included in our ICTI for the year of
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accrual, we may be required to make a distribution to our stockholders in order to satisfy the minimum distribution requirements, even though we will not have received and may not ever receive any corresponding cash amount. ICTI also excludes net unrealized appreciation or depreciation, as investment gains or losses are not included in taxable income until they are realized.
Recent Developments
Subsequent to September 30, 2021,March 31, 2022, we made approximately $238.5made approximately $174.4 million of new commitments, of which $164.4$141.0 million closed and funded. The $164.4$141.0 million of investments consistconsists of $124.9$120.9 million of first lien senior secured debt investments, $14.5$16.2 million of second lien senior secured and subordinated debt investments and $25.0$3.8 million of equity investments. The weighted average yield of the debt investments was 6.7%7.1%. In addition, wethe Company funded $3.8$15.0 million of previously committed delayed draw term loans.loans.
Effective on November 4, 2021,April 1, 2022, we increased our aggregate commitments under the February 2019 Credit Facility to $875.0 million$1.1 billion from $800.0$965.0 million pursuant to the accordion feature under the February 2019 Credit Facility, which allows for an increase in the total commitments to an aggregate of $1.2$1.5 billion subject to certain conditions and the satisfaction of specified financial covenants.
On November 9, 2021,May 5, 2022, the Board declared a quarterly distribution of $0.22$0.24 per share payable on December 1, 2021June 15, 2022 to holders of record as of November 24, 2021.June 8, 2022.
Critical Accounting Policies and Use of Estimates
The preparation of our unaudited financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP requires management to make certain estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses for the periods covered by such financial statements. We have identified investment valuation and revenue recognition as our most critical accounting estimates. On an ongoing basis, we evaluate our estimates, including those related to the matters described below. These estimates are based on the information that is currently available to us and on various other assumptions that we believe to be reasonable under the circumstances. Actual results could differ materially from those estimates under different assumptions or conditions. A discussion of our critical accounting policies follows.
Investment Valuation
The most significant estimate inherent in the preparation of our financial statements is the valuation of investments and the related amounts of unrealized appreciation and depreciation of investments recorded. We have a valuation policy, as well as established and documented processes and methodologies for determining the fair values of portfolio company investments on a recurring (at least quarterly) basis in accordance with the 1940 Act and FASB ASC Topic 820, Fair Value Measurements and Disclosures, or ASC Topic 820. Our current valuation policy and processes were established by Barings and have been approved by the Board.
As of March 31, 2022, our investment portfolio, valued at fair value in accordance with the Board-approved valuation policies, represented approximately 182% of our total net assets, as compared to approximately 243% of our total net assets as of December 31, 2021.
Under ASC Topic 820, fair value is the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between a willing buyer and a willing seller at the measurement date. For our portfolio securities, fair value is generally the amount that we might reasonably expect to receive upon the current sale of the security. The fair value measurement assumes that the sale occurs in the principal market for the security, or in the absence of a principal market, in the most advantageous market for the security. If no market for the security exists or if we do not have access to the principal market, the security should be valued based on the sale occurring in a hypothetical market.
Under ASC Topic 820, there are three levels of valuation inputs, as follows:
Level 1 Inputs – include quoted prices (unadjusted) in active markets for identical assets or liabilities.
Level 2 Inputs – include quoted prices for similar assets and liabilities in active markets, and inputs that are observable for the asset or liability, either directly or indirectly, for substantially the full term of the financial instrument.
Level 3 Inputs – include inputs that are unobservable and significant to the fair value measurement.
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A financial instrument is categorized within the ASC Topic 820 valuation hierarchy based upon the lowest level of input to the valuation process that is significant to the fair value measurement. For example, a Level 3 fair value measurement may
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include inputs that are observable (Levels 1 and 2) and unobservable (Level 3). Therefore, unrealized appreciation and depreciation related to such investments categorized as Level 3 investments within the tables in the notes to our consolidated financial statements may include changes in fair value that are attributable to both observable inputs (Levels 1 and 2) and unobservable inputs (Level 3).
Our investment portfolio includes certain debt and equity instruments of privately held companies for which quoted prices or other observable inputs falling within the categories of Level 1 and Level 2 are generally not available. In such cases, we determine the fair value of our investments in good faith primarily using Level 3 inputs. In certain cases, quoted prices or other observable inputs exist, and if so, we assess the appropriateness of the use of these third-party quotes in determining fair value based on (i) our understanding of the level of actual transactions used by the broker to develop the quote and whether the quote was an indicative price or binding offer and (ii) the depth and consistency of broker quotes and the correlation of changes in broker quotes with underlying performance of the portfolio company.
There is no single standard for determining fair value in good faith, as fair value depends upon the specific circumstances of each individual investment. The recorded fair values of our Level 3 investments may differ significantly from fair values that would have been used had an active market for the securities existed. In addition, 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 these investments to be different than the valuations currently assigned.
Investment Valuation Process
Barings has established a pricing committee that is, subject to the oversight of the Board, responsible for the approval, implementation and oversight of the processes and methodologies that relate to the pricing and valuation of assets we hold. Barings uses independent third-party providers to price the portfolio, but in the event an acceptable price cannot be obtained from an approved external source, Barings will utilize alternative methods in accordance with internal pricing procedures established by Barings' pricing committee.
At least annually, Barings conducts reviews of the primary pricing vendors to validate that the inputs used in the vendors’ pricing process are deemed to be market observable. While Barings is not provided access to proprietary models of the vendors, the reviews have included on-site walkthroughs of the pricing process, methodologies and control procedures for each asset class and level for which prices are provided. The review also includes an examination of the underlying inputs and assumptions for a sample of individual securities across asset classes, credit rating levels and various durations, a process Barings continues to perform annually. In addition, the pricing vendors have an established challenge process in place for all security valuations, which facilitates identification and resolution of prices that fall outside expected ranges. Barings believes that the prices received from the pricing vendors are representative of prices that would be received to sell the assets at the measurement date (i.e., exit prices).
Our money market fund investments are generally valued using Level 1 inputs and our equity investments listed on an exchange or on the NASDAQ National Market System are valued using Level 1 inputs, using the last quoted sale price of that day. Our syndicated senior secured loans and structured product investments are generally valued using Level 2 inputs, which are generally valued at the bid quotation obtained from dealers in loans by an independent pricing service. Our middle-market, private debt and equity investments are generally valued using Level 3 inputs.
Independent Valuation
The fair value of loans and equity investments that are not syndicated or for which market quotations are not readily available, including middle-market loans, are generally submitted to independent providers to perform an independent valuation on those loans and equity investments as of the end of each quarter. Such loans and equity investments are initially held at cost, as that is a reasonable approximation of fair value on the acquisition date, and monitored for material changes that could affect the valuation (for example, changes in interest rates or the credit quality of the borrower). At the quarter end following the initial acquisition, such loans and equity investments are generally sent to a valuation provider which will determine the fair value of each investment. The independent valuation providers apply various methods (synthetic rating analysis, discounting cash flows, and re-underwriting analysis) to establish the rate of return a market participant would require (the “discount rate”) as of the valuation date, given market conditions, prevailing lending standards and the perceived credit quality of the issuer. Future expected cash flows for each investment are discounted back to present value using these discount rates in the discounted cash flow analysis. A range of values will be provided by the valuation provider and Barings will determine the point within that range that it will use in making valuation recommendations to the Board, and will report to the Board on its rationale for each such determination. Barings uses its internal valuation model as a comparison point to validate the price range
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provided by the valuation provider and, where applicable, in determining the point within that range that it will use in making valuation recommendations to the Board. If Barings’ pricing committee disagrees with the price range provided, it may make a
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fair value recommendation to the Board that is outside of the range provided by the independent valuation provider, and will notify the Board of any such override and the reasons therefore. In certain instances, we may determine that it is not cost-effective, and as a result is not in the stockholders' best interests, to request an independent valuation firm to perform an independent valuation on certain investments. Such instances include, but are not limited to, situations where the fair value of the investment in the portfolio company is determined to be insignificant relative to the total investment portfolio. Pursuant to these procedures, the Board determines in good faith whether our investments were valued at fair value in accordance with our valuation policies and procedures and the 1940 Act based on, among other things, the input of Barings, our Audit Committee and the independent valuation firm.
The SEC has adopted new Rule 2a-5 under the 1940 Act. This rule establishes requirements for determining fair value in good faith for purposes of the 1940 Act. We will comply with the new rule’s valuation requirements on or before the SEC’s September 8, 2022 compliance date in 2022.date.
Valuation Techniques
Our valuation techniques are based upon both observable and unobservable pricing inputs. Observable inputs reflect market data obtained from independent sources, while unobservable inputs reflect our market assumptions. Our assessment of the significance of a particular input to the fair value measurement in its entirety requires judgment and considers factors specific to the financial instrument. An independent pricing service provider is the preferred source of pricing a loan, however, to the extent the independent pricing service provider price is unavailable or not relevant and reliable, we will utilize alternative approaches such as broker quotes or manual prices. We attempt to maximize the use of observable inputs and minimize the use of unobservable inputs. The availability of observable inputs can vary from investment to investment and is affected by a wide variety of factors, including the type of security, whether the security is new and not yet established in the marketplace, the liquidity of markets and other characteristics particular to the security.
Valuation of InvestmentInvestments in Jocassee, Thompson Rivers, Waccamaw River, Sierra JV and MVC Private Equity Fund LP
WeAs Jocassee, Thompson Rivers, Waccamaw River, Sierra JV and MVC Private Equity Fund LP are investment companies with no readily determinable fair values, we estimate the fair value of our investments in Jocassee, Thompson Rivers, Waccamaw River and MVC Private Equity Fund LPthese entities using the NAVnet asset value of each company and our ownership percentage.percentage as a practical expedient. The NAVnet asset value is determined in accordance with the specialized accounting guidance for investment companies.
Revenue Recognition
Interest and Dividend Income
Interest income, including amortization of premium and accretion of discount, is recorded on the accrual basis to the extent that such amounts are expected to be collected. Generally, when interest and/or principal payments on a loan become past due, or if we otherwise do not expect the borrower to be able to service its debt and other obligations, we will place the loan on non-accrual status and will generally cease recognizing interest income on that loan for financial reporting purposes until all principal and interest have been brought current through payment or due to a restructuring such that the interest income is deemed to be collectible. The cessation of recognition of such interest will negatively impact the reported fair value of the investment. We write off any previously accrued and uncollected interest when it is determined that interest is no longer considered collectible. Dividend income is recorded on the ex-dividend date.
We may have to include interest income in our ICTI, including original issue discount income, from investments that have been classified as non-accrual for financial reporting purposes. Interest income on non-accrual investments is not recognized for financial reporting purposes, but generally is recognized in ICTI. As a result, we may be required to make a distribution to our stockholders in order to satisfy the minimum distribution requirements to maintain our RIC tax treatment, even though we will not have received and may not ever receive any corresponding cash amount. Additionally, any loss recognized by us for U.S. federal income tax purposes on previously accrued interest income will be treated as a capital loss.
Fee Income
Origination, facility, commitment, consent and other advance fees received in connection with the origination of a loan, or Loan Origination Fees, are recorded as deferred income and recognized as investment income over the term of the loan. Upon prepayment of a loan, any unamortized Loan Origination Fees are recorded as investment income. In the general course of our business, we receive certain fees from portfolio companies, which are non-recurring in nature. Such fees include loan prepayment penalties, advisory, loan amendment and other fees, and are recorded as investment income when earned.
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Fee income for the three and nine months ended September 30,March 31, 2022 and 2021 and 2020 was as follows:
Three Months
Ended
Three Months
Ended
Nine Months EndedNine Months Ended
Three Months
Ended
Three Months
Ended
September 30, 2021September 30, 2020September 30, 2021September 30, 2020
($ in thousands)($ in thousands)March 31, 2022March 31, 2021
Recurring Fee Income:Recurring Fee Income:Recurring Fee Income:
Amortization of loan origination feesAmortization of loan origination fees$1,144,236 $503,114 $3,386,163 $1,396,253 Amortization of loan origination fees$1,327 $1,078 
Management, valuation and other feesManagement, valuation and other fees541,824 174,416 1,671,049 504,171 Management, valuation and other fees(585)581 
Total Recurring Fee IncomeTotal Recurring Fee Income1,686,060 677,530 5,057,212 1,900,424 Total Recurring Fee Income742 1,659 
Non-Recurring Fee Income:Non-Recurring Fee Income:Non-Recurring Fee Income:
Prepayment feesPrepayment fees242,418 — 291,934 84,151 Prepayment fees— 50 
Acceleration of unamortized loan origination feesAcceleration of unamortized loan origination fees1,929,663 31,549 3,200,680 280,123 Acceleration of unamortized loan origination fees196 403 
Advisory, loan amendment and other feesAdvisory, loan amendment and other fees630,205 60,047 640,150 115,854 Advisory, loan amendment and other fees259 21 
Total Non-Recurring Fee IncomeTotal Non-Recurring Fee Income2,802,286 91,596 4,132,764 480,128 Total Non-Recurring Fee Income455 474 
Total Fee IncomeTotal Fee Income$4,488,346 $769,126 $9,189,976 $2,380,552 Total Fee Income$1,197 $2,133 
Payment-in-Kind (PIK) Interest Income
We currently hold, and expect to hold in the future, some loans in our portfolio that contain PIK interest provisions. PIK interest, computed at the contractual rate specified in each loan agreement, is periodically added to the principal balance of the loan, rather than being paid to us in cash, and is recorded as interest income. Thus, the actual collection of PIK interest may be deferred until the time of debt principal repayment.
PIK interest, which is a non-cash source of income at the time of recognition, is included in our taxable income and therefore affects the amount we are required to distribute to our stockholders to maintain our tax treatment as a RIC for U.S. federal income tax purposes, even though we have not yet collected the cash. Generally, when current cash interest and/or principal payments on a loan become past due, or if we otherwise do not expect the borrower to be able to service its debt and other obligations, we will place the loan on non-accrual status and will generally cease recognizing PIK interest income on that loan for financial reporting purposes until all principal and interest have been brought current through payment or due to a restructuring such that the interest income is deemed to be collectible. We write off any previously accrued and uncollected PIK interest when it is determined that the PIK interest is no longer collectible.
We may have to include in our ICTI, PIK interest income from investments that have been classified as non-accrual for financial reporting purposes. Interest income on non-accrual investments is not recognized for financial reporting purposes, but generally is recognized in ICTI. As a result, we may be required to make a distribution to our stockholders in order to satisfy the minimum distribution requirements, even though we will not have received and may not ever receive any corresponding cash amount.

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Off-Balance Sheet ArrangementsUnused Commitments
In the normal course of business, we are party to financial instruments with off-balance sheet risk, consisting primarily of unused commitments to extend financing to our portfolio companies. Since commitments may expire without being drawn upon, the total commitment amount does not necessarily represent future cash requirements. As of September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2020,2021, we believed that we had adequate financial resources to satisfy our unfunded commitments. The balances of unused commitments to extend financing as of September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 and December 31, 20202021 were as follows:
Portfolio CompanyInvestment TypeSeptember 30, 2021December 31, 2020
Acclime Holdings HK Limited(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan$3,750,000 $— 
ADE Holding(1)(3)Committed Capex Line— 91,814 
Air Comm Corporation, LLC(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan405,027 — 
Anju Software, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan— 1,981,371 
Arch Global Precision, LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan— 4,193,475 
Beacon Pointe Advisors, LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan— 363,636 
BigHand UK Bidco Limited(1)(4)Acquisition Capex Facility376,644 — 
Bounteous, Inc.(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan613,636 — 
British Engineering Services Holdco Limited(1)(4)Acquisition Facility— 7,006,008 
British Engineering Services Holdco Limited(1)(4)Bridge Revolver609,766 618,177 
Canadian Orthodontic Partners Corp(1)(2)(6)Delayed Draw Term Loan166,198 — 
Centralis Finco S.a.r.l.(1)(3)Acquisition Facility469,765 495,950 
Classic Collision (Summit Buyer, LLC)(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan486,189 1,672,446 
CM Acquisitions Holdings Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,247,359 1,551,602 
Contabo Finco S.À R.L(1)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan216,163 228,211 
Coyo Uprising GmbH(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan910,613 — 
CSL Dualcom(1)(4)Delayed Draw Term Loan993,478 1,007,182 
Dart Buyer, Inc.(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan2,430,569 2,430,569 
DreamStart Bidco SAS(1)(3)Acquisition Facility943,074 995,640 
Dune Group(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,390,740 — 
Dwyer Instruments, Inc.(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,217,712 — 
Eclipse Business Capital, LLC(1)Revolver13,636,364 — 
EPS NASS Parent, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan583,051 — 
F24 (Stairway BidCo GmbH)(1)(3)Acquisition Facility412,879 323,840 
Fineline Technologies, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan180,000 — 
FitzMark Buyer, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan— 1,470,588 
Foundation Risk Partners, Corp.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan3,444,445 4,984,771 
FragilePak LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan2,354,167 — 
Heartland, LLC(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan— 5,347,666 
Heilbron (f/k/a Sucsez (Bolt Bidco B.V.))(1)(2)(3)Accordion Facility— 10,225,081 
Home Care Assistance, LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan173,697 — 
IGL Holdings III Corp.(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan3,408,219 5,914,219 
Innovad Group II BV(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,859,447 — 
INOS 19-090 GmbH(1)(2)(3)Acquisition Facility2,583,951 2,727,980 
Jocassee Partners LLCJoint Venture20,000,000 30,000,000 
Kano Laboratories LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan4,543,950 4,543,950 
Kene Acquisition, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan— 322,928 
LAF International(1)(2)(3)Acquisition Facility347,685 — 
LivTech Purchaser, Inc.(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan81,977 — 
MC Group Ventures Corporation(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan817,249 — 
Portfolio Company
($ in thousands)
Investment TypeMarch 31, 2022December 31, 2021
1888 Industrial Services, LLC(1)(2)Revolver$314 $— 
Acclime Holdings HK Limited(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,179 1,179 
Acclime Holdings HK Limited(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan110 110 
Air Comm Corporation, LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan11 11 
Air Comm Corporation, LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,448 1,448 
Amtech Software(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,527 2,727 
Amtech Software(1)Revolver682 682 
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Portfolio CompanyInvestment TypeSeptember 30, 2021December 31, 2020
Modern Star Holdings Bidco Pty Limited(1)(2)(5)Capex Term Loan2,168,002 2,315,967 
Murphy Midco Limited(1)(4)Delayed Draw Term Loan3,256,552 3,301,472 
Navia Benefit Solutions, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,600,000 — 
OG III B.V.(1)(2)(3)Acquisition Capex Facility905,556 — 
Options Technology Ltd.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan— 2,604,080 
Pacific Health Supplies Bidco Pty Limited(1)(2)(5)CapEx Term Loan1,274,275 1,535,025 
PDQ.Com Corporation(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan289,389 — 
Premier Technical Services Group(1)(4)Acquisition Facility— 1,197,505 
Premium Invest(1)(2)(3)Acquisition Facility3,340,094 — 
Protego Bidco B.V.(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan860,413 — 
PSC UK Pty Ltd.(1)(4)Acquisition Facility527,876 535,157 
QPE7 SPV1 BidCo Pty Ltd(1)(5)Acquisition Capex Facility732,210 — 
Questel Unite(1)(2)(3)Cap Acquisition Facility— 10,300,913 
Radwell International, LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan— 3,235,947 
Rep Seko Merger Sub LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,454,545 1,454,546 
Reward Gateway (UK) Ltd(1)(2)(4)Acquisition Facility2,247,224 — 
Safety Products Holdings, LLC(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan— 6,467,345 
Security Holdings B.V.(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan2,317,900 — 
Security Holdings B.V.(1)(2)(3)Revolver1,158,950 — 
Smile Brands Group, Inc.(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan654,691 2,148,691 
Springbrook Software (SBRK Intermediate, Inc.)(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan2,372,538 3,489,026 
SSCP Pegasus Midco Limited(1)(4)Delayed Draw Term Loan13,207,365 13,389,546 
The Hilb Group, LLC(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan4,070,833 5,545,939 
Transit Technologies LLC(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,857,017 6,035,305 
USLS Acquisition, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan— 450,466 
Utac Ceram(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan— 743,327 
Waccamaw River(2)Joint Venture15,680,000 — 
W2O Holdings, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan3,831,517 5,989,298 
Total unused commitments to extend financing$134,460,961 $159,236,659 
Portfolio Company
($ in thousands)
Investment TypeMarch 31, 2022December 31, 2021
AnalytiChem Holding GmbH(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan6,073 6,207 
Aquavista Watersides 2 LTD(1)(2)(4)Bridge Revolver489 503 
Aquavista Watersides 2 LTD(1)(2)(4)Acquisition Facility3,059 3,147 
Astra Bidco Limited(1)(2)(4)Delayed Draw Term Loan959 2,571 
Avance Clinical Bidco Pty Ltd(1)(5)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,435 3,497 
Azalea Buyer, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan962 962 
Azalea Buyer, Inc.(1)Revolver481 481 
Bariacum S.A(1)(2)(3)Acquisition Facility2,114 2,161 
Beyond Risk Management, Inc.(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan2,573 2,573 
BigHand UK Bidco Limited(1)(2)(4)Acquisition Facility— 378 
Black Angus Steakhouses, LLC(1)Acquisition Facility417 — 
Bounteous, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan2,840 2,840 
Brightpay Limited(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan241 432 
Brightpay Limited(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan141 144 
BrightSign LLC(1)Revolver1,329 1,329 
British Engineering Services Holdco Limited(1)(2)(4)Bridge Revolver— 613 
Brook & Whittle Holding Corp.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan852 — 
CAi Software, LLC(1)Revolver943 943 
Canadian Orthodontic Partners Corp.(1)(2)(6)Acquisition Facility120 167 
Centralis Finco S.a.r.l.(1)(3)Acquisition Facility451 461 
Ceres Pharma NV(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan2,103 2,149 
CGI Parent, LLC(1)(2)Revolver1,212 — 
Classic Collision (Summit Buyer, LLC)(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan309 393 
Coastal Marina Holdings, LLC(1)(2)PIK Tranche B Term Loan1,311 1,311 
Coastal Marina Holdings, LLC(1)(2)Tranche A Term Loan3,576 3,576 
Command Alkon (Project Potter Buyer, LLC)(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan6,018 6,018 
Coyo Uprising GmbH(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan874 894 
Crash Champions, LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan379 5,420 
CSL Dualcom(1)(4)Acquisition Term Loan970 998 
Dart Buyer, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,163 2,431 
DecksDirect, LLC(1)Revolver58 218 
DreamStart Bidco SAS(1)(3)Acquisition Facility604 617 
Dune Group(1)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan650 665 
Dwyer Instruments, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan692 692 
Eclipse Business Capital, LLC(1)Revolver10,909 11,818 
EMI Porta Holdco LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan11,212 12,458 
EMI Porta Holdco LLC(1)Revolver2,361 2,966 
EPS NASS Parent, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan583 583 
eShipping, LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,650 2,548 
eShipping, LLC(1)Revolver824 1,232 
Events Software BidCo Pty Ltd(1)(5)Delayed Draw Term Loan481 — 
F24 (Stairway BidCo GmbH)(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan396 405 
Fineline Technologies, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan180 180 
Finexvet(1)(3)Acquisition Facility967 — 
FragilePak LLC(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan2,354 2,354 
Heartland Veterinary Partners, LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan657 657 
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Investment TypeMarch 31, 2022December 31, 2021
Heavy Construction Systems Specialists, LLC(1)Revolver2,632 2,632 
HW Holdco, LLC (Hanley Wood LLC)(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan913 1,563 
IGL Holdings III Corp.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,217 1,217 
Innovad Group II BV(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,785 1,825 
INOS 19-090 GmbH(1)(2)(3)Acquisition Facility2,481 2,535 
ITI Intermodal, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan103 103 
ITI Intermodal, Inc.(1)Revolver124 124 
Jaguar Merger Sub Inc.(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,781 1,961 
Jaguar Merger Sub Inc.(1)(2)Revolver490 490 
Jocassee Partners LLCJoint Venture15,000 20,000 
Jon Bidco Limited(1)(2)(7)Capex & Acquisition Facility1,585 — 
Jones Fish Hatcheries & Distributors LLC(1)Revolver418 — 
Kano Laboratories LLC(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan153 153 
Kano Laboratories LLC(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan2,830 4,544 
Kemmerer Operations LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan908 — 
LAF International(1)(2)(3)Acquisition Facility178 341 
Lambir Bidco Limited(1)(2)(3)Bridge Revolver920 941 
Lambir Bidco Limited(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,841 1,881 
LeadsOnline, LLC(1)Revolver2,603 — 
Lifestyle Intermediate II, LLC(1)Revolver2,500 — 
LivTech Purchaser, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan34 82 
Marmoutier Holding B.V.(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan396 405 
Marmoutier Holding B.V.(1)(2)(3)Revolver159 162 
Marshall Excelsior Co.(1)(2)Revolver1,047 — 
MC Group Ventures Corporation(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan817 817 
Modern Star Holdings Bidco Pty Limited(1)(5)Capex Term Loan1,072 1,038 
Murphy Midco Limited(1)(4)Delayed Draw Term Loan648 2,617 
Narda Acquisitionco., Inc.(1)Revolver1,311 1,311 
Navia Benefit Solutions, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,261 1,261 
Nexus Underwriting Management Limited(1)(2)(4)Revolver101 103 
Nexus Underwriting Management Limited(1)(2)(4)Acquisition Facility526 541 
Novotech Aus Bidco Pty Ltd(1)Capex & Acquisition Facility809 — 
OA Buyer, Inc.(1)Revolver1,331 1,331 
OAC Holdings I Corp(1)Revolver685 — 
OG III B.V.(1)(2)(3)Acquisition CapEx Facility671 686 
Omni Intermediate Holdings, LLC(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan— 817 
Omni Intermediate Holdings, LLC(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan2,289 4,357 
OSP Hamilton Purchaser, LLC(1)Revolver187 187 
Pacific Health Supplies Bidco Pty Limited(1)(2)(5)CapEx Term Loan1,325 1,283 
PDQ.Com Corporation(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan— 289 
PDQ.Com Corporation(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan7,753 10,948 
Polara Enterprises, L.L.C.(1)(2)Revolver545 545 
Policy Services Company, LLC(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan3,772 6,944 
Premium Invest(1)(2)(3)Acquisition Facility1,892 1,933 
ProfitOptics, LLC(1)Revolver484 — 
Protego Bidco B.V.(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan826 844 
QPE7 SPV1 BidCo Pty Ltd(1)(2)(5)Acquisition Term Loan— 373 
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Investment TypeMarch 31, 2022December 31, 2021
RA Outdoors, LLC(1)Revolver741 — 
Rep Seko Merger Sub LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,305 1,455 
Reward Gateway (UK) Ltd(1)(2)(4)Acquisition Facility657 1,061 
Riedel Beheer B.V.(1)(2)(3)Revolver— 230 
Riedel Beheer B.V.(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan150 153 
Scaled Agile, Inc.(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan416 416 
Scaled Agile, Inc.(1)(2)Revolver336 336 
Security Holdings B.V.(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan2,225 2,274 
Security Holdings B.V.(1)(2)(3)Revolver1,113 1,137 
Smartling, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,978 2,353 
Smartling, Inc.(1)Revolver1,176 1,176 
Smile Brands Group, Inc.(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan418 655 
Springbrook Software (SBRK Intermediate, Inc.)(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan2,372 2,373 
SSCP Pegasus Midco Limited(1)(4)Delayed Draw Term Loan5,105 5,251 
Superjet Buyer, LLC(1)Revolver1,825 1,825 
Syntax Systems Ltd(1)(2)Revolver448 569 
Syntax Systems Ltd(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,933 1,933 
Tank Holding Corp(1)Revolver873 — 
Techone B.V.(1)(2)(3)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,586 1,621 
Techone B.V.(1)(2)(3)Revolver423 432 
Tencarva Machinery Company, LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan886 886 
Tencarva Machinery Company, LLC(1)Revolver1,128 1,129 
The Caprock Group, Inc. (aka TA/TCG Holdings, LLC)(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan2,811 2,811 
The Caprock Group, Inc. (aka TA/TCG Holdings, LLC)(1)Revolver827 827 
The Hilb Group, LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan2,529 2,773 
Thermacell Repellents, Inc.(1)Revolver605 — 
Transit Technologies LLC(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan— 1,857 
Truck-Lite Co., LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan4,540 4,540 
Turbo Buyer, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,339 2,070 
Turbo Buyer, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan2,250 — 
USLS Acquisition, Inc.(f/k/a US Legal Support, Inc.)(1)(2)Delayed Draw Term Loan3,820 — 
Victoria Bidco Limited(1)(2)(4)Delayed Draw Term Loan458 — 
Waccamaw River, LLC(2)Joint Venture4,580 11,280 
W2O Holdings, Inc.(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan3,831 3,832 
West Dermatology, LLC(1)Revolver552 — 
West Dermatology, LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan3,352 — 
West Dermatology, LLC(1)PIK Delayed Draw Term Loan144 — 
Woodland Foods, Inc.(1)Revolver1,734 2,070 
ZB Holdco LLC(1)Revolver845 — 
ZB Holdco LLC(1)Delayed Draw Term Loan1,352 — 
Zeppelin Bidco Limited(1)(2)(4)Capex / Acquisition Facility3,472 — 
Zeppelin Bidco Limited(1)(2)(4)Revolver$579 $— 
Total unused commitments to extend financing$220,360 $234,658 
(1)Our estimate of the fair value of the current investments in these portfolio companies includes an analysis of the fair value of any unfunded commitments.
(2)Represents a commitment to extend financing to a portfolio company where one or more of our current investments in the portfolio company are carried at less than cost.
(3)Actual commitment amount is denominated in Euros. Commitment was translated into U.S. dollars based on the spot rate at the relevant balance sheet date.
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(4)Actual commitment amount is denominated in British pounds sterling. Commitment was translated into U.S. dollars based on the spot rate at the relevant balance sheet date.
(5)Actual commitment amount is denominated in Australian dollars. Commitment was translated into U.S. dollars based on the spot rate at the relevant balance sheet date.
(6)Actual commitment amount is denominated in Canadian dollars. Commitment was translated into U.S. dollars based on the spot rate at the relevant balance sheet date.
(7)Actual commitment amount is denominated in New Zealand dollars. Commitment was translated into U.S. dollars based on the spot rate at the relevant balance sheet date.
In the normal course of business, we guarantee certain obligations in connection with our portfolio companies (in particular, certain controlled portfolio companies). Under these guarantee arrangements, payments may be required to be made to third parties if such guarantees are called upon or if the portfolio companies were to default on their related obligations, as applicable. As of September 30, 2021March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2020,2021, we had guaranteed €9.9 million ($11.511.0 million U.S. dollars and $12.1$11.3 million U.S. dollars, respectively) relating to credit facilities among Erste Bank and MVC Automotive Group Gmbh, or MVC Auto. We would be required to make payments to Erste Bank if MVC Auto were to default on their related payment obligations. None of the credit facility guarantees are recorded as a liability on our Unaudited and Audited Consolidated Balance Sheets. As such, the credit facility liabilities are considered in the valuation of our investments in MVC Auto. The guarantees denominated in foreign currencies were translated into U.S. dollars based on the spot rate at the relevant balance sheet date.
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In addition, as of December 31, 2020, the Company agreed to cash collateralize a $3.5 million letter of credit for Security Holdings B.V. The $3.5 million cash collateralization was reflected as "Restricted cash" on the accompanying Audited Consolidated Balance Sheet as of December 31, 2020. The letter of credit expired on April 30, 2021, and as of September 30, 2021, none of the Company’s cash was restricted.
Item 3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk.
We are subject to market risk. Market risk includes risks that arise from changes in interest rates, commodity prices, equity prices and other market changes that affect market sensitive instruments. The prices of securities held by us may decline in response to certain events, including those directly involving the companies we invest in; conditions affecting the general economy; overall market changes; global pandemics; legislative reform; local, regional, national or global political, social or economic instability; and interest rate fluctuations.
In addition, we are subject to interest rate risk. Interest rate risk is defined as the sensitivity of our current and future earnings to interest rate volatility, variability of spread relationships, the difference in re-pricing intervals between our assets and liabilities and the effect that interest rates may have on our cash flows. Changes in the general level of interest rates can affect our net interest income, which is the difference between the interest income earned on interest earning assets and our interest expense incurred in connection with our interest bearing debt and liabilities. Changes in interest rates can also affect, among other things, our ability to acquire and originate loans and securities and the value of our investment portfolio. Our net investment income is affected by fluctuations in various interest rates, including LIBOR, EURIBOR, GBP LIBOR, BBSY, STIBOR, CDOR, and SONIA. Our risk management systems and procedures are designed to identify and analyze our risk, to set appropriate policies and limits and to continually monitor these risks. We regularly measure exposure to interest rate risk and determine whether or not any hedging transactions are necessary to mitigate exposure to changes in interest rates. As of September 30, 2021,March 31, 2022, we were not a party to any interest rate hedging arrangements.
In connection with the COVID-19 pandemic, the U.S. Federal Reserve and other central banks reduced certain interest rates and LIBOR decreased. A prolonged reduction in interest rates will reduce our gross investment income and could result in a decrease in our net investment income if such decreases in LIBOR are not offset by a corresponding increase in the spread over LIBOR that we earn on any portfolio investments, a decrease in in our operating expenses, including with respect to our income incentive fee, or a decrease in the interest rate of our floating interest rate liabilities tied to LIBOR.
As of September 30, 2021,March 31, 2022, approximately $1,163.2$1,786.8 million (principal amount) of our debt portfolio investments bore interest at variable rates, which generally are LIBOR-based (or based on an equivalent applicable currency rate), and many of which are subject to certain floors. A hypothetical 200 basis point increase or decrease in the interest rates on our variable-rate debt investments could increase or decrease, as applicable, our investment income by a maximum of $23.3$35.7 million on an annual basis.
Borrowings denominated in U.S. Dollars under the February 2019 Credit Facility bear interest, subject to our election, on a per annum basis equal to (i) the applicablealternate base rate plus 1.25% (or 1.00% (or 1.25% iffor so long as we no longer maintain an investment grade credit rating), or (ii) the applicable LIBOR rateterm Secured Overnight Financing Rate (“SOFR”) plus 2.25% (or 2.00% (or 2.25% iffor so long as we no longer maintain an investment grade credit rating) plus a credit spread adjustment of 0.10% for borrowings with an interest period of one month, 0.15% for borrowings with an interest period of three months or 0.25% for borrowings with an interest period of six months. The alternate base rate is equal to the greatest of (i) the prime rate, (ii) the federal funds rate plus 0.5%, (iii) forthe Overnight Bank Funding Rate plus 0.5%, (iv) one-month term SOFR plus 1.0% plus a credit spread adjustment of 0.10% and (v) 1.0%. For borrowings denominated in certain foreign currencies other than Australian dollars, the applicable currency rate for the foreign currency as defined in the credit agreement plus 2.00% (or 2.25% if we no longer maintain an investment grade credit rating) or (iv) for borrowings denominated in Australian dollars, the applicable Australian dollars Screen Rate, plus 2.20% (or 2.45% if we no
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longer maintain an investment grade credit rating). The applicable base rate is equal to the greatest of (i) the prime rate, (ii) the federal funds rate plus 0.5%, (iii) the Overnight Bank Funding Rate plus 0.5%, (iv) the adjusted three-month applicable currency rate plus 1.0% and (v) 1.0%. The applicable LIBOR and currency rates depend on the currency and term of the draw under the February 2019 Credit Facility, and cannot be less than zero. A hypothetical 200 basis point increase or decrease in the interest rates on the February 2019 Credit Facility could increase or decrease, as applicable, our interest expense by a maximum of $13.3$15.1 million on an annual basis (based on the amount of outstanding borrowings under the February 2019 Credit Facility as of September 30, 2021)March 31, 2022). We pay a commitment fee of (x) 0.5% per annum on undrawn amounts if the unused portion of the February 2019 Credit Facility is greater than two-thirds of total commitments or (y) 0.375% per annum on undrawn amounts if the unused portion of the February 2019 Credit Facility is equal to or less than two-thirds of total commitments.
In July 2017, the head of the U.K. Financial Conduct Authority (the “FCA”), announced that the FCA will no longer persuade or compel banks to submit rates for the calculation of LIBOR after 2021. In March 2021, the FCA confirmed that all LIBOR settings will either cease to be provided by any administrator or no longer be representative: (a) immediately after December 31, 2021, in the case of sterling, euro, Swiss franc, and Japanese yen, and the one week and two month U.S. dollar settings; and (b) immediately after June 30, 2023, in the case of the remaining U.S. dollar settings. In addition, as a result of supervisory guidance from U.S. regulators, some U.S. regulated entities ceased to enter into new LIBOR contracts after January 1, 2022. At this time, no consensus exists as to what rate or rates will become accepted alternatives to LIBOR, although the Alternative Reference Rates Committee, a steering committee convened by the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System and the Federal Reserve Bank of New York and comprised of large U.S. financial institutions, has recommended the use of SOFR. There is currently no definitive informationare many uncertainties regarding a transition from LIBOR to SOFR or any other alternative benchmark rate that may be established, including, but not limited to, the future utilization of LIBOR or of any particular replacement rate. As such, the potential effecttiming of any such eventtransition, the need to amend all contracts with LIBOR as the referenced rate and, given the inherent differences between LIBOR and SOFR or any other alternative benchmark rate, how any transition may impact the cost and performance of impacted securities, variable rate debt and derivative financial instruments. In addition, SOFR or another alternative benchmark rate may fail to gain market acceptance, which could adversely affect the return on, value of and market for securities, variable rate debt and derivative financial instruments linked to such rates. The effects of a transition from LIBOR to SOFR or any other alternative benchmark rate on our cost of capital and net investment income cannot yet be determined.determined definitively. All of our loan agreements with our portfolio companies include fallback language in the event that LIBOR becomes unavailable. This language generally either includes a clearly defined alternative reference rate after LIBOR’s discontinuation or provides that the administrative agent may identify a replacement reference rate, typically with the consent of (or prior consultation with) the borrower. In certain cases, the administrative agent will be required to obtain the consent of either a majority of the lenders under the facility, or the consent of each lender, prior to identifying a replacement reference rate. In addition, any further
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changes or reforms to the determination or supervision of LIBOR may result in a sudden or prolonged increase or decrease in reported LIBOR, which could have an adverse impact on the market value for or value of any LIBOR-linked securities, loans, and other financial obligations or extensions of credit held by or due to us and could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations.
Because we have previously borrowed, and plan to borrow in the future, money to make investments, our net investment income will be dependent upon the difference between the rate at which we borrow funds and the rate at which we invest the funds borrowed. Accordingly, 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. In periods of rising interest rates, our cost of funds would increase, which could reduce our net investment income if there is not a corresponding increase in interest income generated by our investment portfolio.
We may also have exposure to foreign currencies related to certain investments. Such investments are translated into U.S. dollars based on the spot rate at the relevant balance sheet date, exposing us to movements in the exchange rate. In order to reduce our exposure to fluctuations in exchange rates, we generally borrow in local foreign currencies under the February 2019 Credit Facility to finance such investments. As of September 30, 2021,March 31, 2022, we had borrowings denominated in Swedish kronas of 12.8kr million ($1.51.4 million U.S. dollars) with an interest rate of 2.000%, borrowings denominated in British pounds sterling of £68.3£77.6 million ($92.1102.1 million U.S. dollars) with an interest rate of 2.063%2.477%, borrowings denominated in Australian dollars of A$36.6 million ($26.427.5 million U.S. dollars) with an interest rate of 2.250% and borrowings denominated in Euros of €138.6 million ($160.6154.2 million U.S. dollars) with an interest rate of 2.000%.
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Item 4. Controls and Procedures.
Evaluation of Disclosure Controls and Procedures
We maintain disclosure controls and procedures that are designed to ensure that information required to be disclosed in the reports that we file or submit under the Exchange Act 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. Our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer carried out an evaluation of the effectiveness of the design and operation of our disclosure controls and procedures as of the end of the period covered by this report. Based on the evaluation of these disclosure controls and procedures, the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer concluded that our disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of September 30, 2021.March 31, 2022. It should be noted that any system of controls, however well designed and operated, can provide only reasonable, and not absolute, assurance that the objectives of the system are met. In addition, the design of any control system is based in part upon certain assumptions about the likelihood of future events. Because of these and other inherent limitations of control systems, there can be no assurance that any design will succeed in achieving its stated goals under all potential future conditions, regardless of how remote.
Changes in Internal Control Over Financial Reporting
There were no changes in our internal control over financial reporting during the thirdfirst quarter of 20212022 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.
Neither we, the Adviser, nor our subsidiaries are currently subject to any material pending legal proceedings, other than ordinary routine litigation incidental to our respective businesses. We, the Adviser, and our subsidiaries may from time to time, however, be involved in litigation arising out of operations in the normal course of business or otherwise, including in connection with strategic transactions. Furthermore, third parties may seek to impose liability on us in connection with the activities of our portfolio companies. While the outcome of any current legal proceedings cannot at this time be predicted with certainty, we do not expect any current matters will materially affect our financial condition or results of operations; however, there can be no assurance whether any pending legal proceedings will have a material adverse effect on our financial condition or results of operations in any future reporting period.
Item 1A. Risk Factors.
You should carefully consider the risks described below and in Item 1A entitled "Risk Factors" in Part 1 of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2020,2021, which was filed with the SEC on MarchFebruary 23, 2021,2022, and all other information contained in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, including our interim financial statements and the related notes thereto, before making a decision to purchase our securities. The risks and uncertainties described belowreferenced herein and in our most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K are not the only ones facing us. Additional risks and uncertainties not currently known to us or that we currently deem to be immaterial also may have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and/or operating results, as well as the market price of our securities.
Risks RelatingThere have been no material changes during the three months ended March 31, 2022 to the Sierra Merger
Salesrisk factors previously disclosed in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021. If any of sharessuch risks actually occur, our business, financial condition or results of the Company’s common stock after the completion of the Merger may causeoperations could be materially adversely affected. If that happens, the market price of the Company’s common stock to decline.
Based on the number of outstanding shares of Sierra’s common stock as of the close of business on September 20, 2021, the Company would issue approximately 46 million shares of the Company’s common stock pursuant to the Merger Agreement. Former Sierra stockholdersour securities could decline, and you may decide not to hold the shares of the Company’s common stock that they receive pursuant to the Merger Agreement. In addition, the Company’s stockholders may decide not to hold their shares of the Company’s common stock after completion of the Merger. In each case, such sales of the Company’s common stock could have the effect of depressing the market price for the Company’s common stock and may take place promptly following the completion of the Merger.
The Company’s stockholders will experience a reduction in percentage ownership and voting power in the combined company as a result of the Merger.
The Company’s stockholders will experience a substantial reduction in their respective percentage ownership interests and effective voting power in respect of the combined company relative to their respective ownership interests in the Company prior to the Merger. Consequently, the Company’s stockholders should expect to exercise less influence over the management and policies of the combined company following the Merger than they currently exercise over the management and policies of the Company.
If the Merger is consummated, based on the number of shares of the Company’s common stock and Sierra’s common stock issued and outstanding on September 20, 2021, it is expected that current stockholders of the Company will own approximately 58.7% of the Company’s outstanding common stock and former Sierra stockholders will own approximately 41.3% of the Company’s outstanding common stock. In addition, both prior to and after completion of the Merger, subject to certain restrictions in the Merger Agreement and the approval of the Company’s stockholders, the Company may issue additional shares of its common stock (including, subject to certain restrictions under the 1940 Act, at prices below the Company’s then-current net asset value (“NAV”) per share), all of which would further reduce the percentage ownership of the combined company held by current stockholders. In addition, the issuance or sale by the Company of shares of its common stock at a discount to NAV poses a risk of economic dilution to stockholders.
The NAV per share of the Company’s common stock will be diluted if the Company issues shares at a price below the then-current NAV per share in connection with the Merger.
At the special meeting of the Company’s stockholders to be held in connection with the Merger and subject to certain determinations required to be made by the Company’s board of directors, the Company’s stockholders will be asked to approve the Company’s ability to issue shares of its common stock at a price below the then-current NAV per share in connection with
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the Merger in the event that at the time of such issuance, the Company’s then-current NAV per share is greater than the value of the shares of Sierra’s common stock being exchanged.
Under the Merger Agreement, the Exchange Ratio was fixed on September 21, 2021, at the signing of the Merger Agreement, subject to certain adjustments pursuant to the Merger Agreement. The Exchange Ratio was determined taking into account the NAV per share of each of the Company’s common stock and Sierra’s common stock as of June 30, 2021 and is not subject to adjustment based on changes in the NAV per share of the Company’s common stock or Sierra’s common stock. In that regard, regardless of the date on which the Merger is consummated and the resulting date on which the shares of the Company’s common stock are issued, the Exchange Ratio upon which the shares of the Company’s common stock will be issued will not change (except for certain customary anti-dilution adjustments). Consequently, if, on the date that the Company’s common stock is issued in connection with the Merger, the per share value of Sierra’s common stock were to decrease from its per share value as of June 30, 2021 and the NAV of the Company’s common stock were to remain the same, then the Company could be deemed to be issuing shares at a price below its then-current NAV per share. As a result, it is not known at this time whether the Company will be issuing shares of its common stock at a price below the then-current NAV per share to Sierra stockholders in connection with the Merger. The determination of whether the Company is issuing shares of its common stock at a price below the then-current NAV per share will be made at or around the time of the closing of the Merger.
If the Company were to issue shares of its common stock below its then-current NAV per share in connection with the Merger, such sales would result in an immediate dilution to the NAV per share of the Company’s common stock. This dilution would occur as a result of the issuance of shares at a price below the then-current NAV per share of the Company’s common stock and a proportionately greater decrease in the stockholders’ interest in the Company’s earnings and assets and their voting interest in the Company than the increase in the Company’s assets resulting from such issuance. Because the NAV of shares of the Company’s common stock at or around the time of the Merger is not currently known, the actual dilutive effect cannot be predicted.
The Company may be unable to realize the benefits anticipated by the Merger, including estimated cost savings, or it may take longer than anticipated to realize such benefits.
The realization of certain benefits anticipated as a result of the Merger will depend in part on the integration of Sierra’s investment portfolio with the Company’s and the integration of Sierra’s business with the Company’s. There can be no assurance that Sierra’s investment portfolio or business can be operated profitably or integrated successfully into the Company’s operations in a timely fashion or at all. The dedication of management resources to such integration may divert attention from the day-to-day business of the combined company and there can be no assurance that there will not be substantial costs associated with the transition process or there will not be other material adverse effects as a result of these integration efforts. Such effects, including incurring unexpected costs or delays in connection with such integration and failure of Sierra’s investment portfolio to perform as expected, could have a material adverse effect on the financial results of the combined company.
The Company also expects to achieve certain cost savings from the Merger when the two companies have fully integrated their portfolios. It is possible that the estimates of the potential cost savings could ultimately be incorrect. The cost savings estimates also assume the Company will be able to combine the operations of the Company and Sierra in a manner that permits those cost savings to be fully realized. If the estimates turn out to be incorrect or if the Company is not able to successfully combine Sierra’s investment portfolio or business with the operations of the Company, the anticipated cost savings may not be fully realized, or realized atlose all or may take longer to realize than expected.
The announcement and pendency of the proposed Merger could adversely affect both the Company’s and Sierra’s business, financial results and operations.
The announcement and pendency of the proposed Merger could cause disruptions in and create uncertainty surrounding both the Company’s and Sierra’s business, including affecting relationships with their respective borrowers and future borrowers, which could have a significant negative impact on the Company’s future revenues and results of operations, regardless of whether the Merger is completed. In addition, the Company and Sierra have diverted, and will continue to divert, significant management resources towards the completion of the Merger, which could have a significant negative impact on each of their future revenues and results of operations.
Sierra and the Company are also subject to restrictions on the conduct of each of their businesses prior to the completion of the Merger as provided in the Merger Agreement, generally requiring Sierra and the Company to conduct their business only in the ordinary course and subject to specific limitations, including, among other things, certain restrictions on their respective ability to make certain investments and acquisitions, sell, transfer or dispose of their respective assets, amend their respective organizational documents and, in the case of Sierra, enter into or modify certain material contracts. These restrictions could
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prevent Sierra or the Company from pursuing otherwise attractive business opportunities, industry developments and future opportunities and may otherwise have a significant negative impact on the Company’s future investment income and results of operations.
If the Merger does not close, neither the Company nor Sierra will benefit from the expenses incurred in their pursuit of the Merger and, under certain circumstances, Sierra may be required to pay an $11.0 million termination fee and to reimburse expenses incurred in connection with the Merger by the Company and Barings, subject to a maximum expense reimbursement payment of $2.0 million.
For various reasons, the Merger may not be completed. If the Merger is not completed, Sierra and the Company will have incurred substantial expenses for which no ultimate benefit will have been received. Both companies have incurred out-of-pocket expenses in connection with the Merger for investment banking, legal and accounting fees and financial printing and other related charges, much of which will be incurred even if the Merger is not completed. The Merger Agreement provides that, upon the valid termination of the Merger Agreement under certain circumstances, Sierra may be required to pay or cause to be paid to the Company a termination fee of $11.0 million and to pay the Company’s and Barings’ expenses incurred in connection with the Merger, subject to a maximum reimbursement payment of $2.0 million.
The termination of the Merger Agreement could negatively impact the Company.
The Merger may not be completed. For example, either Sierra or the Company may terminate the Merger Agreement if the Merger is not completed by March 31, 2022 (so long as the party seeking termination has not been the primary cause of the delay). If the Merger Agreement is terminated, there may be various consequences, including:
the Company’s businesses may have been adversely impacted by the failure to pursue other beneficial opportunities due to the focus of management on the Merger, without realizing any of the anticipated benefits of completing the Merger; and
the market price of the Company's common stock might decline to the extent that the market price prior to termination reflects a market assumption that the Merger will be completed.
Except in specified circumstances, if the Merger is not completed by March 31, 2022, either Sierra or the Company may choose not to proceed with the Merger.
Either Sierra or the Company may terminate the Merger Agreement if the effective time of the First Merger has not occurred by March 31, 2022. However, this right to terminate the Merger Agreement will not be available to Sierra or the Company if the failure of such party to perform any of its obligations under the Merger Agreement has been the primary cause of or resulted in the failure of the Merger to be complete on or before such date.
The Merger is subject to closing conditions, including stockholder approvals, that, if not satisfied or waived, will result in the Merger not being completed, which may result in material adverse consequences to the Company’s business and operations.
While there can be no assurances as to the exact timing, or that the Merger will be completed at all, the Company and Sierra are working to complete the Merger in the first quarter of 2022. The Merger is subject to closing conditions, including required regulatory approvals (including the expiration of the waiting period under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976, as amended, and the rules and regulations thereunder) and certain approvals of the Company’s and Sierra’s respective stockholders that, if not satisfied, will prevent the Merger from being completed. The closing condition that the Company’s stockholders approve the issuance of shares of the Company’s common stock in connection with the Merger and the issuance of shares of the Company’s common stock in connection with the Merger at a price below its then-current NAV may not be waived and must be satisfied for the Merger to be completed. The Company currently expects that all directors and executive officers of the Company will vote their shares of the Company’s common stock in favor of the proposals presented at the special meeting of the Company’s stockholders to be held in connection with the Merger. Additionally, Barings, as a party to the Merger Agreement, agreed to vote all shares of the Company’s common stock over which it has voting power (other than in its fiduciary capacity) in favor of the proposals presented at the Company’s special meeting of stockholders. Furthermore, the closing condition that Sierra stockholders approve the Merger may not be waived and must also be satisfied for the Merger to be completed. If the closing conditions to the Merger are not satisfied, including receipt of the required approvals by the stockholders of the Company and of Sierra, and the Merger is not completed, the resulting failure to complete the Merger could have a material adverse impact on the Company’s business and operations.
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Sierra and the Company will be subject to contractual restrictions while the Merger is pending, including restrictions on pursuing alternatives to the Merger.
Uncertainty about the effect of the Merger may have an adverse effect on the Company and Sierra and, consequently, on the combined company following completion of the Merger. These uncertainties may impair the Company’s and Sierra’s abilities to motivate key personnel until the Merger is consummated and could cause those who deal with the Company and Sierra to seek to change their existing business relationships with the Company and Sierra, respectively. In addition, the Merger Agreement restricts the Company and Sierra from taking actions that they might otherwise consider to be in their best interests without the consent of the other party. These restrictions may prevent the Company and Sierra from pursuing certain business opportunities that may arise prior to the completion of the Merger, including restrictions on them pursuing alternatives to the Merger.
Subject to applicable law, each party may waive one or more conditions to the Merger without resoliciting approval from its respective stockholders.
Certain conditions to the Company’s and Sierra’s obligations to complete the Merger may be waived, in whole or in part, to the extent legally allowed, either unilaterally or by agreement of the Company and Sierra. In the event that any such waiver does not require resolicitation of stockholders, the parties to the Merger Agreement will have the discretion to complete the Merger without seeking further stockholder approval. Accordingly, the terms and conditions as set forth in the Merger Agreement and described herein, including certain protections to the Company and Sierra, may be waived. The conditions requiring the approval of the Company’s stockholders and approval of Sierra’s stockholders, however, cannot be waived.
The market price of the Company’s common stock after the Merger may be affected by factors different from those affecting the Company’s common stock or Sierra’s common stock currently.
The businesses of the Company and Sierra differ in some respects and, accordingly, the results of operations of the combined company and the market price of the Company’s common stock after the Merger may be affected by factors different from those currently affecting the independent results of operations of each of the Company and Sierra. These factors include:
a larger stockholder base;
a different portfolio composition; and
a different capital structure
Accordingly, the historical trading prices and financial results of the Company may not be indicative of these matters for the combined company following the Merger.
The Merger may trigger certain “change of control” provisions and other restrictions in certain of the Company’s and Sierra’s contracts and the failure to obtain any required consents or waivers could adversely impact the combined company.
Certain agreements of the Company and Sierra or their controlled affiliates will or may require the consent of one or more counterparties in connection with the Merger. The failure to obtain any such consent may permit such counter-parties to terminate, or otherwise increase their rights or the Company’s or Sierra’s obligations under, any such agreement because the Merger may violate an anti-assignment, change of control or similar provision. If this happens, the Company or Sierra may have to seek to replace that agreement with a new agreement or seek a waiver or amendment to such agreement. The Company cannot assure you that it or Sierra will be able to replace, amend or obtain a waiver under any such agreement on comparable terms or at all.
If any such agreement is material, the failure to obtain consents, amendments or waivers under, or to replace on similar terms or at all, any of these agreements could adversely affect the financial performance or results of operations of the combined company following the Merger, including preventing the Company from operating a material part of Sierra’s business.
In addition, the consummation of the Merger may violate, conflict with, result in a breach of any provision of or the loss of any benefit under, constitute a default (or an event that, with or without notice or lapse of time or both, would constitute a default) under, or result in the termination, cancellation, acceleration or other change of any right or obligation (including any payment obligation) under the Company’s or Sierra’s agreements. Any such violation, conflict, breach, loss, default or other effect could, either individually or in the aggregate, have a material adverse effect on the financial condition, results of operations, assets or business of the combined company following completion of the Merger.
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The combined company may not be able to obtain financing for additional capital requirements.
Following completion of the Merger, the combined company may seek significant ongoing capital funding and, although the Company anticipates that the combined company will be able to obtain such funding through cash generated from operations and subsequent debt, equity or hybrid offerings, there can be no assurances that the combined company will be able to obtain financing on acceptable terms or at all.
The Company has incurred and expects to incur substantial transaction fees and costs in connection with the Merger, whether or not the Merger is completed.
The Company has incurred and expects to incur additional material non-recurring expenses in connection with the Merger and completion of the transactions contemplated by the Merger Agreement. The Company has incurred significant legal, advisory and financial services fees in connection with the process of negotiating and evaluating the terms of the Merger. Additional significant unanticipated costs may be incurred in the course of coordinating the businesses of Sierra and the Company after completion of the Merger.
Even if the Merger is not completed, the Company will need to pay certain costs relating to the Merger incurred prior to the date the Merger was abandoned, such as legal, accounting, financial advisory, filing and printing fees. Such costs may be significant and could have an adverse effect on the Company’s future results of operations, cash flows and financial condition.
Litigation filed against Sierra or the Company in connection with the Merger could result in substantial costs and could delay or prevent the Merger from being completed.
From time to time, Sierra and the Company may be subject to legal actions, including securities class action lawsuits and derivative lawsuits, as well as various regulatory, governmental and law enforcement inquiries, investigations and subpoenas in connection with the Merger. These or any similar securities class action lawsuits and derivative lawsuits, regardless of their merits, may result in substantial costs and divert management time and resources. An adverse judgment in such cases could have a negative impact on the Company’s liquidity and financial condition or could prevent the Merger from being completed.your investment.
Item 2. Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds.
Sales of Unregistered Securities
None.
Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities
During the three months ended September 30, 2021,March 31, 2022, in connection with our DRIP for our common stockholders, we directed the plan administrator to purchase 37,46356,521 shares of our common stock for an aggregate of $405,517$607,552 in the open market in order to satisfy our obligations to deliver shares of common stock to our stockholders with respect to our dividend declared on AugustFebruary 1, 2022.
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In connection with the closing of the MVC Acquisition on December 23, 2020, we committed to make open-market purchases of shares of our common stock in an aggregate amount of up to $15.0 million at then-current market prices at any time shares trade below 90% of our then most recently disclosed NAV per share. Any repurchases pursuant to the authorized program will occur during the 12-month period that commenced upon the filing of our quarterly report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2021, which occurred on May 6, 2021, and will be made in accordance with applicable legal, contractual and regulatory requirements. During the three months ended March 31, 2022, we repurchased a total of 207,677 shares of our common stock in the open market under the authorized program at an average price of $10.14 per share, including broker commissions.
The following chart summarizes repurchases of our common stock for the three months ended March 31, 2022:
PeriodTotal number of shares purchasedAverage price paid per shareTotal number of
shares purchased
as part of publicly
announced plans
or programs
Approximate dollar value of shares that
may yet be
purchased under the plans or programs
January 1 through January 31, 2022— $— — $— 
February 1 through February 28, 2022— $— — $— 
March 1 through March 31, 2022264,198 (1)$10.27 207,677 $12,867 (2)
(1)     Includes 56,521 shares purchased in the open market pursuant to the terms of our dividend reinvestment plan.
(2)    In thousands. Program terminates May 6, 2022. Commencing on April 1, 2022, the Company will implement an open-market share repurchase program it committed to launch in connection with the completion of the acquisition of Sierra. Pursuant to the program, we will make open-market purchases of shares of our common stock in an aggregate amount of up to $30.0 million at then-current market prices at any time shares trade below 90% of our then most recently disclosed NAV per share. Any repurchases pursuant to the authorized program will occur during the 12-month period commencing on April 1, 2022 and are expected to be made in accordance with a Rule 10b5-1 purchase plan that qualifies for the safe harbors provided by Rules 10b5-1 and 10b-18 under the Exchange Act, as well as subject to compliance with our covenant and regulatory requirements. Subsequent to period-end, through May 5, 2021.2022, we repurchased an additional 23,300 shares of our common stock pursuant to the share repurchase plans at an average price of $10.12 per share, including broker commissions.
Item 3. Defaults Upon Senior Securities.
None.
Item 4. Mine Safety Disclosures.
Not applicable.
Item 5. Other Information.
Not ApplicableApplicable.

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Item 6. Exhibits.
NumberExhibit
2.1
Agreement and Plan of Merger, by and among the Registrant, Mercury Acquisition Sub, Inc., Sierra Income Corporation and Barings LLC, dated as of September 21, 2021 (Filed as Exhibit 2.1 to the Registrant’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on September 22, 2021 and incorporated herein by reference).*
3.1
3.2
3.3
3.4
10.1
10.2
10.3
10.4
31.1
31.2
32.1
32.2
*    Exhibits and schedules to this Exhibit have been omitted in accordance with Item 601 of Regulation S-K. The registrant agrees to furnish supplementally a copy of all omitted exhibits and schedules to the SEC upon its request.
**    Filed Herewith.
***    Furnished 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.
BARINGS BDC, INC.
Date:November 9, 2021May 5, 2022/s/    Eric Lloyd
Eric Lloyd
Chief Executive Officer
(Principal Executive Officer)
Date:November 9, 2021May 5, 2022/s/    Jonathan Bock
Jonathan Bock
Chief Financial Officer
(Principal Financial Officer)
Date:November 9, 2021May 5, 2022/s/    Elizabeth A. Murray
Elizabeth A. Murray
Principal Accounting Officer
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