Finance Receivables | Finance Receivables Finance receivables are reported at their determined principal balances net of any unearned income, cumulative write offs charged against the allowance for credit losses, and unamortized deferred fees and costs. Unearned income and deferred fees and costs are amortized to interest income based on all cash flows expected using the effective interest method. The carrying values of finance receivables were as follows (in thousands): September 30, 2024 December 31, 2023 Term loans $ 197,975 $ 221,145 Royalty purchases 72,272 67,260 Total before allowance for credit losses 270,247 288,405 Allowance for credit losses (14,343) (13,901) Total carrying value $ 255,904 $ 274,504 Allowance for Credit Losses The allowance for credit losses ("ACL") is management's estimate of the amount of expected credit losses over the life of the loan portfolio, or the amount of amortized cost basis not expected to be collected, at the balance sheet date. This estimate encompasses information about historical events, current conditions and reasonable and supportable economic forecasts. Determining the amount of the ACL is complex and requires extensive judgment by management about matters that are inherently uncertain. Given the current level of economic uncertainty, the complexity of the ACL estimate and level of management judgment required, we believe it is possible that the ACL estimate could change, potentially materially, in future periods. Changes in the ACL may result from changes in current economic conditions, our economic forecast, and circumstances not currently known to us that may impact the financial condition and operations of our borrowers, among other factors. Expected credit losses are estimated on a collective basis for groups of loans that share similar risk characteristics. For finance receivables that do not share similar risk characteristics with other finance receivables, expected credit losses are estimated on an individual basis. Expected credit losses are estimated over the contractual terms of the finance receivables, adjusted for expected prepayments and unfunded commitments, generally excluding extensions and modifications. The loan portfolio segment is defined as the level at which an entity develops and documents a systematic method for determining its allowance for credit losses. The Company adopted ASU 2016-13, as amended, on January 1, 2023 using the modified retrospective approach method. The implementation of ASU 2016-13 also impacted the Company's ACL on unfunded loan commitments, as the ACL now represents expected credit losses over the contractual life of commitments not identified as unconditionally cancellable by the Company. The reserve for unfunded commitments is estimated using the same reserve or coverage rates calculated on collectively evaluated loans following the application of a funding rate to the amount of the unfunded commitment. The funding rate represents management's estimate of the amount of the current unfunded commitment that will be funded over the remaining contractual life of the commitment and is based on historical data. On January 1, 2023, the Company recorded an adjustment for unfunded commitments of $0.4 million for the adoption of ASU 2016-13. As of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023 the Company has a $0.2 million liability for credit losses on off-balance sheet exposures related to unfunded commitments, with this liability included in accounts payable and accrued liabilities on the condensed consolidated balance sheets. Please refer to Note 6 for further information on the Company's unfunded commitments. Allowance for Credit Losses - methodology update during the three months ended June 30, 2024 During the three months ended June 30, 2024, the Company revised its methodology for calculating the allowance for credit losses to be more directly tied to the individual risk ratings, as determined by management, of finance receivables. This resulted in a re-allocation of the existing allowance and did not have a material impact on the total allowance for credit losses amount. Previously, the Company's quarterly assessment of the allowance included two portfolio pools: Term Loans and Royalties. After the change in methodology effective for the quarter ended June 30, 2024, these pools are further broken down into individual risk ratings applied to each investment to allow for a more precise method for calculating the allowance for credit losses. The following table details the changes in the allowance for credit losses by Term Loans and Royalties (in thousands): Nine Months Ended September 30, 2024 Nine Months Ended September 30, 2023 Term Loans Royalties Total Term Loans Royalties Total Allowance at beginning of period $ 9,731 $ 4,170 $ 13,901 $ — $ 11,846 $ 11,846 Effect of adoption of ASU 2016-13 — — — 8,900 2,886 11,786 Provision (benefit) for credit losses 10,202 575 10,777 (922) 463 (459) Write offs (10,335) — (10,335) — (11,846) (1) (11,846) Allowance at end of period $ 9,598 $ 4,745 $ 14,343 $ 7,978 $ 3,349 $ 11,327 (1) Reversal of finance receivable-specific ACL recognized in prior periods. No impact to unaudited condensed consolidated statement of income for the nine months ended September 30, 2023. Non-Accrual Finance Receivables The Company originates finance receivables to companies primarily in the life sciences sector. This concentration of credit exposes the Company to a higher degree of risk associated with this sector. On a quarterly basis, the Company evaluates the carrying value of its finance receivables. Recognition of income is suspended, and the finance receivable is placed on non-accrual status when management determines that collection of future income is not probable. This evaluation is generally based on delinquency information, an assessment of the borrower’s financial condition and the adequacy of collateral, if any. The Company would generally place term loans on nonaccrual status when the full and timely collection of interest or principal becomes uncertain and they are 90 days past due for interest or principal, unless the term loan is both well-secured and in the process of collection. When placed on nonaccrual, the Company would reverse any accrued unpaid interest receivable against interest income and amortization of any net deferred fees is suspended. Generally, the Company would return a term loan to accrual status when all delinquent interest and principal become current under the terms of the credit agreement. The following table presents nonaccrual and performing finance receivables by portfolio pool, net of allowance for credit losses (in thousands) as of: September 30, 2024 December 31, 2023 Nonaccrual Performing Total Nonaccrual Performing Total Term loans $ 21,857 $ 176,118 $ 197,975 $ 9,128 $ 212,017 $ 221,145 Royalty purchases 16,362 55,910 72,272 16,854 50,406 67,260 Total before allowance for credit losses $ 38,219 $ 232,028 $ 270,247 $ 25,982 $ 262,423 $ 288,405 Allowance for credit losses (5,734) (8,609) (14,343) (1,447) (12,454) (13,901) Total carrying value $ 32,485 $ 223,419 $ 255,904 $ 24,535 $ 249,969 $ 274,504 As of September 30, 2024, the Company had six finance receivables in nonaccrual status: (1) the term loan to Trio Healthcare Ltd. (“Trio”), with a carrying value of $1.5 million; (2) the term loan to Exeevo, Inc (“Exeevo”), with a carrying value of $4.5 million; (3) the term loan to BIOLASE, Inc ("BIOLASE"), with a carrying value of $15.8 million; (4) the Flowonix Medical, Inc. (“Flowonix”) royalty, with a carrying value of $10.4 million; (5) the Best ABT, Inc. (“Best”) royalty, with a carrying value of $2.4 million; and (6) the Ideal Implant, Inc. (“Ideal”) royalty, with a carrying value of $3.6 million. As of September 30, 2024 Trio was considered impaired by $8.1 million and Exeevo was impaired by $2.2 million with the impairments recognized as a reduction in the allowance for credit losses on the unaudited condensed consolidated statements of income for the nine months ended September 30, 2024. The Company collected $2.6 million and $2.3 million on its nonaccrual finance receivables for the nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023 , respectively . Loan Modifications Made to Borrowers Experiencing Financial Difficulty Effective January 1, 2023, the Company adopted the provisions of ASU 2022-02 "Troubled Debt Restructuring ("TDRs") and Vintage Disclosures (Topic 326)", which eliminated the accounting for TDRs while expanding loan modification and vintage disclosure requirements. The update specifically required additional disclosures on loan modifications to borrowers experiencing financial difficulties that involved an interest rate reduction, other-than-insignificant payment delay, a term extension, principal forgiveness or a combination thereof. The Company evaluates the carrying value of each finance receivable for impairment. A term loan is considered to be impaired when, based on current information and events, it is determined that the Company will not be able to collect the amounts due according to the loan contract, including scheduled interest payments. This evaluation is generally based on delinquency information, an assessment of the borrower’s financial condition and the adequacy of collateral, if any. In certain circumstances, the Company may place a finance receivable on nonaccrual status but conclude it is not impaired. The Company may retain independent third-party valuations on such nonaccrual positions to support impairment decisions. On an ongoing basis, the Company monitors the performance of modified loans to their restructured terms. Revaluation of Finance Receivable During the three months ended June 30, 2024, the Company revalued its royalty for Iluvien as a result of entering into an amendment during the quarter. Pursuant to the amendment, the forecast of cash flows to be received over the life of the financial royalty was revised resulting in a revaluation gain of $2.5 million and corresponding mark-up to the carrying value which is included in the "Gain on revaluation of finance receivable" caption on our unaudited condensed consolidated statements of income for the nine months ended September 30, 2024. Credit Quality of Finance Receivables The Company evaluates all finance receivables on a quarterly basis and assigns a risk rating based upon management’s assessment of the borrower’s ability and likelihood of repayment. The assessment is subjective and based on multiple factors, including but not limited to, financial strength of borrowers and operating results of the underlying business. The credit risk analysis and rating assignment is performed quarterly in conjunction with the Company's assessment of its allowance for credit losses. The Company uses the following definitions for its risk ratings for Term Loans: 1: Borrower performing well below Company expectations, and the borrower's ability to raise sufficient capital to operate its business or repay debt is highly in question. Finance receivables rated a 1 are on non-accrual and are at an elevated risk for principal impairment. 2: Borrower performing below plan, and the loan-to-value is generally worse than at the time of underwriting. Borrower has limited access to additional capital to operate its business. Finance receivables rated a 2 are generally on non-accrual, and while no loss of impairment is anticipated, there is potential for future principal impairment. 3: Borrower performing in-line-to-modestly below Company expectations, and loan-to-value is similar to slightly worse than at the time of underwriting. Borrower has demonstrated access to capital markets. 4: Borrower performing in-line-to-modestly above Company expectations and loan-to-value similar or modestly better than underwriting case. Borrower has demonstrated access to capital markets. 5: Borrower performing in excess of Company expectations, and loan-to-value is better than at time of origination. The Company uses an internal credit rating system which rates each Royalty on a color scale of Green to Red, with Green typically indicative of a Royalty that is exceeding base underwritten case, Yellow indicates a Royalty performing in-line with underwritten plan, and Red reflective of underperformance relative to plan. Royalties rated as Red are generally classified as non-accrual. The following table summarizes the carrying value of Finance Receivables by origination year, grouped by risk rating as of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023 (in thousands): September 30, 2024 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 Prior Total Term Loans 5 $ — $ — $ — $ 13,907 $ — $ 3,583 $ — $ 17,490 4 — 31,226 52,391 — — — — 83,617 3 — 24,770 — 11,211 — 26,329 — 62,310 2 — — — 12,701 — — — 12,701 1 — — 4,538 1,473 — — 15,846 21,857 Subtotal - Term Loans $ — $ 55,996 $ 56,929 $ 39,292 $ — $ 29,912 $ 15,846 $ 197,975 Royalties Green $ 7,839 $ 11,689 $ 12,652 $ — $ 16,038 $ — $ 1,285 $ 49,503 Yellow — — — — 3,117 — 3,290 6,407 Red — — — 3,552 10,433 — 2,377 16,362 Subtotal - Royalties $ 7,839 $ 11,689 $ 12,652 $ 3,552 $ 29,588 $ — $ 6,952 $ 72,272 Total Finance Receivables, gross $ 7,839 $ 67,685 $ 69,581 $ 42,844 $ 29,588 $ 29,912 $ 22,798 $ 270,247 December 31, 2023 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 Prior Total Term Loans 5 $ — $ — $ 13,734 $ — $ 5,696 $ — $ 19,430 4 25,799 32,211 — — — 10,485 68,495 3 24,341 24,285 10,227 — 31,807 — 90,660 2 — 6,924 12,493 — — 14,015 33,432 1 — — 9,128 — — — 9,128 Subtotal - Term Loans $ 50,140 $ 63,420 $ 45,582 $ — $ 37,503 $ 24,500 $ 221,145 Royalties Green $ 27,785 $ — $ — $ 14,650 $ — $ 1,340 $ 43,775 Yellow — — — 3,212 — 3,419 6,631 Red — — 3,834 10,433 — 2,587 16,854 Subtotal - Royalties $ 27,785 $ — $ 3,834 $ 28,295 $ — $ 7,346 $ 67,260 Total Finance Receivables, gross $ 77,925 $ 63,420 $ 49,416 $ 28,295 $ 37,503 $ 31,846 $ 288,405 |