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Rand Capital Corporation | NASDAQ:RAND | NASDAQ | Common Stock |
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Rand Capital Corporation (Nasdaq: RAND) (“Rand” or the “Company”), a business development company providing alternative financing for lower middle market companies, announced its results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2024.
Daniel P. Penberthy, President and Chief Executive Officer of Rand, commented, "We are consistent and persistent in the execution of our strategy, driving strong growth in total investment income through prudent and strategic investments in income-generating debt instruments. During the quarter, our efforts to optimize the portfolio, including selective exits, generated capital that we advantageously deployed to improve our balance sheet. This positions us well for future growth opportunities. Additionally, we look forward to leveraging the capital expected from the pending sale of our portfolio investment company, SciAps, which we had previously announced and is expected to close later this year.
“Looking ahead, our plan is to continue scaling our business through new investments and also reinvesting in high-potential existing portfolio companies. Our goal is to focus on new debt investments in smaller opportunities, replicating our past successes in helping these companies grow. We believe this will cultivate a robust and steady income stream, strengthening our ability to increase cash dividends over the long term.”
Second Quarter Highlights (compared with the prior-year period unless otherwise noted)
Portfolio and Investment Activity
As of June 30, 2024, Rand’s portfolio included investments with a fair value of $87.1 million across 26 portfolio businesses. This was an increase of $9.9 million, or 13%, from December 31, 2023, and reflected new and follow-on investments and valuation adjustments in multiple portfolio companies, partially offset by stock sales and other portfolio company loan repayments. At June 30, 2024, Rand’s portfolio was comprised of approximately 66% in debt investments, 32% in equity investments in private companies, and 2% in publicly traded equities of other BDCs. The annualized weighted average yield of debt investments, which includes PIK interest, was 13.8% at June 30, 2024, compared with 13.6% at the end of 2023.
Second quarter 2024:
Liquidity and Capital Resources
Cash was $2.3 million at June 30, 2024. The Company also held shares valued at approximately $1.3 million in other publicly traded BDCs, which are available for future operational and liquidity needs.
During the quarter, Rand reduced its outstanding borrowings by $2.0 million, leaving a balance of $17.2 million on its existing $25.0 million senior secured revolving credit facility at June 30, 2024. The outstanding borrowings carried an interest rate of 8.8% at quarter-end. Subsequent to quarter-end, Rand repaid an additional $2.3 million on its outstanding borrowings.
The Company did not repurchase any outstanding common stock during the second quarter of 2024.
Dividends
On May 8, 2024, Rand declared its regular quarterly cash dividend distribution of $0.29 per share, which was paid during the second quarter to shareholders of record as of May 31, 2024.
On July 31, 2024, Rand declared its regular quarterly cash dividend distribution of $0.29 per share. The cash dividend will be distributed on or about September 13, 2024, to shareholders of record as of August 30, 2024.
Webcast and Conference Call
Rand will host a conference call and webcast on Tuesday August 6, 2024, at 1:30 p.m. Eastern Time, to review its financial results. The review will be accompanied by a slide presentation, which will be available on Rand’s website at www.randcapital.com in the “Investor Relations” section. Rand’s conference call can be accessed by calling (201) 689-8263. Alternatively, the webcast can be monitored on Rand’s website at www.randcapital.com under “Investor Relations” where the replay will also be available.
A telephonic replay will be available from 5:30 p.m. ET on the day of the call through Tuesday, August 20, 2024. To listen to the archived call, dial (412) 317-6671 and enter replay pin number 13747031. A transcript of the call will also be posted once available.
ABOUT RAND CAPITAL
Rand Capital (Nasdaq: RAND) is an externally managed business development company (BDC). The Company’s investment objective is to maximize total return to its shareholders with current income and capital appreciation by focusing its debt and related equity investments in privately-held, lower middle market companies with committed and experienced managements in a broad variety of industries. Rand invests in businesses that have sustainable, differentiated and market-proven products, revenue of more than $10 million and EBITDA in excess of $1.5 million. The Company’s investment activities are managed by its external investment adviser, Rand Capital Management, LLC. Additional information can be found at the Company’s website where it regularly posts information: www.randcapital.com.
Safe Harbor Statement
This press release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. All statements, other than historical facts, including but not limited to statements regarding the strategy of the Company and its outlook; statements regarding pending sale of portfolio company SciAps and the timing for the expected closing of such transaction; statements regarding the implementation of the Company’s strategy and the growth of its dividend; and any assumptions underlying any of the foregoing, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements concern future circumstances and results and other statements that are not historical facts and are sometimes identified by the words “may,” “will,” “should,” “potential,” “intend,” “expect,” “endeavor,” “seek,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “overestimate,” “underestimate,” “believe,” “could,” “project,” “predict,” “continue,” “target” or other similar words or expressions. Should one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialize, or should underlying assumptions prove to be incorrect, actual results may vary materially from those indicated or anticipated by such forward-looking statements. The inclusion of such statements should not be regarded as a representation that such plans, estimates or expectations will be achieved. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from such plans, estimates or expectations include, among others, (1) evolving legal, regulatory and tax regimes; (2) changes in general economic and/or industry specific conditions; and (3) other risk factors as detailed from time to time in Rand’s reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), including Rand’s annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023, quarterly reports on Form 10-Q, and other documents filed with the SEC. Consequently, such forward-looking statements should be regarded as Rand’s current plans, estimates and beliefs. Except as required by applicable law, Rand assumes no obligation to update the forward-looking information contained in this release.
FINANCIAL TABLES FOLLOW
Rand Capital Corporation and Subsidiaries
Consolidated Statements of Financial Position
June 30, 2024 (Unaudited)
December 31, 2023
ASSETS
Investments at fair value:
Control investments (cost of $5,721,856 and $5,272,770, respectively)
$
4,598,046
$
4,148,960
Affiliate investments (cost of $45,250,676 and $45,720,974, respectively)
61,779,019
53,499,372
Non-Control/Non-Affiliate investments (cost of $22,449,599 and $17,371,862, respectively)
20,693,902
19,477,380
Total investments, at fair value (cost of $73,422,131 and $68,365,606, respectively)
87,070,967
77,125,712
Cash
2,293,226
3,295,321
Interest receivable
516,617
244,600
Prepaid income taxes
149,863
127,869
Deferred tax asset, net
174,053
39,179
Other assets
584,343
189,301
Total assets
$
90,789,069
$
81,021,982
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY (NET ASSETS)
Liabilities:
Due to investment adviser
$
322,672
$
979,297
Accounts payable and accrued expenses
108,358
145,516
Line of credit
17,200,000
16,250,000
Capital gains incentive fees
4,033,000
2,279,700
Deferred revenue
566,423
552,256
Total liabilities
22,230,453
20,206,769
Stockholders’ equity (net assets):
Common stock, $0.10 par; shares authorized 100,000,000; shares issued: 2,648,916; shares outstanding: 2,581,021 at 6/30/24 and 12/31/23
264,892
264,892
Capital in excess of par value
55,801,170
55,801,170
Treasury stock, at cost: 67,895 shares at 6/30/24 and 12/31/23
(1,566,605
)
(1,566,605
)
Total distributable earnings
14,059,159
6,315,756
Total stockholders’ equity (net assets) (per share – 6/30/24: $26.56; 12/31/23: $23.56)
68,558,616
60,815,213
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity (net assets)
$
90,789,069
$
81,021,982
Rand Capital Corporation and Subsidiaries
Consolidated Statements of Operations
(Unaudited)
Three months ended June 30, 2024
Three months ended June 30, 2023
Six months ended June 30, 2024
Six months ended June 30, 2023
Investment income:
Interest from portfolio companies:
Control investments
$
198,885
$
179,922
$
386,368
$
330,838
Affiliate investments
1,192,116
941,201
2,358,201
1,729,022
Non-Control/Non-Affiliate Investments
604,226
352,417
1,064,306
710,583
Total interest from portfolio companies
1,995,227
1,473,540
3,808,875
2,770,443
Interest from other investments:
Non-Control/Non-Affiliate Investments
144
104
2,058
236
Total interest from other investments
144
104
2,058
236
Dividend and other investment income:
Affiliate investments
13,125
59,677
26,250
406,825
Non-Control/Non-Affiliate Investments
60,050
132,920
198,760
260,515
Total dividend and other investment income
73,175
192,597
225,010
667,340
Fee income:
Control investments
4,516
4,311
9,032
8,211
Affiliate investments
54,815
138,902
128,535
206,744
Non-Control/Non-Affiliate Investments
8,272
5,978
29,858
13,956
Total fee income
67,603
149,191
167,425
228,911
Total investment income
2,136,149
1,815,432
4,203,368
3,666,930
Expenses:
Base management fee
322,672
255,867
625,267
501,260
Capital gains incentive fees
1,641,000
491,000
1,753,300
782,000
Interest expense
393,172
258,912
783,192
417,312
Professional fees
91,460
100,307
323,767
271,282
Stockholders and office operating
82,667
85,080
151,695
149,384
Directors' fees
66,550
67,391
130,400
131,241
Administrative fees
40,000
37,250
78,167
74,500
Insurance
10,380
10,380
23,424
23,340
Corporate development
4,881
554
10,426
4,267
Total expenses
2,652,782
1,306,741
3,879,638
2,354,586
Net investment (loss) income before income taxes:
(516,633
)
508,691
323,730
1,312,344
Income taxes, including excise tax expense
562
16,061
1,340
104,798
Net investment (loss) income
(517,195
)
492,630
322,390
1,207,546
Net realized gain on sales and dispositions of investments:
Affiliate investments
(831,891
)
2,537,765
(831,891
)
2,596,094
Non-Control/Non-Affiliate Investments
1,259,999
1,280,482
4,710,091
1,275,541
Net realized gain on sales and dispositions of investments, before income taxes
428,108
3,818,247
3,878,200
3,871,635
Income tax expense
—
338,158
—
338,158
Net realized gain on sales and dispositions of investments
428,108
3,480,089
3,878,200
3,533,477
Net change in unrealized appreciation/depreciation on investments:
Affiliate investments
8,849,945
(886,698
)
8,749,945
(886,698
)
Non-Control/Non-Affiliate Investments
(1,070,919
)
(480,572
)
(3,861,215
)
921,401
Change in unrealized appreciation/depreciation before income taxes
7,779,026
(1,367,270
)
4,888,730
34,703
Deferred income tax benefit
(47,834
)
(66,441
)
(47,834
)
(66,441
)
Net change in unrealized appreciation/depreciation on investments
7,826,860
(1,300,829
)
4,936,564
101,144
Net realized and unrealized gain on investments
8,254,968
2,179,260
8,814,764
3,634,621
Net increase in net assets from operations
$
7,737,773
$
2,671,890
$
9,137,154
$
4,842,167
Weighted average shares outstanding
2,581,021
2,581,021
2,581,021
2,581,021
Basic and diluted net increase in net assets from operations per share
$
3.00
$
1.04
$
3.54
$
1.88
Rand Capital Corporation and Subsidiaries
Consolidated Statements of Changes in Net Assets
(Unaudited)
Three months ended June 30, 2024
Three months ended June 30, 2023
Six months ended June 30, 2024
Six months ended June 30, 2023
Net assets at beginning of period
$
61,569,339
$
59,375,393
$
60,815,213
$
57,721,320
Net investment (loss) income
(517,195
)
492,630
322,390
1,207,546
Net realized gain on sales and dispositions of investments
428,108
3,480,089
3,878,200
3,533,477
Net change in unrealized appreciation/depreciation on investments
7,826,860
(1,300,829
)
4,936,564
101,144
Net increase in net assets from operations
7,737,773
2,671,890
9,137,154
4,842,167
Declaration of dividend
(748,496
)
(645,255
)
(1,393,751
)
(1,161,459
)
Net assets at end of period
$
68,558,616
$
61,402,028
$
68,558,616
$
61,402,028
Rand Capital Corporation and Subsidiaries Reconciliation of GAAP Total Expense to Non-GAAP Adjusted Expenses (Unaudited)
In addition to reporting total expenses, which is a U.S. generally accepted accounting principle (“GAAP”) financial measure, Rand presents adjusted expenses, which is a non-GAAP financial measure. Adjusted expenses is defined as GAAP total expenses removing the effect of any expenses for capital gains incentive fees accrual. GAAP total expenses is the most directly comparable GAAP financial measure. Rand believes that adjusted expenses provides useful information to investors regarding financial performance because it is a method the Company uses to measure its financial and business trends related to its results of operations. The presentation of this additional information is not meant to be considered in isolation or as a substitute for financial results prepared in accordance with GAAP.
Three months ended June 30, 2024
Three months ended June 30, 2023
Six months ended June 30, 2024
Six months ended June 30, 2023
Total expenses
$
2,652,782
$
1,306,741
$
3,879,638
$
2,354,586
Exclude expenses for capital gains incentive fees
1,641,000
491,000
1,753,300
782,000
Adjusted total expenses
$
1,011,782
$
815,741
$
2,126,338
$
1,572,586
Reconciliation of GAAP Net Investment (Loss) Income per Share to Adjusted Net Investment Income per Share (Unaudited)
In addition to reporting Net Investment (Loss) Income per Share, which is a GAAP financial measure, the Company presents Adjusted Net Investment Income per Share, which is a non-GAAP financial measure. Adjusted Net Investment Income per Share is defined as GAAP Net Investment (Loss) Income per Share removing the effect of any expenses for capital gains incentive fees. GAAP Net Investment (Loss) Income per Share is the most directly comparable GAAP financial measure. Rand believes that Adjusted Net Investment Income per Share provides useful information to investors regarding financial performance because it is a method the Company uses to measure its financial and business trends related to its results of operations. The presentation of this additional information is not meant to be considered in isolation or as a substitute for financial results prepared in accordance with GAAP.
Three months ended June 30, 2024
Three months ended June 30, 2023
Six months ended June 30, 2024
Six months ended June 30, 2023
Net investment (loss) income per share
$
(0.20)
$
0.19
$
0.12
$
0.47
Exclude expenses for capital gains incentive fees per share
0.64
0.19
0.68
0.30
Adjusted net investment income per share
$
0.44
$
0.38
$
0.80
$
0.77
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Company: Daniel P. Penberthy President and CEO 716.853.0802 dpenberthy@randcapital.com
Investors: Deborah K. Pawlowski / Craig P. Mychajluk Kei Advisors LLC 716-843-3908 / 716-843-3832 dpawlowski@keiadvisors.com / cmychajluk@keiadvisors.com
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