Muzinich Corporate Lending Income Fund, Inc.

Muzinich Corporate Lending Income Fund, Inc. reported a net increase in net assets resulting from operations of $6.3 million for fiscal year 2025, a significant increase from $2.9 million in 2024. This improvement was driven by a 28% increase in total investment income to $7.8 million, primarily from interest income of $7.6 million and payment-in-kind interest of $234K, combined with a 36% reduction in total net expenses to $2.4 million due to decreased professional fees and a management fee waiver. The portfolio grew to $94.3 million in aggregate fair value across 71 investments in 65 portfolio companies as of December 31, 2025, up from $87.4 million across 67 investments in 63 companies in 2024. Net asset value per share increased to $1,017.15 from $1,006.39, while cash decreased to $7.1 million from $14.9 million due to investment activity and distributions.

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