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SEC filingBlackRock TCP Capital Corp. (TCPC) reported a net decrease in net assets resulting from operations of -$88.9 million for FY 2025, a decline from -$63.1 million in FY 2024. Total investment income was $201.8 million, down from $259.4 million in the prior year, primarily due to a smaller portfolio size and lower SOFR rates. Operating expenses decreased to $92.0 million from $127.2 million, largely due to a management fee waiver of $7.3 million and no incentive fee accrual as the total return hurdle was not met. The portfolio's fair value was $1,533.3 million across 141 companies, with a weighted average effective yield of 10.2%. The company maintained an asset coverage ratio of 164.2% and ended the period with $82.4 million in cash and cash equivalents. Key forward-looking items include the maturity of the 2026 Notes, which were repaid in February 2026, and ongoing portfolio management within the expanded Private Financing Solutions platform following the BlackRock/HPS acquisition.
For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025, BlackRock TCP Capital Corp. reported a net decrease in net assets resulting from operations of -$88.9 million, compared to -$63.1 million in FY 2024. This deterioration was driven by a significant net realized loss of -$278.1 million, partially offset by net investment income of $109.1 million and a net change in unrealized appreciation of $80.1 million. Total investment income declined to $201.8 million from $259.4 million in the prior year, primarily due to a decrease in portfolio size and lower SOFR rates. Operating expenses decreased to $92.0 million from $127.2 million, benefiting from a $7.3 million management fee waiver and no incentive fee accrual as the company's cumulative total return did not exceed the required 7% hurdle. Basic and diluted earnings per share were -$1.00, consistent with the prior year.
Investment income for FY 2025 totaled $201.8 million, comprising $172.1 million in interest income (excluding PIK), $21.9 million in PIK interest income, $7.7 million in dividend income, and $17 thousand in other income. This represents a 22.2% decrease from the $259.4 million reported in FY 2024. The decline is attributed to a smaller investment portfolio and lower interest rates during the period. The company's investment portfolio at fair value was $1,533.3 million across 141 portfolio companies, with 92.5% invested in debt securities (88.6% in senior secured loans, 3.9% in senior secured notes) and 7.5% in equity investments. The weighted average effective yield on the total portfolio was 10.2%, down from 11.1% in the prior year.
Net investment income was $109.1 million for FY 2025, down from $131.8 million in FY 2024. The decrease reflects the lower total investment income, partially offset by reduced operating expenses. Operating expenses totaled $92.0 million after a $7.3 million management fee waiver, compared to $127.2 million in the prior year. The expense reduction was primarily due to the absence of incentive fee accruals ($0 million vs. $19.2 million) and lower interest expense ($66.1 million vs. $72.2 million). The company's investment strategy focuses on middle-market companies, with the portfolio concentrated in industries such as Software (14.4%), Internet Software and Services (12.7%), and Diversified Financial Services (10.2%).
Net cash provided by operating activities was $154.9 million for FY 2025, driven by $75.4 million in net investment income (adjusted for non-cash items) and $79.5 million from net investment dispositions. Net cash used in financing activities was $185.4 million, primarily for dividend payments ($95.2 million), repayment of the 2025 Notes ($92.0 million), share repurchases ($3.0 million), and debt issuance costs ($1.4 million). Cash and cash equivalents (including restricted cash) decreased by $30.5 million to $82.4 million at period end. Total leverage outstanding was $1,040.8 million, with available capacity of $482.8 million under credit facilities. The company's asset coverage ratio was 164.2%, well above the 150% regulatory minimum.
The company's outlook is influenced by its expanded capabilities following the BlackRock/HPS acquisition, which created the $370 billion Private Financing Solutions platform. Management notes that this provides access to enhanced deal flow and underwriting expertise. However, the company faces risks from economic conditions that may affect portfolio company performance and liquidity. The 2026 Notes matured and were repaid in February 2026, requiring $325 million in principal repayment. The company continues to focus on generating current income and capital appreciation through investments in middle-market debt, while maintaining compliance with BDC and RIC regulatory requirements. Dividend distributions remain a priority to maintain RIC status, with $95.2 million paid to shareholders in FY 2025.