Business development company that invests primarily in senior secured loans of private middle-market companies.
SLR Investment Corp. operates as a robust business development company (BDC) with a specialized focus on a wide spectrum of investment strategies within the middle market. Founded to cater specifically to leveraged middle market companies, SLR Investment Corp. engages in various forms of financing, including secured debt such as first lien unitranche and second lien, subordinated (unsecured) debt, minority equity investments, and strategic income-oriented control equity investments. The company's investment portfolio spans across a diverse range of industries, encompassing sectors such as aerospace and defense, automotive, banking, healthcare, technology, and more. SLR Investment Corp. aims to provide growth capital, facilitate leveraged buyouts, acquisitions, recapitalizations, and general refinancing, supporting the expansion and operational needs of its portfolio companies.
The fund primarily targets companies within the United States middle market with revenues ranging from $50 million to $1 billion and EBITDA between $15 million and $100 million. SLR Investment Corp. typically invests between $5 million and $100 million per transaction, utilizing a flexible approach that includes senior secured loans, mezzanine loans, and equity securities. The company's investment strategy also encompasses life sciences, focusing on specialty pharmaceuticals, medical devices, biotech, and healthcare services, reflecting its diversified approach to capturing opportunities across various growth sectors.
While SLR Investment Corp. maintains a comprehensive investment strategy across traditional sectors, the company has not ventured into cryptocurrency investments as part of its portfolio. Instead, it continues to focus on its core competencies in structured finance and equity investments, emphasizing disciplined underwriting and proactive portfolio management. With a commitment to enhancing shareholder value and supporting middle market growth, SLR Investment Corp. remains poised to capitalize on opportunities that align with its investment criteria and strategic objectives in the evolving marketplace.