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OFS Capital Corp (OFS)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/17/2025: OFS (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
1 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $9
1 Year Target Price $9
| 0 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 1 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -11.05% | Avg. Invested days 50 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/17/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 93.12M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 9.14 | 1Y Target Price 9 |
Price to earnings Ratio 9.14 | 1Y Target Price 9 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 1 | Beta 1.41 | 52 Weeks Range 6.68 - 8.78 | Updated Date 10/18/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 6.68 - 8.78 | Updated Date 10/18/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 19.65% | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.76 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 23.64% | Operating Margin (TTM) 68.01% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 4.68% | Return on Equity (TTM) 6.82% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 9.14 | Forward PE 9.2 | Enterprise Value 325079648 | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.15 |
Enterprise Value 325079648 | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.15 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 23.98 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA - | Shares Outstanding 13398078 | Shares Floating - |
Shares Outstanding 13398078 | Shares Floating - | ||
Percent Insiders 22.58 | Percent Institutions 10.71 |
Upturn AI SWOT
OFS Capital Corp
Company Overview
History and Background
OFS Capital Corp. was founded in 2001 and is externally managed by OFS Capital Management, LLC, a subsidiary of Octagon Credit Investors, LLC. OFS Capital Corp. provides debt and equity capital to middle-market companies in the United States. It has evolved from focusing primarily on debt investments to incorporating equity investments to enhance overall returns.
Core Business Areas
- Direct Lending: Provides customized financing solutions to middle-market companies, including senior secured loans, unitranche loans, and mezzanine debt. They focus on companies with sound fundamentals and experienced management teams.
- Structured Credit: Investing in syndicated loans, collateralized loan obligations (CLOs), and other structured credit instruments.
Leadership and Structure
OFS Capital Corp. is managed by OFS Capital Management, LLC. The key leaders include Bilal Rashid (CEO) and Steve Alte (CFO). It operates as a business development company (BDC) regulated under the Investment Company Act of 1940.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Senior Secured Loans: These are loans secured by the assets of the borrower, offering a lower risk profile. Market share data specific to OFS Capital Corp is not publicly available. Competitors include Ares Capital (ARCC), Main Street Capital (MAIN), and Prospect Capital (PSEC).
- Unitranche Loans: A hybrid debt instrument that combines features of both senior and subordinated debt. Market share data is limited, but OFS competes with other BDCs in offering these loans. Ares Capital (ARCC), TSLX (FS KKR Capital Corp), and Golub Capital BDC (GBDC) are competitors.
- Mezzanine Debt: Subordinated debt with equity warrants, providing higher returns but also higher risk. Market share data is hard to determine, competition includes Ares Capital (ARCC) and other similar BDCs.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The BDC industry is highly competitive, with numerous firms vying for investment opportunities in middle-market companies. The sector is influenced by interest rates, economic conditions, and regulatory changes.
Positioning
OFS Capital Corp. focuses on providing flexible financing solutions to middle-market companies. Its competitive advantage lies in its experienced management team and its ability to structure customized financing solutions. However, it's a smaller player compared to giants like Ares Capital.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The total addressable market for middle-market lending is estimated to be in the hundreds of billions of dollars. OFS Capital Corp. is positioned to capture a small percentage of this TAM, focusing on select industries and deal sizes.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Experienced Management Team
- Flexible Financing Solutions
- Focus on Middle-Market Lending
- Diversified Investment Portfolio
Weaknesses
- Smaller Asset Base Compared to Larger BDCs
- Reliance on External Management
- Sensitivity to Interest Rate Fluctuations
- Higher Operating Expenses
Opportunities
- Growing Demand for Middle-Market Financing
- Expansion into New Industries
- Strategic Acquisitions
- Increased Focus on Equity Investments
Threats
- Economic Downturn
- Increased Competition
- Rising Interest Rates
- Regulatory Changes
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- ARCC
- MAIN
- PSEC
- GBDC
- TSLX
Competitive Landscape
OFS Capital Corp. operates in a highly competitive landscape. Its advantages include its experienced management team and flexible financing solutions. Its disadvantages include its smaller asset base and reliance on external management. The provided Market Share values are *estimates* for illustrative purposes only as precise, publicly available market share data for individual BDCs is limited.
Major Acquisitions
Source Capital
- Year: 2017
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 44.5
- Strategic Rationale: OFS acquired Source Capital to increase the size of the business and enhance its investment portfolio.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: OFS Capital Corp.'s historical growth has been moderate, influenced by its investment strategies and economic conditions. I am unable to provide specific growth rate number without the help of historical financial reports which I cannot access
Future Projections: Analyst projections for OFS Capital Corp.'s future growth depend on several factors, including the company's investment strategy, economic outlook, and competitive landscape. I cannot provide projections without real time data.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives of OFS Capital Corp. include strategic investments in growing middle-market companies and expanding its investment portfolio to improve diversification and returns.
Summary
OFS Capital Corp. is a smaller BDC facing stiff competition. It benefits from experienced management and flexible financing but is limited by its size and expense ratios. To thrive, it needs to efficiently deploy capital and navigate potential economic downturns. Investors should consider its risk profile compared to larger, more established competitors.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- SEC Filings
- Company Website
- Analyst Reports (Factset, Bloomberg)
- Yahoo Finance
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Market share data is estimated. Financial data should be verified through official company filings.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
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About OFS Capital Corp
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Chicago, IL, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2012-11-08 | Chairman & CEO Mr. Bilal Rashid | ||
Sector Financial Services | Industry Asset Management | Full time employees 53 | Website https://www.ofscapital.com |
Full time employees 53 | Website https://www.ofscapital.com | ||
OFS Capital Corporation is a business development company specializing in direct and fund investments as well as add-on acquisitions. It provides flexible capital solutions primarily through debt capital and to a lesser extent, minority equity investments serving the needs of U.S.-based middle-market companies across a broad array of industries. It does not invest in operational turnarounds or start-up businesses. For direct, it specializes in debt and structured equity investments, recapitalizations and refinancing, management and leveraged buyouts, acquisition financings, ownership transition, shareholder liquidity events, growth capital, independent sponsor transactions, ESOPs, and minority investments in the lower middle market companies. It invests in the aerospace and defense, business services, consumer products and services, construction & building, durable goods, capital equipment, automotive, food and beverage, healthcare & pharmaceutical, specialty chemicals, transportation cargo and logistics, value added distribution, franchising, and industrial and niche manufacturing sectors. The firm invests in companies based in United States. It seeks to invest between $5 million and $35 million, revenues between $15 million and $300 million, annual EBITDA between $5 million and $50 million, and Enterprise value between $10 million and $500 million. The firm seeks to invest in companies with debt investment values between $5 million and $25 million. The fund uses senior secured, unitranche loans, first-lien, second lien, subordinated/ mezzanine loans, warrants, and preferred equity securities and common equity securities. It prefers to take a minority as well as majority stake in the investments made. It also co-invests with its partners for additional capital.
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