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SLR Investment Corp (SLRC)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
09/17/2025: SLRC (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
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
9 Analysts rated it
Limited analyst coverage, niche firm, research info may be scarce.
1 Year Target Price $16.81
1 Year Target Price $16.81
| 1 | Strong Buy |
| 2 | Buy |
| 4 | Hold |
| 1 | Sell |
| 1 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 12.67% | Avg. Invested days 70 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  4.0 | Stock Returns Performance  2.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/17/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 871.24M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 9.8 | 1Y Target Price 16.81 |
Price to earnings Ratio 9.8 | 1Y Target Price 16.81 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 9 | Beta 0.75 | 52 Weeks Range 12.98 - 16.66 | Updated Date 09/17/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 12.98 - 16.66 | Updated Date 09/17/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 10.28% | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.63 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 39.93% | Operating Margin (TTM) 71.14% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 4% | Return on Equity (TTM) 8.95% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 9.8 | Forward PE 9.7 | Enterprise Value 1670514432 | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.92 |
Enterprise Value 1670514432 | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.92 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 20.88 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA - | Shares Outstanding 54554634 | Shares Floating - |
Shares Outstanding 54554634 | Shares Floating - | ||
Percent Insiders 2.72 | Percent Institutions 39.65 |
Upturn AI SWOT
SLR Investment Corp
Company Overview
History and Background
SLR Investment Corp. (SLR) was founded in 2004. It is a publicly traded business development company (BDC) focused on providing financing solutions to U.S. middle market companies. Originally known as Solar Capital Ltd., the company rebranded to SLR Investment Corp. in 2020 to better reflect its broader investment platform.
Core Business Areas
- Direct Lending: Providing first lien senior secured loans, second lien senior secured loans, and unitranche loans to middle market companies.
- Equipment Financing: Offering equipment leases and loans to companies across various industries.
- Life Science Lending: Providing financing solutions to companies in the life science sector, including biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and medical device companies.
Leadership and Structure
Michael S. Gross is the Chairman and CEO. The company operates with a management team overseeing investment origination, underwriting, and portfolio management. SLR's Board of Directors provides oversight and strategic guidance.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Equipment Leases and Loans: This product provides companies with the capital to acquire equipment without having to purchase them outright. Market share is difficult to pinpoint precisely, but SLR is a significant player in the equipment financing market.
- First Lien Senior Secured Loans: SLR's primary product, providing secured debt financing to middle market companies. Competitors include Ares Capital (ARCC), Main Street Capital (MAIN), and Golub Capital BDC (GBDC). Market share is difficult to pinpoint precisely, but SLR is a significant player in the BDC space.
- Life Science Loans: Loans made to Life Science based companies with proprietary tech such as drugs or medical devices. Competitors include Oxford Finance and Silicon Valley Bank. Market share is difficult to pinpoint precisely, but SLR is a significant player in the equipment financing market.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The BDC industry is characterized by companies providing capital to small and medium-sized businesses that often lack access to traditional bank financing. The industry is affected by interest rate environments, regulatory changes, and overall economic conditions.
Positioning
SLR Investment Corp. positions itself as a specialized lender focusing on niches within the middle market, such as equipment financing and life sciences, which can provide higher yields and less competition. SLR is considered a major player in the equipment finance niche.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The total addressable market for middle market lending is estimated to be in the hundreds of billions of dollars. SLR is positioned to capture a portion of this market through its specialized lending strategies. No exact TAM is published.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Experienced Management Team
- Diversified Investment Portfolio
- Strong Origination Platform
- Focus on specialized lending niches
Weaknesses
- Sensitivity to Interest Rate Fluctuations
- Reliance on External Financing
- Credit Risk Associated with Middle Market Lending
Opportunities
- Expansion into New Lending Sectors
- Increased Demand for Alternative Financing
- Strategic Acquisitions to Enhance Platform
- Capitalizing on banks tightening lending standards
Threats
- Economic Downturn Impacting Portfolio Companies
- Increased Competition from Other BDCs
- Regulatory Changes Affecting BDCs
- Rising interest rates increasing borrowing costs
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- ARCC
- MAIN
- GBDC
- TCPC
- OCSL
- PFLT
Competitive Landscape
SLR's advantage lies in its focus on specialized lending niches. However, it faces competition from larger BDCs with more capital and broader reach.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: SLR's growth has been driven by its ability to originate and manage a diversified portfolio of loans and leases.
Future Projections: Future growth depends on the company's ability to deploy capital effectively and maintain credit quality. Analyst estimates vary based on economic conditions.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include expanding its equipment financing platform and focusing on life science lending.
Summary
SLR Investment Corp. is a specialized BDC with a focus on niche lending markets. It offers consistent dividends but is susceptible to interest rate changes and economic downturns. Recent initiatives and a focus on high-growth sectors contribute to potential growth. SLR needs to monitor credit quality and manage its capital structure effectively to navigate competitive and economic challenges.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- SLR Investment Corp. Investor Relations
- SEC Filings
- Analyst Reports
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Market share data and competitive landscapes are based on estimates and industry reports.
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.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About SLR Investment Corp
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters New York, NY, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2010-02-09 | Chairman, President & Co-CEO Mr. Michael Stuart Gross | ||
Sector Financial Services | Industry Asset Management | Full time employees - | Website https://slrinvestmentcorp.com |
Full time employees - | Website https://slrinvestmentcorp.com | ||
SLR Investment Corp. is a business development company specializing in secured debt (first lien unitranche and second lien), subordinated (unsecured) debt, minority equity, leveraged buyouts, acquisitions, recapitalizations, general refinancing, growth capital and strategic income-oriented control equity investments in leveraged middle market companies. The fund invests in aerospace and defense; air freight & logistics; asset management; automotive; banking; beverage, food and tobacco; building products; buildings and real estate; broadcasting and entertainment; cargo transport; commercial services and supplies; communications equipment; chemicals, plastics and rubber; containers, packaging and glass; construction & engineering; diversified/conglomerate manufacturing; consumer Finance; distributors; diversified/conglomerate services; diversified financial services; diversified real estate activities; food products; Footwear; Education Services; diversified telecommunications services; electronics; farming and agriculture; finance; grocery; health care equipment and supplies; health care facilities; education and childcare; home and office furnishing, durable consumer products; hotels, motels, inns and gaming; insurance; restaurants, leisure, amusement, and entertainment; leisure equipment tolls and services, media, multiline retail, multi sector holdings; paper and forest products; personal products; professional services, research and consulting services, software; specialty retail; textiles apparel and luxury goods, thrifts and mortgage finance, trading companies and distributors, utilities, and wireless telecommunication services; industrial conglomerates; internet software and services, IT services, machinery; mining, steel, iron, and non-precious metals; oil and gas; personal, food and miscellaneous services; printing and publishing; retail stores; telecommunications; textiles and leather; and utilities. It also invests in life sciences with focus on specialty pharmaceuticals, medical devices, biotech, healt
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