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SLR Investment Corp (SLRC)

SLR Investment Corp (SLRC) 1-star rating from Upturn Advisory
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Upturn Advisory Summary

11/14/2025: SLRC (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Upturn Star Rating

Upturn 1 star rating for performance

Not Recommended Performance

These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.

Number of Analysts

2 star rating from financial analysts

9 Analysts rated it

Limited analyst coverage, niche firm, research info may be scarce.

1 Year Target Price $16.58

1 Year Target Price $16.58

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$16.58 Target price
52w Low $12.98
Current$15.32
52w High $16.66

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 9.07%
Avg. Invested days 70
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 844.51M USD
Price to earnings Ratio 9.23
1Y Target Price 16.58
Price to earnings Ratio 9.23
1Y Target Price 16.58
Volume (30-day avg) 9
Beta 0.69
52 Weeks Range 12.98 - 16.66
Updated Date 11/16/2025
52 Weeks Range 12.98 - 16.66
Updated Date 11/16/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 10.59%
Basic EPS (TTM) 1.66

Earnings Date

Report Date 2025-11-05
When -
Estimate 0.4138
Actual 0.4

Profitability

Profit Margin 41%
Operating Margin (TTM) 70.73%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 3.94%
Return on Equity (TTM) 9.07%

Valuation

Trailing PE 9.23
Forward PE 9.35
Enterprise Value 1580288000
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.84
Enterprise Value 1580288000
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.84
Enterprise Value to Revenue 19.77
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -
Shares Outstanding 54554634
Shares Floating -
Shares Outstanding 54554634
Shares Floating -
Percent Insiders 2.74
Percent Institutions 39.75

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SLR Investment Corp

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Company Overview

Company history and background logo History and Background

SLR Investment Corp. was founded in 2006 and is a publicly traded business development company (BDC). Initially focused on various debt financing solutions, it has evolved to specialize in lending to middle-market companies.

Company business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Direct Lending: Provides senior secured loans to U.S. middle market companies, focusing on established businesses with predictable cash flows and strong enterprise values. Direct lending includes senior secured loans, unitranche loans and second lien loans
  • Equipment Finance: Offers equipment financing solutions, including leases and loans, to businesses across various sectors. Specializes in financing essential-use assets.
  • Life Science Lending: Loans to healthcare companies.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Michael Gross is the Chairman and CEO. The company operates as a closed-end management investment company with a board of directors overseeing its operations.

Top Products and Market Share

Product Key Offerings logo Key Offerings

  • Senior Secured Loans: Senior secured loans to U.S. middle market companies. Market share information is not readily available. Competitors include other BDCs such as Ares Capital Corporation (ARCC), Main Street Capital (MAIN).
  • Equipment Leases and Loans: Provides equipment financing solutions, including leases and loans. Market share information is not readily available. Competitors include DLL Group, and TCF Capital Solutions.
  • Life Science Loans: Provides life science lending to healthcare companies. Market share information is not readily available. Competitors include Oxford Finance, Silicon Valley Bank.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The BDC industry is driven by the demand for financing by middle-market companies, regulatory environment (e.g., interest rates, leverage limits) and overall economic conditions. Equipment Finance sector is driven by need for companies to acquire or replace equipment.

Positioning

SLR Investment Corp. positions itself as a provider of customized financing solutions to middle-market companies. Its competitive advantage lies in its sector-specific expertise and focus on senior secured debt.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The total addressable market for middle-market lending is estimated to be in the hundreds of billions of dollars. The total addressable market for Equipment Finance is estimated to be in the hundreds of billions of dollars. SLR is relatively small compared to the overall TAM.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Experienced Management Team
  • Diversified Investment Portfolio
  • Focus on Senior Secured Debt
  • Disciplined Underwriting Process

Weaknesses

  • Reliance on External Financing
  • Exposure to Credit Risk
  • Sensitivity to Interest Rate Changes
  • Small Market Capitalization

Opportunities

  • Growing Middle-Market Lending Demand
  • Expansion into New Sectors
  • Increased Investment in Equipment Finance
  • Potential Acquisitions

Threats

  • Economic Downturn
  • Increased Competition
  • Regulatory Changes
  • Rising Interest Rates

Competitors and Market Share

Key competitor logo Key Competitors

  • ARCC
  • MAIN
  • TCPC

Competitive Landscape

SLR Investment Corp. faces competition from other BDCs and direct lenders. Its ability to differentiate itself through sector expertise and disciplined underwriting is crucial for its success.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Historical growth trends have been influenced by the company's investment strategies and market conditions.

Future Projections: Future growth projections depend on the company's ability to deploy capital effectively and manage credit risk.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include expanding its investment portfolio and diversifying its funding sources.

Summary

SLR Investment Corp. is a BDC focused on lending to middle-market companies, operating in a competitive landscape. Its strengths lie in its experienced management and diversified portfolio, but it faces risks related to credit quality and economic conditions. The company's future growth depends on its ability to capitalize on market opportunities and manage risks effectively.

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Sources and Disclaimers

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  • Company Presentations
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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 -
Full time employees -

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