PennantPark Investment Corporation
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Daily timeframePennantPark Investment Corporation, a business development company is a private equity fund specializes in direct and mezzanine investments in middle market companies. With a market capitalization of $257.3M, it sits in micro-cap territory. It invests in the form of mezzanine debt, senior secured loans, and equity investments.
Market Cap
$257.3M
Beta
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P/E (TTM)
18.76
P/E (Fwd)
7.05
EPS (TTM)
$0.21
EPS (Fwd)
$0.56
ROE
3.0%
ROA
4.1%
Cash
$44.8M
Total Debt
$587.2M
Free CF
$117.2M
52W Change
-41.5%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
PennantPark Investment Corporation carries $587.2M in total debt against $44.8M in cash reserves — debt is roughly 13.1x the cash position. Managing this leverage effectively will be important for long-term financial stability. The company generates $117.2M in free cash flow annually, which funds everything from R&D to shareholder returns without needing external financing. Return on equity stands at 3.0%, which is modest for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. ROA of 4.1% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has been uneven over recent years, ranging from -$5.0M to $41.8M.
The debt-to-cash ratio suggests meaningful leverage on the balance sheet, a factor worth monitoring if credit conditions tighten. It is important to consider these factors alongside broader market conditions and individual financial goals when reviewing PNNT.