Horizon Technology Finance

Horizon Technology Finance Corp. operates as a specialty finance company, which engages in the provision of capital in the form of secured loans to venture capital backed companies. It is also involved in lending and investing in portfolio companies in technology, life science, healthcare information and services and cleantech industries. The company was founded by John C. Bombara, Daniel S. Devorsetz, Robert D. Pomeroy and Gerald A. Michaud on March 16, 2010 and is headquartered in Farmington, CT.

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Horizon Technology Finance excels in Q2 amidst venture challenges

Horizon Technology Finance delivered a strong performance in Q2 2024, supported by a resilient venture lending business and effective portfolio management.
While facing challenges in the venture capital environment and market uncertainties, the company remains focused on growth and stability.
Opportunities for portfolio expansion, funding, and strategic partnerships position Horizon Technology Finance for future success and value creation.

Horizon Technology Finance (HRZN) posts strong Q3 results amid growth opportunities

Horizon Technology Finance (HRZN) delivered a strong financial performance in Q3 2024, driven by robust net investment income and strategic partnerships.
While facing challenges in asset quality management and financial uncertainties, HRZN's focus on balance sheet strengthening and growth opportunities positions it well for the future.
By capitalizing on positive market trends, venture debt financing, and effective balance sheet management, HRZN aims to sustain its growth trajectory and enhance shareholder value.

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Horizon Technology Finance Corp., a traded fund, invests in companies located in the United States. The fund targets companies operating in the fields of technology, life science and sustainability sectors. It provides financing for later stage capital requirements.

- HRZN Originates $ 63.4 Million of New Loans in Q4 - - HRZN Ends 2023 with Committed Backlog of $218 Million -    FARMINGTON, Conn. , Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Horizon Technology Finance Corporation (NASDAQ: HRZN) ("Horizon"), an affiliate of Monroe Capital, and a leading specialty finance company that provides capital in the form of secured loans to venture capital-backed companies in the technology, life science, healthcare information and services, and sustainability industries, today provided its portfolio update for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2023 and an update on the lending platform ("Horizon Platform") of Horizon Technology Finance Management LLC ("HTFM"), its investment adviser.

Horizon Technology Finance Provides Fourth Quarter 2023 Portfolio Update

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Horizon Technology Finance focuses on lending to VC-profile companies with a heavy focus on early-stage growth companies. The majority of HRZN's portfolio is in inherently speculative sectors, such as life sciences and healthcare technology. Plus, HRZN carries a relatively debt-saturated balance sheet, which in the context of consistently deteriorating portfolio quality introduces a toxic combination.

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Horizon Technology Finance offers an attractive investment mix and has the potential for high total returns. The BDC suffered a deterioration in credit quality but still maintains robust dividend coverage and declared a special dividend. The stock is currently classified as a Hold due to the balance of pros and cons in its 3Q-23 results.

Horizon Technology Finance: This 11% Yield Is A Hold For BDC Investors

This update article details Q3 '23 earnings, changes in valuations, and health of HRZN's underlying companies. Net Investment Income was up 56% in Q3 2023, due to rising interest rates. Mgt. declared a $.05 supplemental dividend, and the regular monthly $.11 dividend.

Horizon Technology Finance: 11% Yield, Q3 '23 Update, NII Up 56%

Horizon Technology Finance is a leading venture lending company with solid historical returns, earning a position to diversify a strong BDC portfolio. Its dividend profile offers a sustainable 10% yield with persistent special dividends the last 4 years while preserving investor capital. The company has successfully balanced both intrinsic and extrinsic risks through its disciplined management and business model, while maintaining low market correlation.

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Horizon Technology Finance (NASDAQ:HRZN ) Q3 2023 Earnings Conference Call November 1, 2023 9:00 AM ET Company Participants Megan Bacon – Director, Investor Relations and Marketing Rob Pomeroy – Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Jerry Michaud – President Dan Trolio – Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Bryce Rowe – B. Riley Securities Christopher Nolan – Ladenburg Thalmann Ryan Lynch – KBW Operator Greetings, and welcome to Horizon Technology Finance Corporation Third Quarter 2023 Earnings Call.

Horizon Technology Finance (HRZN) Q3 2023 Earnings Call Transcript

FARMINGTON, Conn. , Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Horizon Technology Finance Corporation (NASDAQ: HRZN) ("Horizon") (the "Company"), an affiliate of Monroe Capital, and a leading specialty finance company that provides capital in the form of secured loans to venture capital backed companies in the technology, life science, healthcare information and services, and sustainability industries, announced today that its board of directors has declared monthly cash distributions of $0.11 per share, payable in each of January, February and March 2024, and a special distribution of $0.05 per share, payable in December 2023.

Horizon Technology Finance Announces Monthly Distributions for January, February and March 2024 Totaling $0.33 per Share and Special Distribution for December 2023 of $0.05 per Share

- Third Quarter 2023 Net Investment Income per Share of $0.53; NAV per Share of $10.41 - - Debt Portfolio Yield of 17.1% - - Grew Portfolio Year over Year by 15% to $729 Million - - Horizon Platform Ends Quarter with Committed Backlog of $222 Million, Including $202 Million in HRZN Commitments - - Declares Regular Monthly Distributions Totaling $0.33 per Share through March 2024 and $0.05 Special Distribution Payable in December 2023 - FARMINGTON, Conn. , Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Horizon Technology Finance Corporation (NASDAQ: HRZN) ("Horizon" or the "Company"), an affiliate of Monroe Capital, and a leading specialty finance company that provides capital in the form of secured loans to venture capital backed companies in the technology, life science, healthcare information and services, and sustainability industries, today announced its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2023.

Horizon Technology Finance Announces Third Quarter 2023 Financial Results

FARMINGTON, Conn. , Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Horizon Technology Finance Corporation (NASDAQ: HRZN) ("Horizon") (the "Company"), an affiliate of Monroe Capital, and a leading specialty finance company that provides capital in the form of secured loans to venture capital backed companies in the technology, life science, healthcare information and services, and sustainability industries, announced today that it plans to release financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2023 on Tuesday, October 31, 2023, after the close of market trading.

Horizon Technology Finance to Announce Third Quarter 2023 Financial Results

-          Horizon Platform Originates $88.9 Million of New Loans in Q3, including $ 88.4  Million of New Loans Funded by HRZN -  -          Horizon Platform Ends Quarter with Committed Backlog of $222 Million, including $202 Million in HRZN Commitments -    FARMINGTON, Conn. , Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Horizon Technology Finance Corporation (NASDAQ: HRZN) ("HRZN" or the "Company"), a leading specialty finance company that provides capital in the form of secured loans to venture capital backed companies in the technology, life science, healthcare information and services, and sustainability industries, today provided its portfolio update for the third quarter ended September 30, 2023 and an update on the lending platform ("Horizon Platform") of Horizon Technology Finance Management LLC ("HTFM"), its investment adviser and an affiliate of Monroe Capital.

Horizon Technology Finance Provides Third Quarter 2023 Portfolio Update

FARMINGTON, Conn. , Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Horizon Technology Finance Corporation (NASDAQ: HRZN) ("Horizon"), an affiliate of Monroe Capital, and a leading specialty finance company that provides capital in the form of secured loans to venture capital-backed companies in the technology, life science, healthcare information and services, and sustainability industries, announced today that on September 15, 2023 it provided a $35 million venture loan facility to Mirantis, Inc. ("Mirantis"), of which $20 million has been initially funded.

Horizon Technology Finance Provides $35 Million Venture Loan Facility to Mirantis

FARMINGTON, Conn. , Oct. 2, 2023  /PRNewswire/ -- Horizon Technology Finance Corporation (NASDAQ: HRZN) ("Horizon"), a leading specialty finance company that provides capital in the form of secured loans to venture capital backed companies in the technology, life science, healthcare information and services, and sustainability industries, today announced it has provided a $40 million venture loan facility to Elligo Health Research®, Inc. ("Elligo"), of which $25 million has been initially funded.

Horizon Technology Finance Provides $40 Million Venture Loan Facility to Elligo Health Research

Horizon Technology Finance is a high-dividend monthly payer that has given shareholders strong total returns. It focuses on growth sectors and generates above-average investment yields. HRZN has a healthy balance sheet, carries plenty of spillover income, and has the potential for future accretive equity raises.

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Horizon Technology Finance Corp. is a business development company that focuses on high-yielding investments in the tech and life science sectors. The company's portfolio is primarily invested in expansion-stage tech and life science companies, with a smaller allocation to early-stage and later-stage firms. HRZN has seen strong earnings growth, benefiting from rising interest rates and the pullback of banks from commercial loans. The company also maintains a strong dividend coverage rate.

Horizon Technology Finance: 10% Tech And Life Science Yield, Monthly Payer

FARMINGTON, Conn. , Sept. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Horizon Technology Finance Management LLC ("Horizon"), the manager and investment adviser for Horizon Technology Finance Corporation (NASDAQ: HRZN) and an affiliate of Monroe Capital, today announced that it has hired Paul A.

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Horizon Technology Finance: Moderately Attractive 11.1% Dividend Yield (Downgrade)

Horizon is currently paying its common shareholders an 11.1% dividend yield. This is paid out on a monthly distribution schedule and only formed 61% of the BDC's net investment income for its recent second quarter. NAV declined on a per-share basis on the back of what was a dramatic expansion of the BDC's number of outstanding shares.

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