PennantPark Floating Rate Capital
Acquisition of MCG Capital Corporation
Investor Presentation
April 29, 2015
Subject Company: MCG Capital Corporation
and deemed filed pursuant to Rule 14a-12 of the Securities
Exchange Act of 1934 (File No. 814-00239)
Filed by PennantPark Floating Rate Capital Ltd.
Pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933
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Forward-looking Statements and Risk Factors
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This presentation contains "forward-looking statements"
within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 that relate to future events, performance or financial condition of
PennantPark Floating Rate Capital Ltd. (PFLT) and MCG
Capital Corporation (MCGC). Statements other than statements of historical facts included in this press release may constitute forward-looking
statements and are not guarantees of future performance or results and
involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements as a result
of a number of factors, including those described from time to time in
filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Neither PFLT nor MCGC undertakes any duty to update any forward-looking
statement made herein. All forward-looking statements speak only
as of the date of this presentation.
However, by their nature, these forward-looking statements involve
numerous assumptions, uncertainties and opportunities, both general and specific. The risk exists that these statements may not be fulfilled.
We caution readers of this presentation not to place undue reliance on
these forward-looking statements as a number of factors could cause future company results to differ materially from these statements.
Forward-looking statements may be influenced in particular by
factors such as the ability of the parties to consummate the transaction described in this press release on the expected timeline (or at all), the
failure of PFLT or MCGC stockholders to approve the proposed merger,
the ability to realize the anticipated benefits of the transaction, the effects of disruption on the companies business from the proposed
merger, the effect that the announcement or consummation of the merger
may have on the trading price of the common stock of PFLT or MCGC, the combined companys plans, expectations, objectives and
intentions, the other factors described from time to time in the
companies filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, fluctuations in interest rates and stock indices, the effects of competition in
the areas in which we operate, and changes in economic, political and
regulatory conditions. We caution that the foregoing list is not exhaustive.
When relying on forward-looking statements to make decisions,
investors should carefully consider the aforementioned factors as well as other uncertainties and events. The performance data quoted
represents past performance and does not guarantee future results. The
performance stated may have been due to extraordinary market conditions, which may not be duplicated in the future. Current
performance may be lower or higher than the performance data quoted.
We refer you to the list of risk factors set forth in PFLTs most
recent Annual Report on Form 10-K, a copy of which may be obtained on PFLTs website at www.pennantpark.com or the SECs website at
www.sec.gov. Specifically, an investment in PFLTs common stock
involves significant risks, including the risk that the secondary market price of PFLTs common stock may decline from the offering price and
may be less than PFLTs net asset value per share, as well as the
risk that the price of PFLTs common stock in the secondary market may be highly volatile. Please see a discussion of these risks and other
related risks in PFLTs most recent Annual Report on Form
10-K under Item 1A - Risks Relating to an Investment in Our Common Stock.
This presentation contains certain information as is set forth in
PFLTs reports on Form 10-K or 10-Q and we direct you to these reports for further information on our business.
IMPORTANT ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND WHERE TO FIND IT
This communication is being made in respect of the proposed business
combination involving PFLT and MCGC. In connection with the proposed transaction, PFLT plans to file with the SEC a Registration
Statement on Form N-14 that includes proxy statements of PFLT and
MCGC and that also constitutes a prospectus of PFLT. The definitive Joint Proxy Statement/Prospectus will be mailed to stockholders of
PFLT and MCGC. INVESTORS AND SECURITY HOLDERS OF PFLT AND MCGC
ARE URGED TO READ THE JOINT PROXY STATEMENT/PROSPECTUS AND OTHER DOCUMENTS FILED WITH THE
SEC CAREFULLY IN THEIR ENTIRETY WHEN THEY BECOME AVAILABLE BECAUSE
THEY WILL CONTAIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE PROPOSED TRANSACTION.
Investors and security holders will be able to obtain free copies of the
Registration Statement and Joint Proxy Statement/Prospectus (when available) and other documents filed with the SEC by each
of
PFLT
and
MCGC
through
the
web
site
maintained
by
the
SEC
at
www.sec.gov.
Free
copies
of
the
Registration
Statement
and
Joint
Proxy
Statement/Prospectus
(when
available)
and
other
documents filed with the SEC can also be obtained on PFLTs website
at www.pennantpark.com or on MCGs website at www.mcgcapital.com.
PFLT and MCGC and their respective directors, executive officers and
certain other members of management and employees may be deemed to be participants in the solicitation of proxies from PFLT and
MCGC stockholders in respect of the acquisition. Information regarding
the persons who may, under the rules of the SEC, be considered participants in the solicitation of the PFLT and MCGC stockholders in
connection with the proposed acquisition will be set forth in the
Joint Proxy Statement/Prospectus when it is filed with the SEC. You can find information about PFLTs executive officers and directors in its
definitive proxy statement filed with the SEC on November 26,
2014. You can find information about MCGCs executive officers and directors in its Annual Report on Form 10-K/A for the year ended
December 31, 2014 filed with the SEC on April 29, 2015. You can
obtain free copies of these documents from PFLT and MCGC in the manner set forth above.
This presentation does not constitute an offer to sell or the
solicitation of an offer to buy nor will there be any sale of securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior
to the registration or qualification under the securities laws of such
jurisdiction. A registration statement relating to these securities will be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, and the securities
may not be sold until the registration statement becomes
effective. Investors are advised to carefully consider the investment objectives, risks and charges and expenses of PFLT before investing in its securities.
PROXY SOLICITATION |
Section I.
Proposed Transaction & Rationale
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The Acquisition
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PFLT
was
founded
in
2011
to
provide
middle
market
senior
secured
floating
rate
loans
to
our
sponsor
and corporate clients and attractive and stable returns to
investors PFLT has performed well since inception
Since 2013 PFLT has had a total return of 33% compared to a total
return of 18% for the BDC index
(1)
and
a
total
return
of
(2%)
for
the
senior
secured
floating
rate
BDCs
(2)
The
acquisition
of
MCGC
should
enable
PFLT
to
better
capture
the
middle
market
opportunity
for
our
borrowers and shareholders
More relevant for borrowers due to broader platform
Larger float and liquidity for shareholders
Economies of scale
Approximately 70% of MCGCs assets are cash as of April 1,
2015 PFLT has valued each of MCGCs four remaining
investments and is comfortable with current marks All four
investments are debt investments that have debt / EBITDA ratios below 4.0x, which is
consistent with PFLTs existing portfolio
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(1)
Represents 51 publicly traded BDCs. Market data as of 4/24/15.
(2)
Includes SUNS, FSFR and ACSF. Market data as of 4/24/15.
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Transaction Summary
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Estimated Consideration
Mix at Closing:
$167 million in PFLT common stock ($4.521 per MCGC share)
$8 million in cash contribution from PennantPark Investment Advisers, LLC (the
Adviser) ($0.226 per MCGC share)
Aggregate
Consideration:
$175 million
Exchange Ratio:
Floating, based on value of $4.521 per share of MCGC common stock
PFLT common stock to be valued at the greater of NAV and the 10 day
volume- weighted average price (VWAP) per share of PFLT
common stock prior to the second trading day prior to closing
Cash Consideration:
$0.226 per share of MCGC common stock (approximately $8 million in the aggregate),
paid by the Adviser
The Adviser will contribute up to an additional $0.25 per PFLT share issued in
this transaction to the extent PFLTs 10 day VWAP as calculated above
is less than PFLT NAV
Governance:
The Adviser to remain as external manager of the combined company
Two
members
of
the
MCGC
Board
of
Directors
expected
to
join
PFLT
Board
of
Directors
at closing
Expected Closing:
Q3 2015
Required Approvals:
Approval of both MCGC and PFLT stockholders |
Key Benefits of Combination and Synergies
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Almost doubles market capitalization, creating more float and
liquidity for shareholders Elimination of duplicative public
company expenses Increases scale and competitive relevance with
financial sponsors and other borrowers Larger asset base
enables greater diversification within the overall portfolio as well as economies of
scale
Enhanced scale benefiting float and liquidity while spreading fixed
costs over a larger asset base Serves
as
a
synthetic
equity
raise
without
NAV
dilution
to
PFLT
shareholders
(before
typical
deal
expenses)
Permits MCGC stockholders to maintain ongoing participation in the
combined company and resume monthly dividend
participation 5
Shareholders will continue to benefit from a proven credit manager that
has had a track record of consistent and growing
dividends |
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PFLT and MCGC Combined
Externally managed by PennantPark
$343 million investment portfolio at value on balance
sheet
(1)
72 portfolio companies across 21 different industries on
balance sheet
(1)
Average investment size of $4.8 million
(1)
95% floating rate investments
(1)
PennantPark Investment Advisers, LLC has deployed
over $4.3 billion across nearly 350 companies since 2007
(1)
$200 million five-year credit facility at L+200
(1)
Monthly dividends of $0.095 per share
Leader in the externally managed BDC space as
measured by expense ratio and efficiency ratio
(1)
PFLT
MCGC
Internally managed
$50
million
investment
portfolio
on
balance
sheet
(2)
Cash position of $116 million
(2)
Portfolio of 4 debt securities with debt / EBITDA ratios
under 4.0x
(2)
Has been in the process of liquidating its portfolio and
buying back stock via a December 2014 tender offer
Announced that it is exploring strategic alternatives on
February 9, 2015
Founded in 1998, went public in 2001 and is
headquartered in Arlington, VA
PFLT and MCGC
Larger market capitalization and greater trading liquidity for
investors Continued focus on middle market senior loans
Elimination of MCGCs cost burden associated with being a
standalone public entity Externally managed by
PennantPark 1)
As of 12/31/14.
2)
As of 3/31/15. |
Value to MCGC Shareholders
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Receiving PFLT shares represents attractive currency as the company
provides investors with capital preservation and current
income MCGC shareholders can benefit from appreciation of
stock price and PFLT has increased dividends since
inception 15.8%
premium to MCGCs stock price on April 28, 2015
Partnership with Best
In-Class Manager
PFLT has a shareholder friendly expense structure
One of the lowest cost BDCs relative to asset base
(1)
PFLT has the highest annual and total returns among the
floating rate-focused BDCs
(2)
Since 2013, PFLT has had a total return of 33% compared to a total
return of 18% for the BDC index
(3)
and a total return of (2%) for the senior secured floating
rate BDCs
(4)
Was the only floating rate BDC in 2014 to have positive returns at
8% PFLTs external manager has experience with public
vehicles since 2007 (PNNTs IPO)
Funded $4.3 billion in 350 companies since inception across
PennantPark entities (5)
145 different sponsor clients since inception across
PennantPark entities
(5)
Attractive Entry Point
into PFLT from
Valuation Perspective
Strategic Reorientation
into Attractive Floating
Rate Market
Floating rate loans help protect against inflation and rising
interest rates PFLT has a diversified and defensive portfolio
with a weighted average cash interest coverage of 3.2x
(5)
Senior secured loans have strong capital preservation
attributes PFLT has a solid dividend track record, paying
monthly dividends of $0.095 per share
1)
SNL Financial as of most recent quarterly financials.
2)
SNL Financial as of 4/24/15.
3)
Represents 51 publicly traded BDCs.
4)
Includes SUNS, FSFR and ACSF.
5)
As of 12/31/14. |
Demonstrated Ability to Deploy Capital
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PFLT has demonstrated an ability to quickly ramp assets, while
maintaining strong credit quality, after equity offerings
PFLT Portfolio Size and Debt Yield
($ in millions)
Ramp after $100mm IPO
Ramp after two follow-on offerings
1%
2%
3%
4%
5%
6%
7%
8%
9%
10%
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
$350
$400
$450
Jun
-11
Sep-11
Dec-11
Mar-12
Jun
-12
Sep-12
Dec-12
Mar-13
Jun
-13
Sep-13
Dec-13
Mar-14
Jun
-14
Sep-14
Dec-14
Total Portfolio Size
Yield on Portfolio |
Increased Relevance in Senior Secured Middle Market
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Through the proposed acquisition of MCGC, PFLT will be able to become
more relevant with financial sponsors and borrowers and have a
greater opportunity to identify high quality assets in a large market
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Middle Market Origination Volume by Quarter vs. PFLT Portfolio
Size Note: Mid-market defined as issuers with EBITDA of $50
million or less. Source: S&P, represents senior secured
loans. $0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
$5,000
$6,000
2Q11
3Q11
4Q11
1Q12
2Q12
3Q12
4Q12
1Q13
2Q13
3Q13
4Q13
1Q14
2Q14
3Q14
4Q14
Mid-Market Volume
PFLT Portfolio Size |
Efficiency Ratio
Expense Ratio
Expense Ratio Comparisons
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PFLT offers current MCGC shareholders a friendly expense
structure In terms of non-interest expense efficiencies,
PFLT is a leader in the externally managed BDC space as
measured by expense ratio and efficiency ratio
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Non-Interest Expenses
Average Assets
Expense
Ratio
=
Non-Interest Expenses
Non-Interest
Income
+
=
Efficiency
Ratio
Net Interest
Income
Note: Includes all externally-managed BDCs that are paying a
regular cash dividend. Excludes BDCs that have not filed quarterly financials since Q3'14.
Source: SNL Financial as of most recent quarterly financials.
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
80%
90%
100%
Mkt. Cap. Between $500M and $1B
Mkt. Cap. Between $200M and $500M
Mkt. Cap. Less Than $200M
Floating Rate Snr. Secured Vehicles
0%
1%
2%
3%
4%
5%
6%
7%
8%
9%
10%
Mkt. Cap. Between $500M and $1B
Mkt. Cap. Between $200M and $500M
Mkt. Cap. Less Than $200M
Floating Rate Snr. Secured Vehicles
Higher
Cost
Structures
Higher
Cost
Structures |
Section II.
PFLTs Value Proposition
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Value Oriented Investment Philosophy
PennantPark Investment Advisers, LLC
Established Credit Platform
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As of 12/31/14
The Adviser founded in 2007
Deep expertise in the middle market
Longer investment horizon with attractive
publicly traded model
Value oriented with a focus on capital preservation
Disciplined investment approach with strong credit
performance
Proprietary origination, research and evaluation
Team approach
institutionalized investment process
and relationships
Established long-term trust with clients and investors
NASDAQ: PNNT
IPO Date: April 2007
NASDAQ: PFLT
IPO Date: April 2011
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Established Investment Platform
2nd Lien
Secured Debt
13%
1st Lien Senior
Secured Debt
84%
Subordinated
Debt, Common
and Perferred
Equity
3%
Common and
Preferred
Equity
8%
1st Lien
Senior
Secured
Debt
32%
Subordinated
Debt
16%
2nd Lien
Secured
Debt
44% |
PFLT has a Compelling Track Record
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Shareholders will continue to benefit from a proven credit manager
that has had consistent and growing dividends
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Portfolio Size ($ in millions) and Debt Yield
Total Portfolio Size
Yield on Portfolio
5.00
6.00
7.00
7.50
8.00
8.25
8.50
8.75
9.00
9.50
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
1%
2%
3%
4%
5%
6%
7%
8%
9%
10%
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
$350
$400
$450
Monthly Dividends (cents per share) |
The PFLT Advantage
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Conservative Risk Management
Weighed
Average
cash
interest
coverage
of
3.2x
(1)
Weighted
Average
debt
/
EBITDA
through
PFLT
security
of
3.8x
(1)
84%
of
PFLT
portfolio
is
1st
Lien
Senior
Secured
Debt
(1)
Since inception four years ago, PFLT has had only one non-accrual
at a cost of $2.2 million. So far, PFLT has recovered 97 cents
on the dollar on this investment PennantPark entities have had
only 9 non-accruals out of 350 investments since inception eight years ago
despite the recession and credit crisis
(1)
As of 12/31/14. |
Pro-Forma Overall Portfolio as of 12/31/2014
Highly
Diversified
Industry
Mix
(1)
Portfolio Overview
94% Floating rate investments
(including 88% with a floor)
Annualized Dividend Yield of 8.1%
(2)
Total Portfolio: $393 million
Source: Company Financial Statements.
Note: Portfolio companies from MCGC include: C7 Data Centers, GMC
Television Broadcasting, RadioPharmacy Investors, South Bay Mental Health and Broadview Networks Holdings at 3/31/15 fair value marks.
(1)
Total
of
21
industries.
Other
includes:
Beverage,
Foodand
Tobacco
/MetalsandMining
/
Telecommunications.
(2)
Based on a $0.095 monthly dividend and closing price on 3/31/15.
Average Investment Size: $5.1 million
77 Different Companies
Portfolio Mix
Yield at Cost on Debt Portfolio: 8.9%
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MEDIA: DIVERSIFIED AND
PRODUCTION
1%
CHEMICALS, PLASTICS AND
RUBBER
1%
OTHER
2%
ENERGY: OIL AND GAS
2%
WHOLESALE
3%
AUTOMOTIVE
3%
CONSTRUCTION AND
BUILDING
3%
AEROSPACE AND DEFENSE
3%
CONSUMER GOODS:
NON -
3%
MEDIA: BROADCASTING
AND SUBSCRIPTION
4%
BANKING, FINANCE,
INSURANCE & REAL
ESTATE
4%
CONSUMER GOODS:
DURABLE
5%
RETAIL
5%
MEDIA: ADVERTISING,
PRINTING AND
PUBLISHING
6%
HOTEL, GAMING AND
LEISURE
7%
CONSUMER SERVICES
7%
BUSINESS SERVICES
13%
HIGH TECH INDUSTRIES
13%
PHARMACEUTICALS
15%
0
SUBORDINATED
DEBT, PREFERRED
AND COMMON
EQUITY
5%
2ND LIEN SECURED
DEBT
11%
1ST LIEN SENIOR
SECURED DEBT
84%
DURABLE
HEALTHCARE AND |
PFLT Post Acquisition
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A leader in middle market senior secured loans
An ability to leverage a proven track record of capital preservation
and current income for shareholders Ability to capture more
share and become more relevant to our clients Ramp up in a
prudent manner consistent with historical performance and market opportunity
Combined business will have low fees and eliminate duplicative public
company costs Greater liquidity and float for
shareholders |