Capital Southwest projects Q1 GAAP EPS above analyst estimates
Capital Southwest Corporation released preliminary Q1 FY27 results, estimating GAAP EPS of $0.58-$0.59 against a $0.55 analyst estimate. Pre-tax net investment income is projected at $0.57-$0.58 per share, with net asset value per share between $16.55 and $16.65. Full results are due August 3, 2026.
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Capital Southwest Corporation has released preliminary operating results for the first quarter of its 2027 fiscal year, projecting GAAP earnings per share between $0.58 and $0.59. This guidance surpasses the analyst estimate of $0.55, indicating a stronger performance than anticipated for the internally managed business development company focused on middle market financing.
The company estimates pre-tax net investment income to be in the range of $0.57 to $0.58 per share. Additionally, the preliminary estimate for net asset value per share stands between $16.55 and $16.65 as of June 30, 2026.
Preliminary Financial Estimates
The following table outlines the preliminary financial metrics for the first quarter of the 2027 fiscal year:
| Metric | Preliminary Range |
|---|---|
| GAAP Earnings Per Share | $0.58 - $0.59 |
| Pre-tax Net Investment Income per Share | $0.57 - $0.58 |
| Net Asset Value per Share | $16.55 - $16.65 |
Capital Southwest will release its finalized first quarter 2027 results on Monday, August 3, 2026 after the market closes. In conjunction with the release, Capital Southwest has scheduled a live webcast on Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time. Investors may participate in the webcast via the Investor Relations section of Capital Southwest's website at www.capitalsouthwest.com . A replay of the webcast will be available shortly after the call.
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