Trinity Capital

Trinity Capital, Inc. engages in operation of an internally managed specialty lending company. It offers equipment lease line of credit, senior venture loan, subordinated term loan, and refinance existing venture debt. The company's financial products include equipment financing, senior venture loan, subordinated term loan and refinance existing venture debt. Trinity Capital was founded in January 2008 by Steven L. Brown and is headquartered in Phoenix, AZ.

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Trinity Capital reports strong Q4 results and explores growth opportunities

Trinity Capital's Q4 2022 performance showcased robust growth in assets and investment income, supported by a well-structured debt portfolio.
While facing challenges with increased leverage and anticipated early repayments, the company remains optimistic about future opportunities.
Exploring new structures, dividend increases, and strategic capital allocation highlight Trinity Capital's proactive approach to growth and income generation.

Trinity Capital reports strong Q1 earnings, navigates market challenges

Trinity Capital delivered a solid Q1 performance, marked by significant growth in investment income and a strategic dividend increase. While facing market challenges and operational complexities, the company remains focused on leveraging opportunities in the VC ecosystem and strengthening its financial position.

Trinity Capital reports robust Q2 growth and eyes venture opportunities

Trinity Capital's Q2 2023 earnings call highlighted strong financial performance, dividend growth, and a focus on strategic execution. With a solid debt portfolio, ample liquidity, and a commitment to maintaining credit quality, the company is well-positioned for future growth. Opportunities in venture capital investments and life sciences sector expansion signal a promising outlook for Trinity Capital.

Trinity Capital reports robust Q3 earnings, appoints new leadership

Trinity Capital's Q3 earnings call showcased strong financial performance, dividend growth, and leadership transition. The company's robust operational performance and stable portfolio position it well for future growth. Challenges in market dynamics and capital management require strategic focus, while opportunities in the macro environment offer avenues for expansion.

Trinity Capital reports record fundings and strong portfolio management

Trinity Capital delivered a strong performance in Q4 2023, with record fundings, increased AUM, and net investment income, supported by proactive portfolio management strategies.
Despite challenges like nonaccrual portfolio companies, Trinity's strengths in liquidity, capital management, and portfolio diversification offer resilience and growth potential.
Opportunities lie in the company's robust investment pipeline, tech lending expansion, and efficient capital deployment plans, positioning Trinity for continued success in a dynamic market.

Trinity Capital excels in Q1 with strong performance and growth strategies

Trinity Capital's Q1 2024 earnings call highlighted strong financial performance, stable credit quality, and strategic growth initiatives. The company's focus on credit underwriting, unique culture, and diversified business verticals position it for continued success. Challenges lie in managing leverage effectively and mitigating risks in debt funding amidst a competitive landscape.

Trinity Capital excels in Q2 2024, eyes growth opportunities

Trinity Capital's Q2 2024 performance reflects robust financial achievements, strategic expansion, and a commitment to maintaining credit quality and shareholder value.
The company's strengths lie in its diversified business lines, strong risk management practices, and proactive approach to driving growth through strategic partnerships.
While facing challenges in managing growth and regulatory considerations, Trinity has opportunities to capitalize on its strengths, explore new markets, and enhance shareholder returns.

Trinity Capital reports record Q3 earnings, eyes European expansion

Trinity Capital delivered strong financial performance in Q3 2024, with record net investment income and dividend consistency showcasing stability and growth.
The company's strategic initiatives, unique structure, and focus on credit quality position Trinity for sustainable expansion and shareholder value creation.
While facing challenges related to rapid growth and operational transparency, Trinity has opportunities to diversify, strengthen market position, and enhance investor relations.
Overall, Trinity's performance, strengths, and opportunities outweigh the challenges, indicating a positive outlook for continued growth and value creation.

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Trinity Capital, Inc. engages in the operation of an internally managed specialty lending company. It offers equipment lease line of credit, senior venture loan, subordinated term loan, and refinance existing venture debt. The company's financial products include equipment financing, senior venture loan, subordinated term loan, and refinance existing venture debt. The company was founded by Steven L. Brown in January 2008 and is headquartered in Phoenix, AZ.

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PHOENIX , Nov. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Trinity Capital Inc. (NASDAQ: TRIN) ("Trinity"), a leading provider of diversified financial solutions to growth-oriented companies, today announced the commitment of $40 million in growth capital to Impress, a leading orthodontic chain in Europe, specializing in invisible aligners. Headquartered in Barcelona, Spain, Impress' network of clinics spans multiple European countries and serves over 250,000 patients annually.

Trinity Capital Inc. Provides $40 Million in Growth Capital to Impress

TRIN intends to reward its shareholders with the announcement of a new share repurchase program. Additionally, dividend payouts will enhance shareholder value.

Trinity Capital Stock Up 1.8% on Announcement of Share Repurchase Plan

PHOENIX , Nov. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Trinity Capital Inc. (Nasdaq: TRIN) ("Trinity" or the "Company"), a leading provider of diversified financial solutions to growth-oriented companies, today announced that its board of directors has authorized a program for the purpose of repurchasing up to $30 million worth of the Company's common stock. Under the repurchase program, Trinity may, but is not obligated to, repurchase its outstanding common stock in the open market from time to time, provided that Trinity complies with applicable policies and laws, including certain price, market, volume, and timing constraints specified in Rule 10b-18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended.

Trinity Capital Inc. Announces Stock Repurchase Program

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Trinity Capital Inc. (NASDAQ:TRIN ) Q3 2024 Earnings Conference Call October 30, 2024 12:00 PM ET Company Participants Ben Malcolmson - Head, Investor Relations Kyle Brown - Chief Executive Officer Michael Testa - Chief Financial Officer Gerry Harder - Chief Operating Officer Ron Kundich - Chief Credit Officer Conference Call Participants Casey Alexander - Compass Point Christopher Nolan - Ladenburg Tallman Bryce Rowe - B. Riley Matthew Hurwit - Jefferies Finian O'Shea - Wells Fargo Securities Paul Johnson - KBW Doug Harter - UBS Operator Good morning, ladies and gentlemen.

Trinity Capital Inc. (TRIN) Q3 2024 Earnings Call Transcript

Trinity Capital (TRIN) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.52 per share, in line with the Zacks Consensus Estimate. This compares to earnings of $0.55 per share a year ago.

Trinity Capital (TRIN) Matches Q3 Earnings Estimates

Return on average equity of 16.2% NII climbs to a record of $29.4 million, or $0.54 per share Total investment income grows 33% year-over-year PHOENIX , Oct. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Trinity Capital Inc. (Nasdaq: TRIN) ("Trinity" or the "Company"), a leading provider of diversified financial solutions to growth-oriented companies, today announced its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2024. Third Quarter 2024 Highlights Record total investment income of $61.8 million, an increase of 33.2% year-over-year Record net investment income ("NII") of $29.4 million, or $0.54 per basic share Net increase in net assets resulting from operations of $24.4 million, or $0.45 per basic share 16.2% Return on Average Equity "ROAE" (NII/Average Equity) 7.1% Return on Average Assets "ROAA" (NII/Average Assets) Net Asset Value of $756.8 million, or $13.13 per share at the end of Q3 Total gross investment commitments of $629.2 million Total gross investments funded of $459.0 million, comprised of $254.5 million in 11 new portfolio companies, $202.3 million across 20 existing portfolio companies and $2.2 million in the multi-sector holdings Total investment exits and repayments of $198.4 million, including $100.4 million from early debt repayments and refinancings, $56.8 million from scheduled/amortizing debt payments and $41.2 million from investments sold primarily to multi-sector holdings Total platform assets under management ("AUM") increased to a total of $2.0 billion, up 54% year-over-year 19th consecutive quarter of a consistent or increased regular dividend, with a third quarter distribution of $0.51 per share "Trinity's record third-quarter performance is a testament to our team's focus on disciplined underwriting and proactive portfolio management," said Kyle Brown, Chief Executive Officer of Trinity.

Trinity Capital Inc. Reports Third Quarter 2024 Financial Results

PHOENIX , Oct. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Trinity Capital Inc. (Nasdaq: TRIN) ("Trinity" or the "Company"), a leading provider of diversified financial solutions to growth-oriented companies, today announced it has closed a private notes offering totaling $142.5 million in aggregate principal amount of unsecured Series A Notes (as defined below). "We are pleased by this transaction being oversubscribed from the launch amount of $100 million," said Kyle Brown, Chief Executive Officer of Trinity Capital.

Trinity Capital Inc. Closes $142.5 Million Notes Offering

Trinity Capital offers a high 15% dividend yield, but investors should be cautious due to recent disappointments from other BDCs. The BDC's originations in Q3'24 grew due to high demand for new capital in the technology sector. Despite a current dividend coverage ratio of 1.04X, Trinity Capital's net investment income and coverage ratio have declined over the last four quarters.

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PHOENIX , Oct. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Trinity Capital Inc. (NASDAQ: TRIN) ("Trinity"), a leading provider of diversified financial solutions to growth-oriented companies, today announced the commitment of $40 million in growth capital to Beam Benefits ("Beam"), a digitally native employee benefits company. Founded in 2012, Beam began by modernizing dental benefits.

Trinity Capital Inc. Provides $40 Million in Growth Capital to Beam Benefits

Trinity Capital offers a solid double-digit dividend yield, focusing on venture debt and equipment financing. TRIN's valuation looks more attractive than the last time we checked in on this BDC, suggesting a better value for adventurous investors to take a position. Internally managed BDCs like TRIN often trade at higher premiums; comparisons to peers like MAIN and HTGC highlight TRIN's potential for some expansion there.

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Record $459 million of fundings in the third quarter of 2024 PHOENIX , Oct. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Trinity Capital Inc.  (Nasdaq: TRIN) ("Trinity" or the "Company"), a leading provider of diversified financial solutions to growth-oriented companies, today announced a portfolio update for the third quarter of 2024. Trinity originated a record $635 million of investments in the third quarter of 2024, bringing total new commitments for the first three quarters of 2024 to $1.2 billion.

Trinity Capital Inc. Originates a Record $635 Million in the Third Quarter of 2024

PHOENIX , Oct. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Trinity Capital Inc. (Nasdaq: TRIN) ("Trinity" or the "Company"), a leading provider of diversified financial solutions to growth-stage companies, today announced that the Company will now be hosting its third quarter 2024 conference call at 8:00 a.m. PT (11:00 a.m.

Trinity Capital Inc. Announces Time Change for its Third Quarter 2024 Conference Call

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PHOENIX , Oct. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Trinity Capital Inc. (Nasdaq: TRIN) ("Trinity" or the "Company"), a leading provider of diversified financial solutions to growth-stage companies, today announced that it will release its third quarter 2024 financial results before market open on Wednesday, October 30, 2024. The Company will discuss its financial results on a conference call later that day at 9:00 a.m.

Trinity Capital Inc. Provides Details for Third Quarter 2024 Financial Results and Conference Call

Trinity Capital offers a 14.7% yield, supported by a diversified portfolio and favorable floating-rate debt profile, making it attractive for income-focused investors. Despite robust portfolio growth and solid returns on equity and assets, TRIN faces challenges like elevated non-accruals, higher operating expenses, and stagnant NII per share growth. TRIN's valuation at 1.06x Price-to-NAV is lower compared to internally-managed peers, reflecting its risks with potential for improved efficiencies and growth down the line.

Trinity Capital: 15% Yield With Room For Improvement

I am downgrading Trinity Capital (TRIN) to a hold due to concerns about dividend sustainability amid anticipated declines in net investment income from interest rate cuts. TRIN's diversified portfolio and solid credit facility position it well for new investment opportunities. Lower rates can increase the volume of new deals in the market. Despite positive Q2 earnings and strong liquidity, TRIN's modest dividend coverage and lack of NAV growth raise caution about future performance.

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PHOENIX , Sept. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Trinity Capital Inc. (Nasdaq: TRIN) ("Trinity" or the "Company"), a leading provider of diversified financial solutions to growth-stage companies, today announced an increase to $510 million of total commitments under its credit facility led by KeyBank N.A.

Trinity Capital Inc. Increases its Credit Facility to $510 Million

19th Consecutive Quarter of a Consistent or Increased Dividend PHOENIX , Sept. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Trinity Capital Inc.  (Nasdaq: TRIN) ("Trinity Capital" or the "Company"), a leading provider of diversified financial solutions to growth-stage companies, today announced that its Board of Directors declared a cash dividend of $0.51 per share with respect to the quarter ending September 30, 2024.

Trinity Capital Inc. Declares Cash Dividend of $0.51 per Share for the Third Quarter of 2024

Trinity Capital Inc. has shown strong performance with a 21% increase in net investment income year-over-year, despite a slight decline in quarterly NII. The Trinity business development company maintains a robust liquidity position and a robust investment pipeline, positioning it well for future growth. Lower interest rates may impact financials, but increased investment activity and a strong balance sheet should offset some headwinds.

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