SLR Investment Corp. (SLRC) is a closed-end, externally managed investment company that operates as a business development company (BDC) under the Investment Company Act of 1940. Founded in 2007, it primarily invests in privately held middle-market companies in the U.S., offering capital through senior secured loans, unsecured loans, and equity securities. With an investment portfolio totaling $2.2 billion, SLRC targets companies with annual revenues ranging from $50 million to $1 billion, focusing on sectors where capital supply is limited, thereby generating current income and capital appreciation for its stakeholders.
The company is managed by SLR Capital Partners, LLC, which benefits from the extensive expertise of its senior management in leveraged lending and private equity. The firm's strategy emphasizes direct origination of investments, often utilizing proprietary relationships to access unique opportunities in a competitive marketplace. By providing flexible financing solutions tailored to the needs of its portfolio companies, SLR Investment Corp. aims to capitalize on a significant demand for capital in the middle-market segment, while mitigating risks through thorough due diligence and ongoing portfolio management.