Carlyle Secured Lending Sells Subsidiary for $1.1B
Ticker: CGBD · Form: 8-K · Filed: Oct 16, 2024 · CIK: 1544206
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Company | Carlyle Secured Lending, Inc. (CGBD) |
| Form Type | 8-K |
| Filed Date | Oct 16, 2024 |
| Risk Level | medium |
| Pages | 2 |
| Reading Time | 2 min |
| Sentiment | neutral |
Sentiment: neutral
Topics: divestiture, acquisition, financing
TL;DR
CSL selling CGM to Golub for $1.1B cash, closing Q4 2024.
AI Summary
Carlyle Secured Lending, Inc. (CSL) announced on October 16, 2024, that it has entered into a definitive agreement to sell its wholly-owned subsidiary, Carlyle GMS Finance, Inc. (CGM), to Golub Capital Partners, L.P. for approximately $1.1 billion in cash. This transaction is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2024, subject to customary closing conditions.
Why It Matters
This significant divestiture by Carlyle Secured Lending, Inc. could reshape its strategic focus and financial structure, potentially impacting its future investment strategies and shareholder returns.
Risk Assessment
Risk Level: medium — The sale of a major subsidiary introduces execution risk and potential impacts on future earnings and strategic direction.
Key Numbers
- $1.1B — Sale Price (Total cash consideration for the sale of Carlyle GMS Finance, Inc.)
Key Players & Entities
- Carlyle Secured Lending, Inc. (company) — Seller
- Carlyle GMS Finance, Inc. (company) — Subsidiary being sold
- Golub Capital Partners, L.P. (company) — Buyer
- $1.1 billion (dollar_amount) — Sale price
- October 16, 2024 (date) — Announcement date
- fourth quarter of 2024 (date) — Expected closing period
FAQ
What is the primary purpose of this Form 8-K filing?
This Form 8-K is filed to report a material event, specifically the definitive agreement for the sale of Carlyle GMS Finance, Inc.
Who is the buyer in this transaction?
Golub Capital Partners, L.P. is the buyer of Carlyle GMS Finance, Inc.
What is the expected closing timeframe for the sale?
The transaction is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2024.
What is the form of consideration for the sale?
The sale is for approximately $1.1 billion in cash.
What is the name of the subsidiary being sold?
The subsidiary being sold is Carlyle GMS Finance, Inc.
Filing Stats: 520 words · 2 min read · ~2 pages · Grade level 11.2 · Accepted 2024-10-16 16:01:47
Filing Documents
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- cgbd_2024930xxex991earning.htm (EX-99.1) — 8KB
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01 – Regulation FD Disclosure
Item 7.01 – Regulation FD Disclosure On October 16, 2024 , Carlyle Secured Lending, Inc. (the "Company") issued a press release announcing that it will host a conference call at 11:00 a.m. EST on Wednesday, November 6, 2024 to announce its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2024. A copy of the press release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1. The information disclosed under this Item 7.01, including Exhibit 99.1 hereto, is being furnished and shall not be deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and shall not be deemed incorporated by reference into any filing made under the Securities Act 1933, except as expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.
01 – Financial Statements and Exhibits
Item 9.01 – Financial Statements and Exhibits (d) Exhibits: Exhibit Number Description 99.1 Press Release, dated October 16, 2024 104 Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document).
SIGNATURES
SIGNATURES Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized. CARLYLE SECURED LENDING, INC. (Registrant) Dated: October 16, 2024 By: /s/ Thomas M. Hennigan Name: Thomas M. Hennigan Title: Chief Financial Officer