Articles from Hercules Capital, Inc.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, today announced that it has scheduled its fourth quarter and full-year 2024 financial results conference call for Thursday, February 13, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. PT (5:00 p.m. ET). Hercules will release its financial results after market close that same day.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, today announced that it has renewed and upsized its existing $225.0 million credit facility with Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (“SMBC”) with an upsized credit facility under which Synovus Bank, Customers Bank and Apple Bank, together with SMBC, have committed a total of $300.0 million in credit capacity subject to borrowing base, leverage and other restrictions. The renewed credit facility also includes an uncommitted accordion feature expandable up to $500.0 million. The renewed credit facility matures in November 2029, including a 12-month amortization period.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, today announced its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2024. The earnings release can be accessed at Hercules’ Investor Relations website at https://investor.htgc.com/financial-information/financial-results.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty finance provider to innovative, venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, is pleased to announce that its Board of Directors has declared a third quarter 2024 total cash distribution of $0.48 per share. The following shows the key dates of the third quarter 2024 distribution payment:

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, today announced that it has scheduled its third quarter 2024 financial results conference call for Wednesday, October 30, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. PT (5:00 p.m. ET). Hercules will release its financial results after market close that same day.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, today announced that Moody’s Investors Service, Inc. (“Moody’s”) has reaffirmed Hercules an investment grade credit and corporate rating of Baa3 with a revised outlook to positive, as well as its underlying analysis.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, today announced that members of the executive management team will be participating at the following event for the financial community:

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, today announced that Kroll Bond Rating Agency, Inc. (“KBRA”) has reaffirmed Hercules’ investment grade corporate and credit rating of BBB+. KBRA issued a statement announcing the reaffirmation of the rating and stable outlook, as well as its underlying analysis.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, today announced its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2024. The earnings release can be accessed at Hercules’ Investor Relations website at https://investor.htgc.com/financial-information/financial-results.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty finance provider to innovative, venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, is pleased to announce that its Board of Directors has declared a second quarter 2024 total cash distribution of $0.48 per share. The following shows the key dates of the second quarter 2024 distribution payment:

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, today announced that it has scheduled its second quarter 2024 financial results conference call for Thursday, August 1, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. PT (5:00 p.m. ET). Hercules will release its financial results after market close that same day.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, today announced that the U.S. Small Business Administration (“SBA”) has approved its fourth Small Business Investment Company (“SBIC”) subsidiary, following the Company’s prior receipt of its “green light” letter to submit an application to obtain a fourth license to the SBA committee.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), will conduct its 2024 Annual Meeting of Stockholders by virtual meeting on Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. (Pacific Time). The proxy statement for the meeting was filed on April 23, 2024 and mailed to stockholders of record as of April 19, 2024.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, today announced that members of the executive management team will be participating at the following event for the financial community:

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, today announced its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2024. The earnings release can be accessed at Hercules’ Investor Relations website at https://investor.htgc.com/financial-information/financial-results.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty finance provider to innovative, venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, is pleased to announce that its Board of Directors has declared a first quarter 2024 total cash distribution of $0.48 per share. The following shows the key dates of the first quarter 2024 distribution payment:

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), is celebrating its 20th year of originations activity by reaching the $20.0 billion milestone in total debt commitments.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, today announced that it has scheduled its first quarter 2024 financial results conference call for Thursday, May 2, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. PT (5:00 p.m. ET). Hercules will release its financial results after market close that same day.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, today announced that Fitch Ratings, Inc. (“Fitch”) has affirmed Hercules’ investment grade credit and corporate rating of BBB- with a stable outlook, as well as its underlying analysis.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, today announced that Morningstar DBRS (“DBRS”) has confirmed Hercules’ investment grade credit and corporate rating of BBB with a trend revision from Stable to Positive, as well as its underlying analysis.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, today announced that members of the executive management team will be participating at the following event for the financial community:

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, today announced its financial results for the fourth quarter and full-year ended December 31, 2023. The earnings release can be accessed at Hercules’ Investor Relations website at https://investor.htgc.com/financial-information/financial-results.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty finance provider to innovative, venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, is pleased to announce that its Board of Directors has declared a fourth quarter 2023 total cash distribution of $0.48 per share. The following shows the key dates of the fourth quarter 2023 distribution payment:

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, is pleased to announce that its Board of Directors has declared a new supplemental cash distribution of $0.32 per share, to be distributed equally over four quarters beginning with an $0.08 per share distribution for the fourth quarter of 2023.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, today announced that it has scheduled its fourth quarter and full-year 2023 financial results conference call for Thursday, February 15, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. PT (5:00 p.m. ET). Hercules will release its financial results after market close that same day.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, today announced that the U.S. Small Business Administration (“SBA”) has issued a “green light” letter inviting Hercules to submit an application to obtain a license to form and operate a fourth Small Business Investment Company (“SBIC”) subsidiary, following the Company’s recent presentation to the SBA committee.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, today announced that members of the executive management team will be participating at the following events for the financial community:

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, today announced its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2023. The earnings release can be accessed at Hercules’ Investor Relations website at https://investor.htgc.com/financial-information/financial-results.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty finance provider to innovative, venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, is pleased to announce that its Board of Directors has declared a third quarter 2023 total cash distribution of $0.48 per share. The following shows the key dates of the third quarter 2023 distribution payment:

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, today announced that it has scheduled its third quarter 2023 financial results conference call for Thursday, November 2, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. PT (5:00 p.m. ET). Hercules will release its financial results after market close that same day.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, today announced that Moody’s Investors Service, Inc. (“Moody’s”) has reaffirmed Hercules an investment grade credit and corporate rating of Baa3 with a stable outlook, as well as its underlying analysis.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, today announced that Nikos Theodosopoulos was appointed to serve as an independent member of its board of directors, effective September 21, 2023. Mr. Theodosopoulos is an experienced corporate executive and board director with more than 38 years in senior management roles in both the financial services and technology industries.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, today announced that Kroll Bond Rating Agency, Inc. (“KBRA”) has reaffirmed Hercules’ investment grade corporate and credit rating of BBB+. KBRA issued a statement announcing the reaffirmation of the rating and stable outlook, as well as its underlying analysis.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules”) today announced that it has priced its upsized public offering of 6,500,000 shares of its common stock. Hercules has also granted the underwriters an option to purchase up to an additional 975,000 shares of its common stock. The offering is subject to customary closing conditions and is expected to close on August 10, 2023.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules”) today announced that it plans to make a public offering of 6,000,000 shares of its common stock. Hercules also expects to grant the underwriters for the offering an option to purchase up to an additional 900,000 shares of its common stock.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, today announced its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2023. The earnings release can be accessed at Hercules’ Investor Relations website at https://investor.htgc.com/financial-information/financial-results.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty finance provider to innovative, venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, is pleased to announce that its Board of Directors has increased and declared a second quarter 2023 total cash distribution of $0.48 per share. The following shows the key dates of the second quarter 2023 distribution payment:

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, today announced that it has scheduled its second quarter 2023 financial results conference call for Thursday, August 3, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. PT (5:00 p.m. ET). Hercules will release its financial results after market close that same day.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), will conduct its 2023 Annual Meeting of Stockholders by virtual meeting on Thursday, June 22, 2023 at 9:00 a.m. (Pacific Time). The proxy statement for the meeting was mailed separately on or about May 10, 2023 to shareholders of record as of April 21, 2023.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, today announced its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2023. The earnings release can be accessed at Hercules’ Investor Relations website at https://investor.htgc.com/financial-information/financial-results.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty finance provider to innovative, venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, is pleased to announce that its Board of Directors has declared a first quarter 2023 total cash distribution of $0.47 per share. The following shows the key dates of the first quarter 2023 distribution payment:

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, today announced that it has scheduled its first quarter 2023 financial results conference call for Thursday, May 4, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. PT (5:00 p.m. ET). Hercules will release its financial results after market close that same day.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, today announced that Fitch Ratings, Inc. (“Fitch”) has reaffirmed Hercules’ investment grade credit and corporate rating of BBB- with a stable outlook, as well as its underlying analysis.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules Capital” or the “Company”) today announced that Hercules Adviser LLC (“Hercules Adviser”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Hercules Capital, announced it has established a new institutional private credit lending program. The new private credit lending program was established to support the venture and growth stage companies that are being impacted by the recent market events across the venture and growth stage lending ecosystem.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”) the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, today announced it has increased its committed letter of credit facility with Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (“SMBC”) by $75.0 million for a total of $175.0 million in credit capacity subject to borrowing base, leverage and other restrictions. The increased credit facility also includes an uncommitted accordion feature of up to $400.0 million in total facility size.

The team at Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”) is working collectively with our employees, stockholders, stakeholders, bondholders, rating agencies, portfolio companies, and our portfolio companies’ venture capital and private equity sponsors to navigate the challenges created by the FDIC’s decision to place Silicon Valley Bank (“SVB”) under receivership. We are vigilantly monitoring this evolving situation and are fully committed to supporting venture and institutionally backed growth-stage companies as they navigate this unprecedented environment.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, today announced that members of the executive management team will be participating at the following event for the financial community:

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, today announced its financial results for the fourth quarter and full-year ended December 31, 2022. The earnings release can be accessed at Hercules’ Investor Relations website at https://investor.htgc.com/financial-information/financial-results.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, is pleased to announce that its Board of Directors has declared a new supplemental cash distribution of $0.32 per share, to be distributed equally over four quarters beginning with an $0.08 per share distribution for the fourth quarter of 2022.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty finance provider to innovative, venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, is pleased to announce that its Board of Directors has increased and declared a fourth quarter of 2022 cash distribution of $0.39 per share. The following shows the key dates of the fourth quarter of 2022 distribution payment:

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, today announced that it has scheduled its fourth quarter and full-year 2022 financial results conference call for Thursday, February 16, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. PT (5:00 p.m. ET). Hercules will release its financial results after market close that same day.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, today announced that members of the executive management team will be participating at the following event for the financial community:

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, today announced that members of the executive management team will be participating at the following events for the financial community:

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, today announced its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2022. The earnings release can be accessed at Hercules’ Investor Relations website at https://investor.htgc.com/financial-information/financial-results.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, today announced that it has scheduled its third quarter 2022 financial results conference call for Wednesday, November 2, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. PT (5:00 p.m. ET). Hercules will release its financial results after market close that same day.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, is pleased to announce that its Board of Directors has declared a supplemental cash distribution of $0.15 per share.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty finance provider to innovative, venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, is pleased to announce that its Board of Directors has increased and declared a third quarter 2022 cash distribution of $0.36 per share. The following shows the key dates of the third quarter 2022 distribution payment:

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, today announced that Kroll Bond Rating Agency, Inc. (“KBRA”) has reaffirmed Hercules’ investment grade corporate and credit rating of BBB+. KBRA issued a statement announcing the reaffirmation of the rating and stable outlook, as well as its underlying analysis.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, today announced its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2022. The earnings release can be accessed at Hercules’ Investor Relations website at https://investor.htgc.com/financial-information/financial-results.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, is pleased to announce that its Board of Directors has declared a supplemental cash distribution of $0.15 per share.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty finance provider to innovative, venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, is pleased to announce that its Board of Directors has increased and declared a second quarter 2022 cash distribution of $0.35 per share. The following shows the key dates of the second quarter 2022 distribution payment:

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, today announced that it has scheduled its second quarter 2022 financial results conference call for Thursday, July 28, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. PT (5:00 p.m. ET). Hercules will release its financial results after market close that same day.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, today announced that DeAnne Aguirre was appointed to serve as an independent member of its board of directors, effective June 23, 2022. Ms. Aguirre is an experienced corporate executive and Board Director with more than 30 years in senior leadership managing large and complex domestic and international business units.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”) today announced that it has closed two new debt financings raising a total of $200.0 million. Hercules Capital Funding Trust 2022-1, a newly formed wholly owned, indirect subsidiary of Hercules, has issued $150.0 million of class A notes (the “Class A Notes”) and Hercules has closed a private institutional offering in aggregate principal amount of $50.0 million notes due June 2025 (the “June Notes”).

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty finance provider to innovative, venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, today announced that it has increased its existing credit facilities with MUFG Bank, Ltd. (“MUFG”) and Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (“SMBC”) from a combined $500.0 million to $720.0 million subject to borrowing base, leverage and other restrictions, respectively. The maturity dates for each credit facility remain the same.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, today announced that Fitch Ratings, Inc. (“Fitch”) has assigned Hercules an investment grade credit and corporate rating of BBB- with a stable outlook.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), will conduct its 2022 Annual Meeting of Stockholders by virtual meeting on Thursday, June 23, 2022 at 9:00 a.m. (Pacific Time). The proxy statement for the meeting was mailed separately on or about May 4, 2022 to shareholders of record as of April 25, 2022.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, today announced its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2022. The earnings release can be accessed at Hercules’ Investor Relations website at https://investor.htgc.com/financial-information/financial-results.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, is pleased to announce that its Board of Directors has declared a supplemental cash distribution of $0.15 per share.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty finance provider to innovative, venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, is pleased to announce that its Board of Directors has declared a first quarter 2022 cash distribution of $0.33 per share. The following shows the key dates of the first quarter 2022 distribution payment:

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, today announced that DBRS, Inc. (“DBRS Morningstar”) has reaffirmed Hercules’ investment grade corporate rating of BBB. DBRS Morningstar issued a statement announcing the reaffirmation of the rating and revision of the trend on the rating to a positive outlook from stable, as well as its underlying analysis.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, today announced that it has scheduled its first quarter 2022 financial results conference call for Thursday, May 5, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. PT (5:00 p.m. ET). Hercules will release its financial results after market close that same day.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, today announced its financial results for the fourth quarter and full-year ended December 31, 2021. The earnings release can be accessed at Hercules’ Investor Relations website at https://investor.htgc.com/financial-information/financial-results.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, is pleased to announce that its Board of Directors has declared a new supplemental cash distribution of $0.60 per share, to be distributed equally over four quarters beginning with a $0.15 per share distribution for the fourth quarter of 2021.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSEHTGC) (“Hercules” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty finance provider to innovative, venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, is pleased to announce that its Board of Directors has declared a fourth quarter 2021 cash distribution of $0.33 per share. The following shows the key dates of the fourth quarter 2021 distribution payment: