10-Q 1 cion-033119x10q.htm FIRST QUARTER 2019 FINANCIALS Document


UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM 10-Q 

[x]
QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2019
OR
[ ]
TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the transition period from __________ to __________
Commission File Number 000-54755 
 
CĪON Investment Corporation
 
 
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
 
 
Maryland
 
45-3058280
(State or other jurisdiction of
incorporation or organization)
 
(I.R.S. Employer
Identification No.)
 
 
 
3 Park Avenue, 36th Floor
New York, New York
 
10016
(Address of principal executive offices)
 
(Zip Code)
 
(212) 418-4700
 
 
(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)
 
 
 
 
 
Not applicable
 
 
(Former name, former address and former fiscal year, if changed since last report)
 
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days.                                                      
Yes [x] No [ ]
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically every Interactive Data File required to be submitted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T (§232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit such files).
Yes [ ] No [ ]
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, a smaller reporting company, or an emerging growth company. See the definitions of “large accelerated filer,” “accelerated filer,” “smaller reporting company,” and "emerging growth company" in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.
 
Large accelerated filer [ ]
Accelerated filer [ ]
 
Non-accelerated filer [x] 
Smaller reporting company [ ]
 
 
Emerging growth company [ ]
If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act.
[ ]



Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act).  
Yes [ ] No [x]
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
Title of each class
Trading symbol(s)
Name of each exchange on which registered
None
Not applicable
Not applicable
The number of shares of the registrant’s common stock, $0.001 par value, outstanding as of May 9, 2019 was 113,803,885.



CĪON INVESTMENT CORPORATION
FORM 10-Q
TABLE OF CONTENTS
 
 
Page
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 




PART I – FINANCIAL INFORMATION
Item 1. Financial Statements
CĪON Investment Corporation
Consolidated Balance Sheets
(in thousands, except share and per share amounts)
 
 
March 31,
2019
 
December 31,
2018
 
 
(unaudited)
 
 
Assets
Investments, at fair value:
 

 

     Non-controlled, non-affiliated investments (amortized cost of $1,826,565 and $1,866,316, respectively)
 
$
1,779,960

 
$
1,823,338

     Non-controlled, affiliated investments (amortized cost of $50,541 and $50,447, respectively)
 
41,643

 
41,972

          Total investments, at fair value (amortized cost of $1,877,106 and $1,916,763, respectively)
 
1,821,603

 
1,865,310

Cash
 
7,281

 
17,579

Interest receivable on investments
 
17,120

 
17,596

Dividends receivable
 
—

 
—

Receivable due on investments sold
 
43,392

 
5,787

Prepaid expenses and other assets
 
88

 
189

   Total assets
 
$
1,889,484

 
$
1,906,461

Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity
Liabilities
 
 
 
 
Financing arrangements (net of unamortized debt issuance costs of $6,527 and $5,927, respectively)
 
$
876,015

 
$
892,615

Payable for investments purchased
 
12,960

 
16,851

Accounts payable and accrued expenses
 
875

 
939

Interest payable
 
3,696


3,960

Accrued management fees
 
9,331

 
9,308

Accrued subordinated incentive fee on income
 
5,375

 
2,604

Accrued administrative services expense
 
97

 
913

Total liabilities
 
908,349

 
927,190

 
 
 
 
 
Commitments and contingencies (Note 4 and Note 10)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Shareholders' Equity
 
 
 
 
Common stock, $0.001 par value; 500,000,000 shares authorized;
 
 
 
 
113,401,873 and 112,709,239 shares issued and outstanding, respectively
 
113

 
113

Capital in excess of par value
 
1,054,913

 
1,048,693

Accumulated losses
 
(73,891
)
 
(69,535
)
Total shareholders' equity
 
981,135

 
979,271

Total liabilities and shareholders' equity
 
$
1,889,484

 
$
1,906,461

Net asset value per share of common stock at end of period
 
$
8.65

 
$
8.69

See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.

1


CĪON Investment Corporation
Consolidated Statements of Operations
(in thousands, except share and per share amounts)
 
 
Three Months Ended
March 31,
 
 
2019

2018
 
 
(unaudited)
 
(unaudited)
Investment income
 
 
 
 
Interest income:
 
 
 
 
     Non-controlled, non-affiliated investments
 
$
47,798

 
$
40,832

     Non-controlled, affiliated investments
 
423

 
116

          Total interest income
 
48,221

 
40,948

Non-cash dividend income:
 
 
 
 
     Non-controlled, non-affiliated investments
 
90

 
—

     Non-controlled, affiliated investments
 
2,562

 
—

          Total non-cash dividend income
 
2,652

 
—

Fee and other income
 
298

 
214

Total investment income
 
51,171

 
41,162

Operating expenses
 
 
 
 
Management fees
 
9,331

 
7,939

Administrative services expense
 
497

 
461

Subordinated incentive fee on income
 
5,375

 
—

General and administrative
 
1,389

 
1,982

Interest expense
 
13,040

 
8,918

Total operating expenses
 
29,632

 
19,300

Net investment income
 
21,539

 
21,862

Realized and unrealized (losses) gains
 
 
 
 
Net realized (losses) gains on:
 
 
 
 
   Non-controlled, non-affiliated investments
 
(957
)
 
(681
)
   Non-controlled, affiliated investments
 
—

 
—

   Foreign currency
 
(3
)

2

Net realized losses
 
(960
)
 
(679
)
Net change in unrealized depreciation on:
 
 
 
 
   Non-controlled, non-affiliated investments
 
(3,629
)
 
(1,333
)
   Non-controlled, affiliated investments
 
(421
)
 
(117
)
   Foreign currency
 
(113
)
 
—

Net change in unrealized depreciation
 
(4,163
)
 
(1,450
)
Net realized and unrealized losses
 
(5,123
)
 
(2,129
)
Net increase in net assets resulting from operations
 
$
16,416

 
$
19,733

Per share information—basic and diluted
 
 
 
 
Net increase in net assets per share resulting from operations
 
$
0.14

 
$
0.17

Weighted average shares of common stock outstanding
 
113,624,760

 
114,849,958

See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.

2


CĪON Investment Corporation
Consolidated Statements of Changes in Net Assets
(in thousands, except share and per share amounts)
 
 
Three Months Ended
March 31,
 
 
2019
 
2018
 
 
(unaudited)
 
(unaudited)
Changes in net assets from operations:
 
 
 
 
Net investment income
 
$
21,539

 
$
21,862

Net realized loss on investments
 
(957
)
 
(681
)
Net realized (loss) gain on foreign currency
 
(3
)
 
2

Net change in unrealized depreciation on investments
 
(4,050
)
 
(1,450
)
Net change in unrealized depreciation on foreign currency translation
 
(113
)
 
—

Net increase in net assets resulting from operations
 
16,416

 
19,733

Changes in net assets from shareholders' distributions:
 
 
 
 
Distributions to shareholders
 
(20,772
)
 
(21,002
)
Net decrease in net assets resulting from shareholders' distributions
 
(20,772
)
 
(21,002
)
Changes in net assets from capital share transactions:
 
 
 
 
Issuance of common stock, net of issuance costs of $296 and $471, respectively
 
6,220

 
11,666

Reinvestment of shareholders' distributions
 
9,361

 
9,844

Repurchase of common stock
 
(9,361
)
 
(18,379
)
Net increase in net assets resulting from capital share transactions
 
6,220

 
3,131

 
 
 
 
 
Total increase in net assets
 
1,864

 
1,862

Net assets at beginning of period
 
979,271

 
1,058,691

Net assets at end of period
 
$
981,135

 
$
1,060,553

Net asset value per share of common stock at end of period
 
$
8.65

 
$
9.13

Shares of common stock outstanding at end of period
 
113,401,873

 
116,108,932

See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.

3


CĪON Investment Corporation
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
(in thousands)
 
 
Three Months Ended
March 31,
 
 
2019

2018
 
 
(unaudited)
 
(unaudited)
Operating activities:
 
 
 
 
Net increase in net assets resulting from operations
 
$
16,416

 
$
19,733

Adjustments to reconcile net increase in net assets resulting from operations to net cash provided by
 
 
 
 
  (used in) operating activities:
 
 
 
 
Net accretion of discount on investments
 
(3,017
)
 
(5,094
)
Proceeds from principal repayment of investments
 
95,142

 
192,418

Purchase of investments
 
(143,445
)
 
(322,156
)
Paid-in-kind interest and dividends capitalized
 
(3,239
)
 
(665
)
(Increase) decrease in short term investments, net
 
(13,631
)
 
25,452

Proceeds from sale of investments
 
106,861

 
60,369

Net realized loss on investments
 
957

 
681

Net unrealized depreciation on investments
 
4,050

 
1,450

Amortization of debt issuance costs
 
828

 
737

(Increase) decrease in interest receivable on investments
 
505

 
334

(Increase) decrease in receivable due on investments sold
 
(37,605
)
 
3,002

(Increase) decrease in prepaid expenses and other assets
 
101

 
5

Increase (decrease) in payable for investments purchased
 
(3,891
)
 
2,396

Increase (decrease) in accounts payable and accrued expenses
 
(71
)
 
(81
)
Increase (decrease) in interest payable
 
(264
)
 
221

Increase (decrease) in accrued management fees
 
23

 
118

Increase (decrease) in accrued administrative services expense
 
(816
)
 
(445
)
Increase (decrease) in due to CIG - offering costs
 
—

 
8

Increase (decrease) in subordinated incentive fee on income payable
 
2,771

 
(3,222
)
Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities
 
21,675

 
(24,739
)
Financing activities:
 
 
 
 
Gross proceeds from issuance of common stock
 
6,516

 
12,137

Commissions and dealer manager fees paid
 
(296
)
 
(471
)
Repurchase of common stock
 
(9,361
)
 
(18,379
)
Shareholders' distributions paid
 
(11,411
)
 
(11,158
)
Repayments under financing arrangements
 
(73,500
)
 
—

Borrowings under financing arrangements
 
57,500

 
—

Debt issuance costs paid
 
(1,421
)
 
(6
)
Net cash used in financing activities
 
(31,973
)
 
(17,877
)
Net decrease in cash and restricted cash
 
(10,298
)
 
(42,616
)
Cash and restricted cash, beginning of period
 
17,579

 
56,354

Cash and restricted cash, end of period
 
$
7,281

 
$
13,738

Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information:
 
 
 
 
Cash paid for interest
 
$
12,472

 
$
7,976

Supplemental non-cash financing activities:
 
 
 
 
Reinvestment of shareholders' distributions
 
$
9,361

 
$
9,844

Restructuring of portfolio investment
 
$
2,200

 
$
—

See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.

4


CĪON Investment Corporation
Consolidated Schedule of Investments (unaudited)
March 31, 2019
(in thousands)
Portfolio Company(a)
 
Index Rate(b)
 
Industry
 
Principal/
Par Amount/
Units(e)
 
Cost(d)
 
Fair
Value(c)
Senior Secured First Lien Debt - 144.1%
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Academy, Ltd., L+400, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 7/1/2022(q)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Retail
 
$
14,368

 
$
12,223

 
$
10,411

ACProducts, Inc., L+550, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 2/15/2024(q)
 
2 Month LIBOR
 
Construction & Building
 
5,000

 
4,753

 
4,775

Adams Publishing Group, LLC, L+750, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 7/2/2023(p)(r)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Media: Advertising, Printing & Publishing
 
16,216

 
16,058

 
16,095

Adams Publishing Group, LLC, 0.38% Unfunded, 7/2/2020(p)
 
None
 
Media: Advertising, Printing & Publishing
 
2,069

 
—

 
(16
)
Adapt Laser Acquisition, Inc., L+800, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 12/31/2023(p)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Capital Equipment
 
12,000

 
12,000

 
12,000

Adapt Laser Acquisition, Inc., 0.50% Unfunded, 12/31/2023
 
None
 
Capital Equipment
 
2,000

 
—

 
—

Aegis Toxicology Sciences Corp., L+550, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 5/9/2025(q)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
9,950

 
9,763

 
9,676

AIS Holdco, LLC, L+500, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 8/15/2025(q)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Banking, Finance, Insurance & Real Estate
 
5,486

 
5,419

 
5,363

Alchemy US Holdco 1, LLC, L+550, 10/10/2025(q)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Construction & Building
 
7,950

 
7,837

 
7,950

Allen Media, LLC, L+650, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 8/30/2023(p)(r)(s)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Media: Diversified & Production
 
79,000

 
77,213

 
76,729

ALM Media, LLC, L+450, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 7/31/2020(q)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Media: Advertising, Printing & Publishing
 
13,191

 
12,498

 
12,399

American Clinical Solutions LLC, 12.50%, 6/11/2020(u)(w)
 
None
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
9,339

 
8,968

 
5,697

American Media, LLC, L+750, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 12/31/2023(p)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Media: Advertising, Printing & Publishing
 
19,625

 
19,159

 
19,134

American Media, LLC, L+750, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 12/31/2023
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Media: Advertising, Printing & Publishing
 
85

 
86

 
83

American Media, LLC, 0.50% Unfunded, 12/31/2023
 
None
 
Media: Advertising, Printing & Publishing
 
1,617

 
(41
)
 
(40
)
American Teleconferencing Services, Ltd., L+650, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 12/8/2021(p)(q)(r)(s)
 
2 Month LIBOR
 
Telecommunications
 
19,859

 
18,605

 
12,809

Analogic Corp., L+600, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 6/21/2024(r)(s)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
29,850

 
29,314

 
29,551

AP Exhaust Acquisition, LLC, L+500, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 5/10/2024(q)(r)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Automotive
 
10,504

 
9,940

 
9,585

APCO Holdings, LLC, L+550, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 6/9/2025(q)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Banking, Finance, Insurance & Real Estate
 
11,277

 
11,175

 
11,277

Ascent Resources - Marcellus, LLC, L+650, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 3/30/2023
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Energy: Oil & Gas
 
712

 
712

 
713

Associated Asphalt Partners, LLC, L+525, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 4/5/2024(q)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Construction & Building
 
10,801

 
10,641

 
10,686

Avison Young (USA) Inc., L+500, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 1/31/2026(i)(q)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Banking, Finance, Insurance & Real Estate
 
9,975

 
9,776

 
9,825

Bi-Lo, LLC, L+800, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 5/31/2024(q)(r)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Retail
 
12,995

 
12,617

 
12,654

Cadence Aerospace, LLC, L+650, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 11/14/2023(r)(s)
 
2 Month LIBOR
 
Aerospace & Defense
 
25,894

 
25,675

 
25,376

Cardinal US Holdings, Inc., L+500, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 7/31/2023(q)
 
2 Month LIBOR
 
Services: Business
 
8,373

 
7,907

 
8,252

CB URS Holdings Corp., L+525, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 9/1/2024(q)(s)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Transportation: Cargo
 
16,806

 
16,713

 
16,637

Central Security Group, Inc., L+563, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 10/6/2021(q)(s)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Services: Consumer
 
24,596

 
24,615

 
24,350

Charming Charlie LLC, L+1000, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 4/24/2023(u)(v)(w)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Retail
 
3,463

 
1,912

 
554

Charming Charlie LLC, L+1000, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 4/24/2023(u)(v)(w)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Retail
 
2,829

 
2,619

 
453

Charming Charlie LLC, 20.00%, 5/15/2019(v)
 
None
 
Retail
 
157

 
157

 
157

Charming Charlie LLC, 2.50% Unfunded, 5/15/2019(v)
 
None
 
Retail
 
1,938

 
—

 
—

CHC Solutions Inc., 12.00%, 7/20/2023(w)
 
None
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
7,129

 
7,129

 
7,129

CircusTrix Holdings, LLC, L+550, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 12/16/2021(r)(s)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Hotel, Gaming & Leisure
 
24,064

 
23,795

 
23,583

CircusTrix Holdings, LLC, L+550, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 12/16/2021
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Hotel, Gaming & Leisure
 
1,770

 
1,770

 
1,735

See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.

5


CĪON Investment Corporation
Consolidated Schedule of Investments (unaudited)
March 31, 2019
(in thousands)
Portfolio Company(a)
 
Index Rate(b)
 
Industry
 
Principal/
Par Amount/
Units(e)
 
Cost(d)
 
Fair
Value(c)
CircusTrix Holdings, LLC, 1.00% Unfunded, 12/27/2019
 
None
 
Hotel, Gaming & Leisure
 
5,573

 
—

 
(111
)
Country Fresh Holdings, LLC, L+500, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 3/31/2023(s)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Beverage, Food & Tobacco
 
9,851

 
9,714

 
7,290

Country Fresh Holdings, LLC, L+500, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 5/7/2019
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Beverage, Food & Tobacco
 
207

 
199

 
198

Country Fresh Holdings, LLC, L+500, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 5/7/2019
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Beverage, Food & Tobacco
 
124

 
119

 
119

Country Fresh Holdings, LLC, 0.50% Unfunded, 4/8/2019
 
None
 
Beverage, Food & Tobacco
 
83

 
(3
)
 
(3
)
Covenant Surgical Partners, Inc., L+450, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 10/4/2024(q)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
915

 
913

 
906

Crown Subsea Communications Holdings, Inc., L+600, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 11/2/2025(q)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Capital Equipment
 
7,900

 
7,749

 
7,821

David's Bridal, Inc., L+800, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 1/18/2024
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Retail
 
1,690

 
1,690

 
1,475

David's Bridal, Inc., L+750, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 7/18/2023
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Retail
 
423

 
339

 
431

Dayton Superior Corp., L+1400, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 11/15/2021(q)(w)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Construction & Building
 
6,476

 
6,041

 
5,408

DBRS, Inc., L+525, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 3/4/2022(i)(q)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Services: Business
 
5,831

 
5,696

 
5,795

Del Frisco's Restaurant Group, Inc., L+600, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 6/27/2025(i)(p)(q)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Retail
 
9,950

 
9,888

 
9,651

Deluxe Entertainment Services Group Inc., L+550, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 2/28/2020(q)
 
2 Month LIBOR
 
Media: Diversified & Production
 
15,957

 
15,912

 
14,032

DFC Global Facility Borrower II LLC, L+1075, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 9/27/2022
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Services: Consumer
 
24,683

 
24,578

 
24,683

DFC Global Facility Borrower II LLC, 0.50% Unfunded, 9/27/2019
 
None
 
Services: Consumer
 
5,317

 
—

 
—

DMT Solutions Global Corp., L+700, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 7/2/2024(q)(s)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Services: Business
 
19,250

 
18,736

 
18,673

Eagle Family Foods Group LLC, L+650, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 6/14/2024(s)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Beverage, Food & Tobacco
 
14,888

 
14,591

 
14,664

Eastman Kodak Company, L+625, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 9/3/2019(i)(q)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Consumer Goods: Durable
 
1,965

 
1,963

 
1,935

Elemica, Inc., L+700, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 7/7/2021(p)(r)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
High Tech Industries
 
17,019

 
16,788

 
16,934

Elemica, Inc., L+700, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 7/7/2021
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
High Tech Industries
 
2,000

 
2,001

 
1,990

Elemica, Inc., 0.50% Unfunded, 7/7/2021
 
None
 
High Tech Industries
 
500

 
(30
)
 
(3
)
Emmis Operating Company, L+800, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 4/18/2019(q)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Media: Broadcasting & Subscription
 
1,218

 
1,215

 
1,218

Entertainment Studios P&A LLC, 6.22%, 5/18/2037(m)
 
None
 
Media: Diversified & Production
 
17,465

 
17,315

 
17,115

Entertainment Studios P&A LLC, 5.00%, 5/18/2037(m)
 
None
 
Media: Diversified & Production
 
—

 
—

 
2,782

EnTrans International, LLC, L+600, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 11/1/2024(q)(s)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Capital Equipment
 
29,438

 
29,166

 
29,143

ES Chappaquiddick LLC, 10.00%, 5/18/2022
 
None
 
Media: Diversified & Production
 
1,076

 
1,076

 
1,125

Evergreen Skills Lux S.À.R.L., L+475, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 4/28/2021(i)(q)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
High Tech Industries
 
10,157

 
9,748

 
8,557

F+W Media, Inc., L+650, 1.50% LIBOR Floor, 5/24/2022(v)(w)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Media: Diversified & Production
 
1,142

 
1,142

 
1,199

F+W Media, Inc., L+1000, 1.50% LIBOR Floor, 5/24/2022(p)(u)(v)(w)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Media: Diversified & Production
 
3,185

 
2,759

 
924

F+W Media, Inc., 10.00%, 8/10/2019(v)
 
None
 
Media: Diversified & Production
 
271

 
200

 
298

F+W Media, Inc., 2.00% Unfunded, 8/10/2019(v)
 
None
 
Media: Diversified & Production
 
503

 
—

 
50

Flavors Holdings Inc., L+575, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 4/3/2020(p)(r)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Consumer Goods: Non-Durable
 
11,340

 
10,773

 
10,603

Foundation Consumer Healthcare, LLC, L+550, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 11/2/2023(p)(r)(s)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
40,586

 
40,337

 
40,586

Foundation Consumer Healthcare, LLC, 0.50% Unfunded, 11/2/2023
 
None
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
4,211

 
(24
)
 
—

Genesis Healthcare, Inc., L+600, 0.50% LIBOR Floor, 3/6/2023(i)(p)(s)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
35,000

 
34,710

 
34,300

See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.

6


CĪON Investment Corporation
Consolidated Schedule of Investments (unaudited)
March 31, 2019
(in thousands)
Portfolio Company(a)
 
Index Rate(b)
 
Industry
 
Principal/
Par Amount/
Units(e)
 
Cost(d)
 
Fair
Value(c)
Geo Parent Corp., L+550, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 12/19/2025
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Services: Business
 
15,000

 
14,859

 
14,963

Harland Clarke Holdings Corp., L+475, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 11/3/2023(q)(s)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Services: Business
 
13,812

 
13,757

 
12,499

Healogics, Inc., L+425, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 7/1/2021(q)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
4,787

 
4,614

 
4,167

Homer City Generation, L.P., L+1100, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 4/5/2023(p)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Energy: Oil & Gas
 
14,593

 
14,022

 
13,972

Hummel Station LLC, L+600, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 10/27/2022(q)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Energy: Oil & Gas
 
9,835

 
9,454

 
9,442

Independent Pet Partners Intermediate Holdings, LLC, L+900, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 11/19/2023
 
6 Month LIBOR
 
Retail
 
9,185

 
9,091

 
9,013

Independent Pet Partners Intermediate Holdings, LLC, 1.00% Unfunded, 11/19/2023
 
None
 
Retail
 
10,815

 
(108
)
 
(203
)
Infinity Sales Group, LLC, L+1050, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 11/23/2020(p)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Services: Business
 
7,873

 
7,558

 
7,794

InfoGroup Inc., L+500, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 4/3/2023(q)(r)(s)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Media: Advertising, Printing & Publishing
 
15,878

 
15,864

 
15,620

Instant Web, LLC, L+650, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 12/15/2022(p)(r)(s)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Media: Advertising, Printing & Publishing
 
39,037

 
38,948

 
38,647

Instant Web, LLC, 0.50% Unfunded, 12/15/2022
 
None
 
Media: Advertising, Printing & Publishing
 
2,704

 
—

 
(27
)
Intermedia Holdings, Inc., L+600, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 7/21/2025(q)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
High Tech Industries
 
12,469

 
12,355

 
12,492

International Seaways, Inc., L+600, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 6/22/2022(i)(q)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Transportation: Cargo
 
9,499

 
9,365

 
9,606

Isagenix International, LLC, L+575, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 6/14/2025(q)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Beverage, Food & Tobacco
 
14,438

 
14,306

 
12,922

Island Medical Management Holdings, LLC, L+650, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 9/1/2022(r)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
11,918

 
11,805

 
10,488

ITC Service Group Acquisition LLC, L+950, 0.50% LIBOR Floor, 5/26/2021(l)(p)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
High Tech Industries
 
11,250

 
11,135

 
11,250

Jab Wireless, Inc., L+800, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 5/2/2023(s)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Telecommunications
 
19,800

 
19,800

 
19,800

Jackson Hewitt Tax Service Inc., L+625, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 5/30/2023(s)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Services: Consumer
 
17,775

 
17,775

 
17,775

JP Intermediate B, LLC, L+550, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 11/20/2025(q)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Beverage, Food & Tobacco
 
14,813

 
14,674

 
13,924

KLO Intermediate Holdings, LLC, L+775, 1.50% LIBOR Floor, 4/7/2022(r)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Chemicals, Plastics & Rubber
 
7,074

 
7,016

 
6,437

KLO Intermediate Holdings, LLC, L+775, 1.50% LIBOR Floor, 4/7/2022(r)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Chemicals, Plastics & Rubber
 
4,095

 
4,062

 
3,727

KNB Holdings Corp., L+550, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 4/26/2024(q)(s)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Consumer Goods: Durable
 
8,458

 
8,326

 
8,331

Labvantage Solutions Inc., L+750, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 12/29/2020(r)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
High Tech Industries
 
3,941

 
3,922

 
3,902

Labvantage Solutions Ltd., E+750, 1.00% EURIBOR Floor, 12/29/2020(i)
 
1 Month EURIBOR
 
High Tech Industries
 
€
3,962

 
4,433

 
4,400

LAV Gear Holdings, Inc., L+550, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 10/31/2024
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Services: Business
 
20,681

 
20,371

 
20,371

LAV Gear Holdings, Inc., L+550, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 10/31/2024
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Services: Business
 
216

 
213

 
213

LAV Gear Holdings, Inc., 1.00% Unfunded, 10/31/2020
 
None
 
Services: Business
 
4,103

 
(62
)
 
(62
)
LD Intermediate Holdings, Inc., L+588, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 12/9/2022(q)
 
2 Month LIBOR
 
High Tech Industries
 
4,889

 
4,576

 
4,254

Lift Brands, Inc., L+700, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 4/16/2023(p)(r)(s)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Services: Consumer
 
44,550

 
43,727

 
43,882

Lift Brands, Inc., L+700, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 4/16/2023
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Services: Consumer
 
1,350

 
1,350

 
1,330

Lift Brands, Inc., 1.00% Unfunded, 4/16/2023
 
None
 
Services: Consumer
 
3,650

 
—

 
(55
)
Longview Power, LLC, L+600, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 4/13/2021(p)(r)
 
2 Month LIBOR
 
Energy: Oil & Gas
 
14,884

 
13,197

 
13,061

Mimeo.com, Inc., L+700, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 12/21/2023(p)(s)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Services: Business
 
42,678

 
42,678

 
42,678

Mimeo.com, Inc., L+700, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 12/21/2023
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Services: Business
 
2,000

 
2,000

 
2,000

Mimeo.com, Inc., 0.25% Unfunded, 12/21/2020
 
None
 
Services: Business
 
10,000

 
—

 
—

See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.

7


CĪON Investment Corporation
Consolidated Schedule of Investments (unaudited)
March 31, 2019
(in thousands)
Portfolio Company(a)
 
Index Rate(b)
 
Industry
 
Principal/
Par Amount/
Units(e)
 
Cost(d)
 
Fair
Value(c)
Mimeo.com, Inc., 1.00% Unfunded, 12/21/2023
 
None
 
Services: Business
 
1,000

 
—

 
—

Moss Holding Company, L+625, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 4/17/2023(p)(r)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Services: Business
 
20,452

 
20,171

 
20,145

Moss Holding Company, 0.50% Unfunded, 4/17/2023
 
None
 
Services: Business
 
2,232

 
—

 
(33
)
Moxie Patriot LLC, L+575, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 12/19/2020(q)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Energy: Oil & Gas
 
9,875

 
9,862

 
9,456

MRP Generation Holdings, LLC, L+700, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 10/18/2022(q)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Energy: Oil & Gas
 
2,209

 
2,176

 
2,131

Murray Energy Corp., L+725, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 10/17/2022(q)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Metals & Mining
 
3,583

 
3,543

 
2,979

NewsCycle Solutions, Inc., L+700, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 12/29/2022(r)(s)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Media: Advertising, Printing & Publishing
 
20,613

 
20,439

 
20,407

One Call Corp., L+525, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 11/25/2022(q)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
7,989

 
7,581

 
7,270

Petroflow Energy Corp., L+800, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 6/29/2019(p)(u)(v)(w)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Energy: Oil & Gas
 
707

 
217

 
204

PFS Holding Corp., L+350, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 1/31/2021
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Retail
 
3,121

 
2,544

 
1,631

PH Beauty Holdings III, Inc., L+500, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 9/28/2025(q)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Consumer Goods: Non-Durable
 
9,950

 
9,857

 
9,888

Photonis Technologies SAS, L+750, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 9/18/2019(i)(q)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Aerospace & Defense
 
6,397

 
6,172

 
6,397

Pixelle Specialty Solutions LLC, L+600, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 10/31/2024(q)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Forest Products & Paper
 
19,950

 
19,479

 
19,426

Plano Molding Company, LLC, L+750, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 5/12/2021(p)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Consumer Goods: Non-Durable
 
6,056

 
6,010

 
5,723

Polymer Additives, Inc., L+600, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 7/31/2025(p)(q)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Chemicals, Plastics & Rubber
 
19,950

 
19,581

 
18,304

Rhino Energy LLC, L+1000, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 12/27/2020(s)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Metals & Mining
 
7,168

 
6,854

 
7,096

SEK Holding Co LLC, L+1150, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 3/14/2022(w)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Banking, Finance, Insurance & Real Estate
 
15,000

 
14,703

 
14,700

Sequoia Healthcare Management, LLC, L+1050, 1.75% LIBOR Floor, 8/21/2023(p)(r)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
9,632

 
9,545

 
9,199

SIMR, LLC, L+900, 2.00% LIBOR Floor, 9/7/2023(p)(v)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
15,121

 
14,844

 
14,572

Sorenson Communications, LLC, L+000, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 4/30/2024(k)(q)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Telecommunications
 
13,500

 
12,960

 
13,382

Spinal USA, Inc. / Precision Medical Inc., L+950, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 9/30/2020(p)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
12,746

 
12,722

 
12,618

Spinal USA, Inc. / Precision Medical Inc., L+950, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 12/31/2021(p)(w)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
495

 
494

 
490

Sprint Industrial Holdings, LLC, L+575, 1.25% LIBOR Floor, 8/15/2019(p)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Energy: Oil & Gas
 
8,019

 
7,991

 
7,658

STG-Fairway Acquisitions, Inc., L+525, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 6/30/2022(q)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Services: Business
 
3,929

 
3,851

 
3,916

STL Parent Corp., L+700, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 12/6/2022(r)(s)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Capital Equipment
 
19,875

 
19,227

 
19,378

Teladoc, Inc., 0.50% Unfunded, 7/14/2020
 
None
 
High Tech Industries
 
1,250

 
(21
)
 
—

Telestream Holdings Corp., L+645, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 3/24/2022(l)(p)
 
6 Month LIBOR
 
High Tech Industries
 
8,439

 
8,311

 
8,270

Tenere Inc., L+1000, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 12/23/2021(p)(r)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Capital Equipment
 
30,080

 
29,667

 
29,478

Tensar Corp., L+475, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 7/9/2021(q)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Chemicals, Plastics & Rubber
 
12,980

 
12,476

 
12,234

The Pasha Group, L+750, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 1/26/2023(r)
 
2 Month LIBOR
 
Transportation: Cargo
 
6,704

 
6,539

 
6,759

The Pay-O-Matic Corp., L+900, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 4/5/2021(h)(p)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Services: Consumer
 
22,138

 
21,981

 
22,137

TherapeuticsMD, Inc., L+775, 1.50% LIBOR Floor, 5/1/2023(i)(s)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
15,000

 
14,871

 
14,850

TherapeuticsMD, Inc., 0.00% Unfunded, 12/31/2019(i)(t)
 
None
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
10,000

 
(83
)
 
(100
)
TherapeuticsMD, Inc., 0.00% Unfunded, 5/31/2019(i)(t)
 
None
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
15,000

 
(125
)
 
(150
)
Therapure Biopharma Inc., L+875, 0.50% LIBOR Floor, 12/1/2021(i)(w)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
15,363

 
15,318

 
14,883

See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.

8


CĪON Investment Corporation
Consolidated Schedule of Investments (unaudited)
March 31, 2019
(in thousands)
Portfolio Company(a)
 
Index Rate(b)
 
Industry
 
Principal/
Par Amount/
Units(e)
 
Cost(d)
 
Fair
Value(c)
Wok Holdings Inc., L+650, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 3/1/2026(q)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Beverage, Food & Tobacco
 
10,000

 
9,901

 
9,887

Woodstream Corp., L+625, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 5/29/2022(s)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Consumer Goods: Non-Durable
 
14,300

 
14,300

 
14,300

Woodstream Corp., 0.50% Unfunded, 5/29/2021
 
None
 
Consumer Goods: Non-Durable
 
559

 
—

 
—

Total Senior Secured First Lien Debt
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
1,445,350

 
1,413,468

Senior Secured Second Lien Debt - 31.6%
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
1A Smart Start LLC, L+825, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 8/21/2022(p)(r)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
High Tech Industries
 
17,800

 
17,512

 
17,355

ABG Intermediate Holdings 2 LLC, L+775, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 9/29/2025(p)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Retail
 
9,897

 
9,847

 
9,798

Access CIG, LLC, L+775, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 2/27/2026(r)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Services: Business
 
17,250

 
17,119

 
17,077

Albany Molecular Research, Inc., L+700, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 8/30/2025(p)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
10,000

 
9,832

 
9,925

ALM Media, LLC, L+800, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 7/30/2021(p)(r)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Media: Advertising, Printing & Publishing
 
10,344

 
10,289

 
8,378

American Residential Services LLC, L+800, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 12/31/2022(p)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Construction & Building
 
5,180

 
5,126

 
5,076

Argon Medical Devices Holdings, Inc., L+800, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 1/23/2026(p)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
14,400

 
14,328

 
14,184

Carestream Health, Inc., L+950, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 6/7/2021(r)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
10,662

 
10,662

 
10,476

Drew Marine Group, Inc., L+700, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 5/19/2021(i)(p)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Chemicals, Plastics & Rubber
 
9,500

 
9,476

 
9,512

EagleTree-Carbide Acquisition Corp., L+850, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 8/28/2025(r)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Consumer Goods: Durable
 
20,000

 
19,741

 
20,000

Emerald 3 Ltd., L+700, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 5/16/2022(i)(p)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Environmental Industries
 
3,000

 
2,986

 
3,000

Evergreen Skills Lux S.À.R.L., L+825, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 4/28/2022(i)(r)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
High Tech Industries
 
9,999

 
7,833

 
4,112

Global Tel*Link Corp., L+825, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 11/29/2026(r)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Telecommunications
 
11,500

 
11,304

 
11,263

GOBP Holdings, Inc., L+725, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 10/22/2026(r)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Retail
 
5,000

 
4,952

 
4,988

LSCS Holdings, Inc., L+825, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 3/16/2026(p)
 
2 Month LIBOR
 
Services: Business
 
11,891

 
11,646

 
11,831

Mayfield Agency Borrower Inc., L+850, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 3/2/2026(p)(r)(s)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Banking, Finance, Insurance & Real Estate
 
20,000

 
19,713

 
19,650

Medical Solutions Holdings, Inc., L+825, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 6/16/2025(p)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
10,000

 
9,869

 
9,925

MedPlast Holdings, Inc., L+775, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 7/2/2026(s)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
6,750

 
6,688

 
6,750

Ministry Brands, LLC, L+925, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 6/2/2023(p)(r)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Services: Business
 
7,000

 
6,921

 
7,000

Niacet Corp., E+875, 1.00% EURIBOR Floor, 8/1/2024(i)
 
1 Month EURIBOR
 
Chemicals, Plastics & Rubber
 
€
7,489

 
7,964

 
8,317

Patterson Medical Supply, Inc., L+850, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 8/28/2023(p)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
13,500

 
13,408

 
12,150

PetroChoice Holdings, Inc., L+875, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 8/21/2023(p)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Chemicals, Plastics & Rubber
 
15,000

 
14,754

 
14,738

PFS Holding Corp., L+725, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 1/31/2022(q)(u)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Retail
 
4,998

 
4,597

 
943

Premiere Global Services, Inc., L+950, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 6/6/2022
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Telecommunications
 
3,000

 
2,922

 
1,650

PT Intermediate Holdings III, LLC, L+800, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 12/8/2025(r)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Services: Business
 
9,375

 
9,298

 
9,281

Securus Technologies Holdings, Inc., L+825, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 11/1/2025(r)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Telecommunications
 
2,942

 
2,915

 
2,891

SESAC Holdco II LLC, L+725, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 2/23/2025(r)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Media: Broadcasting & Subscription
 
250

 
248

 
248

STG-Fairway Acquisitions, Inc., L+925, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 6/30/2023(p)(r)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Services: Business
 
10,000

 
9,901

 
9,550

TexOak Petro Holdings LLC, 8.00%, 12/29/2019(u)(v)
 
None
 
Energy: Oil & Gas
 
8,067

 
2,592

 
—

TMK Hawk Parent, Corp., L+800, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 8/28/2025(p)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Services: Business
 
13,393

 
13,099

 
12,991

See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.

9


CĪON Investment Corporation
Consolidated Schedule of Investments (unaudited)
March 31, 2019
(in thousands)
Portfolio Company(a)
 
Index Rate(b)
 
Industry
 
Principal/
Par Amount/
Units(e)
 
Cost(d)
 
Fair
Value(c)
TouchTunes Interactive Networks, Inc., L+825, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 5/29/2022(r)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Hotel, Gaming & Leisure
 
6,000

 
5,960

 
6,000

U.S. Renal Care, Inc., L+800, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 12/29/2023(p)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
5,000

 
4,933

 
5,017

Winebow Holdings, Inc., L+750, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 1/2/2022(p)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Beverage, Food & Tobacco
 
12,823

 
12,649

 
7,053

Zest Acquisition Corp., L+750, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 3/13/2026(r)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
15,000

 
14,864

 
14,063

Zywave Inc., L+900, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 11/17/2023(p)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
High Tech Industries
 
5,000

 
4,945

 
5,000

Total Senior Secured Second Lien Debt
 

 

 

 
330,893

 
310,192

Collateralized Securities and Structured Products - Debt - 1.5%
 

 

 

 

 

Deutsche Bank AG Frankfurt CRAFT 2015-2 Class Credit Linked Note, L+925, 1/16/2022(i)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Diversified Financials
 
15,144

 
15,144

 
15,030

Total Collateralized Securities and Structured Products - Debt
 

 

 

 
15,144

 
15,030

Collateralized Securities and Structured Products - Equity - 1.6%
 

 

 

 

 

APIDOS CLO XVI Subordinated Notes, 0.02% Estimated Yield, 1/19/2025(i)
 
(g)
 
Diversified Financials
 
9,000

 
3,758

 
2,920

CENT CLO 19 Ltd. Subordinated Notes, 16.86% Estimated Yield, 10/29/2025(i)
 
(g)
 
Diversified Financials
 
2,000

 
1,163

 
1,187

Galaxy XV CLO Ltd. Class A Subordinated Notes, 9.02% Estimated Yield, 4/15/2025(i)
 
(g)
 
Diversified Financials
 
4,000

 
2,321

 
1,944

Ivy Hill Middle Market Credit Fund VIII, Ltd. Subordinated Loan, 11.84% Estimated Yield, 2/2/2026(f)(i)
 
(g)
 
Diversified Financials
 
10,000

 
9,445

 
9,424

Total Collateralized Securities and Structured Products - Equity
 

 

 

 
16,687

 
15,475

Equity - 4.2%
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Ascent Resources - Marcellus, LLC, Common Shares(t)
 

 
Energy: Oil & Gas
 
511,255 Units

 
1,642

 
1,431

Ascent Resources - Marcellus, LLC, Warrants(t)
 
 
 
Energy: Oil & Gas
 
132,367 Units

 
13

 
4

Avaya Holdings Corp., Common Stock(j)(q)(t)
 
 
 
Telecommunications
 
321,260 Units

 
5,285

 
5,407

Charming Charlie LLC, Common Stock(t)
 
 
 
Retail
 
30,046,243 Units

 
1,302

 
—

CHC Medical Partners, Inc., Series C Preferred Stock, 12% Dividend
 
 
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
1,818,182 Units

 
3,000

 
3,336

Conisus Holdings, Inc., Series B Preferred Stock, 12% Dividend(v)
 
 
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
12,677,833 Units

 
11,762

 
11,410

Conisus Holdings, Inc., Common Stock(t)(v)
 
 
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
4,914,556 Units

 
200

 
1,474

David's Bridal, Inc., Common Stock(t)
 
 
 
Retail
 
32,296 Units

 
580

 
275

F+W Media, Inc., Common Stock(t)(v)
 
 
 
Media: Diversified & Production
 
31,211 Units

 
—

 
—

Independent Pet Partners Intermediate Holdings, LLC, Class A Preferred Units(t)
 
 
 
Retail
 
1,000,000 Units

 
1,000

 
1,000

Independent Pet Partners Intermediate Holdings, LLC, Warrants(t)
 
 
 
Retail
 
155,880 Units

 
—

 
8

Mooregate ITC Acquisition, LLC, Class A Units(t)
 
 
 
High Tech Industries
 
500 Units

 
563

 
185

Mount Logan Capital Inc., Common Stock(i)(j)(t)(v)
 
 
 
Banking, Finance, Insurance & Real Estate
 
7,842,273 Units

 
3,335

 
2,878

NS NWN Acquisition, LLC, Voting Units(t)
 
 
 
High Tech Industries
 
346 Units

 
393

 
709

NS NWN Acquisition, LLC, Class A Preferred Units(t)
 
 
 
High Tech Industries
 
111 Units

 
111

 
332

NSG Co-Invest (Bermuda) LP, Partnership Interests(i)(t)
 
 
 
Consumer Goods: Durable
 
1,575 Units

 
1,000

 
739

Rhino Energy LLC, Warrants(t)
 
 
 
Metals & Mining
 
170,972 Units

 
280

 
97

SIMR Parent, LLC, Class B Common Units(t)(v)
 
 
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
7,500,000 Units

 
7,500

 
7,469

Spinal USA, Inc. / Precision Medical Inc., Warrants(p)(t)
 
 
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
9,317,237 Units

 
4,736

 
4,286

Tenere Inc., Warrant(t)
 
 
 
Capital Equipment
 
N/A

 
161

 
229

See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.

10


CĪON Investment Corporation
Consolidated Schedule of Investments (unaudited)
March 31, 2019
(in thousands)
Portfolio Company(a)
 
 
 
Industry
 
Principal/
Par Amount/
Units(e)
 
Cost(d)
 
Fair
Value(c)
TexOak Petro Holdings LLC, Membership Interests(t)(v)
 
 
 
Energy: Oil & Gas
 
60,000 Units
 
—

 
—

Total Equity
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
42,863

 
41,269

Short Term Investments - 2.7%(n)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
First American Treasury Obligations Fund, Class Z Shares, 2.33%(o)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
26,169

 
26,169

Total Short Term Investments
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
26,169

 
26,169

TOTAL INVESTMENTS - 185.7%
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$
1,877,106

 
1,821,603

LIABILITIES IN EXCESS OF OTHER ASSETS - (85.7%)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(840,468
)
NET ASSETS - 100%
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$
981,135

a.
All of the Company’s investments are issued by eligible U.S. portfolio companies, as defined in the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended, or the 1940 Act, except for investments specifically identified as non-qualifying per note i. below. Unless specifically identified in note w. below, investments do not contain a paid-in-kind, or PIK, interest provision.
b.
The 1, 2, 3, and 6 month London Interbank Offered Rate, or LIBOR, rates were 2.50%, 2.55%, 2.59%, and 2.64%, respectively, as of March 31, 2019.  The actual LIBOR rate for each loan listed may not be the applicable LIBOR rate as of March 31, 2019, as the loan may have been priced or repriced based on a LIBOR rate prior to or subsequent to March 31, 2019. The 1 month Euro Interbank Offered Rate, or EURIBOR, rate was (0.42%) as of March 31, 2019.
c.
Fair value determined in good faith by the Company’s board of directors (see Note 8) using significant unobservable inputs unless otherwise noted.
d.
Represents amortized cost for debt securities and cost for equity investments.
e.
Denominated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise noted.
f.
As of March 31, 2019, the Company was committed, upon the satisfaction of certain conditions, to fund additional amounts in connection with this investment. See Note 10 for additional information.
g.
The CLO subordinated notes are considered equity positions in the CLO vehicles and are not rated. Equity investments are entitled to recurring distributions, which are generally equal to the remaining cash flow of the payments made by the underlying vehicle's securities less contractual payments to debt holders and expenses. The estimated yield indicated is based upon a current projection of the amount and timing of these recurring distributions and the estimated amount of repayment of principal upon termination. Such projections are periodically reviewed and adjusted, and the estimated yield may not ultimately be realized.
h.
As a result of an arrangement between the Company and the other lenders in the syndication, the Company is entitled to less interest than the stated interest rate of this loan, which is reflected in this schedule, in exchange for a higher payment priority.
i.
The investment or a portion thereof is not a qualifying asset under the 1940 Act. A business development company may not acquire any asset other than qualifying assets, unless, at the time the acquisition is made, qualifying assets represent at least 70% of the company’s total assets as defined under Section 55 of the 1940 Act. As of March 31, 2019, 90.6% of the Company’s total assets represented qualifying assets.
j.
Fair value determined using level 1 inputs.
k.
Position or a portion thereof unsettled as of March 31, 2019.
l.
In addition to the interest earned based on the stated interest rate of this loan, which is the amount reflected in this schedule, the Company may be entitled to receive additional amounts as a result of an arrangement between the Company and other lenders in the syndication in exchange for lower payment priority.
m.
In addition to the interest earned based on the stated interest rate of this loan, which is the amount reflected in this schedule, the Company may be entitled to receive additional residual amounts.
n.
Short term investments represent an investment in a fund that invests in highly liquid investments with average original maturity dates of three months or less.
o.
7-day effective yield as of March 31, 2019.
p.
Investment or a portion thereof held within the Company’s wholly-owned consolidated subsidiary, 34th Street Funding, LLC, or 34th Street, and was pledged as collateral supporting the amounts outstanding under the credit facility with JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, or JPM, as of March 31, 2019 (see Note 7).
q.
Investment or a portion thereof held within the Company’s wholly-owned consolidated subsidiary, Flatiron Funding II, LLC, or Flatiron Funding II, and was pledged as collateral supporting the amounts outstanding under the credit facility with Citibank N.A., or Citibank, as of March 31, 2019 (see Note 7).
r.
Investment or a portion thereof held within the Company’s wholly-owned consolidated subsidiary, Murray Hill Funding II, LLC, or Murray Hill Funding II, and was pledged as collateral supporting the amounts outstanding under the repurchase agreement with UBS AG, or UBS, as of March 31, 2019 (see Note 7).
s.
Investment or a portion thereof held within the Company’s wholly-owned consolidated subsidiary, 33rd Street Funding, LLC, or 33rd Street, and was pledged as collateral supporting the amounts outstanding under the credit facility with Morgan Stanley N.A., or MS, as of March 31, 2019 (see Note 7).
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.

11


CĪON Investment Corporation
Consolidated Schedule of Investments (unaudited)
March 31, 2019
(in thousands)
t.
Non-income producing security.
u.
Investment was on non-accrual status as of March 31, 2019.
v.
Investment determined to be an affiliated investment as defined in the 1940 Act as the Company owns between 5% and 25% of the portfolio company’s outstanding voting securities but does not control the company. Fair value as of December 31, 2018 and March 31, 2019, along with transactions during the three months ended March 31, 2019 in these affiliated investments are as follows:
 
 
 
 
Three Months Ended March 31, 2019
 
 
 
Three Months Ended March 31, 2019
Non-Controlled,
Affiliated Investments
 
Fair Value at
December 31, 2018
 
Gross
Additions
(Cost)(1)
 
Gross
Reductions
(Cost)(2)
 
Net Unrealized
(Loss) Gain
 
Fair Value at March 31, 2019
 
Net Realized
Gain (Loss)
 
Interest
Income(3)
 
Dividend Income
  Charming Charlie, LLC
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
    First Lien Term Loan B1
 
$
1,021

 
$
—

 
$
—

 
$
(568
)
 
$
453

 
$
—

 
$
—

 
$
—

    First Lien Term Loan B2
 
1,249

 
—

 
—

 
(695
)
 
554

 
—

 
—

 
—

    Vendor Payment Financing
 
157

 
—

 
—

 
—

 
157

 
—

 
21

 
—

    Common Stock
 
—

 
—

 
—

 
—

 
—

 
—

 
—

 
—

  Conisus Holdings, Inc.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
    Series B Preferred Stock
 
10,903

 
2,562

 
—

 
(2,055
)
 
11,410

 
—

 
—

 
2,562

    Common Stock
 
197

 
—

 
—

 
1,278

 
1,475

 
—

 
—

 
—

  F+W Media, Inc.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
    First Lien Term Loan B-1
 
1,137

 
24

 
—

 
38

 
1,199

 
—

 
24

 
—

    First Lien Term Loan B-2
 
161

 
—

 
—

 
763

 
924

 
—

 
—

 
—

    First Lien DIP Term Loan
 
—

 
200

 
—

 
148

 
348

 
—

 
7

 
—

    Common Stock
 
—

 
—

 
—

 
—

 
—

 
—

 
—

 
—

  Mount Logan Capital Inc.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
    Common Stock
 
2,645

 
—

 
—

 
233

 
2,878

 
—

 
—

 
—

  SIMR, LLC
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
    First Lien Term Loan
 
14,757

 
11

 
(188
)
 
(8
)
 
14,572

 
—

 
462

 
—

  SIMR Parent, LLC
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
    Class B Common Units
 
7,382

 
—

 
—

 
87

 
7,469

 
—

 
—

 
—

  Petroflow Energy Corp.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
    First Lien Term Loan
 
2,363

 
—

 
(2,517
)
 
358

 
204

 
—

 
(91
)
 
—

  TexOak Petro Holdings LLC
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
    Second Lien Term Loan
 
—

 
—

 
—

 
—

 
—

 
—

 
—

 
—

    Membership Interests
 
—

 
—

 
—

 
—

 
—

 
—

 
—

 
—

Totals
 
$
41,972

 
$
2,797

 
$
(2,705
)
 
$
(421
)
 
$
41,643

 
$
—

 
$
423

 
$
2,562

(1)
Gross additions include increases in the cost basis of investments resulting from new portfolio investments, PIK interest, the amortization of unearned income, the exchange of one or more existing securities for one or more new securities and the movement of an existing portfolio company into this category from a different category.
(2)
Gross reductions include decreases in the cost basis of investments resulting from principal collections related to investment repayments or sales, the exchange of one or more existing securities for one or more new securities and the movement of an existing portfolio company out of this category into a different category.
(3)
Includes PIK interest income.
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.

12


CĪON Investment Corporation
Consolidated Schedule of Investments (unaudited)
March 31, 2019
(in thousands)
w.
For the three months ended March 31, 2019, the following investments contain a PIK interest provision whereby the issuer has either the option or the obligation to make interest payments with the issuance of additional securities:
 
 
 
 
Interest Rate
 
Interest Amount
Portfolio Company
 
Investment Type
 
Cash
 
PIK
 
All-in-Rate
 
Cash
 
PIK
 
Total
American Clinical Solutions LLC(u)
 
Senior Secured First Lien Debt
 
10.50%
 
2.00%
 
12.50%
 
$
—

 
$
—

 
$
—

Charming Charlie LLC(u)
 
Senior Secured First Lien Debt
 
7.49%
 
5.00%
 
12.49%
 
$
—

 
$
—

 
$
—

Charming Charlie LLC(u)
 
Senior Secured First Lien Debt
 
3.49%
 
9.00%
 
12.49%
 
$
—

 
$
—

 
$
—

CHC Solutions Inc.
 
Senior Secured First Lien Debt
 
8.00%
 
4.00%
 
12.00%
 
$
143

 
$
71

 
$
214

Dayton Superior Corp.
 
Senior Secured First Lien Debt
 
10.60%
 
6.00%
 
16.60%
 
$
175

 
$
97

 
$
272

F+W Media, Inc.(u)
 
Senior Secured First Lien Debt
 
—
 
12.50%
 
12.50%
 
$
—

 
$
—

 
$
—

F+W Media, Inc.
 
Senior Secured First Lien Debt
 
—
 
9.00%
 
9.00%
 
$
—

 
$
24

 
$
24

Petroflow Energy Corp.(u)
 
Senior Secured First Lien Debt
 
3.00%
 
7.49%
 
10.49%
 
$
—

 
$
—

 
$
—

SEK Holding Co LLC
 
Senior Secured First Lien Debt
 
10.51%
 
3.50%
 
14.01%
 
$
79

 
$
26

 
$
105

Spinal USA, Inc. / Precision Medical Inc.
 
Senior Secured First Lien Debt
 
—
 
12.28%
 
12.28%
 
$
—

 
$
15

 
$
15

TexOak Petro Holdings LLC(u)
 
Senior Secured Second Lien Debt
 
—
 
8.00%
 
8.00%
 
$
—

 
$
—

 
$
—

Therapure Biopharma Inc.(x)
 
Senior Secured First Lien Debt
 
11.24%
 
—
 
11.24%
 
$
430

 
$
363

 
$
793

x.
Default interest was paid-in-kind.
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.

13


CĪON Investment Corporation
Consolidated Schedule of Investments
December 31, 2018
(in thousands)
Portfolio Company(a)
 
Index Rate(b)
 
Industry
 
Principal/
Par Amount/
Units(e)
 
Cost(d)
 
Fair
Value(c)
Senior Secured First Lien Debt - 149.4%
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Academy, Ltd., L+400, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 7/1/2022(q)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Retail
 
$
14,411

 
$
12,124

 
$
9,718

Achilles Acquisition LLC, L+400, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 10/11/2025
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
High Tech Industries
 
739

 
739

 
730

Achilles Acquisition LLC, 1.00% Unfunded, 1/11/2020
 
None
 
High Tech Industries
 
43

 
—

 
(1
)
Adams Publishing Group, LLC, L+750, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 7/2/2023(p)(r)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Media: Advertising, Printing & Publishing
 
17,034

 
16,854

 
16,864

Adams Publishing Group, LLC, 0.38% Unfunded, 7/2/2020(p)
 
None
 
Media: Advertising, Printing & Publishing
 
2,069

 
—

 
(21
)
Adapt Laser Acquisition, Inc., L+800, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 12/31/2023
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Capital Equipment
 
12,000

 
12,000

 
12,000

Adapt Laser Acquisition, Inc., L+800, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 12/31/2023
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Capital Equipment
 
500

 
500

 
500

Adapt Laser Acquisition, Inc., 0.50% Unfunded, 12/31/2023
 
None
 
Capital Equipment
 
1,500

 
—

 
—

Aegis Toxicology Sciences Corp., L+550, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 5/9/2025(q)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
9,975

 
9,780

 
9,526

AIS Holdco, LLC, L+500, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 8/15/2025(q)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Banking, Finance, Insurance & Real Estate
 
5,521

 
5,451

 
5,438

Alchemy US Holdco 1, LLC, L+550, 10/10/2025(q)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Construction & Building
 
8,000

 
7,882

 
7,680

Allen Media, LLC, L+650, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 8/30/2023(p)(r)(s)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Media: Diversified & Production
 
80,000

 
78,115

 
77,700

ALM Media, LLC, L+450, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 7/31/2020(q)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Media: Advertising, Printing & Publishing
 
13,272

 
12,459

 
11,912

American Clinical Solutions LLC, 12.50%, 6/11/2020(u)(w)
 
None
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
9,293

 
8,968

 
7,435

American Media, Inc., L+800, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 8/24/2020(p)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Media: Advertising, Printing & Publishing
 
18,503

 
18,451

 
19,428

American Media, Inc., 0.50% Unfunded, 8/24/2020
 
None
 
Media: Advertising, Printing & Publishing
 
1,778

 
(22
)
 
89

American Teleconferencing Services, Ltd., L+650, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 12/8/2021(p)(q)(r)(s)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Telecommunications
 
20,152

 
18,779

 
15,114

Analogic Corp., L+600, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 6/21/2024(s)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
29,925

 
29,368

 
29,626

AP Exhaust Acquisition, LLC, L+500, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 5/10/2024(q)(r)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Automotive
 
10,544

 
9,955

 
9,595

APCO Holdings, LLC, L+550, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 6/9/2025(q)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Banking, Finance, Insurance & Real Estate
 
11,427

 
11,317

 
11,313

Ascent Resources - Marcellus, LLC, L+650, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 3/30/2023
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Energy: Oil & Gas
 
712

 
712

 
714

Associated Asphalt Partners, LLC, L+525, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 4/5/2024(q)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Construction & Building
 
10,833

 
10,666

 
10,494

Bi-Lo, LLC, L+800, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 5/31/2024(k)(r)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Retail
 
2,000

 
1,950

 
1,917

Cadence Aerospace, LLC, L+650, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 11/14/2023(r)(s)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Aerospace & Defense
 
25,960

 
25,732

 
25,440

Canam Construction Inc., L+500, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 7/1/2024
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Construction & Building
 
4,975

 
4,963

 
4,875

Cardinal US Holdings, Inc., L+500, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 7/31/2023(q)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Services: Business
 
8,394

 
7,905

 
8,268

CB URS Holdings Corp., L+525, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 9/1/2024(q)(s)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Transportation: Cargo
 
14,437

 
14,371

 
14,149

Central Security Group, Inc., L+563, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 10/6/2021(q)(s)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Services: Consumer
 
24,660

 
24,682

 
24,167

Charming Charlie LLC, L+1000, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 4/24/2023(u)(v)(w)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Retail
 
3,288

 
1,912

 
1,249

Charming Charlie LLC, L+1000, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 4/24/2023(u)(v)(w)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Retail
 
2,686

 
2,619

 
1,021

Charming Charlie LLC, 20.00%, 5/15/2019(v)
 
None
 
Retail
 
157

 
157

 
157

Charming Charlie LLC, 2.50% Unfunded, 5/15/2019(v)
 
None
 
Retail
 
1,938

 
—

 
—

CHC Solutions Inc., 12.00%, 7/20/2023(w)
 
None
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
7,057

 
7,057

 
7,057

CircusTrix Holdings, LLC, L+550, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 12/16/2021(r)(s)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Hotel, Gaming & Leisure
 
25,900

 
25,609

 
25,382

CircusTrix Holdings, LLC, 1.00% Unfunded, 12/27/2019
 
None
 
Hotel, Gaming & Leisure
 
5,573

 
—

 
(111
)
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.

14


CĪON Investment Corporation
Consolidated Schedule of Investments
December 31, 2018
(in thousands)
Portfolio Company(a)
 
Index Rate(b)
 
Industry
 
Principal/
Par Amount/
Units(e)
 
Cost(d)
 
Fair
Value(c)
Confie Seguros Holding II Co., L+475, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 4/16/2022(q)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Banking, Finance, Insurance & Real Estate
 
15,371

 
15,285

 
15,227

Country Fresh Holdings, LLC, L+500, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 3/31/2023(s)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Beverage, Food & Tobacco
 
9,859

 
9,716

 
8,133

Covenant Surgical Partners, Inc., L+450, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 10/4/2024(q)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
917

 
915

 
903

Crown Subsea Communications Holdings, Inc., L+600, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 11/2/2025(q)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Capital Equipment
 
8,000

 
7,843

 
7,720

David's Bridal, Inc., L+400, 1.25% LIBOR Floor, 10/11/2019(q)(u)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Retail
 
3,406

 
3,137

 
1,822

Dayton Superior Corp., L+1400, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 11/15/2021(q)(w)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Construction & Building
 
6,398

 
5,929

 
5,358

DBRS, Inc., L+525, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 3/4/2022(i)(q)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Services: Business
 
5,846

 
5,700

 
5,803

Del Frisco's Restaurant Group, Inc., L+600, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 6/27/2025(i)(p)(q)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Retail
 
9,975

 
9,911

 
9,227

Deluxe Entertainment Services Group Inc., L+550, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 2/28/2020(q)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Media: Diversified & Production
 
16,071

 
16,014

 
14,223

DFC Global Facility Borrower II LLC, L+1075, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 9/27/2022
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Services: Consumer
 
24,683

 
24,570

 
24,683

DFC Global Facility Borrower II LLC, 0.50% Unfunded, 9/27/2019
 
None
 
Services: Consumer
 
5,317

 
—

 
—

DMT Solutions Global Corp., L+700, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 7/2/2024(q)(s)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Services: Business
 
19,500

 
18,955

 
18,720

Eagle Family Foods Group LLC, L+650, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 6/14/2024(s)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Beverage, Food & Tobacco
 
14,925

 
14,615

 
14,776

Eastman Kodak Company, L+625, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 9/3/2019(i)(q)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Consumer Goods: Durable
 
1,965

 
1,963

 
1,859

Elemica, Inc., L+700, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 7/7/2021(p)(r)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
High Tech Industries
 
17,063

 
16,810

 
16,892

Elemica, Inc., 0.50% Unfunded, 7/7/2021
 
None
 
High Tech Industries
 
2,500

 
(32
)
 
(25
)
Emmis Operating Company, L+750, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 4/18/2019(q)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Media: Broadcasting & Subscription
 
1,364

 
1,339

 
1,337

Entertainment Studios P&A LLC, 6.22%, 5/18/2037(m)
 
None
 
Media: Diversified & Production
 
17,465

 
17,315

 
17,115

Entertainment Studios P&A LLC, 5.00%, 5/18/2037(m)
 
None
 
Media: Diversified & Production
 
—

 
—

 
2,864

EnTrans International, LLC, L+600, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 11/1/2024(q)(s)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Capital Equipment
 
30,000

 
29,704

 
29,850

Episerver Inc., E+600, 0.00% EURIBOR Floor, 10/9/2024
 
1 Month EURIBOR
 
High Tech Industries
 
€
13,077

 
14,700

 
14,661

ES Chappaquiddick LLC, 10.00%, 5/18/2022
 
None
 
Media: Diversified & Production
 
1,076

 
1,076

 
1,103

Evergreen Skills Lux S.À.R.L., L+475, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 4/28/2021(i)(q)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
High Tech Industries
 
10,183

 
9,729

 
8,283

F+W Media, Inc., L+650, 1.50% LIBOR Floor, 5/24/2022(v)(w)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Media: Diversified & Production
 
1,117

 
1,117

 
1,137

F+W Media, Inc., L+1000, 1.50% LIBOR Floor, 5/24/2022(p)(u)(v)(w)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Media: Diversified & Production
 
3,058

 
2,759

 
161

Flavors Holdings Inc., L+575, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 4/3/2020(p)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Consumer Goods: Non-Durable
 
7,967

 
7,485

 
7,410

Foundation Consumer Healthcare, LLC, L+650, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 11/2/2023(p)(r)(s)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
41,121

 
40,858

 
41,121

Foundation Consumer Healthcare, LLC, 0.50% Unfunded, 11/2/2023
 
None
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
4,211

 
(26
)
 
—

Genesis Healthcare, Inc., L+600, 0.50% LIBOR Floor, 3/6/2023(i)(p)(s)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
35,000

 
34,695

 
34,650

Geo Parent Corp., L+550, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 12/19/2025(k)
 
2 Month LIBOR
 
Services: Business
 
15,000

 
14,850

 
14,925

Global Tel*Link Corp., L+425, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 11/29/2025(q)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Telecommunications
 
4,000

 
3,980

 
3,895

Harland Clarke Holdings Corp., L+475, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 11/3/2023(q)(s)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Services: Business
 
14,022

 
13,964

 
12,602

Healogics, Inc., L+425, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 7/1/2021(q)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
4,799

 
4,608

 
4,352

Homer City Generation, L.P., L+1100, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 4/5/2023(p)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Energy: Oil & Gas
 
9,151

 
8,769

 
8,785

Hummel Station LLC, L+600, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 10/27/2022(q)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Energy: Oil & Gas
 
9,860

 
9,457

 
9,515

See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.

15


CĪON Investment Corporation
Consolidated Schedule of Investments
December 31, 2018
(in thousands)
Portfolio Company(a)
 
Index Rate(b)
 
Industry
 
Principal/
Par Amount/
Units(e)
 
Cost(d)
 
Fair
Value(c)
Infinity Sales Group, LLC, L+1050, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 11/23/2020(p)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Services: Business
 
7,873

 
7,517

 
7,676

InfoGroup Inc., L+500, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 4/3/2023(q)(r)(s)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Media: Advertising, Printing & Publishing
 
15,918

 
15,904

 
15,759

Instant Web, LLC, L+650, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 12/15/2022(p)(r)(s)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Media: Advertising, Printing & Publishing
 
39,189

 
39,098

 
38,797

Instant Web, LLC, 0.50% Unfunded, 12/15/2022
 
None
 
Media: Advertising, Printing & Publishing
 
2,704

 
—

 
(27
)
Intermedia Holdings, Inc., L+600, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 7/21/2025(q)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
High Tech Industries
 
12,500

 
12,383

 
12,344

International Seaways, Inc., L+600, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 6/22/2022(i)(q)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Transportation: Cargo
 
9,499

 
9,356

 
9,404

Isagenix International, LLC, L+575, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 6/14/2025(q)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Beverage, Food & Tobacco
 
14,625

 
14,488

 
14,040

Island Medical Management Holdings, LLC, L+650, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 9/1/2022(r)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
11,953

 
11,833

 
10,996

ITC Service Group Acquisition LLC, L+950, 0.50% LIBOR Floor, 5/26/2021(l)(p)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
High Tech Industries
 
11,250

 
11,119

 
11,025

Jab Wireless, Inc., L+800, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 5/2/2023(s)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Telecommunications
 
19,850

 
19,850

 
19,850

Jackson Hewitt Tax Service Inc., L+625, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 5/30/2023(s)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Services: Consumer
 
17,888

 
17,888

 
17,888

JP Intermediate B, LLC, L+550, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 11/20/2025(q)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Beverage, Food & Tobacco
 
15,000

 
14,852

 
14,438

Key Surgical LLC, L+475, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 6/1/2023
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
997

 
979

 
979

KLO Intermediate Holdings, LLC, L+775, 1.50% LIBOR Floor, 4/7/2022(r)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Chemicals, Plastics & Rubber
 
7,122

 
7,059

 
6,694

KLO Intermediate Holdings, LLC, L+775, 1.50% LIBOR Floor, 4/7/2022(r)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Chemicals, Plastics & Rubber
 
4,123

 
4,087

 
3,876

KNB Holdings Corp., L+550, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 4/26/2024(q)(s)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Consumer Goods: Durable
 
13,513

 
13,294

 
13,175

Labvantage Solutions Inc., L+750, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 12/29/2020(r)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
High Tech Industries
 
4,078

 
4,056

 
4,037

Labvantage Solutions Ltd., E+750, 1.00% EURIBOR Floor, 12/29/2020(i)
 
1 Month EURIBOR
 
High Tech Industries
 
€
4,065

 
4,546

 
4,616

Lannett Company, Inc., L+538, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 11/25/2022(i)(q)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
6,974

 
6,876

 
5,754

LD Intermediate Holdings, Inc., L+588, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 12/9/2022(q)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
High Tech Industries
 
4,954

 
4,619

 
4,496

Lift Brands, Inc., L+700, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 4/16/2023(p)(r)(s)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Services: Consumer
 
45,513

 
44,641

 
44,375

Lift Brands, Inc., 1.00% Unfunded, 4/16/2023
 
None
 
Services: Consumer
 
4,150

 
—

 
(104
)
Logix Holding Company, LLC, L+575, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 12/22/2024(q)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Telecommunications
 
4,988

 
4,942

 
4,950

Longview Power, LLC, L+600, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 4/13/2021(p)(r)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Energy: Oil & Gas
 
14,923

 
13,057

 
12,647

LTCG Holdings Corp., L+500, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 6/6/2020(q)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Services: Business
 
5,911

 
5,727

 
5,837

Mimeo.com, Inc., L+700, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 12/21/2023(p)(s)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Services: Business
 
43,000

 
43,000

 
43,000

Mimeo.com, Inc., 0.25% Unfunded, 12/21/2020
 
None
 
Services: Business
 
10,000

 
—

 
—

Mimeo.com, Inc., 1.00% Unfunded, 12/21/2023
 
None
 
Services: Business
 
3,000

 
—

 
—

Ministry Brands, LLC, L+400, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 12/2/2022(r)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Services: Business
 
11,992

 
11,935

 
11,992

Ministry Brands, LLC, L+100, 1.00% LIBOR Floor Unfunded, 10/18/2020
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Services: Business
 
2,924

 
—

 
—

Moss Holding Company, L+675, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 4/17/2023(p)(r)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Services: Business
 
18,687

 
18,422

 
18,407

Moss Holding Company, 0.50% Unfunded, 4/17/2023
 
None
 
Services: Business
 
2,232

 
—

 
(33
)
Moxie Patriot LLC, L+575, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 12/19/2020(q)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Energy: Oil & Gas
 
9,901

 
9,886

 
9,703

MRO Holdings, Inc., L+475, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 10/25/2023(q)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Aerospace & Defense
 
4,445

 
4,408

 
4,412

MRP Generation Holdings, LLC, L+700, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 10/18/2022(q)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Energy: Oil & Gas
 
2,214

 
2,180

 
2,137

Murray Energy Corp., L+725, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 10/17/2022(q)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Metals & Mining
 
3,592

 
3,543

 
3,038

See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.

16


CĪON Investment Corporation
Consolidated Schedule of Investments
December 31, 2018
(in thousands)
Portfolio Company(a)
 
Index Rate(b)
 
Industry
 
Principal/
Par Amount/
Units(e)
 
Cost(d)
 
Fair
Value(c)
NewsCycle Solutions, Inc., L+700, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 12/29/2022(r)(s)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Media: Advertising, Printing & Publishing
 
20,884

 
20,698

 
20,466

One Call Corp., L+525, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 11/25/2022(q)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
8,012

 
7,579

 
7,151

Orbcomm Inc., 8.00%, 4/1/2024(p)
 
None
 
Telecommunications
 
9,237

 
9,237

 
9,557

OTG Management, LLC, L+700, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 8/26/2021
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Beverage, Food & Tobacco
 
267

 
221

 
250

OTG Management, LLC, 1.00% Unfunded, 4/10/2020
 
None
 
Beverage, Food & Tobacco
 
514

 
—

 
(33
)
P.F. Chang's China Bistro, Inc., L+500, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 9/1/2022(q)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Beverage, Food & Tobacco
 
14,837

 
14,545

 
14,837

PDI TA Holdings, Inc., L+450, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 10/24/2024
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
High Tech Industries
 
1,999

 
1,970

 
1,989

PDI TA Holdings, Inc., L+450, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 10/24/2024
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
High Tech Industries
 
877

 
878

 
873

PDI TA Holdings, Inc., 0.50% Unfunded, 10/24/2019
 
None
 
High Tech Industries
 
104

 
—

 
(1
)
Petroflow Energy Corp., L+800, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 6/29/2019(p)(u)(v)(w)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Energy: Oil & Gas
 
3,068

 
2,734

 
2,363

PFS Holding Corp., L+350, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 1/31/2021
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Retail
 
3,129

 
2,486

 
1,721

PH Beauty Holdings III. Inc., L+500, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 9/28/2025(q)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Consumer Goods: Non-Durable
 
9,975

 
9,877

 
9,626

Photonis Technologies SAS, L+750, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 9/18/2019(i)(q)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Aerospace & Defense
 
6,397

 
6,060

 
5,965

Pixelle Specialty Solutions LLC, L+600, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 10/31/2024(q)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Forest Products & Paper
 
20,000

 
19,511

 
19,525

Plano Molding Company, LLC, L+750, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 5/12/2021(p)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Consumer Goods: Non-Durable
 
6,071

 
6,020

 
5,570

Polymer Additives, Inc., L+600, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 7/31/2025(p)(q)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Chemicals, Plastics & Rubber
 
20,000

 
19,619

 
18,500

Rhino Energy LLC, L+1000, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 12/27/2020(s)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Metals & Mining
 
7,262

 
6,909

 
7,189

Sequoia Healthcare Management, LLC, L+850, 1.75% LIBOR Floor, 8/21/2023(p)(r)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
9,851

 
9,758

 
9,753

SG Acquisition, Inc., L+500, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 3/29/2024(q)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Banking, Finance, Insurance & Real Estate
 
3,495

 
3,469

 
3,482

Shift PPC LLC, L+450, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 12/22/2021(r)
 
6 Month LIBOR
 
High Tech Industries
 
4,191

 
4,119

 
4,191

SIMR, LLC, L+900, 2.00% LIBOR Floor, 9/7/2023(p)(v)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
15,312

 
15,020

 
14,757

Spinal USA, Inc. / Precision Medical Inc., L+950, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 9/30/2020(p)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
12,776

 
12,745

 
12,648

Spinal USA, Inc. / Precision Medical Inc., L+950, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 12/31/2021(p)(w)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
481

 
480

 
476

Sprint Industrial Holdings, LLC, L+575, 1.25% LIBOR Floor, 5/14/2019(p)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Energy: Oil & Gas
 
7,940

 
7,853

 
7,582

STG-Fairway Acquisitions, Inc., L+525, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 6/30/2022(q)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Services: Business
 
3,929

 
3,845

 
3,889

STL Parent Corp., L+700, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 12/6/2022(r)(s)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Capital Equipment
 
20,000

 
19,306

 
19,400

Studio Movie Grill Holdings, LLC, L+725, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 9/30/2020(f)(p)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Hotel, Gaming & Leisure
 
23,418

 
23,352

 
23,418

Teladoc, Inc., 0.50% Unfunded, 7/14/2020
 
None
 
High Tech Industries
 
1,250

 
(25
)
 
—

Telestream Holdings Corp., L+645, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 3/24/2022(l)(p)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
High Tech Industries
 
8,460

 
8,322

 
8,207

Tenere Inc., L+1000, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 12/23/2021(p)(r)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Capital Equipment
 
30,080

 
29,630

 
29,328

Tensar Corp., L+475, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 7/9/2021(q)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Chemicals, Plastics & Rubber
 
12,980

 
12,426

 
12,753

The Pasha Group, L+750, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 1/26/2023(r)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Transportation: Cargo
 
7,018

 
6,836

 
7,061

The Pay-O-Matic Corp., L+900, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 4/5/2021(h)(p)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Services: Consumer
 
22,425

 
22,241

 
22,201

TherapeuticsMD, Inc., L+775, 1.50% LIBOR Floor, 5/1/2023(i)(s)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
15,000

 
14,865

 
14,850

TherapeuticsMD, Inc., 0.00% Unfunded, 12/31/2019(i)(t)
 
None
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
10,000

 
(88
)
 
(100
)
TherapeuticsMD, Inc., 0.00% Unfunded, 5/31/2019(i)(t)
 
None
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
15,000

 
(132
)
 
(150
)
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.

17


CĪON Investment Corporation
Consolidated Schedule of Investments
December 31, 2018
(in thousands)
Portfolio Company(a)
 
Index Rate(b)
 
Industry
 
Principal/
Par Amount/
Units(e)
 
Cost(d)
 
Fair
Value(c)
Therapure Biopharma Inc., L+875, 0.50% LIBOR Floor, 12/1/2021(i)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
15,000

 
14,952

 
14,625

Vertex Aerospace Services Corp., L+475, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 6/29/2025(q)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Aerospace & Defense
 
9,913

 
9,864

 
9,838

Woodstream Corp., L+625, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 5/29/2022(s)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Consumer Goods: Non-Durable
 
14,542

 
14,542

 
14,542

Woodstream Corp., 0.50% Unfunded, 5/29/2021
 
None
 
Consumer Goods: Non-Durable
 
559

 
—

 
—

Total Senior Secured First Lien Debt
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
1,492,034

 
1,462,989

Senior Secured Second Lien Debt - 33.0%
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
1A Smart Start LLC, L+825, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 8/21/2022(p)(r)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
High Tech Industries
 
17,800

 
17,494

 
17,266

ABG Intermediate Holdings 2 LLC, L+775, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 9/29/2025(p)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Retail
 
9,897

 
9,846

 
9,749

Access CIG, LLC, L+775, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 2/27/2026(r)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Services: Business
 
17,250

 
17,116

 
17,099

ALM Media, LLC, L+800, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 7/30/2021(p)(r)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Media: Advertising, Printing & Publishing
 
10,344

 
10,279

 
8,353

American Residential Services LLC, L+800, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 12/31/2022(p)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Construction & Building
 
5,180

 
5,150

 
5,076

Argon Medical Devices Holdings, Inc., L+800, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 1/23/2026(p)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
14,400

 
14,329

 
14,256

Carestream Health, Inc., L+950, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 6/7/2021(r)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
10,662

 
10,662

 
10,502

Drew Marine Group, Inc., L+700, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 5/19/2021(i)(p)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Chemicals, Plastics & Rubber
 
9,500

 
9,474

 
9,512

EagleTree-Carbide Acquisition Corp., L+850, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 8/28/2025(r)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Consumer Goods: Durable
 
20,000

 
19,734

 
20,000

Emerald 3 Ltd., L+700, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 5/16/2022(i)(p)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Environmental Industries
 
3,000

 
2,985

 
2,955

Evergreen Skills Lux S.À.R.L., L+825, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 4/28/2022(i)(r)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
High Tech Industries
 
9,999

 
7,709

 
5,550

Flexera Software LLC, L+725, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 2/26/2026(r)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
High Tech Industries
 
3,462

 
3,446

 
3,423

Global Tel*Link Corp., L+825, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 11/29/2026(r)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Telecommunications
 
11,500

 
11,300

 
11,270

GOBP Holdings, Inc., L+725, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 10/22/2026(r)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Retail
 
5,000

 
4,950

 
4,969

LSCS Holdings, Inc., L+825, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 3/16/2026(p)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Services: Business
 
11,891

 
11,640

 
11,831

Mayfield Agency Borrower Inc., L+850, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 3/2/2026(p)(r)(s)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Banking, Finance, Insurance & Real Estate
 
20,000

 
19,710

 
19,812

Medical Solutions Holdings, Inc., L+825, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 6/16/2025(p)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
10,000

 
9,867

 
9,925

MedPlast Holdings, Inc., L+775, 0.00% LIBOR Floor, 7/2/2026(s)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
6,750

 
6,687

 
6,581

Ministry Brands, LLC, L+925, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 6/2/2023(p)(r)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Services: Business
 
7,000

 
6,918

 
7,000

Niacet Corp., E+875, 1.00% EURIBOR Floor, 8/1/2024(i)
 
1 Month EURIBOR
 
Chemicals, Plastics & Rubber
 
€
7,489

 
7,955

 
8,503

Patterson Medical Supply, Inc., L+850, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 8/28/2023(p)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
13,500

 
13,404

 
12,352

PDI TA Holdings, Inc., L+850, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 10/24/2025
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
High Tech Industries
 
2,267

 
2,224

 
2,245

PDI TA Holdings, Inc., 0.50% Unfunded, 10/24/2019
 
None
 
High Tech Industries
 
133

 
—

 
(1
)
PetroChoice Holdings, Inc., L+875, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 8/21/2023(p)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Chemicals, Plastics & Rubber
 
15,000

 
14,742

 
14,737

PFS Holding Corp., L+725, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 1/31/2022(q)(u)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Retail
 
4,998

 
4,716

 
900

Premiere Global Services, Inc., L+950, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 6/6/2022(p)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Telecommunications
 
3,000

 
2,917

 
2,100

PT Intermediate Holdings III, LLC, L+800, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 12/8/2025(r)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Services: Business
 
9,375

 
9,295

 
9,281

Securus Technologies Holdings, Inc., L+825, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 11/1/2025(r)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Telecommunications
 
2,942

 
2,914

 
2,847

SESAC Holdco II LLC, L+725, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 2/23/2025(r)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Media: Broadcasting & Subscription
 
250

 
248

 
241

STG-Fairway Acquisitions, Inc., L+925, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 6/30/2023(p)(r)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Services: Business
 
10,000

 
9,898

 
9,600

See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.

18


CĪON Investment Corporation
Consolidated Schedule of Investments
December 31, 2018
(in thousands)
Portfolio Company(a)
 
Index Rate(b)
 
Industry
 
Principal/
Par Amount/
Units(e)
 
Cost(d)
 
Fair
Value(c)
TexOak Petro Holdings LLC, 8.00%, 12/29/2019(u)(v)(w)
 
None
 
Energy: Oil & Gas
 
7,804

 
2,592

 
—

TMK Hawk Parent, Corp., L+800, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 8/28/2025(p)
 
2 Month LIBOR
 
Services: Business
 
13,393

 
13,092

 
12,991

TouchTunes Interactive Networks, Inc, L+825, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 5/29/2022(r)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Hotel, Gaming & Leisure
 
6,000

 
5,958

 
6,000

U.S. Renal Care, Inc., L+800, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 12/29/2023(p)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
5,000

 
4,931

 
4,787

Wand Intermediate I LP, L+725, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 9/19/2022(p)
 
2 Month LIBOR
 
Automotive
 
15,050

 
14,971

 
15,050

Winebow Holdings, Inc., L+750, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 1/2/2022(p)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Beverage, Food & Tobacco
 
12,823

 
12,636

 
7,053

Zest Acquisition Corp., L+750, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 3/13/2026(r)
 
1 Month LIBOR
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
15,000

 
14,863

 
14,550

Zywave Inc., L+900, 1.00% LIBOR Floor, 11/17/2023(p)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
High Tech Industries
 
5,000

 
4,943

 
5,000

Total Senior Secured Second Lien Debt
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
341,595

 
323,365

Collateralized Securities and Structured Products - Debt - 1.6%
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Deutsche Bank AG Frankfurt CRAFT 2015-2 Class Credit Linked Note, L+925, 1/16/2022(i)
 
3 Month LIBOR
 
Diversified Financials
 
15,193

 
15,193

 
15,193

Total Collateralized Securities and Structured Products - Debt
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
15,193

 
15,193

Collateralized Securities and Structured Products - Equity - 1.5%
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
APIDOS CLO XVI Subordinated Notes, 0.02% Estimated Yield, 1/19/2025(i)
 
(g)
 
Diversified Financials
 
9,000

 
3,799

 
2,488

CENT CLO 19 Ltd. Subordinated Notes, 16.86% Estimated Yield, 10/29/2025(i)
 
(g)
 
Diversified Financials
 
2,000

 
1,163

 
1,026

Galaxy XV CLO Ltd. Class A Subordinated Notes, 9.02% Estimated Yield, 4/15/2025(i)
 
(g)
 
Diversified Financials
 
4,000

 
2,334

 
1,889

Ivy Hill Middle Market Credit Fund VIII, Ltd. Subordinated Loan, 11.84% Estimated Yield, 2/2/2026(f)(i)
 
(g)
 
Diversified Financials
 
10,000

 
9,498

 
9,424

Total Collateralized Securities and Structured Products - Equity
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
16,794

 
14,827

Equity - 3.7%
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Ascent Resources - Marcellus, LLC, Common Shares(t)
 
 
 
Energy: Oil & Gas
 
511,255 Units

 
1,642

 
1,457

Ascent Resources - Marcellus, LLC, Warrants(t)
 
 
 
Energy: Oil & Gas
 
132,367 Units

 
13

 
4

Avaya Holdings Corp., Common Stock(j)(q)(t)
 
 
 
Telecommunications
 
321,260 Units

 
5,285

 
4,678

Charming Charlie LLC, Common Stock(t)(v)
 
 
 
Retail
 
30,046,243 Units

 
1,302

 
—

CHC Medical Partners, Inc., Series C Preferred Stock, 12% Dividend
 
 
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
1,818,182 Units

 
3,000

 
3,236

Conisus Holdings, Inc., Series B Preferred Stock, 12% Dividend(u)(v)
 
 
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
12,677,833 Units

 
9,200

 
10,903

Conisus Holdings, Inc., Common Stock(t)(v)
 
 
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
4,914,556 Units

 
200

 
197

F+W Media, Inc., Common Stock(t)(v)
 
 
 
Media: Diversified & Production
 
31,211 Units

 
—

 
—

Mooregate ITC Acquisition, LLC, Class A Units(t)
 
 
 
High Tech Industries
 
500 Units

 
563

 
90

Mount Logan Capital Inc., Common Stock(i)(j)(v)
 
 
 
Banking, Finance, Insurance & Real Estate
 
7,842,273 Units

 
3,335

 
2,645

NS NWN Acquisition, LLC, Voting Units(t)
 
 
 
High Tech Industries
 
404 Units

 
393

 
730

NSG Co-Invest (Bermuda) LP, Partnership Interests(i)(t)
 
 
 
Consumer Goods: Durable
 
1,575 Units

 
1,000

 
675

Rhino Energy LLC, Warrants(t)
 
 
 
Metals & Mining
 
170,972 Units

 
280

 
106

SIMR Parent, LLC, Class B Common Units(t)(v)
 
 
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
7,500,000 Units

 
7,500

 
7,382

Spinal USA, Inc. / Precision Medical Inc., Warrants(p)(t)
 
 
 
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
9,317,237 Units

 
4,736

 
4,100

Tenere Inc., Warrant(t)
 
 
 
Capital Equipment
 
N/A

 
161

 
196

TexOak Petro Holdings LLC, Membership Interests(t)(v)
 
 
 
Energy: Oil & Gas
 
60,000 Units

 
—

 
—

See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.

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CĪON Investment Corporation
Consolidated Schedule of Investments
December 31, 2018
(in thousands)
Portfolio Company(a)
 
 
 
Principal/
Par Amount/
Units(e)
 
Cost(d)
 
Fair
Value(c)
Total Equity
 
 
 
 
 
38,610

 
36,399

Short Term Investments - 1.3%(n)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
First American Treasury Obligations Fund, Class Z Shares, 2.36%(o)
 
 
 
 
 
12,537

 
12,537

Total Short Term Investments
 
 
 
 
 
12,537

 
12,537

TOTAL INVESTMENTS - 190.5%
 
 
 
 
 
$
1,916,763

 
1,865,310

LIABILITIES IN EXCESS OF OTHER ASSETS - (90.5%)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(886,039
)
NET ASSETS - 100%
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$
979,271

a.
All of the Company’s investments are issued by eligible U.S. portfolio companies, as defined in the 1940 Act, except for investments specifically identified as non-qualifying per note i. below. Unless specifically identified in note w. below, investments do not contain a PIK interest provision.
b.
The 1, 2, 3 and 6 month LIBOR rates were 2.52%, 2.62%, 2.80% and 2.87%, respectively, as of December 31, 2018.  The actual LIBOR rate for each loan listed may not be the applicable LIBOR rate as of December 31, 2018, as the loan may have been priced or repriced based on a LIBOR rate prior to or subsequent to December 31, 2018. The 1 month EURIBOR rate was (0.41%) as of December 31, 2018.
c.
Fair value determined in good faith by the Company’s board of directors (see Note 8) using significant unobservable inputs unless otherwise noted.
d.
Represents amortized cost for debt securities and cost for equity investments.
e.
Denominated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise noted.
f.
As of December 31, 2018, the Company was committed, upon the satisfaction of certain conditions, to fund additional amounts in connection with this investment. See Note 10 for additional information.
g.
The CLO subordinated notes are considered equity positions in the CLO vehicles and are not rated. Equity investments are entitled to recurring distributions, which are generally equal to the remaining cash flow of the payments made by the underlying vehicle's securities less contractual payments to debt holders and expenses. The estimated yield indicated is based upon a current projection of the amount and timing of these recurring distributions and the estimated amount of repayment of principal upon termination. Such projections are periodically reviewed and adjusted, and the estimated yield may not ultimately be realized.
h.
As a result of an arrangement between the Company and the other lenders in the syndication, the Company is entitled to less interest than the stated interest rate of this loan, which is reflected in this schedule, in exchange for a higher payment priority.
i.
The investment or a portion thereof is not a qualifying asset under the 1940 Act. A business development company may not acquire any asset other than qualifying assets, unless, at the time the acquisition is made, qualifying assets represent at least 70% of the company’s total assets as defined under Section 55 of the 1940 Act. As of December 31, 2018, 90.7% of the Company’s total assets represented qualifying assets.    
j.
Fair value determined using level 1 inputs.
k.
Position or a portion thereof unsettled as of December 31, 2018.
l.
In addition to the interest earned based on the stated interest rate of this loan, which is the amount reflected in this schedule, the Company may be entitled to receive additional amounts as a result of an arrangement between the Company and other lenders in the syndication in exchange for a lower payment priority.
m.
In addition to the interest earned based on the stated interest rate of this loan, which is the amount reflected in this schedule, the Company may be entitled to receive additional residual amounts.
n.
Short term investments represent an investment in a fund that invests in highly liquid investments with average original maturity dates of three months or less.
o.
7-day effective yield as of December 31, 2018.
p.
Investment or a portion thereof held within the Company’s wholly-owned consolidated subsidiary, 34th Street, and was pledged as collateral supporting the amounts outstanding under the credit facility with JPM as of December 31, 2018 (see Note 7).
q.
Investment or a portion thereof held within the Company’s wholly-owned consolidated subsidiary, Flatiron Funding II, and was pledged as collateral supporting the amounts outstanding under the credit facility with Citibank as of December 31, 2018 (see Note 7).
r.
Investment or a portion thereof held within the Company’s wholly-owned consolidated subsidiary, Murray Hill Funding II, and was pledged as collateral supporting the amounts outstanding under the repurchase agreement with UBS as of December 31, 2018 (see Note 7).
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.

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CĪON Investment Corporation
Consolidated Schedule of Investments
December 31, 2018
(in thousands)
s.
Investment or a portion thereof held within the Company’s wholly-owned consolidated subsidiary, 33rd Street, and was pledged as collateral supporting the amounts outstanding under the credit facility with MS as of December 31, 2018 (see Note 7).
t.
Non-income producing security.
u.
Investment was on non-accrual status as of December 31, 2018.
v.
Investment determined to be an affiliated investment as defined in the 1940 Act as the Company owns between 5% and 25% of the portfolio company’s outstanding voting securities but does not control the company. Fair value as of December 31, 2017 and 2018, along with transactions during the year ended December 31, 2018 in these affiliated investments are as follows:
 
 
 
 
Year Ended December 31, 2018
 
 
 
Year Ended December 31, 2018
Non-Controlled, Affiliated Investments
 
Fair Value at
December 31, 2017
 
Gross
Additions
(Cost)(1)
 
Gross
Reductions
(Cost)(2)
 
Net
Unrealized
(Loss) Gain
 
Fair Value at
December 31, 2018
 
Net Realized
Gain (Loss)
 
Interest
Income(3)
  Charming Charlie, LLC
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
    First Lien Term Loan B1
 
$
—

 
$
2,619

 
$
—

 
$
(1,598
)
 
$
1,021

 
$
—

 
$
99

    First Lien Term Loan B2
 
—

 
1,912

 
—

 
(663
)
 
1,249

 
—

 
191

    Vendor Payment Financing Facility
 
—

 
157

 
—

 
—

 
157

 
—

 
44

    Common Stock
 
—

 
1,302

 
—

 
(1,302
)
 
—

 
—

 
—

  Conisus Holdings, Inc.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
    Series B Preferred Stock
 
9,300

 
—

 
—

 
1,603

 
10,903

 
—

 
—

    Common Stock
 
175

 
—

 
—

 
22

 
197

 
—

 
—

  F+W Media, Inc.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
    First Lien Term Loan B-1
 
1,169

 
103

 
(100
)
 
(35
)
 
1,137

 
—

 
95

    First Lien Term Loan B-2
 
1,498

 
16

 
—

 
(1,353
)
 
161

 
—

 
39

    Common Stock
 
—

 
—

 
—

 
—

 
—

 
—

 
—

Mount Logan Capital Inc.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
    Common Stock
 
—

 
3,335

 
—

 
(690
)
 
2,645

 
—

 
—

  SIMR, LLC
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
    First Lien Term Loan
 
—

 
15,020

 
—

 
(263
)
 
14,757

 
—

 
580

  SIMR Parent, LLC
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
    Class B Common Units
 
—

 
7,500

 
—

 
(118
)
 
7,382

 
—

 
 
  Petroflow Energy Corp.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
    First Lien Term Loan
 
3,391

 
63

 
(902
)
 
(189
)
 
2,363

 
—

 
199

  TexOak Petro Holdings LLC
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
    Second Lien Term Loan
 
—

 
—

 
—

 
—

 
—

 
—

 
—

    Membership Interests
 
—

 
—

 
—

 
—

 
—

 
—

 
—

Totals
 
$
15,533

 
$
32,027

 
$
(1,002
)
 
$
(4,586
)
 
$
41,972

 
$
—

 
$
1,247

(1)
Gross additions include increases in the cost basis of investments resulting from new portfolio investments, PIK interest, the amortization of unearned income, the exchange of one or more existing securities for one or more new securities and the movement of an existing portfolio company into this category from a different category.
(2)
Gross reductions include decreases in the cost basis of investments resulting from principal collections related to investment repayments or sales, the exchange of one or more existing securities for one or more new securities and the movement of an existing portfolio company out of this category into a different category.
(3)
Includes PIK interest income.
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.

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CĪON Investment Corporation
Consolidated Schedule of Investments
December 31, 2018
(in thousands)
w.
For the year ended December 31, 2018, the following investments contain a PIK interest provision whereby the issuer has either the option or the obligation to make interest payments with the issuance of additional securities:
 
 
 
 
Interest Rate
 
Interest Amount
Portfolio Company
 
Investment Type
 
Cash
 
PIK
 
All-in-Rate
 
Cash
 
PIK
 
Total
American Clinical Solutions LLC(u)
 
Senior Secured First Lien Debt
 
10.50%
 
2.00%
 
12.50%
 
$
326

 
$
168

 
$
494

Charming Charlie LLC(u)
 
Senior Secured First Lien Debt
 
6.00%
 
5.00%
 
11.00%
 
$
98

 
$
—

 
$
98

Charming Charlie LLC(u)
 
Senior Secured First Lien Debt
 
2.00%
 
9.00%
 
11.00%
 
$
54

 
$
—

 
$
54

CHC Solutions Inc.
 
Senior Secured First Lien Debt
 
8.00%
 
4.00%
 
12.00%
 
$
258

 
$
129

 
$
387

Dayton Superior Corp.
 
Senior Secured First Lien Debt
 
9.00%
 
6.00%
 
15.00%
 
$
578

 
$
194

 
$
772

F+W Media, Inc.(u)
 
Senior Secured First Lien Debt
 
—
 
11.50%
 
11.50%
 
$
—

 
$
24

 
$
24

F+W Media, Inc.
 
Senior Secured First Lien Debt
 
—
 
8.00%
 
8.00%
 
$
—

 
$
95

 
$
95

Lonestar Prospects, Ltd.(x)
 
Senior Secured First Lien Debt
 
9.50%
 
1.00%
 
10.50%
 
$
190

 
$
27

 
$
217

Petroflow Energy Corp.(u)
 
Senior Secured First Lien Debt
 
3.00%
 
6.00%
 
9.00%
 
$
70

 
$
—

 
$
70

Rimini Street, Inc.(x)
 
Senior Secured First Lien Debt
 
12.00%
 
3.00%
 
15.00%
 
$
1,228

 
$
278

 
$
1,506

Sequoia Healthcare Management, LLC(x)
 
Senior Secured First Lien Debt
 
12.00%
 
4.00%
 
16.00%
 
$
370

 
$
171

 
$
541

Spinal USA, Inc. / Precision Medical Inc.
 
Senior Secured First Lien Debt
 
—
 
10.50%
 
10.50%
 
$
—

 
$
40

 
$
40

TexOak Petro Holdings LLC(u)
 
Senior Secured Second Lien Debt
 
—
 
8.00%
 
8.00%
 
$
—

 
$
—

 
$
—

Visual Edge Technology, Inc.(x)
 
Subordinated Note
 
—
 
12.50%
 
12.50%
 
$
—

 
$
224

 
$
224

x.
Prior to December 31, 2018, the Company exited the investment.
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.


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CĪON Investment Corporation
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (unaudited)
March 31, 2019
(in thousands, except share and per share amounts)


Note 1. Organization and Principal Business    
CĪON Investment Corporation, or the Company, was incorporated under the general corporation laws of the State of Maryland on August 9, 2011. On December 17, 2012, the Company successfully raised gross proceeds from unaffiliated outside investors of at least $2,500, or the minimum offering requirement, and commenced operations. The Company is an externally managed, non-diversified closed-end management investment company that has elected to be regulated as a business development company, or BDC, under the 1940 Act. The Company elected to be treated for federal income tax purposes as a regulated investment company, or RIC, as defined under Subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, or the Code.
The Company’s investment objective is to generate current income and, to a lesser extent, capital appreciation for investors. The Company’s portfolio is comprised primarily of investments in senior secured debt, including first lien loans, second lien loans and unitranche loans, and, to a lesser extent, collateralized securities, structured products and other similar securities, and equity, of private and thinly-traded U.S. middle-market companies.
The Company is managed by CION Investment Management, LLC, or CIM, a registered investment adviser and an affiliate of the Company. Pursuant to an investment advisory agreement with the Company, CIM oversees the management of the Company’s activities and is responsible for making investment decisions for the Company’s investment portfolio. On November 1, 2018, the board of directors of the Company, including a majority of the board of directors who are not interested persons, approved the renewal of the investment advisory agreement with CIM for a period of twelve months commencing December 17, 2018. The Company and CIM previously engaged Apollo Investment Management, L.P., or AIM, a subsidiary of Apollo Global Management, LLC, or, together with its subsidiaries, Apollo, a leading global alternative investment manager, to act as the Company’s investment sub-adviser.
On July 11, 2017, the members of CIM entered into a third amended and restated limited liability company agreement of CIM, or the Third Amended CIM LLC Agreement, for the purpose of creating a joint venture between AIM and CION Investment Group, LLC, or CIG, an affiliate of the Company. Under the Third Amended CIM LLC Agreement, AIM became a member of CIM and was issued a newly-created class of membership interests in CIM pursuant to which AIM, among other things, shares in the profits, losses, distributions and expenses of CIM with the other members in accordance with the terms of the Third Amended CIM LLC Agreement, which results in CIG and AIM each owning a 50% economic interest in CIM.
On July 10, 2017, the Company’s independent directors unanimously approved the termination of the investment sub-advisory agreement with AIM, effective as of July 11, 2017. Although the investment sub-advisory agreement and AIM's engagement as the Company’s investment sub-adviser were terminated, AIM's investment professionals continue to perform certain services for CIM and the Company, including, without limitation, identifying investment opportunities for approval by CIM's investment committee. AIM is not paid a separate fee in exchange for such services, but is entitled to receive distributions as a member of CIM as described above.
On December 4, 2017, the members of CIM entered into a fourth amended and restated limited liability company agreement of CIM, or the Fourth Amended CIM LLC Agreement. Under the Fourth Amended CIM LLC Agreement, AIM's investment professionals perform certain services for CIM, which include, among other services, (i) assistance with identifying and providing information about potential investment opportunities for approval by CIM’s investment committee; and (ii) providing (a) trade and settlement support; (b) portfolio and cash reconciliation; (c) market pipeline information regarding syndicated deals, in each case, as reasonably requested by CIM; and (d) monthly valuation reports and support for all broker-quoted investments. All of the Company's investment decisions are the sole responsibility of, and are made at the sole discretion of, CIM's investment committee, which consists entirely of CIG senior personnel.
Note 2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
Basis of Presentation and Consolidation
The accompanying unaudited consolidated financial statements of the Company have been prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles, or GAAP, for interim financial information and pursuant to the instructions for Form 10-Q and Article 10 of Regulation S-X. Accordingly, they do not include all of the information and footnotes required by GAAP for complete financial statements. In the opinion of management, all adjustments (consisting of normal recurring adjustments) considered necessary for a fair presentation have been included. For a more complete discussion of significant accounting policies and certain other information, the Company’s interim unaudited consolidated financial statements should be read in conjunction with its audited consolidated financial statements as of December 31, 2018 and for the year then ended included in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K. Operating results for interim periods are not necessarily indicative of the results that may be expected for the full year ending December 31, 2019. The consolidated balance sheet and the consolidated schedule of investments as of December 31, 2018 are derived from the 2018 audited consolidated financial statements and include the accounts of the Company’s wholly-owned subsidiaries.
The Company evaluates subsequent events through the date that the consolidated financial statements are issued.

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CĪON Investment Corporation
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (unaudited)
March 31, 2019
(in thousands, except share and per share amounts)

Reclassification
Unamortized original issue discounts, or OID, and market discounts/premiums received upon the early repayment of debt investments have been reclassified from net realized gains on investments to interest income. As a result, prior year amounts have been reclassified to conform to the current presentation.
Recently Adopted Accounting Standards
In May 2014, the Financial Accounting Standards Board, or the FASB, issued ASU 2014-09, Revenue from Contracts with Customers, or ASU 2014-09, which establishes a comprehensive and converged standard on revenue recognition to enable financial statement users to better understand and consistently analyze an entity’s revenue across industries, transactions and geographies. The core principle of ASU 2014-09 is that an entity should recognize revenue to depict the transfer of promised goods or services to customers in an amount that reflects the consideration to which the entity expects to be entitled in exchange for those goods or services. As such, ASU 2014-09 could impact the timing of revenue recognition. ASU 2014-09 also requires improved disclosures to help users of financial statements better understand the nature, amount, timing and uncertainty of revenue that is recognized. ASU 2014-09 applies to all entities. In April 2016, the FASB issued ASU 2016-10, Revenue from Contracts with Customers (Topic 606): Identifying Performance Obligations and Licensing, which clarified the implementation guidance regarding performance obligations and licensing arrangements. This guidance is effective for interim reporting periods within annual reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2017. This guidance was adopted by the Company during the three months ended March 31, 2018 and did not have a material impact on the Company’s consolidated financial statements.
In August 2016, the FASB issued ASU 2016-15, Statement of Cash Flows: Classification of Certain Cash Receipts and Cash Payments (a consensus of the Emerging Issues Task Force), or ASU 2016-15, which intends to reduce diversity in practice in how certain cash receipts and payments are classified in the statement of cash flows, including debt prepayment or extinguishment costs, the settlement of contingent liabilities arising from a business combination, proceeds from insurance settlements and distributions from certain equity method investments. ASU 2016-15 is effective for interim and annual periods beginning after December 15, 2017. This guidance was adopted by the Company during the three months ended March 31, 2018 and did not have a material impact on the Company’s consolidated financial statements.
In November 2016, the FASB issued ASU 2016-18, Statement of Cash Flows (Topic 230): Restricted Cash (a consensus of the FASB Emerging Issues Task Force), or ASU 2016-18, which requires an entity to include in its cash and cash-equivalent balances in the statement of cash flows those amounts that are deemed to be restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents. ASU 2016-18 is effective for interim and annual periods beginning after December 15, 2017. This guidance was adopted by the Company during the three months ended March 31, 2018 and did not have a material impact on the Company’s consolidated financial statements.
In January 2017, the FASB issued ASU 2017-01, Business Combinations: Clarifying the Definition of a Business, or ASU 2017-01, which clarifies the definition of a business with the objective of adding guidance to assist companies with evaluating whether transactions should be accounted for as acquisitions (or disposals) of assets or businesses. ASU 2017-01 is expected to reduce the number of transactions that need to be further evaluated as businesses. ASU 2017-01 is effective for interim and annual periods beginning after December 15, 2017. This guidance was adopted by the Company during the three months ended March 31, 2018 and did not have a material impact on the Company’s consolidated financial statements.
Recently Announced Accounting Standards
In March 2017, the FASB issued ASU 2017-08, Premium Amortization on Purchased Callable Debt Securities, or ASU 2017-08, which shortens the amortization period for the premium on certain purchased callable debt securities to the earliest call date. ASU 2017-08 is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2019, and interim periods within fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2020. Early adoption is permitted, including adoption during an interim period. If the Company early adopts the amendments during an interim period, any adjustments will be reflected as of the beginning of the fiscal year that includes such interim period. The Company is in the process of evaluating the impact that this guidance will have on its consolidated financial statements.
In August 2018, the FASB issued ASU 2018-13, Changes to the Disclosure Requirements for Fair Value Measurement, or ASU 2018-13, which modifies the disclosure requirements for fair value measurements in Topic 820 by removing, modifying, or adding certain disclosures. ASU 2018-13 is effective for all entities for fiscal years, and interim periods within those fiscal years, beginning after December 15, 2019. The Company is in the process of evaluating the impact that this guidance will have on its consolidated financial statements.
Cash and Cash Equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents include cash in banks and highly liquid investments with original maturity dates of three months or less. The Company’s cash and cash equivalents are held principally at one financial institution and at times may exceed insured limits. The Company periodically evaluates the creditworthiness of this institution and has not experienced any losses on such deposits.

24
CĪON Investment Corporation
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (unaudited)
March 31, 2019
(in thousands, except share and per share amounts)

Foreign Currency Translations
The accounting records of the Company are maintained in U.S. dollars. All assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are translated into U.S. dollars based on the foreign exchange rate on the date of valuation. The Company does not isolate that portion of the results of operations resulting from changes in foreign exchange rates on investments from the fluctuations arising from changes in market prices of securities held. Changes in the relationship of foreign currencies to the U.S. dollar can significantly affect the value of these investments and therefore the earnings of the Company.
Short Term Investments
Short term investments include an investment in a U.S. Treasury obligations fund, which seeks to provide current income and daily liquidity by purchasing U.S. Treasury securities and repurchase agreements that are collateralized by such securities. The Company had $26,169 and $12,537 of such investments at March 31, 2019 and December 31, 2018, respectively, which are included in investments, at fair value on the accompanying consolidated balance sheets and on the consolidated schedules of investments.
Offering Costs
Offering costs included, among other things, legal fees and other costs pertaining to the preparation of the Company’s registration statements in connection with the continuous public offerings of the Company’s shares. Certain initial offering costs that were funded by CIG on behalf of the Company were submitted by CIG for reimbursement upon meeting the minimum offering requirement on December 17, 2012. These costs were capitalized and amortized over a twelve month period as an adjustment to capital in excess of par value. All other offering costs were expensed as incurred by the Company. The Company's follow-on continuous public offering ended on January 25, 2019.
Income Taxes
The Company elected to be treated for federal income tax purposes as a RIC under Subchapter M of the Code. To qualify and maintain qualification as a RIC, the Company must, among other things, meet certain source of income and asset diversification requirements and distribute to shareholders, for each taxable year, at least 90% of the Company’s “investment company taxable income”, which is generally equal to the sum of the Company’s net ordinary income plus the excess, if any, of realized net short-term capital gains over realized net long-term capital losses. If the Company continues to qualify as a RIC and continues to satisfy the annual distribution requirement, the Company will not be subject to corporate level federal income taxes on any income that the Company distributes to its shareholders. The Company intends to make distributions in an amount sufficient to maintain RIC status each year and to avoid any federal income taxes on income. The Company will also be subject to nondeductible federal excise taxes if the Company does not distribute at least 98.0% of net ordinary income, 98.2% of capital gains, if any, and any recognized and undistributed income from prior years for which it paid no federal income taxes. 
Two of the Company’s wholly-owned consolidated subsidiaries, View ITC, LLC and View Rise, LLC, or collectively the Taxable Subsidiaries, have elected to be treated as taxable entities for U.S. federal income tax purposes. As a result, the Taxable Subsidiaries are not consolidated with the Company for income tax purposes and may generate income tax expense or benefit, and the related tax assets and liabilities, as a result of its ownership of certain portfolio investments. The income tax expense or benefit, if any, and the related tax assets and liabilities, where material, are reflected in the Company’s consolidated financial statements. There were no deferred tax assets or liabilities as of March 31, 2019.
Book/tax differences relating to permanent differences are reclassified among the Company’s capital accounts, as appropriate. Additionally, the tax character of distributions is determined in accordance with income tax regulations that may differ from GAAP (see Note 5).
Uncertainty in Income Taxes
The Company evaluates its tax positions to determine if the tax positions taken meet the minimum recognition threshold for the purposes of measuring and recognizing tax liabilities in the consolidated financial statements. Recognition of a tax benefit or liability with respect to an uncertain tax position is required only when the position is “more likely than not” to be sustained assuming examination by the taxing authorities. The Company recognizes interest and penalties, if any, related to unrecognized tax benefits as income tax expense in the consolidated statements of operations. The Company did not have any uncertain tax positions during the periods presented herein. 
The Company is subject to examination by U.S. federal, New York State, New York City and Maryland income tax jurisdictions for 2015, 2016, and 2017.

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CĪON Investment Corporation
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (unaudited)
March 31, 2019
(in thousands, except share and per share amounts)

Use of Estimates
The preparation of the consolidated financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires the Company to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities at the date of the consolidated financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results may materially differ from those estimates.
Valuation of Portfolio Investments
The fair value of the Company’s investments is determined quarterly in good faith by the Company’s board of directors pursuant to its consistently applied valuation procedures and valuation process in accordance with Accounting Standards Codification Topic 820, Fair Value Measurements and Disclosure, or ASC 820. ASC 820 defines fair value as the price that would be received from the sale of an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. ASC 820 also establishes a three-tier fair value hierarchy that prioritizes and ranks the level of market price observability of inputs used in measuring investments at fair value. Inputs used to measure these fair values are classified into the following hierarchy:
Level 1 -
Quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities, accessible by the Company at the measurement date.
Level 2 -
Quoted prices for similar assets or liabilities in active markets, or quoted prices for identical or similar assets or liabilities in markets that are not active, or other observable inputs other than quoted prices.
Level 3 -
Unobservable inputs for the asset or liability. The inputs used in the determination of fair value may require significant management judgment or estimation. Such information may be the result of consensus pricing information or broker quotes that include a disclaimer that the broker would not be held to such a price in an actual transaction. The non-binding nature of consensus pricing and/or quotes accompanied by the disclaimer would result in classification as a Level 3 asset, assuming no additional corroborating evidence.
Market price observability is affected by a number of factors, including the type of investment and the characteristics specific to the investment. Investments with readily available active quoted prices or for which fair value can be measured from actively quoted prices generally will have a higher degree of market price observability and a lesser degree of judgment used in measuring fair value.
Based on the observability of the inputs used in the valuation techniques, the Company is required to provide disclosures on fair value measurements according to the fair value hierarchy. The level in the fair value hierarchy for each fair value measurement has been determined based on the lowest level of input that is significant to the fair value measurement. Our assessment of the significance of a particular input to the fair value measurement in its entirety requires judgment and considers factors specific to each investment. The level assigned to the investment valuations may not be indicative of the risk or liquidity associated with investing in such investments. Because of the inherent uncertainties of valuation, the values reflected in the financial statements may differ materially from the value that would be received upon an actual sale of such investments. In addition, changes in the market environment and other events that may occur over the life of the investments may cause the gains or losses that the Company ultimately realizes on these investments to materially differ from the valuations currently assigned.
The Company’s investments, excluding short term investments, consist primarily of debt securities that are traded on a private over-the-counter market for institutional investments. CIM attempts to obtain market quotations from at least two brokers or dealers for each investment (if available, otherwise from a principal market maker or a primary market dealer or other independent pricing service). CIM utilizes mid-market pricing to determine fair value unless a different point within the range is more representative. Because of the private nature of this marketplace (meaning actual transactions are not publicly reported) and the non-binding nature of consensus pricing and/or quotes, the Company believes that these valuation inputs result in Level 3 classification within the fair value hierarchy.
Notwithstanding the foregoing, if in the reasonable judgment of CIM, the price of any investment held by the Company and determined in the manner described above does not accurately reflect the fair value of such investment, CIM will value such investment at a price that reflects such investment’s fair value and report such change in the valuation to the board of directors or its designee as soon as practicable. Investments that carry certain restrictions on sale will typically be valued at a discount from the public market value of the investment.
Any investments that are not publicly traded or for which a market price is not otherwise readily available are valued at a price that reflects its fair value. With respect to such investments, if CIM is unable to obtain market quotations, the investments are reviewed and valued using one or more of the following types of analyses:
i.
Market comparable statistics and public trading multiples discounted for illiquidity, minority ownership and other factors for companies with similar characteristics.
ii.
Valuations implied by third-party investments in the applicable portfolio companies.

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CĪON Investment Corporation
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (unaudited)
March 31, 2019
(in thousands, except share and per share amounts)

iii.
Discounted cash flow analysis, including a terminal value or exit multiple.
Determination of fair value involves subjective judgments and estimates. Accordingly, these notes to the Company’s consolidated financial statements refer to the uncertainty with respect to the possible effect of such valuations, and any change in such valuations, on the Company’s consolidated financial statements. Below is a description of factors that the Company’s board of directors may consider when valuing the Company’s equity and debt investments where a market price is not readily available:
•
the size and scope of a portfolio company and its specific strengths and weaknesses;
•
prevailing interest rates for like securities;
•
expected volatility in future interest rates;
•
leverage; 
•
call features, put features and other relevant terms of the debt;
•
the borrower’s ability to adequately service its debt;
•
the fair market value of the portfolio company in relation to the face amount of its outstanding debt;
•
the quality of collateral securing the Company’s debt investments;
•
multiples of earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization, or EBITDA, cash flows, net income, revenues or, in some cases, book value or liquidation value; and
•
other factors deemed applicable.
All of these factors may be subject to adjustment based upon the particular circumstances of a portfolio company or the Company’s actual investment position. For example, adjustments to EBITDA may take into account compensation to previous owners, or acquisition, recapitalization, and restructuring expenses or other related or non-recurring items. The choice of analyses and the weight assigned to such factors may vary across investments and may change within an investment if events occur that warrant such a change.
The discounted cash flow model deemed appropriate by CIM is prepared for the applicable investments and reviewed by the designated members of CIM’s management team. Such models are prepared at least quarterly or on an as needed basis. The model uses the estimated cash flow projections for the underlying investments and an appropriate discount rate is determined based on the latest financial information available for the borrower, prevailing market trends, comparable analysis and other inputs. The model, key assumptions, inputs, and results are reviewed by the designated members of CIM’s management team with final approval from the board of directors.
Consistent with the Company’s valuation policy, the Company evaluates the source of inputs, including any markets in which the Company’s investments are trading, in determining fair value.
The Company periodically benchmarks the broker quotes from the brokers or dealers against the actual prices at which the Company purchases and sells its investments. Based on the results of the benchmark analysis and the experience of the Company’s management in purchasing and selling these investments, the Company believes that these quotes are reliable indicators of fair value. The Company may also use other methods to determine fair value for securities for which it cannot obtain market quotations through brokers or dealers, including the use of an independent valuation firm. Designated members of CIM’s management team and the Company's board of directors review and approve the valuation determinations made with respect to these investments in a manner consistent with the Company’s valuation process.
Revenue Recognition
Securities transactions are accounted for on the trade date. The Company records interest and dividend income on an accrual basis beginning on the trade settlement date or the ex-dividend date, respectively, to the extent that the Company expects to collect such amounts.  For investments in equity tranches of collateralized loan obligations, the Company records income based on the effective interest rate determined using the amortized cost and estimated cash flows, which is updated periodically. Loan origination fees, OID, and market discounts/premiums are recorded and such amounts are amortized as adjustments to interest income over the respective term of the loan using the effective interest method. Upon the prepayment of a loan or security, prepayment premiums, any unamortized loan origination fees, OID, or market discounts are recorded as interest income. In addition, the Company may generate revenue in the form of commitment, amendment, structuring or diligence fees, monitoring fees, fees for providing managerial assistance and possibly consulting fees and performance-based fees. Any such fees generated in connection with investments are recognized when earned.

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CĪON Investment Corporation
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (unaudited)
March 31, 2019
(in thousands, except share and per share amounts)

The Company may have investments in its investment portfolio that contain a PIK interest provision. PIK interest is accrued as interest income if the portfolio company valuation indicates that such PIK interest is collectible and recorded as interest receivable up to the interest payment date. On the interest payment dates, the Company will capitalize the accrued interest receivable attributable to PIK as additional principal due from the borrower. Additional PIK securities typically have the same terms, including maturity dates and interest rates, as the original securities. In order to maintain RIC status, substantially all of this income must be paid out to shareholders in the form of distributions, even if the Company has not collected any cash. For additional information on investments that contain a PIK interest provision, see the consolidated schedules of investments as of March 31, 2019 and December 31, 2018.
Loans and debt securities, including those that are individually identified as being impaired under Accounting Standards Codification 310, Receivables, or ASC 310, are generally placed on non-accrual status immediately if, in the opinion of management, principal or interest is not likely to be paid, or when principal or interest is past due 90 days or more. Interest accrued but not collected at the date a loan or security is placed on non-accrual status is reversed against interest income. Interest income is recognized on non-accrual loans or debt securities only to the extent received in cash. However, where there is doubt regarding the ultimate collectibility of principal, cash receipts, whether designated as principal or interest, are thereafter applied to reduce the carrying value of the loan or debt security. Loans or securities are restored to accrual status only when interest and principal payments are brought current and future payments are reasonably assured.

Dividend income on preferred equity securities is recorded on an accrual basis to the extent that such amounts are payable by the portfolio company and are expected to be collected. Dividend income on common equity securities is recorded on the record date for private portfolio companies or on the ex-dividend date for publicly-traded portfolio companies.
Net Realized Gains or Losses and Net Change in Unrealized Appreciation or Depreciation
Gains or losses on the sale of investments are calculated by using the weighted-average method. The Company measures realized gains or losses by the difference between the net proceeds from the sale and the weighted-average amortized cost of the investment, without regard to unrealized appreciation or depreciation previously recognized, but considering unamortized upfront fees. Net change in unrealized appreciation or depreciation reflects the change in portfolio investment values during the reporting period, including any reversal of previously recorded unrealized appreciation or depreciation when gains or losses are realized.
Capital Gains Incentive Fee
Pursuant to the terms of the investment advisory agreement the Company entered into with CIM, the incentive fee on capital gains earned on liquidated investments of the Company’s investment portfolio during operations is determined and payable in arrears as of the end of each calendar year. Such fee equals 20% of the Company’s incentive fee capital gains (i.e., the Company’s realized capital gains on a cumulative basis from inception, calculated as of the end of each calendar year, computed net of all realized capital losses and unrealized capital depreciation on a cumulative basis), less the aggregate amount of any previously paid capital gains incentive fees. On a cumulative basis and to the extent that all realized capital losses and unrealized capital depreciation exceed realized capital gains as well as the aggregate realized net capital gains for which a fee has previously been paid, the Company would not be required to pay CIM a capital gains incentive fee. On a quarterly basis, the Company accrues for the capital gains incentive fee by calculating such fee as if it were due and payable as of the end of such period.
CIM did not take any incentive fees with respect to the Company’s TRS. For purposes of computing the capital gains incentive fee, CIM became entitled to a capital gains incentive fee upon the termination of the TRS, at which point all gains and losses of the underlying loans constituting the reference assets of the TRS were realized. However, realized losses exceeded realized gains on the underlying loans, resulting in no capital gains incentive fees on the TRS. Any net unrealized gains on the TRS were reflected in total assets on the Company’s consolidated balance sheets and included in the computation of the base management fee. Any net unrealized losses on the TRS were reflected in total liabilities on the Company’s consolidated balance sheets and excluded in the computation of the base management fee.
While the investment advisory agreement with CIM neither includes nor contemplates the inclusion of unrealized gains in the calculation of the capital gains incentive fee, pursuant to an interpretation of the American Institute for Certified Public Accountants, or AICPA, Technical Practice Aid for investment companies, the Company accrues capital gains incentive fees on unrealized gains. This accrual reflects the incentive fees that would be payable to CIM if the Company’s entire investment portfolio was liquidated at its fair value as of the balance sheet date even though CIM is not entitled to an incentive fee with respect to unrealized gains unless and until such gains are actually realized.
Net Increase in Net Assets per Share
Net increase in net assets per share is calculated based upon the daily weighted average number of shares of common stock outstanding during the reporting period.
Distributions
Distributions to shareholders are recorded as of the record date. The amount paid as a distribution is declared by the Company's co-chief executive officers and ratified by the board of directors on a quarterly basis. Net realized capital gains, if any, are distributed at least annually.

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CĪON Investment Corporation
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (unaudited)
March 31, 2019
(in thousands, except share and per share amounts)

Note 3. Share Transactions
The Company’s initial continuous public offering commenced on July 2, 2012 and ended on December 31, 2015. The Company’s follow-on continuous public offering commenced on January 25, 2016 and ended on January 25, 2019.
The following table summarizes transactions with respect to shares of the Company’s common stock during the three months ended March 31, 2019 and 2018:
 
Three Months Ended
March 31,
 
2019
 
2018
 
Shares
 
Amount
 
Shares
 
Amount
Gross shares/proceeds from the offering
696,264

 
$
6,516

 
1,265,970

 
$
12,137

Reinvestment of distributions
1,075,226

 
9,361

 
1,075,747

 
9,844

Total gross shares/proceeds
1,771,490

 
15,877

 
2,341,717

 
21,981

Sales commissions and dealer manager fees
—

 
(296
)
 
—

 
(471
)
    Net shares/proceeds
1,771,490

 
15,581

 
2,341,717

 
21,510

Share repurchase program
(1,078,856
)
 
(9,361
)
 
(2,014,536
)
 
(18,379
)
    Net shares/proceeds from share transactions
692,634

 
$
6,220

 
327,181

 
$
3,131

During the three months ended March 31, 2019 and 2018, the Company sold 1,771,490 and 2,341,717 shares, respectively, at an average price per share of $8.96 and $9.39, respectively.
Since commencing its initial continuous public offering on July 2, 2012 and through March 31, 2019, the Company sold 113,401,873 shares of common stock for net proceeds of $1,155,287 at an average price per share of $10.19. The net proceeds include gross proceeds received from reinvested shareholder distributions of $172,225, for which the Company issued 18,971,521 shares of common stock, and gross proceeds paid for shares of common stock tendered for repurchase of $172,225, for which the Company repurchased 19,061,393 shares of common stock.
During the period from April 1, 2019 to May 9, 2019, the Company received gross proceeds of $3,485 from reinvested shareholder distributions, for which the Company issued 402,012 shares of common stock.
Since commencing its initial continuous public offering on July 2, 2012 and through May 9, 2019, the Company sold 113,803,885 shares of common stock for net proceeds of $1,158,772 at an average price per share of $10.18. The net proceeds include gross proceeds received from reinvested shareholder distributions of $175,710, for which the Company issued 19,373,533 shares of common stock, and gross proceeds paid for shares of common stock tendered for repurchase of $172,225, for which the Company repurchased 19,061,393 shares of common stock.

To ensure that the offering price per share, net of sales commissions and dealer manager fees, equaled or exceeded the net asset value per share on each subscription closing date and distribution reinvestment date, certain of the Company’s directors increased the offering price per share of common stock on certain dates. Due to a decline in the Company’s net asset value per share to an amount more than 2.5% below the Company’s then-current net offering price, certain of the Company’s directors decreased the offering price per share of common stock effective January 2, 2019 and January 9, 2019 from $9.50 to $9.45 and from $9.45 to $9.40, respectively. 
Share Repurchase Program
On a quarterly basis, the Company offers, and intends to continue offering, to repurchase shares on such terms as may be determined by the Company’s board of directors in its complete and absolute discretion unless, in the judgment of the independent directors of the Company’s board of directors, such repurchases would not be in the best interests of the Company’s shareholders or would violate applicable law.
The Company currently limits the number of shares to be repurchased during any calendar year to the number of shares it can repurchase with the proceeds it receives from the issuance of shares pursuant to its fifth amended and restated distribution reinvestment plan. At the discretion of the Company’s board of directors, it may also use cash on hand, cash available from borrowings and cash from liquidation of investments as of the end of the applicable period to repurchase shares. The Company currently offers to repurchase such shares at a price equal to the estimated net asset value per share on each date of repurchase.

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CĪON Investment Corporation
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (unaudited)
March 31, 2019
(in thousands, except share and per share amounts)

Any periodic repurchase offers are subject in part to the Company’s available cash and compliance with the BDC and RIC qualification and diversification rules promulgated under the 1940 Act and the Code, respectively. While the Company conducts quarterly tender offers as described above, it is not required to do so and may suspend or terminate the share repurchase program at any time, upon 30 days’ notice.
The following table summarizes the share repurchases completed during the year ended December 31, 2018 and the three months ended March 31, 2019:
Three Months Ended
 
Repurchase Date
 
Shares Repurchased
 
Percentage of Shares Tendered That Were Repurchased
 
Repurchase Price Per Share
 
Aggregate Consideration for Repurchased Shares
2018
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
March 31, 2018
 
January 3, 2018
 
2,014,536

 
100%
 
$
9.12

 
$
18,379

June 30, 2018
 
April 4, 2018
 
2,352,580

 
100%
 
9.15

 
21,525

September 30, 2018
 
July 5, 2018
 
2,507,596

 
100%
 
9.06

 
22,724

 
September 26, 2018
 
2,086,133

 
100%
 
9.06

 
18,907

December 31, 2018
 
December 26, 2018
 
1,759,845

 
63%
 
8.81

 
15,508

    Total for the year ended December 31, 2018
10,720,690

 
 
 
 
 
$
97,043

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2019
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
March 31, 2019
 
March 27, 2019
 
1,078,856

 
30%
 
$
8.68

 
$
9,361

    Total for the three months ended March 31, 2019
1,078,856

 
 
 
 
 
$
9,361

Note 4. Transactions with Related Parties
For the three months ended March 31, 2019 and 2018, fees and other expenses incurred by the Company related to CIM and its affiliates were as follows:
 
 
 
 
 
 
Three Months Ended
March 31,
Entity
 
Capacity
 
Description
 
2019
 
2018
CION Securities, LLC
 
Dealer manager
 
Dealer manager fees(1)
 
$
124

 
$
218

CIM
 
Investment adviser
 
Management fees(2)
 
9,331

 
7,939

CIM
 
Investment adviser
 
Incentive fees(2)
 
5,375

 
—

CIM
 
Administrative services provider
 
Administrative services expense(2)
 
497

 
—

ICON Capital, LLC
 
Administrative services provider
 
Administrative services expense(2)
 
—

 
461

 
 
 
 
 
 
$
15,327

 
$
8,618

(1)
Amounts charged directly to equity.
(2)
Amounts charged directly to operations.
On December 28, 2016, the Company entered into an amended and restated follow-on dealer manager agreement with CIM and CION Securities, LLC (formerly, ICON Securities, LLC), or CION Securities, in connection with the Company's follow-on continuous public offering, which ended on January 25, 2019. Under the amended and restated dealer manager agreement, the dealer manager fee was reduced from up to 3% to up to 2% of gross offering proceeds and selling commissions to the selling dealers were reduced from up to 7% to up to 3% of gross offering proceeds. Such costs were charged against capital in excess of par value when incurred. Since commencing its initial continuous public offering on July 2, 2012 through January 25, 2019, the Company paid or accrued sales commissions of $65,275 to the selling dealers and dealer manager fees of $32,631 to CION Securities.

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CĪON Investment Corporation
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (unaudited)
March 31, 2019
(in thousands, except share and per share amounts)

The Company has entered into an investment advisory agreement with CIM. On November 1, 2018, the board of directors of the Company, including a majority of the board of directors who are not interested persons, approved the renewal of the investment advisory agreement for a period of twelve months commencing December 17, 2018.  Pursuant to the investment advisory agreement, CIM is paid an annual base management fee equal to 2.0% of the average value of the Company’s gross assets, less cash and cash equivalents, and an incentive fee based on the Company’s performance, as described below. The base management fee is payable quarterly in arrears and is calculated based on the two most recently completed calendar quarters. The incentive fee consists of two parts. The first part, which is referred to as the subordinated incentive fee on income, is calculated and payable quarterly in arrears based on “pre-incentive fee net investment income” for the immediately preceding quarter and is subject to a hurdle rate, measured quarterly and expressed as a rate of return on adjusted capital, as defined in the investment advisory agreement, equal to 1.875% per quarter, or an annualized rate of 7.5%. For the three months ended March 31, 2019 and 2018, the liability recorded for subordinated incentive fees was $5,375 and $0, respectively. The second part of the incentive fee, which is referred to as the capital gains incentive fee, is described in Note 2. 

The Company accrues the capital gains incentive fee based on net realized gains and net unrealized appreciation; however, under the terms of the investment advisory agreement, the fee payable to CIM is based on net realized gains and unrealized depreciation and no such fee is payable with respect to unrealized appreciation unless and until such appreciation is actually realized. For the three months ended March 31, 2019 and 2018, the Company had no liability for and did not record any capital gains incentive fees.

With respect to the TRS, CIM became entitled to receive a capital gains incentive fee upon the termination of the TRS, at which point all net gains and losses of the underlying loans constituting the reference assets of the TRS were realized. However, CIM did not take any incentive fees with respect to the Company’s TRS as realized losses exceeded realized gains on the underlying loans upon termination. See Note 2 for an additional discussion of CIM's entitlement to receive payment of incentive fees.

The Company entered into an administration agreement with CIM’s affiliate, ICON Capital, LLC, or ICON Capital, pursuant to which ICON Capital furnished the Company with administrative services including accounting, investor relations and other administrative services necessary to conduct its day-to-day operations. ICON Capital was reimbursed for administrative expenses it incurred on the Company’s behalf in performing its obligations, provided that such reimbursement was for the lower of ICON Capital’s actual costs or the amount that the Company would have been required to pay for comparable administrative services in the same geographic location. Such costs were reasonably allocated to the Company on the basis of assets, revenues, time records or other reasonable methods. The Company did not reimburse ICON Capital for any services for which it received a separate fee or for rent, depreciation, utilities, capital equipment or other administrative items allocated to a person with a controlling interest in ICON Capital.

On April 1, 2018, the Company entered into an administration agreement with CIM for the purpose of replacing ICON Capital with CIM as the Company's administrator pursuant to the terms of the administration agreement. No other material terms of the administration agreement with ICON Capital were amended in connection with the administration agreement with CIM. On November 1, 2018, the board of directors of the Company, including a majority of the board of directors who are not interested persons, approved the renewal of the administration agreement for a period of twelve months commencing December 17, 2018.

Under the terms of the investment advisory agreement, CIM and certain of its affiliates, which includes CIG, are entitled to receive reimbursement of up to 1.5% of the gross proceeds raised until all offering and organizational costs have been reimbursed. The Company’s payment of offering and organizational costs will not exceed 1.5% of the actual gross proceeds raised from the offerings (without giving effect to any potential expense support from CIG and its affiliates, which includes CIM). With respect to any reimbursements for offering and organizational costs, the Company interprets the 1.5% limit based on actual gross proceeds raised at the time of such reimbursement.  In addition, the Company will not issue any of its shares or other securities for services or for property other than cash or securities except as a dividend or distribution to its security holders or in connection with a reorganization. 
Reinvestment of shareholder distributions and share repurchases are excluded from the gross proceeds from the Company’s offerings for purposes of determining the total amount of offering and organizational costs that can be paid by the Company. As of March 31, 2019, the Company raised gross offering proceeds of $1,155,287, of which it can pay up to $17,329 in offering and organizational costs (which represents 1.5% of the actual gross offering proceeds raised). Through March 31, 2019, the Company paid $10,699 of such costs, leaving an additional $6,630 that can be paid.

On January 30, 2013, the Company entered into the expense support and conditional reimbursement agreement with CIG, whereby CIG agreed to provide expense support to the Company in an amount that is sufficient to: (1) ensure that no portion of the Company’s distributions to shareholders will be paid from its offering proceeds or borrowings, and/or (2) reduce the Company’s operating expenses until it has achieved economies of scale sufficient to ensure that it bears a reasonable level of expense in relation to its investment income. On December 16, 2015 and December 14, 2016, the Company further amended and restated the expense support and conditional reimbursement agreement for purposes of including AIM as a party to the agreement and extending the termination date from December 31, 2016 to December 31, 2017, respectively. On January 2, 2018, the Company entered into an expense support and conditional reimbursement agreement with CIM for purposes of (i) replacing CIG and AIM with CIM as the expense support provider pursuant to the terms of the expense support and conditional reimbursement agreement; and (ii) extending the termination date to December 31, 2018. On December 26, 2018, the Company and CIM amended the expense support and conditional reimbursement agreement to extend the termination date of such agreement from December 31, 2018 to December 31, 2019.

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CĪON Investment Corporation
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (unaudited)
March 31, 2019
(in thousands, except share and per share amounts)

Pursuant to the expense support and conditional reimbursement agreement, the Company will have a conditional obligation to reimburse CIM for any amounts funded by CIM under such agreement (i) if expense support amounts funded by CIM exceed operating expenses incurred during any fiscal quarter, (ii) if the sum of the Company’s net investment income for tax purposes, net capital gains and the amount of any dividends and other distributions paid to the Company on account of investments in portfolio companies (to the extent not included in net investment income or net capital gains for tax purposes) exceeds the distributions paid by the Company to shareholders, and (iii) during any fiscal quarter occurring within three years of the date on which CIM funded such amount. The obligation to reimburse CIM for any expense support provided by CIM under such agreement is further conditioned by the following: (i) in the period in which reimbursement is sought, the ratio of operating expenses to average net assets, when considering the reimbursement, cannot exceed the ratio of operating expenses to average net assets, as defined, for the period when the expense support was provided; (ii) in the period when reimbursement is sought, the annualized distribution rate cannot fall below the annualized distribution rate for the period when the expense support was provided; and (iii) the expense support can only be reimbursed within three years from the date the expense support was provided.

Expense support, if any, will be determined as appropriate to meet the objectives of the expense support and conditional reimbursement agreement. For the three months ended March 31, 2019 and 2018, the Company did not receive any expense support from CIM. See Note 5 for additional information on the sources of the Company’s distributions. The Company did not record any obligation to repay expense support from CIG or CIM during the three months ended March 31, 2018 or 2019, respectively. The Company did not repay any expense support to CIG or CIM during the three months ended March 31, 2018 or 2019. The Company may or may not be requested to reimburse any expense support provided in the future.
The Company or CIM may terminate the expense support and conditional reimbursement agreement at any time. CIM has indicated that it expects to continue such expense support to ensure that the Company bears a reasonable level of expenses in relation to its income. If the Company terminates the investment advisory agreement with CIM, the Company may be required to repay all unreimbursed expense support funded by CIM within three years of the date of termination. There will be no acceleration or increase of such repayment obligation at termination of the investment advisory agreement with CIM. The specific amount of expense support provided by CIM, if any, will be determined at the end of each quarter. There can be no assurance that the expense support and conditional reimbursement agreement will remain in effect or that CIM will support any portion of the Company’s expenses in future quarters.
As of March 31, 2019 and December 31, 2018, the total liability payable to CIM and its affiliates was $14,803 and $12,825, respectively, which primarily related to fees earned by CIM during the three months ended March 31, 2019 and December 31, 2018, respectively.
Because CIM’s senior management team is comprised of substantially the same personnel as the senior management team of the Company’s affiliate, ICON Capital, which is the investment manager to certain equipment finance funds, or equipment funds, such members of senior management provide investment advisory and management services to the equipment funds in addition to the Company. In the event that CIM undertakes to provide investment advisory services to other clients in the future, it will strive to allocate investment opportunities in a fair and equitable manner consistent with the Company’s investment objective and strategies so that the Company will not be disadvantaged in relation to any other client of the investment adviser or its senior management team. However, it is currently possible that some investment opportunities will be provided to other clients of CIM rather than to the Company.
Indemnifications
The investment advisory agreement, the administration agreement and the dealer manager agreement each provide certain indemnifications from the Company to the other relevant parties to such agreements. The Company’s maximum exposure under these agreements is unknown. However, the Company has not experienced claims or losses pursuant to these agreements and believes the risk of loss related to such indemnifications to be remote. 
Note 5. Distributions
From February 1, 2014 through July 17, 2017, the Company’s board of directors authorized and declared on a monthly basis a weekly distribution amount per share of common stock. On July 18, 2017, the Company's board of directors authorized and declared on a quarterly basis a weekly distribution amount per share of common stock. Effective September 28, 2017, the Company's board of directors delegated to management the authority to determine the amount, record dates, payment dates and other terms of distributions to shareholders, which will be ratified by the board of directors, each on a quarterly basis. Declared distributions are paid monthly.
    
The Company’s board of directors declared or ratified distributions for 52 and 13 record dates during the year ended December 31, 2018 and the three months ended March 31, 2019, respectively.

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CĪON Investment Corporation
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (unaudited)
March 31, 2019
(in thousands, except share and per share amounts)

The following table presents cash distributions per share that were declared during the year ended December 31, 2018 and the three months ended March 31, 2019:
 
 
Distributions
Three Months Ended
 
Per Share
 
Amount
2018
 
 
 
 
March 31, 2018 (thirteen record dates)
 
$
0.1829

 
$
21,002

June 30, 2018 (thirteen record dates)
 
0.1829

 
21,004

September 30, 2018 (thirteen record dates)
 
0.1829

 
20,776

December 31, 2018 (thirteen record dates)
 
0.1829

 
20,701

Total distributions for the year ended December 31, 2018
 
$
0.7316

 
$
83,483

 
 
 
 
 
2019
 
 
 
 
March 31, 2019 (thirteen record dates)
 
$
0.1829

 
$
20,772

Total distributions for the three months ended March 31, 2019
 
$
0.1829

 
$
20,772


On March 25, 2019, the Company's co-chief executive officers declared regular weekly cash distributions of $0.014067 per share for April 2019 through June 2019. Each distribution was or will be paid monthly to shareholders of record as of the weekly record dates set forth below.
Record Date
 
Payment Date
 
Distribution Amount Per Share
April 2, 2019
 
May 1, 2019
 
$0.014067
April 9, 2019
 
May 1, 2019
 
$0.014067
April 16, 2019
 
May 1, 2019
 
$0.014067
April 23, 2019
 
May 1, 2019
 
$0.014067
April 30, 2019
 
May 1, 2019
 
$0.014067
May 7, 2019
 
May 29, 2019
 
$0.014067
May 14, 2019
 
May 29, 2019
 
$0.014067
May 21, 2019
 
May 29, 2019
 
$0.014067
May 28, 2019
 
May 29, 2019
 
$0.014067
June 4, 2019
 
June 26, 2019
 
$0.014067
June 11, 2019
 
June 26, 2019
 
$0.014067
June 18, 2019
 
June 26, 2019
 
$0.014067
June 25, 2019
 
June 26, 2019
 
$0.014067

The Company has adopted an “opt in” distribution reinvestment plan for shareholders. As a result, if the Company makes a distribution, shareholders will receive distributions in cash unless they specifically “opt in” to the fifth amended and restated distribution reinvestment plan so as to have their cash distributions reinvested in additional shares of the Company’s common stock.

On December 8, 2016, the Company amended and restated its distribution reinvestment plan pursuant to the fifth amended and restated distribution reinvestment plan, or the Fifth Amended DRIP. The Fifth Amended DRIP became effective as of, and first applied to the reinvestment of cash distributions paid on, February 1, 2017.  Under the Fifth Amended DRIP, cash distributions to participating shareholders will be reinvested in additional shares of common stock at a purchase price equal to the estimated net asset value per share of common stock as of the date of issuance.

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CĪON Investment Corporation
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (unaudited)
March 31, 2019
(in thousands, except share and per share amounts)

The Company may fund its cash distributions to shareholders from any sources of funds available to the Company, including borrowings, net investment income from operations, capital gains proceeds from the sale of assets, non-capital gains proceeds from the sale of assets, dividends or other distributions paid to it on account of preferred and common equity investments in portfolio companies and expense support from CIM, which is subject to repayment by the Company within three years. The Company has not established limits on the amount of funds it may use from available sources to make distributions. For the three months ended March 31, 2019 and the year ended December 31, 2018, none of the Company's distributions resulted from expense support from CIM. The purpose of this arrangement is to avoid such distributions being characterized as a return of capital. Shareholders should understand that any such distributions are not based on the Company’s investment performance, and can only be sustained if the Company achieves positive investment performance in future periods and/or CIM provides such expense support. Shareholders should also understand that the Company’s future repayments of expense support will reduce the distributions that they would otherwise receive. There can be no assurance that the Company will achieve such performance in order to sustain these distributions, or be able to pay distributions at all. CIM has no obligation to provide expense support to the Company in future periods.
    
The following table reflects the sources of cash distributions on a GAAP basis that the Company has declared on its shares of common stock during the three months ended March 31, 2019 and 2018:
 
 
Three Months Ended
March 31,
 
 
2019
 
2018
Source of Distribution
 
Per Share
 
Amount
 
Percentage
 
Per Share
 
Amount
 
Percentage
Net investment income
 
$
0.1829

 
$
20,772

 
100.0
%
 
$
0.1829

 
$
21,002

 
100.0
%
Total distributions
 
$
0.1829

 
$
20,772

 
100.0
%
 
$
0.1829

 
$
21,002

 
100.0
%

It is the Company's policy to comply with all requirements of the Code applicable to RICs and to distribute substantially all of its taxable income to its shareholders. In addition, by distributing during each calendar year substantially all of its net investment income, net realized capital gains and certain other amounts, if any, the Company intends not to be subject to corporate level federal income tax or federal excise taxes. Accordingly, no federal income tax provision was required for the year ended December 31, 2018.
Income and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with the Code and federal tax regulations, which may differ from amounts determined in accordance with GAAP. These book/tax differences, which could be material, are primarily due to differing treatments of income and gains on various investments held by the Company. Permanent book/tax differences result in reclassifications to capital in excess of par value, accumulated undistributed net investment income and accumulated undistributed realized gain on investments. During 2018, book/tax differences were primarily due to differing treatments of income and gains on various investments held by the Company.
The determination of the tax attributes of the Company’s distributions is made annually as of the end of the Company’s fiscal year based upon the Company’s taxable income for the full year and distributions paid for the full year. The tax characteristics of distributions to shareholders are reported to shareholders annually on Form 1099-DIV. All distributions for 2018 were characterized as ordinary income distributions for federal income tax purposes.

The tax components of accumulated earnings for the current year will be determined at year end. As of December 31, 2018, the components of accumulated losses on a tax basis were as follows:
 
December 31, 2018
Undistributed ordinary income
$
7,127

Other accumulated losses
(2,933
)
Net unrealized depreciation on investments and total return swap
(73,729
)
Total accumulated losses
$
(69,535
)
As of March 31, 2019, the aggregate gross unrealized appreciation for all securities in which there was an excess of value over tax cost was $10,813; the aggregate gross unrealized depreciation for all securities in which there was an excess of tax cost over value was $88,869; the net unrealized depreciation was $78,056; and the aggregate cost of securities for Federal income tax purposes was $1,899,659.
As of December 31, 2018, the aggregate gross unrealized appreciation for all securities in which there was an excess of value over tax cost was $11,059; the aggregate gross unrealized depreciation for all securities in which there was an excess of tax cost over value was $84,788; the net unrealized depreciation was $73,729; and the aggregate cost of securities for Federal income tax purposes was $1,939,039.

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CĪON Investment Corporation
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (unaudited)
March 31, 2019
(in thousands, except share and per share amounts)

Note 6. Investments
The composition of the Company’s investment portfolio as of March 31, 2019 and December 31, 2018 at amortized cost and fair value was as follows:
 
 
March 31, 2019
 
December 31, 2018
 
 
Cost(1)
 
Fair
Value
 
Percentage of
Investment
Portfolio
 
Cost(1)
 
Fair
Value
 
Percentage of
Investment
Portfolio
Senior secured first lien debt
 
$
1,445,350

 
$
1,413,468

 
78.7
%
 
$
1,492,034

 
$
1,462,989

 
79.0
%
Senior secured second lien debt
 
330,893

 
310,192

 
17.3
%
 
341,595

 
323,365

 
17.4
%
Collateralized securities and structured products - debt
 
15,144

 
15,030

 
0.8
%
 
15,193

 
15,193

 
0.8
%
Collateralized securities and structured products - equity
 
16,687

 
15,475

 
0.9
%
 
16,794

 
14,827

 
0.8
%
Equity
 
42,863

 
41,269

 
2.3
%
 
38,610

 
36,399

 
2.0
%
Subtotal/total percentage
 
1,850,937

 
1,795,434

 
100.0
%
 
1,904,226

 
1,852,773

 
100.0
%
Short term investments(2)
 
26,169

 
26,169

 
 
 
12,537

 
12,537

 
 
Total investments
 
$
1,877,106

 
$
1,821,603

 
 
 
$
1,916,763

 
$
1,865,310

 
 
(1)
Cost represents the original cost adjusted for the amortization of premiums and/or accretion of discounts, as applicable, for debt investments and cost for equity investments.
(2)
Short term investments represent an investment in a fund that invests in highly liquid investments with average original maturity dates of three months or less.

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CĪON Investment Corporation
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (unaudited)
March 31, 2019
(in thousands, except share and per share amounts)

The following tables show the composition of the Company’s investment portfolio by industry classification and geographic dispersion, and the percentage, by fair value, of the total investment portfolio assets in such industries and geographies as of March 31, 2019 and December 31, 2018:
 
 
March 31, 2019
 
December 31, 2018
Industry Classification
 
Investments at
Fair Value
 
Percentage of
Investment Portfolio
 
Investments at
Fair Value
 
Percentage of
Investment Portfolio
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
$
326,597

 
18.2
%
 
$
325,180

 
17.5
%
Services: Business
 
224,934

 
12.5
%
 
218,888

 
11.7
%
Services: Consumer
 
134,102

 
7.5
%
 
133,210

 
7.2
%
Media: Advertising, Printing & Publishing
 
130,680

 
7.3
%
 
131,620

 
7.1
%
Media: Diversified & Production
 
114,254

 
6.4
%
 
114,303

 
6.2
%
High Tech Industries
 
99,739

 
5.6
%
 
126,620

 
6.8
%
Capital Equipment
 
98,049

 
5.5
%
 
98,994

 
5.3
%
Chemicals, Plastics & Rubber
 
73,269

 
4.1
%
 
74,575

 
4.0
%
Telecommunications
 
67,202

 
3.7
%
 
74,261

 
4.0
%
Beverage, Food & Tobacco
 
66,054

 
3.7
%
 
73,494

 
4.0
%
Banking, Finance, Insurance & Real Estate
 
63,693

 
3.5
%
 
57,917

 
3.1
%
Retail
 
63,239

 
3.4
%
 
42,450

 
2.3
%
Energy: Oil & Gas
 
58,072

 
3.2
%
 
54,907

 
3.0
%
Consumer Goods: Non-Durable
 
40,514

 
2.3
%
 
37,148

 
2.0
%
Construction & Building
 
33,895

 
1.9
%
 
33,483

 
1.8
%
Transportation: Cargo
 
33,002

 
1.8
%
 
30,614

 
1.7
%
Aerospace & Defense
 
31,773

 
1.8
%
 
45,655

 
2.5
%
Hotel, Gaming & Leisure
 
31,207

 
1.7
%
 
54,689

 
3.0
%
Consumer Goods: Durable
 
31,005

 
1.7
%
 
35,709

 
1.9
%
Diversified Financials
 
30,505

 
1.7
%
 
30,020

 
1.6
%
Forest Products & Paper
 
19,426

 
1.1
%
 
19,525

 
1.1
%
Metals & Mining
 
10,172

 
0.6
%
 
10,333

 
0.6
%
Automotive
 
9,585

 
0.5
%
 
24,645

 
1.3
%
Environmental Industries
 
3,000

 
0.2
%
 
2,955

 
0.2
%
Media: Broadcasting & Subscription
 
1,466

 
0.1
%
 
1,578

 
0.1
%
Subtotal/total percentage
 
1,795,434

 
100.0
%
 
1,852,773

 
100.0
%
Short term investments
 
26,169

 
 
 
12,537

 
 
Total investments
 
$
1,821,603

 
 
 
$
1,865,310

 
 

36
CĪON Investment Corporation
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (unaudited)
March 31, 2019
(in thousands, except share and per share amounts)

 
 
March 31, 2019
 
December 31, 2018
Geographic Dispersion(1)
 
Investments at
Fair Value
 
Percentage of
Investment Portfolio
 
Investments at
Fair Value
 
Percentage of
Investment Portfolio
United States
 
$
1,670,471

 
93.0
%
 
$
1,740,168

 
93.9
%
Canada
 
39,818

 
2.2
%
 
27,122

 
1.6
%
Netherlands
 
17,829

 
1.0
%
 
18,015

 
1.0
%
Cayman Islands
 
15,475

 
0.9
%
 
14,827

 
0.8
%
Germany
 
15,030

 
0.8
%
 
15,193

 
0.8
%
Luxembourg
 
12,669

 
0.7
%
 
13,833

 
0.7
%
Marshall Islands
 
9,606

 
0.5
%
 
9,404

 
0.5
%
France
 
6,397

 
0.4
%
 
5,965

 
0.3
%
Cyprus
 
4,400

 
0.3
%
 
4,616

 
0.2
%
United Kingdom
 
3,000

 
0.2
%
 
2,955

 
0.2
%
Bermuda
 
739

 
—

 
675

 
—

Subtotal/total percentage
 
1,795,434

 
100.0
%
 
1,852,773

 
100.0
%
Short term investments
 
26,169

 
 
 
12,537

 
 
Total investments
 
$
1,821,603

 
 
 
$
1,865,310

 
 
(1)
The geographic dispersion is determined by the portfolio company's country of domicile.
As of March 31, 2019 and December 31, 2018, investments on non-accrual status represented 0.5% and 1.4%, respectively, of the Company's investment portfolio on a fair value basis.
The Company’s investment portfolio may contain senior secured investments that are in the form of lines of credit, delayed draw term loans, revolving credit facilities, or unfunded commitments, which may require the Company to provide funding when requested in accordance with the terms of the underlying agreements. As of March 31, 2019 and December 31, 2018, the Company’s unfunded commitments amounted to $86,235 and $79,078, respectively. As of May 9, 2019, the Company’s unfunded commitments amounted to $55,944. Since these commitments may expire without being drawn upon, unfunded commitments do not necessarily represent future cash requirements or future earning assets for the Company.  Refer to Note 10 for further details on the Company’s unfunded commitments.

Note 7. Financing Arrangements

The following table presents summary information with respect to the Company’s outstanding financing arrangements as of March 31, 2019: 
Financing Arrangement
 
Type of Financing Arrangement
 
Rate
 
Amount Outstanding
 
Amount Available
 
Maturity Date
Citibank Credit Facility
 
Revolving Credit Facility
 
L+2.00%
 
$
282,542

 
$
67,458

 
March 30, 2022
JPM Credit Facility
 
Term Loan Credit Facility
 
L+3.00%
 
250,000

 
25,000

 
August 24, 2021
UBS Facility
 
Repurchase Agreement
 
L+3.50%
 
200,000

 
—

 
May 19, 2020
MS Credit Facility
 
Revolving Credit Facility
 
L+3.00%
 
150,000

 
—

 
December 19, 2022
 
 
 
 
 
 
$
882,542

 
$
92,458

 
 

Citibank Credit Facility
    
On March 29, 2017, Flatiron Funding II entered into a senior secured credit facility with Citibank. The senior secured credit facility with Citibank, or the Citibank Credit Facility, provided for a revolving credit facility in an aggregate principal amount of $325,000, subject to compliance with a borrowing base. On July 11, 2017, Flatiron Funding II amended the Citibank Credit Facility, or the Amended Citibank Credit Facility, with Citibank to make certain immaterial administrative amendments as a result of the termination of AIM as the Company's investment sub-adviser as discussed in Note 1.

37
CĪON Investment Corporation
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (unaudited)
March 31, 2019
(in thousands, except share and per share amounts)

On March 14, 2019, Flatiron Funding II further amended the Citibank Credit Facility, or the Second Amended Citibank Credit Facility, with Citibank to (i) increase the aggregate principal amount available for borrowings from $325,000 to $350,000, subject to compliance with a borrowing base, (ii) extend the reinvestment period for two years until March 29, 2021 and (iii) extend the maturity date until March 30, 2022.

As of March 31, 2019 and December 31, 2018, the principal amount outstanding on the Amended Citibank Credit Facility was $282,542 and $298,542, respectively. As of May 9, 2019, the principal amount outstanding on the Second Amended Citibank Credit Facility was $306,542.
    
Advances under the Second Amended Citibank Credit Facility bear interest at a floating rate equal to (1) the higher of (a) the Citibank prime rate, (b) the federal funds rate plus 1.5% or (c) the three-month LIBOR plus 1.0%, plus (2) a spread of (a) 2% per year during the period from and including March 29, 2017 and the earlier of March 29, 2021 and the date the Second Amended Citibank Credit Facility matures, or (b) 3% per year during the period from the date the Second Amended Citibank Credit Facility matures until all obligations under the Second Amended Citibank Credit Facility have been paid in full. Interest is payable quarterly in arrears. All advances under the Second Amended Citibank Credit Facility will mature, and all accrued and unpaid interest thereunder will be due and payable, by no later than March 30, 2022. Flatiron Funding II may prepay advances pursuant to the terms and conditions of the credit and security agreement. Flatiron Funding II must repay 50% of advances under the Second Amended Citibank Credit Facility outstanding on March 29, 2021 by September 15, 2021. In addition, Flatiron Funding II will be subject to a non-usage fee of 0.75% per year (subject to an increase to 2% in certain circumstances) on the amount, if any, of the aggregate principal amount available under the Second Amended Citibank Credit Facility that has not been borrowed. The non-usage fees, if any, are payable quarterly in arrears. Flatiron Funding II incurred certain customary costs and expenses in connection with obtaining and amending the Citibank Credit Facility.

The Company incurred debt issuance costs of $3,373 in connection with obtaining and amending the Citibank Credit Facility, which were recorded as a direct reduction to the outstanding balance of the Second Amended Citibank Credit Facility, which is included in the Company’s consolidated balance sheets and will amortize to interest expense over the term of the Second Amended Citibank Credit Facility. At March 31, 2019, the unamortized portion of the debt issuance costs was $2,071.

Flatiron Funding II purchased loans and other corporate debt securities with a fair value of $354,967 on the closing date pursuant to master participation and assignment agreements between Flatiron Funding II and each of 15th Street Loan Funding LLC and 15th Street Loan Funding 2 LLC, each a special purpose subsidiary of Citibank. 15th Street Loan Funding LLC and 15th Street Loan Funding 2 LLC held loans and other corporate debt securities in connection with the total return swap agreement between Citibank and Flatiron Funding, LLC, which expired in accordance with its terms on April 18, 2017. Flatiron Funding II’s obligations to Citibank under the Second Amended Citibank Credit Facility are secured by a first priority security interest in all of the assets of Flatiron Funding II. The obligations of Flatiron Funding II under the Second Amended Citibank Credit Facility are non-recourse to the Company, and the Company’s exposure under the Second Amended Citibank Credit Facility is limited to the value of the Company’s investment in Flatiron Funding II. 

In connection with the Second Amended Citibank Credit Facility, Flatiron Funding II has made certain representations and warranties and is required to comply with various covenants, reporting requirements and other customary requirements for similar facilities. As of and for the three months ended March 31, 2019, Flatiron Funding II was in compliance with all covenants and reporting requirements.

For the three months ended March 31, 2019 and 2018, the components of interest expense, average borrowings, and weighted average interest rate for the Second Amended Citibank Credit Facility were as follows:
 
 
Three Months Ended March 31,
 
 
2019
 
2018
Stated interest expense
 
$
3,184

 
$
2,907

Amortization of deferred financing costs
 
162

 
160

Non-usage fee
 
115

 
1

Total interest expense
 
$
3,461

 
$
3,068

Weighted average interest rate(1)
 
4.92
%
 
3.58
%
Average borrowings
 
$
268,497

 
$
324,542

(1)
Includes the stated interest expense and non-usage fee, if any, on the unused portion of the Second Amended Citibank Credit Facility and is annualized for periods covering less than one year.

JPM Credit Facility

On August 26, 2016, 34th Street entered into a senior secured credit facility with JPM. The senior secured credit facility with JPM, or the JPM Credit Facility, provided for borrowings in an aggregate principal amount of $150,000, of which $25,000 may be funded as a revolving credit facility, each subject to conditions described in the JPM Credit Facility. On August 26, 2016, 34th Street drew down $57,000 of borrowings under the JPM Credit Facility. On August 21, 2018, 34th Street drew down $25,577 of additional borrowings under the Amended JPM Credit Facility (as defined below).

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CĪON Investment Corporation
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (unaudited)
March 31, 2019
(in thousands, except share and per share amounts)

On September 30, 2016, July 11, 2017, November 28, 2017 and May 23, 2018, 34th Street amended and restated the JPM Credit Facility, or the Amended JPM Credit Facility, with JPM. Under the Amended JPM Credit Facility entered into on September 30, 2016, the aggregate principal amount available for borrowings was increased from $150,000 to $225,000, of which $25,000 may be funded as a revolving credit facility, subject to conditions described in the Amended JPM Credit Facility. On September 30, 2016, 34th Street drew down $167,423 of additional borrowings under the Amended JPM Credit Facility, a portion of which was used to purchase the portfolio of loans from Credit Suisse Park View BDC, Inc. Under the Amended JPM Credit Facility entered into on July 11, 2017 and November 28, 2017, certain immaterial administrative amendments were made as a result of the termination of AIM as the Company's investment sub-adviser as discussed in Note 1. Under the Amended JPM Credit Facility entered into on May 23, 2018, the aggregate principal amount available for borrowings was increased from $225,000 to $275,000, of which $25,000 may be funded as a revolving credit facility, subject to conditions described in the Amended JPM Credit Facility, and the maturity date was extended to August 24, 2021.

As of March 31, 2019 and 2018, the principal amount outstanding on the Amended JPM Credit Facility was $250,000 and $224,423, respectively.
    
Advances under the Amended JPM Credit Facility bear interest at a floating rate equal to the three-month LIBOR, plus a spread of 3.00% per year, which was reduced from 3.50% under the Amended JPM Credit Facility entered into on May 23, 2018. Interest is payable quarterly in arrears. All advances under the Amended JPM Credit Facility will mature, and all accrued and unpaid interest thereunder will be due and payable, by no later than August 24, 2021. 34th Street may prepay advances pursuant to the terms and conditions of the Amended JPM Credit Facility, subject to a 1% premium in certain circumstances. In addition, 34th Street will be subject to a non-usage fee of 1.0% per year on the amount, if any, of the aggregate principal amount available under the Amended JPM Credit Facility that has not been borrowed during the period from August 23, 2018, and ending on, but excluding, August 24, 2020. The non-usage fees, if any, are payable quarterly in arrears.

The Company contributed loans and other corporate debt securities to 34th Street in exchange for 100% of the membership interests of 34th Street, and may contribute additional loans and other corporate debt securities to 34th Street in the future. 34th Street’s obligations to JPM under the Amended JPM Credit Facility are secured by a first priority security interest in all of the assets of 34th Street. The obligations of 34th Street under the Amended JPM Credit Facility are non-recourse to the Company, and the Company’s exposure under the Amended JPM Credit Facility is limited to the value of the Company’s investment in 34th Street.  

In connection with the Amended JPM Credit Facility, 34th Street has made certain representations and warranties and is required to comply with various covenants, reporting requirements and other customary requirements for similar facilities. As of and for the three months ended March 31, 2019, 34th Street was in compliance with all covenants and reporting requirements.

The Company incurred debt issuance costs of $4,052 in connection with obtaining and amending the JPM Credit Facility, which were recorded as a direct reduction to the outstanding balance of the Amended JPM Credit Facility, which is included in the Company’s consolidated balance sheet as of March 31, 2019 and will amortize to interest expense over the term of the Amended JPM Credit Facility. At March 31, 2019, the unamortized portion of the debt issuance costs was $1,459.

For the three months ended March 31, 2019 and 2018, the components of interest expense, average borrowings, and weighted average interest rate for the Amended JPM Credit Facility were as follows:
 
 
Three Months Ended March 31,
 
 
2019
 
2018
Stated interest expense
 
$
3,549

 
$
2,838

Amortization of deferred financing costs
 
306

 
217

Non-usage fee
 
62

 
1

Total interest expense
 
$
3,917

 
$
3,056

Weighted average interest rate(1)
 
5.78
%
 
4.98
%
Average borrowings
 
$
250,000

 
$
224,423

(1)
Includes the stated interest expense and non-usage fee, if any, on the unused portion of the Amended JPM Credit Facility and is annualized for periods covering less than one year.

UBS Facility

On May 19, 2017, the Company, through two newly-formed, wholly-owned, special-purpose financing subsidiaries, entered into a financing arrangement with UBS pursuant to which up to $125,000 was made available to the Company.

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CĪON Investment Corporation
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (unaudited)
March 31, 2019
(in thousands, except share and per share amounts)

Pursuant to the financing arrangement, assets in the Company's portfolio may be contributed from time to time to Murray Hill Funding II through Murray Hill Funding, LLC, or Murray Hill Funding, each a newly-formed, wholly-owned, special-purpose financing subsidiary of the Company. On May 19, 2017, the Company contributed assets to Murray Hill Funding II. The assets held by Murray Hill Funding II secure the obligations of Murray Hill Funding II under Class A Notes, or the Notes, issued by Murray Hill Funding II. Pursuant to an Indenture, dated May 19, 2017, between Murray Hill Funding II and U.S. Bank National Association, or U.S. Bank, as trustee, or the Indenture, the aggregate principal amount of Notes that may be issued by Murray Hill Funding II from time to time was $192,308. Murray Hill Funding purchased the Notes issued by Murray Hill Funding II at a purchase price equal to their par value. Murray Hill Funding makes capital contributions to Murray Hill Funding II to, among other things, maintain the value of the portfolio of assets held by Murray Hill Funding II.

Principal on the Notes will be due and payable on the stated maturity date of May 19, 2027. Pursuant to the Indenture, Murray Hill Funding II has made certain representations and warranties and is required to comply with various covenants, reporting requirements and other customary requirements for similar transactions. The Indenture contains events of default customary for similar transactions, including, without limitation: (a) the failure to make principal payments on the Notes at their stated maturity or any earlier redemption date or to make interest payments on the Notes and such failure is not cured within three business days; (b) the failure to disburse amounts in accordance with the priority of payments and such failure is not cured within three business days; and (c) the occurrence of certain bankruptcy and insolvency events with respect to Murray Hill Funding II or Murray Hill Funding.

Murray Hill Funding, in turn, entered into a repurchase transaction with UBS, pursuant to the terms of a Global Master Repurchase Agreement and the related Annex and Master Confirmation thereto, each dated May 19, 2017, or collectively, the UBS Facility. Pursuant to the UBS Facility, on May 19, 2017 and June 19, 2017, UBS purchased Notes held by Murray Hill Funding for an aggregate purchase price equal to 65% of the principal amount of Notes purchased. Subject to certain conditions, the maximum principal amount of Notes that may be purchased under the UBS Facility was $192,308. Accordingly, the aggregate maximum amount payable to Murray Hill Funding under the UBS Facility would not exceed $125,000. Murray Hill Funding will repurchase the Notes sold to UBS under the UBS Facility by no later than May 19, 2020. The repurchase price paid by Murray Hill Funding to UBS will be equal to the purchase price paid by UBS for the repurchased Notes (giving effect to any reductions resulting from voluntary partial prepayment(s)). If the UBS Facility is accelerated prior to May 19, 2020 due to an event of default or a mandatory or voluntary full payment by Murray Hill Funding, then Murray Hill Funding must pay to UBS a fee equal to the present value of the spread portion of the financing fees that would have been payable to UBS from the date of acceleration through May 19, 2020 had the acceleration not occurred. The financing fee under the UBS Facility is equal to the three-month LIBOR plus a spread of up to 3.50% per year for the relevant period.

On December 1, 2017, Murray Hill Funding II amended and restated the Indenture, or the Amended Indenture, pursuant to which the aggregate principal amount of Notes that may be issued by Murray Hill Funding II was increased from $192,308 to $266,667. Murray Hill Funding will purchase the Notes to be issued by Murray Hill Funding II from time to time. On December 1, 2017, Murray Hill Funding entered into a First Amended and Restated Master Confirmation to the Global Master Repurchase Agreement, or the Amended Master Confirmation, which sets forth the terms of the repurchase transaction between Murray Hill Funding and UBS under the UBS Facility. As part of the Amended Master Confirmation, on December 15, 2017 and April 2, 2018, UBS purchased the increased aggregate principal amount of Notes held by Murray Hill Funding for an aggregate purchase price equal to 75% of the principal amount of Notes issued. As a result of the Amended Master Confirmation, the aggregate maximum amount payable to Murray Hill Funding and made available to the Company under the UBS Facility was increased from $125,000 to $200,000. No other material terms of the UBS Facility were revised in connection with the amended UBS Facility.

UBS may require Murray Hill Funding to post cash collateral if, without limitation, the sum of the market value of the portfolio of assets and the cash and eligible investments held by Murray Hill Funding II, together with any posted cash collateral, is less than the required margin amount under the UBS Facility; provided, however, that Murray Hill Funding will not be required to post cash collateral with UBS until such market value has declined at least 10% from the initial market value of the portfolio assets.

The Company has no contractual obligation to post any such cash collateral or to make any payments to UBS on behalf of Murray Hill Funding. The Company may, but is not obligated to, increase its investment in Murray Hill Funding for the purpose of funding any cash collateral or payment obligations for which Murray Hill Funding becomes obligated in connection with the amended UBS Facility. The Company’s exposure under the amended UBS Facility is limited to the value of the Company’s investment in Murray Hill Funding.  

Pursuant to the amended UBS Facility, Murray Hill Funding has made certain representations and warranties and is required to comply with various covenants, reporting requirements and other customary requirements for similar transactions. The amended UBS Facility contains events of default customary for similar financing transactions, including, without limitation: (a) failure to transfer the Notes to UBS on the applicable purchase date or repurchase the Notes from UBS on the applicable repurchase date; (b) failure to pay certain fees and make-whole amounts when due; (c) failure to post cash collateral as required; (d) the occurrence of insolvency events with respect to Murray Hill Funding; and (e) the admission by Murray Hill Funding of its inability to, or its intention not to, perform any of its obligations under the amended UBS Facility.
    
Murray Hill Funding paid an upfront fee and incurred certain other customary costs and expenses totaling $2,637 in connection with obtaining the amended UBS Facility, which were recorded as a direct reduction to the outstanding balance of the amended UBS Facility, which is included in the Company’s consolidated balance sheets and will amortize to interest expense over the term of the amended UBS Facility. At March 31, 2019, the unamortized portion of the upfront fee and other expenses was $1,068.

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CĪON Investment Corporation
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (unaudited)
March 31, 2019
(in thousands, except share and per share amounts)

As of March 31, 2019, Notes in the aggregate principal amount of $266,667 had been purchased by Murray Hill Funding from Murray Hill Funding II and subsequently sold to UBS under the amended UBS Facility for aggregate proceeds of $200,000. The carrying amount outstanding under the amended UBS Facility approximates its fair value. The Company funded each purchase of Notes by Murray Hill Funding through a capital contribution to Murray Hill Funding. As of March 31, 2019, the amount due at maturity under the amended UBS Facility was $200,000. The Notes issued by Murray Hill Funding II and purchased by Murray Hill Funding eliminate in consolidation on the Company’s consolidated financial statements.

As of March 31, 2019, the fair value of assets held by Murray Hill Funding II was $332,742.

For the three months ended March 31, 2019 and 2018, the components of interest expense, average borrowings, and weighted average interest rate for the amended UBS Facility were as follows:
 
 
Three Months Ended March 31,
 
 
2019
 
2018
Stated interest expense
 
$
3,072

 
$
2,005

Amortization of deferred financing costs
 
232

 
232

Total interest expense
 
$
3,304

 
$
2,237

Weighted average interest rate(1)
 
6.14
%
 
4.94
%
Average borrowings
 
$
200,000

 
$
162,500

(1)
Includes the stated interest expense and non-usage fee, if any, on the unused portion of the amended UBS Facility and is annualized for periods covering less than one year.

MS Credit Facility

On December 19, 2017, 33rd Street Funding entered into a senior secured credit facility, or the MS Credit Facility, with MS. The MS Credit Facility provided for a revolving credit facility in an aggregate principal amount of up to $200,000, subject to compliance with a borrowing base.
    
Advances under the MS Credit Facility will be available through December 19, 2020 and will bear interest at a floating rate equal to the three-month LIBOR, plus a spread of (i) 3.0% per year through December 19, 2020 and (i) 3.5% per year thereafter through December 19, 2022. Interest is payable quarterly in arrears. All advances under the MS Credit Facility will mature, and all accrued and unpaid interest thereunder will be due and payable, by no later than December 19, 2022. In addition, 33rd Street Funding will be subject to a non-usage fee of 0.75% per year that accrues for each day of an accrual period on the amount by which $200,000 exceeds the greater of (x) the aggregate principal amount, if any, of the advances outstanding on such day and (y) during the period from June 20, 2018 through December 19, 2020, 75% of $200,000 (or such smaller amount if the committed facility amount is reduced pursuant to the terms and conditions of the loan and servicing agreement). The non-usage fees, if any, are payable quarterly in arrears. 33rd Street Funding incurred certain customary costs and expenses in connection with obtaining the MS Credit Facility.

On July 9, 2018, 33rd Street Funding amended and restated the MS Credit Facility to make certain immaterial administrative amendments. 33rd Street Funding further amended and restated the MS Credit Facility, or the Amended MS Credit Facility, with MS on December 18, 2018. Pursuant to the amendment, 33rd Street Funding may prepay advances pursuant to the terms and conditions of the loan and servicing agreement subject to a 2% or 1% premium if the amount of the Amended MS Credit Facility is reduced or terminated on or prior to December 19, 2019 or December 19, 2020, respectively.

Pursuant to the terms of the loan and servicing agreement, on March 15, 2019, 33rd Street Funding reduced the aggregate principal amount available for borrowings under the Amended MS Credit Facility from $200,000 to $150,000.
    
In connection with the Amended MS Credit Facility, 33rd Street Funding has made certain representations and warranties and is required to comply with various covenants, reporting requirements and other customary requirements for similar facilities. The Amended MS Credit Facility contains customary events of default for similar financing transactions, including, without limitation: (a) the failure to make any payment when due and thereafter (other than with respect to payments of principal and interest), within one business day following the earlier of (i) 33rd Street Funding becoming aware of such failure; or (ii) notice of such default is provided by MS; (b) the insolvency or bankruptcy of 33rd Street Funding, the Company or CIM; (c) a change of control of 33rd Street Funding shall have occurred or CIM ceases to be the investment advisor of the Company; (d) the failure by 33rd Street Funding to make any payment when due in connection with any of its other indebtedness having an aggregate value of at least $500, or any other default by 33rd Street Funding of any agreement related to such indebtedness; (e) any representation, warranty, condition or agreement of 33rd Street Funding, the Company or CIM under the loan and servicing agreement is incorrect or not performed, which if capable of being cured, is not cured within 30 days; and (f) the failure to satisfy certain financial covenants, which if capable of being cured, is not cured within the time period specified in the loan and servicing agreement. Upon the occurrence and during the continuation of an event of default, MS may declare the outstanding advances and all other obligations under the Amended MS Credit Facility immediately due and payable.

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CĪON Investment Corporation
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (unaudited)
March 31, 2019
(in thousands, except share and per share amounts)

The Company contributed loans and other corporate debt securities to 33rd Street Funding in exchange for 100% of the membership interests of 33rd Street Funding, and may contribute additional loans and other corporate debt securities to 33rd Street Funding in the future. 33rd Street Funding’s obligations to MS under the Amended MS Credit Facility are secured by a first priority security interest in all of the assets of 33rd Street Funding. The obligations of 33rd Street Funding under the Amended MS Credit Facility are non-recourse to the Company, and the Company's exposure under the Amended MS Credit Facility is limited to the value of the Company's investment in 33rd Street Funding. 33rd Street Funding has appointed CIM to manage its portfolio.

On June 5, 2018, June 12, 2018 and June 28, 2018, 33rd Street Funding drew down $25,000, $75,000 and $50,000 of borrowings under the MS Credit Facility, respectively. As of March 31, 2019 and December 31, 2018, the principal amount outstanding on the Amended MS Credit Facility was $150,000. As of May 9, 2019, the principal amount outstanding on the Amended MS Credit Facility was $130,000.

33rd Street Funding paid an upfront fee and incurred certain other customary costs and expenses totaling $2,591 in connection with obtaining and amending the MS Credit Facility, which the Company initially recorded as prepaid expenses and other assets on the Company’s consolidated balance sheets and will amortize to interest expense over the term of the Amended MS Credit Facility. On June 5, 2018, unamortized upfront fees were recorded as a direct reduction to the outstanding balance of the Amended MS Credit Facility, which is included in the Company’s consolidated balance sheet as of March 31, 2019. At March 31, 2019, the unamortized portion of the upfront fee and other expenses was $1,929.

For the three months ended March 31, 2019 and 2018, the components of interest expense, average borrowings, and weighted average interest rate for the Amended MS Credit Facility were as follows:
 
 
Three Months Ended March 31,
 
 
2019
 
2018
Stated interest expense
 
$
2,154

 
$
—

Non-usage fee
 
76

 
429

Amortization of deferred financing costs
 
128

 
128

Total interest expense
 
$
2,358

 
$
557

Weighted average interest rate(1)
 
5.95
%
 
—

Average borrowings
 
$
150,000

 
$
—

(1)
Includes the stated interest expense and non-usage fee, if any, on the unused portion of the Amended MS Credit Facility and is annualized for periods covering less than one year.
Note 8. Fair Value of Financial Instruments
 
The following table presents fair value measurements of the Company’s portfolio investments as of March 31, 2019 and December 31, 2018, according to the fair value hierarchy: 
 
March 31, 2019
 
December 31, 2018
 
Level 1
 
Level 2
 
Level 3
 
Total
 
Level 1
 
Level 2
 
Level 3
 
Total
Senior secured first lien debt
$
—

 
$
—

 
$
1,413,468

 
$
1,413,468

 
$
—

 
$
—

 
$
1,462,989

 
$
1,462,989

Senior secured second lien debt
—

 
—

 
310,192

 
310,192

 
—

 
—

 
323,365

 
323,365

Collateralized securities and structured products - debt
—

 
—

 
15,030

 
15,030

 
—

 
—

 
15,193

 
15,193

Collateralized securities and structured products - equity
—

 
—

 
15,475

 
15,475

 
—

 
—

 
14,827

 
14,827

Equity
8,285

 
—

 
32,984

 
41,269

 
7,323

 
—

 
29,076

 
36,399

Short term investments
26,169

 
—

 
—

 
26,169

 
12,537

 
—

 
—

 
12,537

Total Investments
$
34,454

 
$
—

 
$
1,787,149

 
$
1,821,603

 
$
19,860

 
$
—

 
$
1,845,450

 
$
1,865,310


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CĪON Investment Corporation
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (unaudited)
March 31, 2019
(in thousands, except share and per share amounts)

The following tables provide a reconciliation of the beginning and ending balances for investments that use Level 3 inputs for the three months ended March 31, 2019 and 2018:
 
Three Months Ended
March 31, 2019
 
Senior Secured First Lien Debt
 
Senior Secured Second Lien Debt
 
Collateralized Securities and Structured Products - Debt
 
Collateralized Securities and Structured Products - Equity
 
Equity
 
Total
Beginning balance, December 31, 2018
$
1,462,989

 
$
323,365

 
$
15,193

 
$
14,827

 
$
29,076

 
$
1,845,450

Investments purchased
134,777

 
9,824

 
—

 
—

 
4,254

 
148,855

Net realized loss
(895
)
 
(13
)
 
(49
)
 
—

 
—

 
(957
)
Net change in unrealized (depreciation) appreciation
(2,837
)
 
(2,471
)
 
(114
)
 
755

 
(346
)
 
(5,013
)
Accretion of discount
2,663

 
354

 
—

 
—

 
—

 
3,017

Sales and principal repayments
(183,229
)
 
(20,867
)
 
—

 
(107
)
 
—

 
(204,203
)
Ending balance, March 31, 2019
$
1,413,468

 
$
310,192

 
$
15,030

 
$
15,475

 
$
32,984

 
$
1,787,149

Change in net unrealized (depreciation) appreciation on investments still held as of March 31, 2019(1)
$
(3,537
)
 
$
(2,397
)
 
$
(114
)
 
$
755

 
$
(346
)
 
$
(5,639
)
(1)
Included in net change in unrealized (depreciation) appreciation on investments in the consolidated statements of operations.
 
Three Months Ended
March 31, 2018
 
Senior Secured First Lien Debt
 
Senior Secured Second Lien Debt
 
Collateralized Securities and Structured Products - Debt
 
Collateralized Securities and Structured Products - Equity
 
Unsecured Debt
 
Equity
 
Total
Beginning balance, December 31, 2017
$
1,100,336

 
$
333,944

 
$
25,289

 
$
18,525

 
$
7,639

 
$
16,277

 
$
1,502,010

Investments purchased
245,653

 
75,008

 
—

 
—

 
—

 
1,936

 
322,597

Net realized (loss) gain
(1,570
)
 
868

 
—

 
—

 
21

 
—

 
(681
)
Net change in unrealized (depreciation) appreciation
(4,282
)
 
1,352

 
451

 
363

 
14

 
(906
)
 
(3,008
)
Accretion of discount
4,722

 
358

 
10

 
—

 
4

 
—

 
5,094

Sales and principal repayments
(184,113
)
 
(57,469
)
 
(3,370
)
 
(157
)
 
(7,678
)
 
—

 
(252,787
)
Ending balance, March 31, 2018
$
1,160,746

 
$
354,061

 
$
22,380

 
$
18,731

 
$
—

 
$
17,307

 
$
1,573,225

Change in net unrealized (depreciation) appreciation on investments still held as of March 31, 2018(1)
$
(2,606
)
 
$
1,825

 
$
451

 
$
363

 
$
—

 
$
653

 
$
686

(1)
Included in net change in unrealized (depreciation) appreciation on investments in the consolidated statements of operations.

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CĪON Investment Corporation
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (unaudited)
March 31, 2019
(in thousands, except share and per share amounts)

Significant Unobservable Inputs
The valuation techniques and significant unobservable inputs used in recurring Level 3 fair value measurements of investments as of March 31, 2019 and December 31, 2018 were as follows:
 
 
March 31, 2019
 
 
Fair Value
 
Valuation Techniques/
Methodologies
 
Unobservable
Inputs
 
Range
 
Weighted Average(1)
Senior secured first lien debt
 
$
892,280

 
Discounted Cash Flow
 
Discount Rates
 
3.0%
 
—
 
47.7%
 
10.1%
 
 
504,363

 
Broker Quotes
 
Broker Quotes
 
N/A
 
N/A
 
 
12,986

 
Market Comparable Approach
 
EBITDA Multiple
 
5.50x
 
—
 
8.50x
 
6.76x
 
 
3,635

 
 
Revenue Multiple
 
0.15x
 
—
 
0.40x
 
0.30x
 
 
204

 
Other(2)
 
Other(2)
 
N/A
 
N/A
Senior secured second lien debt
 
185,762

 
Discounted Cash Flow
 
Discount Rates
 
9.5%
 
—
 
14.2%
 
11.3%
 
 
122,780

 
Broker Quotes
 
Broker Quotes
 
N/A
 
N/A
 
 
1,650

 
Market Comparable Approach
 
EBITDA Multiple
 
4.50x
 
—
 
5.50x
 
4.83x
Collateralized securities and structured products - debt
 
15,030

 
Discounted Cash Flow
 
Discount Rates
 
N/A
 
11.8%
Collateralized securities and structured products - equity
 
15,475

 
Discounted Cash Flow
 
Discount Rates
 
13.3%
 
—
 
14.0%
 
13.6%
Equity
 
15,161

 
Market Comparable Approach
 
EBITDA Multiple
 
4.00x
 
—
 
10.00x
 
8.48x
 
 
4,377

 
 
Revenue Multiple
 
0.30x
 
—
 
1.25x
 
0.85x
 
 
11,410

 
Discounted Cash flow
 
Discount Rates
 
17.5%
 
—
 
22.5%
 
20.0%
 
 
1,710

 
Broker Quotes
 
Broker Quotes
 
N/A
 
N/A
 
 
326

 
Options Pricing Model
 
Expected Volatility
 
33.0%
 
—
 
114.3%
 
47.6%
Total
 
$
1,787,149

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(1)
Weighted average amounts are based on the estimated fair values.
(2)
Fair value based on expected outcome of proposed corporate transactions and/or other factors.

44
CĪON Investment Corporation
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (unaudited)
March 31, 2019
(in thousands, except share and per share amounts)

 
 
December 31, 2018
 
 
Fair Value
 
Valuation Techniques/
Methodologies
 
Unobservable
Inputs
 
Range
 
Weighted Average(1)
Senior secured first lien debt
 
$
959,417

 
Discounted Cash Flow
 
Discount Rates
 
3.0%
 
-
 
32.5%
 
10.6%
 
 
497,641

 
Broker Quotes
 
Broker Quotes
 
N/A
 
N/A
 
 
2,270

 
Market Comparable Approach
 
EBITDA Multiple
 
4.00x
 
-
 
5.00x
 
4.00x
 
 
1,298

 
 
Revenue Multiple
 
0.15x
 
-
 
0.20x
 
0.18x
 
 
2,363

 
Other(2)
 
Other(2)
 
N/A
 
N/A
Senior secured second lien debt
 
170,578

 
Discounted Cash Flow
 
Discount Rates
 
9.6%
 
-
 
25.7%
 
11.9%
 
 
145,734

 
Broker Quotes
 
Broker Quotes
 
N/A
 
N/A
 
 
7,053

 
Market Comparable Approach
 
EBITDA Multiple
 
8.25x
 
-
 
9.25x
 
8.79x
Collateralized securities and structured products - debt
 
15,193

 
Discounted Cash Flow
 
Discount Rates
 
N/A
 
11.0%
Collateralized securities and structured products - equity
 
14,827

 
Discounted Cash Flow
 
Discount Rates
 
13.3%
 
-
 
15.0%
 
13.9%
Equity
 
24,077

 
Market Comparable Approach
 
EBITDA Multiple
 
4.00x
 
-
 
10.00x
 
7.96x
 
 
3,236

 
 
Revenue Multiple
 
0.15x
 
-
 
1.25x
 
1.00x
 
 
1,461

 
Broker Quotes
 
Broker Quotes
 
N/A
 
N/A
 
 
302

 
Options Pricing Model
 
Expected Volatility
 
33.0%
 
-
 
110.7
%
 
56.7%
Total
 
$
1,845,450

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(1)
Weighted average amounts are based on the estimated fair values.
(2)
Fair value based on expected outcome of proposed corporate transactions and/or other factors.
The significant unobservable inputs used in the fair value measurement of the Company’s senior secured first lien debt, senior secured second lien debt, collateralized securities and structured products, and equity are discount rates, EBITDA multiples, revenue multiples, broker quotes and expected volatility. A significant increase or decrease in discount rates would result in a significantly lower or higher fair value measurement, respectively. A significant increase or decrease in the EBITDA multiples, revenue multiples, expected proceeds from proposed corporate transactions, broker quotes and expected volatility would result in a significantly higher or lower fair value measurement, respectively.
Note 9. General and Administrative Expense
General and administrative expense consisted of the following items for the three months ended March 31, 2019 and 2018:
 
Three Months Ended March 31,
 
2019
 
2018
Professional fees
$
553

 
$
629

Transfer agent expense
265

 
329

Dues and subscriptions
135

 
244

Director fees and expenses
121

 
121

Valuation expense
115

 
164

Insurance expense
101

 
100

Due diligence fees
61

 
82

Printing and marketing expense
22

 
72

Accounting and administration costs
15

 
179

Other expenses
1

 
62

Total general and administrative expense
$
1,389

 
$
1,982


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CĪON Investment Corporation
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (unaudited)
March 31, 2019
(in thousands, except share and per share amounts)

Note 10. Commitments and Contingencies
The Company entered into certain contracts with other parties that contain a variety of indemnifications. The Company’s maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown. However, the Company has not experienced claims or losses pursuant to these contracts and believes the risk of loss related to such indemnifications to be remote.
As of March 31, 2019 and December 31, 2018, the Company’s unfunded commitments were as follows:
Unfunded Commitments
 
March 31, 2019(1)
 
December 31, 2018(1)
TherapeuticsMD, Inc.
 
$
25,000

 
$
25,000

Mimeo.com, Inc.
 
11,000

 
13,000

Independent Pet Partners Intermediate Holdings, LLC
 
10,815

 
—

CircusTrix Holdings, LLC
 
5,573

 
5,573

DFC Global Facility Borrower II LLC
 
5,317

 
5,317

Foundation Consumer Healthcare, LLC
 
4,211

 
4,211

LAV Gear Holdings, Inc.
 
4,103

 
—

Lift Brands, Inc.
 
3,650

 
4,150

Instant Web, LLC
 
2,704

 
2,704

Moss Holding Company
 
2,232

 
2,232

Adams Publishing Group, LLC
 
2,069

 
2,069

Adapt Laser Acquisition, Inc.
 
2,000

 
1,500

Charming Charlie, LLC
 
1,938

 
1,938

American Media, Inc.
 
1,617

 
1,778

Teladoc, Inc.
 
1,250

 
1,250

Ivy Hill Middle Market Credit Fund VIII, Ltd.
 
1,111

 
1,111

Woodstream Corp.
 
559

 
559

F+W Media, Inc.
 
503

 
—

Elemica, Inc.
 
500

 
2,500

Country Fresh Holdings, LLC
 
83

 
—

Ministry Brands, LLC
 
—

 
2,924

OTG Management, LLC
 
—

 
514

Studio Movie Grill Holdings, LLC
 
—

 
468

PDI TA Holdings, Inc.
 
—

 
237

Achilles Acquisition, LLC
 
—

 
43

Total
 
$
86,235

 
$
79,078

(1)
Unless otherwise noted, the funding criteria for these unfunded commitments had not been met at the date indicated.
Unfunded commitments to provide funds to companies are not recorded on the Company’s consolidated balance sheets. Since these commitments may expire without being drawn upon, unfunded commitments do not necessarily represent future cash requirements or future earning assets for the Company. The Company intends to use cash on hand, short-term investments, proceeds from borrowings, and other liquid assets to fund these commitments should the need arise. For information on the companies to which the Company is committed to fund additional amounts as of March 31, 2019 and December 31, 2018, refer to the table above and the consolidated schedules of investments. As of May 9, 2019, the Company was committed, upon the satisfaction of certain conditions, to fund an additional $55,944.

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CĪON Investment Corporation
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (unaudited)
March 31, 2019
(in thousands, except share and per share amounts)

The Company will fund its unfunded commitments from the same sources it uses to fund its investment commitments that are funded at the time they are made (i.e., advances from its financing arrangements and/or cash flows from operations). The Company will not fund its unfunded commitments from future net proceeds generated by securities offerings, if any. The Company follows a process to manage its liquidity and ensure that it has available capital to fund its unfunded commitments. Specifically, the Company prepares detailed analyses of the level of its unfunded commitments relative to its then available liquidity on a daily basis.  These analyses are reviewed and discussed on a weekly basis by the Company's executive officers and senior members of CIM (including members of the investment committee) and are updated on a “real time” basis in order to ensure that the Company has adequate liquidity to satisfy its unfunded commitments.
Note 11. Fee Income
Fee income consists of commitment fees and amendment fees. The following table summarizes the Company’s fee income for the three months ended March 31, 2019 and 2018:
 
Three Months Ended
March 31,
 
2019
 
2018
Amendment fees
$
298

 
$
155

Commitment fees
—

 
59

Total
$
298

 
$
214


Income from all fees was non-recurring.

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CĪON Investment Corporation
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (unaudited)
March 31, 2019
(in thousands, except share and per share amounts)

Note 12. Financial Highlights

The following is a schedule of financial highlights as of and for the three months ended March 31, 2019 and 2018:
 
 
Three Months Ended
March 31,
 
 
2019
 
2018
Per share data:(1)
 
 
 
 
Net asset value at beginning of period
 
$
8.69

 
$
9.14

Results of operations:
 
 
 
 
Net investment income
 
0.19

 
0.19

Net realized and change in unrealized losses(2)
 
(0.05
)
 
(0.02
)
Net increase in net assets resulting from operations(2)
 
0.14

 
0.17

Shareholder distributions:
 
 
 
 
Distributions from net investment income
 
(0.18
)
 
(0.18
)
Distributions from net realized gains
 
—

 
—

Net decrease in net assets from shareholders' distributions
 
(0.18
)
 
(0.18
)
Capital share transactions:
 
 
 
 
Issuance of common stock above net asset value(3)
 
—

 
—

Repurchases of common stock(4)
 
—

 
—

Net increase in net assets resulting from capital share transactions
 
—

 
—

Net asset value at end of period
 
$
8.65

 
$
9.13

Shares of common stock outstanding at end of period
 
113,401,873

 
116,108,932

Total investment return-net asset value(5)
 
1.68
%
 
1.90
%
Net assets at beginning of period
 
$
979,271

 
$
1,058,691

Net assets at end of period
 
$
981,135

 
$
1,060,553

Average net assets
 
$
987,393

 
$
1,056,223

Ratio/Supplemental data:
 
 
 
 
Ratio of net investment income to average net assets(6)
 
2.18
%
 
2.07
%
Ratio of gross operating expenses to average net assets(6)(7)
 
3.00
%
 
1.83
%
Ratio of expenses to average net assets(6)
 
3.00
%
 
1.83
%
Portfolio turnover rate(8)
 
7.92
%
 
16.41
%
Asset coverage ratio(9)
 
2.11

 
2.49

(1)
The per share data for the three months ended March 31, 2019 and 2018 was derived by using the weighted average shares of common stock outstanding during each period.
(2)
The amount shown for net realized loss and net change in unrealized depreciation on investments is the balancing figure derived from the other figures in the schedule. The amount shown at this caption for a share outstanding throughout the period may not agree with the change in the aggregate gains and losses in portfolio securities for the period because of the timing of sales and repurchases of the Company’s shares in relation to fluctuating market values for the portfolio. As a result, net increase in net assets resulting from operations in this schedule may vary from the consolidated statements of operations.

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CĪON Investment Corporation
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (unaudited)
March 31, 2019
(in thousands, except share and per share amounts)

(3)
The continuous issuance of shares of common stock may cause an incremental increase in net asset value per share due to the sale of shares at the then prevailing public offering price and the receipt of net proceeds per share by the Company in excess of net asset value per share on each subscription closing date. The per share impact of the continuous issuance of shares of common stock was an increase to net asset value of less than $0.01 per share during the three months ended March 31, 2019 and 2018.
(4)
Repurchases of common stock may cause an incremental decrease in net asset value per share due to the repurchase of shares at a price in excess of net asset value per share on each repurchase date. The per share impact of repurchases of common stock was a decrease to net asset value of less than $0.01 per share during the three months ended March 31, 2019 and 2018.
(5)
Total investment return-net asset value is a measure of the change in total value for shareholders who held the Company’s common stock at the beginning and end of the period, including distributions paid or payable during the period. Total investment return-net asset value is based on (i) the beginning period net asset value per share on the first day of the period, (ii) the net asset value per share on the last day of the period of (A) one share plus (B) any fractional shares issued in connection with the reinvestment of monthly distributions, and (iii) the value of distributions payable, if any, on the last day of the period. The total investment return-net asset value calculation assumes that monthly cash distributions are reinvested in accordance with the Company's distribution reinvestment plan then in effect as described in Note 5. The total investment return-net asset value does not consider the effect of the sales load from the sale of the Company’s common stock. The total investment return-net asset value includes the effect of the issuance of shares at a net offering price that is greater than net asset value per share, which causes an increase in net asset value per share. Total returns covering less than a full year are not annualized.
(6)
Ratio is not annualized.
(7)
Ratio of gross operating expenses to average net assets does not include expense support provided by CIG, AIM and/or CIM, if any.
(8)
Portfolio turnover rate is calculated using the lesser of year-to-date sales or purchases over the average of the invested assets at fair value, excluding short term investments, and is not annualized.
(9)
Asset coverage ratio is equal to (i) the sum of (a) net assets at the end of the period and (b) total senior securities outstanding at the end of the period (excluding unfunded commitments), divided by (ii) total senior securities outstanding at the end of the period.

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Item 2. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations
As used in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, “we,” “us,” “our” or similar terms include CĪON Investment Corporation and its consolidated subsidiaries.
The following discussion should be read in conjunction with our unaudited consolidated financial statements and related notes appearing elsewhere in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q and the audited consolidated financial statements and related notes included in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2018. In addition to historical information, the following discussion and other parts of this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q contain forward-looking information that involves risks and uncertainties. Amounts and percentages presented herein may have been rounded for presentation and all dollar amounts, excluding share and per share amounts, are presented in thousands unless otherwise noted.
Forward-Looking Statements
Some of the statements within this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q constitute forward-looking statements because they relate to future events or our future performance or financial condition. The forward-looking statements contained in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q may include statements as to:
•
our future operating results;
•
our business prospects and the prospects of our portfolio companies;
•
the impact of the investments that we expect to make;
•
the ability of our portfolio companies to achieve their objectives;
•
our current and expected financings and investments;
•
the adequacy of our cash resources, financing sources and working capital;
•
the use of borrowed money to finance a portion of our investments;
•
the timing of cash flows, if any, from the operations of our portfolio companies;
•
our contractual arrangements and relationships with third parties;
•
the actual and potential conflicts of interest with CIM and Apollo and their respective affiliates;
•
the ability of CIM's and AIM's investment professionals to locate suitable investments for us and the ability of CIM to monitor and administer our investments;
•
the ability of CIM and its affiliates to attract and retain highly talented professionals;
•
the dependence of our future success on the general economy and its impact on the industries in which we invest;
•
the effects of a changing interest rate environment;
•
our ability to source favorable private investments;
•
our tax status;
•
the effect of changes to tax legislation and our tax position;
•
the tax status of the companies in which we invest; and
•
the timing and amount of distributions and dividends from the companies in which we invest.
In addition, words such as “anticipate,” “believe,” “expect” and “intend” indicate a forward-looking statement, although not all forward-looking statements include these words. The forward-looking statements contained in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q involve risks and uncertainties. Our actual results could differ materially from those implied or expressed in the forward-looking statements for any reason, including the factors set forth in “Risk Factors” in Item 1A of Part II of this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q. Other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially include: 
•
changes in the economy;
•
risks associated with possible disruption in our operations or the economy generally due to terrorism or natural disasters; and
•
future changes in laws or regulations and conditions in our operating areas.
We have based the forward-looking statements on information available to us on the date of this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q. Except as required by the federal securities laws, we undertake no obligation to revise or update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. You are advised to review any additional disclosures that we may make directly to you or through reports that we in the future may file with the SEC, including annual reports on Form 10-K, quarterly reports on Form 10-Q and current reports on Form 8-K. The forward-looking statements contained in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q are excluded from the safe harbor protection provided by Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended.

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Overview
We were incorporated under the general corporation laws of the State of Maryland on August 9, 2011 and commenced operations on December 17, 2012 upon raising proceeds of $2,500 from persons not affiliated with us, CIM or Apollo. We are an externally managed, non-diversified closed-end management investment company that has elected to be regulated as a BDC under the 1940 Act. We elected to be treated for federal income tax purposes as a RIC, as defined under Subchapter M of the Code.
Our investment objective is to generate current income and, to a lesser extent, capital appreciation for investors. Our portfolio is comprised primarily of investments in senior secured debt, including first lien loans, second lien loans and unitranche loans, and, to a lesser extent, collateralized securities, structured products and other similar securities, and equity, of private and thinly traded U.S. middle-market companies. In connection with our debt investments, we may receive equity interests such as warrants or options as additional consideration. We may also purchase equity interests in the form of common or preferred stock in our target companies, either in conjunction with one of our debt investments or through a co-investment with a financial sponsor.
We are managed by CIM, our affiliate and a registered investment adviser. Pursuant to an investment advisory agreement with us, CIM oversees the management of our activities and is responsible for making investment decisions for our portfolio. On November 1, 2018, our board of directors, including a majority of directors who are not interested persons, approved the renewal of the investment advisory agreement with CIM for a period of twelve months commencing December 17, 2018. We and CIM previously engaged AIM to act as our investment sub-adviser.
On July 11, 2017, the members of CIM entered into the Third Amended CIM LLC Agreement for the purpose of creating a joint venture between AIM and CIG. Under the Third Amended CIM LLC Agreement, AIM became a member of CIM and was issued a newly-created class of membership interests in CIM pursuant to which AIM, among other things, shares in the profits, losses, distributions and expenses of CIM with the other members in accordance with the terms of the Third Amended CIM LLC Agreement, which results in CIG and AIM each owning a 50% economic interest in CIM.
On July 10, 2017, our independent directors unanimously approved the termination of the investment sub-advisory agreement with AIM, effective as of July 11, 2017, as part of the new and ongoing relationship among us, CIM and AIM. Although the investment sub-advisory agreement and AIM's engagement as our investment sub-adviser were terminated, AIM's investment professionals continue to perform certain services for CIM and us, including, without limitation, identifying investment opportunities for approval by CIM's investment committee. AIM is not paid a separate fee in exchange for such services, but is entitled to receive distributions as a member of CIM as described above.
On December 4, 2017, the members of CIM entered into the Fourth Amended CIM LLC Agreement. Under the Fourth Amended CIM LLC Agreement, AIM’s investment professionals perform sourcing services for CIM, which include, among other services, (i) assistance with identifying and providing information about potential investment opportunities for approval by CIM’s investment committee; and (ii) providing (a) trade and settlement support; (b) portfolio and cash reconciliation; (c) market pipeline information regarding syndicated deals, in each case, as reasonably requested by CIM; and (d) monthly valuation reports and support for all broker-quoted investments. All of our investment decisions are the sole responsibility of, and are made at the sole discretion of, CIM's investment committee, which consists entirely of CIG personnel.
We seek to meet our investment objective by utilizing the experienced management team of CIM, which includes its access to the relationships and human capital of its affiliates in sourcing, evaluating and structuring transactions, as well as monitoring and servicing our investments. We focus primarily on the senior secured debt of private and thinly-traded U.S. middle-market companies, which we define as companies that generally possess annual EBITDA of $50 million or less, with experienced management teams, significant free cash flow, strong competitive positions and potential for growth.
Revenue
We primarily generate revenue in the form of interest income on the debt securities that we hold and capital gains on debt or other equity interests that we acquire in portfolio companies. The majority of our senior debt investments bear interest at a floating rate. Interest on debt securities is generally payable quarterly or monthly. In some cases, some of our investments may provide for deferred interest payments or PIK interest. The principal amount of the debt securities and any accrued, but unpaid, interest generally will become due at the maturity date. In addition, we may generate revenue in the form of commitment, structuring or diligence fees, monitoring fees, fees for providing managerial assistance and possibly consulting fees and performance-based fees. Any such fees generated in connection with our investments will be recognized when earned.
Operating Expenses
Our primary operating expenses are the payment of advisory fees under the investment advisory agreement and interest expense on our financing arrangements. Our investment advisory fees compensate CIM for its work in identifying, evaluating, negotiating, executing, monitoring and servicing our investments. We bear all other expenses of our operations and transactions.

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Reclassification
Unamortized OID and market discounts/premiums received upon the early repayment of debt investments have been reclassified from net realized gains on investments to interest income. As a result, prior year amounts have been reclassified to conform to the current presentation.
Portfolio Investment Activity for the Three Months Ended March 31, 2019 and 2018
The following table summarizes our investment activity, excluding short term investments and PIK securities, for the three months ended March 31, 2019 and 2018:
 
 
Three Months Ended
March 31,
Net Investment Activity
 
2019
 
2018
Purchases and drawdowns
 
 
 
 
    Senior secured first lien debt
 
$
134,130

 
$
245,212

    Senior secured second lien debt
 
9,824

 
75,008

    Equity
 
1,691

 
1,936

Sales and principal repayments
 
(204,203
)
 
(252,787
)
Net portfolio activity
 
$
(58,558
)
 
$
69,369

The following tables summarize the composition of our investment portfolio at amortized cost and fair value as of March 31, 2019 and December 31, 2018:
 
 
March 31, 2019
 
 
Investments Cost(1)
 
Investments Fair
Value
 
Percentage of
Investment
Portfolio
Senior secured first lien debt
 
$
1,445,350

 
$
1,413,468

 
78.7
%
Senior secured second lien debt
 
330,893

 
310,192

 
17.3
%
Collateralized securities and structured products - debt
 
15,144

 
15,030

 
0.8
%
Collateralized securities and structured products - equity
 
16,687

 
15,475

 
0.9
%
Equity
 
42,863

 
41,269

 
2.3
%
Subtotal/total percentage
 
1,850,937

 
1,795,434

 
100.0
%
Short term investments(2)
 
26,169

 
26,169

 
 
Total investments
 
$
1,877,106

 
$
1,821,603

 
 
Number of portfolio companies
 
 
 
142

Average annual EBITDA of portfolio companies
 
$81.1 million
 
Median annual EBITDA of portfolio companies
 
$56.0 million
 
Purchased at a weighted average price of par
 
97.08
%
Gross annual portfolio yield based upon the purchase price(3)
 
9.98
%
(1)
Represents amortized cost for debt investments and cost for equity investments. Amortized cost represents the original cost adjusted for the amortization of premiums and/or accretion of discounts, as applicable, on our investments.
(2)
Short term investments represent an investment in a fund that invests in highly liquid investments with average original maturity dates of three months or less.
(3)
The gross annual portfolio yield does not represent and may be higher than an actual investment return to shareholders because it excludes our expenses and all sales commissions and dealer manager fees and does not consider the cost of leverage.

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December 31, 2018
 
Investments Cost(1)
 
Investments Fair
Value
 
Percentage of
Investment
Portfolio
Senior secured first lien debt
$
1,492,034

 
$
1,462,989

 
79.0
%
Senior secured second lien debt
341,595

 
323,365

 
17.4
%
Collateralized securities and structured products - debt
15,193

 
15,193

 
0.8
%
Collateralized securities and structured products - equity
16,794

 
14,827

 
0.8
%
Equity
38,610

 
36,399

 
2.0
%
Subtotal/total percentage
1,904,226

 
1,852,773

 
100.0
%
Short term investments(2)
12,537

 
12,537

 
 

Total investments
$
1,916,763

 
$
1,865,310

 
 
Number of portfolio companies
 
 

 
153

Average annual EBITDA of portfolio companies
 
$79.0 million
 
Median annual EBITDA of portfolio companies
 
$56.0 million
 
Purchased at a weighted average price of par
 
97.35
%
Gross annual portfolio yield based upon the purchase price(3)
 
9.83
%
(1)
Represents amortized cost for debt investments and cost for equity investments. Amortized cost represents the original cost adjusted for the amortization of premiums and/or accretion of discounts, as applicable, on our investments.
(2)
Short term investments represent an investment in a fund that invests in highly liquid investments with average original maturity dates of three months or less.
(3)
The gross annual portfolio yield does not represent and may be higher than an actual investment return to shareholders because it excludes our expenses and all sales commissions and dealer manager fees and does not consider the cost of leverage.
The following table summarizes the composition of our investment portfolio by the type of interest rate as of March 31, 2019 and December 31, 2018, excluding short term investments of $26,169 and $12,537, respectively:
 
 
March 31, 2019
 
December 31, 2018
Interest Rate Allocation
 
Investments Cost
 
Investments Fair Value
 
Percentage of
Investment
Portfolio
 
Investments Cost
 
Investments Fair Value
 
Percentage of
Investment
Portfolio
Floating interest rate investments
 
$
1,754,447

 
$
1,705,140

 
95.0
%
 
$
1,802,745

 
$
1,756,777

 
94.8
%
Other income producing investments
 
34,002

 
35,372

 
2.0
%
 
41,182

 
39,180

 
2.1
%
Fixed interest rate investments
 
34,595

 
28,649

 
1.6
%
 
34,109

 
34,806

 
1.9
%
Non-income producing equity
 
27,893

 
26,273

 
1.4
%
 
26,190

 
22,010

 
1.2
%
Total investments
 
$
1,850,937

 
$
1,795,434

 
100.0
%
 
$
1,904,226

 
$
1,852,773

 
100.0
%


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The following table shows the composition of our investment portfolio by industry classification and the percentage, by fair value, of the total assets in such industries as of March 31, 2019 and December 31, 2018:
 
 
March 31, 2019
 
December 31, 2018
Industry Classification
 
Investments Fair Value
 
Percentage of
Investment Portfolio
 
Investments Fair Value
 
Percentage of
Investment Portfolio
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
 
$
326,597

 
18.2
%
 
$
325,180

 
17.5
%
Services: Business
 
224,934

 
12.5
%
 
218,888

 
11.7
%
Services: Consumer
 
134,102

 
7.5
%
 
133,210

 
7.2
%
Media: Advertising, Printing & Publishing
 
130,680

 
7.3
%
 
131,620

 
7.1
%
Media: Diversified & Production
 
114,254

 
6.4
%
 
114,303

 
6.2
%
High Tech Industries
 
99,739

 
5.6
%
 
126,620

 
6.8
%
Capital Equipment
 
98,049

 
5.5
%
 
98,994

 
5.3
%
Chemicals, Plastics & Rubber
 
73,269

 
4.1
%
 
74,575

 
4.0
%
Telecommunications
 
67,202

 
3.7
%
 
74,261

 
4.0
%
Beverage, Food & Tobacco
 
66,054

 
3.7
%
 
73,494

 
4.0
%
Banking, Finance, Insurance & Real Estate
 
63,693

 
3.5
%
 
57,917

 
3.1
%
Retail
 
63,239

 
3.4
%
 
42,450

 
2.3
%
Energy: Oil & Gas
 
58,072

 
3.2
%
 
54,907

 
3.0
%
Consumer Goods: Non-Durable
 
40,514

 
2.3
%
 
37,148

 
2.0
%
Construction & Building
 
33,895

 
1.9
%
 
33,483

 
1.8
%
Transportation: Cargo
 
33,002

 
1.8
%
 
30,614

 
1.7
%
Aerospace & Defense
 
31,773

 
1.8
%
 
45,655

 
2.5
%
Hotel, Gaming & Leisure
 
31,207

 
1.7
%
 
54,689

 
3.0
%
Consumer Goods: Durable
 
31,005

 
1.7
%
 
35,709

 
1.9
%
Diversified Financials
 
30,505

 
1.7
%
 
30,020

 
1.6
%
Forest Products & Paper
 
19,426

 
1.1
%
 
19,525

 
1.1
%
Metals & Mining
 
10,172

 
0.6
%
 
10,333

 
0.6
%
Automotive
 
9,585

 
0.5
%
 
24,645

 
1.3
%
Environmental Industries
 
3,000

 
0.2
%
 
2,955

 
0.2
%
Media: Broadcasting & Subscription
 
1,466

 
0.1
%
 
1,578

 
0.1
%
Subtotal/total percentage
 
1,795,434

 
100.0
%
 
1,852,773

 
100.0
%
Short term investments
 
26,169

 
 

 
12,537

 
 
Total investments
 
$
1,821,603

 
 
 
$
1,865,310

 
 
Our investment portfolio may contain senior secured investments that are in the form of lines of credit, delayed draw term loans, revolving credit facilities, or unfunded commitments, which may require us to provide funding when requested in accordance with the terms of the underlying agreements. As of March 31, 2019 and December 31, 2018, our unfunded commitments amounted to $86,235 and $79,078, respectively. As of May 9, 2019, our unfunded commitments amounted to $55,944. Since these commitments may expire without being drawn upon, unfunded commitments do not necessarily represent future cash requirements or future earning assets for us. Refer to the section “Commitments and Contingencies and Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements” for further details on our unfunded commitments.
Investment Portfolio Asset Quality
CIM uses an investment rating system to characterize and monitor our expected level of returns on each investment in our portfolio. These ratings are just one of several factors that CIM uses to monitor our portfolio, are not in and of themselves determinative of fair value or revenue recognition and are presented for indicative purposes. CIM rates the credit risk of all investments on a scale of 1 to 5 no less frequently than quarterly. This system is intended primarily to reflect the underlying risk of a portfolio investment relative to our initial cost basis in respect of such portfolio investment (i.e., at the time of acquisition), although it may also take into account under certain circumstances the performance of the portfolio company’s business, the collateral coverage of the investment and other relevant factors.

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The following is a description of the conditions associated with each investment rating used in this ratings system:
Investment Rating
 
Description
1
 
Indicates the least amount of risk to our initial cost basis. The trends and risk factors for this investment since origination or acquisition are generally favorable, which may include the performance of the portfolio company or a potential exit.
2
 
Indicates a level of risk to our initial cost basis that is similar to the risk to our initial cost basis at the time of origination or acquisition. This portfolio company is generally performing in accordance with our analysis of its business and the full return of principal and interest or dividend is expected.
3
 
Indicates that the risk to our ability to recoup the cost of such investment has increased since origination or acquisition, but full return of principal and interest or dividend is expected. A portfolio company with an investment rating of 3 requires closer monitoring.
4
 
Indicates that the risk to our ability to recoup the cost of such investment has increased significantly since origination or acquisition, including as a result of factors such as declining performance and noncompliance with debt covenants, and we expect some loss of interest, dividend or capital appreciation, but still expect an overall positive internal rate of return on the investment.
5
 
Indicates that the risk to our ability to recoup the cost of such investment has increased materially since origination or acquisition and the portfolio company likely has materially declining performance. Loss of interest or dividend and some loss of principal investment is expected, which would result in an overall negative internal rate of return on the investment.
For investments rated 3, 4, or 5, CIM enhances its level of scrutiny over the monitoring of such portfolio company.
The following table summarizes the composition of our investment portfolio based on the 1 to 5 investment rating scale at fair value as of March 31, 2019 and December 31, 2018, excluding short term investments of $26,169 and $12,537, respectively:
    
 
 
March 31, 2019
 
December 31, 2018
Investment Rating
 
Investments
Fair Value
 
Percentage of
Investment Portfolio
 
Investments
Fair Value
 
Percentage of
Investment Portfolio
1
 
$
21,647

 
1.2
%
 
$
—

 
—

2
 
1,568,572

 
87.4
%
 
1,642,270

 
88.6
%
3
 
187,571

 
10.4
%
 
181,118

 
9.8
%
4
 
9,895

 
0.6
%
 
26,412

 
1.4
%
5
 
7,749

 
0.4
%
 
2,973

 
0.2
%
 
 
$
1,795,434

 
100.0
%
 
$
1,852,773

 
100.0
%
The amount of the investment portfolio in each rating category may vary substantially from period to period resulting primarily from changes in the composition of such portfolio as a result of new investment, repayment and exit activities. In addition, changes in the rating of investments may be made to reflect our expectation of performance and changes in investment values.
Current Investment Portfolio

As of May 8, 2019, our investment portfolio, excluding our short term investments, consisted of interests in 142 portfolio companies (78% in senior secured first lien debt, 17% in senior secured second lien debt, 2% in collateralized securities and structured products (comprised of 1% invested in non-rated debt and 1% invested in non-rated equity of such securities and products), and 3% in equity) with a total fair value of $1,816,733 with an average and median portfolio company annual EBITDA of $78.0 million and $55.3 million, respectively, at initial investment. As of May 8, 2019, investments in our portfolio, excluding our short term investments, were purchased at a weighted average price of 97.10% of par value. Our estimated gross annual portfolio yield was 9.87% based upon the purchase price of such investments. The estimated gross portfolio yield does not represent and may be higher than an actual investment return to shareholders because it excludes our expenses and all sales commissions and dealer manager fees. For the three months ended March 31, 2019, our total investment return-net asset value was 1.68%. Total investment return-net asset value does not represent and may be higher than an actual investment return to shareholders because it excludes all sales commissions and dealer manager fees. Total investment return-net asset value is a measure of the change in total value for shareholders who held our common stock at the beginning and end of the period, including distributions paid or payable during the period, and is described further in Note 12 of our consolidated financial statements.

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As of May 8, 2019, our only short term investment was an investment in a U.S. Treasury Obligations Fund of $54,628.
Results of Operations for the Three Months Ended March 31, 2019 and 2018
Our results of operations for the three months ended March 31, 2019 and 2018 were as follows:
 
Three Months Ended
March 31,
 
2019
 
2018
Investment income
$
51,171

 
$
41,162

Net operating expenses
29,632

 
19,300

Net investment income
21,539

 
21,862

Net realized loss on investments and foreign currency
(960
)
 
(679
)
Net change in unrealized depreciation on investments
(4,050
)
 
(1,450
)
Net change in unrealized depreciation on foreign currency translation
(113
)
 
—

Net increase in net assets resulting from operations
$
16,416

 
$
19,733

Investment Income
For the three months ended March 31, 2019 and 2018, we generated investment income of $51,171 and $41,162, respectively, consisting primarily of interest income on investments in senior secured debt and collateralized securities and structured products of 155 and 159 portfolio companies held during each respective period. Our average investment portfolio size, excluding our short term investments, increased $280,069, from $1,544,035 for the three months ended March 31, 2018 to $1,824,104 for the three months ended March 31, 2019, as we deployed the net proceeds from our financing arrangements and the net proceeds from our follow-on continuous public offering, which ended on January 25, 2019. During 2018, our investment portfolio continued to grow due to equity available to us for investment from our follow-on continuous public offering and amounts borrowed under our financing arrangements. As a result, we believe that reported investment income for the three months ended March 31, 2018 is not representative of our stabilized or future performance.

Operating Expenses
The composition of our operating expenses for the three months ended March 31, 2019 and 2018 was as follows:
 
Three Months Ended
March 31,
 
2019
 
2018
Management fees
$
9,331

 
$
7,939

Administrative services expense
497

 
461

Subordinated incentive fee on income
5,375

 
—

General and administrative
1,389

 
1,982

Interest expense
13,040

 
8,918

Total operating expenses
$
29,632

 
$
19,300

During the three months ended March 31, 2019, the increase in interest expense was primarily the result of additional borrowings on our existing financing arrangements, which resulted in an increase in net assets and an increase in management fees. The increase in subordinated incentive fees was a result of exceeding our hurdle rate of 1.875% for pre-incentive fee net investment income for the three months ended March 31, 2019.

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The composition of our general and administrative expenses for the three months ended March 31, 2019 and 2018 was as follows:
 
Three Months Ended
March 31,
 
2019
 
2018
Professional fees
$
553

 
$
629

Transfer agent expense
265

 
329

Dues and subscriptions
135

 
244

Director fees and expenses
121

 
121

Valuation expense
115

 
164

Insurance expense
101

 
100

Due diligence fees
61

 
82

Printing and marketing expense
22

 
72

Accounting and administration costs
15

 
179

Other expenses
1

 
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Total general and administrative expense
$
1,389

 
$
1,982


Net Investment Income

Our net investment income totaled $21,539 and $21,862 for the three months ended March 31, 2019 and 2018, respectively. The decrease in net investment income was primarily due to an increase in management fees, subordinated incentive fees, and interest expense, which were partially offset by an increase in investment income during the three months ended March 31, 2019.
Net Realized Loss on Investments and Foreign Currency
Our net realized loss on investments and foreign currency totaled $(960) and $(679) for the three months ended March 31, 2019 and 2018, respectively. This change was driven primarily by realized losses on certain underperforming investments during the three months ended March 31, 2019 compared to the three months ended March 31, 2018.
Net Change in Unrealized Depreciation on Investments
The net change in unrealized depreciation on our investments totaled $(4,050) and $(1,450) for the three months ended March 31, 2019 and 2018, respectively. This change was driven primarily by unrealized losses on certain underperforming investments during the three months ended March 31, 2019.
Net Change in Unrealized Deprecation on Foreign Currency Translation
The net change in unrealized depreciation on foreign currency translation totaled $(113) and $0 for the three months ended March 31, 2019 and 2018, respectively. This depreciation was driven primarily by unfavorable changes in foreign currency exchange rates near March 31, 2019.
Net Increase in Net Assets Resulting from Operations
For the three months ended March 31, 2019 and 2018, we recorded a net increase in net assets resulting from operations of $16,416 and $19,733, respectively, as a result of our operating activity for the respective periods.
Net Asset Value per Share, Annual Investment Return and Total Return Since Inception 

Our net asset value per share was $8.65 and $8.69 on March 31, 2019 and December 31, 2018, respectively. After considering (i) the overall changes in net asset value per share, (ii) paid distributions of approximately $0.1829 per share during the three months ended March 31, 2019, and (iii) the assumed reinvestment of those distributions in accordance with our distribution reinvestment plan then in effect, the total investment return-net asset value was 1.68% for the three month period ended March 31, 2019. Total investment return-net asset value does not represent and may be higher than an actual return to shareholders because it excludes all sales commissions and dealer manager fees. Total investment return-net asset value is a measure of the change in total value for shareholders who held our common stock at the beginning and end of the period, including distributions paid or payable during the period, and is described further in Note 12 to our consolidated financial statements included in this report.

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Initial shareholders who subscribed to the offering in December 2012 with an initial investment of $10,000 and an initial purchase price equal to $9.00 per share (public offering price excluding sales load) have seen an annualized return of 7.54% and a cumulative total return of 57.93% through March 31, 2019 (see chart below). Initial shareholders who subscribed to the offering in December 2012 with an initial investment of $10,000 and an initial purchase price equal to $10.00 per share (the initial public offering price including sales load) have seen an annualized return of 5.75% and a cumulative total return of 42.14% through March 31, 2019. Over the same time period, the S&P/LSTA Leveraged Loan Index, a primary measure of senior debt covering the U.S. leveraged loan market, which currently consists of approximately 1,000 credit facilities throughout numerous industries, recorded an annualized return of 4.04% and a cumulative total return of 28.27%. In addition, the BofA Merrill Lynch US High Yield Index, a primary measure of short-term US dollar denominated below investment grade corporate debt publicly issued in the US domestic market, recorded an annualized return of 5.42% and a cumulative total return of 39.42% over the same period.
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(1) Cumulative performance: December 17, 2012 to March 31, 2019
The calculations for the Growth of $10,000 Initial Investment are based upon (i) an initial investment of $10,000 in our common stock at the beginning of the period, at a share price of $10.00 per share (including sales load) and $9.00 per share (excluding sales load), (ii) assumes reinvestment of monthly distributions in accordance with our distribution reinvestment plan then in effect, (iii) the sale of the entire investment position at the net asset value per share on the last day of the period, and (iv) the distributions declared and payable to shareholders, if any, on the last day of the period.

Financial Condition, Liquidity and Capital Resources

We generate cash primarily from cash flows from interest, fees and dividends earned from our investments as well as principal repayments and proceeds from sales of our investments. We also employ leverage to seek to enhance our returns as market conditions permit and at the discretion of CIM. On March 23, 2018, an amendment to Section 61(a) of the 1940 Act was signed into law to permit BDCs to reduce the minimum "asset coverage" ratio from 200% to 150% and, as a result, to potentially increase the ratio of a BDC's debt to equity from a maximum of 1-to-1 to a maximum of 2-to-1, so long as certain approval and disclosure requirements are satisfied. We currently have not determined whether to seek to utilize such additional leverage. We generated cash from the net proceeds from our continuous public offerings. Our initial continuous public offering commenced on July 2, 2012 and ended on December 31, 2015. Our follow-on continuous public offering commenced on January 25, 2016 and ended on January 25, 2019.

As of March 31, 2019 and December 31, 2018, we had $26,169 and $12,537 in short term investments, respectively, invested in a fund that primarily invests in U.S. government securities.

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Citibank Credit Facility

As of March 31, 2019 and May 9, 2019, our outstanding borrowings under the Second Amended Citibank Credit Facility were $282,542 and $306,542, respectively, and the aggregate unfunded principal amount was $67,458 and $43,458, respectively. For a detailed discussion of our Second Amended Citibank Credit Facility, refer to Note 7 to our consolidated financial statements included in this report.

JPM Credit Facility
As of March 31, 2019 and May 9, 2019, our outstanding borrowings under the Amended JPM Credit Facility were $250,000 and the aggregate unfunded principal amount was $25,000. For a detailed discussion of our Amended JPM Credit Facility, refer to Note 7 to our consolidated financial statements included in this report.
UBS Facility
As of March 31, 2019 and May 9, 2019, our outstanding borrowings under the amended UBS Facility were $200,000 and no additional principal amount was available for borrowing under the amended UBS Facility. For a detailed discussion of our amended UBS Facility, refer to Note 7 to our consolidated financial statements included in this report.
MS Credit Facility
As of March 31, 2019 and May 9, 2019, our outstanding borrowings under the Amended MS Credit Facility were $150,000 and $130,000, respectively, and the aggregate unfunded principal amount was $0 and $20,000, respectively. For a detailed discussion of our Amended MS Credit Facility, refer to Note 7 to our consolidated financial statements included in this report.
Unfunded Commitments
As of March 31, 2019 and May 9, 2019, our unfunded commitments amounted to $86,235 and $55,944, respectively. For a detailed discussion of our unfunded commitments, refer to Note 10 to our consolidated financial statements included in this report.
Recent Accounting Pronouncements

See Note 2 to our consolidated financial statements included in this report for a discussion of certain recent accounting pronouncements that are applicable to us.
Critical Accounting Policies
Our consolidated financial statements are prepared in conformity with GAAP, which requires us to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities at the date of the consolidated financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting periods. Critical accounting policies are those that require the application of management’s most difficult, subjective or complex judgments, often because of the need to make estimates about the effect of matters that are inherently uncertain and that may change in subsequent periods. In preparing the consolidated financial statements, we also utilize available information, including our past history, industry standards and the current economic environment, among other factors, in forming our estimates and judgments, giving due consideration to materiality. Actual results may differ from these estimates. In addition, other companies may utilize different estimates, which may impact the comparability of our results of operations to those of companies in similar businesses.
Valuation of Portfolio Investments
The value of our assets is determined quarterly and at such other times that an event occurs that materially affects the valuation. The valuation is made pursuant to Section 2(a)(41) of the 1940 Act, which requires that we value our assets as follows: (i) the market price for those securities for which a market quotation is readily available, and (ii) for all other securities and assets, at fair value, as determined in good faith by our board of directors. As a BDC, Section 2(a)(41) of the 1940 Act requires the board of directors to determine in good faith the fair value of portfolio securities for which a market price is not readily available, and it does so in conjunction with the application of our valuation procedures by CIM.
There is no single standard for determining fair value in good faith. As a result, determining fair value requires that judgment be applied to the specific facts and circumstances of each asset while employing a valuation process that is consistently followed. Determinations of fair value involve subjective judgments and estimates. Accordingly, the notes to our consolidated financial statements refer to the uncertainty with respect to the possible effect of such valuations, and any change in such valuations in our consolidated financial statements.

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Valuation Methods
With respect to investments for which market quotations are not readily available, we undertake a multi-step valuation process each quarter, as described below:
•
our quarterly valuation process begins with each portfolio company or investment being initially valued by certain of CIM’s investment professionals and certain members of its management team, with such valuation taking into account information received from various sources, including independent valuation firms, if applicable;
•
preliminary valuation conclusions are then documented and discussed with members of CIM’s management team;
•
designated members of CIM’s management team review the preliminary valuation, and, if applicable, deliver such preliminary valuation to an independent valuation firm for its review;
•
designated members of CIM’s management team and, if appropriate, the relevant investment professionals meet with the independent valuation firm to discuss the preliminary valuation;
•
designated members of CIM’s management team respond and supplement the preliminary valuation to reflect any comments provided by the independent valuation firm;
•
our audit committee meets with members of CIM’s management team and the independent valuation firms to discuss the assistance provided and the results of the independent valuation firms' review; and
•
our board of directors discusses the valuation and determines the fair value of each investment in our portfolio in good faith based on various statistical and other factors, including the input and recommendation of CIM, the audit committee and any third-party valuation firm, if applicable.

In addition to the foregoing, certain investments for which a market price is not readily available are evaluated on a quarterly basis by an independent valuation firm and certain other investments are on a rotational basis reviewed by an independent valuation firm. Finally, certain investments are not evaluated by an independent valuation firm unless certain aspects of such investments in the aggregate meet certain criteria.
Given the expected types of investments, excluding short term investments and stock of publicly traded companies that are classified as Level 1, management expects our portfolio holdings to be classified as Level 3. Due to the uncertainty inherent in the valuation process, particularly for Level 3 investments, such fair value estimates may differ significantly from the values that would have been used had an active market for the investments existed. In addition, changes in the market environment and other events that may occur over the life of the investments may cause the gains or losses that we ultimately realize on these investments to materially differ from the valuations currently assigned. Inputs used in the valuation process are subject to variability in the future and can result in materially different fair values.
For an additional discussion of our investment valuation process, refer to Note 2 to our consolidated financial statements included in this report.
Related Party Transactions

For a discussion of our relationship with related parties including CION Securities, CIM, ICON Capital, and CIG and amounts incurred under agreements with such related parties, refer to Note 4 to our consolidated financial statements included in this report.
Contractual Obligations

On August 26, 2016, 34th Street entered into the JPM Credit Facility with JPM, as amended and restated on September 30, 2016, July 11, 2017, November 28, 2017 and May 23, 2018. See Note 7 to our consolidated financial statements for a more detailed description of the JPM Credit Facility.

On March 29, 2017, Flatiron Funding II entered into the Citibank Credit Facility with Citibank, as amended on July 11, 2017 and March 14, 2019. See Note 7 to our consolidated financial statements for a more detailed description of the Citibank Credit Facility.
    
On May 19, 2017, Murray Hill Funding II entered into the UBS Facility with UBS, as amended on December 1, 2017. See Note 7 to our consolidated financial statements for a more detailed description of the UBS Facility.

On December 19, 2017, 33rd Street entered into the MS Credit Facility with MS, as amended on July 9, 2018 and December 18, 2018. See Note 7 to our consolidated financial statements for a more detailed description of the MS Credit Facility.

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Commitments and Contingencies and Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements
Commitments and Contingencies
We have entered into certain contracts with other parties that contain a variety of indemnifications. Our maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown. However, we have not experienced claims or losses pursuant to these contracts and believe the risk of loss related to such indemnifications to be remote.
Our investment portfolio may contain debt investments that are in the form of lines of credit, delayed draw term loans, revolving credit facilities, or other unfunded commitments, which may require us to provide funding when requested in accordance with the terms of the underlying agreements. For further details on such debt investments, refer to Note 10 to our consolidated financial statements included in this report.
Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements
    
We currently have no off-balance sheet arrangements, except for those discussed in Note 10 to our consolidated financial statements included in this report.

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Item 3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk
We are subject to financial market risks, including changes in interest rates. As of March 31, 2019, 95.0% of our investments paid variable interest rates. A rise in the general level of interest rates can be expected to lead to higher interest rates applicable to our debt investments, especially to the extent that we hold variable rate investments, and to declines in the value of any fixed rate investments we may hold. To the extent that a majority of our investments may be in variable rate investments, an increase in interest rates could make it easier for us to meet or exceed our incentive fee hurdle rate, as defined in our investment advisory agreement, and may result in a substantial increase in our net investment income, and also to the amount of incentive fees payable to CIM with respect to our pre-incentive fee net investment income.
    
Under the terms of the Amended JPM Credit Facility, advances currently bear interest at a floating rate equal to the three-month LIBOR, plus a spread of 3.00% per year. Under the terms of the Second Amended Citibank Credit Facility, advances currently bear interest at a floating rate equal to the three-month LIBOR plus 2.00%. Pursuant to the terms of the amended UBS Facility, we currently pay a financing fee equal to the three-month LIBOR plus a spread of 3.50%. Under the terms of the Amended MS Credit Facility, advances currently bear interest at a floating rate equal to the three-month LIBOR plus a spread of 3.00% per year. In addition, we may seek to further borrow funds in order to make additional investments. Our net investment income will be impacted, in part, by the difference between the rate at which we borrow funds and the rate at which we invest those funds. As a result, we would be subject to risks relating to changes in market interest rates. In periods of rising interest rates when we have debt outstanding, our cost of funds would increase, which could reduce our net investment income, especially to the extent we hold fixed rate investments. We expect that our long-term investments will be financed primarily with equity and long-term debt. Our interest rate risk management techniques may include various interest rate hedging activities to the extent permitted by the 1940 Act. Adverse developments resulting from changes in interest rates could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations.
    
The following table shows the effect over a twelve month period of changes in interest rates on our net interest income, excluding short term investments, assuming no changes in our investment portfolio, the Second Amended Citibank Credit Facility, the Amended JPM Credit Facility, the amended UBS Facility or the Amended MS Credit Facility in effect as of March 31, 2019:
Basis Point Change in Interest Rates
 
(Decrease) Increase in Net Interest Income(1)
 
Percentage Change in Net Interest Income
Down 200 basis points
 
$
(11,809
)
 
(9.6
)%
Down 100 basis points
 
(8,532
)
 
(7.0
)%
Down 50 basis points
 
(4,299
)
 
(3.5
)%
No change to current base rate (2.59% as of March 31, 2019)
 
—

 
—

Up 50 basis points
 
4,299

 
3.5
 %
Up 100 basis points
 
8,598

 
7.0
 %
Up 200 basis points
 
17,264

 
14.1
 %
Up 300 basis points
 
25,977

 
21.2
 %
(1)
This table assumes no change in defaults or prepayments by portfolio companies over the next twelve months.

The interest rate sensitivity analysis presented above does not consider the potential impact of the changes in fair value of our fixed rate debt investments and the net asset value of our common stock in the event of sudden changes in interest rates. Approximately 1.6% of our investments paid fixed interest rates as of March 31, 2019. Rising market interest rates will most likely lead to fair value declines for fixed interest rate investments and a decline in the net asset value of our common stock, while declining market interest rates will most likely lead to an increase in the fair value of fixed interest rate investments and an increase in the net asset value of our common stock.
In addition, we may have risk regarding portfolio valuation as discussed in Note 2 to our consolidated financial statements included in this report.
Item 4. Controls and Procedures
Evaluation of disclosure controls and procedures 
In connection with the preparation of this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the three months ended March 31, 2019, we carried out an evaluation, under the supervision and with the participation of our management, including our Co-Chief Executive Officers and our Chief Financial Officer, of the effectiveness of the design and operation of our disclosure controls and procedures as of the end of the period covered by this report pursuant to Rule 13a-15(b) and Rule 15d-15(b) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Based on the foregoing evaluation, the Co-Chief Executive Officers and the Chief Financial Officer concluded that our disclosure controls and procedures were effective.

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In designing and evaluating our disclosure controls and procedures, we recognized that disclosure controls and procedures, no matter how well conceived and operated, can provide only reasonable, not absolute, assurance that the objectives of the disclosure controls and procedures are met.  Our disclosure controls and procedures have been designed to meet reasonable assurance standards. Disclosure controls and procedures cannot detect or prevent all error and fraud. Some inherent limitations in disclosure controls and procedures include costs of implementation, faulty decision-making, simple error and mistake. Additionally, controls can be circumvented by the individual acts of some persons, by collusion of two or more people, or by management override of the controls. The design of any system of controls is based, in part, upon certain assumptions about the likelihood of future events, and there can be no assurance that any design will succeed in achieving its stated goals under all anticipated and unanticipated future conditions. Over time, controls may become inadequate because of changes in conditions, or the degree of compliance with established policies or procedures.
Evaluation of internal control over financial reporting
There have been no changes in our internal control over financial reporting during the three months ended March 31, 2019 that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.

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PART II - OTHER INFORMATION
Item 1. Legal Proceedings
We are not currently subject to any material legal proceedings, nor, to our knowledge, is any material legal proceeding threatened against us. From time to time, we may be party to certain legal proceedings in the ordinary course of business, including proceedings relating to the enforcement of our rights under contracts with our portfolio companies and other third parties. While the outcome of these legal proceedings cannot be predicted with certainty, we do not expect that any such proceedings will have a material effect upon our financial condition or results of operations.
Item 1A. Risk Factors
There have been no material changes from the risk factors disclosed in “Item 1A. Risk Factors” of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2018.
Item 2. Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds
Our registration statement on Form N-2, as amended, in connection with our follow-on continuous public offering was declared effective by the SEC on January 25, 2016 (SEC File No. 333-203683). Our follow-on continuous public offering commenced on January 25, 2016 and ended on January 25, 2019.
We did not engage in any unregistered sales of equity securities during the three months ended March 31, 2019.
The table below provides information concerning our repurchases of shares of our common stock during the three months ended March 31, 2019 pursuant to our share repurchase program.
Period
 
Total Number of Shares Purchased
 
Average Price Paid per Share
 
Total Number of Shares Purchased as Part of Publicly Announced Plans or Programs
 
Maximum Number of Shares That May Yet Be Purchased Under the Plans or Programs
January 1 to January 31, 2019
 
—

 
$
—

 
—

 
—

February 1 to February 28, 2019
 
—

 
—

 
—

 
—

March 1 to March 31, 2019
 
1,078,856

 
8.68

 
1,078,856

 
(1
)
Total
 
1,078,856

 
$
8.68

 
1,078,856

 
(1
)
(1)
A description of the maximum number of shares of our common stock that may be repurchased is set forth in a detailed discussion of the terms of our share repurchase program in Note 3 to our unaudited consolidated financial statements contained in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q.
Item 3. Defaults Upon Senior Securities
Not applicable.
Item 4. Mine Safety Disclosures
Not applicable.
Item 5. Other Information
Not applicable.

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Item 6. Exhibits
Exhibit
Number
 
Description of Document
2.1
 
3.1
 
3.2
 
3.3
 
4.1
 
4.2
 
10.1
 
10.2
 
10.3
 
10.4
 
10.5
 
10.6
 
10.7
 
10.8
 
10.9
 
10.10
 
10.11
 
10.12
 


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Exhibit
Number
 
Description of Document
10.13
 
10.14
 
10.15
 
10.16
 
10.17
 
10.18
 
10.19
 
10.20
 
10.21
 
10.22
 
10.23
 
10.24
 
10.25
 
10.26
 
10.27
 
10.28
 


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Exhibit
Number
 
Description of Document
10.29
 
10.30
 
10.31
 
10.32
 
10.33
 
10.34
 
10.35
 
10.36
 
10.37
 
10.38
 
10.39
 
10.40
 
10.41
 
31.1
 
31.2
 
31.3
 
32.1
 
32.2
 
32.3
 


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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, thereunto duly authorized.
Date: May 10, 2019
CĪON Investment Corporation
(Registrant)
By: /s/ Michael A. Reisner
Michael A. Reisner
Co-Chief Executive Officer
(Principal Executive Officer)
By: /s/ Mark Gatto
Mark Gatto
Co-Chief Executive Officer
(Principal Executive Officer)
By: /s/ Keith S. Franz
Keith S. Franz
Chief Financial Officer
(Principal Financial and Accounting Officer)


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