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Chicago Atlantic BDC, Inc. (NASDAQ:LIEN), a $226 million market cap business development company currently trading near its 52-week low of $9.70, announced that John Mazarakis resigned from its board of directors, effective Friday. The company stated that Mazarakis’s decision was made solely to ensure compliance with Section 15(f) of the Investment Company Act of 1940 and was not due to any disagreement regarding the company’s operations, policies, or practices.
The resignation was disclosed in a press release statement included in a recent SEC filing. Mazarakis had served as an interested director on the board. Chicago Atlantic BDC is incorporated in Maryland and is listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market.
No additional changes to the board or management were reported in the filing.
In other recent news, Chicago Atlantic BDC reported its financial results for the first quarter of 2025, revealing a net investment income of $7.6 million, which translates to $0.34 per share. Despite a decrease in gross investment income to $11.9 million from $12.7 million in the previous quarter, the company maintains a robust position in the market. The firm also closed a $100 million credit facility during the quarter, which adds to its financial stability and growth potential. Additionally, Zuanic and Associates initiated coverage on Chicago Atlantic BDC with an Overweight rating, recognizing the company’s strong position in the cannabis lending sector. The analyst noted a 20% discount to book value and a dividend yield of 13%, highlighting the company’s attractive valuation. Chicago Atlantic BDC, resulting from a merger, holds a 17% share of all marijuana lending, with a disclosed deal pipeline of approximately $600 million. The company’s strategic focus on lending against diverse collateral types allows it to access a broader market compared to its peers. Zuanic and Associates forecast approximately 30% shareholder returns by the end of 2025, combining a return to par with the dividend yield.
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