CFG Merchant Solutions, LLC (“CFGMS” or the “Company”), a technology-enabled specialty finance and alternative funding provider, announced the upsize to $30.0 million of its investment-grade corporate note. The transaction was assigned a BBB rating by a nationally recognized statistical ratings organization.

SLR Equipment Finance is pleased to announce the closing of a new $350 million credit facility with Bank of America, N.A. and Truist Bank to support the growth of its equipment finance business over the next several years.

J D Factors provided $8,875,000 in new factoring facilities to 31 new clients in the US and Canada during the month of February. Some of these facilities include: A $400,000 factoring facility for a transportation company in Nebraska and a $1,500,000 factoring facility for a transportation company in Illinois.

SG Credit Partners, through its SG Software + Technology division, is thrilled to announce its partnership with PrepMD, the premier cardiac healthcare solutions company. PrepMD is transforming global cardiac care by combining clinical excellence and technological innovation.

Garrington Capital (garringtoncapital.com), a leading provider of capital solutions to middle-market companies in the United States and Canada, is pleased to announce the closing of a $1.6 million senior secured term loan (the “Loan”) to a support a buyer’s acquisition of a Pecos, Texas-based equipment rental business. The acquirer is a new, Dallas-based private equity sponsor.

Lighthouse Financial Corp. is pleased to announce the completion of a $4,500,000 Credit Facility to an Ohio-based distributor of lighting products. The company prides itself as "your one-stop shop for lighting products".

First Citizens Bank today announced that its Cannabis Banking business provided a $1 million working capital line of credit to MC Nutraceuticals, one of the largest global suppliers of hemp-derived cannabinoids.

Monroe Capital LLC (“Monroe”) was selected as the recipient of two separate Private Debt Investor (“PDI”) awards, including the 2023 Lower Mid-Market Lender of the Year and CLO Manager of the Year (Americas).

Kate Moore has joined Dorsey & Whitney LLP as a Partner in the Finance & Restructuring group in Phoenix, the law firm announced today. Kate advises lenders at all stages of financing transactions. She represents a broad array of clients, from some of the largest international financial institutions, to life companies and regional and specialty debt funds.

Sidley Austin LLP and Holland & Hart LLP are serving as legal advisors to BowFlex. FTI Consulting, Inc. and FTI Capital Advisors LLC have been retained as financial advisor and investment banker to BowFlex to manage the sale and auction process.

The Hedaya Capital Group, a leading provider of flexible financing solutions that enable companies to maximize growth and respond to transitional situations, provided a $1 million factoring and inventory financing facility to a distributor of bedding and home goods (the “Company”).

Mount Logan is a global alternative investment manager that offers its clients complementary solutions across the private credit and specialty finance asset classes.

Wingspire Capital LLC (“Wingspire”) and Piney Lake Capital Management LP (“PLC”) together provided a Unitranche senior credit facility to constructor subcontractor, Acousti Engineering Company of Florida.

Soft Surroundings, once a prominent name in women's fashion with a network of 44 stores across 24 states, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in September 2023, marking the end of its physical retail journey.

Dechert LLP announced today the addition of Brian Miner as a partner in its corporate and securities practice group, further bolstering the firm's capabilities in middle market private equity and M&A. Mr. Miner will be based in the firm's New York office.

Arkhouse Management Co. LP, today announced it has submitted an increased all-cash proposal to acquire Macy’s or $24.00 per share along with its partner, Brigade Capital Management. Arkhouse and Brigade have also disclosed additional information about their financing, including identifying Fortress Investment Group LLC and One Investment Management US as equity capital partners for the proposed transaction.

Leading private markets investment management firm Hamilton Lane (Nasdaq: HLNE) today announced the final closing of Hamilton Lane Strategic Opportunities Fund VIII ("the Fund"). The Fund represents approximately $700 million in commitments from a wide range of institutions, including over 50 investors across North America, Asia, EMEA and Latin America.

Amerisource Business Capital, a leading provider of asset-based lending and other capital products, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jeff Dunbar as Regional Market Manager in the Midwest.

Eclipse Business Capital LLC (“EBC”) announced that it has provided an $85 million senior secured ABL credit facility to an electronics retailer. The credit facility is secured by accounts receivable and inventory. The transaction will refinance the Company’s existing revolving credit facility and provide additional liquidity for working capital purposes.

Newmont Corporation (NYSE: NEM, TSX: NGT, ASX: NEM, PNGX: NEM) (“Newmont” or the “Company”) and Newcrest Finance Pty Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Newmont (“Newcrest Finance” and, together with Newmont, the “Issuers”) announced today that they have commenced a private offering (the “Offering”) of their notes due 2026 and notes due 2034 (together, the “Notes”).