FS Credit Opportunities Corp. current report, 14 November 2022

FS Credit Opportunities Corp. (FSCO) - 8-K Summary

Business Context and Reporting Period

This Form 8-K, dated November 14, 2022, reports the consummation of the listing of FS Credit Opportunities Corp.'s common stock on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the ticker symbol "FSCO". The filing also details the entry into a material definitive agreement and modifications to security holder rights effective upon this listing.

Key Financial Metrics

The filing text does not provide specific values for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity. This report focuses on corporate governance events and contractual agreements rather than periodic financial performance data.

Material Changes and Agreements

  • NYSE Listing: On November 14, 2022, the Company's shares commenced trading on the NYSE.
  • Amended Investment Advisory Agreement: The Company entered into an amended agreement with FS Global Advisor, LLC, effective upon listing. Key changes include:
    • Reduction of the annual base management fee from 1.5% to 1.35% of average daily gross assets.
    • Modification of the incentive fee structure, changing the hurdle rate calculation basis from "adjusted capital" to a percentage of the Company's net assets.
  • Distribution Reinvestment Plan (DRP): An amended and restated DRP became effective upon listing but is suspended for 181 days following the listing date.

Outlook, Risks, and Management Commentary

Management included a cautionary statement regarding forward-looking statements, noting that actual results may differ due to economic changes, geo-political risks, hostilities, terrorism, natural disasters, pandemics (such as COVID-19), regulatory changes, and stock price volatility. The Company undertakes no obligation to update these statements.

Key Facts for Investor Verification

  • Verify the effective date of the 1.35% management fee and the new incentive fee hurdle structure in the attached Exhibit 10.1.
  • Confirm the 181-day suspension period for the Distribution Reinvestment Plan and the date it is expected to resume.
  • Review the Form N-CSRS filed on August 26, 2022, for detailed information on related party transactions and adviser compensation.
  • Monitor the Company's initial trading performance on the NYSE under the symbol "FSCO".