CION Investment Corp 8-K Summary
Business Context and Reporting Period
CION Investment Corporation (CION), a Maryland corporation, filed a Current Report on Form 8-K on January 7, 2026, regarding events occurring on January 6, 2026. The company is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbols CION (Common Stock) and CICB (7.50% Notes due 2029).
Key Financial Metrics
This filing does not report revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity metrics. The report focuses exclusively on the declaration of shareholder distributions.
Material Changes and Distribution Declaration
On January 6, 2026, CION's co-chief executive officers declared base distributions for the first quarter of 2026. The Board of Directors has delegated the authority to determine distribution terms to executive officers, subject to quarterly ratification.
| Month | Declaration Date | Record Date | Payment Date | Amount Per Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 2026 | 1/6/2026 | 1/16/2026 | 1/30/2026 | $0.10 |
| February 2026 | 1/6/2026 | 2/13/2026 | 2/27/2026 | $0.10 |
| March 2026 | 1/6/2026 | 3/13/2026 | 3/27/2026 | $0.10 |
| Total Q1 2026 | $0.30 |
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
The filing contains no forward-looking guidance, management commentary on operational outlook, or discussion of specific risks and contingencies beyond the standard disclosure that the information is "furnished" and not "filed" for liability purposes under Section 18 of the Exchange Act.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Verify the record dates (January 16, February 13, and March 13, 2026) to ensure eligibility for the respective payments.
- Confirm the total quarterly distribution of $0.30 per share aligns with the company's historical payout policy.
- Review the attached Press Release (Exhibit 99.1) for any additional context regarding the distribution decision.
- Note that this filing does not provide updated financial performance data; refer to the most recent 10-Q or 10-K for operational metrics.