Hercules Capital, Inc. Form 8-K Summary
Business Context and Reporting Period
This Current Report on Form 8-K was filed by Hercules Capital, Inc. on February 19, 2020. The filing primarily serves to announce the declaration of dividends and references the release of financial results for the quarter and full year ended December 31, 2019.
Key Financial Metrics
The filing text does not provide specific numerical values for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity. These metrics are contained within the press release referenced as Exhibit 99.1, which is not included in the provided text.
Material Changes and Dividend Declarations
The Board of Directors declared the following dividends payable in March 2020:
- Quarterly Dividend: $0.32 per share.
- Supplemental Dividend: $0.08 per share.
Dividend Schedule:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Ex-Dividend Date | February 28, 2020 |
| Record Date | March 2, 2020 |
| Payment Date | March 9, 2020 |
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
The filing text does not contain specific management commentary, forward-looking guidance, risk factors, or details on unusual items. It directs readers to the attached press releases for the full context of the earnings announcement.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Verify the total dividend payout per share ($0.40) and confirm eligibility based on the February 28, 2020 ex-dividend date.
- Review the full earnings press release (Exhibit 99.1) to obtain specific financial results for the quarter and year ended December 31, 2019.
- Confirm the payment date of March 9, 2020, for both the quarterly and supplemental dividends.