Capital Southwest
Dallas BDC lending across the lower-middle-market capital structure.
Mezzanine & Junior CapitalFirmUnited States
Target market
Lower-middle-market companies ($3-15M EBITDA)
Typical check
$5M-$50M
Geography
United States
Overview
Capital Southwest (Nasdaq: CSWC) is an internally managed BDC that provides first lien, second lien and subordinated debt with equity co-investments to lower-middle-market companies with roughly $3-15 million of EBITDA. It holds two SBIC licenses, giving it up to $350 million of aggregate SBA-guaranteed debenture capacity.
Key facts
- Internally managed BDC listed as CSWC on Nasdaq
- Received a second SBIC license in 2025
- Up to $350M of aggregate SBA debenture capacity