AcquisitionsJun 22, 2026, 04:16 PM
Ridgepost Capital Completes Acquisition of Stellus Capital Management
AI Summary
Ridgepost Capital, Inc. announced the completion of its previously announced acquisition of Stellus Capital Management, LLC. Stellus, a leading U.S. direct lender focused on the lower-middle market, manages approximately $4 billion in assets. This acquisition is expected to enhance Ridgepost's private credit capabilities and create growth opportunities within its lower-middle market GP ecosystem. Stellus's current partners will continue to manage day-to-day operations, including investment decisions.
Key Highlights
- Ridgepost Capital completed its acquisition of Stellus Capital Management.
- Stellus Capital Management has approximately $4 billion in assets under management (AUM).
- Stellus reported $3.8 billion in AUM as of March 31, 2026, with $2.6 billion in fee-paying AUM.
- Stellus's team has deployed over $10.5 billion of capital across more than 375 companies.
- Ridgepost Capital's total AUM is over $45 billion as of March 31, 2026.
- Stellus's current partners will continue to lead day-to-day operations and investment decisions.
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