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Investment philosophy

Saratoga Investment utilizes the same disciplined investment philosophy as Saratoga Partners. The Company intends to minimize risk by focusing on the following credit characteristics:

  • Stable earnings and strong free cash flow;
  • Reasonable leverage and debt-to-cash flow multiples;
  • Industry leaders with sustainable market share;
  • Capital structures that provide appropriate terms and reasonable covenants;
  • Experienced Board of Directors that hold meaningful equity positions;
  • Industries in which Saratoga Partners has deep investment experience and success
  • Strong competitive industry dynamics;
  • Diversification with regard to position sizes, industry and geography.