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FSK Announces Earnings Release and Conference Call Schedule for Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024

FSK will host a conference call at 9:00 a.m. (Eastern Time) on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, to discuss its fourth quarter and full year 2023 results.

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  • FSK will host a conference call at 9:00 a.m. (Eastern Time) on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, to discuss its fourth quarter and full year 2023 results.
  • All interested parties are welcome to participate and can access the live conference call by registering using the following URL: https://register.vevent.com/register/BI663dbca9cfed4412a7a519e4424faafe .
  • Participants are requested to register a day in advance or at a minimum 15 minutes before the start of the call.
  • The conference call will also be webcast, which can be accessed from the Investor Relations section of FSK's website at www.fskkradvisor.com under Events.

Quectel Introduces Ultra-Low Power, Cost-Effective KG200Z Long Range Module

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024

CES - Quectel Wireless Solutions, a global IoT solutions provider, today announces the launch of the KG200Z module, a state-of-the-art Long Range (LoRa®) technology module designed to cater to the specific needs of IoT projects demanding dependable, ultra-low power, and cost-effective, long range wireless communication.

Key Points: 
  • CES - Quectel Wireless Solutions, a global IoT solutions provider, today announces the launch of the KG200Z module, a state-of-the-art Long Range (LoRa®) technology module designed to cater to the specific needs of IoT projects demanding dependable, ultra-low power, and cost-effective, long range wireless communication.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240109198172/en/
    Quectel introduces ultra-low power, cost-effective KG200Z Long Range module (Photo: Business Wire)
    The module delivers seamless and robust connectivity for IoT devices, boasting an impressive transmission distance of 2-5 kilometers in urban settings and 10-15 kilometers in suburban areas.
  • The module also boasts a range connectivity options with multiple interfaces, including UART, SPI*, I2C*, and SWD, catering to a wide range of applications.
  • With an ultra-low power consumption, the KG200Z module is engineered for efficiency, boasting low power consumption to extend battery life significantly.

STMicroelectronics releases long-range wireless microcontrollers for energy-efficient connectivity in smart metering, smart building, and industrial monitoring

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Monday, November 20, 2023

Device and application designers can leverage ST’s wireless MCUs to develop and deliver new products to the world quickly for maximum benefit.

Key Points: 
  • Device and application designers can leverage ST’s wireless MCUs to develop and deliver new products to the world quickly for maximum benefit.
  • For example, Lierda Internet of Things Technology, is using the STM32WL33 to reduce power and add long range wireless connectivity to existing networking products.
  • Another customer, Silent Smart Technology, has created a family of modules based on STM32WL3 wireless MCUs that operate in various sub-1GHz frequency bands.
  • STM32 is a registered and/or unregistered trademark of STMicroelectronics International NV or its affiliates in the EU and/or elsewhere.

KBRA Assigns Rating to FS KKR Capital Corp.'s $300 million Senior Unsecured Notes due 2029

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023

KBRA assigns a rating of BBB to FS KKR Capital Corp.'s (“FSK” or “the company”) $400 million 7.875% senior unsecured notes due 2029.

Key Points: 
  • KBRA assigns a rating of BBB to FS KKR Capital Corp.'s (“FSK” or “the company”) $400 million 7.875% senior unsecured notes due 2029.
  • FSK is the second largest publicly traded BDC, which provides solid access to the capital markets evidenced by its $4.7 billion of senior unsecured debt outstanding.
  • KBRA favorably views the high proportion of unsecured debt to total debt of 59%, which allows for more asset unencumbrance for unsecured noteholders.
  • The company is managed by FS/KKR Advisor, LLC, a partnership of FS Investments and KKR Credit that was formed in 2018.

FSK Announces Earnings Release and Conference Call Schedule for Third Quarter 2023

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

PHILADELPHIA and NEW YORK, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- FS KKR Capital Corp. (NYSE: FSK) announced today plans to release its third quarter 2023 results after the close of trading on the New York Stock Exchange on Monday, November 6, 2023.

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  • PHILADELPHIA and NEW YORK, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- FS KKR Capital Corp. (NYSE: FSK) announced today plans to release its third quarter 2023 results after the close of trading on the New York Stock Exchange on Monday, November 6, 2023.
  • FSK will host a conference call at 9:00 a.m. (Eastern Time) on Tuesday, November 7, 2023, to discuss its third quarter 2023 results.
  • All interested parties are welcome to participate and can access the live conference call by registering using the following URL: https://register.vevent.com/register/BI7f9108c51d8747ba8f63a33decd0fe4e .
  • The conference call will also be webcast, which can be accessed from the Investor Relations section of FSK's website at www.fskkradvisor.com under Events.

New Amazon Sidewalk SoCs & Developer Tools from Silicon Labs Accelerate Adoption

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Tuesday, August 22, 2023

AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- At their fourth annual Works With Developers Conference, Silicon Labs (NASDAQ: SLAB) today announced a new family of systems on chips (SoCs) optimized for Amazon Sidewalk, the SG23 and SG28 SoCs, as well as an extensive developer journey that provides step-by-step direction and expert advice for Amazon Sidewalk development. With these new devices, developer tools, and the previously announced Silicon Labs Pro Kit for Amazon Sidewalk, Silicon Labs strengthens its complete development platform for Amazon's rapidly growing network. The new SoCs are generally available today through Silicon Labs and its distribution partners along with several other members of the xG28 family of SoCs.

Key Points: 
  • With these new devices, developer tools, and the previously announced Silicon Labs Pro Kit for Amazon Sidewalk , Silicon Labs strengthens its complete development platform for Amazon's rapidly growing network.
  • "Amazon Sidewalk brings many unique features for device developers, along with several unique requirements," said Jake Alamat, Senior Vice President of Home and Life IoT at Silicon Labs.
  • Recognizing this, Silicon Labs worked directly with Amazon to create the Amazon Sidewalk Developer's Journey with Silicon Labs .
  • Silicon Labs provides all the tools needed for each step, and by following the Developers Journey, device makers are well-positioned for Amazon Web Services and Amazon Sidewalk certification and approval.

FSK Announces Earnings Release and Conference Call Schedule for Second Quarter 2023

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Wednesday, July 12, 2023

PHILADELPHIA and NEW YORK, July 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- FS KKR Capital Corp. (NYSE: FSK) announced today plans to release its second quarter 2023 results after the close of trading on the New York Stock Exchange on Monday, August 7, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • PHILADELPHIA and NEW YORK, July 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- FS KKR Capital Corp. (NYSE: FSK) announced today plans to release its second quarter 2023 results after the close of trading on the New York Stock Exchange on Monday, August 7, 2023.
  • FSK will host a conference call at 9:00 a.m. (Eastern Time) on Tuesday, August 8, 2023, to discuss its second quarter 2023 results.
  • All interested parties are welcome to participate and can access the live conference call by registering using the following URL: https://register.vevent.com/register/BI181855a63150497e8b9756d7f66eaa34 .
  • The conference call will also be webcast, which can be accessed from the Investor Relations section of FSK's website at www.fskkradvisor.com under Events.

KBRA Affirms Ratings for FS KKR Capital Corp.

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Friday, May 26, 2023

KBRA affirms the BBB issuer and senior unsecured debt ratings for FS KKR Capital Corp. (NYSE: FSK or “the company”).

Key Points: 
  • KBRA affirms the BBB issuer and senior unsecured debt ratings for FS KKR Capital Corp. (NYSE: FSK or “the company”).
  • The ratings and Stable Outlook are supported by FS KKR Capital Corp.'s ties to KKR & Co., which has $510 billion of AUM, including $197 billion dedicated to private credit lending, along with FSK's SEC exemptive relief to co-invest among affiliated companies of KKR credit.
  • The portfolio company weighted average EBITDA was $114.4 million at 1Q23, a substantial increase from $76.2 million one year prior.
  • The company is managed by FS/KKR Advisor, LLC, a partnership of FS Investments and KKR Credit that was formed in 2018.

KKR Names Dan Pietrzak Global Head of Private Credit

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Friday, May 19, 2023

KKR, a leading global investment firm, today announced it has named Dan Pietrzak as Global Head of Private Credit.

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  • KKR, a leading global investment firm, today announced it has named Dan Pietrzak as Global Head of Private Credit.
  • Most recently, Mr. Pietrzak served as Co-Head of Private Credit with Matthieu Boulanger, who is leaving to pursue other opportunities.
  • “Dan has been instrumental in helping build our private credit business into what it is today.
  • KKR’s broader credit business manages over $200 billion of assets with a global team of approximately 190 investment professionals, including 110 dedicated to private credit.

FSK Announces Earnings Release and Conference Call Schedule for First Quarter 2023

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Monday, April 17, 2023

PHILADELPHIA and NEW YORK, April 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- FS KKR Capital Corp. (NYSE: FSK) announced today plans to release its first quarter 2023 results prior to the opening of the New York Stock Exchange on Friday, May 5, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • PHILADELPHIA and NEW YORK, April 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- FS KKR Capital Corp. (NYSE: FSK) announced today plans to release its first quarter 2023 results prior to the opening of the New York Stock Exchange on Friday, May 5, 2023.
  • FSK will host a conference call at 9:00 a.m. (Eastern Time) on Friday, May 5, 2023, to discuss its first quarter 2023 results.
  • All interested parties are welcome to participate and can access the live conference call by registering using the following URL: https://register.vevent.com/register/BIa89f54f9964344a292794a5e367a233d .
  • The conference call will also be webcast, which can be accessed from the Investor Relations section of FSK's website at www.fskkradvisor.com under Events.