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Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP has filed a class action lawsuit against FS KKR Capital Corp. (FSK) alleging securities fraud after the company’s stock plunged over 15 percent.
The complaint alleges that the company made materially false and misleading statements about its business, operations, and prospects, according to the law firm's announcement.
The lawsuit follows two major disclosures of poor performance. On August 6, 2025, the company revealed a 6.2% quarterly drop in net asset value (NAV), and on February 25, 2026, it announced a further 5% NAV decline and a dividend cut to $0.48 per share from $0.70.
The legal action claims FS KKR Capital overstated the effectiveness of its portfolio restructuring and the valuation of its investments, leading to significant investor losses. The company's stock fell 8.20% and 15.24% after the respective announcements.
The lawsuit, captioned Stuart v. FS KKR Capital Corp., et al., centers on a class period from May 8, 2024, to February 25, 2026. According to the complaint, FS KKR failed to disclose that challenges with its legacy investments were deeper than portrayed.
During an earnings call, the company's Chief Investment Officer admitted that previously discussed issues only accounted for "50% of net realized and unrealized losses," indicating more widespread problems within the portfolio.
The filing specifically alleges the company overstated the durability of its quarterly distribution strategy, which was ultimately cut by over 31%.
The lawsuit introduces significant legal and financial uncertainty for FS KKR Capital, potentially impacting its stock performance and reputation. Investors who believe they have suffered losses have 60 days from the notice date to file a motion to be appointed as the lead plaintiff.
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