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Palmer Square's CLO Indices Celebrate 10 Year Anniversary

1. Palmer Square celebrates 10 years of CLO indices. 2. CLOs grew from $400 million to over $1 trillion market value. 3. Launched ETF (PSQA) in the U.S. for CLO index performance. 4. Nearly 1,000 global subscribers access Palmer Square's CLO indices. 5. European CLO indices are also launching in 2024.

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Why Bullish?

The significant growth of the CLO market indicates increased investor interest and potential for higher returns, which can benefit PSBD. Historical patterns show that firms offering innovative financial products tend to see positive market responses, as seen with exchange-traded funds in the past.

How important is it?

The expansion of Palmer Square's product offerings and the insight into the growing CLO market provide strong indications of future growth prospects for PSBD; however, actual market performance will also depend on broader economic conditions.

Why Long Term?

The long-term growth of the CLO market and Palmer Square’s expansion signify sustained opportunities for PSBD in a growing sector. Innovations like ETFs typically contribute to market interest over multiple quarters.

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(PRNewsfoto/Palmer Square Capital Management) (PRNewsfoto/Palmer Square Capital Management) , /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Palmer Square Capital Management ("Palmer Square") celebrates the 10 year anniversary of its groundbreaking CLO indices. On May 29, 2015, Palmer Square introduced the first CLO benchmarks distributed globally on a daily basis: the Palmer Square CLO Senior Debt Index (CLOSE) and the Palmer Square CLO Debt Index (CLODI). According to Christopher D. Long, Founder, CEO and Chairman of Palmer Square, "We launched the CLO indices to provide valuable insights and access to a daily performance benchmark focused on a rapidly expanding asset class. In 2024, we expanded our offerings by launching European CLO indices. Today, nearly 1,000 global subscribers access our indices, and we recently introduced an ETF (PSQA) in the U.S. and will soon launch a similar product in Europe which allows investors to directly access the return characteristics of these indices." Below is the 10-year performance data of our trailblazing indices. YTD 2025 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 Palmer Square Senior Debt Index (CLOSE) 1.57 % 7.40 % 9.01 % 0.70 % 1.43 % 2.68 % 4.44 % 2.12 % 3.16 % 3.32 % Palmer Square Debt Index (CLODI) 1.02 % 13.22 % 17.40 % -3.59 % 5.11 % 6.83 % 8.82 % 0.07 % 9.13 % 10.40 % As of April 30, 2025"CLOs are one of the fastest growing areas of global structured credit, growing from approximately $400 million 10 years ago to more than $1 trillion in market value. Palmer Square's ability to provide daily performance indices to investors for the last decade has been a major contributor to this tremendous market growth as investors had the transparency to not only follow the CLO space, but also benchmark performance," stated Jeff Fox, President, Palmer Square.The Palmer Square CLO Senior Debt Index is a rules-based observable pricing and total return index for collateralized loan obligation ("CLO") debt for sale in the United States, rated at the time of issuance as AAA or AA (or an equivalent rating). Such debt is often referred to as the senior tranches of a CLO.The Palmer Square CLO Debt Index is also a rules-based observable pricing and total return index for collateralized loan obligation ("CLO") debt for sale in the United States, rated at the time of issuance as A, BBB or BB (or equivalent rating). Such debt is often referred to as the mezzanine tranches of a CLO.About Palmer Square Capital Management Founded in 2009 by Christopher Long, with major offices in Kansas City and London, Palmer Square manages over $34.2 billion in fixed income/credit investments on behalf of a diverse client base inclusive of institutional investors, wealth management firms, and high net worth individuals (as of 03/31/25). The firm primarily focuses on Opportunistic Credit, Income Strategies, Private Credit, and CLOs while offering many product opportunities, including mutual funds, separately managed accounts, private partnerships (including investments focused on the CLO market), CLOs, and a publicly traded Business Development Company, Palmer Square Capital BDC Inc. (NYSE: PSBD).Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results. It is not possible to invest directly in an index. Index performance does not reflect the deduction of any fees and expenses. There are risks involved with investing, including the possible loss of principal, that investors should be prepared to bear. The information contained herein should not be construed as personalized investment advice and should not be considered a solicitation to buy or sell any security or engage in a particular investment strategy.This data is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended for trading purposes. This document shall not constitute an offering of any security, product or service. The addition, removal or inclusion of a security in the Palmer Square CLO Senior Debt Index and the Palmer Square CLO Debt Index (the "Indices") is not a recommendation to buy, sell, or hold that security, nor is it investment advice.The Indices are the exclusive property of Palmer Square. The Indices are calculated by NYSE Group, Inc. or its affiliates ("NYSE"). NYSE MAKES NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, AND HEREBY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH RESPECT TO THE INDICES OR ANY DATA INCLUDED THEREIN. IN NO EVENT SHALL NYSE HAVE ANY LIABILITY FOR ANY SPECIAL, PUNITIVE, INDIRECT, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING LOST PROFITS), EVEN IF NOTIFIED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.The securities issued under the CLO transactions have not been registered under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration or an applicable exemption from registration requirements. This overview shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy, nor shall there be any sale of such securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or jurisdiction.Palmer Square Capital Management LLC ("Palmer Square") is an SEC registered investment adviser with its principal place of business in the State of Kansas. Registration of an investment adviser does not imply a certain level of skill or training. Palmer Square and its representatives are in compliance with the current registration and notice filing requirements imposed upon registered investment advisers by those states in which Palmer Square maintains clients. Palmer Square may only transact business in those states in which it is notice filed, or qualifies for an exemption or exclusion from notice filing requirements. Any subsequent, direct communication by Palmer Square with a prospective client shall be conducted by a representative that is either registered or qualifies for an exemption or exclusion from registration in the state where the prospective client resides. For additional information about Palmer Square, including fees and services, send for our disclosure statement as set forth on Form ADV using the contact information herein or refer to the Investment Adviser Public Disclosure web site (www.adviserinfo.sec.gov). Please read the disclosure statement carefully before you invest or send money.Media contact: [email protected]SOURCE Palmer Square Capital Management WANT YOUR COMPANY'S NEWS FEATURED ON PRNEWSWIRE.COM? 440k+ Newsrooms & Influencers 9k+ Digital Media Outlets 270k+ Journalists Opted In

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