Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure.

On August 14, 2009, the registrant issued a press release, included herewith as Exhibit 99.1, and by this reference incorporated herein.

The information disclosed under this Item 7.01, including Exhibit 99.1 hereto, is being furnished and shall not be deemed "filed" for purposes of
Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and shall not be deemed incorporated by reference into any filing made under the Securities Act of 1933, except as expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

Item 8.01 Other Events

On March 25, 2009, the registrant filed a global shelf registration statement on Form N-2 (File No. 333-158211) (the "Registration Statement") with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "Commission") . The Commission declared the Registration Statement effective on June 26, 2009. On August 14, 2009, the registrant filed with the Commission a Prospectus Supplement to the Registration Statement (the "Prospectus Supplement") pursuant to Rule 497 under the Securities Act of 1933, relating to an offering of shares of common stock. The Prospectus Supplement is included herewith as Exhibit 99.2, and by this reference incorporated herein.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits.

º (d) º Exhibits: Exhibit Number Description 99.1 Press Release, dated as of August 14, 2009 99.2 Prospectus Supplement, dated as of August 14, 2009

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