• Equus Total Return posted a net investment loss of $0.9 million for Q2 2026, widening from $0.6 million a year earlier.
• Total investment income held flat at $0.3 million.
• Compensation expense rose 50% to $0.6 million, due to officer bonuses tied to dispositions.
• Unrealized gains on Morgan E&P increased $2.5 million in the six months ended June 30, driven by higher oil prices.
• A $2 million senior convertible promissory note matured Feb. 7 and remained unpaid at June 30; a default notice arrived July 29.

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