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Equus Total Return, Inc.
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August 19, 2025 EX-99.1

EQUUS ANNOUNCES SECOND QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE

Exhibit 99.1 Contact: Equus Total Return, Inc. 1-888-323-4533 EQUUS ANNOUNCES SECOND QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE HOUSTON, TX – August 18, 2025 – Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (“Equus” or the “Company”) reports net assets as of June 30, 2025, of $34.1 million. Net asset value per share decreased to $2.51 as of June 30, 2025, from $2.52 as of March 31, 2025. Comparative data is summarized below (

August 19, 2025 8-K

___________________________________________ UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 18, 2025 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Employ

August 15, 2025 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2025 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period to Commission File Number 814-00098 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (E

August 15, 2025 NT 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WACHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 12b-25 NOTIFICATION OF LATE FILING

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WACHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 12b-25 NOTIFICATION OF LATE FILING Commission File Number: 814-00098 (Check One): [ ] Form 10-K [ ] Form 20-F [ ] Form 11-K [ X ] Form 10-Q [ ] Form 10-D [ ] Form N-SAR [ ] Form N-CSR For Period Ended: June 30, 2025 [ ] Transition Report on Form 10-K [ ] Transition Report on Form 20-F [ ] Transition Report on Form 11-K [

July 2, 2025 8-K

___________________________________________ UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 26, 2025 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Employer

May 20, 2025 EX-99.1

EQUUS RECEIVES NOTICE OF NON-COMPLIANCE WITH NEW YORK STOCK EXCHANGE SHARE PRICE RULE Company Intends to Regain Compliance with NYSE Rule Notice Has No Immediate Impact on the Listing or Trading of Equus Common Stock

EXHIBIT 99.1 Contact: Equus Total Return, Inc. 1-888-323-4533 EQUUS RECEIVES NOTICE OF NON-COMPLIANCE WITH NEW YORK STOCK EXCHANGE SHARE PRICE RULE Company Intends to Regain Compliance with NYSE Rule Notice Has No Immediate Impact on the Listing or Trading of Equus Common Stock HOUSTON, TX – May 20, 2025 – Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (“Equus” or the “Company”) announced today that it was

May 20, 2025 8-K

___________________________________________ UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 15, 2025 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Employer

May 19, 2025 EX-99.1

EQUUS ANNOUNCES FIRST QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE

EXHIBIT 99.1 Contact: Equus Total Return, Inc. 1-888-323-4533 EQUUS ANNOUNCES FIRST QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE HOUSTON, TX – May 19, 2025 – Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (“Equus” or the “Company”) reports net assets as of March 31, 2025, of $34.2 million. Net asset value per share increased to $2.52 as of March 31, 2025, from $2.17 as of December 31, 2024. Comparative data is summarized below

May 19, 2025 8-K

___________________________________________ UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 19, 2025 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Employer

May 19, 2025 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2025 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period to Commission File Number 814-00098 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (

May 16, 2025 NT 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WACHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 12b-25 NOTIFICATION OF LATE FILING

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WACHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 12b-25 NOTIFICATION OF LATE FILING Commission File Number: 814-00098 (Check One): [ ] Form 10-K [ ] Form 20-F [ ] Form 11-K [ X ] Form 10-Q [ ] Form 10-D [ ] Form N-SAR [ ] Form N-CSR For Period Ended: March 31, 2025 [ ] Transition Report on Form 10-K [ ] Transition Report on Form 20-F [ ] Transition Report on Form 11-K [

May 12, 2025 DEF 14A

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ____)

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

April 23, 2025 PRE 14A

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

April 11, 2025 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 11, 2025 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Employe

April 11, 2025 EX-99.1

EQUUS ANNOUNCES FOURTH QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE

EXHIBIT 99.1 Contact: Equus Total Return, Inc. 1-888-323-4533 EQUUS ANNOUNCES FOURTH QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE HOUSTON, TX – April 11, 2025 – Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (“Equus” or the “Company”) reports net assets as of December 31, 2024, of $29.5 million. Net asset value per share decreased to $2.17 as of December 31, 2024, from $2.96 as of September 30, 2024. Comparative data is summari

April 10, 2025 EX-99.2

Morgan E&P, LLC Financial Statements As of December 31, 2024 and 2023 and for the year ended December 31, 2024 and the period from inception (April 3, 2023) through December 31, 2023

EXHIBIT 99.2 Morgan E&P, LLC Financial Statements As of December 31, 2024 and 2023 and for the year ended December 31, 2024 and the period from inception (April 3, 2023) through December 31, 2023 TableOfContents Morgan E&P, LLC Contents Independent Auditor’s Report 3 Financial Statements Balance Sheets 5 Statements of Operations 6 Statements of Changes in Member’s Deficit 7 Statements of Cash Flow

April 10, 2025 EX-99.1

Equus Energy, LLC and Subsidiary Consolidated Financial Statements As of December 31, 2024 and 2023 and for the three years ended December 31, 2024

EXHIBIT 99.1 Equus Energy, LLC and Subsidiary Consolidated Financial Statements As of December 31, 2024 and 2023 and for the three years ended December 31, 2024 TableOfContents Equus Energy, LLC and Subsidiary Contents Independent Auditor’s Report 3 Consolidated Financial Statements Consolidated Balance Sheets 5 Consolidated Statements of Operations 6 Consolidated Statements of Changes in Member’s

April 10, 2025 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT UNDER SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the year ended December 31, 2024 Or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 814-00098 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Ex

April 1, 2025 NT 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WACHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 12b-25 NOTIFICATION OF LATE FILING

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WACHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 12b-25 NOTIFICATION OF LATE FILING Commission File Number: 814-00098 (Check One): [ X ] Form 10-K [ ] Form 20-F [ ] Form 11-K [ ] Form 10-Q [ ] Form 10-D [ ] Form N-SAR [ ] Form N-CSR For Period Ended: December 31, 2024 [ ] Transition Report on Form 10-K [ ] Transition Report on Form 20-F [ ] Transition Report on Form 11-

March 10, 2025 8-K

Completion of Acquisition or Disposition of Assets

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 4, 2025 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Employer

February 18, 2025 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 10, 2025 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Empl

February 18, 2025 EX-10.1

10.1 Securities Purchase Agreement dated February 10, 2025.

EXHIBIT 10.1 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. SECURITIES PURCHASE AGREEMENT DATED AS OF [●], 2025 (“SUBSCRIPTION DATE”) THE SECURITIES OFFERED HEREBY HAVE NOT BEEN REGISTERED UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933, AS AMENDED (THE “SECURITIES ACT”), OR ANY STATE SECURITIES LAWS, AND, UNLESS SO REGISTERED, MAY NOT BE OFFERED, SOLD, ASSIGNED, PLEDGED OR OTHERWISE DISPOSED OF, EXCEPT PURSUANT TO AN EXEMPTION FROM,

February 18, 2025 EX-10.2

10.2 Subscription Agreement dated February 10, 2025.

EXHIBIT 10.2 EXECUTION COPY GENERAL ENTERPRISE VENTURES, INC. SUBSCRIPTION AGREEMENT THE SECURITIES OFFERED BY THIS SUBSCRIPTION AGREEMENT HAVE NOT BEEN REGISTERED UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933, AS AMENDED (THE “SECURITIES ACT”), OR ANY STATE SECURITIES LAWS, AND, UNLESS SO REGISTERED, MAY NOT BE OFFERED, SOLD, ASSIGNED, PLEDGED OR OTHERWISE DISPOSED OF, EXCEPT PURSUANT TO AN EXEMPTION FROM, OR

February 4, 2025 40-17F2

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17f-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES Pursuant to Rule 17f-2 [17 CRF 270.17f-2]

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17f-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES Pursuant to Rule 17f-2 [17 CRF 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: 814-00098 Date examination completed: December 18, 2024 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL GA HI ID IL

January 6, 2025 EX-99.1

EQUUS ANNOUNCES APPOINTMENTS OF FRASER ATKINSON AS CHAIRMAN AND JOHN J. MAY AS DIRECTOR

EXHIBIT 99.1 Contact: Patricia Baronowski Pristine Advisers, LLC (631) 756-2486 EQUUS ANNOUNCES APPOINTMENTS OF FRASER ATKINSON AS CHAIRMAN AND JOHN J. MAY AS DIRECTOR HOUSTON, TX – January 6, 2025 – Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (“Equus” or the “Fund”) today announces that Fraser Atkinson has been appointed as the Fund’s independent Chairman of the Board and that John J. May has been appoi

January 6, 2025 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): December 30, 2024 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Empl

November 19, 2024 40-17F2

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17f-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES Pursuant to Rule 17f-2 [17 CRF 270.17f-2]

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17f-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES Pursuant to Rule 17f-2 [17 CRF 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: 814-00098 Date examination completed: November 12, 2024 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL GA HI ID IL

November 15, 2024 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 14, 2024 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Empl

November 15, 2024 EX-99.1

EQUUS ANNOUNCES THIRD QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE

EXHIBIT 99.1 Contact: Patricia Baronowski Pristine Advisers, LLC (631) 756-2486 EQUUS ANNOUNCES THIRD QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE HOUSTON, TX – November 14, 2024 – Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (“Equus” or the “Company”) reports net assets as of September 30, 2024, of $40.2 million. Net asset value per share decreased to $2.96 as of September 30, 2024, from $3.66 as of June 30, 2024. Comparativ

November 14, 2024 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2024 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period to Commission File Number 814-00098 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, IN

November 7, 2024 8-K

Notice of Delisting or Failure to Satisfy a Continued Listing Rule or Standard; Transfer of Listing

8-K 1 f8kequus1112024.htm FORM 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 1, 2024 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Juris

October 22, 2024 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 17, 2024 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Emplo

August 20, 2024 EX-99.1 CHARTER

EQUUS ANNOUNCES SECOND QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE

EXHIBIT 99.1 Contact: Patricia Baronowski Pristine Advisers, LLC (631) 756-2486 EQUUS ANNOUNCES SECOND QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE HOUSTON, TX – August 20, 2024 – Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (“Equus” or the “Company”) reports net assets as of June 30, 2024, of $49.8 million. Net asset value per share increased to $3.66 as of June 30, 2024, from $3.38 as of March 31, 2024. Comparative data is

August 20, 2024 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 20, 2024 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Employ

August 19, 2024 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2024 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period to Commission File Number 814-00098 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (E

August 14, 2024 NT 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WACHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 12b-25 NOTIFICATION OF LATE FILING

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WACHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 12b-25 NOTIFICATION OF LATE FILING Commission File Number: 814-00098 (Check One): [ ] Form 10-K [ ] Form 20-F [ ] Form 11-K [ X ] Form 10-Q [ ] Form 10-D [ ] Form N-SAR [ ] Form N-CSR For Period Ended: June 30, 2024 [ ] Transition Report on Form 10-K [ ] Transition Report on Form 20-F [ ] Transition Report on Form 11-K [

August 2, 2024 40-17F2

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17f-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES Pursuant to Rule 17f-2 [17 CRF 270.17f-2]

40-17F2 1 n17f2equus07172024.htm FORM N-17F-2 U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17f-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES Pursuant to Rule 17f-2 [17 CRF 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: 814-00098 Date examination completed: July 17, 2024 2. State Identification Number:

June 28, 2024 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 20, 2024 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Employer

May 16, 2024 EX-99.1

EQUUS ANNOUNCES FIRST QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE

EXHIBIT 99.1 Contact: Patricia Baronowski Pristine Advisers, LLC (631) 756-2486 EQUUS ANNOUNCES FIRST QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE HOUSTON, TX – May 16, 2024 – Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (“Equus” or the “Company”) reports net assets as of March 31, 2024, of $45.9 million. Net asset value per share decreased to $3.38 as of March 31, 2024, from $3.55 as of December 31, 2023. Comparative data is

May 16, 2024 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 16, 2024 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Employer

May 15, 2024 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2024 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period to Commission File Number 814-00098 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (

April 29, 2024 DEF 14A

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

April 3, 2024 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 3, 2024 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Employer

April 3, 2024 EX-99.1

EQUUS ANNOUNCES FOURTH QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE Morgan E&P’s Fair Value Increases $7.6 Million

EXHIBIT 99.1 Contact: Patricia Baronowski Pristine Advisers, LLC (631) 756-2486 EQUUS ANNOUNCES FOURTH QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE Morgan E&P’s Fair Value Increases $7.6 Million HOUSTON, TX – April 3, 2024 – Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (“Equus” or the “Company”) reports net assets as of December 31, 2023, of $48.3 million. Net asset value per share increased to $3.55 as of December 31, 2023,

April 2, 2024 EX-97.1

Equus Total Return, Inc. Compensation Recoupment Policy

EXHIBIT 97.1 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. COMPENSATION RECOUPMENT POLICY 1. Persons Subject to this Policy. This policy is applicable to all executive officers (as defined in Rule 3b-7 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended) of Equus Total Return, Inc. (the “Company”). This policy will also apply to such other employees, or classes of employees, of the Company as may be determined from

April 2, 2024 EX-99.1

Consolidated Financial Statements of Equus Energy, LLC and Subsidiary as of December 31, 2023 and 2022 and for the years ended December 31, 2023, 2022 and 2021

EXHIBIT 99.1 Equus Energy, LLC and Subsidiary Consolidated Financial Statements As of December 31, 2023 and 2022 and for the three years ended December 31, 2023 Equus Energy, LLC and Subsidiary Contents Independent Auditor’s Report 3 Consolidated Financial Statements Consolidated Balance Sheets 5 Consolidated Statements of Operations 6 Consolidated Statements of Changes in Member’s (Deficit) Equit

April 2, 2024 EX-99.2

Financial Statements of Morgan E&P, LLC as of December 31, 2023 for the period from inception (April 3, 2023) through December 31, 2023

EXHIBIT 99.2 Morgan E&P, LLC Financial Statements As of December 31, 2023 and for the period from inception (April 3, 2023) to December 31, 2023 Morgan E&P, LLC Contents Independent Auditor’s Report 3 Financial Statements Balance Sheet 5 Statement of Operations 6 Statement of Changes in Member’s Deficit 7 Statement of Cash Flows 8 Notes to Financial Statements 9 2 Independent Auditor’s Report Boar

April 2, 2024 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT UNDER SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the year ended December 31, 2023 Or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 814-00098 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Ex

April 2, 2024 NT 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WACHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 12b-25 NOTIFICATION OF LATE FILING

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WACHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 12b-25 NOTIFICATION OF LATE FILING Commission File Number: 814-00098 (Check One): [ X ] Form 10-K [ ] Form 20-F [ ] Form 11-K [ ] Form 10-Q [ ] Form 10-D [ ] Form N-SAR [ ] Form N-CSR For Period Ended: December 31, 2023 [ ] Transition Report on Form 10-K [ ] Transition Report on Form 20-F [ ] Transition Report on Form 11-

February 22, 2024 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 13, 2024 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Empl

February 22, 2024 EX-99.1

EQUUS SUBSIDIARY MORGAN E&P COMPLETES TWO HORIZONTAL WELLS

EXHIBIT 99.1 EQUUS SUBSIDIARY MORGAN E&P COMPLETES TWO HORIZONTAL WELLS · Completes Sale of Wellbore Working Interest For $5.6 Million · Gross Oil Production Over 1,000 Barrels Per Day HOUSTON, TX, February 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) ("Equus") today announced that Morgan E&P, LLC ("Morgan"), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Equus, has completed its first two wells

February 22, 2024 EX-99.2

EQUUS SUBSIDIARY MORGAN E&P PROVIDES UPDATE ON RESERVES CERTIFIED PROVEN RESERVE PV10 VALUE UP 135%

EXHIBIT 99.2 EQUUS SUBSIDIARY MORGAN E&P PROVIDES UPDATE ON RESERVES CERTIFIED PROVEN RESERVE PV10 VALUE UP 135% HOUSTON, TX, February 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) ("Equus") today announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary Morgan E&P, LLC ("Morgan"), has received from Cawley, Gillespie & Associates, Inc. (“CG&A”) an updated reserve estimate as of January 1, 2024

February 13, 2024 SC 13G/A

EQS / Equus Total Return, Inc. / Radoff Bradley Louis - AMENDMENT NO. 3 TO THE SCHEDULE 13G Passive Investment

SC 13G/A 1 sc13ga309076eqs02142024.htm AMENDMENT NO. 3 TO THE SCHEDULE 13G UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G (Rule 13d-102) INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN STATEMENTS FILED PURSUANT TO RULES 13d-1(b), (c), AND (d) AND AMENDMENTS THERETO FILED PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-2(b) (Amendment No. 3)1 Equus Total Return, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par val

February 12, 2024 SC 13G/A

EQS / Equus Total Return, Inc. / Horberg Howard Todd - AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO SC13G Passive Investment

SC 13G/A 1 sc13g-a.htm AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO SC13G UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1) Equus Total Return, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.001 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 294766100 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2023 (Date of Event which Requires Filing of this State

December 21, 2023 40-17F2

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17f-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES Pursuant to Rule 17f-2 [17 CRF 270.17f-2]

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17f-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES Pursuant to Rule 17f-2 [17 CRF 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: 814-00098 Date examination completed: December 13, 2023 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL GA HI ID IL

November 21, 2023 CORRESP

November 21, 2023

November 21, 2023 VIA EDGAR Mr. Jeff Long Division of Investment Management U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 20549 Telephone: (202) 551-6983 email: [email protected] Re: Equus Total Return, Inc. (“Equus” or the “Fund”) Annual Report on Form 10-K for the Year Ended December 31, 2022 (File No. 814-0098) Dear Mr. Long: As you know, Equus is a closed-end fund th

November 17, 2023 40-17F2

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17f-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES Pursuant to Rule 17f-2 [17 CRF 270.17f-2]

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17f-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES Pursuant to Rule 17f-2 [17 CRF 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: 814-00098 Date examination completed: October 10, 2023 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL GA HI ID IL

November 15, 2023 EX-99.1

EQUUS ANNOUNCES THIRD QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE Morgan E&P, LLC, Wholly-Owned Subsidiary of Equus, Commences Drilling Two Wells

EXHIBIT 99.1 Contact: Patricia Baronowski Pristine Advisers, LLC (631) 756-2486 EQUUS ANNOUNCES THIRD QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE Morgan E&P, LLC, Wholly-Owned Subsidiary of Equus, Commences Drilling Two Wells HOUSTON, TX – November 14, 2023 – Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (“Equus” or the “Company”) reports net assets as of September 30, 2023, of $47.1 million. Net asset value per share increas

November 15, 2023 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 14, 2023 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Empl

November 14, 2023 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2023 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period to Commission File Number 814-00098 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, IN

October 20, 2023 CORRESP

October 19, 2023

October 19, 2023 VIA EDGAR Mr. Jeff Long Division of Investment Management U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 20549 Telephone: (202) 551-6983 email: [email protected] Re: Equus Total Return, Inc. (“Equus” or the “Fund”) Annual Report on Form 10-K for the Year Ended December 31, 2022 (File No. 814-0098) Dear Mr. Long: As you know, Equus is a closed-end fund tha

August 15, 2023 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 15, 2023 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Employ

August 15, 2023 EX-99.1

EQUUS ANNOUNCES SECOND QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE

Contact: Patricia Baronowski Pristine Advisers, LLC (631) 756-2486 EQUUS ANNOUNCES SECOND QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE HOUSTON, TX – August 15, 2023 – Equus Total Return, Inc.

August 15, 2023 40-17F2

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17f-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES Pursuant to Rule 17f-2 [17 CRF 270.17f-2]

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17f-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES Pursuant to Rule 17f-2 [17 CRF 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: 814-00098 Date examination completed: July 19, 2023 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL GA HI ID IL IN

August 14, 2023 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2023 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period to Commission File Number 814-00098 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (E

May 26, 2023 8-K

___________________________________________ UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 25, 2023 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Employer

May 26, 2023 EX-99.1

EQUUS ANNOUNCES RESULTS OF ANNUAL STOCKHOLDER MEETING

EXHIBIT 99.1 Contact: Patricia Baronowski Pristine Advisers, LLC (631) 756-2486 EQUUS ANNOUNCES RESULTS OF ANNUAL STOCKHOLDER MEETING HOUSTON, TX – May 26, 2023 – Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (“Equus” or the “Fund”) announced the results of the Fund’s Annual Meeting of Stockholders which took place on Thursday, May 25, 2023. The purpose of the meeting was to: (i) elect five director nomine

May 25, 2023 8-K

___________________________________________ UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 22, 2023 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Employer

May 25, 2023 EX-10.1

10.1 Purchase and Sale Agreement between Morgan E&P, LLC and Pro Energy I LLC.

EXHIBIT 10.1 PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT Effective as of May 12, 2023 by and between PRO ENERGY I LLC as “Seller,” and MORGAN E&P, LLC, as “Buyer” Table of Contents Table of Contents Page RECITALS 3 AGREEMENT 3 1. Purchase and Sale 3 2. Purchase Price 6 3. Effective Time and Closing 6 4. Apportionment of Revenues, Costs and Expenses 6 5. Representations and Warranties of Seller 6 6. Representation

May 25, 2023 EX-99.1

EQUUS SUBSIDIARY, MORGAN E&P, ACQUIRES 4,747 NET ACRES IN THE BAKKEN ENTERS INTO A PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT WITH PRO ENERGY I

EXHIBIT 99.1 Contact: Patricia Baronowski Pristine Advisers, LLC (631) 756-2486 EQUUS SUBSIDIARY, MORGAN E&P, ACQUIRES 4,747 NET ACRES IN THE BAKKEN ENTERS INTO A PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT WITH PRO ENERGY I HOUSTON, TX - May 22, 2023 – Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (“Equus” or the “Company”) today announced the closing of a Purchase and Sale Agreement (“PSA”) between Morgan E&P, LLC, (“Mo

May 18, 2023 EX-99.1

EQUUS FORMS MORGAN E&P, LLC AS NEW OIL AND GAS SUBSIDIARY

EXHIBIT 99.1 Contact: Patricia Baronowski Pristine Advisers, LLC (631) 756-2486 EQUUS FORMS MORGAN E&P, LLC AS NEW OIL AND GAS SUBSIDIARY HOUSTON, TX- May 16, 2023 - Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (“Equus” or the “Company”) announced the formation of a new wholly-owned subsidiary, Morgan E&P, LLC (“Morgan”). Morgan will focus on the acquisition, development and operation of oil and gas asset

May 18, 2023 8-K

___________________________________________ UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 16, 2023 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Employer

May 12, 2023 8-K

___________________________________________ UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 10, 2023 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Employer

May 12, 2023 EX-99.1

EQUUS ANNOUNCES FIRST QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE

EXHIBIT 99.1 Contact: Patricia Baronowski Pristine Advisers, LLC (631) 756-2486 EQUUS ANNOUNCES FIRST QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE HOUSTON, TX – May 10, 2023 – Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (“Equus” or the “Company”) reports net assets as of March 31, 2023, of $34.1 million. Net asset value per share decreased to $2.52 as of March 31, 2023, from $2.61 as of December 31, 2022. Comparative data is

May 10, 2023 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

10-Q 1 f10qequus03312023.htm FORM 10-Q UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2023 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period to Commission File Numb

April 24, 2023 DEF 14A

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

DEF 14A 1 def14aequus04242024.htm DEFINITIVE INFORMATION STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary proxy statement ☐ Confidential, for use of the Commission only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ☒ Defini

March 29, 2023 8-K

___________________________________________ UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 28, 2023 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Employe

March 29, 2023 EX-99.1

EQUUS ANNOUNCES FOURTH QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE

EXHIBIT 99.1 Contact: Patricia Baronowski Pristine Advisers, LLC (631) 756-2486 EQUUS ANNOUNCES FOURTH QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE HOUSTON, TX – March 28, 2023 – Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (“Equus” or the “Company”) reports net assets as of December 31, 2022, of $35.2 million. Net asset value per share decreased to $2.61 as of December 31, 2022, from $2.68 as of September 30, 2022. Comparati

March 28, 2023 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K

10-K 1 f10kequus12312022.htm FORM 10-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT UNDER SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the year ended December 31, 2022 Or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number

March 28, 2023 EX-99.1

Consolidated Financial Statements of Equus Energy, LLC and Subsidiary

EXHIBIT 99.1 Equus Energy, LLC and Subsidiary Consolidated Financial Statements As of December 31, 2022 and 2021 and for the three years ended December 31, 2022 Table of Contents Equus Energy, LLC and Subsidiary Contents Independent Auditor’s Report 3 Consolidated Financial Statements Consolidated Balance Sheets 5 Consolidated Statements of Operations 6 Consolidated Statements of Changes in Member

February 14, 2023 SC 13G/A

EQS / Equus Total Return, Inc. / Radoff Bradley Louis - AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO THE SCHEDULE 13G Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G (Rule 13d-102) INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN STATEMENTS FILED PURSUANT TO RULES 13d-1(b), (c), AND (d) AND AMENDMENTS THERETO FILED PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-2(b) (Amendment No. 2)1 Equus Total Return, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.001 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 294766100 (CUSIP Number)

January 18, 2023 40-17F2

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17f-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES Pursuant to Rule 17f-2 [17 CRF 270.17f-2]

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17f-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES Pursuant to Rule 17f-2 [17 CRF 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: 814-00098 Date examination completed: December 7, 2022 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL GA HI ID IL

November 15, 2022 40-17F2

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17f-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES Pursuant to Rule 17f-2 [17 CRF 270.17f-2]

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17f-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES Pursuant to Rule 17f-2 [17 CRF 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: 814-00098 Date examination completed: September 20, 2022 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL GA HI ID I

November 14, 2022 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 14, 2022 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Empl

November 14, 2022 EX-99.1

EQUUS ANNOUNCES THIRD QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE

EXHIBIT 99.1 Contact: Patricia Baronowski Pristine Advisers, LLC (631) 756-2486 EQUUS ANNOUNCES THIRD QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE HOUSTON, TX ? November 14, 2022 ? Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (?Equus? or the ?Company?) reports net assets as of September 30, 2022, of $36.2 million. Net asset value per share decreased to $2.68 as of September 30, 2022, from $2.75 as of June 30, 2022. Comparativ

November 10, 2022 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2022 or ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period to Commission File Number 814-00098 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, IN

November 4, 2022 EX-99.1

EQUUS SHAREHOLDERS GRANT AUTHORIZATION TO WITHDRAW BDC ELECTION Authorization Supports Company’s Intent to Effect a Transformative Transaction

EXHIBIT 99.1 EQUUS SHAREHOLDERS GRANT AUTHORIZATION TO WITHDRAW BDC ELECTION Authorization Supports Company?s Intent to Effect a Transformative Transaction HOUSTON, TX ? November 3, 2022 ? Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (?Equus? or the ?Company?) today announced that shareholders, collectively holding 7,166,015 shares (53.01% of the Company?s issued and outstanding common stock), have author

November 4, 2022 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events, Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 1, 2022 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Emplo

November 3, 2022 DEF 14C

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 SCHEDULE 14C INFORMATION REQUIRED IN INFORMATION STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14C INFORMATION Information Statement Pursuant to Section 14(c) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

DEF 14C 1 def14cequus11022022.htm DEFINITIVE INFORMATION STATEMENT UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 SCHEDULE 14C INFORMATION REQUIRED IN INFORMATION STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14C INFORMATION Information Statement Pursuant to Section 14(c) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Check the appropriate box: □ Preliminary information statement □ Confidential, for use of th

October 7, 2022 SC 13G

EQS / Equus Total Return, Inc. / Horberg Howard Todd Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Equus Total Return, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.001 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 294766100 (CUSIP Number) September 29, 2022 (Date of Event which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the

August 15, 2022 40-17F2

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17f-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES Pursuant to Rule 17f-2 [17 CRF 270.17f-2]

40-17F2 1 n17f2equus07122022.htm SECURITY COUNT U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17f-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES Pursuant to Rule 17f-2 [17 CRF 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: 814-00098 Date examination completed: July 12, 2022 2. State Identification Numbe

August 15, 2022 EX-99.1

EQUUS ANNOUNCES SECOND QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE

EXHIBIT 99.1 Contact: Patricia Baronowski Pristine Advisers, LLC (631) 756-2486 EQUUS ANNOUNCES SECOND QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE HOUSTON, TX ? August 15, 2022 ? Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (?Equus? or the ?Company?) reports net assets as of June 30, 2022, of $37.2 million, a decrease of approximately $0.2 million since March 31, 2022. Net asset value per share decreased to $2.75 as of June

August 15, 2022 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 15, 2022 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Employ

August 12, 2022 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2022 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period to Commission File Number 814-00098 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (E

July 11, 2022 SC 13D/A

EQS / Equus Total Return, Inc. / Lazar David E. - AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE SCHEDULE 13D Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D (Rule 13d-101) INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN STATEMENTS FILED PURSUANT TO ? 240.13d-1(a) AND AMENDMENTS THERETO FILED PURSUANT TO ? 240.13d-2(a) (Amendment No. 1)1 Equus Total Return, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.001 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 294766100 (CUSIP Number) DAVID E. LAZ

June 13, 2022 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events, Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 9, 2022 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Employer

June 13, 2022 EX-99.1

EQUUS ANNOUNCES RESULTS OF ANNUAL SHAREHOLDER MEETING

EXHIBIT 99.1 Contact: Patricia Baronowski Pristine Advisers, LLC (631) 756-2486 EQUUS ANNOUNCES RESULTS OF ANNUAL SHAREHOLDER MEETING HOUSTON, TX ? June 13, 2022 ? Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (?Equus? or the ?Company?) announces the results of the Company?s Annual Meeting of Stockholders which took place on Thursday, June 9, 2022. The purpose of the meeting was to consider and approve the

May 12, 2022 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

10-Q 1 f10qequus03312022.htm FORM 10-Q UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2022 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period to Commission File Numb

May 12, 2022 EX-99.1

EQUUS ANNOUNCES FIRST QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE

Contact: Patricia Baronowski Pristine Advisers, LLC (631) 756-2486 EQUUS ANNOUNCES FIRST QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE HOUSTON, TX ? May 12, 2022 ? Equus Total Return, Inc.

May 12, 2022 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

8-K 1 f8kequus05122022.htm FORM 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 12, 2022 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdic

April 29, 2022 DEF 14A

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

DEF 14A 1 def14aequus04192022.htm FORM DEF 14C SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary proxy statement ☐ Confidential, for use of the Commission only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ☒ Definitive proxy statement

April 4, 2022 EX-99.1

EQUUS ANNOUNCES FOURTH QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE

EXHIBIT 99.1 Contact: Patricia Baronowski Pristine Advisers, LLC (631) 756-2486 EQUUS ANNOUNCES FOURTH QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE HOUSTON, TX ? March 30, 2022 ? Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (?Equus? or the ?Company?) reports net assets as of December 31, 2021, of $36.4 million, an increase of approximately $0.2 million since September 30, 2021. Net asset value per share increased to $2.69 as

April 4, 2022 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 30, 2022 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Employe

March 30, 2022 EX-99.1

Consolidated Financial Statements of Equus Energy, LLC and Subsidiary as of December 31, 2021 and 2020 and for the years ended December 31, 2021, 2020 and 2019

EXHIBIT 99.1 Equus Energy, LLC and Subsidiary Consolidated Financial Statements As of December 31, 2021 and 2020 and for the three years ended December 31, 2021 1 Equus Energy, LLC and Subsidiary Contents Independent Auditor?s Report 3 Consolidated Financial Statements Consolidated Balance Sheets 5 Consolidated Statements of Operations 6 Consolidated Statements of Changes in Member?s (Deficit) Equ

March 30, 2022 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ? ANNUAL REPORT UNDER SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the year ended December 31, 2021 Or ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 814-00098 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Ex

February 14, 2022 SC 13G/A

EQS / Equus Total Return, Inc. / Radoff Bradley Louis - AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE SCHEDULE 13G Passive Investment

SC 13G/A 1 sc13ga109076eqs02142022.htm AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE SCHEDULE 13G UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G (Rule 13d-102) INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN STATEMENTS FILED PURSUANT TO RULES 13d-1(b), (c), AND (d) AND AMENDMENTS THERETO FILED PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-2(b) (Amendment No. 1)1 Equus Total Return, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par val

January 18, 2022 40-17F2

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17f-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES Pursuant to Rule 17f-2 [17 CRF 270.17f-2]

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17f-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES Pursuant to Rule 17f-2 [17 CRF 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: 814-00098 Date examination completed: December 17, 2021 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL GA HI ID IL

December 1, 2021 40-17F2

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17f-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES Pursuant to Rule 17f-2 [17 CRF 270.17f-2]

40-17F2 1 n17f2equus11302021.htm FORM N-17F-2 U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17f-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES Pursuant to Rule 17f-2 [17 CRF 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: 814-00098 Date examination completed: November 4, 2021 2. State Identification Numb

November 17, 2021 40-17F2

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17f-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES Pursuant to Rule 17f-2 [17 CRF 270.17f-2]

40-17F2 1 n17f2equus11152021.htm FORM N-14F-2 U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17f-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES Pursuant to Rule 17f-2 [17 CRF 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: 814-00098 Date examination completed: September 28, 2021 2. State Identification Nu

November 16, 2021 EX-99.1

EQUUS ANNOUNCES THIRD QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE

EXHIBIT 99.1 Contact: Patricia Baronowski Pristine Advisers, LLC (631) 756-2486 EQUUS ANNOUNCES THIRD QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE HOUSTON, TX – November 15, 2021 – Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (“Equus” or the “Company”) reports net assets as of September 30, 2021, of $36.2 million, an increase of approximately $1.5 million since June 30, 2021. Net asset value per share increased to $2.68 as of

November 16, 2021 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

8-K 1 f8kequus11152021.htm FORM 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 15, 2021 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jur

November 15, 2021 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2021 or ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period to Commission File Number 814-00098 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, IN

October 18, 2021 SC 13D/A

EQS / Equus Total Return, Inc. / des Pallieres Bertrand - SCHEDULE 13D/A Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D/A INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN STATEMENTS FILED PURSUANT TO ? 240.13d-1(a) AND AMENDMENTS THERETO FILED PURSUANT TO ? 240.13d-2(a) Equus Total Return, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 294766100 (CUSIP Number) Kenneth I. Denos 700 Louisiana St. 48th Floor Houston, TX 77002 Telephon

October 4, 2021 SC 13D

EQS / Equus Total Return, Inc. / TOKARZ MICHAEL T - SC 13D Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Equus Total Return, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.001 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 294766100 (CUSIP Number) Michael Tokarz 287 Bowman Avenue Suite 331 Purchase, NY 10577 (914) 701-0310 (Name, Address and Telephone Number of P

August 20, 2021 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events, Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 17, 2021 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Employ

August 20, 2021 EX-99.1

EQUUS SHAREHOLDERS GRANT AUTHORIZATION TO WITHDRAW BDC ELECTION Authorization Supports Company’s Intent to Effect a Transformative Transaction

EXHIBIT 99.1 EQUUS SHAREHOLDERS GRANT AUTHORIZATION TO WITHDRAW BDC ELECTION Authorization Supports Company?s Intent to Effect a Transformative Transaction HOUSTON, TX ? August 20, 2021 ? Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (?Equus? or the ?Company?) today announced that shareholders, collectively holding 7,511,448 shares (55.64% of the Company?s issued and outstanding common stock), have authori

August 18, 2021 DEF 14C

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 SCHEDULE 14C INFORMATION REQUIRED IN INFORMATION STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14C INFORMATION Information Statement Pursuant to Section 14(c) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

DEF 14C 1 def14cequus8162021.htm FORM DEF 14C UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 SCHEDULE 14C INFORMATION REQUIRED IN INFORMATION STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14C INFORMATION Information Statement Pursuant to Section 14(c) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Check the appropriate box: □ Preliminary information statement □ Confidential, for use of the Commission only (as

August 17, 2021 EX-99.1

EQUUS ANNOUNCES SECOND QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE

EXHIBIT 99.1 Contact: Patricia Baronowski Pristine Advisers, LLC (631) 756-2486 EQUUS ANNOUNCES SECOND QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE HOUSTON, TX ? August 16, 2021 ? Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (?Equus? or the ?Company?) reports net assets as of June 30, 2021, of $34.7 million, an increase of approximately $0.6 million since March 31, 2021. Net asset value per share increased to $2.57 as of June

August 17, 2021 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 16, 2021 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Employ

August 13, 2021 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2021 or ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period to Commission File Number 814-00098 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (E

July 20, 2021 EX-99.1

Press Release, dated July 20, 2021.

EX-99.1 2 equustotalreturnex99-1.htm PRESS RELEASE Exhibit 99.1 Custodian Ventures Announces 5.1% Ownership Interest in Equus Total Return, Inc. NEW YORK, July 20, 2021, Custodian Ventures LLC (together with its affiliates, “Custodian Ventures” or “we”), today filed a Schedule 13D announcing its acquisition of approximately 5.1% of the common stock outstanding of Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQ

July 20, 2021 EX-99.2

Joint Filing Agreement, dated July 20, 2021.

EX-99.2 3 equustotalreturnex99-2.htm JOINT FILING AGREEMENT Exhibit 99.2 JOINT FILING AGREEMENT In accordance with Rule 13d-1(k)(1)(iii) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the persons named below agree to the joint filing on behalf of each of them of a Statement on Schedule 13D (including additional amendments thereto) with respect to the shares of Common Stock, par value $0.00

July 20, 2021 SC 13D

EQS / Equus Total Return, Inc. / Custodian Ventures LLC. - THE SCHEDULE 13D Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D (Rule 13d-101) INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN STATEMENTS FILED PURSUANT TO ? 240.13d-1(a) AND AMENDMENTS THERETO FILED PURSUANT TO ? 240.13d-2(a) (Amendment No. )1 Equus Total Return, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.001 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 294766100 (CUSIP Number) DAVID ELLIOT

July 16, 2021 SC 13G

EQS / Equus Total Return, Inc. / TOKARZ MICHAEL T - SC 13G Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )* Equus Total Return, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.001 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 294766100 (CUSIP Number) July 8, 2021 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule

June 1, 2021 EX-99.1

EQUUS ANNOUNCES RESULTS OF ANNUAL SHAREHOLDER MEETING

EXHIBIT 99.1 Contact: Patricia Baronowski Pristine Advisers, LLC (631) 756-2486 EQUUS ANNOUNCES RESULTS OF ANNUAL SHAREHOLDER MEETING HOUSTON, TX ? May 28, 2021 ? Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (?Equus? or the ?Company?) announces the results of the Company?s Annual Meeting of Stockholders which took place on Thursday, May 27, 2021. The purpose of the meeting was to consider and approve the

June 1, 2021 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events, Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

8-K 1 f8kequus05272021.htm FORM 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 27, 2021 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdic

May 14, 2021 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 14, 2021 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Employer

May 14, 2021 EX-99.1

EQUUS ANNOUNCES FIRST QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE

EX-99.1 2 ex991pressrelease05142021.htm PRESS RELEASE EXHIBIT 99.1 Contact: Patricia Baronowski Pristine Advisers, LLC (631) 756-2486 EQUUS ANNOUNCES FIRST QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE HOUSTON, TX – May 14, 2021 – Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (“Equus” or the “Company”) reports net assets as of March 31, 2021, of $34.1 million, an increase of approximately $0.3 million since December 31, 2020. N

May 13, 2021 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

10-Q 1 f10qequus03312021.htm FORM 10-Q UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2021 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period to Commission File Numb

May 7, 2021 DEF 14A

- DEFINITIVE PROXY STATEMENT

[EXPLANATORY NOTE: This Definitive Proxy Statement on Schedule 14A of Equus Total Return, Inc.

April 30, 2021 PRE 14A

- PROXY STATEMENT

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

April 1, 2021 EX-99.1

EQUUS REPORTS FOURTH QUARTER RESULTS Dispositions Key to Success of Acquisition Strategy

EX-99.1 2 ex991pressrelease03312021.htm PRESS RELEASE EXHIBIT 99.1 Contact: Patricia Baronowski Pristine Advisers, LLC (631) 756-2486 EQUUS REPORTS FOURTH QUARTER RESULTS Dispositions Key to Success of Acquisition Strategy HOUSTON, TX – March 31, 2021 – Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (the “Fund” or “Equus”) reports net assets as of December 31, 2020, of $33.8 million, a decrease of approxima

April 1, 2021 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

8-K 1 f8kequus03312021.htm FORM 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 31, 2021 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisd

March 31, 2021 10-K

Annual Report - FORM 10-K

10-K 1 f10kequus12312020.htm FORM 10-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT UNDER SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the year ended December 31, 2020 Or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number

March 31, 2021 EX-99.1

Consolidated Financial Statements of Equus Energy, LLC and Subsidiary as of December 31, 2020 and 2019 and for the years ended December 31, 2020, 2019 and 2018

EXHIBIT 99.1 Equus Energy, LLC and Subsidiary Consolidated Financial Statements As of December 31, 2020 and 2019 and for the three years ended December 31, 2020 Table of Contents Equus Energy, LLC and Subsidiary Contents Independent Auditor?s Report 3 Consolidated Financial Statements Consolidated Balance Sheets 5 Consolidated Statements of Operations 6 Consolidated Statements of Changes in Member

March 11, 2021 40-17F2

- FORM N-17F-2

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17f-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES Pursuant to Rule 17f-2 [17 CRF 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: 814-00098 Date examination completed: December 22, 2020 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL GA HI ID IL

January 29, 2021 SC 13G

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G (Rule 13d-102) INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN STATEMENTS FILED PURSUANT TO RULES 13d-1(b), (c), AND (d) AND AMENDMENTS THERETO FILED PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-2(b) (Amendm

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G (Rule 13d-102) INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN STATEMENTS FILED PURSUANT TO RULES 13d-1(b), (c), AND (d) AND AMENDMENTS THERETO FILED PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-2(b) (Amendment No. )1 Equus Total Return, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.001 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 294766100 (CUSIP Number)

January 21, 2021 EX-3.1

Restated Certificate of Incorporation of the Fund. [Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3(a) to Registrant’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed on January 21, 2021]

EXHIBIT 3.1 THIRD RESTATED CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION OF EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. Equus Total Return, Inc., a Delaware corporation, does hereby certify that: 1. The name under which the Corporation was originally incorporated is Equus II Incorporated. The original Certificate of Incorporation of the Corporation was filed with the Secretary of State of Delaware on August 16, 1991, and the first a

January 21, 2021 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events, Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

8-K 1 f8kequus01202021.htm FORM 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 20, 2021 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Juri

January 21, 2021 EX-99.1

EQUUS SHAREHOLDERS GRANT AUTHORIZATION TO WITHDRAW BDC ELECTION AND INCREASE AUTHORIZED SHARES Authorization Prepares Company for Potential Transformative Transaction

EXHIBIT 99.1 EQUUS SHAREHOLDERS GRANT AUTHORIZATION TO WITHDRAW BDC ELECTION AND INCREASE AUTHORIZED SHARES Authorization Prepares Company for Potential Transformative Transaction HOUSTON, TX – January 20, 2021 – Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (“Equus” or the “Company”) today announced that the majority of its shareholders have authorized the Company’s Board of Directors (hereinafter, the “B

January 20, 2021 DEF 14C

- FORM DEF 14C

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 SCHEDULE 14C INFORMATION REQUIRED IN INFORMATION STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14C INFORMATION Information Statement Pursuant to Section 14(c) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Check the appropriate box: □ Preliminary information statement □ Confidential, for use of the Commission only (as permitted by Rule 14c-5(d)(2)) x Definitive information statement EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC.

January 20, 2021 EX-1

THIRD RESTATED CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC.

EXHIBIT 1 THIRD RESTATED CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION OF EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. Equus Total Return, Inc., a Delaware corporation, does hereby certify that: 1. The name under which the Corporation was originally incorporated is Equus II Incorporated. The original Certificate of Incorporation of the Corporation was filed with the Secretary of State of Delaware on August 16, 1991, and the first and

January 4, 2021 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

8-K 1 f8kequus1012021.htm FORM 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 4, 2021 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisd

January 4, 2021 EX-99.1

EQUUS RECEIVES INITIAL PAYMENT FROM SALE OF ITS INTEREST IN PALLETONE, INC.

EXHIBIT 99.1 EQUUS RECEIVES INITIAL PAYMENT FROM SALE OF ITS INTEREST IN PALLETONE, INC. HOUSTON, TX – January 4, 2021 – Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (“Equus”) announced that it has received an initial payment of $18.2 million in connection with the sale of its shareholding in PalletOne, Inc. The remaining amount, expected to be received in the second quarter of 2021, is based upon potenti

December 29, 2020 EX-99.1

EQUUS ANNOUNCES COMPLETION OF SALE OF ITS INTEREST IN PALLETONE, INC. PalletOne Acquired by UFP Industries

EX-99.1 2 ex991pressrelease12282020.htm PRESS RELEASE EXHIBIT 99.1 EQUUS ANNOUNCES COMPLETION OF SALE OF ITS INTEREST IN PALLETONE, INC. PalletOne Acquired by UFP Industries HOUSTON, TX – December 28, 2020 – Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (“Equus”) today announced that UFP Industries, Inc. has closed on its agreement to purchase of 100% of the equity of PalletOne, Inc. for approximately $232

December 29, 2020 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events - FORM 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): December 28, 2020 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Empl

December 11, 2020 EX-99.1

EQUUS ANNOUNCES PENDING SALE OF ITS INTEREST IN PALLETONE, INC. PalletOne Scheduled to be Acquired by UFP Industries Before Year-End

EQUUS ANNOUNCES PENDING SALE OF ITS INTEREST IN PALLETONE, INC. PalletOne Scheduled to be Acquired by UFP Industries Before Year-End HOUSTON, TX – December 10, 2020 – Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (“Equus” or the “Company”) today announced that the Board of Directors of UFP Industries, Inc. (Nasdaq: UFPI) has approved the purchase of 100% of the equity of PalletOne, Inc. for approximately $

December 11, 2020 40-17F2

- FORM N-14F-2

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17f-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES Pursuant to Rule 17f-2 [17 CRF 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: 814-00098 Date examination completed: October 28, 2020 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL GA HI ID IL

December 11, 2020 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events - FORM 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): December 10, 2020 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Empl

November 30, 2020 CORRESP

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EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. November 30, 2020 VIA EDGAR Mr. Jeff Long Division of Investment Management U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 20549 Telephone: (202) 551-6983 email: [email protected] Re: Equus Total Return, Inc. (“Equus” or the “Fund”) Annual Report on Form 10-K for the Year Ended December 31, 2019 (File No. 814-0098) Dear Mr. Long: As you know, Equu

November 25, 2020 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 25, 2020 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Empl

November 18, 2020 EX-99.1

EQUUS ANNOUNCES THIRD QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE

EX-99.1 2 ex991pressrelease11172020.htm PRESS RELEASE EXHIBIT 99.1 Contact: Patricia Baronowski Pristine Advisers, LLC (631) 756-2486 EQUUS ANNOUNCES THIRD QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE HOUSTON, TX – November 17, 2020 – Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (the “Fund” or “Equus”) reports net assets as of September 30, 2020, of $37.4 million, a decrease of approximately $4.1 million since June 30, 2020.

November 18, 2020 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events - FORM 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 17, 2020 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Empl

November 16, 2020 10-Q

Quarterly Report - FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2020 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period to Commission File Number 814-00098 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, IN

October 28, 2020 40-17F2

- FORM N-17F-2

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17f-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES Pursuant to Rule 17f-2 [17 CRF 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: 814-00098 Date examination completed: August 28, 2020 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL GA HI ID IL I

October 23, 2020 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers -

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 23, 2020 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Emplo

August 14, 2020 EX-99.1

EQUUS ANNOUNCES SECOND QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE

EXHIBIT 99.1 Contact: Patricia Baronowski Pristine Advisers, LLC (631) 756-2486 EQUUS ANNOUNCES SECOND QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE HOUSTON, TX – August 13, 2020 – Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (the “Fund” or “Equus”) reports net assets as of June 30, 2020, of $41.5 million, an increase of approximately $2.6 million since March 31, 2020. Net asset value per share increased to $3.07 as of June 30

August 14, 2020 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 13, 2020 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Employ

August 13, 2020 10-Q

Quarterly Report - FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2020 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period to Commission File Number 814-00098 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (E

July 20, 2020 SC 13D/A

EQS / Equus Total Return, Inc. / MVC CAPITAL, INC. - SC 13D/A Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 8) EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.001 (Title of Class of Securities) 29476610 (CUSIP Number) Michael T. Tokarz, Chairman MVC Capital, Inc. 287 Bowman Avenue, 2nd Floor Purchase, New York 10577 914-701-0310 With a Copy to

July 20, 2020 SC 13D

EQS / Equus Total Return, Inc. / Hardy John A. - SC 13D Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN STATEMENTS FILED PURSUANT TO § 240.13d-1(a) AND AMENDMENTS THERETO FILED PURSUANT TO § 240.13d-2(a) Equus Total Return, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 294766100 (CUSIP Number) Kenneth I. Denos 700 Louisiana St. 48th Floor Houston, TX 77002 Telephone:

July 20, 2020 EX-99.1

LOAN AGREEMENT

LOAN AGREEMENT This Loan Agreement (this “Agreement”) is made and entered into as of the 14th day of July, 2020 (the “Effective Date”), by and between PG Holdings LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (“Lender”), and Benton Capital Inc.

July 20, 2020 EX-99.1

SECURITIES PURCHASE AGREEMENT

EX-99.1 2 brhc10013574ex99-1.htm EXHIBIT 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 SECURITIES PURCHASE AGREEMENT This Securities Purchase Agreement (this “Agreement”) is entered into as of the 16th day of July, 2020, by and between Benton Capital Inc., a British Columbia corporation (“Buyer”), and MVC Capital, Inc., a Delaware corporation (“Seller”). Buyer and Seller are referred to herein individually as a “Party” and c

July 20, 2020 EX-99.1

SECURITIES PURCHASE AGREEMENT

SECURITIES PURCHASE AGREEMENT This Securities Purchase Agreement (this “Agreement”) is entered into as of the 16th day of July, 2020, by and between Benton Capital Inc.

May 13, 2020 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 12, 2020 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Employer

May 13, 2020 EX-99.1

EQUUS ANNOUNCES FIRST QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE

EXHIBIT 99.1 Contact: Patricia Baronowski Pristine Advisers, LLC (631) 756-2486 EQUUS ANNOUNCES FIRST QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE HOUSTON, TX – May 12, 2020 – Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (the “Fund” or “Equus”) reports net assets as of March 31, 2020, of $38.9 million, a decrease of approximately $7.1 million since December 31, 2019. Net asset value per share decreased to $2.88 as of March 31

May 12, 2020 10-Q

Quarterly Report - FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2020 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period to Commission File Number 814-00098 EQUUS TOTAL RET

May 8, 2020 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events, Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 7, 2020 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Employer O

May 8, 2020 EX-99.1

EQUUS ANNOUNCES RESULTS OF ANNUAL SHAREHOLDER MEETING

EX-99.1 2 ex991pressrelease05072020.htm PRESS RELEASE EXHIBIT 99.1 Contact: Patricia Baronowski Pristine Advisers, LLC (631) 756-2486 EQUUS ANNOUNCES RESULTS OF ANNUAL SHAREHOLDER MEETING HOUSTON, TX – May 8, 2020 – Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (“Equus” or the “Company”) announced the results of the Company’s Annual Meeting of Stockholders which took place on Thursday, May 7, 2020. The pur

April 3, 2020 DEF 14A

EQS / Equus Total Return, Inc. DEF 14A - - DEF 14A

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

April 2, 2020 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 31, 2020 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Employe

April 2, 2020 EX-99.1

EQUUS ANNOUNCES FOURTH QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE

EXHIBIT 99.1 Contact: Patricia Baronowski Pristine Advisers, LLC (631) 756-2486 EQUUS ANNOUNCES FOURTH QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE HOUSTON, TX – March 31, 2020 – Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (the “Fund” or “Equus”) reports net assets as of December 31, 2019, of $46.0 million, a decrease of approximately $3.0 million since September 30, 2019. Net asset value per share decreased to $3.40 as of D

March 30, 2020 EX-99.1

Equus Energy, LLC and Subsidiary Consolidated Financial Statements As of December 31, 2019 and 2018 and for the three years ended December 31, 2019

Exhibit 99.1 Equus Energy, LLC and Subsidiary Consolidated Financial Statements As of December 31, 2019 and 2018 and for the three years ended December 31, 2019 Table of Contents Equus Energy, LLC and Subsidiary Contents Independent Auditor’s Report 3 Consolidated Financial Statements Consolidated Balance Sheets 4 Consolidated Statements of Operations 5 Consolidated Statements of Changes in Member

March 30, 2020 10-K

EXHIBIT 31.1

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT UNDER SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the year ended December 31, 2019 Or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 814-00098 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Ex

January 31, 2020 40-17F2

EQS / Equus Total Return, Inc. 40-17F2 - - FORM N-17F-2

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17f-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES Pursuant to Rule 17f-2 [17 CRF 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: 814-00098 Date examination completed: December 18, 2019 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL GA HI ID IL

November 20, 2019 EX-99.1

EQUUS SHAREHOLDERS GRANT AUTHORIZATION TO WITHDRAW BDC ELECTION AND INCREASE BORROWING CAPACITY Authorization Supports Company’s Growth Strategies

EXHIBIT 99.1 EQUUS SHAREHOLDERS GRANT AUTHORIZATION TO WITHDRAW BDC ELECTION AND INCREASE BORROWING CAPACITY Authorization Supports Company’s Growth Strategies HOUSTON, TX – November 19, 2019 – Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (“Equus” or the “Company”) today announced that its shareholders have authorized the Company’s Board of Directors (hereinafter, the “Board”) to: (i) cause the Company’s

November 20, 2019 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events, Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 14, 2019 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Empl

November 18, 2019 DEF 14C

EQS / Equus Total Return, Inc. DEF 14C - - FORM DEF 14C

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 SCHEDULE 14C INFORMATION REQUIRED IN INFORMATION STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14C INFORMATION Information Statement Pursuant to Section 14(c) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Check the appropriate box: □ Preliminary information statement □ Confidential, for use of the Commission only (as permitted by Rule 14c-5(d)(2)) x Definitive information statement EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC.

November 14, 2019 40-17F2

EQS / Equus Total Return, Inc. 40-17F2 - - FORM N-17F-2

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17f-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES Pursuant to Rule 17f-2 [17 CRF 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: 814-00098 Date examination completed: October 23, 2019 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL GA HI ID IL

November 14, 2019 EX-99.1

EQUUS ANNOUNCES THIRD QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE

EXHIBIT 99.1 Contact: Patricia Baronowski Pristine Advisers, LLC (631) 756-2486 EQUUS ANNOUNCES THIRD QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE HOUSTON, TX – November 14, 2019 – Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (the “Fund” or “Equus”) reports net assets as of September 30, 2019, of $49.0 million, an increase of approximately $1.1 million since June 30, 2019. Net asset value per share increased to $3.63 as of Se

November 14, 2019 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

8-K 1 f8kequus11142019.htm FORM 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 13, 2019 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jur

November 13, 2019 10-Q

EXHIBIT 31.1

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2019 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period to Commission File Number 814-00098 EQUUS TOTAL

August 14, 2019 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 14, 2019 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Employ

August 14, 2019 EX-99.1

EQUUS ANNOUNCES SECOND QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE

EXHIBIT 99.1 Contact: Patricia Baronowski Pristine Advisers, LLC (631) 756-2486 EQUUS ANNOUNCES SECOND QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE HOUSTON, TX – August 14, 2019 – Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (the “Fund” or “Equus”) reports net assets as of June 30, 2019, of $47.9 million, an increase of approximately $1.3 million since March 31, 2019. Net asset value per share increased to $3.55 as of June 30

August 14, 2019 40-17F2

EQS / Equus Total Return, Inc. 40-17F2 - - FORM 40-17F-2

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17f-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES Pursuant to Rule 17f-2 [17 CRF 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: 814-00098 Date examination completed: June 18, 2019 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL GA HI ID IL IN

August 14, 2019 10-Q

EQS / Equus Total Return, Inc. 10-Q - Quarterly Report - FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2019 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period to Commission File Number 814-00098 EQUUS TOTAL RETU

August 13, 2019 EX-99.1

STOCK PURCHASE AGREEMENT

EX-99.1 2 ex991.htm EXHIBIT 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 STOCK PURCHASE AGREEMENT This Stock Purchase Agreement (this “Agreement”) is entered into as of August , 2019 by and between MVC Capital, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the “Seller”), and [], a [] [] (the “Buyer”). RECITALS A. The Seller intends to sell to the Buyer in the aggregate 608,310 shares (the “Shares”) of common stock, $0.001 par value per sha

August 13, 2019 SC 13D/A

EQS / Equus Total Return, Inc. / MVC CAPITAL, INC. - SC 13D/A Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 7) EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.001 (Title of Class of Securities) 29476610 (CUSIP Number) Michael T. Tokarz, Chairman MVC Capital, Inc. 287 Bowman Avenue, 2nd Floor Purchase, New York 10577 914-701-0310 With a Copy to

July 31, 2019 EX-99.1

STOCK PURCHASE AGREEMENT

Exhibit 99.1 STOCK PURCHASE AGREEMENT This Stock Purchase Agreement (this “Agreement”) is entered into as of July , 2019 by and between MVC Capital, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the “Seller”), and [], a [] [] (the “Buyer”). RECITALS A. The Seller intends to sell to the Buyer in the aggregate 608,310 shares (the “Shares”) of common stock, $0.001 par value per share (the “Common Stock”), of Equus T

July 31, 2019 SC 13D/A

EQS / Equus Total Return, Inc. / MVC CAPITAL, INC. - SC 13D/A Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 6) EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.001 (Title of Class of Securities) 29476610 (CUSIP Number) Michael T. Tokarz, Chairman MVC Capital, Inc. 287 Bowman Avenue, 2nd Floor Purchase, New York 10577 914-701-0310 With a Copy to

May 22, 2019 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events, Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 17, 2019 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Employer

May 22, 2019 EX-99.1

EQUUS ANNOUNCES RESULTS OF ANNUAL SHAREHOLDER MEETING

Exhibit 99.1 Contact: Patricia Baronowski Pristine Advisers, LLC (631) 756-2486 EQUUS ANNOUNCES RESULTS OF ANNUAL SHAREHOLDER MEETING HOUSTON, TX – May 22, 2019 – Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (“Equus” or the “Company”) announced the results of the Company’s Annual Meeting of Stockholders which took place on Friday, May 17, 2019. The purpose of the meeting was to consider and approve the fo

May 14, 2019 EX-99.1 CHARTER

EQUUS ANNOUNCES FIRST QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE

Exhibit 99.1 Contact: Patricia Baronowski Pristine Advisers, LLC (631) 756-2486 EQUUS ANNOUNCES FIRST QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE HOUSTON, TX – May 14, 2019 – Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (the “Fund” or “Equus”) reports net assets as of March 31, 2019, of $46.6 million, an increase of approximately $3.1 million since December 31, 2018. Net asset value per share increased to $3.44 as of March 3

May 14, 2019 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 14, 2019 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Employer

May 14, 2019 10-Q

EXHIBIT 31.1

10-Q 1 f10qequus05082019.htm 10-Q UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2019 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period to Commission Fil

April 8, 2019 DEF 14A

EQS / Equus Total Return, Inc. DEF 14A

DEF 14A 1 def14aequus2019.htm DEF 14A SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary proxy statement ☐ Confidential, for use of the Commission only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ☒ Definitive proxy statement ☐ Defini

April 1, 2019 EX-99.1

EQUUS ANNOUNCES 2018 YEAR-END NET ASSET VALUE

Exhibit 99.1 Contact: Patricia Baronowski Pristine Advisers, LLC (631) 756-2486 EQUUS ANNOUNCES 2018 YEAR-END NET ASSET VALUE HOUSTON, TX – March 29, 2019 – Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (the “Fund” or “Equus”) reports net assets as of December 31, 2018, of $43.5 million, an increase of approximately $0.5 million since December 31, 2017. Net asset value per share increased to $3.22 as of De

April 1, 2019 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 29, 2019 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Employe

March 29, 2019 10-K

EXHIBIT 31.1

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT UNDER SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the year ended December 31, 2018 Or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 814-00098 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Ex

March 29, 2019 EX-99.1

Consolidated Financial Statements of Equus Energy, LLC and Subsidiary as of December 31, 2018 and 2017 and for the years ended December 31, 2018, 2017 and 2016

EX-99.1 2 ex991eqsenergyfinancials.htm EX991EEFINANCIALS Exhibit 99.1 Equus Energy, LLC and Subsidiary Consolidated Financial Statements As of December 31, 2018 and 2017 and for the three years ended December 31, 2018 Table of Contents Independent Auditor’s Report 3 Consolidated Financial Statements Consolidated Balance Sheets 4 Consolidated Statements of Operations 5 Consolidated Statements of Ch

March 1, 2019 40-17F2

EQS / Equus Total Return, Inc. FORM 40-17F2

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17f-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES Pursuant to Rule 17f-2 [17 CRF 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: 814-00098 Date examination completed: December 21, 2018 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL GA HI ID IL

January 25, 2019 EX-99.1

EQUUS SHAREHOLDERS GRANT NEW AUTHORIZATION TO WITHDRAW BDC ELECTION Authorization Supports Company’s Continued Intent to Effect a Transformative Reorganization

EX-99.1 2 ex991pressrelease.htm PRESS RELEASE Exhibit 99.1 EQUUS SHAREHOLDERS GRANT NEW AUTHORIZATION TO WITHDRAW BDC ELECTION Authorization Supports Company’s Continued Intent to Effect a Transformative Reorganization HOUSTON, TX – January 24, 2019 – Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (“Equus” or the “Company”) today announced that its shareholders have granted a new authorization to the Compan

January 25, 2019 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events, Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 21, 2019 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Emplo

January 24, 2019 DEF 14C

EQS / Equus Total Return, Inc. DEF 14C

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 SCHEDULE 14C INFORMATION REQUIRED IN INFORMATION STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14C INFORMATION Information Statement Pursuant to Section 14(c) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary information statement ☐ Confidential, for use of the Commission only (as permitted by Rule 14c-5(d)(2)) ☒ Definitive information statement EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC.

November 19, 2018 EX-99.1

EQUUS ANNOUNCES THIRD QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE

Exhibit 99.1 Contact: Patricia Baronowski Pristine Advisers, LLC (631) 756-2486 EQUUS ANNOUNCES THIRD QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE HOUSTON, TX – November 16, 2018 – Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (the “Fund” or “Equus”) reports net assets as of September 30, 2018, of $46.6 million, an increase of approximately $2.5 million since June 30, 2018. Net asset value per share increased to $3.45 as of Se

November 19, 2018 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 16, 2018 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Empl

November 14, 2018 10-Q

EXHIBIT 31.1

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2018 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period to Commission File Number 814-00098 EQUUS TOTAL

November 7, 2018 40-17F2

EQS / Equus Total Return, Inc. FORM 40-17F-2

40-17F2 1 f4017f2equus102518.htm FORM 40-17F-2 U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17f-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES Pursuant to Rule 17f-2 [17 CRF 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: 814-00098 Date examination completed: October 23, 2018 2. State Identification Num

October 25, 2018 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 23, 2018 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Emplo

October 25, 2018 EX-99.1

EQUUS ENERGY SELLS WORKING INTEREST IN HALEY FIELD

Exhibit 99.1 Contact: Patricia Baronowski Pristine Advisers, LLC (631) 756-2486 EQUUS ENERGY SELLS WORKING INTEREST IN HALEY FIELD HOUSTON, TX – October 23, 2018 – Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (“Equus” or the “Fund”) announced that Equus Energy, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Fund (“Equus Energy”), has sold a portion of its working interest in the Haley Field in Loving County, Texas

August 29, 2018 EX-99.1

EQUUS ENERGY SELLS WORKING INTEREST IN WORSHAM-BAYER FIELD

Exhibit 99.1 Contact: Patricia Baronowski Pristine Advisers, LLC (631) 756-2486 EQUUS ENERGY SELLS WORKING INTEREST IN WORSHAM-BAYER FIELD HOUSTON, TX – August 28, 2018 – Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (“Equus” or the “Fund”) announced that Equus Energy, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Fund (“Equus Energy”), has sold its working interest in the Worsham-Bayer Field in Reeves County, Tex

August 29, 2018 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 28, 2018 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Employ

August 14, 2018 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 13, 2018 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Employ

August 14, 2018 EX-99.1

EQUUS ANNOUNCES SECOND QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE

Exhibit 99.1 Contact: Patricia Baronowski Pristine Advisers, LLC (631) 756-2486 EQUUS ANNOUNCES SECOND QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE HOUSTON, TX – August 13, 2018 – Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (the “Fund” or “Equus”) reports net assets as of June 30, 2018, of $44.1 million, an increase of approximately $0.9 million since March 31, 2018. Net asset value per share increased to $3.26 as of June 30

August 13, 2018 10-Q

EXHIBIT 31.1

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2018 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period to Commission File Number 814-00098 EQUUS TOTAL RETU

August 3, 2018 40-17F2

EQS / Equus Total Return, Inc. FORM 40-17F-2

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17f-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES Pursuant to Rule 17f-2 [17 CRF 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: 814-00098 Date examination completed: June 28, 2018 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL GA HI ID IL IN

June 29, 2018 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events, Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 26, 2018 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Employer

June 29, 2018 EX-99.1

EQUUS ANNOUNCES RESULTS OF ANNUAL SHAREHOLDER MEETING

EX-99.1 2 ex991pressrelease.htm PRESS RELEASE Exhibit 99.1 Contact: Patricia Baronowski Pristine Advisers, LLC (631) 756-2486 EQUUS ANNOUNCES RESULTS OF ANNUAL SHAREHOLDER MEETING HOUSTON, TX – June 29, 2018 – Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (“Equus” or the “Company”) announced the results of the Company’s Annual Meeting of Stockholders which took place on Tuesday, June 26, 2018. The purpose

May 23, 2018 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events, Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

8-K 1 f8kequus052318.htm FORM 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 21, 2018 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdicti

May 23, 2018 EX-99.1

EQUUS SHAREHOLDERS GRANT NEW AUTHORIZATION TO WITHDRAW BDC ELECTION Authorization Supports Company’s Continued Intent to Effect a Transformative Reorganization

Exhibit 99.1 EQUUS SHAREHOLDERS GRANT NEW AUTHORIZATION TO WITHDRAW BDC ELECTION Authorization Supports Company’s Continued Intent to Effect a Transformative Reorganization HOUSTON, TX – May 23, 2018 – Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (“Equus” or the “Company”) today announced that its shareholders have granted a new authorization to the Company’s Board of Directors (hereinafter, the “Board”)

May 21, 2018 DEF 14C

EQS / Equus Total Return, Inc. DEF 14C

DEF 14C 1 def14cequus052118.htm DEF 14C UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 SCHEDULE 14C INFORMATION REQUIRED IN INFORMATION STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14C INFORMATION Information Statement Pursuant to Section 14(c) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Check the appropriate box: □ Preliminary information statement □ Confidential, for use of the Commission only (as permi

May 15, 2018 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 15, 2018 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Employer

May 15, 2018 EX-99.1

EQUUS ANNOUNCES FIRST QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE

Exhibit 99.1 Contact: Patricia Baronowski Pristine Advisers, LLC (631) 756-2486 EQUUS ANNOUNCES FIRST QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE HOUSTON, TX – May 15, 2018 – Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (the “Fund” or “Equus”) reports net assets as of March 31, 2018, of $43.3 million, an increase of approximately $0.3 million since December 31, 2017. Net asset value per share increased to $3.20 as of March 3

May 14, 2018 10-Q

EXHIBIT 31.1

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2018 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period to Commission File Number 814-00098 EQUUS TOTAL RET

April 30, 2018 DEF 14A

EQS / Equus Total Return, Inc. PROXY STATEMENT

DEF 14A 1 def14aequus050118.htm PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary proxy statement ☐ Confidential, for use of the Commission only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ☒ Definitive proxy statemen

April 18, 2018 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 17, 2018 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Employe

April 18, 2018 EX-99.1

EQUUS ANNOUNCES 2017 YEAR-END NET ASSET VALUE

Exhibit 99.1 Contact: Patricia Baronowski Pristine Advisers, LLC (631) 756-2486 EQUUS ANNOUNCES 2017 YEAR-END NET ASSET VALUE HOUSTON, TX – April 17, 2018 – Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (the “Fund” or “Equus”) reports net assets as of December 31, 2017, of $43.0 million, an increase of approximately $1.0 million since September 30, 2017. Net asset value per share increased to $3.18 as of D

April 17, 2018 EX-99.1

Consolidated Financial Statements of Equus Energy, LLC and Subsidiary for the years ended December 31, 2017 and 2016

Exhibit 99.1 Equus Energy, LLC and Subsidiary Consolidated Financial Statements As of December 31, 2017 and 2016 and for the years ended December 31, 2017, 2016 and 2015 Equus Energy, LLC and Subsidiary Contents Independent Auditor’s Report 3 Consolidated Financial Statements Consolidated Balance Sheets 4 Consolidated Statements of Operations 5 Consolidated Statements of Changes in Member’s Capita

April 17, 2018 10-K

EXHIBIT 31.1

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT UNDER SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the year ended December 31, 2017 Or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 814-00098 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Ex

April 2, 2018 NT 10-K

EQS / Equus Total Return, Inc. FORM 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 12b-25 NOTIFICATION OF LATE FILING Commission File Number: 814-00098 (Check One): [X] Form 10-K [ ] Form 20-F [ ] Form 11-K [ ] Form 10-Q [ ] Form 10-D [ ] Form N-SAR [ ] Form N-CSR For Period Ended: December 31, 2017 [ ] Transition Report on Form 10-K [ ] Transition Report on Form 20-F [ ] Transition Report on Form 11-K

February 1, 2018 40-17F2

EQS / Equus Total Return, Inc. CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17f-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES Pursuant to Rule 17f-2 [17 CRF 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: 814-00098 Date examination completed: December 21, 2017 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL GA HI ID IL

November 21, 2017 40-17F2

EQS / Equus Total Return, Inc. FORM 40-17F-2

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17f-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES Pursuant to Rule 17f-2 [17 CRF 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: 814-00098 Date examination completed: October 30, 2017 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL GA HI ID IL

November 15, 2017 EX-99.1

EQUUS ANNOUNCES THIRD QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE

Exhibit 99.1 Contact: Patricia Baronowski Pristine Advisers, LLC (631) 756-2486 EQUUS ANNOUNCES THIRD QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE HOUSTON, TX ? November 14, 2017 ? Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (the ?Fund? or ?Equus?) reports net assets as of September 30, 2017, of $42.0 million, a decrease of approximately $0.1 million since June 30, 2017. Net asset value per share decreased to $3.11 as of Sep

November 15, 2017 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 14, 2017 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Empl

November 14, 2017 10-Q

EXHIBIT 31.1

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2017 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period to Commission File Number 814-00098 EQUUS TOTAL

September 8, 2017 DEF 14C

Equus Total Return DEFINITIVE SCHEDULE 14C

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 SCHEDULE 14C INFORMATION REQUIRED IN INFORMATION STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14C INFORMATION Information Statement Pursuant to Section 14(c) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Check the appropriate box: ? Preliminary information statement ? Confidential, for use of the Commission only (as permitted by Rule 14c-5(d)(2)) ? Definitive information statement EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC.

August 28, 2017 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events, Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 25, 2017 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Employ

August 28, 2017 EX-99.1

EQUUS SHAREHOLDERS GRANT NEW AUTHORIZATION TO WITHDRAW BDC ELECTION Authorization Supports Company’s Continued Intent to Effect a Transformative Reorganization

Exhibit 99.1 EQUUS SHAREHOLDERS GRANT NEW AUTHORIZATION TO WITHDRAW BDC ELECTION Authorization Supports Company?s Continued Intent to Effect a Transformative Reorganization HOUSTON, TX ? August 28, 2017 ? Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (?Equus? or the ?Company?) today announced that its shareholders have granted a new authorization to the Company?s Board of Directors (hereinafter, the ?Board

August 28, 2017 PRE 14C

Equus Total Return 14C

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 SCHEDULE 14C INFORMATION REQUIRED IN INFORMATION STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14C INFORMATION Information Statement Pursuant to Section 14(c) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Check the appropriate box: ☒ Preliminary information statement □ Confidential, for use of the Commission only (as permitted by Rule 14c-5(d)(2)) □ Definitive information statement EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC.

August 15, 2017 EX-99.1

EQUUS ANNOUNCES SECOND QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE

Exhibit 99.1 Contact: Patricia Baronowski Pristine Advisers, LLC (631) 756-2486 EQUUS ANNOUNCES SECOND QUARTER NET ASSET VALUE HOUSTON, TX ? August 15, 2017 ? Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (the ?Fund? or ?Equus?) reports net assets as of June 30, 2017, of $42.1 million, an increase of approximately $0.7 million since March 31, 2017. Net asset value per share increased to $3.12 as of June 30

August 15, 2017 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

8-K 1 f8kequus081517.htm FORM 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 15, 2017 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdi

August 14, 2017 10-Q

EXHIBIT 31.1

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2017 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period to Commission File Number 814-00098 EQUUS TOTAL RETU

August 1, 2017 40-17F2

Equus Total Return FORM 40-17F-2

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17f-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES Pursuant to Rule 17f-2 [17 CRF 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: 814-00098 Date examination completed: June 23, 2017 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL GA HI ID IL IN

July 21, 2017 CORRESP

Equus Total Return ESP

July 21, 2017 VIA EDGAR Mr. Jeff Long Division of Investment Management U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 20549 Telephone: (202) 551-6983 email: [email protected] Re: Equus Total Return, Inc. (?Equus? or the ?Fund?) Annual Report on Form 10-K for the Year Ended December 31, 2016 (File No. 814-0098) Dear Mr. Long: As you know, Equus is a closed-end fund that h

June 30, 2017 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events, Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 28, 2017 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Employer

June 30, 2017 EX-99.1

EQUUS ANNOUNCES RESULTS OF ANNUAL SHAREHOLDER MEETING AND RE-APPOINTMENT OF DIRECTOR

Exhibit 99.1 Contact: Patricia Baronowski Pristine Advisers, LLC (631) 756-2486 EQUUS ANNOUNCES RESULTS OF ANNUAL SHAREHOLDER MEETING AND RE-APPOINTMENT OF DIRECTOR HOUSTON, TX ? June 30, 2017 ? Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (?Equus? or the ?Company?) announced the results of the Company?s Annual Meeting of Stockholders which took place on Wednesday, June 28, 2017. The purpose of the meetin

June 16, 2017 EX-99.1

EQUUS RECEIVES $2.4 MILLION FROM BIOGENIC REAGENTS INVESTMENT Equus Receives Full Value for Senior Secured Note, Plus $407,000 in Interest

Exhibit 99.1 EQUUS RECEIVES $2.4 MILLION FROM BIOGENIC REAGENTS INVESTMENT Equus Receives Full Value for Senior Secured Note, Plus $407,000 in Interest HOUSTON, TX ? June 12, 2017 ? Equus Total Return, Inc. (NYSE: EQS) (?Equus? or the ?Company?) today announced that it has received full payment of its senior secured promissory note (?Note?) issued by Biogenic Reagents, LLC (?Biogenic?), a develope

June 16, 2017 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 12, 2017 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Employer

June 5, 2017 SC 13D/A

EQS / Equus Total Return, Inc. / MVC CAPITAL, INC. - SC 13D/A Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 5) EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.001 (Title of Class of Securities) 29476610 (CUSIP Number) Michael T. Tokarz, Chairman MVC Capital, Inc. 287 Bowman Avenue, 2nd Floor Purchase, New York 10577 914-701-0310 With a Copy to

May 31, 2017 8-K

Termination of a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 30, 2017 EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 814-00098 76-0345915 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission File (IRS Employer

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