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2010
Q1

Q1 2010 Earnings

8-K

May 17, 2010

0001181431-10-027104

8-K 1 rrd275904.htm

PRESS RELEASE

U

U.S. 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, 2010

Equus Total Return, Inc.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware

(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)

814-00098 76-0345915

(Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

Eight Greenway Plaza, Suite 930, Houston, Texas 77046

(Address of principal executive offices, zip code)

Registrant's telephone number, including area code: (713) 529-0900

N/A

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

[ ] Written communication pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

[ ] Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

[ ] Pre-commencement communication pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

[ ] Pre-commencement communication pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition.

On May 14, 2010, Equus Total Return, Inc. (the "Fund") issued a press release announcing its net assets and net asset value for the year ended March 14, 2010. The text of the press release is included as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report and is incorporated herein by reference. The press release is furnished pursuant to Item 2.02 and shall not be deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the "Exchange Act"), or subject to the liabilities of that Section. The information in this Current Report shall not be incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933 or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d) Exhibits.

99.1 Press Release, dated May 14, 2010

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC.

Dated: May 14, 2010

By:

/s/ L'Sheryl D. Hudson

L'Sheryl D. Hudson

Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

2010
Q1

Q1 2010 Earnings

8-K

Apr 1, 2010

0001181431-10-019232

8-K 1 rrd271625.htm

PRESS RELEASE

U

U.S. 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, 2010

Equus Total Return, Inc.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware

(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)

0-19509 76-0345915

(Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

Eight Greenway Plaza, Suite 930, Houston, Texas 77046

(Address of principal executive offices, zip code)

Registrant's telephone number, including area code: (713) 529-0900

N/A

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

[ ] Written communication pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

[ ] Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

[ ] Pre-commencement communication pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

[ ] Pre-commencement communication pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition.

On March 31, 2010, Equus Total Return, Inc. (the "Fund") issued a press release announcing its net assets and net asset value for the year ended December 31, 2009. The text of the press release is included as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report and is incorporated herein by reference. The press release is furnished pursuant to Item 2.02 and shall not be deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the "Exchange Act"), or subject to the liabilities of that Section. The information in this Current Report shall not be incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933 or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d) Exhibits.

99.1 Press Release, dated March 31, 2010.

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC.

Dated: April 1, 2010

By:

/s/ L'Sheryl D. Hudson

L'Sheryl D. Hudson

Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

2009
Q3

Q3 2009 Earnings

8-K

Nov 17, 2009

0001181431-09-052222

8-K 1 rrd257516.htm

PRESS RELEASE

U

U.S. 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, 2009

Equus Total Return, Inc.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware

(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)

0-19509 76-0345915

(Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

Eight Greenway Plaza, Suite 930, Houston, Texas 77046

(Address of principal executive offices, zip code)

Registrant's telephone number, including area code: (713) 529-0900

2727 Allen Parkway, 13th Floor, Houston, Texas 77019

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

[ ] Written communication pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

[ ] Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

[ ] Pre-commencement communication pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

[ ] Pre-commencement communication pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition.

On November 16, 2009, Equus Total Return, Inc. (the "Fund") issued a press release announcing its net assets and net asset value for the quarter ended September 30, 2009. The text of the press release is included as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report and is incorporated herein by reference. The press release is furnished pursuant to Item 2.02 and shall not be deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the "Exchange Act"), or subject to the liabilities of that Section. The information in this Current Report shall not be incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933 or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d) Exhibits.

99.1 Press Release, dated November 16, 2009.

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC.

Dated: November 17, 2009

By:

/s/ L'Sheryl D. Hudson

L'Sheryl D. Hudson

Sr. Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

2009
Q1

Q1 2009 Earnings

8-K

May 14, 2009

0001181431-09-024951

8-K 1 rrd242710.htm

PRESS RELEASE

U

U.S. 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, 2009

Equus Total Return, Inc.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware

(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)

0-19509 76-0345915

(Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

2727 Allen Parkway, 13th Floor, Houston, Texas 77019

(Address of principal executive offices, zip code)

Registrant's telephone number, including area code: (713) 529-0900

N/A

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

[ ] Written communication pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

[ ] Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

[ ] Pre-commencement communication pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

[ ] Pre-commencement communication pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition.

On May 14, 2009, Equus Total Return, Inc. (the "Fund") issued a press release announcing its net assets and net asset value for the quarter ended March 31, 2009. The text of the press release is included as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report and is incorporated herein by reference. The press release is furnished pursuant to Item 2.02 and shall not be deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the "Exchange Act"), or subject to the liabilities of that Section. The information in this Current Report shall not be incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933 or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d) Exhibits.

99.1 Press Release, dated May 14, 2009.

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC.

Dated: May 14, 2009

By:

/s/ L'Sheryl D. Hudson

L'Sheryl D. Hudson

Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

2009
Q1

Q1 2009 Earnings

8-K

Apr 1, 2009

0001181431-09-017978

8-K 1 rrd238738.htm

PRESS RELEASE

U

U.S. 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, 2009

Equus Total Return, Inc.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware

(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)

0-19509 76-0345915

(Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

2727 Allen Parkway, 13th Floor, Houston, Texas 77019

(Address of principal executive offices, zip code)

Registrant's telephone number, including area code: (713) 529-0900

N/A

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

[ ] Written communication pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

[ ] Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

[ ] Pre-commencement communication pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

[ ] Pre-commencement communication pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition.

On March 31, 2009, Equus Total Return, Inc. (the "Fund") issued a press release announcing its net assets and net asset value for the year ended December 31, 2008. The text of the press release is included as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report and is incorporated herein by reference. The press release is furnished pursuant to Item 2.02 and shall not be deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the "Exchange Act"), or subject to the liabilities of that Section. The information in this Current Report shall not be incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933 or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d) Exhibits.

99.1 Press Release, dated March 31, 2009.

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC.

Dated: April 1, 2009

By:

/s/ L'Sheryl D. Hudson

L'Sheryl D. Hudson

Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

2008
Q3

Q3 2008 Earnings

8-K

Nov 14, 2008

0001181431-08-061847

8-K 1 rrd223569.htm

PRESS RELEASSE

U

U.S. 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, 2008

Equus Total Return, Inc.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware

(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)

0-19509 76-0345915

(Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

2727 Allen Parkway, 13th Floor, Houston, Texas 77019

(Address of principal executive offices, zip code)

Registrant's telephone number, including area code: (713) 529-0900

N/A

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

[ ] Written communication pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

[ ] Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

[ ] Pre-commencement communication pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

[ ] Pre-commencement communication pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition.

On November 14, 2008, Equus Total Return, Inc. (the "Fund") issued a press release announcing its net assets and net asset value for the quarter ended September 30, 2008. The text of the press release is included as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report and is incorporated herein by reference. The press release is furnished pursuant to Item 2.02 and shall not be deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the "Exchange Act"), or subject to the liabilities of that Section. The information in this Current Report shall not be incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933 or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d) Exhibits.

99.1 Press Release, dated November 14, 2008.

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC.

Dated: November 14, 2008

By:

/s/ L'Sheryl D. Hudson

L'Sheryl D. Hudson

Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

2008
Q2

Q2 2008 Earnings

8-K

Aug 13, 2008

0001181431-08-048002

8-K 1 rrd215962.htm

U

U.S. 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 12, 2008

Equus Total Return, Inc.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware

(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)

0-19509 76-0345915

(Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

2727 Allen Parkway, 13th Floor, Houston, Texas 77019

(Address of principal executive offices, zip code)

Registrant's telephone number, including area code: (713) 529-0900

N/A

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

[ ] Written communication pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

[ ] Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

[ ] Pre-commencement communication pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

[ ] Pre-commencement communication pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition.

On August 12, 2008, Equus Total Return, Inc. (the "Fund") issued a press release announcing its net assets and net asset value for the quarter ended June 30, 2008. The text of the press release is included as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report and is incorporated herein by reference. The press release is furnished pursuant to Item 2.02 and shall not be deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the "Exchange Act"), or subject to the liabilities of that Section. The information in this Current Report shall not be incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933 or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d) Exhibits.

99.1 Press Release, dated August 12, 2008.

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC.

Dated: August 13, 2008

By:

/s/ L'Sheryl D. Hudson

L'Sheryl D. Hudson

Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

2008
Q1

Q1 2008 Earnings

8-K

May 16, 2008

0001181431-08-031996

8-K 1 rrd207173.htm

PRESS RELEASE

U

U.S. 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, 2008

Equus Total Return, Inc.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware

(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)

0-19509 76-0345915

(Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

2727 Allen Parkway, 13th Floor, Houston, Texas 77019

(Address of principal executive offices, zip code)

Registrant's telephone number, including area code: (713) 529-0900

N/A

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

[ ] Written communication pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

[ ] Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

[ ] Pre-commencement communication pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

[ ] Pre-commencement communication pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition.

On May 15, 2008, Equus Total Return, Inc. (the "Fund") issued a press release announcing its net assets and net asset value for the quarter ended March 31, 2008. The text of the press release is included as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report and is incorporated herein by reference. The press release is furnished pursuant to Item 2.02 and shall not be deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the "Exchange Act"), or subject to the liabilities of that Section. The information in this Current Report shall not be incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933 or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d) Exhibits.

99.1 Press Release, dated May 15, 2008.

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC.

Dated: May 16, 2008

By:

/s/ L'Sheryl D. Hudson

L'Sheryl D. Hudson

Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

2008
Q1

Q1 2008 Earnings

8-K

Apr 2, 2008

0001181431-08-022495

8-K 1 rrd201860.htm

PRESS RELEASE

U

U.S. 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, 2008

Equus Total Return, Inc.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware

(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)

0-19509 76-0345915

(Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

2727 Allen Parkway, 13th Floor, Houston, Texas 77019

(Address of principal executive offices, zip code)

Registrant's telephone number, including area code: (713) 529-0900

N/A

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

[ ] Written communication pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

[ ] Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

[ ] Pre-commencement communication pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

[ ] Pre-commencement communication pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition.

On March 31, 2008, Equus Total Return, Inc. (the "Fund") issued a press release announcing its net assets and net asset value for the year ended December 31, 2007. The text of the press release is included as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report and is incorporated herein by reference. The press release is furnished pursuant to Item 2.02 and shall not be deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the "Exchange Act"), or subject to the liabilities of that Section. The information in this Current Report shall not be incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933 or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d) Exhibits.

99.1 Press Release, dated March 31, 2008.

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC.

Dated: April 1, 2008

By:

/s/ L'Sheryl D. Hudson

L'Sheryl D. Hudson

Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

2007
Q3

Q3 2007 Earnings

8-K

Nov 15, 2007

0001181431-07-069191

8-K 1 rrd178608.htm

PRESS RELEASE

DC3119.pdf -- Converted by SEC Publisher 4.2, created by BCL Technologies Inc., for SEC Filing

U.S. 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 9, 2007

Equus Total Return, Inc.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)

0-19509

76-0345915

(Commission File Number)

(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

2727 Allen Parkway, 13th Floor, Houston, Texas 77019

(Address of principal executive offices, zip code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (713) 529-0900

N/A

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

[ ] Written communication pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

[ ] Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

[ ] Pre-commencement communication pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

[ ] Pre-commencement communication pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition.

On November 14, 2007, Equus Total Return, Inc. (the “Fund”) issued a press release announcing its net assets and net asset value for the quarter ended September 30, 2007. The text of the press release is included as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report and is incorporated herein by reference. The press release is furnished pursuant to Item 2.02 and shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the “Exchange Act”), or subject to the liabilities of that Section. The information in this Current Report shall not be incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933 or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

Item 8.01.

Other Events.

On November 9, 2007, the Fund issued a press release announcing a fourth quarter dividend for 2007 and setting the record date, election date to receive cash in lieu of stock and payment date for such dividend. The text of the press release is included as Exhibit 99.2 to this Current Report and is incorporated herein by reference.

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d)

Exhibits.

99.1

Press Release, dated November 14, 2007.

99.2

Press Release, dated November 9, 2007.

1

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC.

Dated: November 14, 2007

By: /s/ L’Sheryl D. Hudson

L’Sheryl D. Hudson Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

2

2007
Q2

Q2 2007 Earnings

8-K

Aug 16, 2007

0001193125-07-184586

8-K 1 d8k.htm

FORM 8-K

Form 8-K

U.S. 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 10, 2007

Equus Total Return, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)

0-19509

76-0345915

(Commission File Number)

(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

2727 Allen Parkway, 13th Floor, Houston, Texas 77019 (Address of principal executive offices, zip code) Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (713) 529-0900 N/A (Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

¨ Written communication pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

¨ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

¨ Pre-commencement communication pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

¨ Pre-commencement communication pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On August 15, 2007, Equus Total Return, Inc. (the “Fund”) issued a press release announcing its net assets and net asset value for the quarter ended June 30, 2007. The text of the press release is included as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report and is incorporated herein by reference. The press release is furnished pursuant to Item 2.02 and shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the “Exchange Act”), or subject to the liabilities of that Section. The information in this Current Report shall not be incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933 or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

Item 5.02. Departure of Directors or Principal Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Principal Officers. On August 10, 2007, the Fund issued a press release announcing that Kenneth I. Denos, age 39, was appointed Chief Executive Officer of the Fund effective August 10, 2007. Mr. Denos succeeds Anthony R. Moore, who had served as the Fund’s Chief Executive Officer since June 2005. Mr. Moore will continue to serve as the Fund’s Co-Chairman of the Board and President. In addition, the Fund announced the appointment of Brett M. Chiles as Secretary of the Fund. The text of the press release is included as Exhibit 99.2 to this Current Report and is incorporated herein by reference.

Item 8.01. Other Events. On August 10, 2007, the Fund issued a press release announcing a third quarter dividend for 2007 and setting the record date, election date to receive cash in lieu of stock and payment date for such dividend. The text of the press release is included as Exhibit 99.3 to this Current Report and is incorporated herein by reference. On August 13, 2007, the Fund issued a press release noting that Infinia Corporation, a portfolio company, had partnered with Emergence BioEnergy, Inc. to develop biomass power systems for developing nations. The text of the press release is included as Exhibit 99.4 to this Current Report and is incorporated herein by reference.

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d) Exhibits.

99.1

Press Release, dated August 15, 2007.

99.2

Press Release, dated August 10, 2007.

99.3

Press Release, dated August 10, 2007.

99.4

Press Release, dated August 13, 2007.

1

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC.

Dated: August 16, 2007

By:

/s/ L’Sheryl D. Hudson

L’Sheryl D. Hudson

Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

2

2007
Q1

Q1 2007 Earnings

8-K

May 16, 2007

0001181431-07-032899

8-K 1 rrd158915.htm

FORM 8-K

U

U.S. 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, 2007

Equus Total Return, Inc.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware

(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)

0-19509 76-0345915

(Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

2727 Allen Parkway, 13th Floor, Houston, Texas 77019

(Address of principal executive offices, zip code)

Registrant's telephone number, including area code: (713) 529-0900

N/A

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

[ ] Written communication pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

[ ] Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

[ ] Pre-commencement communication pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

[ ] Pre-commencement communication pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition.

On May 15, 2007, Equus Total Return, Inc. (the "Fund") issued a press release announcing its net assets and net asset value for the quarter ended March 31, 2007. The text of the press release is included as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report and is incorporated herein by reference. The press release is furnished pursuant to Item 2.02 and shall not be deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the "Exchange Act"), or subject to the liabilities of that Section. The information in this Current Report shall not be incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933 or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

Item 8.01. Other Events.

On May 10, 2007, the Fund issued a press release announcing a second quarter dividend for 2007 and setting the record date, election date to receive cash in lieu of stock and payment date for such dividend. The text of the press release is included as Exhibit 99.2 to this Current Report and is incorporated herein by reference.

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d) Exhibits.

99.1 Press Release, dated May 15, 2007.

99.2 Press Release, dated May 10, 2007.

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC.

Dated: May 16, 2007

By:

/s/ L'Sheryl D. Hudson

L'Sheryl D. Hudson

Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

2007
Q1

Q1 2007 Earnings

8-K

Apr 5, 2007

0001193125-07-075525

8-K 1 d8k.htm

FORM 8-K

Form 8-K

U.S. 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 2, 2007

Equus Total Return, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)

0-19509

76-0345915

(Commission File Number)

(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

2727 Allen Parkway, 13th Floor, Houston, Texas 77019 (Address of principal executive offices, zip code) Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (713) 529-0900 N/A (Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

¨ Written communication pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

¨ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

¨ Pre-commencement communication pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

¨ Pre-commencement communication pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On April 2, 2007, Equus Total Return, Inc. (the “Fund”) issued a press release announcing its financial results for the year ended December 31, 2006, and net asset value at December 31, 2006. The text of the press release is included as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report and is incorporated herein by reference. The press release is furnished pursuant to Item 2.02 and shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the “Exchange Act”), or subject to the liabilities of that Section. The information in this Current Report shall not be incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933 or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

Item 5.02. Departure of Directors or Principal Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Principal Officers. Effective April 2, 2007, James Philip Walters, a Vice-President and acting Chief Compliance Officer of the Fund, resigned to pursue other interests. L’Sheryl D. Hudson, age 42, was subsequently appointed on April 2, 2007 to serve as the Fund’s Chief Compliance Officer. Ms. Hudson has been a Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of the Fund since November 14, 2006 and will continue to serve in those roles. Prior to joining the Fund, Ms. Hudson served as Associate Director of WestLB Asset Management (US), LLC (“WestAM”) from 2002 to 2006. While at WestAM, she managed the financial operations including, portfolio accounting, trade settlement and performance measurement for privately held and publicly-traded domestic and international fixed income funds and separate accounts.

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d) Exhibits.

99.1 Press Release, dated April 2, 2007.

1

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC.

Dated: April 5, 2007

By:

/s/ L’Sheryl D. Hudson

L’Sheryl D. Hudson

Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

2

2006
Q3

Q3 2006 Earnings

8-K

Dec 13, 2006

0001193125-06-252533

8-K 1 d8k.htm

FORM 8-K

Form 8-K

U.S. 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 12, 2006

Equus Total Return, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)

0-19509

76-0345915

(Commission File Number)

(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

2727 Allen Parkway, 13th Floor, Houston, Texas 77019 (Address of principal executive offices, zip code) Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (713) 529-0900 N/A (Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

¨ Written communication pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

¨ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

¨ Pre-commencement communication pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

¨ Pre-commencement communication pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Item 2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition On December 12, 2006, Equus Total Return, Inc. issued a press release announcing an investment commitment of up to $5,000,000 in HealthSPAC, LLC, a company focused on healthcare opportunities. The text of the press release is included as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report and is incorporated herein by reference. The press release is furnished pursuant to Item 2.02 and shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the “Exchange Act”), or subject to the liabilities of that Section. The information in this Current Report shall not be incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933 or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing. Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d) Exhibits

Exhibit No.

Description

99.1

Press Release dated December 12, 2006

1

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC.

Dated: December 13, 2006

By:

/s/ JAMES PHILIP WALTERS

James Philip Walters Vice President

2

2006
Q3

Q3 2006 Earnings

8-K

Nov 15, 2006

0001193125-06-236319

8-K 1 d8k.htm

FORM 8-K

Form 8-K

U.S. 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, 2006 Equus Total Return, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)

0-19509

76-0345915

(Commission File Number)

(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

2727 Allen Parkway, 13th Floor, Houston, Texas 77019 (Address of principal executive offices, zip code) Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (713) 529-0900 N/A (Former name or former address, if changed since last report) Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

¨ Written communication pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

¨ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

¨ Pre-commencement communication pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

¨ Pre-commencement communication pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Item 2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition On November 14, 2006, Equus Total Return, Inc. issued a press release announcing its net assets and net asset value for the quarter ended September 30, 2006. The text of the press release is included as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report and is incorporated herein by reference. The press release is furnished pursuant to Item 2.02 and shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the “Exchange Act”), or subject to the liabilities of that Section. The information in this Current Report shall not be incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933 or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing. Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits. (a) None (b) None (c) None (d) Exhibits

Exhibit No.

Description

99.1

Press Release dated November 14, 2006

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

EQUUS TOTAL RETURN, INC.

Dated: November 15, 2006

By:

/s/ JAMES PHILIP WALTERS

James Philip Walters Vice President

2006
Q2

Q2 2006 Earnings

8-K

Aug 15, 2006

0001193125-06-173857

8-K 1 d8k.htm

FORM 8-K

Form 8-K

U.S. 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, 2006

Equus II Incorporated (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)

0-19509

76-0345915

(Commission File Number)

(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

2727 Allen Parkway, 13th Floor, Houston, Texas 77019 (Address of principal executive offices, zip code) Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (713) 529-0900 N/A (Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

¨ Written communication pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

¨ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

¨ Pre-commencement communication pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

¨ Pre-commencement communication pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Item 2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition On August 14, 2006, Equus II Incorporated issued a press release announcing an investment commitment of up to $11,100,000 in the assisted living market sector. The text of the press release is included as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report and is incorporated herein by reference. The press release is furnished pursuant to Item 2.02 and shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the “Exchange Act”), or subject to the liabilities of that Section. . The information in this Current Report shall not be incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933 or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing. Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(a) None

(b) None

(c) Exhibits

Exhibit No.

Description

99.1

Press Release dated August 14, 2006

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

EQUUS II INCORPORATED

Dated: August 15, 2006

By:

/s/ HARRY O. NICODEMUS IV

Harry O. Nicodemus IV Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

2006
Q2

Q2 2006 Earnings

8-K

Aug 14, 2006

0001193125-06-172315

8-K 1 d8k.htm

FORM 8-K

Form 8-K

U.S. 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 11, 2006

Equus II Incorporated (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)

0-19509

76-0345915

(Commission File Number)

(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

2727 Allen Parkway, 13th Floor, Houston, Texas 77019 (Address of principal executive offices, zip code) Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (713) 529-0900 N/A (Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

¨ Written communication pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

¨ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

¨ Pre-commencement communication pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

¨ Pre-commencement communication pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Item 2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition On August 11, 2006, Equus II Incorporated issued a press release announcing a change in its name and investment objective. The text of the press release is included as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report and is incorporated herein by reference. The press release is furnished pursuant to Item 2.02 and shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the “Exchange Act”), or subject to the liabilities of that Section. . The information in this Current Report shall not be incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933 or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing. Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(a) None

(b) None

(c) Exhibits

Exhibit No.

Description

99.1

Press Release dated August 11, 2006

1

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

EQUUS II INCORPORATED

Dated: August 14, 2006

By:

/s/ HARRY O. NICODEMUS IV

Harry O. Nicodemus IV Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

2

2006
Q2

Q2 2006 Earnings

8-K

Aug 14, 2006

0001193125-06-172305

8-K 1 d8k.htm

FORM 8-K

Form 8-K

U.S. 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 11, 2006

Equus II Incorporated (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)

0-19509

76-0345915

(Commission File Number)

(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

2727 Allen Parkway, 13th Floor, Houston, Texas 77019 (Address of principal executive offices, zip code) Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (713) 529-0900 N/A (Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

¨ Written communication pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

¨ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

¨ Pre-commencement communication pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

¨ Pre-commencement communication pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Item 2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition On August 11, 2006, Equus II Incorporated issued a press release announcing its net assets and net asset value for the quarter ended June 30, 2006. The text of the press release is included as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report and is incorporated herein by reference. The press release is furnished pursuant to Item 2.02 and shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the “Exchange Act”), or subject to the liabilities of that Section. . The information in this Current Report shall not be incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933 or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing. Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(a) None

(b) None

(c) Exhibits

Exhibit No.

Description

99.1

Press Release dated August 14, 2006

1

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

EQUUS II INCORPORATED

Dated: August 14, 2006

By:

/s/ HARRY O. NICODEMUS IV

Harry O. Nicodemus IV

Vice President and Chief Financial

Officer

2

2006
Q1

Q1 2006 Earnings

8-K

May 11, 2006

0001193125-06-109043

8-K 1 d8k.htm

FORM 8-K

Form 8-K

U.S. 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, 2006

Equus II Incorporated (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)

0-19509

76-0345915

(Commission File Number)

(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

2727 Allen Parkway, 13th Floor, Houston, Texas 77019 (Address of principal executive offices, zip code) Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (713) 529-0900 N/A (Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

¨ Written communication pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

¨ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

¨ Pre-commencement communication pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

¨ Pre-commencement communication pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Item 2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition On May 10, 2006, Equus II Incorporated issued a press release announcing its purchase, through its portfolio company Riptide Entertainment LLC, of an exclusive, worldwide license to use the trade name “Dick Clark’s American Bandstand” in the development and production of live musical tribute shows. The text of the press release is included as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report and is incorporated herein by reference. The press release is furnished pursuant to Item 2.02 and shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the “Exchange Act”), or subject to the liabilities of that Section. The information in this Current Report shall not be incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933 or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing. Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits. (a) None (b) None (c) Exhibits

Exhibit No.

Description

99.1

Press Release dated May 10, 2006

1

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

EQUUS II INCORPORATED

Dated: May 11, 2006

By:

/s/ HARRY O. NICODEMUS IV

Harry O. Nicodemus IV Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

2

2006
Q1

Q1 2006 Earnings

8-K

May 10, 2006

0001193125-06-107356

8-K 1 d8k.htm

FORM 8-K

Form 8-K

U.S. 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, 2006

Equus II Incorporated (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)

0-19509

76-0345915

(Commission File Number)

(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

2727 Allen Parkway, 13th Floor, Houston, Texas 77019 (Address of principal executive offices, zip code) Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (713) 529-0900 N/A (Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

¨ Written communication pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

¨ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

¨ Pre-commencement communication pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

¨ Pre-commencement communication pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Item 2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition On May 10, 2006, Equus II Incorporated issued a press release announcing its net assets and net asset value for the quarter ended March 31, 2006. The text of the press release is included as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report and is incorporated herein by reference. The press release is furnished pursuant to Item 2.02 and shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the “Exchange Act”), or subject to the liabilities of that Section. The information in this Current Report shall not be incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933 or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing. Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits. (a) None (b) None (c) Exhibits

Exhibit No.

Description

99.1

Press Release dated May 10, 2006

1

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

EQUUS II INCORPORATED

Dated: May 10, 2006

By:

/s/ HARRY O. NICODEMUS IV

Harry O. Nicodemus IV Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

2

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