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Main Street Capital Corporation is a business development company specializes in equity capital to lower middle market companies. The firm specializing in recapitalizations, management buyouts, refinancing, family estate planning, management buyouts, refinancing, industry consolidation, mature, later stage emerging growth. The firm also provides debt capital to middle market companies for acquisitions, management buyouts, growth financings, recapitalizations and refinancing. The firm seeks to partner with entrepreneurs, business owners and management teams and generally provides "one stop" financing alternatives within its lower middle market portfolio. It prefers to invest in air freight and logistics, auto components, building products, chemicals, commercial services, computers, construction and engineering, consumer finance, consumer services, electronic equipment, energy equipment and services, financial services, health care equipment, health care providers, hotels, restaurants, and leisure, internet software and services, IT Services, machinery, oil, gas and consumable fuels, paper and forest products, professional and industrial services, road and rail, software, specialty retail, telecommunication, consumer discretionary, energy, materials, technology, and transportation. The firm typically invests in lower middle market companies generally with annual revenues between $5 million and $300 million. It prefers to invest in ranging between $2 million and $75 million in equity investment and enterprise value in ranging between $3 million and $20 million. The firm typically prefers to invest in the range of $5 million and $50 million per transaction in debt investment value and in the range of $1 million and $20 million in annual EBITDA. The firm's middle market debt investments are made in businesses that are generally larger in size than its lower middle market portfolio companies. It takes 5 percent minority and up to 50 percent majority equity investments. Main Street Capital Corporation was founded in 2007 and is based in Houston, Texas with an additional office in Chojnów, Poland.

Main Street Capital Dividend Announcement

Main Street Capital announced a monthly dividend of $0.25 per ordinary share which will be made payable on 2025-03-14. Ex dividend date: 2025-03-07
Main Street Capital's trailing twelve-month (TTM) dividend yield is 7.34%
Main Street Capital's payout ratio for the trailing twelve months (TTM) is 81.89%

Main Street Capital Dividend History

Ex-Div dateDividend amountDividend typePay date
2025-03-07$0.25monthly2025-03-14
2025-02-07$0.25monthly2025-02-14
2025-01-08$0.25monthly2025-01-15
2024-12-20$0.30monthly2024-12-27
2024-12-06$0.24monthly2024-12-13
2024-11-08$0.24monthly2024-11-15
2024-10-08$0.24monthly2024-10-15
2024-09-20$0.30monthly2024-09-27
2024-09-06$0.24monthly2024-09-13
2024-08-08$0.24monthly2024-08-15
2024-07-08$0.24monthly2024-07-15
2024-06-21$0.30monthly2024-06-27
2024-06-07$0.24monthly2024-06-14
2024-05-07$0.24monthly2024-05-15
2024-04-05$0.24monthly2024-04-15
2024-03-19$0.30monthly2024-03-27
2024-03-07$0.24monthly2024-03-15
2024-02-07$0.24monthly2024-02-15
2024-01-04$0.24monthly2024-01-12
2023-12-19$0.28monthly2023-12-27
2023-12-07$0.23monthly2023-12-15
2023-11-07$0.23monthly2023-11-15
2023-10-05$0.23monthly2023-10-13
2023-09-19$0.28monthly2023-09-27
2023-09-07$0.23monthly2023-09-15
2023-08-07$0.23monthly2023-08-15
2023-07-06$0.23monthly2023-07-14
2023-06-20$0.23monthly2023-06-28
2023-06-07$0.23monthly2023-06-15
2023-05-05$0.23monthly2023-05-15
2023-04-05$0.23monthly2023-04-14
2023-03-20$0.17monthly2023-03-28
2023-03-07$0.23monthly2023-03-15
2023-02-07$0.23monthly2023-02-15
2023-01-05$0.23monthly2023-01-13
2022-12-19$0.10monthly2022-12-28
2022-12-07$0.22monthly2022-12-15
2022-11-07$0.22monthly2022-11-15
2022-10-06$0.22monthly2022-10-14
2022-09-19$0.10monthly2022-09-27
2022-09-01$0.21monthly2022-09-15
2022-08-01$0.21monthly2022-08-15
2022-07-01$0.21monthly2022-07-15
2022-06-21$0.07monthly2022-06-30
2022-06-01$0.21monthly2022-06-15
2022-05-02$0.21monthly2022-05-13
2022-04-01$0.21monthly2022-04-14
2022-03-21$0.07monthly2022-03-30
2022-03-01$0.21monthly2022-03-15
2022-02-01$0.21monthly2022-02-15
2022-01-03$0.21monthly2022-01-14
2021-12-21$0.10monthly2021-12-30
2021-11-23$0.21monthly2021-12-15
2021-10-28$0.21monthly2021-11-15
2021-09-28$0.21monthly2021-10-15
2021-08-26$0.20monthly2021-09-15
2021-07-28$0.20monthly2021-08-13
2021-06-28$0.20monthly2021-07-15
2021-05-27$0.20monthly2021-06-15
2021-04-28$0.20monthly2021-05-14
2021-03-26$0.20monthly2021-04-15
2021-02-25$0.20monthly2021-03-15
2021-01-28$0.20monthly2021-02-12
2021-01-04$0.20monthly2021-01-15
2020-11-24$0.20monthly2020-12-15
2020-10-28$0.20monthly2020-11-13
2020-09-28$0.20monthly2020-10-15
2020-08-18$0.20monthly2020-09-15
2020-07-17$0.20monthly2020-08-14
2020-06-17$0.20monthly2020-07-15
2020-05-19$0.20monthly2020-06-15
2020-04-17$0.20monthly2020-05-15
2020-03-17$0.20monthly2020-04-15
2020-02-19$0.20monthly2020-03-13
2020-01-21$0.20monthly2020-02-14
2019-12-27$0.20monthly2020-01-15
2019-12-12$0.24monthly2019-12-26
2019-11-19$0.20monthly2019-12-11
2019-10-17$0.20monthly2019-11-15
2019-09-18$0.20monthly2019-10-15
2019-08-19$0.20monthly2019-09-16
2019-07-17$0.20monthly2019-08-15
2019-06-27$0.20monthly2019-07-15
2019-06-17$0.25monthly2019-06-25
2019-05-17$0.20monthly2019-06-14
2019-04-17$0.20monthly2019-05-15
2019-03-19$0.20monthly2019-04-15
2019-02-20$0.20monthly2019-03-15
2019-01-17$0.20monthly2019-02-15
2018-12-28$0.20monthly2019-01-15
2018-12-17$0.28monthly2018-12-27
2018-11-19$0.20monthly2018-12-14
2018-10-18$0.20monthly2018-11-15
2018-09-19$0.20monthly2018-10-15
2018-08-20$0.19monthly2018-09-14
2018-07-19$0.19monthly2018-08-15
2018-06-28$0.19monthly2018-07-16
2018-06-18$0.28monthly2018-06-26
2018-05-18$0.19monthly2018-06-15
2018-04-19$0.19monthly2018-05-15
2018-03-20$0.19monthly2018-04-16
2018-02-21$0.19monthly2018-03-15
2018-01-18$0.19monthly2018-02-15
2017-12-28$0.19monthly2018-01-12
2017-12-18$0.28monthly2017-12-27
2017-11-20$0.19monthly2017-12-15
2017-10-19$0.19monthly2017-11-15
2017-09-20$0.19monthly2017-10-16
2017-08-17$0.18monthly2017-09-15
2017-07-18$0.18monthly2017-08-15
2017-06-28$0.18monthly2017-07-14
2017-06-15$0.28monthly2017-06-26
2017-05-17$0.18monthly2017-06-14
2017-04-18$0.18monthly2017-05-15
2017-03-17$0.18monthly2017-04-13
2017-02-17$0.18monthly2017-03-15
2017-01-18$0.18monthly2017-02-15
2016-12-28$0.18monthly2017-01-13
2016-12-14$0.28monthly2016-12-23
2016-11-17$0.18monthly2016-12-13
2016-10-18$0.18monthly2016-11-15
2016-09-19$0.18monthly2016-10-14
2016-08-17$0.18monthly2016-09-15
2016-07-19$0.18monthly2016-08-15
2016-06-29$0.18monthly2016-07-15
2016-06-16$0.28monthly2016-06-27
2016-05-18$0.18monthly2016-06-15
2016-04-19$0.18monthly2016-05-16
2016-03-17$0.18monthly2016-04-15
2016-02-18$0.18monthly2016-03-15
2016-01-20$0.18monthly2016-02-17
2015-12-28$0.18monthly2016-01-15
2015-12-15$0.28monthly2015-12-24
2015-11-18$0.18monthly2015-12-14
2015-10-19$0.18monthly2015-11-16
2015-09-17$0.18monthly2015-10-15
2015-08-18$0.17monthly2015-09-15
2015-07-17$0.17monthly2015-08-14
2015-06-29$0.17monthly2015-07-15
2015-06-16$0.28monthly2015-06-25
2015-05-18$0.17monthly2015-06-15
2015-04-17$0.17monthly2015-05-15
2015-03-27$0.17monthly2015-04-15
2015-02-18$0.17monthly2015-03-16
2015-01-16$0.17monthly2015-02-13
2014-12-29$0.17monthly2015-01-15
2014-12-16$0.28monthly2014-12-24
2014-11-18$0.17monthly2014-12-15
2014-10-16$0.17monthly2014-11-14
2014-09-17$0.17monthly2014-10-15
2014-08-18$0.17monthly2014-09-15
2014-07-17$0.17monthly2014-08-15
2014-06-26$0.17monthly2014-07-15
2014-06-18$0.28monthly2014-06-25
2014-05-16$0.17monthly2014-06-16
2014-04-16$0.17monthly2014-05-15
2014-03-18$0.17monthly2014-04-15
2014-02-18$0.17monthly2014-03-14
2014-01-16$0.17monthly2014-02-14

Main Street Capital Dividend per year

Main Street Capital Dividend growth

Main Street Capital Dividend Yield

Main Street Capital current trailing twelve-month (TTM) dividend yield is 7.34%. Interested in purchasing Main Street Capital stock? Use our calculator to estimate your expected dividend yield:

Main Street Capital Financial Ratios

P/E ratio10.29
PEG ratio-0.75
P/B ratio1.81
ROE18.43%
Payout ratio81.89%
Current ratio0.76
Quick ratio0.76
Cash Ratio0.76

Main Street Capital Dividend FAQ

How much is the next Main Street Capital dividend?
Main Street Capital's board of directors will review the company's financial performance, cash flow, future investment needs, and other relevant factors to determine the next Main Street Capital dividend. The next Main Street Capital dividend will be released in January, February, March, March, April, May, June, June, July, August, September, September, October, November, December, or December.
When is Main Street Capital dividend paid?
Main Street Capital pays dividends on a monthly basis. The specific dates may vary each year but are generally around January, February, March, March, April, May, June, June, July, August, September, September, October, November, December, and December. However, please note that the exact timing and amount can vary, and companies may also decide to change their dividend policy based on their financial health and other considerations.
What dividend does Main Street Capital pay?
The specific amount of Main Street Capital dividend can vary from quarter to quarter and year to year, based on a variety of factors including the company's financial performance, the global economic situation, and the decisions of its board of directors. In the above table you can find Main Street Capital's dividend history.
Does Main Street Capital stock pay dividends?
Yes, Main Street Capital does pay dividends to its shareholders. However, the specific amount and frequency of these dividends can vary based on a variety of factors, including the company's financial performance, the global economic situation, and the decisions of its board of directors. In the above table you can find Main Street Capital's dividend history.
How much dividend does Main Street Capital pay?
Main Street Capital paid $4.11 in 2024, $3.695 in 2023, $2.945 in 2022, $2.575 in 2021, and $2.255 in 2020.
How often does Main Street Capital pay dividends?
Main Street Capital typically pays dividends on a monthly basis. This means that dividends are usually distributed 12 times a year. The specific payout dates may vary each year but generally fall around January, February, March, March, April, May, June, June, July, August, September, September, October, November, December, and December.
What is Main Street Capital's dividend yield?
The current dividend yield for Main Street Capital is 7.34%. The dividend yield is calculated by dividing the annual dividend payment by the price of the stock. Both of these numbers can fluctuate daily due to changes in the stock price and any updates to the dividend payment. Use the dividend calculator on this page to calculate Main Street Capital's exact dividend yield.
When does Main Street Capital go ex dividend?
Main Street Capital's ex-dividend date for the latest dividend was on 2025-03-07. Main Street Capital typically goes ex-dividend a few weeks before the payment date. The specific dates can vary each year and for each dividend payment.
When is the next Main Street Capital dividend paid?
Main Street Capital pays dividends on a monthly basis, typically around January, February, March, March, April, May, June, June, July, August, September, September, October, November, December, or December, but the exact dates can vary each year.
Will Main Street Capital increase its dividend?
Decisions about dividend payments are made by the company's board of directors and are based on a variety of factors. To understand whether Main Street Capital will increase its dividend, it's beneficial to look at the company's earnings, financial health, future business prospects, and the overall economic environment.
How much is Main Street Capital dividend per share?
Main Street Capital paid $4.11 per share in 2024 and $3.695 per share in 2023. The amount of dividend per share that Main Street Capital pays can vary each quarter based on a range of factors including the company's earnings, financial health, and decisions made by its board of directors.
Is Main Street Capital a dividend aristocrat?
No, the term "Dividend Aristocrat" is typically used to describe a company in the S&P 500 index that has increased its dividend payouts for at least 25 consecutive years.
Is Main Street Capital a dividend king?
No, a "Dividend King" is a company that has managed to increase its dividend payouts for 50 consecutive years or more, which is an even more selective group than the Dividend Aristocrats.
Is Main Street Capital a dividend stock?
Yes, Main Street Capital is considered a dividend stock. A dividend stock is a stock of a company that regularly pays out dividends to its shareholders.
Is Main Street Capital a good dividend stock?
Whether Main Street Capital is a good dividend stock depends on several factors and can vary depending on individual investment goals, risk tolerance, and the overall market conditions. Main Street Capital has a history of paying regular dividends, which can make it attractive to income-focused investors.

Other factors to consider when evaluating Main Street Capital as a dividend stock include its dividend yield, dividend growth, payout ratio, and the sustainability of its dividend payments given its earnings and cash flow. These factors can provide insight into the company's ability to maintain or increase its dividend in the future.
Does Main Street Capital pay dividends monthly?
Main Street Capital typically pays dividends on a monthly basis.
Does Main Street Capital pay dividends quarterly?
Main Street Capital currently pays dividends on a monthly basis.
Has Main Street Capital ever paid a dividend?
Yes, Main Street Capital has a history of paying dividends to its shareholders. Main Street Capital is known for its dividend payments, which have made it an attractive investment for income-focused investors.
How to buy Main Street Capital dividend stocks?
To buy Main Street Capital you need a brokerage account. Open an account with a reputable brokerage firm that offers access to the stock market. Consider factors such as fees, account minimums, and the availability of dividend reinvestment programs (DRIPs) if you wish to reinvest your dividends automatically.

Place an order: Use the brokerage's trading platform to place an order to buy Main Street Capital stock.

Remember that buying stocks involves risk, and it's important to carefully consider your investment goals, risk tolerance, and conduct thorough research before making any investment decisions.
When does Main Street Capital pay dividends 2024?
Main Street Capital pays dividends on a monthly basis. 2024 dividend payments are in 2025-03-14. However, please note that the exact timing and amount can vary, and companies may also decide to change their dividend policy based on their financial health and other considerations.
Will Main Street Capital increase its dividend in 2024?
Decisions regarding Main Street Capital dividend increases are typically made by a company's board of directors based on various factors, including financial performance, cash flow, investment needs, and market conditions. For an up-to-date Main Street Capital dividend overview you can look into the above table of dividend history.
How Main Street Capital dividend works?
The Main Street Capital dividend works by distributing a portion of the company's profits to its shareholders on a per-share basis. Here's a general overview of how Main Street Capital's dividend process works:

1. Determination of Dividend: Main Street Capital's board of directors reviews the company's financial performance, cash flow, future investment needs, and other relevant factors to determine the amount and timing of dividend payments.

2. Dividend Declaration: Once the board approves a dividend, Main Street Capital publicly announces the dividend amount, currency, and the ex-dividend date. The ex-dividend date is the date on or after which the buyer of the stock will not be eligible to receive the upcoming dividend payment.

3. Record Date: The record date is the date on which the company checks its records to identify shareholders who are eligible to receive the dividend. Only shareholders on record as of this date will receive the dividend.

4. Payment Date: On the designated payment date, Main Street Capital distributes the dividend to eligible shareholders. The dividend is usually paid in the form of cash directly into the shareholder's brokerage account or through other designated payment methods.

5. Tax Implications: Dividends received from Main Street Capital are generally taxable as income. Shareholders may need to report dividend income on their tax returns and pay applicable taxes according to their jurisdiction's tax regulations.
How are Main Street Capital dividends paid?
Main Street Capital dividends are typically paid in cash directly to eligible shareholders. The payment process involves the following steps:

1. Record Date: Main Street Capital sets a record date, which is the date on which the company checks its records to determine the eligible shareholders. Only those who are shareholders on record as of this date will receive the dividend.

2. Payment Date: On the designated payment date, Main Street Capital distributes the dividend to eligible shareholders. The payment is usually made electronically, directly into the shareholder's brokerage account or bank account.

3. Currency: Main Street Capital declares the currency in which the dividend will be paid. Depending on the shareholder's location and the currency election made by the shareholder, the dividend will be converted to the appropriate currency during the payment process.
How many times does Main Street Capital pay dividends?
Main Street Capital typically pays dividends on a monthly basis. The specific payment dates can vary each year and are usually announced when the company releases its financial results for each quarter.
What months does Main Street Capital pay dividends?
The general pattern is that Main Street Capital pays dividends around January, February, March, March, April, May, June, June, July, August, September, September, October, November, December, and December. However, the exact payment dates can vary each year and are typically announced when the company releases its financial results for each quarter.
Is Main Street Capital dividend safe?
The safety of Main Street Capital's dividend is subject to various factors and cannot be determined with certainty. It is influenced by the company's financial performance, cash flow, and the overall economic and industry conditions.

To assess the safety of Main Street Capital's dividend, it is crucial to analyze the company's financial health, debt levels, cash flow generation, and ability to sustain dividend payments over the long term. Additionally, monitoring the company's future earnings, cash flow projections, and management's commitment to dividend policies can provide valuable insights.

It is recommended to review Main Street Capital's financial reports, official announcements, and consult with financial advisors or experts who have access to the most current and comprehensive information about the company's financial situation.