Main Str Cap Corp Stock Price, News & Analysis

Main Street Capital Corporation (NYSE: MAIN) announced an increase in total commitments under its revolving credit facility from $740 million to $780 million, reflecting a $40 million net increase due to a new lender relationship. This expansion enhances financing capacity for future investments and operations. The credit facility is designed to reach up to $800 million through existing and new lenders. CEO Dwayne L. Hyzak expressed satisfaction with the expanded commitments, highlighting confidence from both new and long-term lender relationships.

Main Street Capital Corporation (NYSE: MAIN) announced regular monthly cash dividends of $0.205 per share for January, February, and March 2021, totaling $0.615 for the first quarter. This marks consistency with prior dividend declarations. Since its IPO in October 2007, Main Street has paid $30.22 in cumulative dividends per share and has never reduced its dividend amount. The dividends will be payable on specified dates, including January 15, February 12, and March 15. Main Street also offers a dividend reinvestment plan for shareholders.

Main Street Capital Corporation (NYSE: MAIN) announced that its subsidiary, MSC Adviser I, LLC, received shareholder approval to replace HMS Adviser LP as the sole investment adviser to HMS Income Fund, which will be renamed MSC Income Fund. This change will reduce the management fee from 2.00% to 1.75%, while the incentive fee structure remains unchanged. The transaction is expected to close on October 30, 2020. CEO Dwayne L. Hyzak expressed confidence in a seamless transition and the strategy to grow their asset management business, benefiting stakeholders.

Main Street Capital Corporation (NYSE: MAIN) will announce its third quarter 2020 results on November 5, 2020, after market close. A conference call is scheduled for November 6, 2020, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern time, available via phone and webcast. Investors can dial 412-902-0030 to participate or connect through the Investor Relations section of the website. A replay will be accessible until November 13, 2020.

Main Street Capital Corporation (NYSE: MAIN) announced strong third-quarter 2020 activity in its private loan portfolio, originating approximately $85.0 million in new commitments across five borrowers. The net new investments totaled around $71.0 million. Notable commitments included significant loans to diverse sectors, such as $17.3 million to a consumer product manufacturer and $16.7 million to a defense contractor. As of September 30, 2020, the total portfolio was valued at $823.0 million, with 90% in first lien debt investments.

Main Street Capital Corporation (NYSE: MAIN) reported a net investment income of $31.3 million ($0.48 per share) for Q2 2020, down 21% from the previous year. Total investment income fell to $52.0 million, a 15% decline primarily due to lower interest and dividend income. The company declared monthly dividends of $0.615 per share for Q3, maintaining previous levels. Operating expenses decreased to $17.9 million, resulting in an operating expenses to assets ratio of 1.4%. Main Street completed $84.6 million in lower middle market investments and announced a transition to sole investment adviser for HMS Income Fund.

Main Street Capital Corporation (NYSE: MAIN) has declared regular monthly cash dividends of $0.205 per share for October, November, and December 2020, totaling $0.615 for the fourth quarter. This declaration aligns with previous quarters and marks the company's consistent dividend payments since its IPO in October 2007. By year-end 2020, Main Street is projected to have paid a cumulative $29.60 per share in dividends. The dividend reinvestment and direct stock purchase plan remains available to investors.

Main Street Capital Corporation (NYSE: MAIN) has priced a public offering of $125 million in 5.20% notes due 2024, with an estimated gross proceeds of approximately $128.3 million at a price of 102.67% of principal. This offering brings the total outstanding amount to $450 million for these notes. Proceeds will primarily go towards repaying existing debt and funding investments, including marketable securities and operating expenses. The offering is expected to close on July 28, 2020, with RBC Capital Markets and others acting as underwriters.