Main Street Capital Reports Strong 2024 Performance Results

Strong Financial Performance in 2024

Main Street Capital Corporation (NYSE: MAIN) is excited to share its robust financial results for the fourth quarter and year ending December 31, 2024. This year has been pivotal, demonstrating significant growth and resilience in a dynamic market environment.

Fourth Quarter Highlights

The fourth quarter showcased remarkable performance metrics, including:

• Net investment income of $90.4 million, translating to $1.02 per share.
• Distributable net investment income reached $95.3 million, or $1.08 per share.
• Total investment income stood at $140.4 million.
• Operating Expenses to Assets Ratio held steady at an impressive 1.3%, affirming our operational efficiency.
• Net increase in net assets resulting from operations of $174.2 million, equating to $1.97 per share.
• Return on equity for the quarter was a notable 25.4% on an annualized basis.
• As of year-end, the net asset value was pegged at $31.65 per share, marking a 3.5% increase from previous totals.
• Our monthly dividend for the first quarter of 2025 has been declared at $0.75 per share, reflecting a consistent rise in shareholder returns.
• A supplemental dividend of $0.30 per share was also announced, bringing total quarterly dividends to $1.035 per share, an increase of 5.6% from the previous year.

Annual Performance Overview

For the full year 2024, Main Street Capital reported:

• Total net investment income soaring to $355.1 million, or $4.09 per share.
• Distributable net investment income of $375.0 million, translating to $4.32 per share.
• Total investment income consolidated at $541.0 million.
• Return on equity reached an impressive 19.4% across the year.
• Regular monthly dividends were paid at a total of $2.91 per share, representing a robust 6.0% increase from the previous year.
• Supplemental dividends of $1.20 per share were distributed, culminating in total annual dividends at a record $4.11 per share, an 11.2% increase from last year.

Investment and Portfolio Insights

In 2024, Main Street engaged in strategic lower middle market investments, completing $465.5 million in portfolio investments. This included:

• A total of $227.8 million directed toward new LMM portfolio companies.
• Significant diversification efforts yielded a net increase in the LMM investment portfolio's cost basis, promising continued future growth.
• Strengthened private loan portfolio investments amounting to $895.5 million.

Operational Efficiencies and Future Outlook

Main Street Capital remains committed to maintaining strong liquidity levels, with aggregate liquidity recorded at $1.404 billion. Our focus on conservative financial strategies enables us to capitalize on emerging opportunities in the lower middle market and private loan sectors. CEO Dwayne L. Hyzak expressed excitement about the continuous strong returns from our investment strategies and reaffirmed the company's dedication to providing value to its shareholders.

Frequently Asked Questions

What were Main Street Capital's key financial results for 2024?

Main Street reported a net investment income of $355.1 million, or $4.09 per share for 2024, with a notable return on equity of 19.4%.

What dividends did Main Street Capital declare for 2024?

The company declared regular monthly dividends totaling $2.91 per share, along with supplemental dividends of $1.20, making it a record year for total dividends.

How does Main Street Capital manage its investment portfolio?

The company maintains a diversified investment strategy focusing primarily on lower middle market companies and private loans, ensuring strong liquidity and operational efficiency.

What was the net asset value per share at year-end?

The net asset value as of December 31, 2024, was $31.65, reflecting an increase from previous valuations.

How does Main Street Capital plan to sustain its growth?

Main Street Capital aims to leverage its strong liquidity and operational efficiencies to capitalize on future investment opportunities, ensuring sustained growth and shareholder value.

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