Sep 30, 2021

Main Street Capital Q3 2021 Earnings Report

Announced third quarter 2021 financial results, featuring record net investment income and distributable net investment income per share alongside a significant increase in net asset value per share.

Key Takeaways

Main Street Capital Corporation reported strong third-quarter results, marked by record net investment income of $0.71 per share and distributable net investment income of $0.76 per share. The company's net asset value per share increased by 3.6% during the quarter, driven by the favorable performance of its portfolio companies. Gross investment fundings in the lower middle market investment strategy reached a new record, positioning the company for continued favorable performance.

Net investment income reached $49.3 million, or $0.71 per share.

Distributable net investment income was $52.2 million, or $0.76 per share.

Total investment income amounted to $76.8 million.

Net asset value stood at $24.27 per share as of September 30, 2021, reflecting a $0.85 increase from the previous quarter.

Total Revenue
$76.8M
Previous year: $52M
+47.8%
EPS
$0.71
Previous year: $0.46
+54.3%
Net Asset Value per Share
$20.4
Middle Market Fair Value
$421M
Previous year: $441M
-4.6%
Middle Market Portfolio Count
38
Previous year: 42
-9.5%
Cash and Equivalents
$59.6M
Previous year: $27.1M
+119.6%

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Forward Guidance

Main Street is positioned for continued favorable performance in the fourth quarter and into 2022, with a strong pipeline of investment opportunities.

Positive Outlook

  • Strong pipeline of investment opportunities.
  • Record gross investment fundings in lower middle market.
  • Successful issuance of additional investment grade debt.
  • Improved capital structure.
  • Increased liquidity to fund future investments.