Main Street Capital Corporation (MAIN)
Official siteFINANCIAL SERVICES • ASSET MANAGEMENT • NYSE
Market Cap: $5.47B
Last updated: Sep 01, 2026 at 10:00 AM ET
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Frequently Asked Questions About MAIN
- What is MAIN's current dividend yield?
- Main Street Capital Corporation (MAIN) has a current dividend yield of 5.28%.
- Does MAIN pay dividends?
- Yes, Main Street Capital Corporation pays dividends with a current yield of 5.28%.
- What is MAIN's P/E ratio?
- Main Street Capital Corporation has a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 14.87.
- What is MAIN's market cap?
- Main Street Capital Corporation (MAIN) has a market capitalization of $5.47B with a current stock price of $58.88.
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