Main Street Capital Corporation (MAIN) Earnings History
Elite Compounder20 years of earnings data (2006–2025) · 5-year EPS CAGR exceeds 18% — top-tier earnings quality
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Main Street Capital Corporation (MAIN) Earnings Overview
As of November 8, 2026, Main Street Capital Corporation (MAIN) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $445M, reflecting -5.6% year-over-year growth. The company earned $4.74 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 95.5%.
Looking at the long-term picture, MAIN's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at +65.1%, indicating exceptional earnings growth. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $508M in fiscal 2024.
Main Street Capital Corporation maintains industry-leading profitability with a gross margin of 124.8%, operating margin of 100.7%, and net margin of 95.5%. This margin structure demonstrates strong pricing power and operational efficiency. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including ARCC ($875M net income, 86.3% margin), GBDC ($147M net income, 63.7% margin), HTGC ($357M net income, 74.7% margin), MAIN has outperformed on profitability metrics. Compare MAIN vs ARCC →
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MAIN Historical Earnings Data (2006–2025)
20 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $493M | -2.9% | $520M | $5.52 | 95.5% | 100.7% |
| 2024 | $508M | +18.6% | $539M | $5.85 | 84.5% | 89.6% |
| 2023 | $428M | +77.3% | $451M | $5.23 | 84.0% | 88.5% |
| 2022 | $242M | -27.0% | $265M | $3.24 | 75.9% | 83.3% |
| 2021 | $331M | +1025.7% | $364M | $4.80 | 80.4% | 88.4% |
| 2020 | $29M | -77.3% | $16M | $0.45 | 57.6% | 31.1% |
| 2019 | $130M | -23.0% | $131M | $2.06 | 77.2% | 78.0% |
| 2018 | $168M | -1.4% | $174M | $2.80 | 80.4% | 83.4% |
| 2017 | $171M | +22.8% | $195M | $3.01 | 74.8% | 85.6% |
| 2016 | $139M | +33.0% | $138M | $2.67 | 82.9% | 82.2% |
| 2015 | $104M | +3.7% | $96M | $2.13 | 85.6% | 78.5% |
| 2014 | $101M | +4.0% | $107M | $2.31 | 72.2% | 76.7% |
| 2013 | $97M | -7.2% | $97M | $2.65 | 88.0% | 88.0% |
| 2012 | $104M | +65.8% | $115M | $3.53 | 83.6% | 92.3% |
| 2011 | $63M | +86.0% | $39M | $2.76 | 113.7% | 70.9% |
| 2010 | $34M | +183.1% | $19M | $2.38 | 137.8% | 78.4% |
| 2009 | $12M | +9.3% | $9M | $1.19 | 98.9% | 76.3% |
| 2008 | $11M | +329.6% | $10M | $1.20 | 109.9% | 103.7% |
| 2007 | $3M | -83.9% | $7M | $0.30 | 24.8% | 63.6% |
| 2006 | $16M | - | $5M | $1.86 | 98.8% | 30.6% |
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MAIN — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying MAIN stock.
What is MAIN earnings per share (EPS)?
MAIN trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $4.74, reflecting -5.6% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is +65.1%. Complete EPS history from 2006 to 2025 is available in the table on this page.
What is Main Street Capital Corporation's net income?
Main Street Capital Corporation (MAIN) trailing twelve-month net income is $445M as of 2025. Earnings declined -5.6% year-over-year. Main Street Capital Corporation has been profitable for 20 consecutive years.
Is MAIN profitable?
Yes, MAIN is profitable with a TTM net income of $445M and a net profit margin of +95.5%. Main Street Capital Corporation has generated profits for 20 consecutive years.
What is MAIN's earnings growth rate?
MAIN compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: -5.6%, 3-Year: +19.4%, 5-Year: +65.1%, 10-Year: +10.0%. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 2006 to 2025.
What are MAIN's profit margins?
Main Street Capital Corporation net profit margin is +95.5%, operating margin is +100.7%, and gross margin is +124.8%. Above-average net margins reflect strong pricing power and competitive moat. Return on Equity is +17.0%.
Is MAIN growing earnings?
MAIN earnings are declining — EPS fell -5.6% year-over-year. TTM net income dropped to $445M. This contrasts with the 5-year CAGR of +65.1%.
What was MAIN's best earnings year?
Main Street Capital Corporation's highest annual net income on record is $508M, achieved in fiscal year 2024. Earnings history on this page spans 2006 to 2025 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were MAIN's earnings last quarter?
MAIN's most recent reported quarter was Q3 2026. Net income was $117M with diluted EPS of $1.25. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.