Quick Summary:
- Main Street Capital (MAIN, Financial) projects upcoming earnings with modest growth potential.
- Analysts provide a mixed outlook with a general "Hold" consensus.
- GuruFocus metrics indicate a potential downside based on the GF Value analysis.
Main Street Capital's Earnings Outlook
Main Street Capital (MAIN) projects its net investment income for the first quarter of 2025 to range between $1.00 and $1.02 per share. In terms of distributable net investment income, the expectation is slightly higher, estimated between $1.06 and $1.08 per share. Despite these projections, the stock price has held steady, mirroring broader market sentiment.
Analysts' Price Target Predictions
Analysts have shared their one-year price targets for Main Street Capital Corp (MAIN, Financial), with an average target of $55.40. The high end of these estimates reaches $62.00, while the low sits at $51.00. This average target suggests a potential upside of 3.94% from the current share price of $53.30. For a deeper dive into these estimates, visit the Main Street Capital Corp (MAIN) Forecast page.
Brokerage Recommendations
The consensus recommendation from six brokerage firms gives Main Street Capital Corp (MAIN, Financial) an average rating of 2.8, classifying it as "Hold." This rating framework ranges from 1 to 5, with 1 representing a Strong Buy and 5 indicating a Sell.
GF Value Analysis
According to GuruFocus estimates, the GF Value for Main Street Capital Corp (MAIN, Financial) is projected to be $49.12 in the next year. This valuation implies a downside risk of 7.84% from the current stock price of $53.30. The GF Value is GuruFocus' fair value estimate, derived from historical trading multiples, past business growth, and future performance projections. For more comprehensive data, please visit the Main Street Capital Corp (MAIN) Summary page.
