Main Street Capital Corporation (MAIN) is among the 10 Best Monthly Dividend Stocks to Buy Now. Analyst Brian McKenna raised the price target to $74 from $70, citing growth potential through 2026. Scale and diversification are expected to drive steady growth despite industry shifts.

Earlier in January, MAIN fully exited investments in KBK Industries after its sale. The investment firm first invested in KBK in 2006, generating a $17.3 million gain and 127.2% annual internal rate of return. The exit also yielded a 62.7x multiple on invested equity.

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