Main Street Capital Corporation Announces Successful Exit from KBK Industries, LLC Investment
Main Street Capital Corporation (NYSE: MAIN) has successfully exited its debt and equity investments in KBK Industries, LLC, marking a significant achievement for the company. The exit was executed upon the sale of KBK to a strategic acquirer, a move that underscores Main Street's commitment to value creation and successful portfolio management.
Investment Overview and Growth Journey
Founded in 1975 and located in Rush Center, Kansas, KBK Industries is a premier manufacturer specializing in large-volume aboveground and belowground fiberglass and steel tanks. These products serve a diverse array of end markets across the United States. Main Street initially led the majority recapitalization of the company back in January 2006, which facilitated collaboration with KBK's owners, senior management, and other investors.
Main Street's initial financial commitment included:
- $5.75 million in senior secured term debt with equity warrant participation
- $0.25 million in minority equity investment
Thanks to this strategic partnership, KBK expanded its operations significantly, constructing new manufacturing facilities, acquiring patents, and branching out into new product markets. Over its 20-year investment period, Main Street increased its financial support, leading to cumulative investments of:
- $15.6 million in debt financing
- $0.7 million in equity
Financial Gains from the Investment
Main Street realized a substantial gain of $17.3 million from the exit of its equity investment in KBK. In addition to this gain, the company also received cumulative dividends amounting to $25.1 million throughout the investment period. Overall, these figures reflect an impressive annual internal rate of return (IRR) of 127.2% and a total money invested (TMI) return of 62.7 times on the equity investment in KBK.
When considering the cumulative financial contributions, including debt, warrants, and equity, Main Street recorded an IRR of 27.7% and a TMI return of 3.5 times.
About Main Street Capital Corporation
Main Street Capital Corporation (NYSE: MAIN) is a principal investment firm focused on providing tailored long-term debt and equity capital solutions to lower middle market companies. The firm also extends debt capital to private companies either owned by or in the acquisition process by private equity funds.
Main Street's investment strategy is designed to support:
- Management buyouts
- Recapitalizations
- Growth financings
- Refinancings
- Acquisitions across diverse industry sectors
The firm aims to form synergistic partnerships with entrepreneurs, business owners, and management teams by providing comprehensive financing solutions tailored to each investment. Companies within Main Street's lower middle market portfolio typically boast annual revenues between $10 million and $150 million, while those in the private loan portfolio range from $25 million to $500 million.
For Further Information
For more details about Main Street Capital Corporation and its latest investment activities, please contact:
- Dwayne L. Hyzak, CEO: info@mainstcapital.com
- Ryan R. Nelson, CFO: info@mainstcapital.com
- Phone: 713-350-6000
- Investor Relations: Ken Dennard | info@dennardlascar.com, Zach Vaughan | info@dennardlascar.com | Phone: 713-529-6600