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Mainstreet Equity Corp. (MEQ.TO) has raised its dividend 2 times on record

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Dividend history

Mainstreet Equity Corp.

MEQ.TO

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$0.000$0.040$0.0802024-01-15: $0.02802024-04-15: $0.02802024-07-17: $0.02802024-10-17: $0.02802025-01-17: $0.04002025-04-17: $0.04002025-07-17: $0.04002025-10-17: $0.04002026-01-16: $0.08002026-04-17: $0.08002026-07-17: $0.0800Jan 24Apr 25Jul 26

Recent payments

$0.0800CAD

Ex: Jul 17, 2026

Pay: Jul 31

Quarterly

$0.0800CAD

Ex: Apr 17, 2026

$0.0800CAD

Ex: Jan 16, 2026

$0.0400CAD

Ex: Oct 17, 2025

Pay: Oct 31

$0.0400CAD

Ex: Jul 17, 2025

Pay: Jul 31

$0.0400CAD

Ex: Apr 17, 2025

Pay: Apr 30

Quarterly

$0.0400CAD

Ex: Jan 17, 2025

Pay: Jan 31

Quarterly

$0.0280CAD

Ex: Oct 17, 2024

Pay: Oct 31

Quarterly

$0.0280CAD

Ex: Jul 17, 2024

Pay: Jul 31

Quarterly

$0.0280CAD

Ex: Apr 15, 2024

Pay: Apr 30

Quarterly

Mainstreet Equity Corp. has a solid track record of paying dividends over the past few years.

Mainstreet Equity Corp. (MEQ.TO) is a Canadian real estate company dedicated to returning value to its shareholders through dividends. With a market cap of about CA$1.65 billion, the company has consistently paid dividends since it started issuing them.

Investor takeaway: If you’re looking for income through dividends, Mainstreet Equity Corp. offers a stable history. The company has raised its dividend twice since it began, making it a potential option for those investing in tax-advantaged accounts like TFSA or RRSP.

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Mainstreet Equity Corp.

MEQ.TO

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MEQ.TO

Mainstreet Equity Corp.

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$2.22 (1.26%)
120 day period
$162.26$175.04$187.82Feb 3Apr 30Jul 24

Market cap

$1.65B

P/E

8.8x

Div. yield

0.14%

Div. / share

$0.24

52W high

$206.48

52W low

$160.01

1W change

+0.67%

Beta

0.85

Analyst Price Targets

Based on analyst covering MEQ

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Wall Street analysts forecast MEQ stock price to rise 27.7% over the next 12 months.

Consensus

Bullish

Based on avg. target vs last close (formal rating unavailable for Canadian listings)

Avg. Target

C$227.00

+27.7% Upside

Current Price

C$177.72

Last close

Analyst ratings and price targets are updated periodically. Not financial advice.

Wealth Awesome Price Forecast

WA Model

Statistical 90-day price range based on MEQ's historical volatility

HistoricalForecast68%95%
C$136.10C$152.86C$169.63C$186.39C$203.15C$219.92TodayMar 18May 22Jul 24Sep 5Oct 19Dec 1

30-Day Vol

17.6%

Annualized

90-Day Vol

18.2%

Annualized

Trend (90d)

-7.4%

Annualized drift

90d Mean

C$173.08

Expected price

HorizonExpected68% Range (1σ)
30 trading daysC$176.16C$165.80C$187.17
60 trading daysC$174.62C$160.27C$190.24
90 trading daysC$173.08C$155.84C$192.24

Methodology: Range is calculated using 30-day realized volatility via geometric Brownian motion (log-normal model). 68% band = ±1σ, 95% band = ±2σ. This is a statistical model, not a prediction. Past volatility does not guarantee future results. Not financial advice.

11 Payments Over 2.5 Years

Mainstreet Equity Corp. has made 11 dividend payments in about 2.5 years, including two increases during this time.

Dividend Payment History

Since starting its dividend distribution, Mainstreet Equity Corp. has paid a total of 11 dividends over approximately 2.5 years. The company has consistently issued a quarterly dividend of CA$0.08 CAD, which has remained stable, with two increases reflecting its commitment to returning value to shareholders.

Recent Dividend Details

The latest dividend was declared on July 10, 2026, with an ex-dividend date of July 17, 2026. Shareholders on record as of July 17 will receive their payment on July 31, 2026. The current trailing yield is 0.14%, based on the latest dividend amount.

Implications for Investors

For Canadian retail investors, Mainstreet Equity Corp.'s steady dividend payments can be attractive, especially for those using tax-advantaged accounts like TFSA or RRSP. While the company's history of raising dividends is limited, it suggests potential for future growth in shareholder returns.

Dividend calendar

TickerMEQ.TO
AmountCA$0.08
Ex-dividend2026-07-17
Record2026-07-17
Payment2026-07-31
Declared2026-07-10
Trailing yield0.14%
Stock pageMEQ.TO dividend history

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Published: July 27, 2026
Last Updated: July 27, 2026

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