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Morgan Stanley Direct Lending Fund Analysis (MSDL)
Is Morgan Stanley Direct Lending Fund a good investment? Morgan Stanley Direct Lending Fund (MSDL) is currently trading at 15.01 USD. Market analysts have a consensus price target of 15.68 USD. This suggests a potential upside from current levels.
In terms of valuation, the stock trades at a P/E ratio of 15.26. This valuation is generally in line with the broader market.
Earnings Schedule: Morgan Stanley Direct Lending Fund is expected to release its next earnings report on Aug. 6, 2026. The market consensus estimate for Forward EPS is 1.83.
For income investors, Morgan Stanley Direct Lending Fund pays a dividend yield of 12.66%. With a payout ratio of 198%, the dividend appears to be under pressure.
Investor FAQ
Does Morgan Stanley Direct Lending Fund pay a dividend?
Yes, it pays an annual dividend of 1.90 USD (12.66% yield).
What asset class is Morgan Stanley Direct Lending Fund?
Morgan Stanley Direct Lending Fund is classified as a Stock. You can compare it against its peer in the "Related Symbols" list.
When is the next earnings date?
The next earnings date is projected to be Aug. 6, 2026. The company currently has a trailing EPS of 1.01.
Company Profile
Morgan Stanley Direct Lending Fund is a business development company. It is a Private Debt fund. The fund chiefly invests in riskier bonds, issued by middle-market companies or by private equity firms looking to finance their acquisitions.
| Year | Total Dividends |
|---|---|
| ▸2027 |
1.40 USD
|
| July 23, 2027 (estimated) | 0.4500 |
| April 23, 2027 (estimated) | 0.4500 |
| Jan. 22, 2027 (estimated) | 0.5000 |
| ▸2026 |
1.90 USD
|
| Oct. 23, 2026 (estimated) | 0.5000 |
| July 24, 2026 | 0.4500 |
| April 24, 2026 | 0.4500 |
| Jan. 23, 2026 | 0.5000 |
| ▸2025 |
2.10 USD
|
| Oct. 24, 2025 | 0.5000 |
| July 25, 2025 | 0.5000 |
| April 25, 2025 | 0.5000 |
| Jan. 24, 2025 | 0.5000 |
| Jan. 24, 2025 | 0.1000 |
| ▸2024 |
2.20 USD
|
| Oct. 25, 2024 | 0.5000 |
| Oct. 25, 2024 | 0.1000 |
| July 25, 2024 | 0.5000 |
| April 25, 2024 | 0.5000 |
| Jan. 25, 2024 | 0.6000 |
| Name | Payment Date | Status | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morgan Stanley Direct Lending Fund | Jul 24, 2026 | Paid | 0.45 USD |
| Morgan Stanley Direct Lending Fund | Apr 24, 2026 | Paid | 0.45 USD |
| Morgan Stanley Direct Lending Fund | Jan 23, 2026 | Paid | 0.5 USD |
| Morgan Stanley Direct Lending Fund | Oct 24, 2025 | Paid | 0.5 USD |
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