Morgan Stanley Direct Lending Fund (MSDL) Reports Strong Q1 Performance

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May 09, 2025
  • Morgan Stanley Direct Lending Fund (MSDL, Financial) outperforms with a net investment income of $0.52 per share.
  • Analysts suggest an average price target of $20.38, indicating potential growth.
  • The fund's commitment to $233 million in new investments strengthens its North American presence.

Morgan Stanley Direct Lending Fund (MSDL) has announced a strong start to 2025, reporting a net investment income of $0.52 per share for the first quarter, surpassing its dividend of $0.50. This achievement highlights MSDL’s robust performance amidst challenging market dynamics. The fund's strategic commitment of $233 million towards new investments has propelled its direct lending business past the $20 billion milestone in North America.

Wall Street Analysts Forecast

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Drawing insights from the projections of four financial analysts, the Morgan Stanley Direct Lending Fund (MSDL, Financial) has an average price target set at $20.38. The high and low estimates stand at $22.00 and $19.00, respectively. This suggests a potential upside of 8.72% compared to the current stock price of $18.74. For further detailed estimates, visit the Morgan Stanley Direct Lending Fund (MSDL) Forecast page.

The collective insight from six brokerage firms rates Morgan Stanley Direct Lending Fund's (MSDL, Financial) stock at an average brokerage recommendation of 2.8, indicating a "Hold" status. This rating scale ranges from 1 to 5, where 1 represents a Strong Buy, and 5 marks a Sell recommendation.

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