Wells Fargo has upgraded Morgan Stanley Direct Lending Fund (MSDL) to Overweight from Equal-Weight, effective October 5, 2025. The current price stands at $16.64.
This move underscores a more optimistic outlook on the fund's prospects, potentially indicating improved fundamentals or enhanced confidence in its strategic direction.
Morgan Stanley Direct Lending Fund, a business development company based in New York City, focuses on lending to middle-market companies. With a market cap of $1.4 billion, it aims to achieve attractive risk-adjusted returns primarily through directly originated senior secured term loans. The company’s investment objective is to generate current income and, to a lesser extent, capital appreciation.
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As of November 1, 2025, the analyst consensus stands at Buy, with 2 Strong Buy, 6 Buy, 5 Hold, and no Sell ratings. Upcoming earnings are anticipated on August 5, 2026, with an estimated EPS of $0.47 and revenue of $96.4 million.