BlackRock Debt Strategies Fund, Inc.
DSUFinancial ServicesNASDAQAsset Management
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Daily timeframeOperating under the Asset Management umbrella, BlackRock Debt Strategies Fund, Inc. is a financial services company. BlackRock Debt Strategies Fund, Inc. At a $617.4M market cap, BlackRock Debt Strategies Fund, Inc. ranks as a small-cap company within financial services. is a closed ended fixed income mutual fund launched by BlackRock, Inc.
Market Cap
$617.4M
Beta
0.50
P/E (TTM)
14.22
P/E (Fwd)
—
EPS (TTM)
$0.69
EPS (Fwd)
—
ROE
6.6%
ROA
4.2%
Cash
$2.3M
Total Debt
$113.0M
Free CF
$31.1M
52W Change
-6.8%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
The company holds $2.3M in cash, though total debt stands at $113.0M. This level of leverage is common in the industry but worth monitoring as interest rate conditions evolve. The company generates $31.1M in free cash flow annually, which funds everything from R&D to shareholder returns without needing external financing. Return on equity stands at 6.6%, which is modest for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. ROA of 4.2% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has been uneven over recent years, ranging from -$19.4M to $39.2M.
DSU's low beta indicates it tends to be less volatile than the broader market, which may suit investors seeking more stable price behavior. BlackRock Debt Strategies Fund, Inc. carries a heavier debt load relative to its cash position, which introduces financial risk that investors should weigh. These risk factors are not exhaustive — macroeconomic shifts, regulatory changes, and competitive dynamics can all influence BlackRock Debt Strategies Fund, Inc.'s trajectory.