Morgan Stanley Direct Lending Fund
MSDLFinancial ServicesNASDAQAsset Management · Last scanned Sep 9, 2026
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Daily timeframeMorgan Stanley Direct Lending Fund is a business development company. With a market capitalization of $1.26B, it sits in small-cap territory. It is a Private Debt fund.
Market Cap
$1.26B
Beta
0.64
P/E (TTM)
21.80
P/E (Fwd)
8.35
EPS (TTM)
$0.69
EPS (Fwd)
$1.80
ROE
3.5%
ROA
4.9%
Cash
$57.5M
Total Debt
$1.98B
Free CF
$81.2M
52W Change
-13.7%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where MSDL stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the August 31, 2026 close, MSDL finished 3.05% above its 150-day moving average ($14.73) and 1.61% above its 200-day moving average ($14.94). This snapshot is end-of-day data shown with a five-trading-day delay on the free plan; Premium members see readings from the latest close.
Is MSDL overbought or oversold?
At the August 31, 2026 close, MSDL's RSI(14) was 49.6, in neutral territory (between 30 and 70). The MACD histogram was negative, so short-term momentum leaned bearish at that close. These readings are historical, refresh daily after market close, and are not investment advice.
Morgan Stanley Direct Lending Fund carries $1.98B in total debt against $57.5M in cash reserves — debt is roughly 34.5x the cash position. Managing this leverage effectively will be important for long-term financial stability. Annual free cash flow of $81.2M supports ongoing capital allocation decisions and provides a cushion against unexpected expenses or downturns. Return on equity stands at 3.5%, which is modest for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. ROA of 4.9% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has been uneven over recent years, ranging from $33.0M to $133.1M.
MSDL's low beta indicates it tends to be less volatile than the broader market, which may suit investors seeking more stable price behavior. Debt significantly exceeds cash reserves, which means the company's financial flexibility could be constrained during economic downturns. These risk factors are not exhaustive — macroeconomic shifts, regulatory changes, and competitive dynamics can all influence Morgan Stanley Direct Lending Fund's trajectory.