Company Name: Morgan Stanley Direct Lending
Stock Symbol: MSDL
Industry: Business Development Company
Sector: Private middle market companies
Employees: Externally managed by MS Capital Partners Adviser Inc.
Approximate dividend payment schedule: Quarterly
*Fly High Investing uses a proprietary projection algorithm that more accurately predicts dividend coverage vs common analyst sentiment. The 12 month projection is based on the most recent data and quarter
Company Details:
Morgan Stanley Direct Lending Fund is a business development company that focuses on providing loans to private U.S. companies, particularly in the middle market. It is managed by a subsidiary of Morgan Stanley and invests primarily in senior secured loans, which means it lends to companies with the highest priority claims on assets. These loans are usually floating rate, so when interest rates rise, the income from the portfolio can also rise. The fund generates income from the interest on these loans and distributes it back to shareholders in the form of dividends. Since it is structured as a regulated investment company, it must pay out most of its earnings to investors, making it attractive for those seeking steady income.
This fund fits well into the Fly High Investment strategy because it provides high dividend income that is supported by real earnings from its lending activity. The focus on senior secured, floating rate loans helps reduce risk while still delivering strong cash flow. The emphasis is on profitability and consistent distributions, aligning with the earnings-first, dividend-driven approach that defines Fly High.
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Annual & Quarterly Filings
- Quarterly report [Sections 13 or 15(d)] March 8, 2026Filed: 2025-05-08 AccNo: 0001782524-25-000018 Size: 35MBWebmaster
- Quarterly report [Sections 13 or 15(d)] March 8, 2026Filed: 2025-11-06 AccNo: 0001193125-25-269438 Size: 68MBWebmaster
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