Morgan Stanley Direct Lending Fund (MSDL) Stock Forecast
Data as of May 3, 2026Financial Services · Current price $15.77 (+1.68%)
Price Target Range
Consensus Price Target Over Time
Analyst Rating Distribution
Last 3 Months
6-Month Trend
Latest Analyst Forecasts
Price targets issued by Wall Street analysts. Upside calculated against today's price.
| Date | Analyst | Firm | Price Target | Upside |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 5, 2026 | Robert Dodd | Raymond James | $17.00 | +7.8% |
| Jan 7, 2026 | Finian O'Shea | Wells Fargo | $16.00 | +1.5% |
| Nov 26, 2025 | Kenneth Lee | RBC Capital | $18.00 | +14.1% |
| Oct 10, 2025 | Ethan Kaye | Morgan Stanley | $18.50 | +17.3% |
| Oct 1, 2025 | Melissa Wedel | Morgan Stanley | $16.00 | +1.5% |
| May 23, 2024 | Kenneth Lee | RBC Capital | $23.00 | +45.8% |
Top Analysts Covering MSDL
MSDL vs Sector & Market
| Metric | MSDL | Financial Services Avg | Large Cap Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Analyst Rating | 3.00 | 2.51 | 2.41 |
| Analyst Count | 11 | 8 | 18 |
| Target Upside | +6.6% | +64.9% | +14.9% |
| P/E Ratio | 11.26 | -5.01 | 31.19 |
Revenue Estimates
| Period | Low | Avg | High | # |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-12-31 | $360M | $362M | $363M | 4 |
| 2027-03-31 | $86M | $88M | $90M | 3 |
| 2027-06-30 | $86M | $88M | $90M | 2 |
| 2027-09-30 | $87M | $89M | $91M | 2 |
| 2027-12-31 | $87M | $89M | $91M | 3 |
| 2028-03-31 | $72M | $73M | $75M | 2 |
| 2028-06-30 | $72M | $73M | $75M | 1 |
| 2028-09-30 | $72M | $73M | $75M | 1 |
| 2028-12-31 | $72M | $73M | $75M | 2 |
EPS Estimates
| Period | Low | Avg | High | # |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-12-31 | $1.78 | $1.83 | $1.88 | 4 |
| 2027-03-31 | $0.43 | $0.45 | $0.46 | 2 |
| 2027-06-30 | $0.43 | $0.45 | $0.46 | 1 |
| 2027-09-30 | $0.44 | $0.45 | $0.46 | 1 |
| 2027-12-31 | $0.44 | $0.45 | $0.46 | 2 |
| 2028-03-31 | $0.43 | $0.44 | $0.46 | 3 |
| 2028-06-30 | $0.43 | $0.44 | $0.45 | 2 |
| 2028-09-30 | $0.43 | $0.44 | $0.46 | 2 |
| 2028-12-31 | $0.43 | $0.44 | $0.46 | 3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the analyst consensus for MSDL?
The consensus among 11 analysts covering Morgan Stanley Direct Lending Fund (MSDL) is Hold with an average price target of $17.50.
What is the highest price target for MSDL?
The highest price target for MSDL is $23.00, set by Kenneth Lee at RBC Capital on 2024-05-23.
What is the lowest price target for MSDL?
The lowest price target for MSDL is $16.00, set by Melissa Wedel at Morgan Stanley on 2025-10-01.
How many analysts cover MSDL?
11 analysts have issued ratings for Morgan Stanley Direct Lending Fund in the past 12 months.
Is MSDL a buy or sell right now?
Based on 11 analyst ratings, MSDL has a consensus rating of Hold (3.00/5) with a +6.6% upside to the consensus target of $17.50.
What are the earnings estimates for MSDL?
Analysts estimate MSDL will report EPS of $1.83 for the period ending 2026-12-31, with revenue estimated at $362M.
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