Double-digit yielding stocks that also repurchase shares have plenty of inherent advantages. I share some dividend stocks that meet these criteria. I take a look at them to see if they are worth buyin...

Retiring on $1 million is increasingly challenging. Doing it with dividends can make it more feasible. I share two approaches to retiring on dividends with $1 million.

The BDC universe is small and a large chunk of it is uninvestable for institutional money managers. This renders the sector susceptible to emotional and unsubstantiated flows that ultimately create di...

Despite expected interest rate declines, BDCs are poised for strong performance in 2025 due to potential rate hikes and inflation uncertainties. BDCs provide capital to small businesses, have high yie...

I love stocks that pay big dividends and buy back a lot of stock. I share three dividend stocks that meet these criteria. I detail why they are compelling buys right now.

MSDL's portfolio is growing and diversifying with an increase in investee companies. The outlook is also bright, with a more vibrant deal environment expected in 2025. MSDL stands to benefit asymmetri...

With the youngest baby boomers (Americans born between 1946 and 1964) approaching retirement age, it is becoming increasingly important to focus on magnificent dividend stocks that will supply signifi...

The threat of higher inflation and interest rates for longer has sent the market into turmoil. However, high yield investors have nothing to fear from this development. We share a 7%-yielding portfoli...

AI stocks have dominated the markets over the past few years. However, there are a few other sectors that have also shined over the past few years. I share two high-flying big dividend sectors that, I...

The financial outlook for many BDCs is not promising. Already lower base rates will continue to depress results in Q4 reports. The trajectory for SOFR is not great either.

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #KBRA--KBRA assigns issuer and senior unsecured debt ratings of BBB to Morgan Stanley Direct Lending Fund (NYSE: MSDL or "the company"). The rating Outlook is Stable. Key C...

My first bullish piece on MSDL was issued back in April 2024. It was also the second article covering MSDL on Seeking Alpha. Since the publication of my thesis, MSDL has gradually become a 'household ...

Morgan Stanley Direct Lending Fund is a highly defensive BDC focusing on first-lien debt in non-cyclical sectors, ensuring stable cash flows and low technological risks. The current regular DPS covera...

Private credit/BDC investments offer exposure to structural growth and a significant portfolio yield enhancement. Yet, we have to be extra careful of not falling into value traps and investing in unsu...

Morgan Stanley Direct Lending Fund offers a 10% dividend yield, strong brand backing, and growth potential, making it an appealing choice for income investors. The fund's low-risk portfolio, with 96% ...

Usually, high yields come with high chances of falling into a value trap. It is very difficult to find truly protected yields. It is even more difficult to combine yield protection with income growth.

The BDC segment offers significant opportunities for retail investors due to low competition from institutional investors and potential valuation inefficiencies. The best thing that could happen is if...

I love stocks that pay big dividends and buy back a lot of stock. I share some dividend stocks that meet these criteria. I detail why they are compelling buys right now.

When investing for 10%+ BDC yields, investors have to pay extra attention to leverage, dividend coverage, and portfolio quality. Going into Q3, 2024 earnings season, my expectation was that we would s...

Morgan Stanley Direct Lending (MSDL) offers a strong dividend yield of 7.4%, fully covered by net investment income, ensuring reliable income generation for investors. The portfolio is diversified acr...