Nuveen Churchill Direct Lending: Ridiculously Cheap Given Its Quality

  • Nuveen Churchill Direct Lending Corp. is a strong BDC pick, with a rock-solid portfolio and significant focus on first-lien debt investments. NCDL's portfolio includes 210 companies with an average EBITDA of $78m, indicating market-tested enterprises with strong competitive positions. Despite rising liquidity issues, NCDL's 90.6% first-lien debt investments and outstanding diversification mitigate risks and highlight its defensive orientation.