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OAKTREE SPECIALTY LENDING CO (OCSL) Stock Fundamental Analysis

USA - Nasdaq - NASDAQ:OCSL - US67401P4054 - Common Stock

12.62 USD
-0.17 (-1.33%)
Last: 12/23/2025, 3:53:04 PM
Fundamental Rating

5

OCSL gets a fundamental rating of 5 out of 10. The analysis compared the fundamentals against 238 industry peers in the Capital Markets industry. Both the profitability and the financial health of OCSL get a neutral evaluation. Nothing too spectacular is happening here. OCSL is valued quite cheap, but it does not seem to be growing.


Dividend Valuation Growth Profitability Health

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1. Profitability

1.1 Basic Checks

In the past year OCSL was profitable.
In the past year OCSL had a positive cash flow from operations.
In the past 5 years OCSL has always been profitable.
OCSL had a positive operating cash flow in 4 of the past 5 years.
OCSL Yearly Net Income VS EBIT VS OCF VS FCFOCSL Yearly Net Income VS EBIT VS OCF VS FCFYearly Net Income VS EBIT VS OCF VS FCF 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 0 200M -200M 400M

1.2 Ratios

The Return On Assets of OCSL (1.13%) is worse than 63.87% of its industry peers.
OCSL's Return On Equity of 2.31% is on the low side compared to the rest of the industry. OCSL is outperformed by 69.75% of its industry peers.
OCSL's Return On Invested Capital of 7.19% is fine compared to the rest of the industry. OCSL outperforms 79.83% of its industry peers.
OCSL had an Average Return On Invested Capital over the past 3 years of 7.64%. This is in line with the industry average of 7.00%.
Industry RankSector Rank
ROA 1.13%
ROE 2.31%
ROIC 7.19%
ROA(3y)2.2%
ROA(5y)3.34%
ROE(3y)4.65%
ROE(5y)6.87%
ROIC(3y)7.64%
ROIC(5y)6.6%
OCSL Yearly ROA, ROE, ROICOCSL Yearly ROA, ROE, ROICYearly ROA, ROE, ROIC 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 0 10 -10 -20

1.3 Margins

OCSL has a Profit Margin (10.71%) which is in line with its industry peers.
OCSL's Profit Margin has declined in the last couple of years.
OCSL's Operating Margin of 85.02% is amongst the best of the industry. OCSL outperforms 99.16% of its industry peers.
In the last couple of years the Operating Margin of OCSL has grown nicely.
OCSL has a Gross Margin of 80.24%. This is amongst the best in the industry. OCSL outperforms 84.87% of its industry peers.
In the last couple of years the Gross Margin of OCSL has grown nicely.
Industry RankSector Rank
OM 85.02%
PM (TTM) 10.71%
GM 80.24%
OM growth 3Y3.93%
OM growth 5Y4.36%
PM growth 3Y-1.26%
PM growth 5Y-17.13%
GM growth 3Y3.15%
GM growth 5Y2.3%
OCSL Yearly Profit, Operating, Gross MarginsOCSL Yearly Profit, Operating, Gross MarginsYearly Profit, Operating, Gross Margins 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 0 50 -50 100 -100

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2. Health

2.1 Basic Checks

OCSL has more shares outstanding than it did 1 year ago.
OCSL has more shares outstanding than it did 5 years ago.
OCSL has a better debt/assets ratio than last year.
OCSL Yearly Shares OutstandingOCSL Yearly Shares OutstandingYearly Shares Outstanding 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 20M 40M 60M 80M
OCSL Yearly Total Debt VS Total AssetsOCSL Yearly Total Debt VS Total AssetsYearly Total Debt VS Total Assets 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 1B 2B 3B

2.2 Solvency

OCSL has an Altman-Z score of 0.45. This is a bad value and indicates that OCSL is not financially healthy and even has some risk of bankruptcy.
The Altman-Z score of OCSL (0.45) is worse than 63.87% of its industry peers.
OCSL has a debt to FCF ratio of 6.51. This is a slightly negative value and a sign of low solvency as OCSL would need 6.51 years to pay back of all of its debts.
OCSL has a Debt to FCF ratio of 6.51. This is in the better half of the industry: OCSL outperforms 66.81% of its industry peers.
OCSL has a Debt/Equity ratio of 1.01. This is a high value indicating a heavy dependency on external financing.
OCSL has a Debt to Equity ratio (1.01) which is in line with its industry peers.
Industry RankSector Rank
Debt/Equity 1.01
Debt/FCF 6.51
Altman-Z 0.45
ROIC/WACCN/A
WACCN/A
OCSL Yearly LT Debt VS Equity VS FCFOCSL Yearly LT Debt VS Equity VS FCFYearly LT Debt VS Equity VS FCF 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 0 500M 1B 1.5B

2.3 Liquidity

OCSL has a Current Ratio of 2.42. This indicates that OCSL is financially healthy and has no problem in meeting its short term obligations.
OCSL has a better Current ratio (2.42) than 78.57% of its industry peers.
OCSL has a Quick Ratio of 2.42. This indicates that OCSL is financially healthy and has no problem in meeting its short term obligations.
OCSL has a better Quick ratio (2.42) than 78.57% of its industry peers.
Industry RankSector Rank
Current Ratio 2.42
Quick Ratio 2.42
OCSL Yearly Current Assets VS Current LiabilitesOCSL Yearly Current Assets VS Current LiabilitesYearly Current Assets VS Current Liabilites 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 100M 200M 300M 400M 500M

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3. Growth

3.1 Past

The earnings per share for OCSL have decreased strongly by -21.08% in the last year.
OCSL shows a strong growth in Earnings Per Share. Measured over the last years, the EPS has been growing by 28.11% yearly.
The Revenue for OCSL has decreased by -17.00% in the past year. This is quite bad
OCSL shows quite a strong growth in Revenue. Measured over the last years, the Revenue has been growing by 17.23% yearly.
EPS 1Y (TTM)-21.08%
EPS 3Y-5.72%
EPS 5Y28.11%
EPS Q2Q%-27.27%
Revenue 1Y (TTM)-17%
Revenue growth 3Y6.47%
Revenue growth 5Y17.23%
Sales Q2Q%-18.35%

3.2 Future

Based on estimates for the next years, OCSL will show a decrease in Earnings Per Share. The EPS will decrease by -6.73% on average per year.
OCSL is expected to show a decrease in Revenue. In the coming years, the Revenue will decrease by -3.68% yearly.
EPS Next Y-12.11%
EPS Next 2Y-6.21%
EPS Next 3Y-6.73%
EPS Next 5YN/A
Revenue Next Year-5.53%
Revenue Next 2Y-2.84%
Revenue Next 3Y-3.68%
Revenue Next 5YN/A

3.3 Evolution

When comparing the EPS growth rate of the last years to the growth rate of the upcoming years, we see that the growth is decreasing.
When comparing the Revenue growth rate of the last years to the growth rate of the upcoming years, we see that the growth is decreasing.
OCSL Yearly Revenue VS EstimatesOCSL Yearly Revenue VS EstimatesYearly Revenue VS Estimates 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 100M 200M 300M
OCSL Yearly EPS VS EstimatesOCSL Yearly EPS VS EstimatesYearly EPS VS Estimates 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 1 2 3

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4. Valuation

4.1 Price/Earnings Ratio

With a Price/Earnings ratio of 7.17, the valuation of OCSL can be described as very cheap.
OCSL's Price/Earnings ratio is rather cheap when compared to the industry. OCSL is cheaper than 84.03% of the companies in the same industry.
Compared to an average S&P500 Price/Earnings ratio of 26.61, OCSL is valued rather cheaply.
The Price/Forward Earnings ratio is 8.16, which indicates a very decent valuation of OCSL.
Based on the Price/Forward Earnings ratio, OCSL is valued cheaper than 82.77% of the companies in the same industry.
Compared to an average S&P500 Price/Forward Earnings ratio of 24.01, OCSL is valued rather cheaply.
Industry RankSector Rank
PE 7.17
Fwd PE 8.16
OCSL Price Earnings VS Forward Price EarningsOCSL Price Earnings VS Forward Price Earnings ChartPrice Earnings - Forward Price Earnings PE FPE 10 20 30 40

4.2 Price Multiples

Based on the Price/Free Cash Flow ratio, OCSL is valued cheaper than 82.35% of the companies in the same industry.
Industry RankSector Rank
P/FCF 4.87
EV/EBITDA N/A
OCSL Per share dataOCSL EPS, Sales, OCF, FCF, BookValue per sharePer Share Data Per Share 5 10 15

4.3 Compensation for Growth

OCSL has a very decent profitability rating, which may justify a higher PE ratio.
OCSL's earnings are expected to decrease with -6.73% in the coming years. This may justify a cheaper valuation.
PEG (NY)N/A
PEG (5Y)0.26
EPS Next 2Y-6.21%
EPS Next 3Y-6.73%

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5. Dividend

5.1 Amount

With a Yearly Dividend Yield of 12.47%, OCSL is a good candidate for dividend investing.
OCSL's Dividend Yield is a higher than the industry average which is at 6.43.
Compared to an average S&P500 Dividend Yield of 1.87, OCSL pays a better dividend.
Industry RankSector Rank
Dividend Yield 12.47%

5.2 History

On average, the dividend of OCSL grows each year by 9.02%, which is quite nice.
OCSL has been paying a dividend for at least 10 years, so it has a reliable track record.
Dividend Growth(5Y)9.02%
Div Incr Years0
Div Non Decr Years0
OCSL Yearly Dividends per shareOCSL Yearly Dividends per shareYearly Dividends per share 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2 4 6

5.3 Sustainability

OCSL pays out 436.91% of its income as dividend. This is not a sustainable payout ratio.
OCSL's earnings are declining while the Dividend Rate has been growing. This means the dividend growth is most likely not sustainable.
DP436.91%
EPS Next 2Y-6.21%
EPS Next 3Y-6.73%
OCSL Yearly Income VS Free CF VS DividendOCSL Yearly Income VS Free CF VS DividendYearly Income VS Free CF VS Dividend 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 0 200M -200M 400M
OCSL Dividend Payout.OCSL Dividend Payout, showing the Payout Ratio.OCSL Dividend Payout.PayoutRetained Earnings

OAKTREE SPECIALTY LENDING CO

NASDAQ:OCSL (12/23/2025, 3:53:04 PM)

12.62

-0.17 (-1.33%)

Chartmill FA Rating
GICS SectorFinancials
GICS IndustryGroupFinancial Services
GICS IndustryCapital Markets
Earnings (Last)11-18 2025-11-18/bmo
Earnings (Next)02-02 2026-02-02
Inst Owners39.06%
Inst Owner Change-3.61%
Ins Owners0.31%
Ins Owner Change0.03%
Market Cap1.11B
Revenue(TTM)316.80M
Net Income(TTM)33.92M
Analysts73.33
Price Target13.97 (10.7%)
Short Float %2.29%
Short Ratio2.62
Dividend
Industry RankSector Rank
Dividend Yield 12.47%
Yearly Dividend1.74
Dividend Growth(5Y)9.02%
DP436.91%
Div Incr Years0
Div Non Decr Years0
Ex-Date12-15 2025-12-15 (0.4)
Surprises & Revisions
EPS beat(2)1
Avg EPS beat(2)-8.47%
Min EPS beat(2)-18.79%
Max EPS beat(2)1.86%
EPS beat(4)1
Avg EPS beat(4)-6.7%
Min EPS beat(4)-18.79%
Max EPS beat(4)1.86%
EPS beat(8)1
Avg EPS beat(8)-5.95%
EPS beat(12)2
Avg EPS beat(12)-4.73%
EPS beat(16)4
Avg EPS beat(16)-3.99%
Revenue beat(2)0
Avg Revenue beat(2)-3.63%
Min Revenue beat(2)-6.59%
Max Revenue beat(2)-0.66%
Revenue beat(4)0
Avg Revenue beat(4)-6.55%
Min Revenue beat(4)-10.33%
Max Revenue beat(4)-0.66%
Revenue beat(8)0
Avg Revenue beat(8)-6.13%
Revenue beat(12)2
Avg Revenue beat(12)-5.3%
Revenue beat(16)5
Avg Revenue beat(16)-2.3%
PT rev (1m)0.74%
PT rev (3m)-0.36%
EPS NQ rev (1m)-4.04%
EPS NQ rev (3m)-1.92%
EPS NY rev (1m)-3.46%
EPS NY rev (3m)-1.03%
Revenue NQ rev (1m)-2.2%
Revenue NQ rev (3m)-2.2%
Revenue NY rev (1m)-2.32%
Revenue NY rev (3m)-2.32%
Valuation
Industry RankSector Rank
PE 7.17
Fwd PE 8.16
P/S 3.51
P/FCF 4.87
P/OCF 4.87
P/B 0.76
P/tB 0.76
EV/EBITDA N/A
EPS(TTM)1.76
EY13.95%
EPS(NY)1.55
Fwd EY12.26%
FCF(TTM)2.59
FCFY20.54%
OCF(TTM)2.59
OCFY20.54%
SpS3.6
BVpS16.64
TBVpS16.64
PEG (NY)N/A
PEG (5Y)0.26
Graham Number25.67
Profitability
Industry RankSector Rank
ROA 1.13%
ROE 2.31%
ROCE 9.1%
ROIC 7.19%
ROICexc 7.39%
ROICexgc 7.41%
OM 85.02%
PM (TTM) 10.71%
GM 80.24%
FCFM 72.09%
ROA(3y)2.2%
ROA(5y)3.34%
ROE(3y)4.65%
ROE(5y)6.87%
ROIC(3y)7.64%
ROIC(5y)6.6%
ROICexc(3y)7.88%
ROICexc(5y)6.76%
ROICexgc(3y)7.9%
ROICexgc(5y)6.78%
ROCE(3y)9.67%
ROCE(5y)8.35%
ROICexgc growth 3Y6.46%
ROICexgc growth 5Y8.61%
ROICexc growth 3Y6.46%
ROICexc growth 5Y8.56%
OM growth 3Y3.93%
OM growth 5Y4.36%
PM growth 3Y-1.26%
PM growth 5Y-17.13%
GM growth 3Y3.15%
GM growth 5Y2.3%
F-Score6
Asset Turnover0.11
Health
Industry RankSector Rank
Debt/Equity 1.01
Debt/FCF 6.51
Debt/EBITDA N/A
Cap/Depr N/A
Cap/Sales N/A
Interest Coverage 2.44
Cash Conversion N/A
Profit Quality 673.27%
Current Ratio 2.42
Quick Ratio 2.42
Altman-Z 0.45
F-Score6
WACCN/A
ROIC/WACCN/A
Cap/Depr(3y)N/A
Cap/Depr(5y)N/A
Cap/Sales(3y)N/A
Cap/Sales(5y)N/A
Profit Quality(3y)300.42%
Profit Quality(5y)N/A
High Growth Momentum
Growth
EPS 1Y (TTM)-21.08%
EPS 3Y-5.72%
EPS 5Y28.11%
EPS Q2Q%-27.27%
EPS Next Y-12.11%
EPS Next 2Y-6.21%
EPS Next 3Y-6.73%
EPS Next 5YN/A
Revenue 1Y (TTM)-17%
Revenue growth 3Y6.47%
Revenue growth 5Y17.23%
Sales Q2Q%-18.35%
Revenue Next Year-5.53%
Revenue Next 2Y-2.84%
Revenue Next 3Y-3.68%
Revenue Next 5YN/A
EBIT growth 1Y-11.3%
EBIT growth 3Y10.65%
EBIT growth 5Y22.34%
EBIT Next YearN/A
EBIT Next 3YN/A
EBIT Next 5YN/A
FCF growth 1Y1097.17%
FCF growth 3Y116.84%
FCF growth 5YN/A
OCF growth 1Y1097.17%
OCF growth 3Y116.84%
OCF growth 5YN/A

OAKTREE SPECIALTY LENDING CO / OCSL FAQ

Can you provide the ChartMill fundamental rating for OAKTREE SPECIALTY LENDING CO?

ChartMill assigns a fundamental rating of 5 / 10 to OCSL.


Can you provide the valuation status for OAKTREE SPECIALTY LENDING CO?

ChartMill assigns a valuation rating of 7 / 10 to OAKTREE SPECIALTY LENDING CO (OCSL). This can be considered as Undervalued.


Can you provide the profitability details for OAKTREE SPECIALTY LENDING CO?

OAKTREE SPECIALTY LENDING CO (OCSL) has a profitability rating of 6 / 10.


Can you provide the expected EPS growth for OCSL stock?

The Earnings per Share (EPS) of OAKTREE SPECIALTY LENDING CO (OCSL) is expected to decline by -12.11% in the next year.


Can you provide the dividend sustainability for OCSL stock?

The dividend rating of OAKTREE SPECIALTY LENDING CO (OCSL) is 5 / 10 and the dividend payout ratio is 436.91%.